Restaurants with the best views in West Cornwall
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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Christmas lights and shopping in Cornwall
Mousehole lights Perhaps the most famous of all the Christmas lights displays is in Mousehole Harbour. The flick of the switch will illuminate old favourites such as the Mousehole Cat, the Loch Ness Monster and many more. This year the
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Christmas week in Cornwall
If you’re anything like us, planning a family Christmas has to start weeks in advance. There’s just so much to consider. The diary comes out and the countdown begins, planning out how we’d like Christmas to be this year. So,
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Cornwall Film Festival
In its thirteenth year, the Cornwall Film Festival is an exciting month-long celebration of local and international film-making. An opportunity to see some outstanding Cornish, British and international feature films on the big screen, many in preview and all with
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Rainy day activities for all the family
The weather can sometimes be a lottery when you holiday in the UK, but there is so much to do in Cornwall that a rainy day won’t spoil your fun. We have a favourite saying that we are fond of
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A day out at Tanglewood gardens
A quirky wildlife haven that’s a hit with kids and adults alike, Tanglewood offers a completely different experience to other garden attractions in West Cornwall. It’s not about the fancy plants or immaculate lawns, rather it’s an opportunity to play
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The best fish and chips shops in West Cornwall!
As you might expect from a region full of seaside villages and holiday makers, there are plenty of amazing fish and chip shops to choose from when you stay in West Cornwall. Whether you want a sit down meal in
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Delicatessens in West Cornwall
Cornwall is rapidly becoming the place to find delicious food in restaurants and cafés – but don’t discount the range of delicatessens that are springing up throughout villages and towns – they can offer a range of delicious Cornish produce
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Mazey and Quay Fair Day | June 2014
Pity the poor flooded out campers and mud monsters at Glastonbury. They should’ve been in Penzance for the weekend, where, thanks to Cornish village wisewomen Cassandra and Laetitia Latham-Jones’ blessings, the sun always shines on Mazey. And this year didn’t
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Golowan Festival | June 2014
When: 20th-29th June 2014 Where: Penzance Forget football and Brazilian carnival, this week it’s all about Penzance’s Golowan. Now in its 24th year, Cornwall’s biggest and best community festival is currently in full swing, and gearing up for the big
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Trereife Easter Fair, near Penzance | April 2014
Those taking a holiday near Penzance this Bank Holiday will not be disappointed by building this visit into their Easter itinerary. Running from today (Fri 18th) until Monday 21st April, Trereife House near Penzance is hosting its forth Easter Food
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Discovering Penzance town
Visit the medieval town of Penzance and you’ll find plenty to do in this small fishing town. Take in the views of the harbour, or venture in to town and explore the historic streets and architecture… Places to experience Chapel
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