When asked to describe their perfect boat trip, many people would imagine clear blue skies, open seas and maybe even a stop alongside to visit a charming, inviting local pub or inn for refreshments, a lazy lunch or evening meal on the water. This is why we think Cornwall is the perfect place for a…
Searching for wild food, known as foraging, is becoming increasingly popular in the UK. There’s been a surge in recent years of restaurants offering dishes made from foraged ingredients, and a number of specialist cookbooks highlight the benefits of sourcing your own food. When it comes to what items to forage, many people’s first thought…
Sailing in the summer months can be idyllic. Light winds, warm sunshine and clear blue skies as far as the eye can see. This summer in Cornwall we have been blessed with an excellent spell of stunning weather, but that doesn’t mean once autumn rolls around, sailing is no longer an option. We have lots…
Autumn is a great time to visit Falmouth. The town and beaches are quieter than the height of summer, but we still get to enjoy lots of warm and sunny weather. There is also a packed events schedule, so take a look at some of our top tips for activities to add to your diary…
When you’re thinking about a trip to Cornwall, we know you have a fantastic variety of locations to choose from. Why not consider chartering a yacht for a visit to the Cornish Riviera, a charming stretch of the Cornish south coast around St Austell? With bustling villages, rich green landscapes, golden stretches of beaches and…
A recent BBC news story reported that this summer, Cornwall has been “struggling to cope” with “unprecedented mass tourism”. A long stretch of warm, sunny weather, combined with increased social media coverage, has resulted in many beaches being incredibly crowded this year. However, with such an extensive coastline, and over 400 beaches to choose from,…
With just over a week to go until Falmouth Week 2018, final preparations are underway for this exciting annual celebration. Combining on-the-water action with a fantastic programme of shoreside events for the whole family, Friday 10th – Sunday 19th August really is a wonderful time to visit the town. With so many events and activities…
The incredibly popular David Attenborough series Blue Planet and Blue Planet II have given viewers a fascinating insight into the wildlife that lives on, under and beside the sea in different countries and continents. Here in Cornwall, we’re very lucky to have our own haven for a wide variety of marine species. Why not take…
As the countdown begins to the summer holidays, visitors and locals alike are looking ahead and making plans for sunny days in Cornwall. A wonderful way to make the most of the beautiful Cornish coastline is to enjoy a picnic on the beach. But with so many beautiful beaches to choose from, plus an increase…
Born in Lelant, Cornwall in 1924, Rosamunde Pilcher is one of the county’s most famous authors. From The Shell Seekers to Day of the Storm, Pilcher’s books have given readers the world over a glimpse of life in Cornwall, with its stunning, wild landscapes and beautifully written characters that really capture the essence of the…