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Holidays in Cornwall.
Cornwall is noted for its wild moorland landscapes, its extensive and varied coastline and its mild climate. Also notable is Cornwall's stone age and industrial archaeology, especially its historic mining landscape, a world heritage site.
North Cornwall, Southeast Cornwall, West Cornwall.
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Camping & Caravanning Cornwall
Static holidays, touring, tent, caravan and holiday home sales.
Eurocampings - ACSI Camping Guide
Carlyon Bay Camping Park
Peace and tranquillity are the hallmarks of the park with its leafy bowers and shaded corners beside stout
oaks, elegant chestnut and spreading sycamore trees. The marvellous contrast of this woodland setting
within walking distance of the sea and the great open sweep of the bay, creates a delightful balance for a restful and absorbing holiday.
The Park is situated in the heart of the St. Austell Bay, just 200 yards from the coastal footpath overlooking
the two mile, sandy stretch of Carlyon Bay which to the East leads to the magnificent promontory of Gribben Head.
Find-a-campsite - Cornwall - Campsites in Cornwall
Cornishlight.co.uk
Camping and Campsites. From holiday centres with their own sports facilities, to touring pitches within
walking distance of the beach, to camping in a field with only cows for company Cornwall has a huge choice of places to stay.
Cruises
Destination Southwest
Destination Southwest is an alliance between 8 ports throughout the Southwest of England - Ilfracombe, Torbay, Dartmouth, Plymouth, Fowey, Falmouth, Penzance and the Isles of Scilly.
Holiday rentals / Cottages / Self catering in Cornwall
Some of the best 4 and 5 star holiday accommodation in Cornwall.
A chalet, a villa, a castle or a mill? A country estate, a farmhouse, a gîte or a cottage? All have been carefully
selected for quality, location, friendly welcome and attractive atmosphere. They are all ideal for a special holiday and good value for money.
- leading UK provider of self-catered holidays
Availability search [ refining by specifying price, pet, pub nearby, open fire, swimming pool and more possible
], special offers and brochure request. North Cornwall | South Cornwall | Mid Cornwall.
- Holiday Lodges and Holiday Parks Britain
A short break, or weekend, at one of our holiday parks gives you a real getaway, whatever the season.
You'll find well-equipped and cosily heated bungalows, lodges, chalets, apartments and caravans in beautiful forest, countryside and coastal surroundings.
WestStar Holiday Parks - Mullion / Looe Bay / Sandford
Very special places in Cornwall & Dorset
- holiday homes in Cornwall
Hotels Cornwall / B & B
Hotels in Cornwall - Hotel Guide Cornwall
Hotels in Newquay, Falmouth, Saint Austell, Bodmin, Penzance, Liskeard, Bude, Saint Ives, Carlyon Bay, Saltash, Camelford, Lostwithiel, and more ...
Best Western Hotels -
If you're looking for hotel breaks in Cornwall.
Mount Haven Hotel - Romantic luxury boutique hotel
Marazion, Penzance, Cornwall.
Hostelbookers.com is one of the worlds largest online booking services for hostels. All hostels you see here are offering realtime prices and availability.
Travel Agents / Tour Operators
Superbreak offer leisure hotel breaks and features 2-5 star hotels, with the majority in the 3-4 star+ rating.
A self-catering holiday in one of Hoseasons' holiday lodges and parks brings a new meaning to the word
freedom. From the moment you arrive you can revel in the limitless possibilities offered at every resort centre.
And with late availability and last minute booking facilities, you'll soon be experiencing the holiday of your dreams.
- Create your perfect trip to Cornwall
Westcountry Breaks
Hotels | Self-catering | Pubs and Inns | Where to eat | Activities | Attractions | Letting Agencies
South West Coast Path
The South West Coast Path National Trail - 630 miles of superb coastal walking. The best way to enjoy the wonderful coastal scenery, wildlife and heritage.
Travel Guides Cornwall / Related books
Cornwall (Best of Britain - Lesley Gillilan (Author)
Accessible, Contemporary Guides by Local Experts.
Cornwall is a proudly individual county, with its own unique culture, cuisine and
customs. Its proximity to the Gulf Stream provides a warm climate and many are attracted by the miles of British coast to explore. Rick Stein has been at the forefront
of upgrading facilities for tourists and locals alike, and his hometown of Padstow is now famous for its seafood eateries. Add to this the charm of Cornwall's often
neglected ancient sites, hidden creeks and isolated villages and it becomes apparent why over 3.5 million domestic tourists holiday here each year.
This unique guide is a valuable source of local information, to help visitors get the most out of Cornwall in the time you have; be it a two-week holiday, short break or long weekend.
Paperback: 320 pages; Publisher: Crimson Publishing (15 Jan 2009); ISBN-10: 1854584243; ISBN-13: 978-1854584243.
Kids Cornwall: 50 Things to Do in Cornwall Right Now!
Local Parents (Author)
This little book is full of good ideas that you and your children will love to do in Cornwall. Everything in Kids Cornwall has been tried
and tested by families who live in Cornwall, which means that we have worked out all the little details of where to park, whether or not
to take a buggy, or whether it is worth risking the cafe! We are not just talking about the attractions that you might know about; Kids
Cornwall is a quirky mix of walks, restaurants, games, days out and silly things to do to pass the time on a beach or in the woods.
Cornwall is a fantastic place for kids - full of wonderful adventures and lasting memories. We don't think that you can possible be bored
here - so take this little book, visit some of the locals 'secret' places and have fun!
Paperback: 68 pages; Publisher: Kids Cornwall; 4th Revised edition edition (1 April 2010); ISBN-10:
0954744942; ISBN-13: 978-0954744946.
Cornwall (OS Travel Map - Tour Map)
Ordnance Survey (Author)
Map; Publisher: Ordnance Survey; E edition (9 Mar 2009); ISBN-10: 0319245373; ISBN-13: 978-0319245378.
Transport / How do I travel to Cornwall
Newquay Airport [ NQY ]
Bristol Airport - Bristol International Airport
Exeter Airport - Home of Flybe
- Cheap flights & Budget flights Exeter
Book cheap flights to Cornwall at ebookers and benefit from discounted airfares. View their latest offers and book your flights, accommodation, car hire and insurance online
Airline Tickets / Bargain Flights
Flight tickets Cornwall / Price comparison possible
thetrainline provides fast, easy and secure access to timetables, tickets and fares for all National Rail journeys across the UK.
Travel by bus or coach to Cornwall.
Public Transport in Cornwall - Cornwall Public Transport Information website
This website is designed to provide full timetable information on all bus services operating in Cornwall, as well as information on rail, coach, air and ferry services.
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Cornwall
North Cornwall, West Cornwall, Cornish Riviera, Newquay, The Isles of Scilly
Cornwall County Council
North Cornwall Tourism
Places to visit in North Cornwall : Bodmin, BodminMoor, BoscastleandTintagel, Bude, Camelford, Launceston, Padstow, Wadebridge
Southeast Cornwall Tourism
West Cornwall
The West Cornwall coastline fans out to north and south along great corrugated cliffs, while the rocky spine
of the peninsula wriggles its way eastwards through an enduring landscape of tawny moorland, lush woodland and serene, timeless villages ...
Towns & Villages : Hayle & Phillack, Madron, Beautiful Mount's Bay [ Marazion, Perranuthnoe & Goldsithney ],
Mousehole & Paul, Newlyn, Pendeen, Penzance, The Golden Coast [ Porthcurnoe, St Levan & Treen ], St Buryan & Lamorna, St Ives, St Just-in-Penwith, and Zennor.
Bodmin [ nc ] - Bodmin Tourist information
BodminMoor [ nc ] - Best of Bodmin Moor tourism promotion website
Stunning countryside, wonderful wildlife, unspoilt villages in a fantastic rural setting and a pace of life that is
totally relaxing. Set apart from the bustle of the more popular areas, staying on Bodmin Moor keeps you still within easy reach of all that is wonderful about Cornwall.
BoscastleandTintagel [ nc ] - Boscastle, Tintagel and Crackington Haven
This picturesque fishing village of Boscastle in North Cornwall, with its Medieval core and distinctive harbour
is one of Cornwall's most romantic places. It's a village steeped in history, associated with authors and artists
who have been inspired by its remoteness and its rugged beauty. Abundant in wildlife, dramatic walks and
historic features, Boscastle with its many natural attractions is an ideal place to make your holiday base at any time of the year.
Bude [ nc ] - Visit Bude
This charming sea-side town with it's friendly and welcoming atmosphere can provide everything you need
for a successful holiday or short break in the area ... Just a stones throw from the town, across the Downs
or at Summerleaze the Atlantic Ocean laps at Budes feet across three stunning beaches - each fringed by
the dramatic cliffscape and geology which sets Budes Coast apart. Further a field in the rolling countryside
that surrounds the town you will discover ancient village greens, country pubs and rural life at it's genteel best.
Camelford [ nc ] - Camelford Tourist Info
Choose Camelford as a base for your holiday or short break and you're within hopping distance of the coast
and its beaches on one hand, and Bodmin Moor on the other. This ancient pocket borough, set in wooded
countryside astride the pretty River Camel, is a small but thriving town with a rich history. Some believe that
King Arthur and his Knights form part of the North Cornwall history, and that Camelford was once the famed 'Camelot'.
Carlyon Bay - bay and beach on the south coast
Carlyon Bay, one of finest beaches in South Cornwall, is surrounded by low cliffs and is divided into three areas: Crinnis, Shorthorn and Polgaver.
Falmouth - town, civil parish and port on the River Fal
Falmouth is Cornwall's leading south coast resort and home to the county's maritime heritage. You can find
sandy family beaches in Falmouth, including the Blue Flag beach of Gyllyngvase, a 10 minute stroll from the
town centre. Falmouth is also famous for its harbour. Together with Carrick Roads, it forms the third deepest natural harbour in the world, and the deepest in Western Europe. See hDiscover Falmouth
Hayle & Phillack [ wc ] - Gateway to West Cornwall
Launceston [ nc ] - Town of Launceston
Launceston, just off the main A30 at the eastern end of Cornwall , is proud to be known as the "Gateway to
Cornwall". On the Devon and Cornwall border and between two Moors - Bodmin and Dartmoor, the town
allows easy access to West Devon, the Tamar Valley and North and South Cornwall . Launceston is a traditional market town.
Liskeard - Ancient Stannary and Market Town of South East Cornwall
The town lies above the Looe river valley, some 14 miles west of the Tamar river. The hidden coves and
resorts of the beautiful south Cornish coast are easily reached by road or rail, whilst to the north of the town lies the vast rugged expanse of remote Bodmin Moor. See Liskeard Town Council.
Lostwithiel - civil parish and small town
Situated at the head of the estuary of the River Fowey [ Fowey river valley ]. Lostwithiel is the ideal base to
explore breathtaking countryside and discover the unspoilt beaches of south east Cornwall. Lostwithiel's
calendar is full of festivals celebrating food, music, arts, antiques, beer and cider. . See Lostwithiel.org.uk, Cornwalls.co.uk.
Madron [ wc ] - the historic heart of West Cornwall
Madron is a large rural parish on the Penwith peninsula north of Penzance. Nearby 'Madron Well' is an
example of a Cornish Celtic sacred site, which is renowned for its healing properties. Trengwainton Garden is situated near Madron. See Madron Community Website
Mousehole - Fishing village and Gateway to Mount's Bay
The village is renowned as one of the most picturesque harbours in England. An islet called St Clement's Isle lies 400 metres offshore from the harbour entrance.
Newlyn [ wc ] - town and fishing port in southwest Cornwall
Newlyn was made famous in the 1880s and 1890s for its Newlyn School artists' colony, including the painters Thomas Cooper Gotch, Albert Chevallier Tayler and Henry Scott Tuke.
Newlyn forms a conurbation with the neighbouring town of Penzance. The principal industry in Newlyn is fishing.
Newquay
Sardines, surfing, fishing and boating, all have played their part in making Newquay the exciting and vibrant
coastal destination it is today. Occupying a fantastic location on the north Cornwall coast, with towering cliffs
, pounding surf and a seemingly endless sweep of beaches, its no wonder that generations of visitors have
been making their way to this great British holiday base! Newquay is blessed with an array of stunning beaches; some great for walking on, some for surfing, others for making sandcastles! See official tourism website for Newquay.
Padstow [ nc ] - Visit Padstow
Pendeen [ wc ] - Cornwall's famous mining coast
Penzance [ wc ] - most westerly major town in Cornwall
A ferry service is operated between Penzance Harbour and the Isles of Scilly by The Scillonian III, carrying both foot-passengers and cargo.
Saint Austell - largest town in Cornwall
Tourists are drawn to the area by nearby beaches and attractions such as the Eden Project, sited in a former
clay pit, and the Lost Gardens of Heligan. The China Clay Country Park, in a former china-clay pit two miles
north of the town, tells the story of the men, women and children who lived, worked and played in the shadow of the clay tips around St Austell. See St Austell Town Council, Wheal Martyn China Clay Country Park.
St Ives / Saint Ives [ wc ]
Discover the bright and shining southwest tip of Cornwall, with the ancient town of St Ives nestling amongst
rich, magnificent coastal scenery; surrounding you with the clearest air, the cleanest beaches and scented, sub-tropical gardens.
St. Ives offers a large choice of quality holiday accommodation to meet your needs, varying in size and
budget. Come and visit for a short break, a long weekend or spend a whole week in the Cornish sunshine. St Ives is also perfect for Winter breaks in Cornwall. See Official St Ives Website.
Saltash - the gateway to Cornwall
Saltash is the largest town within the East Cornwall area and is one of the largest in Cornwall. Situated on the
west bank of the beautiful river Tamar, facing Plymouth, Saltash acts as a gateway between Cornwall and
Devon, whether travelling by road, rail or river. Saltash is home of the spectacular Royal Albert Bridge -
designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel and completed in 1859, this stunning bridge is a 'must see' for anyone
visiting the area. Saltash has easy access to other areas of Cornwall and Devon, from the sandy beaches of
Whitsand Bay to the dramatic scenery of both Bodmin Moor (Cornwall) and Dartmoor (Devon), a walker's
paradise. Nearby are the picturesque fishing villages of Looe and Polperro, and the vibrant city of Plymouth with its shopping centres, theatres and cinemas. See Saltash Town Council.
St Just-in-Penwith [ wc ]
St Just is a granite town in a granite peninsula, Britain's most westerly town and the former centre of mining
in West Penwith. The countryside of St Just, and that of West Penwith, is some of the best that Britain has to
offer. Due west of the town is Cape Cornwall, while the cliff scenery to the north and south is dramatic. The
presence of the Gulf Stream on the coast has produced an abundant and exotic flora and fauna. Encompasses the town of St Just and the nearby settlements of Trewellard, Pendeen and Kelynack. See St Just Town Council.
Wadebridge [ nc ] - Wadebridge Tourist Info
Zennor [ wc ]
Located on the north coast, about six miles north of Penzance. A local legend says that if you sit above
Pendour Cove [ a beach about 1 mile northwest of the village of Zennor ] at sunset on a fine summer evening
you might hear the singing of Matthew Trewella, who fell in love with a mermaid and followed her out to sea.
Mount's Bay - biggest bay in Cornwall
There are several coastal towns and villages dotted around Mount's Bay of which the largest is Penzance. To
the west are Newlyn, Paul, Mousehole and Lamorna, and to the east are Marazion, Perranuthnoe, Praa Sands
, Porthleven and Mullion. The bay also incorporates many beaches, coves and features including Prussia Cove, Loe Pool (and Loe Bar), Church Cove, Poldhu Cove and Kynance Cove.
Cornish Riviera
The curves of St Austell & Mevagissey Bays, golden with beaches, a haven for watersports and full of
interest; Mevagissey's working fishing harbour, the nearby lazy suntraps of Portmellon & Gorran Haven,
Caerhayes Castle proudly gazing across its own beach, the inland castle of Restormel and the River Fowey -
from trout stream to the deep-water Port of Fowey town. And above them all - the white peaks of the China Clay industry above St Austell at the centre of the Cornish Riviera.
Golden Coast - Porthcurnoe, St Levan & Treen [ wc ]
Heart of West Cornwall - St Buryan & Lamorna [ wc ]
Eden Project, Bodelva, Cornwall
To promote the understanding and responsible management of the vital relationship between plants, people and resources leading to a sustainable future for all.
News from Cornwall - Cornish Guardian
Radio Cornwall - Cornish radio - Radyo an Gernewegva
University College Falmouth
Cuisine Cornwall - Gastronomy
Favourite Cornish Recipes - June Kittow (Compiler), A.R. Quinton (Illustrator)
This charming little book opens with an alphabetical list of the recipes contained within. Each recipe opens with the title, a note, the list of
ingredients along with the method. Metric Conversion tables are given on the last page before a complete list of the titles in the Salmon series on the inside back cover.
St Michael's Mount [ from Mousehole ], Star Gazey Pie, Cornish Pasty, Cornish Splits, Mutton and Turnip Pie, Penzance Cake, Cornish Potato
Cake, Sausage Roly-Poly, Railway Pudding, Marinated Pilchards, Cornish Under Roast, Cornish Clotted Cream, Ginger Fairings, Cornish Junket, Figgie Hobbin, Cornish Saffron
Cake, Cornish Chicken Pie, Special Christmas Pudding.
Paperback: 48 pages; Publisher: J Salmon Ltd (1 May 1993); ISBN-10: 0906198976; ISBN-13: 978-0906198971
West Country Restaurants
Guide to eating out at quality restaurants and pubs.
History Cornwall
History of Cornwall - see Wikipedia
Pre-Roman Cornwall, Roman Cornwall, 410-1066, 1066-1485, Tudor and Stuart period, Civil War [ Civil War
Military actions in Cornwall, 1642, 1643, The Battle of Braddock Down, The Battle of Stratton, 1644, Siege of
Plymouth, The Battle of Lostwithiel, 1645, 1646, The siege of Pendennis Castle, 1648, The Gear Rout, Further
reading ], 18th and 19th centuries [ 1755 Tsunami, Developments in tin mining, Politics, Religion and administration ], 20th and 21st Centuries.
Battle_of_Cornwall
Spanish raid on Cornwall in 1595 during the Anglo-Spanish War [ 1585 ] commanded by Carlos de Amésquita,
with 3 companies of arquebusiers (about 400 men in total), four galleys (Capitana, Patrona, Peregrina and Bazana)[1] from the fleet under Pedro de Zubiaur.
Classic Sights
Classic Sights is a group of top tourist attractions in the South West of England, working together to offer the
assurance of quality and value for money, whenever and wherever you choose to visit - whether you're on a daytrip, on holiday, travelling as a group or looking for a unique conference venue.
Cornish Mining World Heritage
The Site consists of the most authentic and historically significant surviving components of the Cornwall and
west Devon mining landscape from the period 1700 to 1914. This cultural landscape is a testament to the
profoundly important process of pioneering metal mining, to its industrialisation, and to the innovations which
occurred here and had fundamental influence on the mining world at large during the nineteenth century.
National Maritime Museum Cornwall [ Discovery Quay, Falmouth ]
The Museum's Collections consist of a range of objects, boats, art, books and archives in support of its
mission to promote an understanding of small boats and their place in people's lives, and of the maritime Heritage of Cornwall.
Pictures of England - Exploring the most Picturesque & Historic parts of England.
A unique website exploring the most beautiful towns, villages and countryside of England with countless photographs of the most beautiful and historically interesting places in England to visit.
The smuggler's Trail
Visit the towns, villages, resorts, bays, coves and caves that tell the story of men who pit their wits and
seamanship against the Commissioners of His/Her Majesty's Customs, the revenue men, pirates and
privateers. The adult will find the history interesting and the child will be exited with the tales, caves, haunts
and locations. The trail covers the coast of the south west of England, UK commencing at Weston-super
-Mare to the north (near Bristol), along the Bristol Channel coast line to Lands End and then along the south coast line to Poole. You will travel through Somerset, Devon, Cornwall and Dorset.
English Heritage
Music, Art & Culture, Events & Entertainment
Cornwall is the homeland of the Cornish people and is also considered one of the six "Celtic nations" by many
residents and scholars. Some inhabitants question the present constitutional status of Cornwall and a self-government movement seeks greater autonomy for the county.
Music of Cornwall
Modern Cornish musicians include the late Brenda Wootton (folksinger in Cornish and English), the Cornish-Breton family band Anao Atao.
Youtube - Cornish National Anthem
Cornish language
Cornish (Kernewek or Kernowek) is a Brythonic Celtic language. See for more Wikipedia.
Cornish-language.org [ Cornish Language Fellowship ]
A Handbook of the Cornish Language, by Henry Jenner [ Cornish eBook ]
Myths & Legends of Cornwall
Penlee House - museum and art gallery in Penzance
Home to a great many paintings by members of the Newlyn School (c.1880 - c.1940). Set in an elegant
Victorian house and park, Penlee House also covers West Cornwall's archaeology and social history, and offers an excellent café and shop.
Culture_of_Cornwall [ Wikipedia ]
Cornishculture.co.uk - online home of Celebrate Kernow
This Cornish Culture Organisation based on participation. With events happening all across Cornwall and
beyond. A.a. Nickanan Night, St Piran's Day, The May Horns, Padstow 'Obby Oss, Helston Furry, Golowan &
Midsummer, Bodmin Riding, Crying the Neck & Guldize, Allantide, Picrous Day, Chewidden Thursday, Tom Bawcock's Eve, Nadelik & Montol.
Newlyn Fish Festival
For a wide selection of Seafood, Cooking Demonstrations, Fish Auctions, Open Vessels, Craft, Art and Trade
stalls together with a full programme of Music and Harbour Entertainments including Gig Racing, Helicopters, The Penlee Lifeboat, great music and much more!
National Trust in Cornwall - Events in Cornwall
Every season brings a whole host of events, activities and inspiration for a day out with the National Trust in Cornwall. Simply choose where, what and when.
Web Portals / Search Engines / Cornwall Directories
CoaST Visitors
CoaST - the Cornwall Sustainable Tourism Project - has been working for some time with tourism businesses
in Cornwall to help make tourism as sustainable as possible - benefitting the environment, the economy and
the people of Cornwall. And now they're working to help you - the visitors - to have a fantastic, low impact holiday that keeps Cornwall as beautiful and healthy as she is now!
Cornwall AONB - Cornwall Area of Natural Beauty
Explore the seperate sections of the Cornwall AONB. Find things to do, places to visit, walks and events and
public transport information : Hartland (Morwenstow and Kilkhampton), Pentire Point to Widemouth, Camel
Estuary, Trevose Head to Stepper Point (Bedruthan to Padstow), St Agnes, Godrevy to Portreath, West
Penwith, South Coast - Western (Lizard and Marazion to Helford River), South Coast - Central (Mylor & the Roseland to Porthpean), South Coast - Eastern (Par Sands to Looe), Rame Head, Bodmin Moor.
Cornwall-online.co.uk
Cornish Hedges - Guild of Cornish Hedgers
Cornwall Wildlife Trust
Yahoo - Cornwall Directories
MSN UK
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