Generation Cornwall: A Journey Through Landscapes and Legends
A vibrant homage to Cornwall, blending the rich tapestry of its landscapes, heritage, and cultural narratives with the personal adventures and reflections of a family deeply rooted in its charm.
From coastal walks and hidden coves to pasties, myths and the best places to stay — every guide here is written from a lifetime of real Cornish family adventures, in every season and every kind of weather.
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Are Cornwall’s Coastal Towns Dead in Winter?
Which Cornish coastal towns stay alive out of season and which empty out, the second-home data behind it, and what actually closes in winter.
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St Michael’s Mount: The Saturday Rule and Winter Access
The Mount closes every Saturday and the castle shuts all winter, but the village, harbour and cafe are free. Causeway times, costs and what…
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New Year’s Eve in Cornwall: St Ives, Fireworks, Fancy Dress
Where to spend New Year’s Eve in Cornwall: the St Ives fancy dress night, 6pm family fireworks in Looe and Truro, and how to…
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Padstow Christmas Fayre 2026: Dates, Parking, What’s On
The Padstow Christmas Fayre runs 3-6 December 2026, free to attend. The programme, the date confusion on the official site, and how to solve…
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Surf Therapy: The Cornish Idea That Went National
Surf therapy began at Watergate Bay in 2010, funded by the NHS in Cornwall. What it is, what the evidence says, and how to…
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Wellbeing Retreats in Cornwall: What You Are Booking
A retreat is not a spa break. What Cornish retreats actually include, the six things to pin down before paying, and what they really…
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Dinner for Two in Cornwall: Booking, Seasons, Seafood
How Cornish dining really works for a couple: what to book and when, what to order, and the winter closures that catch people out.
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Cornish B&Bs and Inns With Rooms: What to Check
Why a B&B beats a cottage for a short Cornish trip, how to read the stars, and the seven things to check before booking…
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Campervans in Cornwall: Overnight Rules and the Lanes
Where you can legally stay overnight in a van in Cornwall, the ten designated car parks, and why the lanes matter more than the…
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