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Tintagel Castle English Heritage Logo.jpg
Where Arthurian legend meets dramatic clifftop ruins, offering breathtaking coastal views and mythical adventures steeped in ancient history.
  • Castle Road, Tintagel, PL34 0HE
St Michaels Mount Logo.jpg
A magical tidal island where medieval history, sub-tropical gardens, and Cornish legends create unforgettable coastal adventures.
  • St Michael's Mount, Harbour View, Marazion
National Trust Lanhydrock Logo.png
Victorian grandeur meets wild Cornish countryside with historic house tours, enchanting gardens, and scenic trails for unforgettable family adventures.
  • Bodmin PL30 4AB
Geevor Tin Mine Museum Logo.jpg
Step into Cornwall’s mining heritage with underground adventures, hands-on discovery, and dramatic clifftop views where history comes alive.
  • Pendeen, Penzance TR19 7EW
Wheal Martyn Clay Works Logo.png
Discover Cornwall’s clay mining heritage through interactive exhibits, historic machinery, and stunning countryside adventures in this immersive 26-acre experience.
  • Carthew, Saint Austell PL26 8XG
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Step back in time at three lovingly restored Grade II listed cottages where Cornish history comes alive.
  • Trenance Rd, Newquay TR7 2HW
The Minack Theatre Logo.jpg
Where dramatic cliffs meet dazzling theatre—an extraordinary open-air venue carved from rock, overlooking the wild Atlantic.
  • The Minack Theatre, Porthcurno, Penzance TR19 6JU
The Lost Gardens of Heligan Logo.jpg
Victorian gardens reborn: explore magical landscapes, jungle trails, heritage produce, and enchanting sculptures in Cornwall’s most spectacular restored estate.
  • Pentewan, Saint Austell PL26 6EN
St Mawes Castle English Heritage Logo.jpg
Historic 16th-century fortress with breathtaking coastal views, unique clover-leaf design, and enchanting outdoor theatre performances.
  • Castle Dr, St Mawes, Truro TR2 5DE

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