England

Cornwall

The southwest’s wild Celtic kingdom

Wild, beautiful, creative and rural, Cornwall really is the stuff of legends. Historically a land of ancient myths and Celtic culture, today Cornwall is the perfect holiday idyll. A proudly unique and independent spirit is nurtured within this south-westerly peninsula, which is fringed with mighty sea cliffs, quaint harbour towns, beautiful bays and stunning beaches. Inland, the wild and woody interior conceals magical gardens and innovative projects, and the lovely towns are a treasure trove of excellent seafood restaurants, vibrant cafés and crafty souvenir shops.

THE COASTAL CHARMS OF CORNWALL

Bountiful gardens, artistic havens & picturesque ports

  • Lanhydrock (NT) – a fine estate with glorious gardens
  • The Lost Gardens of Heligan – explore the flourishing flora of this once-forgotten estate
  • St Ives – the idyllic Cornish harbour town, an artistic haven
  • Falmouth – a beautiful harbour town surrounded by natural beauty
  • Trelissick (NT) – take the ferry from Falmouth to visit this grand mansion with picturesque grounds
  • Knightshayes (NT) – a quirky, Gothic Revival property in a lovely estate
  • Executive coach travel from your choice of pick up points
  • 4 nights half board accommodation

From £599
per person

based on two sharing in a twin/double room, with a minimum of 35 passengers travelling in a specific month

Best time to go

April, May, June, September, October

Suggested Hotel

Esplanade Hotel, Newquay

  • Spectacular sea views from the lounge and restaurant
  • Perfect base for touring Cornwall
  • Comfortable and modern rooms
  • Great leisure facilities including indoor pool, Jacuzzi & sauna
  • Contemporary & relaxing hotel

Not the hotel for your group? Other hotels are available, contact us.

Attractions:

  • Lanhydrock (NT)
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    A magnificent, high-Victorian manor house, Lanhydrock is perhaps the finest estate in Cornwall. Offering a fascinating glimpse into the lives of its former inhabitants, the house has extensive servants’ quarters which contrast with the elegance and comfort of the family rooms, and a dramatic history to discover. Outside, the wonderful gardens offer year-round colour and beautiful herbaceous borders, and the wider estate has tranquil woodland to explore.

  • Lost Gardens of Heligan
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    Once a grand 19th century estate, the gardens here were forgotten after WWI and a tangle of weeds and brambles took over. However, following a chance rediscovery of a door in the ruins, the gardens have been lovingly restored in true secret garden style, and now form a horticultural wonder. With a network of historic pathways winding through formal lawns, twisted rhododendrons, mysterious grottos, and exuberant jungle, the Lost Gardens of Heligan are a magical and romantic delight.

  • St Ives
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    With its golden bays, colourful fishing boats and sparkling harbour, St Ives is iconically Cornish. The dreamy views and white sands have long been admired, but since the 1920s St Ives has become renowned for its modern art scene, providing a muse to abstract sculptor Barbara Hepworth and British potter Bernard Leach, amongst many others. Today, St Ives is home to one of the Tate galleries – a striking beachside exhibition space – and many studios and workshops can be found amongst the shops, restaurants and cafés of this vibrant & creative town.

  • Falmouth
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    The thriving harbour town of Falmouth has a creative buzz, an interesting maritime heritage and is beautifully situated. Surrounded by Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it’s a wonderful place to take a boat trip, visit a contemporary art gallery, or sit in a café enjoying the coastal views. Falmouth’s maritime museum traces the important role this town played in global trade during centuries past, thanks to its unusually deep natural harbour.

  • Trelissick (NT)
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    This grand, neo-Palladian mansion is set on its own peninsula amongst gardens and lovely woodland. Overlooking the picturesque Fal estuary, the exotic plants and herbaceous borders dapple the garden with bursts of colour, and the estate’s wooded borders drop down to the water’s edge. Inside, the house is lavishly decorated, and Trelissick also has its own renowned art gallery.

  • Knightshayes (NT)

    The grand estate of Knightshayes is a Gothic Revival vision in the Devon countryside. The quirky and lavish mansion has much to explore, and the grounds have fine and varied collections of plants.

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Team Comments:

“I defy anyone to not love Cornwall, the coastline and beautiful beaches alone are simply stunning. Wonderful harbour towns add to its appeal.” (Jackie)

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