Saturday 30 April 2011

The Minack Theatre

The Minack Theatre is a delightful open air theatre on the cliffside with beautiful views out to the sea. This is a fantastic theatre where you can visit during the summer for some amazing theatrical shows. This is a truly sensational feature of Cornwall and great for whole family entertainment. It is understandable that many people imagine the theatre to be ruins of some Roman remains, but in fact this is quite a modern structure being the brainchild of Rowena Child who invested and began developing the theatre from 1931.

The Tempest was the first performance at the Minack Theatre which was held in 1932. Rowena Cade chose this location after finding difficulty in providing a suitable location with ample seating for such productions. A simple stage and some basic stone seating was erected for this show, however, with the many years since passed, the theatre has developed into the fantastic venue it is today.

The Minack Theatre is a beautiful open air theatre where one can stay close by, in the many holiday cottages available. Cornwall’s finest cottages, some of which are Cornish cottages quite near to such a wonderful location.

Cornish cottage owners are very welcoming to holiday goers, who arrive at these shores, countryside, beaches, monuments and historical sites; many visitors tend to discover so much of Cornwall’s most amazing and beautiful locations. There are many cottages to choose from, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall an excellent place to embark on a journey of discovery of coastal resorts, theme parks and other interesting venues. I suggest that you select a quaint cottage, which would enhance the whole family experience of this desireable corner of Britain.

When visiting Cornwall, you should venture to the many sites, villages, Cornwall holiday cottages, or stunning countryside. Cornwall is an amazing holiday destination with sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You will, undoubtedly, enjoy much of what is on offer in and around Cornwall, in the relaxation of a traditional, beautiful cottage; go to the Cornwall Sunshine website and find the perfect cottage for you and your family. Cornwall’s key feature, is that it is home to some beautiful locations that are full of history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the charming small farms, towns and villages. You will enjoy the experience of a cottage in Cornwall, many built from local stone, slate and with thatched roofs. These are a firm reminder of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how spectacular it is to be in Cornwall.

The Minack Theatre run shows from May and throughout the summer. A great place to take your family; this truly is an awe inspiring venue where you can enjoy some of Shakespeare’s greatest plays in one of nature’s most wonderful settings.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure visit The Minack Theatre

Mevagissey Fishing Village

Mevagissey is a wonderful kept 14th century fishing village with beautifully restored cottages traditional stores throughout. It is fantastic place to visit during the summer days and evenings where you will find many wonderful and quaint specialist shops, art galleries and some very good restaurants for evening meals. It is also very close to some of Cornwall’s great tourist attractions including the Lost Gardens of Heligan and the Eden Project.

In Mevagissey, you’ll find many narrow alley ways and paths in and around the village, leading to some wonderful views and places to relax. There are also beaches in Mevagissey, if you just want to relax and catch a great tan, on a summer day.

On our visit, we spent most of the day in Mevagissey and would have stayed much longer, but for our ‘busy schedule’ and desire to visit the The Lost Gardens of Heligan. I would recommend a full day to get around all the wonderful galleries and quaint shops as well as spending some time on the beach.

Mevagissey is a gorgeous village where one can stay close by, in the many holiday cottages available. Cornwall’s loveliest cottages, some of which are Cornish cottages quite near to such a wonderful location.
Cornish cottage owners are very welcoming to holiday makers, who arrive at Cornish shores, countryside, beaches, monuments and historical sites; many visitors tend to discover so much of Cornwall’s most relaxing and beautiful locations. There are many cottages to choose from, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall an excellent place to embark on a journey of discovery of coastal sites, theme parks and other interesting sites. I recommend that you select a quaint cottage, which would enrich the whole family experience of this desireable corner of United Kingdom.

When visiting Cornwall, you should endeavour to visit the many sites, villages, cottage holidays, or stunning countryside. Cornwall is a wonderful holiday location with sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You will, without doubt, enjoy much of what is available in and around Cornwall, in the cosiness of a traditional, gorgeous cottage; go to the Cornwall Sunshine website and find the ideal cottage for you and your family. Cornwall’s key feature, is that it is home to many wonderful locations that are full of history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the stunning small farms, towns and villages. You will enjoy the experience of a cottage in Cornwall, many built from local stone, slate and with thatched roofs. These are a great feature of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how eye-catching it is to be in Cornwall.

Mevigissey is picturesque, quaint Cornish village, where you will find some wonderful galleries and two relaxing beaches, and in the evening there are some excellent restaurants to choose from.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure visit Mevigissey.

The Lost Gardens of Heligan

The Lost Gardens of Heligan was exactly that, for over 70 years. These gardens were hidden by bramble, ivy and weeds, untouched since World War II. Once rediscovered in 1991, many secret paths, chambers, inscriptions and myths derived and then began the drive to restore these gardens which was held in ownership of the Tremayne family for over 400 years.

These gardens are now subject to International recognition for its restoration, which took over a year. There are hundreds of acres of land around the gardens which are ongoing in restoration. This is one of the best gardens to visit in Cornwall and we had a fantastic time exploring the many secret garden paths and of course enjoy the beautiful plants, flowers, bushes and trees. Many of the original plants have survived in these gardens.

Prior to the restoration there was a devastating hurricane which should have destroyed the gardens and the estate. I presume, because of 70 years of neglect and the overgrown ‘jungle’ that became the gardens, they were protected from such an inevitable destruction.
The Lost Gardens of Heligan are wonderful gardens where one can stay close by, in the many Cornish cottages available. Cornwall’s best cottages, some of which are holiday cottages quite near to such a wonderful location.
Cottage owners are very warm to visitors, who arrive at these shores, countryside, beaches, monuments and historical sites; many tourists tend to discover so much of Cornwall’s most amazing and beautiful locations. There are many cottages to select from, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall a perfect place to embark on a journey of discovery of coastal sites, theme parks and other interesting venues. It is recommended that you select a quaint cottage, which would enrich the whole family experience of this desireable corner of Great Britain.
On visiting Cornwall, you should venture to the many sites, villages, cottage holidays, or stunning countryside. Cornwall is a fantastic vacation location with sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You will, no doubt, enjoy much of what is available in and around Cornwall, in the calm of a traditional, beautiful cottage; Visit the Cornwall Sunshine website and find the ideal cottage for you and your family. Cornwall’s main feature, is that it is home to some superb locations that are full of history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the charming small farms, towns and villages. You should enjoy the experience of a cottage in Cornwall, many built from local stone, slate and with thatched roofs. These are a great reminder of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how stunning it is to be in Cornwall.


The Lost Gardens of Heligan is a mysterious place with hundreds of acres surrounding the main estate. This is a fantastic family attraction and one of the most acclaimed garden restorations.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure visit The Lost Gardens of Heligan.

Thursday 28 April 2011

Loe Pool

Loe Pool was created when nature produced a bank from shingle which eventually created a dam separating the sea from the lake. Loe Pool is now a natural freshwater lake. Porthleven is the nearest village. Loe Pool is one of the most tranquil and unspoilt locations in Cornwall, it is a massive lake with some great beaches to visit, and nothing much else around.

The shore is approximately six miles, and there are plenty of beaches and points of interest as you walk around the lake. This is one of my favourite places in Cornwall and the peacefulness, solitary calm surrounding the place is very reassuring. Make sure you bring all some warm and waterproof clothing as it does cool off in the evening.

Loe Pool is a wonderful freshwater lake where one can stay close by, in the many cottages available. Cornwall’s finest cottages, some of which are Cornish cottages quite near to such an amazing location.
Cottage owners are very friendly to travellers, who visit these shores, countryside, beaches, monuments and historical sites; many visitors tend to discover so much of Cornwall’s most significant and beautiful locations. There are plenty of cottages to choose from, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall an excellent place to embark on a journey of coastal sites, theme parks and other interesting venues. I would suggest that you select a charming cottage, which would enhance the whole family experience of this historical corner of United Kingdom.

When visiting Cornwall, you should venture to the many sites, villages, Cornwall holiday cottages, or stunning countryside. Cornwall is a superb holiday location with sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You will, without a doubt, enjoy much of what is available in and around Cornwall, in the calm of a traditional, beautiful cottage; Go to Cornwall Sunshine website and find the ideal cottage for you and your family. Cornwall’s main feature, is that it is home to some great locations that are full of history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the charming small farms, towns and villages. You should cherish the experience of a cottage in Cornwall, many built from local stone, slate and with thatched roofs. These are a simple reminder of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how eye-catching it is to be in Cornwall.

There are many myths about Loe Pool, but my favourite is of the legend of King Arthur and where he cast his sword, Excalibur. People believe this is the place where King Arthur cast the sword, because in the readings of Tennyson, he makes reference to the fact that there is a Sea and lake settled side by side.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure visit Loe Pool.

The Lizard

The Lizard is a spectacular Peninsula with beautiful and stunning sea views, one of he most popular destinations and a location that his bound to bring inspiration to anyone who visits. It is said that many artists and writers have gathered their inspiration from The Lizard.

Designated as an area of outstanding beauty, the Lizard presents much of what is beautiful about Cornwall. It is at the southern tip of Cornwall and provides some of the most stunning views out to sea. There are some great looking cottages, fishing boats and harbours scattered around, all well presented. When we visited we were amazed by the cute line of cottages and the lighthouse, which I think is the most southerly point in England.
The Lizard is a wonderful peninsula where one can stay close by, in the many Cornwall cottages available nearby. Cornwall’s finest cottages, some of which are Cornish cottages quite near to such an amazing location.
Cottage holiday home owners are very welcoming to visitors, who explore these shores, countryside, beaches, monuments and historical sites; many tourists tend to discover so much of Cornwall’s most significant and beautiful locations. There are plenty of cottages to select from, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall a superb place to embark on a discovery journey of coastal sites, theme parks and other interesting locations. A good idea, is to select a quaint cottage, which would improve the whole family experience of this desireable corner of United Kingdom.
On visiting Cornwall, you must visit the many sites, villages, Cornwall cottage, or stunning countryside. Cornwall is an amazing holiday location with sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You will, no doubt, enjoy much of what is available in and around Cornwall, in the relaxation of a traditional, charming cottage; Visit our Cornwall Sunshine website and find the ideal cottage for you and your family. Cornwall’s main feature, is that it is home to some fantastic locations that are full of history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the stunning small farms, towns and villages. You will enjoy the experience of a cottage in Cornwall, many built from local stone, slate and with thatched roofs. These are a simple reminder of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how eye-catching it is to be in Cornwall.

At the Lizard and by the lighthouse you there are telescopic mounts for you cast a view out to sea. You will also find a café and souvenir shop, and plenty of space for a picnic by the sea. We were lucky to catch a nice warm day, and managed to spend and enjoy the majority of our day in The Lizard. A great place to visit on any occasion.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure visit The Lizard.

Looe Island

Looe Island is a very special island with a wonderful story about two sisters who wanted to own there own island. There are a couple of books written by the sisters which are quite fascinating. Babs and Evelyn Atkins dreamed of owning and island and back in 1965 they set about making this happen. I think one of the sisters was a teacher the other into pottery or arts of some sort. I remember reading that when they came across Looe Island, they felt they would not be able to afford such as place, but to there astonishment their offer was accepted. However, there was much work to do on the island, and if I remember correctly one of the sisters set up a pottery or arts class for visitors to the Island.

The sisters lived on the island nearly full time and during the summer months the place is a tranquil haven, however, in the winter the rough seas and weather make it nigh on impossible to get on or off the island.

Looe Island is 22 km and 150 feet above sea level, and is situated off Looe, by about one mile.

Looe Island is a gorgeous island where one can stay close by, in the many cottages available in Looe. Cornwall’s best cottages, some of which are Cornwall cottages quite near to such an astonishing island.

Cornish cottage holiday home owners are very friendly to holiday goers, who explore these shores, countryside, beaches, monuments, theme parks and historical sites; adventure loving tourists tend to discover so much of Cornwall’s most significant attractions. There are plenty of cottages to choose from, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall a wonderful place to embark on a discovery journey of historical sites, theme parks and other points of interest. A good idea, is to choose a little cottage, which should enhance the whole family experience of this stunning corner of Great Britain.

When visiting Cornwall, you should visit the many sites, villages, Cornwall cottage, or stunning countryside. Cornwall is a wonderful holiday location with sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You should enjoy much of what is available in and around Cornwall, in the relaxation of a traditional, charming cottage; Go to our Cornwall Sunshine website where you can find the ideal cottage for you and your family. Cornwall’s attraction, is that it is home to some great locations that are full of history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the quaint small farms, towns and villages. You should enjoy the experience of a cottage in Cornwall, many built from local stone with thatched roofs. These are a wonderful reminder of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how stunning it is to be in Cornwall.

You can tour Looe Island by boat and the income generated is put back into preserving the natural beauty of the island. There are not cafes or shops available, but you can buy copies of the aforementioned books. A couple of times during the year the low tides do create a path directly to Looe Island, but you should take a guide for such a journey to ensure you don’t get caught between tides.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure visit Looe Island.

Wednesday 27 April 2011

Lappa Valley Steam Railway

Lappa Valley Steam Railway, is a railway with steam trains running between Benny Halt and East Wheal Rose train stations. The train travels, as its name suggests, through the Lappa Valley. The railway was opened in 1849, so today the tracks are probably the oldest tracks in Cornwall. The original lines closed in 1963, and the Lappa Valley Railway was formed in 1974 to provide the wonderful tourist attraction we have today.

The track was changed to a minature guage track, which I presume means it was narrower than a regular track, but still capable of running a full size steam prototype (as opposed to running miniature trains). The guage is 15 inch, as opposed to a full size guage, nearly four times the size.

This is a fun day out and if you can catch a sunny day, you will enjoy the day even more. The sound of a steam train, coupled with the rumbling track and traditional steam odours make for a realistic experience.

Lappa Valley Steam Railway is a beautiful railway where one can stay close by, in the many Cornwall cottages available. Cornwall’s best cottages, some of which are Cornish cottages quite near to such a fun tourist attraction.

Cottage owners are very welcoming to holiday goers, who explore these Cornwall’s tourist attractions, countryside, beaches, monuments, theme parks and historical sites; fun loving tourists tend to discover so much of Cornwall’s most significant sites. There are many cottages to select from, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall a wonderful base to embark on a journey of discovery of historical sites, theme parks and other points of interest. I suggest that you choose a quaint cottage, which should enrich the whole family experience of this beautiful corner of United Kingdom.

On your arrival to Cornwall, you should plan a visit to the many sites, villages, Cornwall cottage, or stunning countryside. Cornwall is a fantastic holiday venue with sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You will enjoy much of what is on hand in and around Cornwall, in the cosiness of a traditional, charming cottage; Visit our Cornwall Sunshine website select the ideal cottage for you and your family. One of Cornwalls attractions, is that it is home to some fantastic locations that are full of history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the picturesque small farms, towns and villages. You will enjoy the experience of a cottage in Cornwall, many built out of local stone with thatched roofs. These are a wonderful reminderof Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how stunning it is to be in Cornwall.

The kids are going to love Lappa Valley Railway, from the youngest to the oldest. There is something exciting about any steam train journey and Lappa Valley is not exception. There are café’s and souvenir shops plus plenty more for the kids to do.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure visit Lappa Valley Railway.

Lanhydrock House

Lanhydrock House, renown for its 17th century Victorian lavish style with fantastic facilities, from some of the most elegant rooms, upper living quarters to the basic servant quarters. With over 40 rooms to explore, this is a most outstanding, elegant home, surrounded by hundreds of acres of woodlands and parks. The house was restored to its former glory after a devastating fire in 1881.

The immediate gardens, in and around the house, are delightful and you can imagine the serenity these wonderfully flowered gardens must have provided the Robertes family, who were the owners of this amazing home.

You will need to make the most of a day to get around and enjoy this splendid house, probably one of Cornwall’s finest, if not the best. The rooms are succinctly furnished and you will see many of the tools, kitchenware and materials used in and around this house, which will provide a great sense of history.

Lanhydrock House is a beautiful location where one can stay close by, in the many Cornwall cottages available. Cornwall’s loveliest cottages, some of which are cottages quite near to such a stunning tourist attraction.

Owners of cottages are very welcoming to visitors, who explore these Cornwall’s stately homes, countryside, beaches, monuments and historical sites; history loving vacationers tend to discover so much of Cornwall’s most significant sites. There are very many cottages to choose from, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall is a wonderful base to embark on a journey of discovery of historical sites and other points of interest. It is recommended that you select a little cottage, which will enhance the whole family experience of this beautiful corner of Britain’s countryside.

When visiting Cornwall, you ought to plan a visit to the many sites, villages, cottage holidays, or stunning countryside. Cornwall is a fantastic holiday spot with sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You should enjoy much of what is available in and around Cornwall, in the comfort of a traditional, charming cottage; Go to the Cornwall Sunshine website and find that perfect cottage for your family. An attraction of Cornwall, is that it is home to some superb locations that are full of history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the charming small farms, towns and villages. You will love the experience and delights of a cottage in Cornwall, many built out of local stone, and some old disused barns. These are a significant feature of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how eye-catching it is to be in Cornwall.

If you love history, then Lanhydrock House is a must. Great for families, young and old and if you want a peaceful walk around the gardens or quiet stroll through the many gorgeous rooms in this house, you should put this down on your ‘must see’ list.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure visit Lanhydrock House.

Tuesday 26 April 2011

Land's End

Well, Land’s End has to be the most famous point in Cornwall. Renown for it’s most south westerly point in the UK, prompting thousands to visit this naturally beautiful coastline. Not only is it blessed with a unique status; when you visit you will be able to enjoy some of the most beautiful coastline and scenery the Cornwall has to offer. This is truly a landmark recommended for all to see.

You can visit the ‘first and last’ house (Penwith house) and also stand at the ‘first and last’ point in England. The most famous signpost is also a must visit, and you mustn’t forget your camera, as Lands End is surely one of the most photographed locations in Cornwall.

There is ample parking, a café and souvenir shop for you to visit. It has to be true; when you mention Cornwall, you can’t help but think of Land’s End.

Land’s End is a wonderful coastal location where one can stay close by, in the many Cornish cottages available. Many of Cornwall’s loveliest cottages, some of which are Cornwall cottages quite near to such a stunning location.

Cottage owners are very warm to vacationers, who explore these Cornwall’s shores, countryside, structures, monuments and historical sites; sea and coast loving vacationers tend to discover so much of Cornwall’s most significant sites. There are many cottages to select from, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall an excellent place to embark on a journey of coastal discovery of many beaches and other points of interest. I would recommend that you select a delightful cottage, which will improve the whole family experience of this stunning area of Great Britain.

On your visit to Cornwall, you should plan to venture out to the many sites, villages, cottage holidays, or the stunning countryside. Cornwall is a terrific holiday location with sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You can enjoy much of what is available in and around Cornwall, in the cosiness of a traditional, charming cottage; Visit the Cornwall Sunshine website and choose that perfect cottage for your family. An attraction of Cornwall, is that it is home to great locations that are full of history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the charming small farms, towns and villages. You will cherish the experience and delights of a cottage in Cornwall, many built out of local stone, and some converted farm barns. These are an important aspect of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how striking it is to be in Cornwall.

On our visit to Land’s End, we had a fantastic time, relaxing and enjoying the views. There is ample space for the kids and lots to do when you arrive. If you catch Land’s End on a bright sunny day, you will enjoy it all the more. Enjoying such a splendid environment is something open to all.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure visit Land’s End.

The Hurlers

The Hurlers was formed from the Bronze Age dating back to 1500 BC. The formation of The Hurlers is basically three very large stone circles (like circle crops). There are many myths about these stone circles, but what is clear is that there may be some meaning behind the compass formation of these circles.

The circles are not all the same size and do not have the same number of stones making up each circle. The southern most circle is the smallest, the middle circle is the next largest and the northern most circle is the largest. The number of stones currently making up each circle ranges from 9 to 14 stones, however, when originally built they would have been more stones in each circle.

I’m not too clear on all the myths surrounding the stones, so it’s worth a visit to get your own view. However, it is said that the stones represented people being ‘turned’ to stone, because they played hurling on religious day, where it was forbidden. It is also said that the circles are situated in a typical location which would have made it convenient for traders to gather. This is because the circles are (as many others) strategically placed between two rivers, and I presume the traders may have used the water ways to transport their wears.

The Hurlers is a gorgeous historical location where one can stay close by, in the many Cornish cottages available. Many of Cornwall’s best cottages, some of which are Cornish cottages quite near to such a symbolic location.

Many cottage owners are very hospitable to holiday goers, who explore these Cornwall’s shores, countryside, structures, monuments and historical sites; historically focused vacationers tend to find so much of Cornwall’s most significant sites. There are so many cottages to choose from, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall a perfect place to embark on a journey of historical discovery of many ancient sites and other points of interest. I would recommend that you choose a cosy cottage, which should add to the whole family experience of this desireable area of countryside.

During your stay in Cornwall, you might want to plan to venture out to the many sites, villages, cottage holidays, or the stunning countryside. Cornwall is a superb holiday location with sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You should enjoy much of what is available in and around the Cornish country, in the cosiness of a traditional, cosy cottage; Google the Cornwall Sunshine website and find that perfect cottage for your family. An attraction of Cornwall, is that it is home to many places that are full of history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the charming small farms, towns and villages. You should enjoy the offering of a cottage in Cornwall, built out of local stone, and some converted disused barns. These are an important part of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how spectacular it is to be in Cornwall.

You will find The Hurlers close to the Minions village, an old copper mining area. With so many myths surrounding these stones, it is not difficult to concur up mysterious imaginings about the stones. One such legend that, for some reason, it is difficult to accurately count the Hurlers, but for those that manage to get the count right, some kind of misfortune will happen to them.

That said, the kids enjoyed running around in the wide open spaces.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure pay a visit to The Hurlers.

Eden Project

Arguably, The Eden Project is Cornwall’s most famous tourist attraction, receiving thousands of visitors every year. Reported to be the World’s largest greenhouse, with bio domes providing environments from a typical English garden to Mediterranean and tropical rainforest environments. There are so many zones within the domes that cover the variations and environments around the world.

Transformed from a disused quarry, this great tourist attraction is an educational charity and beacon of conservation ideas. With so much to do for children and great facilities on site, including cafes and visitor centre and store, this is truly a must visit for all that arrive in Cornwall.

On our visit we were awed by the immense size of the place and the sheer numbers visiting was astounding. There is much to walk through and you can really feel each climate as you pass through. You can imagine how quickly we had to pass through the tropical environment; it was so hot in this section. Make sure you carry water with you as you will certainly need a drop or two.

The Eden Project is a wonderful a most recognised tourist attraction where one can stay close by, in the many Cornish cottages available. Many of Cornwall’s finest cottages, some of which cottages are close by to such a symbol of conservation.

Owners of cottages are very friendly to visitors, who visit to explore much of Cornwall’s history, structures, monuments and historical sites; many tourists find a wealth of Cornwall’s most wonderful places to see. With so much cottage accommodation available, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall a great place to embark on a journey of discovery of many tourist sites and other points of interest. It is recommended that you select a delightful cottage, which will enhance the whole family experience of this desireable corner of Great Britain.

On your visit to Cornwall, you should plan to venture and hopefully discover the many historical sites, villages, holiday cottage, or the stunning countryside. Cornwall is a fantastic holiday location with sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You will enjoy much of what is available, throughout Cornwall, in the luxury of a traditional and charming cottage; go to the Cornwall Sunshine website where you can find a perfect cottage for your stay. An attraction of Cornwall, is that it is home to many locations that are steeped in history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the quaint small farms, towns and villages. You should appreciate the historical significance of a cottage in Cornwall, built out of local stone, and some converted from old, tranquil barns. These are an important inclusion of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how stunning it is to be in Cornwall.

The Eden Project is a globally recognised tourist location and people from all over the world visit this man made natural wonder. It’s true that the whole site is immense and there is a lot of walking to do, but you should break frequently and take the spheres in your stride. There are also fantastic surrounding grounds, where you can relax in the coolness of the day.

The kids enjoyed running around the grounds and looking at the many artistically created hedges.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure pay a visit to The Eden Project.

Godrevy Island

Virginia Woolf, it is claimed was inspired by Godrevy Island (as were many others), producing the novel ‘To the Lighthouse’. The island is host to a single solitary lighthouse which is the main reason for its popularity. The building of a lighthouse started around the late 1850s, because so many ships had been wrecked by this dangerous stretch of water. Eventually, a steam boat was destroyed by the island rocks and all on board had perished; this was the catalyst for the building of a lighthouse which took over a year to complete.

Eventually, due to lack of shipping activity the three man crew for managing the lighthouse was disbanded, and the lighthouse was automatically switched on and off as appropriate. It is still operational and standing approximately 85 high, is frequented via helicopter flight for routine and general maintenance.

Godrevy was made famous due to the lighthouse and of course the inspiration this brought to many, including Virginia Woolf.

Godrevy Island is a wonderful a most recognised island Lighthouse where one can stay close by, in the many Cornish cottages available. Many of Cornwall’s best cottages, some of which cottages are close by to such an iconic lighthouse.

Cottage owners are very friendly to visitors, who visit to explore much of Cornwall’s history, structures, monuments and historical sites; many tourists find a wealth of Cornwall’s most wonderful historical sites. With plenty of cottage accommodation on offer, throughout the whole of Cornwall; thus making Cornwall a fantastic place to embark on a journey of discovery of the many heritage sites and other points of interest. I suggest you select a little cottage, which will enhance the whole family experience of this beautiful corner of Britain.

When visiting Cornwall, you should include plans to venture and hopefully discover the many historical sites, villages, Cornwall holiday cottages, or the stunning countryside. Cornwall is top quality location to vacation to with sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You should enjoy much of what is available, throughout Cornwall, in the calm of a traditional and charming cottage; visit the Cornwall Sunshine website where you should find a perfect cottage for your stay. One attraction of Cornwall, is that it is home to many locations that are steeped in history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the quaint small farms, towns and villages. You will appreciate the historical significance of a cottage in Cornwall, built out of local stone, many converted from old, solid barns. These are an important inclusion of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how striking it is to be in Cornwall.

Similar to many coastal islands, Godrevy has naturally developed into a haven for wildlife. Many creatures use the island as a sanctuary, including grey seals and of course the ever present sea gull.

Godrevy Island and it’s lighthouse provide for a stunning view from the coastline and is truly worth visiting the coast to get some great photo’s and dare I say, you may also become inspired from the experience.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure pay a visit to Godrevy Island.

Cotehele

Home of the Edgcumbe family for many centuries, Cotehele is one of the most original Tudor houses in the UK. Undisturbed and well preserved for centuries; much of the décor and furnishings have been preserved and today, you can really get a feel for how the family lived in the yester-year, going as far back as you can imagine. This is a truly outstanding Tudor house befitting a visit by all touring Cornwall.

The grounds are amazing, with a Valley Garden where you can explore the well maintained and planned garden walks. The grounds are vast, and as well as being able to visit the apple and cherry orchards, you can traverse the many streams, woodlands, riversides and paths around the grounds.

Cotehele is a beautiful a most recognised Tudor house where one can stay close by, in the many holiday cottages available. Many of Cornwall’s best cottages, some of which cottages are close by to such an amazing attraction.

Cornwall’s cottage owners are very friendly to visitors, who arrive to explore much of Cornwall’s history, structures, monuments and historical sites; most tourists’ find a wealth of Cornwall’s most prominent historical sites. There is plenty of cottage accommodation on offer, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall a fantastic place to begin a journey of discovery of the many attractions and other points of interest. You should select a cosy cottage, which will enhance the whole family experience of this historical corner of Britain.

A visit to Cornwall should include plans to venture and hopefully discover many historical sites, villages, Cornwall cottage, or the stunning countryside. Cornwall is an excellent choice to vacation with, sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You will enjoy much of what is available, throughout Cornwall, in the luxury of a traditional and charming cottage; go to the Cornwall Sunshine website where you will find your perfect cottage. A main attraction of Cornwall, is that it is home to many sites that are steeped in history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the quaint small farms, towns and villages. You will no doubt realise the historical importance of a cottage in Cornwall, built out of local stone, many converted from old, yet charming barns. These are an important inclusion of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how stunning it is to be in Cornwall.

There are many stories and legends associated with Cotehele and a visit would not be the same without a cup of tea and cake from the Quay tea room, and of course there is a museum and art and craft gallery. This is truly a stunning Tudor house where you can get yourself lost its wonderful history.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure pay a visit to Cotehele.

Monday 25 April 2011

Chysauster Ancient Village

Over 2000 years ago, there were habitants of Chysauster Ancient Village, which is situated not too far from Castle An Dinas. Chysauster is part of a settlement that is not too dissimilar to the structure of many of Cornwall’s villages today. It is known as a courtyard village, surrounded by stone houses with living quarters and an associated courtyard. Chysauster also has evidence of a ‘fogue’ which is essentially an underground passageway or cave. The fogue is not very well preserved, but nonetheless, there is clear evidence suggesting that one existed.

It is believed that occupants lived in this Iron Age village right through to Roman times, and the location has fantastically well preserved courtyard houses. There are up to 10 houses, which had basic living and storage areas within the centre of the village.

Chysauster is a beautiful a most recognised ancient village where one can stay close by, in the many holiday cottages available. Many of Cornwall’s finest cottages, some of which Cornwall cottages are close by to such a prominent site.

Cornish cottage owners are very hospitable to visitors, wishing to explore much of Cornwall’s history, structures, monuments and historical sites; many tourists’ find a dearth of Cornwall’s most fascinating historical locations. There is plenty of cottage accommodation available, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall a fantatic place to begin a journey of discovery of the many ancient locations and other points of interest. I would recommend that you select a delightful cottage, which will enhance the whole family experience of this beautiful corner of country.

Your visit to Cornwall should include a plan to venture and hopefully discover many historical sites, villages, Cornwall cottage, or the stunning countryside. Cornwall is a excellent location with, sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You should, without doubt, enjoy much of what is available, throughout Cornwall, in the comfort of a traditional and charming cottage; to to the Cornwall Sunshine website to locate your ideal cottage. A simple attraction of Cornwall, is that it is home to many locations that are immersed in history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the charming small farms, towns and villages. You should, during your stay, realise the historical importance of a cottage in Cornwall, built out of local stone, many converted from old disused barns. These are a relevant part of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how striking it is to be in Cornwall.

Although Chysauster has been excavated frequently, it is clear that preserving the integrity of the village may not have been a key focus, as there are parts of the village that have not been put back into their original locations. This is unfortunate, however, the well preserved status of Chysauster, makes a visit well worth the effort.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure they get to see Chysauster Ancient Village.

Chun Quoit

Chun Quoit, on outskirts of Chun Downs, is a formation of rocks approximately three metres high, resembling a giant mushroom. This quoit is probably the best formed of all the quoits in Cornwall. The Cornish translation of Quoit is ‘the house on the downs’, and a quoit is essentially a chambered tomb.

A quoit is essentially Cornish for a megalithic structure. This is simply made up of large upright stones in a circular ring with a huge capstone, placed horizontally across the uprights. This formation creates the desired chamber effect.

All the stones and slabs of the quoit are from grey granite, which is usual in this location. There are many myths surrounding this quote, including one of Cornish druids using the slabs as sacrificial alters.

Chun Quoit is a wonderful a most recognised chamber where one can stay close by, in the many holiday cottages available. Many of Cornwall’s finest cottages, some of which Cornish cottages are not too far from such a prominent site.

Cornwall’s cottage owners are extremely welcoming to visitors, who explore Cornish history, structures, monuments and historical sites; visitors arrive to find many of Cornwall’s most fascinating venues. There is plenty of cottage accommodation available, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall a great place to begin a discovery of the many ancient locations and other points of interest. It is recommended that you select a cosy cottage, which should enhance the experience of this stunning corner of United Kingdom.

Plan your visit to Cornwall and discover historical sites, villages, holiday cottage, or stunning countryside. Cornwall is an interesting county with, sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You should, without doubt, take pleasure in much of what is nearby, throughout Cornwall, in the relaxation of a traditional old-world cottage; visit the Cornwall Sunshine website to find an ideal cottage for you. A great attraction of Cornwall, is that it is home to many locations that are steeped in history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the charming small farms, towns and villages. You will, no doubt, realise the historical importance of a cottage in Cornwall, built out of local stone, many converted from old farm barns. These are a relevant part of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how eye-catching it is to be in Cornwall.

Chun Quoit is easy to get to, access via a foot path of a lay-by on the B3318. This is a well known and excellently preserved quoit, and one of the best one’s to visit. This is a coastal road running from St Just and can be found not far from Morvah village. If you follow the signs to Chun Castle, you’ll find that the Chun Quoit burial chamber is a few hundred feet away.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure they get to see Chun Quoit.

Chun Castle

Chun Castle, on the summit of Chun Downs, is one of Cornwall’s most natural hillforts. This is a stunning historical site with great coastal views. It is believed that settlements existed as far back as the Iron Age up to and including 500 AD. Like similar hillforts, evidence of concentric rings provides excavation points for further analysis and evidence gathering.

Chun Castle still possesses the remains of external stone walls and deep ditches, and within, there is evidence of housing by way of smaller circular stone walls. This castle seems to have been the centre of the West Penwith area, covering all the surrounding territories.

The mystery of Chun Castle was evident on my visit, especially since we arrived early in the morning, after sunset. There was a sense of thriving activity, in years gone by, and the evidential rocks ‘sprayed’ across the grounds provide an insight to the simplification of life during these times.

Chun Castle is a gorgeous a most prominent hillfort where one can stay close by, in the many Cornish cottages available. Many of Cornwall’s finest cottages, some of which cottages are not too far from such an historical site.

Cornwall’s cottage vendors are extremely hospitable to visitors, wishing to explore further Cornish history, structures, monuments and historical venues; most visitors arrive to find many of Cornwall’s most interesting locations. There is much cottage accommodation available, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall a superb place to begin a discovery of the many ancient locations and other points of fascination. I recommend that you choose a delightful cottage, which should add to the experience of this stunning corner of Britain.

Organise a visit to Cornwall and discover historical sites, villages, holiday cottage, or stunning countryside. Cornwall is a relevant county with, sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You should, no doubt, take pleasure in much of what is close by, throughout Cornwall, in the comfort of a traditional ancient feeling cottage; review the Cornwall Sunshine website to find a perfect cottage for you. A main attraction of Cornwall, is that it is home to places awash with history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the quaint small trading towns and villages. You should realise the historical relevance of a cottage in Cornwall, built out of local stone, many converted from old disused barns. These are an important part of Cornwall’s history and a visual reminder of how stunning it is to be in Cornwall.

Chun Castle is made up prominent stone rings and ditches, plus evidence of housing rings within the inner circle. There is evidence of life at the castle from excavated pottery carried out around 1930.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure they get to see Chun Castle.

Sunday 24 April 2011

Cheesewring

The Cheesewring, near Minions on southern edge of Bodmin Moor, is one of Cornwall’s most natural phenomenon’s. This is a stunning historical site as it is essentially a top heavy stack of rocks, forced by nature’s wind erosion, providing the illusion that justifies it’s name as the ‘Cheeswring’, due to each rock resembling a traditional cheesewring.

The oddity about this amazing site is that the largest and most unwieldy looking rocks are firmly situated at the top end of the stack and the smallest, lightest looking rocks are at the bottom, supporting the whole structure.

It is true to say that this 32 foot structure looks unstable at best, being situated on a side of a slope and seemingly held up by a few fragile looking small rocks. The first impression one gets, is that this structure could collapse at any moment; the stunning views from this point out to Cornwall and Devon are well worth the visit.

Cheesewring is a beautiful natural site where one can stay nearby, in the many holiday cottages available. Many of Cornwall’s finest cottages, some of which Cornwall cottages are not far from such an amazing place.

Cornish vendors of cottages are extremely hospitable to visitors of Cornwall, wishing to discover the Cornish history, structures, monuments and historical locations; the majority of visitors arrive to explore many of Cornwall’s most historical locations. There is plenty of accommodation available, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall a wonderful place to begin a discovery of the many ancient places and other points of interest. You shoulc choose a delightful cottage, which no doubt will add to the experience of this most charming area of Great Britain.

Plan a visit to Cornwall and discover historical sites, attractions, holiday cottage, or stunning countryside. Cornwall is an important county with, sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You should take pleasure in much of what is close by, throughout the Cornish country, in the cosiness of a traditional quaint cottage; check out the Cornwall Sunshine website to find an ideal cottage for you. One attraction of Cornwall, is that it is home to places steeped in history and mythology and tradition, not to mention the stunning small farms and villages. You may realise the historical relevance of a cottage in Cornwall, built out of local stone, some converted from barns. These are a relevant part of Cornwall’s history and a visual reminder of how eye-catching it is to be in Cornwall.

Cheesewring is a natural phenomenon caused by wind erosion, but there are many myths about how they came about, mainly between Man and Giants, where Man won the ‘slab throwing’ forcing the giants to concede and follow the teachings of Christianity.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure they get to see Cheeswring.

Castle an Dinas

Castle an Dinas, near St. Columb Major, is one of Cornwall’s most historic locations, dating back to the Iron Age. This is a relevant historical site as it was recognised as an important hill fort for the region. Castle an Dinas is proof yet again, that the use of stone was important to Man for over a thousand years or so.

References to King Arthur and his use of Castle an Dinas as a hunting lodge are well recorded, and legend has it that there is a stone in St. Columb that has the imprint of four horse shoes, made by King Arthur’s horse, whilst he was out hunting. It is also said that King Arthur’s mother and her husband were killed here.

You can find evidence of the Castle an Dinas, as it is situated on a hill fort with several ringlets encircling outwards from the centre. A hill fort may have been used as a place for rituals, trade and ceremonies, as well as a being a symbol of power and wealth for the local tribe.

Castle an Dinas is a wonderful settlement where one can stay nearby, in the many cottages available. Many of Cornwall’s finest cottages, some of which Cornish cottages are not far from such a historical place as this.

Cornish owners of cottages are very friendly to Cornwall’s visitors, wishing to discover the Cornish history, woodlands and historical settlements; a vast majority of visitors arrive to explore many of Cornwall’s most historically interesting places. You should find plenty of accommodation available, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall an excellent place to begin a discovery journey of the many ancient historical places and other points of interest. You must opt for a little cottage, which should add to the experience of this most beautiful area of United Kingdom.

Ensure you visit Cornwall and discover a part of history, location of interest, holiday cottage, or stunning countryside. Cornwall is a historically important place with, sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You should enjoy much of what is nearby throughout the Cornish country, in the cosiness of a traditional old-world cottage; click through to the Cornwall Sunshine website to find an ideal cottage for you. A significant attraction of Cornwall, is that it is home to so many places steeped in history and mythology, not to mention the quaint small towns and villages. You should notice the historical relevance of a cottage in Cornwall, built out of local stone, some with thatched roofs. These are a significant part of Cornwall’s history and a dear reminder of how spectacular it is to be in Cornwall.

Castle an Dinas and its hill fort rings are made up by three major ditches, of varying degrees of construction. There is evidence of a couple of Bronze Age barrows in the centre, signifying the early use of the site.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure they get to see Castle an Dinas.

Carn Euny

Carn Euny is one of Cornwall’s most historic locations. This is a well preserved ancient village, which was last occupied by the Romans, but dates back to the Iron Age. There are the foundations of stone houses, plus the well documented underground passage known as a ‘fogou’.

The stone house remains are the most visibly relevant evidence of Carn Euny. It is believed that houses surrounded by a field system, that is prehistoric in design, and evidence of flint tools suggest that the site was definitely in use from the Bronze Age. This indicates human presence from the Mesolithic period.

I discovered that the most relevant feature of the ruins is the fogou, which is connected to one of the houses (known as courtyard houses). The word ‘fogue’ derives from the Cornish language and means ‘cave’. Fogou’s are excavated from the local rock and finished with stone roofs. Most fogou’s can be found in West Cornwall, and are rarely found anywhere else in Britain.

Carn Euny is a beautiful settlement where one can stay nearby, in the many Cornish cottages available. Much of Cornwall’s finest cottages, many of which Cornish cottages are not far from such a historical place to visit.

Cottage owners are very friendly to Cornwall’s visitors, who wish to discover the Cornish countryside, parks and historical settlements; so many visitors arrive to explore some of Cornwall’s most historically relevant places. There is plenty of accommodation available, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall a superb place to begin a journey of discovery of the many wonderful historical places and other famous locations. You should opt for a little cottage, which should add to the experience of this most beautiful area of country.

Visit Cornwall and discover that piece of history, location of interest, Cornwall holiday cottages, or beautiful countryside. Cornwall is a historically prominent place with, sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You should enjoy much of what is accessible throughout the Cornish country, in the comfort of a traditional old-world cottage; go to the Cornwall Sunshine website to find a perfect cottage for you. One of the attractions of Cornwall, is that it is made up of so many places engrossed in history and charm, not to mention the charming small hamlets, towns and villages. You may notice the historical relevance of a cottage in Cornwall, built of stone and thatched roofs. These are a significant part of Cornwall’s historical life and a constant reminder of how striking it is to be in Cornwall.

Carn Euny and its fogue seem to have been developed over a few phases, it is worth a visit to explore further the history behind this underground passageway. The passage and chamber both possess relatively large capstones, most of which are original.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure they get to see Carn Euny.

Cardinham Woods

Cardinham Woods, a fantastic woodland with many activities for all the family to enjoy. When we visited I was pleasantly surprised at how much we packed into the day, and how quickly the day passed through. The woodlands are a beautiful mixture of trees and shrubs, with some great clearances. This place is great for family strolls, but also plenty of cyclists, dog owners and horse riders visit the woods.

With over 250 acres of land, the woods are particularly ideal for horse riders. It is also a wildlife refuge for otters, deer and the high flying buzzards who constantly circle the treetops. The trails are well marked and lead you to amazing view points and explanations of the history of the Woods.

After a long days exploration, we visited the onsite Woods café for a drink and snack, before settling for an early evening BBQ in one of the picnic areas. BBQs are actually situated in the picnic areas, so just bring food and fuel to get started.

Cardinham Woods is a gorgeous woodland where one can stay in the many holiday cottages available. Much of Cornwall’s loveliest cottages, many of which holiday cottages are a short distance from such a wonderful place to visit.

Local cottage owners are very warm to Cornwall’s visitors, who wish to explore the Cornish countryside and parks; so many discover some of Cornwall’s most historically prominent places. With so much accommodation available, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall a great place to begin a journey of discovery of the many wonderful points of interest and famous attractions. Selecting to stay in a quaint cottage adds to the experience of this most charming area of Britain.

Make a visit to Cornwall and find that piece of history, location of interest, Cornwall cottage, or wonderful countryside. Cornwall is a historically relevant place with, beaches, country views, culture and tradition. You can enjoy much of what is available throughout the Cornish country, in the luxury of a traditional quaint cottage; visit the Cornwall Sunshine website to find the right cottage for you. One of the attractions of Cornwall, is that it is made up of so many places immersed in history and charm, not to mention the quaint small towns and villages. It is easy to miss the relevance of a cottage in Cornwall, built in stone with thatched roofs. However, these are a significant part of Cornwall’s traditional life and a constant reminder of how striking it is to be in Cornwall.


Cardinham Woods is one of the ‘must see’ places to visit in Cornwall, especially if you are staying in and around Bodmin. It’s a fantastic way to see the wonderful Cornish woods and landscapes whilst enjoying a piece of Cornish history. This is a family walking holiday trip, which should bring nature closer to all.

Saturday 23 April 2011

Bodmin Parish Church

Bodmin Parish Church dates back to 1469, where some of the building was built from masonry of the Norman period. This is the largest parish church in Cornwall and is renowned for its association with St Petroc, whose relics have been on site for many centuries.

This church was dedicated to St Petroc before the 1066 Norman Conquest. There now lays the chapel of St Mary, where the shrine of St Petroc is located.

In 1110, French canons visit to Cornwall resulted in violent protests as one of the canons derided the idea that King Arthur was still alive and that he would not return to lead his people. This was greeted with uproar as many at the time believed that King Arthur was alive and well and would indeed show himself as King of England once again.

‘Cornish Perpendicular’ pillars were typical of Cornish churches and Bodmin parish church, is one of the few churches that have building records intact and almost complete, surviving for centuries; records going back to 1491.

Bodmin Parish Church is a beautiful building where one can stay in the many holiday cottages available, which are dotted around Bodmin. You will discover many of Cornwall’s best cottages, where many Cornwall cottages are a short distance from such a beautiful church to visit.

Throughout Cornwall farm and cottage owners tend to be friendly to holiday visitors, who visit to explore the surrounding areas, many of which discover some of Cornwall’s most historical features. With so much accommodation to choose from, within Cornwall, making Cornwall a most desirable place to begin your discovery of the many interesting and famous sites. You must choose to live in a quaint cottage, which will add to the whole family experience of Cornwall.

Ensure you visit Cornwall and you will find the most enjoyable experience, place of interest, holiday cottage, or beautiful countryside. Cornwall is a most historical location with ancient villages, beautiful coastline and traditional lifestyle. Make the most of Cornwall, in the calm of a converted barn cottage; many cottages can be found at the Cornwall Sunshine website. What makes Cornwall special is that it is made up of so many wonderful an historical locations, not to mention the charming small villages and towns. A cottage in Cornwall, built in layers of thick stone walls, is worth a try. These are part of Cornwall’s charm, and a natural reminder of how striking the area of Cornwall is.

The parish church has an obscure history, too much history and detail to cover here. A visit to the church will reveal much of this. ‘Bodmin’ is a name that is believed to have derived from the Cornish language, meaning ‘house of monks’. Therefore the monastery would have been established, identifying the beginning of Bodmin the town.

Friday 22 April 2011

Bodmin Moor

The mysterious Bodmin Moor is one of Cornwall’s treasure gems. A location where you will find many historical points, including Standing stones, bridges, cottages, burial chambers and farms built from boulders emanating from the Moors surface space over many centuries. The Moors is an ever deceiving landscape, giving the distinct impression that the area expands for hundreds of miles, when in fact it is a relatively small space by comparison.

When I visited Bodmin Moor, I got the distinct feeling of expansive, unspoilt and untouched natural beauty. I could have been transported many centuries back in time, and my eyes would have been beholden to the same natural beauty I saw on my recent visit. It’s not a place where one should be complacent, as many have lost themselves here; once the rolling fogs descend and the landscape takes a whole new shape and appearance.

You can get to Bodmin Moor quite easily, however, it is closer to the North Cornwall and West Devon borders. This is another good reason to find a cottage in Bodmin, which provides a springboard to exploration throughout the South West.

Bodmin Moor is a beautiful landscape where one can stay in the many holiday cottages available, which are dotted around the Moor. You will discover many of Cornwall’s best cottages, where many Cornwall cottages are a short distance from such a beautiful place to visit.

Throughout Cornwall cottage owners tend to be welcoming to holiday goers, who wish to explore the surrounding countryside, where so many discover some of Cornwall’s most historical attractions. There is plentiful accommodation, within Cornwall, making Cornwall an obvious place to begin a journey of discovery for all the interesting and famous places. You should opt to live in a pretty little cottage, which will add to the wonderment of this amazing countryside location.

Make sure you visit Cornwall and find that experience and place of interest, cornwall holiday cottages, or calm and peaceful countryside. Cornwall is engulfed with history, villages, coastal views, tradition and culture. Enjoy what is on offer from Cornwall, in the luxury of a thatched cottage; you can find many cottages in the Cornwall Sunshine website. The key to Cornwall is that it is made up of so many places that are historical, not to mention the stunning small towns and villages. A cottage in Cornwall, built in stone with amazing thatched roofs, is worth a try. These are part of the Cornish lifestyle, and a natural reminder of how eye-catching Cornwall truly is.

Bodmin Moor is a must visit for all that visit Cornwall, the winding roads will take you deep into the history of Cornwall and the beauty of centuries long passed. These are the wonders that make Cornwall a great choice for a holiday destination. Don’t forget to take some all weather clothing, for the dip in temperature as sunset descends.

The Bodmin & Wenford Railway: A Lovely holiday trip near to your Cornwall cottage

You can’t do much better than get on one of the Bodmin and Wenford steam trains. What a fantastic and nostalgic activity, which was fun for all our kids. It was like going back in time and appreciating the travelling elite of yester year. Not only was the soothing sound of the track as the train rumbled along, a comfort, the carriage surroundings, odour and décor made this a train journey to be remembered.

We’ve been on the Santa by Steam and Murder Mystery Evening specials, which were both full of adventure, and I certainly would recommend a return visit. There is a buffet, bar and gift shop at Bodmin General, so plenty of opportunity to relax and buy gifts whilst you are waiting to alight.

I don’t know too much about the history, however, the railway was opened in 1887 eventually servicing Bodmin Road, Bodmin General, Bodmin North, Wadebridge and Wenford.

Bodmin is a wonderful town where one can stay in the many available. You can find many of Cornwall’s best cottages, where many are a short distance from such wonderful places to visit.

Cornish cottage owners are very welcoming to visitors, wish to explore the Cornish countryside, many of whom discover some of Cornwall’s most historically relevant places. With so much available accommodation, throughout the whole of Cornwall, making Cornwall a superb place to begin a journey of discovery of the many charming points of interest and famous locations. Choosing to live in a cute little cottage adds to the wonderment of this charming corner of Britain.

So visit Cornwall and find that historical location, place of interest, , or appealing peaceful countryside. Cornwall is steeped in history, beaches, countryside views, tradition and cultural bliss. You can enjoy many of what is on offer throughout the Cornish countryside, in the luxury of a traditional cottage; you should go to the Cornwall Sunshine website to find the ideal one for you. The attraction of Cornwall is that it is made up of so many places that are steeped in history and beauty, not to mention the stunning small villages. Don’t forget the importance of a cottage in Cornwall, built in stone with eye catching thatched roofs. These are part of Cornwall’s traditional living and a natural reminder of how eye-catching it is to be in Cornwall.

The Bodmin & Wenford Railway is one of the places to visit in Cornwall, especially if you are not too far from Bodmin. It’s a great way to see the beautiful Cornish landscapes whilst enjoying a piece of Cornish history. The sound and smells of a steam train should be an experience for everyone. This is a family holiday trip, which will bring about anticipation and excitement to young and old alike.

So don’t forget to visit the The Bodmin & Wenford Railway as part of your visit to Cornwall.

Thursday 21 April 2011

Barbara Hepworth Museum in Cornwall

A fantastic place to visit whilst on holiday in Cornwall is the Barbara Hepworth Museum. Barbara moved to Cornwall with her husband and very young family back in 1939. She discovered Trewyn Studios and thought it was a delightful place nestled superbly around St Ives; she found the tranquil surroundings of the studios adorned by a perfect garden and yard for her to work in, with more than adequate space to create her now famous bronze sculptures, paintings and drawings. Barbara lived in Cornwall and worked at Trewyn studios from 1949 to 1975, when she died.  She wished for Trewyn Studios to become a museum and it is now open to the public, where many of her tools, furnishings and works of art are still available for all to see.

St Ives is a beautiful coastal town where one can stay in the many Cornish cottages available, close to the coastal resorts. You can find many of Cornwall’s best cottages on the Cornwall Sunshine website, where many Cornwall cottages are a short distance from such wonderful places to visit.

Cottage owners in Cornwall are very hospitable to visitors, who stay and explore the Cornish towns and coastline, only to discover some of Cornwall’s most historical places. The sheer volume of available accommodation, all along the coastline and inland, makes Cornwall a great place to begin a discovery of the many delightful points of interest and famous locations. Living in a quaint cottage adds to the feelings of yester year.

So visit Cornwall and find that historical museum, place of interest, or wonderful country and coastline. Cornwall is more than a great location for a summer visit. It is steeped in history, artefacts, monuments, tradition and culture. Whilst enjoying these fabulous offerings, in the comfort of a traditional cottage; many of which can be found at the Cornwall Sunshine website.  The beauty of Cornwall is that it is made up of so many historical locations, natural beauties, and coastline and quaint small villages. Not to be forgotten the contribution of the traditional Cornish cottage, with thatched roofs and of stone build. These represent Cornwall’s traditional way of life and are a constant reminder of how stunning the whole of Cornwall can be.

Barbara Hepworth loved it here, in Cornwall, and was no doubt inspired by her surroundings thus becoming one of Britain’s most revered modern artists. We can now enjoy the splendour of her works which are as preserved as the Cornish countryside. 'Finding Trewyn Studio was a sort of magic', wrote Barbara Hepworth; 'here was a studio, a yard and garden where I could work in open air and space'

So don’t forget to visit the Barbara Hepworth Museum as part of your visit to Cornwall.

Monday 18 April 2011

Cornwall Sunshine Launches

Cornish Cottage owners flock to Cornwall Sunshine.

The recent launch of Cornwall Sunshine has seen a phenomenal response with cottage owners throughout Cornwall flocking to the new site, which is specifically designed for the cottage owner in Cornwall. Nearly 400 cottages were uploaded in the space of a few weeks. With more added everyday, there is no doubt that Cornwall Sunshine is fast becoming the number destination site for Cornish cottage holidays.

Cornwall Sunshine on Facebook

Make friends with Cornwall Sunshine on Facebook.

We had to do it! Everyone loves facebook and so do we at Cornwall Sunshine. Be one of the first to sign up and become friends, get tips and see some great images of Cornwall and it's wonderful surroundings. Keep an eye out for some superb images and videos to be added soon.

Cornwall Sunshine on Twitter

Follow Cornwall Sunshine on Twitter.

Cornwall Sunshine's new twitter account will keep cottage owners in Cornwall and throughout the country up to date on how new features are being developed and the progress of the new interface to be launch soon. Click on the twitter link and sign up for the latest updates.

Tremeale Barn Cottages

HOLIDAY COTTAGES AS STYLISH AS YOUR HOME.

We’ve all been there. You hire a holiday cottage, arrive and are horribly disappointed at the dated decor, shabby interiors and lack of thought the owners have put into it. Not anymore. With attention to detail at the forefront, property owner Anna Kioufi  has renovated five beautiful Cornwall cottages and made them every bit as stylish as your very own home.

Situated in stunning North Cornwall, the cottages boast uncluttered, simple interiors with no chintz in sight. The modern, contemporary holiday homes are perfect for couples or families and, as well as all the usual mod cons, offer free WiFi, flat screen TVs and a free movie library. There’s also access to an outdoor swimming pool (from June – September), a playground and a trampoline. The beach and other beauty spots are just a short drive away, and the local area offers several activities including scuba diving and horse riding. Check out Tremeale Barn, Mill Cottage 1, Mill Cottage 2, Shippen 1 and Shippen 2 which are featured on the homepage of http://www.cornwallsunshine.com/ or call 0800 458 9492 for more info.

What is it about Cornwall that inspired me so?

As a child growing up, Cornwall was always a destination and location I heard about as a sunny, fun and beautiful location. Whenever a road trip was on the cards, the best option mentionable was a stay in Cornwall. I don’t know why so, but as an adult, it’s clear to me that much of the South West offers the same. However, the words Cornwall inspire a magical sense of adventure, distance, pirates, sunshine, sea, beautiful scenery and much more. It is truly a magical word.

Let’s be clear, I did not come from a very fortunate background, and a trip to Cornwall, well, did not seem to be a possibility. So quite frankly it was a distant dream and may as well as been as far away as America, in terms of my perceived expectations and hopes of visiting. Strange how, as a child, something may seem to be an impossibility, to only discover, as an adult with a car, that impossibility disintegrates every inch of the open road that leads you towards Cornwall and the many beautifully scenic locations.

So what did we do when we had an opportunity to think about buying a holiday cottage to be used personally, and of course as a holiday let? Well, the first thing I could think about was to visit Cornwall, as for some reason, the final chosen location would have the words Cornwall in it! I knew in my mind and heart that was going to be the case, so no point wasting time looking in other counties. It was time to just get down to it.

I had seen over the Internet a cottage that looked delicious, and for reasons unknown to me, this just kept coming round for my attention quite frequently. Well, not being superstitious or anything, I just decided to go and have a physical look and indeed found a wonderful set of cottages in a location outside Launceston called Tremeale Barn. Within the site were 8 delightful cottages, and of course, I was in the business of looking for a dream cottage.

Long story short, I ended up dealing on all eight beautiful Cornish cottages, crazy I know, but Cornwall is such a gorgeous location, plus the grounds and scenery were fabulous, not to mention the swimming pool on site. This was a big move, taking over so many holiday cottages and the prospect of maintaining a pool, whilst my base was in London! Not for the faint hearted.

So now, we own most of Tremeale Barn which is right on the borders of Cornwall and Devon, providing a fantastic launch pad for all of Cornwall and Devon, including short journeys to some of the best beaches in the country. Visit us some day, you can find us on the Cornwall Sunshine website and if you don’t stay in one of our cottages, you should stay in Cornwall, and perhaps you and your children will also discover the magic that lies in the word 'Cornwall'.