Get back to nature in Bude
There’s nothing quite like bracing the fresh air and gallivanting amongst some of the natural world’s most stunning spaces – and one of the best things about Bude is its abundance of outdoorsy offerings. From an offshore island to an array of nature reserves, country parks, gardens, beaches and even a canal, Bude is awash with options for anyone with a love of alfresco living.
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Seaside highlights in South Cornwall
One of South Cornwall’s biggest boasts is its coastline. Dotted with seaside delights, the south Cornish coast truly is one of the county’s most prized possessions. Imagine stunning hidden coves, sprawling golden sands, historic harbours and dramatic cliffscapes in a
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The Man Engine, steaming across Cornwall July 25th – August 6th
What’s 4.5 metres high, weighs nearly 40 tonnes, and will be travelling 130 miles down the granite spine of Cornwall over the coming fortnight? Only the biggest, maddest, mechanical puppet ever to have been built in Britain, that’s what. The
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Lafrowda Festival July 2nd – 16th
Summer heralds festivals just about every weekend in Cornwall, with Penwith hosting more than its fair share. One that started as a showcase for youth bands twenty years ago, in 1996, has evolved into a fortnight of all manner of
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Loving St Ives competition
PLEASE NOTE: THIS COMPETITION HAS NOW CLOSED. Would you, or someone you know like to get away to St Ives during the summer holidays?? This is your chance to win a 7 night luxury holiday for 4 people, at 2
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Events in Newquay: Electric Beach Festival 8-9th July
Amp up your stay in Cornwall with a stint at Newquay’s Electric Beach Festival, which this year runs on 8th and 9th July and presents a tantalisingly eclectic selection of entertainment from some seriously show-stopping headliners. Celebrating the fifth anniversary
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Penzance Literary Festival – 6th – 9th July 2016
A warm welcome is promised at what has been billed as ‘the friendliest lit fest in the UK’. Now in its seventh year, there are dozens of events crammed into four days, held in eight undercover venues throughout the town.
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Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival
17th – 19th June 2016 “In South Australia I was born, heave away, haul away…” Born in New Zealand, I grew up in South Australia, where this song rivalled even Waltzing Matilda in the popularity stakes. First published as a
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Lifeboat Stations in Cornwall
Famous for its maritime culture, Cornwall is – in short – synonymous with the sea. From pirates and smugglers to surfers and sailors, the fact that the county is practically surrounded by water is central to both the identity of
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Surfing in Porthleven
Porthleven is a beautiful fishing village near Helston renowned for its picturesque setting and Cornish feel. However, for many people, Porthleven is known as the best surfing venue in West Cornwall. Many great, award-winning surfers have learned their trade on
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Koru Kayaking Adventures
Kayaking is a fantastic way to see and appreciate Cornwall’s natural beauty. You can choose from inland rivers and waterways, or explore some of the county’s rugged coastline. Although there are places where you can ‘go it alone’ and hire
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Pubs in and around Mousehole
Stay in a self catering cottage in Mousehole and you’ll be spoilt for choice when deciding which pubs to visit. Whether you’re after a hearty meal, or a refreshing pint after a long walk, you’ll find a great selection of
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