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.
Boats and Ferries
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Aquacab, Falmouth
Aquacab is the Fal Estuary's covenient water-taxi service which picks up and drops off at many points in and around Truro, Falmouth and St Mawes.
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Atlantic Diver, Newquay
Family-run Atlantic Diver operate a superfast catamaran out of Newquay harbour.
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Cornwall Power Cruises, Falmouth
Cornwall Power Cruises offer luxury skippered cruises from their base at Falmouth.
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Divewright Services, based at Hayle
Divewright Services offer scenic tours of the north Cornish coast on board San Pablo III, a fully equipped 33 foot Aquabell, based at Hayle.
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Elemental Tours, Land's End
Elemental Tours offer wildlife, ocean and coastal cruises around Land's End and the Lizard Peninsula, onboard their 12-seater RIB.
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Enterprise Boats, linking Falmouth and Truro
Enterprise Boats run boat trips along the River Fal from Falmouth and St Mawes to Truro and Malpas.
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Falmouth Park and Float, Falmouth
Based on the same principle as 'Park and Ride' systems, Falmouth 'Park and Float' provides the chance to leave your car outside of the main town and enjoy a more relaxing journey into the town centre.
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Fowey Marine Adventures, Fowey
Fowey Marine Adventures offer boat trips and cruises along the coast of South East Cornwall, a Designated Area of Exceptionally Fine Scenic Quality.
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Helford and Garden Ferry, the Helford River
This little passenger ferry connects Trebah and Glendurgan Gardens, running between Helford Village and Helford Passage.
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Helford River Boats, near Falmouth
Helford River Boats at Mawnan Smith near Falmouth hire out day boats (for up to 6 people) and sports kayaks.
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K&S Cruises, Falmouth
K&S Cruises offer cruises of the River Fal throughout the year.
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King Harry Ferry, between Truro and the Roseland Peninsula
The King Harry Ferry connects Truro and Feock with St Mawes and the Roseland Peninsula.
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Loe Beach Watersports Centre, Truro
Loe Beach Watersports Centre hires out motor boats, day sail boats, sailing dinghies, kayaks and windsurf equipment.
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Marine Discovery, Penzance
Marine Discovery Penzance offer sea safari boat trips from Penzance harbour aboard their jet RIB 'Shearwater'.
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Mermaid Pleasure Trips, based in Penzance
Mermaid Pleasure Trips is a family-run business based in Penzance.
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Mevagissey to Fowey Passenger Ferry
This passenger ferry goes between two of Cornwall's most picturesque ports, Fowey and Mevagissey.
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Mylor Boat Hire, near Falmouth
Mylor Boat Hire near Falmouth have boats for everyone, including family motorboats, sailing boats, dinghies, launches and punts.
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Newmans Cruises, Truro
Newmans Cruises operate traditional wooden ferries between Falmouth, Tolverne and Trelissick.
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Orca Sea Safaris, Falmouth
Orca Sea Safaris offer wildlife watching and coastal boat trips from their base in Falmouth.
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Sailaway, St Anthony
Sailaway hire out diesel launches - suitable for larger families and for fishing out in Falmouth Bay - and outboard motorboats, which are more suitable for sailing around the smaller coves.
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South West RIB Charter, based in Plymouth
South West RIB Charter are specialists in skippered and bareboat RIB hire.
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St Mawes Ferry Company, Feock
St Mawes Ferry Company run ferries between St Mawes and Falmouth.
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St Mawes to Place Ferryboat
This ferry operates a regular, half-hourly service between St Mawes and Place Creek on the Roseland Peninsula, between Easter and October each year.
