Merlin's Cave at Tintagel Haven, Cornwall.

How to get to the best bit of Tintagel Castle without paying

Merlin's Cave, the most evocative part of Tintagel Castle in Cornwall, is on public land; discover the simple path to enter this 100-meter tunnel for free. Tintagel Castle and King Arthur Tintagel Castle on the west coast of Cornwall is one of English Heritage’s jewels…
East Looe Beach in Cornwall.

Is it safe to swim at East Looe Beach?

Despite the lack of lifeguards, East Looe Beach in Cornwall is considered safe for swimming due to its protected location, calm water, and good water quality rating. Where is East Looe Beach? East Looe Beach is the main beach in Looe, Cornwall. It’s the one…
Purple pitcher plants at the Eden Project in Cornwall.

The joy of learning from your children while travelling

Family travel brings unexpected joy: watch your children connect their classroom knowledge with the real world, like finding purple pitcher plants at the Eden Project. The Sarracenia purpurea may not be a plant you are familiar with. It is certainly one I didn’t know about…
A summer evening visit to Polperro Harbour, Cornwall.

Can you park at the harbour in Polperro, Cornwall?

You can’t park at Polperro’s picturesque harbour in Cornwall; discover why cars are banned and how far the mandatory, flat-rate parking lot is. Polperro is one of the prettiest villages in Cornwall, and it still has the ring of authenticity about it. Despite a multitude…
The Wollemi Pine at the Eden Project in Cornwall.

Where can I see a Wollemi pine in the UK?

The Wollemi pine, a rare "dinosaur tree" rediscovered in Australia, is now on display in the UK; find out exactly where to see this critically endangered species. To skip the explanation, and book tickets to the Eden Project, head this way. The history of the…