Get outdoors in Cornwall this summer
Ah – the great outdoors. And nowhere does it quite like we do here in Cornwall. Sublime seascapes, majestic moorlands, rambling countryside and picturesque rivers…the county is awash with world-class landscapes that make a visit to the far reaches of
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Get back to nature in South Cornwall
For back-to-nature escapism of the most magnificent variety, South Cornwall has it covered in truly sublime style. Subtropical gardens, captivating countryside and a world-famous coastline ensures a relaxing stay replete with the awe-inspiring outdoors, whether you simply wish to kick
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Days out on The Lizard
The Lizard Peninsula is a beautiful place full of hidden corners, stormy coves and panoramic views. Stroll along the coastal path and make your own discoveries, or visit one of the places that we have found nearby...
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A walk through Tehidy Woods
If you fancy a stroll in the woods to escape from the Cornish coast for an afternoon, then Tehidy Woods is a must! It’s the largest area of woodland in Cornwall, and located on the north coast between Gwithian and
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A circular walk from Porthtowan to St Agnes
This is a really interesting and varied walk to do as it takes in many different examples of Cornish scenery and landscape. It’s not for the faint-hearted – there are some hills to be conquered and, depending on which route
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Coastal path walk from St Ives to Zennor
This part of the famous South West Coastal Path is truly beautiful, with amazing sea views the entire way along. It is highly recommended if you enjoy walking, but this stretch can be quite tricky in places, with slippery muddy
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A walk through Steeple Woods
The Steeple Woodland Nature Reserve is a 40 acre public open space around Knill’s Monument – a 50 foot high granite pyramid – overlooking St Ives. The monument is a prominent landmark in the St Ives area and can be
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Land’s End – a Great Day Out!
The last time we went to Land’s End was actually to see a friend of ours finish an end-to-end cycle ride – she had taken 8 days to cycle the length of the country from John O’Groats to Land’s End.
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South West Coast Path: Carbis Bay to St Ives
Distance: 1.2 Miles Difficulty: Easy There is no better way to travel to St Ives from your holiday home in Carbis Bay than to walk along the coastal path. It is one of the more accessible stretches of the South
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Marazion Marsh
Marazion Marsh is a short walk west from the town. Here lies Cornwall’s largest reed-bed, the RSPB’s most southerly UK reserve. Herons, Cetti’s Warblers, Chiffchaffs and Little Egrets reside here. More than 250 bird, 500 plant, 500 insect, and 18
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West Penwith -Through the ages
Overtime, the West Penwith landscape has been shaped by man with prominent features including stone circles, Cornish hedgerows and mining pits, making this stunning area of Cornwall well worth a visit. The Ancient Sites If you stare at the rocky
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Wild Food Walks in Cornwall | July 2013
Wild foraging has been growing in popularity over the past couple of years along with the resurgence in grow-your-own food and buying local. It’s easy to understand why foraging may be considered ‘hippy’ or ‘alternative’, but spend 2 hours in
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