Sunday 8 May 2011

St Mawes Castle

St Mawes Castle, situated at the opposite headland as Pendennis Castle, both overlooking the Falmouth estuary to protect the country against seaward invaders. The general threat was from France and Spain, especially after King Henry VIII divorce Catherine of Aragon. St Mawes was as fortified and updated as St Pendennis, because although it was well situated to protect Falmouth from the sea, on its opposite side was high ground, making the castle vulnerable to attack from the land. Indeed it was only ever once invaded back in 1646, but was peaceably taken because the St Mawes governor realised that there was no point in defending from a land invasion so surrendered the castle without a battle taking place.

St Mawes Castle is a gorgeous castle where one can stay close by, in the many Cornwall cottages available. Cornwall’s best cottages, some of which are holiday cottages quite near to such a fantastic location.

Cottage owners are very welcoming to visitors, who arrive at these shores, countryside, beaches, monuments and historical sites; visitors tend to discover so much of Cornwall’s most amazing and beautiful locations. There are a host of cottages to select 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 locations. It is recommended that you rent a little cottage, which would enhance the whole family experience of this historical corner of United Kingdom.

On visiting Cornwall, you should explore the many sites, villages, Cornwall cottage, or 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 Cornwall, in the calm of a traditional, beautiful cottage; go to the Cornwall Sunshine website and find an ideal cottage for you and your family. Cornwall’s main asset, is that it is home to beautiful locations that are full of history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the picturesque 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 fitting reminder of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how eye-catching it is to be in Cornwall.

St Mawes Castle is a delightful castle, built in 1545, with plenty for the family to see and do. The castle is one of the best preserved of Henry VIII’s reign and is still kept in it’s original Tudor design, as the castle was not fortified in later years, due to it’s vulnerability to land attacks. It’s in one of the best parts of Cornwall with fantastic views and a great climate. Find out about the Tudor gun deck, Guardhouse and history of the Castle.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure visit St Mawes Castle.

Wednesday 4 May 2011

The Royal Cornwall Museum

The Royal Cornwall Museum one of Cornwall’s oldest museum, opened in 1818. Admission is free and it has fantastic exhibitions all year round. There is an amazing mineral display, including the largest Liroconite crystal ever found, and even houses an Egyptian mummy!

Many of the donated artefacts of the museum make this a fascinating place, consisting of items from Ancient Greece to a collection of drawings and paintings. The museum often have family oriented activities and programmes throughout the year, so there will always be something interactive for younger members, as well as providing for those interested in the significance of Cornwall’s history and artefacts.

The Royal Cornwall Museum is a beautiful museum where one can stay close by, in the many Cornwall cottages available. Cornwall’s finest cottages, some of which are Cornish cottages quite near to such a fantastic location.

Cottage owners are very friendly towards visitors, 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 plenty of cottages to select from, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall a fantastic place to embark on a journey of discovery of coastal resorts, theme parks and other interesting locations. I recommend that you rent a cute cottage, which would enhance the whole family experience of this historical corner of Britain’s countryside.

On visiting Cornwall, you must explore the many sites, villages, Cornwall holiday cottages, or stunning countryside. Cornwall is a great holiday destination 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, beautiful cottage; go to the Cornwall Sunshine website and find the ideal cottage for you and your family. Cornwall’s key attraction, is that it is home to beautiful locations that are full of history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the quaint 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 significant reminder of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how eye-catching it is to be in Cornwall.

The Royal Cornwall Museum is situated in Truro village and throughout the year there are a number of workshops, programmes and activities for all the family. In Truro there are many restaurants and quaint shops along the narrow pathways. A visit to the museum should be on your schedule when visiting Truro. You will find plenty of places to sit and relax as well as enjoying the splendour of this fantastic location.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure visit Truro and The Royal Cornwall Museum.

Restormal Castle

Restormel Castle is a great castle originally built by the Normans around 1100. As with most castles, Restormal was well fortified and had a 17 foot moat with extremely steep slopes to keep the inhabitants protected. The castle did not see but one battle in 1644. It is also known that in 1354, the Black Prince had held court in Restormal Castle.

Today, the castle stands proudly in acres of land, which held hundreds of deer and is in very good condition, considering it’s over 900 years old. Surrounded by fields of green and flowers, this is wonderful castle resting on an old Norman mound.

Restormel is a wonderful castle where one can stay close by, in the many Cornwall cottages available. Cornwall’s finest cottages, some of which are Cornwall cottages quite near to such a fantastic location.

Cornish cottage owners are very welcoming towards holiday makers, 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 plenty of cottages to choose from, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall a superb place to embark on a journey of discovery of coastal resorts, theme parks and other interesting locations. It is recommended that you stay in a cosy cottage, which would enhance the whole family experience of this stunning corner of Britain.

When visiting Cornwall, you should explore the many sites, villages, Cornwall cottage, or stunning countryside. Cornwall is an excellent holiday destination with sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You will, no doubt, enjoy much of what is on offer in and around Cornwall, in the luxury of a traditional, beautiful cottage; visit the Cornwall Sunshine website and find the ideal cottage for you and your family. Cornwall’s main attraction, is that it is home to beautiful locations that are full of history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the picturesque 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 splendid reminder of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how eye-catching it is to be in Cornwall.

Restormel Castle is situated in splendid countryside, resting in the peacefulness of its surroundings, and is by far one of the best preserved castles in Cornwall. Visiting on a warm sunny day, makes the overall experience even more delightful. The moat and surrounding steep mound gives you a real appreciation of how and why it was so important to protect the inhabitants within the castle walls. You can visit the local village for shopping and food, where there are many quaint café’s and restaurants.

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

Monday 2 May 2011

Polperro

Polperro, on the south coast of Cornwall is one of the most famous and beautiful villages around the Cornish coast. It is an old fishing village, with centuries of history. The old cottage no doubt were originally owned and lived in by many fishermen, only now many are typically holiday homes or cottages to let; as Polperro is a most popular destination, with a well contained harbour and fantastic cliff side views.

Polperro is steeped in history and had for a time been a hub for smugglers shipping in goods for trade during war, to be traded on the black market. Many a Polperro resident became rich on such trade, although dangerous in execution, Polperro served as smugglers port into England.

On our visit we found this quaint fishing village a stunning location and understandably popular amongst locals and tourists alike. There are some wonderful cottages with great views surrounding the cliff side and port.

Polperro is a gorgeous village where one can stay close by, in the many cottages available. Cornwall’s best cottages, some of which are holiday cottages quite near to such a fantastic location.

Cornwall cottage owners are very hospitable towards holiday makers, 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 an ideal place to embark on a journey of discovery of coastal resorts, theme parks and other interesting locations. I recommend that you choose to stay in a little cottage, which would improve the whole family experience of this charming corner of Cornwall.

When on holiday in Cornwall, you should explore the many sites, villages, holiday cottage, or stunning countryside. Cornwall is a perfect holiday destination with sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You should enjoy much of what is on offer in and around Cornwall, in the luxury of a traditional, beautiful cottage; go to the Cornwall Sunshine website and find the perfect cottage for you and your family. Cornwall’s key attraction, is that it is home to beautiful locations that are full of history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the picturesque 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 perfect reminder of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how stunning it is to be in Cornwall.

Polperro, is arguably one of Cornwall’s most beautiful villages, steeped in history and charm, evolving over centuries. The winding and narrow pathways, village shops, galleries, and café’s have much to offer and plenty of time to visit the beach and collect mementos of your visit.

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

Penlee House

Penlee House in Penzance is as fantastic museum and gallery, a display of much of Cornwall’s history and art. Penlee House is in the stunning setting of Penzance and was built in 1865. The museum is particular interesting as it has documented thousands of years of history about the local area. The art gallery likewise for many years have been displaying local artists’ works and is constantly evolving.

After roaming around this lovely house, museum and gallery, you can then relax in the comfort of the Orangery Café, and treat yourself to a traditional Cornish delight, and there is also a gift shop available, where you can purchase cards, mugs and posters.

Penlee House is a wonderful venue where one can stay close by, in the many cottages available. Cornwall’s loveliest cottages, some of which are cottages quite near to such a fantastic location.

Cornish cottage owners are very hospitable towards visitors, who arrive at these shores, countryside, beaches, monuments and historical sites; 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 a perfect place to embark on a journey of discovery of coastal resorts, theme parks and other interesting locations. I do recommend that you opt to stay in a quaint cottage, which would enrich the whole family experience of this charming corner of United Kingdom.

When travelling to Cornwall, you should explore the many sites, villages, Cornwall cottage, or stunning countryside. Cornwall is an excellent holiday destination with sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You will enjoy much of what is available in and around Cornwall, in the calm of a traditional, beautiful cottage; you should visit our Cornwall Sunshine website and find the perfect cottage for you and your family. Cornwall’s main attraction, is that it is home to 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 wonderful reminder of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how spectacular it is to be in Cornwall.

Penlee House is in the ideal location of Penzance, where you can venture to Cornwall’s southern and western most points. The museum and art gallery, in particular, has world famous displays which are frequently refreshed. Once you have completed your tour of Penlee House, you should venture out further into the Penzance region, where you will find some of the most stunning views, historical sites and quaint shops along narrow village roads.

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

Pendennis Castle

Pendennis Castle was one of the strongest fortresses protecting England from invasion. It is in Falmouth and a great tourist attraction for all the family to visit. Henry VIII commissioned the building of this castle, after he divorced Catherine of Aragon because he felt he was under threat of war from Spain and France. Henry VIII was concerned that by divorcing the catholic Catherine an invasion was imminent and reinforced this part of England to defend any such attack.

Pendennis castle had a role to play in World Wars I and II, and was built over 450 years ago. The grounds are spectacular and the castle a formidable fortress. The castle has a history of attacks and you can find out about these on a tour. There great restaurants nearby, and of course, a good souvenir shop.

Pendennis Castle is a beautiful castle where one can stay close by, in the many Cornwall cottages available. Cornwall’s loveliest cottages, some of which are Cornwall cottages quite near to such a fantastic location.

Cottage owners are very hospitable to visitors, who arrive at these shores, countryside, beaches, monuments and historical sites; visitors tend to discover so much of Cornwall’s most amazing and beautiful locations. There are a host of cottages to select 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 locations. It is recommended that you rent a cute cottage, which would enhance the whole family experience of this historical corner of United Kingdom.

On visiting Cornwall, you should explore the many sites, villages, holiday cottage, or 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 Cornwall, in the luxury of a traditional, beautiful cottage; go to the Cornwall Sunshine website and find an ideal cottage for you and your family. Cornwall’s main asset, is that it is home to beautiful locations that are full of history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the picturesque 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 fitting reminder of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how eye-catching it is to be in Cornwall.

Pendennis Castle is a delightful castle with plenty for the family to see and do. It’s in one of the best parts of Cornwall with fantastic views and a great climate. Find out about the Tudor gun deck, Guardhouse and history of the Castle.

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

Sunday 1 May 2011

Mullion Cove: A Fishing Village

Mullion Cove is a fishing village in West Cornwall, near The Lizard. It has an interesting history and layouts by the cove since man made concrete walls were erected in the 19th century to protect the cove from harsh and windy weather. You will find some good tourist shops, cafes, art galleries and pubs in the cove. It’s worth walking the along the walls to get a splendid view out to sea, especially on sunset.

There is a lot of history here associated with life boat services, as many boats have been wrecked against these shores. There are also many smugglers’ legendary tales.

Mullion Cove is a gorgeous village where one can stay close by, in the many cottages available. Cornwall’s best cottages, some of which are holiday cottages quite near to such a stunning location.

Cornish cottage owners are very hospitable to holiday goers, who arrive at these shores, countryside, beaches, monuments and historical sites; many tourist 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 a fantastic place to embark on a journey of discovery of coastal resorts, theme parks and other interesting venues. I recommend that you hire a quaint cottage, which would enrich the whole family experience of this historical corner of United Kingdom.

When visiting Cornwall, you should explore the many sites, villages, Cornwall cottage, or stunning countryside. Cornwall is a great holiday destination with sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You should cherish much of what is available in and around Cornwall, in the relaxation of a traditional, beautiful cottage; visit the Cornwall Sunshine website and find a perfect cottage for you and your family. Cornwall’s many features, are that it is home to beautiful 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 from local stone, slate and with thatched roofs. These are a fitting reminder of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how striking it is to be in Cornwall.

Mullion Cove is a delightful fishing village with plenty for the family to see and do. It’s in one of the best parts of Cornwall with fantastic views and a great climate. Find out about the lifeboat service and why it was needed. Investigate why the man made stone walls was created and who funded it. This is a relaxing and charming village, where you get the sense that it is a place where one can enjoy the pace of life, mixed with a hive of activity from the old traditional fishing boats.

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

Mousehole: West Cornwall Village

Mousehole is a wonderful hamlet situated in West Cornwall, in between Land’s End and Penzance, with a perfect beach for family days out. Mousehole was burnt down in the 14th century by Spanish invaders leaving one house untouched, which still stands today. It has wonderful cottage homes and is one of England’s most beautiful settings.

Dorothy Pentreath of Mousehole some 400 years ago was reported to have been the last known fluent speaker of the Cornish language. In fact, some claim she could only speak Cornish.

We had a wonderful day in Mousehole; all the better as it was a warm sunny summer day. This is a truly idyllic location and once you visit you will for sure want to return again.

Mousehole is a gorgeous location where one can stay close by, in the many holiday cottages available. Cornwall’s finest cottages, some of which are holiday cottages quite near to such a stunning location.

Cornwall cottage owners are very friendly to visitors, 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 select from, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall a superb place to embark on a journey of discovery of coastal resorts, theme parks and other interesting venues. I would recommend that you rent a quaint cottage, which would boost the whole family experience of this historical corner of Cornwall.

On your visit to Cornwall, you should explore the many sites, villages, holiday cottage, or stunning countryside. Cornwall is a fantastic holiday destination with sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. I’m sure you will enjoy much of what is available in and around Cornwall, in the cosiness of a traditional, beautiful 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 beautiful locations that are full of history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the stunning 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 striking it is to be in Cornwall.

Just off the Mousehole shore is St Clement’s Isle, which is worth exploration and there is a small cave, along the coast and not too far from the beach. There are great restaurants, galleries and shops in Mousehole, where you can venture through the narrow winding streets and discover the many gems that make up Mousehole; a charming traditional fishing village.

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