Places to see in Cornwall

Falmouth

Located at the entrance to the third largest natural harbour in the world, Falmouth’s strategic location led to the town being established as one of the most important ports in the UK. Today, the town retains its maritime importance. The town has a creative buzz with many art galleries and venues showcasing independent films and live bands. During the day you can visit the waterfront villages up and down the estuary aboard one of the many ferries that leave from the harbour and when the sun goes down join locals and visitors alike who head for the lively seafood restaurants, bars and pubs.

Falmouth is framed by Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs) along the Helford and Fal Rivers and Roseland Peninsula, located on the outstanding South West Coast Path, a magnet for walkers, picnickers and families alike. Falmouth also has four beautiful beaches.

St Ives

Art galleries, beaches, cafes, pubs and easily accessible by train. Well worth a visit.

Marazion

Marazion is the gateway to St Michaels Mount, a beautiful castle within easy walk of the beach at low tide. Great beach and easily accessible.

Polperro

A tiny old fishing village full out tiny fishermans houses. A really classic Cornish village. An old famous smugglers haven, its a really great place to see.

Fowey/Polruan

These two places are just opposite each other straddling the Fowey river. Both beautiful towns, great locations for walks as well as great watersports.

Mousehole

One of Cornwalls most picturesque hamlets, Mousehole is famous for its tiny harbour. There is a popular childrens book written about it called ‘The Mousehole Cat’. Parking is very limited so you’ll need to park on the outskirts and walk in.

Mevagissey

A old distinctive harbour still serves as a busy fishing village today. Named after 2 Irish saints St Meva and St Issey, the village dates back to 1313. Great sea food. Location is fantastic with easy access to the Pentewan walking trail.

Charlestown

With a tiny dock, this working port still exports China clay. There is a famous collection of old ships and the town has been preserved to look as it did 200 years ago. Commonly used as a film location, Charlestown is well worth a visit.

Things to do in Cornwall – The Great Outdoors

The Cornish coast covers 80% of the county and at 422 miles long, presents some fantastic walking.

The South West Coastal path follows the coast line all the way around the county and is well worth seeing. You will find some tiny coves, secret beaches, old fishing villages and abandoned tin mines and above all, some incredible views.

Apart from the coastal path, we have some incredible public gardens that are well worth a visit;

The Eden Project 

Located outside St Austell, this is a really great day out, especially with kids. Made of of 2 main biomes, it houses plants and exhibitions from all over the world. Well worth a visit.

W – www.edenproject.com/‎

The Lost Gardens of Helligan

Located in Heligan, the seat of the Tremayne family, these gardens were ‘lost’ after they fell into dissrepair when the groundsmen were sent to fight in the Great War. Discovered again in 1990, they have been restored to their former glory. A truly beautiful place.

W – http://heligan.com/

Trebah Gardens

My favourite place as a kid. A beautiful garden and beach its rated in the top 80 gardens in the world.

W – http://www.trebahgarden.co.uk/

Things to do in Cornwall – Pubs

Cornwall has so many great pubs that you cant really go wrong. There are 3 large breweries in Cornwall; St Austell, Skinners and Sharps. Here are 10 recommendations;

Pandoras Inn, Mylor
This 12 Century pub is our family favourite. You cant really beat the location and views. Its right on Restronguet creek in Mylor and even has its over jetty to dock your boat, depending on how you are travelling! Named after the boat that was sent to chase HMS Bounty after the mutiny, it is hand down a must see. Parking is a nightmare but its work the hassle. Booking is necessary. W – http://www.pandorainn.com/‎  T – +44 1326 372678

The Driftwood Spars, St Agnes
You often have to choose between great beer and a great view, but the Driftwood Spars does both. It’s a fabulous old, multi-room building with its own brewery, overlooking a beautiful secluded cove. A must visit. http://www.driftwoodspars.co.uk/‎

Star Inn, Crowlas (Penzance)
The on-site brewery produces clean, precise and characterful real ales; both those and guest beers, usually from up north, are perfectly kept. The Landlord, Pete Elvin, brews his own stuff, but it’s also your best chance of getting non-Cornish beers in Cornwall. starcrowlas.blogspot.com/‎

The Front, Falmouth
Friendly staff, great range of ales and cider, bring your own food — what’s not to like?

The Dock Inn, Penzance
One of the few places you can get Spingo (very strong Cornish brewed beer) other than at the Blue Anchor, often in better condition than on their home turf. Friendly welcome and good food, too. http://www.dockinn.net/

The Blue Anchor, Helston
The beers brewed on site might be an acquired taste, tending towards West Country sweetness; this is nonetheless a Cornish institution, and a truly characterful pub. http://www.spingoales.com/‎

The Watering Hole, Perranporth
The beer is by nothing to write home about but this is a pub on a beach. Not overlooking a beach, or near a beach — on a beach, with tables on the yellow sand. The pub feels so unusual and relaxed. http://www.the-wateringhole.co.uk/‎

Logan Rock Inn, Treen
A St Austell Breweries managed pub selling almost the full range; cosy in bad weather, with a bona fide beer garden for nicer days. A good place around which to plan coastal walks. http://www.theloganrock.co.uk/‎

Old Ale House, Truro
Recently taken over by Skinner’s (another Cornish brewery), this is the place to try their beers and stand a chance of enjoying them. It’s a nice cosy pub with some lovely old furnishings. Free peanuts too. http://www.oahtruro.com/

Hand Bar, Falmouth
Cornwall’s only craft beer bar. Classics from USA and Belgium are supplemented with occasional specials.

St Austell Brewery Visitor Centre, St Austell
The obvious place to try St Austell beers, which occasionally offers the opportunity to try Roger Ryman’s experimental brews. For best results, go on a Friday afternoon when the staff knock off: there’s a great buzz and you might get to discuss your pint with the people who made it. http://www.staustellbrewery.co.uk/

Things to do in Cornwall – Beaches

Cornwall is one of the most beautiful areas in the UK. Located in the far South West of England, it is a popular tourist destination and has plenty to keep you busy.

Here are a few ideas that will allow you to see everything this beautiful county has to offer!

Beaches

Cornwall has some incredibly beautiful beaches for you to enjoy. Here are a list of a few of the best ones

1. Porthmeor/Godrevey (http://goo.gl/maps/xuSWY)

2. Perranporth (http://goo.gl/maps/TzohI)

3. Constantine Bay (http://goo.gl/maps/pKBFv)

4. Watergate Bay and home to Jamie Olivers ’15’ Restaurant (http://goo.gl/maps/XrCq3)

5. Lusty Gaze Beach (http://goo.gl/maps/CO9xj)

6. Crantock Beach (http://goo.gl/maps/gdx3K)

7. Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps (http://goo.gl/maps/4Dv3L)

8. Porthcurno (http://goo.gl/maps/JUMwv)

9. Gwithian Towans (http://goo.gl/maps/QAyb3)

10. Sennen Cove (http://goo.gl/maps/24XtF)

If you are brave enough to face the Atlantic swells and try your hand at Surfing, check out Polzeath (http://goo.gl/maps/Zb7Wz) and Fistral (http://goo.gl/maps/rXAit) beaches.

 

The Reception

The reception will be held in a marquee at my parents house and will involve drinks, dinner and a jolly good time!!!!!

The address is; Brakes House, Hay, St Stephen in Brannel, St Austell, Cornwall, PL26 7LF, UK

The house number is +44 (0) 1726 878 296

Here is a link to Google Maps – http://goo.gl/maps/uGv4e

The reception will start ~ 1530 (or directly after the wedding) and finish when the last man (or woman!) is standing.

Parking is available in the fields just above the house.

Never fear! Everything will be sign-posted!

The Church location

St Just in Roseland Church address is –

St Just in Roseland Church, St Just in Roseland, Cornwall, UK, TR2 5JD.

The link to Google Maps is – http://goo.gl/maps/iVauu

The map is shown below –

If you have a problems finding it, just give me a call on +4477197 11627

The Church – St Just in Roseland

Ami and I have been incredibly lucky in that we will be married in one of the most beautiful churches in the UK – St Just in Roseland Church located on the Roseland Peninsula, Cornwall.

An ancient legend says that the church stands at the spot where Joseph of Arimathea came ashore with Jesus. A stone by the creek is said to be the one on which Jesus stepped when leaving his boat.

The 13th century Church is built right beside the water on a tidal creek.

The current building dates to 1261 and is set in sub-tropical gardens. A 19th century vicar brought in many tropical plants, and the combination of the church on the water’s edge and the wonderful flowers and shrubs in the churchyard are what gives the church its uniqueness.

More information on the church can be found here – http://stjust.roselandchurches.co.uk/