Cornwall is one of the most popular holiday destinations in England and with good reason. It has beautiful scenery, wonderful beaches, a good climate and plenty of things to do and see for all the family. The only downside to Cornwall can be getting there. There is no motorway and the roads can get very busy, particularly during the summer months.
Many people choose to go to Cornwall for its famous beaches – the long expanses of golden sand that are ideal for building sand castles and sunbathing. Other beaches have fantastic rock pools which children can happily spend hours fishing in and exploring. For those who are looking for water-based activities, Cornwall has plenty of choice. It is a very popular destination with surfers of all levels and offers other water sports such as sailing and canoeing.
Walking is a popular holiday activity and Cornwall is an ideal place for walkers. Those interested should definitely try a section of the South-West Coast Path. This has wonderful dramatic views and you could spend an entire holiday walking around it. For most people, though, a few hours or even a full day is enough.
If you enjoy eating out you will find plenty on offer in Cornwall. It is, of course, home to the little seaside town of Padstow, where Rick Stein has his famous seafood restaurant as well as a bistro and a fish-and-chip shop. There are many other pubs and other restaurants offering excellent food and drink around the county.
Cornwall has long been popular with artists. There is a branch of the Tate in St Ives and throughout the county you will find lots of local arts-and-crafts shops. These are great for having a browse around and buying a holiday souvenir or two.
A popular day out for many holiday makers to Cornwall is the Eden Project, one of the leading conservation projects in the UK. Other choices for days out include gardens, National Trust properties and theme parks.
Truro is the only city in Cornwall and makes for an excellent day trip. The Cathedral is definitely worth a visit. It has beautiful architecture and is famous for having the largest collection of stained glass anywhere in the world. It is one of the main cultural centres of Cornwall. Those who enjoy the theatre should certainly pay a visit to the Hall for Cornwall, the largest theatre in the county. Performances might not be on a par with London theatre, but will nevertheless offer good entertainment and an enjoyable night out.