What West Cornwall has in abundance (apart from soul-stirring panoramas, breathtaking natural landscape and iconic attractions…) is an array of truly top-notch places to eat. From beautiful beach cafés to country pub boltholes, boutique delis and hidden village gems, West
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Newquay Fish Festival is one of the most popular foodie festivals in Cornwall. Now in its 13th year, this family friendly food and crafts show combines the traditional fishing history of Newquay harbour with modern day entertainment, displays and cookery
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It’s rare to discover that double sense of escapism simply by dining somewhere that is ‘other’ to where you’re visiting. Allow me to elaborate. The Carbis Bay and St Ives area is exotic enough. Silken white sands fringed by aquamarine
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We love Watergate Bay; it’s one of our favourite places to spend a day at the beach, be an adrenaline junkie or watch the sun set with a glass of wine – and with dogs welcome all year round, it’s
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You may not get more Cornish than the Newlyn Fish Festival. Based in the county’s far wild west, the event is now in its 26th year and continues to grow in both popularity and reputation. Combining the spectacular centre stage
Read moreBoth seafaring types and foodie fans are spoiled in Falmouth: Cornwall’s maritime capital comes with the added bonus of being one of the county’s top culinary hubs. Whether you fancy a slice of prime coastal living with some gorgeous grub
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Though I may be mourning the passing of summer in September during my annual end-of-season blues, there’s always one event that manages to banish them and instil some much-needed sunshine into my life: the Great Cornish Food Festival. In my
Read moreHolidaying in Newquay has become increasingly more top notch over the years. It’s less L-Plate clad hen parties and chintzy entertainment and more quality, genuinely characterful places to visit. The surfing town’s modern revamp covers everything from sensational spas to
Read morePerfectly placed to produce the freshest fare from fertile, sun-fed land and Atlantic Ocean, Cornwall’s foodie scene is fast becoming world renowned – and not just for its legendary pasties and cream teas, but for its modern spate of celebrity
Read moreAnother weekend, another festival – that’s Cornwall for you. Now in its 5th year, Porthleven Food and Music Festival is a free community event celebrating all things foodie. The last weekend of April will see the picturesque harbour come alive
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We are spoilt for choice here in West Cornwall when it comes to dining out. In many regions, that would be good enough, but we can offer something more. A view to die for… Carn Brea Castle, Carnkie, Redruth Let’s
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October is traditionally the month for celebrating all things apple. From cider tasting to apple-bobbing, there’s a host of events here in Cornwall to choose from, with community orchards and commercial ventures alike championing Cornish apples. Apple Days help encourage
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