Cornish Traditional Cottages Article Archive

• Enjoy the Polperro Festival 2010 with holiday cottages in Cornwall this summer

  

  If you're looking for holiday cottages in Cornwall this summer then why not head to the village of Polperro.

• Enjoy a seaside break in St Austell Bay

  

  If you want to book Conrwall cottages which are close to the beach but offer easy access to a number of other attractions then a trip to St Austell could be a great choice.

• Dive Fest 2010 - UK's biggest diving festival

  

  Whether you've been diving for years or want to take up the sport, Cornish holidays during Dive Fest are sure to be lots of fun and give you plenty of memories.

• Discover the history of the superb Pendennis Castle and Fort

  

  People who enjoy exploring the history of the British Isles should make sure that they plan a couple of holidays in Cornwall to explore the southern most county's rich and varied past. An ideal place to visit is Falmouth, home to Pendennis Castle and Fort, which boasts a history dating back almost 500 years.

• Relax in a holiday cottage in Port Isaac

  

  Anyone looking for an idyllic getaway on England's south-west coast could certainly do worse than to book a stay at a Cornwall cottage. In a county with picturesque villages and harbours around every corner, there is no shortage of beautiful places to visit and explore. One of the gems of the north Cornish coast is the fishing village of Port Isaac.

• Celebrate St Piran's Day on a Cornwall cottage holiday

  

  Cornwall is a great place to take a holiday at any time of the year - one of the best times to soak up the culture is St Piran's Day, which takes place in the first week of March and honours the patron saint of Cornwall - offering plenty of potential for self catering holidays in Cornwall.

• Visit Cornwall and experience the Feast of Imbolc

  

  The popular Feast of Imbolc is a great opportunity to see Irish Celtic culture on display in the area. Visitors staying in a holiday home in Cornwall may like to find out more about the exciting festival and what they can expect to experience.

• Stay in a cottage in St Austell Bay

  

  With its great sweeping bay, vivid scenery and vibrant atmosphere, it is not hard to see why St Austell Bay is a popular destination for holidaymakers visiting Cornwall.

• Go Under the Sea at the National Maritime Museum Cornwall

  

  A trip to the National Maritime Museum is a definite highlight for visitors staying in holiday homes in Cornwall.

• Stay in Newquay for your new year celebrations

  

  If you are looking for somewhere that you can have a great new year party in a beautiful setting with a lively atmosphere then you may want to head to Newquay.

• See the Christmas lights in Mousehole on a Cornish break

  

  The Christmas lights at Mousehole in Cornwall are a yearly tradition that has been taking place for more than four decades. A good time to visit and stay in a Cornish cottage is between mid-December and the first week of January, when the lights will be in full swing.

• Get your Christmas shopping in Cornwall

  

  Cornwall is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city during the festive period and it is a great spot to regain some of the magic that should be associated with Christmas.

• Experience Porthcurno and the Minack open-air Theatre

  

  Cornwall is one of Britain's most breathtaking destinations and the small village of Porthcurno is a hidden gem nestled in a valley on the south coast, with rolling cliffs, beautiful beaches and a thriving community.

• Southern comforts of the Lizard Peninsula

  

  With miles of stunning coast, charming towns and superb culture, a trip to the Lizard Peninsula could well make for the ideal destination for a Cornwall vacation.

• Majestic Marazion and St Michael's Mount

  

  With its stretches of golden sandy beaches, opting to head to Marazion for a cottage holiday in Cornwall could make for an ideal break.

• Celtic celebrations with Lowender Peran Festival

  

  In a celebration of the region's Celtic roots, the Cornish town of Perranporth comes alive as it hosts the Lowender Peran Festival. Taking place every October, the event serves up a wide range of things to see and do for all the family.

• Tuck into the Padstow Carnival Week

  

  While a visit to one of the many towns located in Cornwall during the summer months is bound to offer an experience full of good food, sunny weather and adventurous activities, a trip to Padstow may offer a particularly pleasurable experience.

• St Ives September Festival

  

  For 15 days in September the Cornish town of St Ives comes alive as it hosts its autumn arts festival.