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Summary: Information on holidays in Cornwall
Cornwall
Cornwall is the most south-westerly county in England, and shares only one land border with the neighbouring county of Devon at the River Tamar. Lying so far to the south west, the weather in Cornwall is relatively warm with a sunny climate and enjoys an average of over 1540 hours of sunshine a year.
Cornwall has over 430 miles of coastline and makes up a large proportion of the South West Coast Path. The North the Atlantic coast is exposed to the westerly winds from the Atlantic Ocean, and is known for some of the best surfing beaches and golden sands popular with tourists and holidaymakers. The English Channel to the South is much more sheltered with hidden coves and broad river estuaries. Some 220 miles of the Cornish coastline is owned and protected by the National Trust.
Cornwall is visited by millions of people every year, and with such a huge variety of places to stay and attractions to choose from, it is easy to see why. Home to some of the most beautiful gardens in England which flourish in it’s mild climate, Cornwall is a horticulturists’ heaven! The Eden Project near St Austell and the Lost Gardens of Heligan are just two of the great gardens that demand at least one visit in your lifetime. 
The choice of activities in Cornwall is immense, and as you would expect everything water based feature high on the list. Sailing, kayaking and canoeing, diving and of course surfing can be found most everywhere along the coast. Surf schools are a great way of learning this exhilarating sport and all the equipment you are likely to need can be hired or purchased from many. Surrounded by warm waters and clear seas, Cornwall is also a great place for diving. There are plenty of shipwrecks to be explored and abundant marine life to be found.
Adrenaline junkies and extreme sports fans wont be disappointed in Cornwall either! Wakeboarding, kite surfing, coasteering, climbing and even mountainboarding can all be enjoyed across the diverse landscapes of Cornwall. There are many riding stables to satisfy most equestrian pursuits whether you prefer a gallop along a deserted beach, or a gentle walk across the moors. It is even possible to go camel riding in Cornwall!
Cornwall has 12 areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, including stretches of the coastline. Walking or cycling are both great ways to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and explore some of the stunning scenery.
A visit to the award winning National Maritime Museum in Falmouth is another must, as is the Royal Cornwall Museum in Truro. In addition, many of the towns and villages have their own museums where you can discover a bygone age of local history.
There are so many places to stay in Cornwall, from surf shacks on the beach, to top notch hotels with spa facilities, campsites or self catering Cornish Cottages you really are spoilt for choice. Being such a popular holiday destination, it is advisable to book your Cornish accommodation early!
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