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5 Walks in Cornish Mining World Heritage Sites

It’s at the root of Cornish culture and on a par with international treasures so pull on your walking boots and tread in the footsteps of Cornish miners with our pick of the five of the best walks in the Cornish Mining World Heritage Site.

Days out by rail: 5 branch line specials

Why not let the train take the strain and enjoy a day out by rail? Cornwall has 5 scenic branch lines with amazing views of the coast and country to enjoy, with towns and walks to explore before heading back.

Cornish Mining World Heritage Site

It puts Cornwall on a par with international treasures such as the Taj Mahal and Great Wall of China and celebrates our contribution to the development of global industry and commence, read on to find out why Cornwall Mining World Heritage Site status is something to boast about!

Cornish heritage: 6 iconic must-sees

Cornish heritage: 6 iconic must-sees. Richard Barbery discovers some iconic locations where Cornwall's vibrant history comes alive.

Five of the best standing stones

There are thousands of ancient monuments dotted around Cornwall with tall granite blocks standing alone in some of the most rural of locations. Most were probably originally used for some long forgotten religious rite but folklore tells a different tale.

Walk back in time

A gentle 4 mile walk along part of the South West Coast Path through the dunes beside the golden beaches on the eastern bank of the River Camel, taking in Poet Laureate Sir John Betjeman's grave in the churchyard of the tiny St Enodoc Church.

Cornish Legends

They capture the imagination, tug at the heart strings and leave you mystically pondering the truth – but perhaps mostly excitingly Cornwall’s many and varied legends cast a whole new light on well-loved locations.

English Heritage: 5 castles in Cornwall

Including Pendennis Castle, Tintagel Castle, St. Mawes Castle, Launceston Castle and Restormel Castle - everyone a must-visit.

A different kind of magic: St Michael's Mount

Approaching Marazion on a misty day, St Michael’s Mount appears to float on the water just offshore. The turreted medieval castle half hidden in low cloud stands, as it has done for hundreds of years, overlooking the spectacular sweep of Mounts Bay...

7 National Trust coast and countryside highlights

Including the spectacular clifftop views of the massive rock stacks, the Bedruthan Steps, the picturesque harbour of Boscastle and the ancient estate of Godolphin...