Multi-day Trips Cornwall County

Multi-Day Trips in Cornwall County

Overview

Cornwall County, a jewel on England’s southwestern coast, offers an abundance of natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture. Explore this captivating region over multiple days to immerse yourself in its charm.

Day 1: St. Ives and Surroundings

  • Starting Point: Penzance Train Station
  • Attractions: Tate St. Ives, Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden, St. Ives Bay, and the picturesque harbor

Tips:

  1. Spend your afternoon wandering the narrow cobbled streets of St. Ives, filled with galleries, studios, and artisan shops.
  2. For a unique experience, join a pottery workshop in St. Ives, home to many talented potters.
  3. Enjoy a traditional Cornish pasty for lunch, a local delicacy not to be missed!

Day 2: Land’s End and Sennen Cove

  • Attractions: Land’s End, Minack Theatre, Sennen Cove, and the Longships Lighthouse

Tips:

  1. Plan your visit to the Minack Theatre during one of their performances, an unforgettable experience!
  2. Take a scenic coastal walk from Land’s End to Sennen Cove, passing by the stunning cliffs and breathtaking sea views.
  3. Visit the Longships Lighthouse, one of the most iconic landmarks in Cornwall.

Day 3: Penzance, Mousehole, and Newlyn

  • Attractions: Jubilee Pool, Mousehole Village, Newlyn Art Gallery & Exchange, and Mount’s Bay

Tips:

  1. Swim in the sea at the beautiful Jubilee Pool, an art deco lido with stunning views of Mount’s Bay.
  2. Discover the charming fishing villages of Mousehole and Newlyn, home to a thriving arts community.
  3. Enjoy fresh seafood at one of the local eateries in Newlyn, the largest fishing port in Cornwall.

Day 4: Falmouth and the Helford River

  • Attractions: National Maritime Museum Cornwall, Pendennis Castle, St. Mawes Ferry, and the Helford River

Tips:

  1. Spend a day exploring the maritime history of Falmouth at the National Maritime Museum Cornwall and Pendennis Castle.
  2. Take a ferry to St. Mawes for a taste of quintessential Cornish seaside charm.
  3. Embark on a boat trip along the Helford River, with its hidden creeks, idyllic villages, and ancient woodlands.