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MouseholeThis cosy village is awash with myth and legend; it would seem that most fairytales concerning Cornwall feature Mousehole. The Christmas lights here draw people from the four corners. More »
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Trevelyan Farm Shop
Local and organic veg, bread, dairy and whole foods. Look out for the blackboard at the side of the road to see what's new in.
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St Michael's Mount
This local landmark looks like something straight out of a fairytale; a medieval castle perched on top of a little tidal island, complete with cobbled streets and even its own harbour and gardens. At low tide, 'the Mount' can easily be reached on foot from Marazion town by way of a man-made granite causeway. Wait for high tide to take the lazy option and go by ferry. If you've got time to kill while you wait, you can enjoy the view across Mount's Bay with a pint in hand at The Godolphin Arms near the ferry departure point.
www.stmichaelsmount.co.uk
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Porthcurno Beach
Get to the bottom of the hit-and-miss path to Porthcurno, and you’ll feel as though you’ve stumbled into the Mediterranean - steeply shelving powder-fine sand, an almost luminous blue sea and cliffs sheltering you from the sea breezes.
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The Logan Rock Inn
This welcoming, traditional pub takes its name from the nearby legendary rock that sits precariously perched up on the cliffs near Porthcurno. The pretty beer garden and marquee make it an attractive option after a day at one of the nearby beaches. Or warm up in the snug bar area after a wintry walk on the cliffs.
www.staustellbrewery.co.uk/pubs/a-z-of-pubs/196-logan-rock-i
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Carn Euny Ancient Village
Imagine what life was like as an Iron Age villager. Budding archaeologists will love exploring this ancient, yet well-preserved settlement, which is thought to have thrived from the Iron Age until late Roman times. Carn Euny is probably best-known for its well-preserved fogou (Cornish for 'cave'), an underground passageway over 20 metres long. Fogous are intriguing structures and no one really knows what they were used for. Experts say they may have been used for storage, habitation or rituals, but their true purpose remains a mystery. Dare yourself to enter and make your own mind up. To get there, take the A30 past Penzance towards Land's End, turn right at Drift, then left before Sancreed, park at Brane and follow the footpath. Entry is free.
www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.15225
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Marazion Beach
About a mile long, Marazion beach becomes Longrock Beach, then Eastern Green, to make one stretch of sand running from Marazion to Penzance. It's a safe family beach with ample parking and amenities, including a good children's play area on the green next to the beach and some good beachside pubs. At low tide, you can walk across the stone causeway to the impressive island castle of St Micheal's Mount. At high tide a ferry runs between the beach and the island.
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The Crown Inn
Snug little pub tucked away on Bread Street, off Penzance's main Market Jew Street. Friendly staff, good homemade food (try the pizzas) and local ales make it a popular spot for locals. The Sunday roasts are among the best in town, but space is limited, so it's advisable to book.
www.thecrownpenzance.co.uk
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The Dock Inn
Long-standing Penzance drinking establishment down by the harbour. The Dock recently opened a new restaurant and appointed a Jamie-Oliver-trained chef. On the odd occasion you might still catch a traditional sing song by the fire in the bar.
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Mobius Kitesurf School - Marazion
The fairytale island of St Michael's Mount provides a stunning backdrop for kitesurfing at Marazion beach near Penzance. The experienced instructors at Mobius offer kitesurfing tuition at all levels for groups and individuals. Kitesurfing lessons are also available at Pentewan near St Austell and Hayle near St Ives. Try kitebuggying and landboarding at Perranporth near Newquay on Cornwall's north coast where Mobius are based.
www.mobiusonline.co.uk/kiteschool/marazion.html
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Perranuthnoe
The path runs along the coast on the eastern side of Mount’s Bay. Pass the jagged rocks of Cudden Point to Prussia Cove, famous for its rock pools and caves as well as the smuggler John Carter, whose obsession with Frederick the Great, the King of Prussia, led to the naming of the area. Heading west will take you to Marazion.
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The Honey Pot
Tucked just off Penzance's historic Chapel Street, this buzzing little cafe is great for morning coffee with a slice of homemade cake or delicious wholesome lunches. It can get very busy at lunchtimes, so it's worth booking, especially for larger parties.
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The Navy Inn
Located just off Penzance's prom, this small, traditional pub has built a great reputation for its seafood, and has the AA rosettes to prove it.
www.navyinn.co.uk
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The Sea Palace
A good, reliable choice for Chinese food, located near Penzance harbour.
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Mount Haven Restaurant
Chic, yet inviting. Fresh local ingredients are key here - the fish comes from the local fishing port at Newlyn and the meat from a local butcher in St Just - making it easy for the award-winning chefs to work their magic. The Mount Haven was recently awarded a second AA Rosette.
www.mounthaven.co.uk/restaurant.htm
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Penzance
Not quite as firmly on the tourist trail as St Ives, Penzance has real character and is more down to earth. The Jubilee Pool, on the Promenade, is an enormous open-air, Art Deco-style lido, complete with sun terraces and cafe - it’s a great place to while away a sunny afternoon.
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Sukothai
This little restaurant is hidden away on a side street off Chapel Street. Serves decent Thai food at reasonable prices in pleasant surroundings. You can bring your own beer or wine for a small corkage fee. Space is very limited so booking is advisable, especially for larger groups.
www.sukothai.co.uk
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