Camper van hire Cornwall
There is so much more to Cornwall than just fabulous scenery and beautiful beaches. The history of this county is rich and vivid, and never more so than when remnants of its past are stumbled upon during rambling walks through the countryside.
If you fancy a laid back beach bum cruise why not head out to the golden beaches of Cornwall.
One thing that Cornwall does is make an impression on you.
Cornwall is a county in the extreme south west of the UK and includes the Isles of Scilly.
Lying westwards beyond the River Tamar border with its nearest county neighbour Devon,
Cornwall is one of the more isolated parts of the United Kingdom but is one of the most
popular with travellers and holiday-makers. Its relatively warm climate, long coastline,
amazing scenery, and diverse Celtic heritage go only part of the way to explaining its appeal.
Cornwall is increasingly becoming a popular destination for those interested in cultural
tourism due to its long association with visual and written arts.
St Michael's Mount, Marazion
- www.stmichaelsmount.co.uk
- St Michael's Mount lies offshore close to
Penzance and is one of the treasures of Cornwall.
St Michael's Mount is truly unique. A tiny, rocky island filled with
astonishing history and natural beauty, yet still a living, working
community of people. St Michael's Mount is full of life, a place where
ancient and modern sit side by side, and where nothing is quite as it seems. An
island, which you can walk to when the tide is low. A medieval castle, that is
still home to a modern family. A tranquil, beautiful location, that has played
its part in many furious battles.
Isles of Scilly
- www.simplyscilly.co.uk
- The Isles of Scilly is an archipelago of
five inhabited islands
and numerous other small rocky islets 28 miles off Lands End -
the most South Westerly point of the British Isles. With a total
population of just over two thousand, an exceptionally mild climate,
and countless golden sandy beaches, Scilly is a beautiful haven of
peace and tranquility loved by visitors and locals alike
30 miles off the top of Cornwall lies a subtropical paradise.
Crystal clear sea, golden beaches and Tresco gardens. For perfect peace
where only the only sounds are the waves breaking and birdsong
The Lost Gardens of Heligan
- www.heligan.com
- This is one of Europe's largest garden restoration projects. The garden gives you the feeling of stepping
back in time. The estate, including gardens, and parkland, totals about 200 acres,
with palm tress, tree ferns and bamboos giving it a subtropical atmosphere. Extensive
flower and vegetable gardens are now back in production.
Tintagel Castle
- www.tintagelcastle.co.uk
- Tintagel Castle is a place of magic and myth where
the legend of King Arthur was born. This historic spot is rich in
flora and fauna and provides a breeding ground for sea birds,
lizards and butterflies. Tintagel Castle is Cornwall's most
iconic site.
The Minack Theatre
- www.minack.com
- The Minack Theatre is an open-air theatre, constructed above a gully with a
rocky granite outcrop jutting into the sea (minack in Cornish means
a stony or rocky place). The theatre is located near Porthcurno,
4 miles from Land's End in Cornwall. The theatre includes a museum
and offers tours when there are no performances.
The South West Coast Path National Trail
- www.southwestcoastpath.com
- The South West Coast Path National Trail - 630 miles of superb coastal walking. From Minehead on the edge of the Exmoor National Park to the shores of Poole Harbour in Dorset it is the best way to enjoy
the wonderful coastal scenery, wildlife and heritage. The South West Coast Path runs along the coastline of Britain's south-west peninsula. The Cornish section is supposed to be the most scenic, particularly around Penwith and the Lizard. The trail takes walkers to busy towns, remote cliffs, beaches, heaths, farms and fishing villages.
Walking along it is a great way to experience the region in all its variety.
The Camel Trail
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- The Camel Trail is a disused railway line which has been
dismantled to make a walk and cycle path. The trail runs from Padstow along the
side of the camel estuary to Wadebridge then onto Bodmin and Wendford Bridge.
.The Camel Trail, available free 365 days of the year, winds through some of Cornwall's most
beautiful and little-known countryside. Cornwall County Council converted 11 miles of
disused railway beside the River Camel from track bed to trail, linking the towns of
Bodmin, Wadebridge and Padstow. An extension follows the river towards Camelford.
Eden Project
- www.edenproject.com
- An unforgettable experience in a breathtaking epic location. Eden is a gateway into the fascination world
of plants and people and a vibrant reminder of how we need each other for our mutual survival.
Space age technology meets the lost world in the biggest greenhouse ever built. Located in a 50 meter
deep crater the size of 30 football pitches and beautifully sculpted to amke a spectacular and unique global garden.
The Eden Project near St Austell is a fabulous collection of flora from all over the world housed in two
'space age' transparent domes.
Land's End
- www.landsend-landmark.co.uk
- Land's End where England meets the Atlantic head-on! Land's End combines natural beauty and stunning scenery with five fantastic
visitor attractions including: the Doctor Who Up Close Exhibition with many of the actual props and costumes and monsters from the hit BCC programme;
The Return to the Last Labyrinth multi-sensory theatre show; The Air Sea Rescue simulation show; Greeb Farm; and the End to End Story.
These is also the West Country Shopping Village that is full of quality clothing; jewellery, souvenirs and locat produce.
