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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Cornwall in July: The Warm Sea and the Long Evenings
July is when the Cornish sea turns swimmable at about 14C, and the first month to lose daylight. Schools break up on 23 July,…
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Cornwall in June: The Longest Days of the Year
June has the longest days of the year at over sixteen hours and the fewest wet days at Camborne, plus the Royal Cornwall Show…
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Cornwall in May: The Sunniest Month, Obby Oss and Flora Day
May is the sunniest and driest month of the Cornish year, and in 2027 it carries Obby Oss on Saturday 1 May and Helston…
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Cornwall in April: Bluebells, Gardens and the Quiet Fortnight
April brings the biggest jump in sunshine of the Cornish year and the end of frost. Easter is in March in 2027, leaving 12-30…
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The Eden Project: Is It Worth It, and How to Do It Properly
An honest look at Cornwall’s most-asked-about attraction: the prices, the winter closures, the walk back up the hill, and the fact your ticket lasts…
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Storm Watching in Cornwall: Where to Go and How to Stay Safe
An Atlantic storm is one of the best things you can see in Cornwall, and the wrong place kills people. Where to go, how…
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Cornwall in March: Daffodils, Magnolias and the Season Turning
March is the first month warmer, drier and sunnier than the last: peak magnolias and daffodils, seabirds back on the cliffs, and Easter early…
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What’s Actually Open in Cornwall Off-Season
What’s actually open in Cornwall between November and March: the attractions and gardens that run all year, the ones that shut, and what to…
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Cosy Cornish Pubs: Where to Find a Real Open Fire
Cornwall’s best winter pubs by area, with every open fire confirmed by the pub itself or by CAMRA, plus which have rooms and which…
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