I’ve been contemplating writing this post for over a year.
Cornwall is one of my favourite places in the world, I have a spot on the cliff
between Mawgan Porth and Bedruthen Steps where I can sit and watch the sun go
down. The seagulls all sleep in the cliff edge near by and so you get to watch
them fly across a sun set sky. The sound of the ocean is all you can here and
on a warm evening, it is the best way to spend an evening.
Cornwall has so many beautiful spots to visit, compiling a
list is a pretty hard feat but, here are my recommendations of places to see,
things to do and spots that will leave you feeling like you’ve finally stepped
out of the fast lane of life and truly slowed down, even for just a day.
Bedruthen Steps
ButterMilk Fudge Shop, Padstow
This is a very specific mention. Fudge made up my childhood
but there is one place that trumps everywhere else in Cornwall. Don’t try and
challenge me on this, I have a VERY strong fudge opinion and ButterMilk is
Queen. The fudge shop has a tiny front and you have to go down a small alley to
get through the front door. You’ll know you’ve arrived by the queue which can
often extend out the door. Enter the fudge shop and you’ll see slabs of varying
flavours from dark chocolate and mint to honeycombe and everything in between.
I would highly recommend, trying their tablet fudge, its very different to your
standard fudge but it’s by far the most addictive fudge out there. Should you
love it so much, they are even online now! YUM
Seal Sanctuary
Should you be a wildlife lover you could head to Newquay but
instead, I would highly recommend you visit the Seal Sanctuary. You may not get
to see as many animals but you do get to see A LOT of seals. Alongside seeing
the seals during their rehabilitation, you are helping to fund the seal release
program, ensuring that when ever possible these creatures can be returned to
their natural habitat. Here’s to helping getting wildlife back out in their
natural habitat!
Boardmasters Festival, Watergate Bay, August 7th-11th
Boardmasters is a festival with a difference, its found a
way to combine surfing, scating, wellbeing and music into a weekend located at
two of the best beaches in Cornwall. The festival held just above Watergate Bay
means impressive views on a daily basis. Pair this with beach parties and DJ
experiences playing into the early hours of the morning and you’re left with
something really unique. Want to go for a reduced rate? You can even sign up to
be a sustainability volunteer, encouraging people to recycle and love their
planet.
Lanhydrock House
Cornwall is more than just beautiful beaches and picturesque
harbour towns, there are plenty of impressive sites in land to. This year I
finally got around to visiting Lanhydrock House and it didn't disappoint. The huge national trust property is highly impressive, you
can truly get lost in the grounds for hours. Whether you want to wander through
the extensive rooms in the house or picnic in some of the fields it’s a
different way to spend a day in the county and one I would highly recommend.
For me, stately homes offer a magical escape. You have the ability to get lost
in history and pretend to live an era that existed way before I was born.
Watergate Bay
You might have guessed that I have a thing for the area around Mawgan Porth. I maybe slightly bias but I can also confirm that the beaches still take my breath away. Watergate Bay is known for being a fantastic surf spot and a great place if you want to try out lessons. If you're just calling through though, I'd recommend stopping in at the Watergate Bay Hotel. The balcony has a fantastic sweeping view around the front which overlooks the beach. Sunset from that location is pretty special to!The Eden Project
This one is for those who are nature lovers. The Eden Project is effectively pockets of habitat from other areas of the world. If you love nature and experiencing plants its not to be missed. If you're not a garden lover, this probably wont be high up your list. The buildings themselves are seriously impressive though and with so much to see/ even if you just want to wander and relax, it's a great place to do so. If music's more your thing, the venue also holds concerts which is a perfect way to immerse yourself in an incredible venue whilst not having to spend to much time looking a plants.There is so many more incredible places to uncover in the county but one thing that you cant experience anywhere else is the feeling of slowing down. The moment to pause and take in your location to feel you heart rate return to normal and for just that small moment, be completely at peace with the world around you!
Where are you favourite places to visit in Cornwall?
Love
Erin
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