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Minack Theatre
The Cornish theatre with real ‘wow’ factor is the Minack. Perched on the cliffs at Porthcurno, the Minack is an open-air theatre-in-the-round – and a triumph of vision over reality.
www.minack.com
50.04213
-5.654886
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50.207
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Quayside Fish
This award-winning fishmonger in the old Cornish fishing port of Porthleven plies its trade like an artisan. Lobsters, crabs, scallops, mussels, oysters: everything on offer here is fresh, local and sustainable. Look for the giant swordfish sign.
www.quaysidefish.co.uk
50.08472
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Sennen
Sennen is the most westerly village in England, and the Blue Flag Whitesand Bay is a mile long stretch of golden sand, with plenty of rock pools at low tide. Small boats still fish from the cove using traditional lobster pots and handlines. If you're lucky you might be able to pick up some handline caught bass or mackerel fresh off the boat.
50.079
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50.058
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Cornish Rock Tors
Climbing, coasteering, kayaking and power boating in Polzeath north Cornwall. The north Cornish coast is a playground for adventure enthusiasts, with a stunning coastline and plentiful wildlife. Cornish Rock Tors provides world-class outdoor experiences in climbing, coasteering, kayaking and power boating for complete beginners to seasoned adrenaline junkies.
www.cornishrocktors.com
50.57313
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50.494
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Godrevy Cafe
Chilled out cafe in amongst the dunes at Godrevy Lighthouse National Trust car park. Bright and breezy with great views across the bay to St Ives from the deck and big plates of really fresh, imaginative food - try the Mediterranean mezze.
50.23
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Jelberts Ices
Jelberts has resisted the temptation to expand and remains a one-off, niche product - probably the nearest thing to homemade ice cream that you can buy in Cornwall. Based in Newlyn, it grew out of a dairy business run by Jim Glover's grandfather before the Second World War, which delivered local milk and other dairy products in and around the town. Relish Jelberts' ice cream while you can: Jim Glover may be the last generation to run this business. Open Easter - October.
50.107
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St Kew Inn
This 15th Century village pub was once home to the masons and craftsmen who constructed the nearby church of St James the Great. Today, you will find a welcoming bar and restaurant, with blazing fire in the winter, and a large beer garden for those balmy Cornish summer evenings. Look out for the resident ghost.
www.stkewinn.co.uk
50.558
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The Lizard to Kynance
Start in the Lizard village and go past Pentreath Cove, a locals' surfing spot, and Lion Rock, across Lizard Downs and down into Kynance Cove. Enjoy the beach - there is a cafe here for refreshments and then go up the cliff on the other side to do a big loop of the nature reserve. You will pass some ancient settlements and highland cattle and then go back towards the Lizard following the raised footpath across the fields. You can finish with one of Ann’s famous pasties on the green.
49.968
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50.077
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2 Fore Street
Chic and stylish, 2 Fore Street is a French bistro-style restaurant. Sitting on Mousehole harbour-front it has views across Mount's Bay as far as Lizard point. The menu makes the most of fresh local produce with classic old fashioned fish and chips, homemade burgers with Cornish Blue cheese, locally caught mackerel smoked in-house, simple salads and toasted homemade bread.
After your meal, you can relax in the beautiful secluded garden.
www.2forestreet.co.uk
50.08261
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50.015
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50.179
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Blue Tomato
A very smart eatery with panoramic views out to sea and an excellent seafood menu.
50.593
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Bodmin & Wenford Railway
The Bodmin & Wenford Railway is a Standard Gauge Railway that operates mainly steam locomotives in the Duchy of Cornwall.
Enjoy a 13 mile round trip on this steeply graded line through the beautiful countryside. The main station on the line is at Bodmin General. Boscarne Junction provides a direct link with the Camel Trail (bicycles can be taken on the train). Bodmin Parkway station is on the main rail ...
www.bodminandwenfordrailway.co.uk
50.461
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50.554
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50.581
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50.022
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50.383
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Falmouth
Historically one of Britain’s most vital ports, now home to the National Maritime Museum. Falmouth is a thriving resort (check out the flash yachts in the harbour), a rich centre for art, including one of the country’s best art schools, and a great collection of beaches.
50.153
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Global Boarders Surf Vacations and Surf Experiences
Global Boarders Surf Vacations, the first carbon neutral, eco friendly UK surf school and surfing holiday company in Cornwall specialising in luxury surfing holidays, corporate surf trips and family surfing holidays in Cornwall. They stole the show at the Cornwall Tourism Awards 2008/09, bagging Gold in Leisure Experience of the Year and Silver in Sustainability, as well as the Winner of Winners Award.10% discount for Classic Cottages customers.
www.globalboarders.com
50.123
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Godrevy
Godrevy is a locality in far west Cornwall with high cliffs, sheltered coves and sandy beaches. With The National Trust owning all of the land from Godrevy to Navax Point there are plenty of walks where seals, guillemots, razorbills and fulmars are a common sight.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-godrevy
50.238
-5.393
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50.058
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Harlyn Surf School
This friendly surf school near Padstow offers lessons in surfing, paddleboarding, sea kayaking and coasteering. The sheltered, safe location makes it ideal for introducing families, individuals and groups to a variety of water activities. Private and group lessons for beginners, improvers and developers are available. Tipped by The Sunday Times to be building a reputation as 'the best surf school on the North Cornish Coast'.
www.harlynsurfschool.co.uk
50.53638
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Jubilee Pool
This distinctive open air pool sits on Penzance's prom, enjoying stunning views across Mount's Bay. The Art Deco-style lido, complete with sun terraces and a cafe, is lifeguarded and open from May to September.
www.jubileepool.co.uk
50.11433
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Miss Peapod's Kitchen Cafe
A funky, independent cafe with excellent eco credentials and a delicious, wholesome menu. Miss Peapod's is situated right on the water at Penryn wharf. Sit out on the deck and watch the boats go by, or lounge inside on the retro sofas and enjoy the laid-back atmosphere. Miss Peapod's won a well-deserved gold in Cornwall Tourism's cafe of the year awards, 2009. If you're looking for something for the weekend, Miss Peapod's is open for evening meals on Fridays and hosts live music on Saturdays.
www.misspeapod.co.uk
50.1672
-5.098516
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Mousehole to Lamorna
Take the South West Coast Path from Mousehole harbour to the lovely cove at Lamorna. Follow the coast path signs with the sea on your left. The path hugs the coast, with opportunities for bird watching and terraces can still be seen where early daffodils were once grown for the London market. Go in April to see wild daffodils in flower. You can return by the same route or follow the signs inland from Lamorna harbour which will bring you back into Mousehole behind the bird hospital and down the hill back to the harbour.
www.cornwallinfocus.co.uk/walking/mouzel.php
50.083
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50.071
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50.541
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Oliver's
A combination of great food and a friendly, unpretentious setting make Oliver's one of Falmouth's most popular restaurants; booking is recommended.
50.156
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Polpeor Cove
This tiny cove next to the Lizard Point was home to the Lizard's first Lifeboat station.
49.959
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Polzeath Beach
Park right on the beach (be careful of the tides), stumble out of the car - and you’re on one of Cornwall’s finest surfing beaches. Shops, ice cream parlours and cafes tumble haphazardly towards the beach.
50.576
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Port Gaverne Cove
Due to its sheltered nature this narrow cove is very safe for children offering a small sandy beach with rock pools to explore at low tide. In a peaceful beach-front village around the headland of Port Isaac, the beach is overlooked by high cliffs on either side with amenities close to hand.
50.593
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50.592
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Port Isaac
You might well recognise some of Port Isaac’s winding lanes and its harbour; the port has long been a star of both the big and small screens, most notably in ‘Doc Martin’ and ‘Saving Grace’. This is Cornwall at its most quaint with streets so steep and narrow that in many places cars simply don’t fit. For a great meal of fresh fish landed at Port Isaac’s harbour, the Edge Restaurant is a brilliant choice and somehow those panoramic views out to sea from the tables add to the flavour.
50.591
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50.592
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50.591
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