Things to do in Cornwall
Our handy guide to Cornwall will help you make the most of your holiday
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There are many great things to do in Cornwall. To help you plan your holiday, simply choose an activity from the drop down menu, then select an area. From dog friendly beaches to restaurants this handy guide to Cornwall will help you make the most of your stay.
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If you are looking for a guide to Cornwall, you are in the right place. This site is your guide to beaches, gardens, places to eat and the best attractions in Cornwall. The site is being developed as an aid for visitors to Cornwall and is a resource for guests with useful information on staying in Cornwall. We will continue to add to this Cornwall guide so that your stay in Cornwall is as enjoyable as possible. Running in conjunction with the website, all Cornish Cottage Holidays guests will receive a Stay card prior to their holiday. This card will entitle them to discounts for many of the region's top attractions.
Towns and Villages
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Charlestown
The harbour village of Charlestown was a Georgian 'new town', developed by local landowner Charles Rashleigh between 1790 and 1810 - hence its name.
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Fowey
Fowey is a small but busy port and natural harbour.
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Kingsand and Cawsand
The little fishing villages of Kingsand and Cawsand have been unspoilt by time, their narrow streets bustling with cottages, shops and pubs.
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Looe
Looe, separated by Looe River into East and West Looe, is a major fishing port and has a busy fish market.
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Lostwithiel
Lostwithiel is centrally located between coast and moorland - just 6 miles east of the Eden Project and 5 miles from Fowey, it is an ideal base location for exploring.
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Mevagissey
Mevagissey is a pretty little fishing village which was once the centre of Cornwall's pilchard fishing industry.
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Par
Par is located on the edge of a part of Cornwall known as Clay Country.
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Polperro
Polperro is a tiny but beautiful harbour just south of Looe.
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Saltash
Located on the west bank of the River Tamar, Saltash is an ideal base for those wishing to explore both Cornwall and Devon.
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St Austell
Up until the mid-eighteenth century, St Austell was nothing more than a small cluster of houses and a church.
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Torpoint
Torpoint is located on a peninsula, just across the River Tamar from Plymouth.
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Trewoon
Trewoon is a village just outside St Austell.
