Cornwall is one of the most popular holiday destinations in England. As a result there is a flourishing tourist industry providing a host of attractions throughout the county.

With its dramatic coastline, Cornwall is the perfect playground for water-sports enthusiasts of all levels, sailing, windsurfing, surfing and diving; facilities are available for beginner to expert.

The climate is one of the best in the UK and the clean air and crystal lighting has attracted the arts and crafts community to the county.

Some of the best restaurants in the country can be found in Cornwall, local is an essential ingredient and with fishing and agriculture playing an important role the freshest food can always be found.

The fishing harbours are ideal for sightseeing and have inspired visitors while Truro, the county capital offers a shoppers paradise.

The county's industrial heritage starts at the Tamar Bridge alongside Brunel's 1859 Royal Albert Rail Bridge and continues with the Cornish Mining Heritage Centres while Richard Trevithic's steam railway engine was over 10 years ahead of Stevenson's Rocket.

Gardens and historic stately homes are also a must visit attraction.  The climate has encouraged gardeners and farmers to experiment with different plants and crops from around the world.  Cornish wines receive many quality awards and now the Tregothnan Estate near Truro has become the 1st Tea Plantation in the UK.

Some useful local websites:
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Cornish, World Heritage Mining Sites

Tregothnan Estate

The Eden Project

The China Clay Museum

Lost Gardens of Heligan

Flambards Village Theme Park

Landhydrock

St Michael's Mount

Other Activities in Cornwall

For those wishing to explore to the east, we have selected a number of sites of interest in Plymouth and Devon.

The National Marine Aquarium

Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery

Other Plymouth Attractions

Dartmoor National Park

Torbay Attractions