Cornwall England

Wow, beautiful Cornwall with its dramatic Southwest Coast Path, beautiful secluded beaches and quintessentially fishing villages. I like you a lot. And if you have read Raynor Winn's books then maybe you will also be sold on this beautiful part of England.

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Villages Cornwall

Mevagissey Cornwall

Mevagissey is a quaint coastal village in South Cornwall. This fishing village with its narrow alleyways, cute flower-adorned cottages has remained largely unchanged since the days when it thrived on the sea and fishmongers business. The old streets and the Mevagissey harbour still breath the heyday of the fishing industry, while the seagulls circle above your head.

Mousehole Cornwall

Oh so touristy, cute little seaside village Mousehole. Like any of the other Cornwall seaside village, Mousehole has a lot of cute cottages and perhaps longs for the bygone days of the fish trade. Stroll around the charming harbour, watch the boats, and take in the stunning South West Coast Path views.

Port Isaac Cornwall

Another picturesque village in Cornwall. Port Isaac is famous for featuring as Portwenn village in the TV series Doc Martin. And thats noticeable with tourists flocking around. Make sure to eat a traditionally Cornish pastry. Port Isaac and Padstow are both en route of the North Coast Cruisrer in Cornwall with its start and end point from Bude to Newquay.

Padstow Cornwall

Padstow, a charming fishing village on the north coast of Cornwall, is renowned for its culinary scene, particularly the seafood restaurants owned by celebrity chef Rick Stein. Rick Stein has taken over the village to say it blund with various shops and cafes too. The town also offers beautiful coastal walks, historic buildings, and a bustling harbour, making it a popular destination for food lovers and tourists alike. Padstow and Port Isaac both en route of the North Coast Cruisrer in Cornwall with its start and end point from Bude to Newquay.

St Agnes Cornwall

St Agnes, a picturesque village on the north coast of Cornwall, is celebrated for its stunning coastal scenery and rich mining heritage. The village offers a blend of beautiful beaches, rugged cliffs, and a vibrant community with a variety of local shops, cafes, and historic sites.

St Ives Cornwall

St Ives, a picturesque seaside town in Cornwall, is renowned for its stunning beaches, vibrant art scene, and the famous Tate St Ives Gallery and the Barbara Hepworth Museum. Its narrow, cobbled streets are lined with charming shops, galleries, and cafes, making it a popular destination for tourists and artists alike. We had a lovely breakfast at the populair

Porthminster Beach Cafe with beautiful sea views.

South West Coast Path Cornwall

The famous South West Coast Path in Cornwall is 630 miles (1,014 kilometers) long. It runs from Minehead in Somerset, along the coasts of Devon and Cornwall, to Poole Harbour in Dorset. As the longest National Trail in the UK, it provides a spectacular long-distance walking trail offering breathtaking coastal scenery, diverse wildlife, sandy beaches, dramatic cliffs and charming villages. We only hiked little parts of it and saw Land's End and the Lizard Peninsula.

Land's End - The most westerly point of mainland England, Land's End offers dramatic cliffs, stunning sea views, and iconic landmarks like the Land's End signpost.

The Lizard Peninsula - The UK's most southerly point, this area is known for its rare flora and fauna, dramatic cliffs, and beautiful beaches like Kynance Cove, a beautiful beach.

Minack Theatre - The unique Minack Theatre, an open-air theatre carved into the cliffs with stunning sea views.

St Michael's Mount - Near Penzance, this iconic tidal island features a medieval castle and church. The path offers stunning views of the island. At low tide, you can walk across the causeway that links St Michael's Mount to the mainland. During high tide, when the causeway is covered, you can take a small boat or ferry from Marazion to the island.

Beaches Cornwall

Cornwall has beautiful beaches, somet with very turqoise water and white sand beaches, other more private or family oriented. And if you love to surf Cornwall is your destination!

Kynance Cove - Located on the Lizard Peninsula, Kynance Cove is famous for its turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, and dramatic rock formations.

Sennen Cove - Near Land's End, Sennen Cove is a beautiful sandy beach with great surfing conditions. The charming village and clear waters make it a favourite among locals and tourists. Visit the Apple Tree Cafe.

Watergate Bay -Just north of the village Newquay, Watergate Bay is a two-mile stretch of golden sand known for its excellent surfing conditions. It also has a variety of beachside cafes and restaurants. Populair.