Cornwall occupies England’s southwestern peninsula, where dramatic Atlantic coastline meets fishing villages, sandy beaches, and landscapes that feel distinctly different from the rest of Britain. This is where you’ll find Tintagel’s legendary castle ruins, the otherworldly Eden Project biomes, charming harbours like Polperro and Fowey, and some of the UK’s best surfing beaches around Newquay. Cornwall attracts families seeking beach holidays, surfers chasing Atlantic swells, and anyone drawn to coastal scenery that rivals anywhere in Europe.
These Cornwall travel articles answer the practical questions visitors actually ask — where to park at Polperro Harbour, whether Seaton Beach truly has white sand, how to behave around seals at Lizard Point, where to hire bodyboards at Perranporth Beach, and whether swimming at various Cornish beaches is safe. You’ll also find guides to major attractions including the Eden Project with its remarkable Seed sculpture, plus recommendations for things to do near popular holiday parks across the county.
Cornwall holidays suit all types of UK visitors, from bucket-and-spade families to serious surfers and coastal walkers tackling sections of the South West Coast Path. Summer brings crowds and premium prices, while spring and autumn offer better value with reasonably good weather. Just expect narrow lanes, limited parking, and the occasional pasty-induced contentment.
- Can you park at the harbour in Polperro?
- Where can I hire a bodyboard at Perranporth Beach?
- How to behave around seals at Lizard Point.
- Is it safe to swim at Lizard Point Beach?
- How much does the Fowey to Bodinnick ferry cost?
- How to get into the best bit of Tintagel Castle without paying.
- Is it safe to swim at East Looe Beach?
- What’s the toll for crossing the Tamar Bridge?
- Does Seaton Beach have white sand?
- Where can I see a Wollemi Pine in the UK?
- Why the Seed is a highlight of the Eden Project.
- Eden Project ticket pricing guide.
- 8 great things to do near Hengar Manor Holiday Park.
- 7 great things to do near Hedley Wood Holiday Park.
- Top 7 things to do near Bodmin Holiday Park.
- A practical guide to visiting Newquay Zoo.
- The joy of learning from your children while travelling.
Five great things to do while you’re in Cornwall
- 👻 Feel the chills in the abandoned cells on a hugely atmospheric tour of Bodmin Jail.
- 🌱 Explore the world’s largest indoor rainforest at the Eden Project.
- 🎬 Discover the Beyond Paradise filming locations around Looe on a specialised tour.
- 🐬 Spot dolphins, seals and porpoises on a RIB sealife safari from Padstow.
- 🏄 Hit the surf in Newquay with a two hour surfing lesson.
