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Find inspired ideas and the best secret tips for a truly memorable holiday in Cornwall. Take a look through our insider’s guide…

View from the deck at Parker's Place, a self-catering holiday home in Polzeath, North Cornwall

Top 10 reasons to stay at Parker’s Place

Top 10 reasons to stay at Parker’s Place

This brand-new coastal retreat comes complete with magnificent sea views, a bubbling hot tub and sumptuous interiors, all right above the golden sands of Polzeath beach. We countdown our top 10 reasons to stay at Parker's Place.

The 2019 bucket list

The 2019 bucket list

Make 2019 a year to remember and be inspired with our Cornish bucket list with a North coast twist.

Pampas grass wreath on the doorway at Carn Mar, a self-catering holiday home in Polzeath, North Cornwall

These are a few of our favourite things (for a Christmas on the coast)

These are a few of our favourite things (for a Christmas on the coast)

Snowflakes on beaches and lights strung on harbours. Wreaths hung on doorways and warm cups of cocoa. Flames flickering in fireplaces and bubbles in glasses. These are a few of our favourite things (ten to be exact) that make the perfect Christmas on the Cornish coast.

Supporting the Cornwall Air Ambulance

Supporting the Cornwall Air Ambulance

Cornwall Air Ambulance saves the lives of residents and visitors every day. We’re part of the mission to bring the next-generation air ambulance to Cornwall by April 2020.

Santa by steam

Santa by steam

Cornwall's answer to the Polar Express - Santa by Steam is a magical train journey through the Cornish countryside complete with the railway elves and Santa himself. Throughout December, climb aboard the traditional steam train and experience the nostalgia of the bygone era.

Group on Polzeath beach

Top 10 properties for New Year

Top 10 properties for New Year

After the indulgence of Christmas, head to the coast to take in the fresh sea-salted air, stretch your legs or simply carry on the celebrations. Whether you are looking for somewhere for the whole family or hoping to steal away for a romantic rendezvous, take a look at our handpicked properties for a New Year getaway.
Nicole Heidaripour, North Cornwall based illustrator

Windswept trees with Nicole Heidaripour

Windswept trees with Nicole Heidaripour

We catch up with our favourite local illustrator, Nicole Heidaripour, to find out more about her beautiful illustrations, what inspires her and her connection with the North Cornish coast.
Lantern parade at Padstow Christmas Festival

Our top reasons to visit the Padstow Christmas Festival

Our top reasons to visit the Padstow Christmas Festival

Running from 06 to 09 December, the Padstow Christmas Festival is a wonderfully festive event. Now in its 11th year the festival has grown to become a weekend full of live music, chef demonstrations and Cornwall's finest food and drink. Here we count down our top reasons to visit.

The Truro City of Lights Parade 2018 in Cornwall

The City of Lights

The City of Lights

Each year the cobbled streets of Cornwall's capital come alive with the hum of excitable school children and aglow with an array of fantastically creative lanterns for the annual Truro City of Lights parade. Here are our highlights.
Baby Bay, a beach next to Polzeath in North Cornwall

Hidden places - Baby Bay

Hidden places - Baby Bay

As the name suggests Baby Bay is so small and cute you could just put it in your pocket! For a change of tempo from the hustle, bustle and surfer vibes of the main beach, Baby Bay is a beacon of tranquillity and undiscovered by many. Here are our top reasons to visit Baby Bay.

Where to see the Christmas lights in Cornwall

Where to see the Christmas lights in Cornwall

The twinkling of Christmas lights reflecting off the water is sure to get you in the festive spirit. We pick our top 5 places in Cornwall to see the Christmas lights this festive season.

Our favourite Christmas activities

Our favourite Christmas activities

Wrap up warm in hats and scarves and discover North Cornwall's Christmas activities this December. From creating your own wreath to visiting Santa's grotto, we guide you through our favourite Christmas activities that are sure to get you in the festive spirit.

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