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Places To Visit in Cornwall
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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
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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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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
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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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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
50.116
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The Eden Project
It hardly needs any introduction…This global garden with its iconic Biomes is home to millions of plants and flowers reflecting the diversity of our planet. Marvel at the largest greenhouse in the world, see internationally-acclaimed architecture and art inspired by nature, or go to a gig at the renowned Eden Sessions. Children can learn about humans' complex relationship with nature in The Core interactive education centre or go free-range and explore trails, hideaways and sandpits. A wide range of cafes and restaurants provide delicious, responsibly-resourced refuelling stops and the shop is crammed full of interesting gift and souvenir ideas. An organic project that just keeps on growing, a visit to The Eden Project is an awe-inspiring experience.
www.edenproject.com
50.359
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Roskilly's
Taste life on a working organic Cornish farm. Walk the ponds, feed the ducks, watch the cows being milked and then indulge with some of the best ice cream in the county.
www.roskillys.co.uk
50.04433
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Trevaskis Farm
Set in 28 acres of beautiful Cornish countryside, Trevaskis Farm has an abundance of fruit and veggies to pick whatever the weather (lots of the crops grow under cover). There's also a restaurant serving nice big healthy portions; their recipes will inspire you with ideas for turning your hand-plucked fruit into mouthwatering treats. Pick up some organic goodies from the well-stocked farm shop before going home to cook up a storm.
www.trevaskisfarm.co.uk
50.19881
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Trebah Garden
There's subtropical lushness around every corner at these stunning gardens on the banks of the Helford River. The views from the 18th Century house across the gardens to the river are not to be missed. Wend your way through camellia groves and chusan palms, woodlands and bamboo; meander alongside pools and streams, giant-leafed gunnera and hydrangeas, to emerge onto Trebah's private beach. Perfect for a swim and a picnic in summer. Not picnic weather? Head to the Planters Cafe (winner of the 2008 Cornwall Tourism Award for Popular Restaurant/Cafe of the Year) or have a browse in the gallery and plant shops. One of Cornwall's, if not England's, finest gardens.
www.trebahgarden.co.uk
50.10354
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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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Glendurgan Garden
A sheltered valley garden bordering the Helford River next door to Trebah. 'A little 'peace' of heaven on earth' is how the Fox family, who donated Glendurgan to the National Trust, described the garden. With fine trees, rare and exotic plants from all over the world, carpets of wild flowers, and stunning spring displays of camellias and magnolias, it is a little slice of peace served up on the banks of the Helford. The Maze and the 'Giant's Stride' rope swing are firm favourites with the kids; the impressive Laurel Maze will baffle and delight all ages.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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Helston Folk Museum
The artefacts here sprawl across two floors and five halls. Well laid out, the museum charts the social history of the area with evocative exhibitions.
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Bodmin Jail
Gruesome entertainment in a spookily atmospheric place. See the gallows, or dare to take the ghost walk and spend the night in the jail - not for the faint hearted! As featured on ITV's 'Most Haunted'.
www.bodminjail.org
50.473
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Cornish Camels
The eight bactrian camels at Rosuick Farm are free to visit and are available for camel treks. There is also an organic cafe, farm shop and a gift shop with local crafts and children's toys. Tractor rides also available. Look out for the peacocks!
cornishcamels.com
50.045
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Lanhydrock House and Gardens
This magnificent house charts life in Victorian times. There are 50 rooms to explore, from the high-Victorian interiors of the family home to the extensive servants' quarters 'below stairs', plus wonderful gardens and a wooded estate to stroll in and an adventure playground for the young ones to let off steam.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-lanhydrock
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Pencarrow
A stately home with magnificent gardens – 50 acres including a sunken Italian garden, a lake and over 700 varieties of rhododendron. In summer plays are staged here.
www.pencarrow.co.uk
50.50655
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Trelowarren
An awe-inspiring Jacobean mansion with its own chapel. Outbuildings have been tastefully converted to create a restaurant and a craft display area. There are also leisure facilities including a swimming pool, children's pool and gym, for which holiday membership is available.
www.trelowarren.com
50.07122
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Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden
The garden and museum preserve the work of one of St Ives' most revered 20th century artists. Sculptor Barbara Hepworth's studio and workshop are kept much as they were when she lived and worked there. Sculptures in bronze, stone and wood are on display, along with paintings, drawings and archive material.
www.tate.org.uk/stives/hepworth
50.212
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 | Geography has bestowed a unique character upon Cornwall - there is just something special about being at the end of the line. Wide sandy beaches, tiny coves, moors, tree-lined estuaries, towering cliffs, with so much variety you're spoilt for choice. |
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