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- Cornwall Holiday
Welcome to the official Cornwall Tourist Board website, with all the information you need for your holidays in Cornwall. We've recently re-launched our site and would appreciate your feedback.
- Conference Venues in Cornwall
VisitCornwall has a dedicated website for conference venues. For all your corporate hospitality or conference needs visit our Corporate Cornwall website .
- Weddings
Cornwall has over 80 approved venues to conduct your civil wedding ceremony.
- Gardens in Cornwall
Blessed with some of the world's greatest horticultural delights, Cornwall's magnificent gardens can show you everyting from wild woodland to neatly manicured lawns, the small and unusual, to the large and famous.
- Cornwall Tourism Awards 2008 - Now Open
Do you strive for excellence? If so, you could be a winner at the Cornwall Tourism Awards 2008. Check out the new and improved categories and ensure you enter all that are applicable to you and your team.
- Newsletter
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- Cornwall Holiday - Accommodation in Cornwall
The possibilities for your stay in Cornwall are as diverse as our spectacular natural landscape. Sleep under the stars at a campsite edged by sand dunes, or soak up the atmosphere in a Cornish quayside inn .
- Cornwall Accommodation Types
With so much choice it can be difficult to decide which type of accommodation in Cornwall is best for you.
- Online Booking
An online booking service for accommodation in Cornwall will be available on this website in the near future.
- Accommodation Gradings Explained
All the accommodation in Cornwall featured on this website has been quality assessed so you can make your choice confidently knowing that each establishment has been graded according to the quality on offer, and complies with either VisitBritain and/or ...
- Green Tourism in Cornwall
People come to Cornwall for all sorts of very good reasons, but there's one major attraction that draws more visitors than any other - our unspoilt natural landscape. And we plan to keep it that way...
- Special Offers
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- Things to do in Cornwall
Magnificent sandy beaches , lush green countryside, huge craggy cliffs - and of course, plenty of the wet stuff. For those with a spirit of adventure and a love of the outdoors, Cornwall is one big, beautiful playground.
- Trips and Tours
Visit our Trips and Tours page.
- Watersports in Cornwall
If you fancy more than a leisurely swim you'll be right at home in Cornwall - try your hand at one of the many watersports on offer! Surfing Click the link for more surfing information .
- Cycling Holidays in Cornwall
Cornwall offers the cyclist a great variety of cycling from quiet country lanes which meander through picturesque villages and ancient harbours, to more challenging off-road routes which explore the depths of the Cornish countryside.
- Golf Holidays in Cornwall
Okay, so they say it spoils a good walk, but if you fancy chasing a ball around acres of turf then you'd be a fool not to do it on some of the most scenic courses in the UK.
- Fishing Holidays in Cornwall
One of the original stalwarts of Cornish industry, fishing is still central to local culture.
- Extreme Sports in Cornwall
If you're feeling brave take the plunge and conquer an extreme sport...
- Cornwall Tourist Attractions
With every type of attraction that you could think of, you'll never be short of interesting and exciting places to visit in Cornwall.
- Beaches in Cornwall
Thanks to our unique position on the south west peninsula 80% of Cornwall is surrounded by water, giving us the longest stretch of coastline in the UK at 697km.
- Museums in Cornwall
The once tarnished image of dusty, old rooms with tired and uninteresting exhibitions couldn't be further from the truth in Cornwall.
- Art Galleries in Cornwall
As a haven for artists Cornwall has an abundance of art galleries exhibiting all things creative from intricate sculptures to life-sized masterpieces. And in Cornwall small really is beautiful.
- Historic Sites in Cornwall
Cornwall has one of the most extraordinary collections of historic sites in the UK. But don't shrug them off in search of more modern treasures - the oldest attractions are often the best.
- Gardens in Cornwall
Blessed with some of the world's greatest horticultural delights, Cornwall's magnificent gardens can show you everything from wild woodland to neatly manicured lawns, the small and unusual, to the large and famous.
- Entertainment Venues in Cornwall
The entertainment scene in Cornwall is bursting at the seams... If you enjoy theatre then you won't be disappointed.
- What's On in Cornwall
In Cornwall we've never needed an excuse for a party or festival. As well as spectacular scenery, Cornwall has a wealth of events to discover whenever you choose to visit.
- Food and Drink in Cornwall
Cornwall's pasty and cream tea reputation has been blown out of the kitchen as a new wave of superior gastronomic tourism has filled its plates.
- Restaurants in Cornwall
You will find the whole spectrum of restaurants and eating places in Cornwall - to suit all purses. Whether you are looking for a contemporary waterside bistro or a Michelin star restaurant, you will be spoilt for choice in Cornwall.
- Food Festivals in Cornwall
Anyone keen on discovering Cornish food and drink can enjoy a number of food festivals throughout the year. Newlyn Fish Festival 25th August 2008, Newlyn Celebrate all things fishy in one of Cornwall's most distinctive and original fishing villages.
- Farmers Markets in Cornwall
In the gourmet haven that Cornwall has become, you'll find free-range eggs, organic vegetables and fresh fish sold from roadside stalls and stores countywide.
- About Cornwall
There is so much more to Cornwall than just fabulous scenery and beautiful beaches .
- Towns and Villages in Cornwall
Cornwall's town and villages are many and varied, ranging from small and rural hamlets to bustling visitor resorts.
- The Cornish Coast
As a county Cornwall boasts the longest stretch of coastline in the UK with almost 700 km of stunning coastal scenery including more than 300 beaches .
- Trips and Tour Companies in Cornwall
This search can help put you in touch with everything from classic car hire, river cruises, guided tours and travel companies that will get you to the Isles of Scilly.
- Cornwall's Countryside
Cornwall doesn't only offer visitors an amazing coastline - you can also immerse yourself in some of the most beautiful landscapes in the country. Cornwall boasts 12 separate Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty .
- Arts and Culture in Cornwall
Cornwall has been a natural home to inspiration, art and ideas since the early 19th century. So much so that, apart from London, you'll find nowhere in the whole country that's host to more working artists than Cornwall.
- Myths and Legends in Cornwall
Cornwall is a land steeped in myths and legends, where almost every town or village has its own piece of folklore to tell.
- History & Heritage
Cornwall's vibrant image has evolved from a rich history and culture which still lives and breathes through the sites and scenery scattered throughout the county today.
- Shopping in Cornwall
Shopping until you drop does count as a calorie busing activity. And whilst Cornwall boasts the best of the outdoors for active adventures, for some retail therapy it's also a shoppers paradise.
- Entertainment Venues in Cornwall
The entertainment scene in Cornwall is bursting at the seams... If you enjoy theatre then you won't be disappointed.
- Cornwall on Film
Did you spot the world famous biomes of the Eden Project on the 2002 James Bond epic, Die Another Day ? Or how about the picturesque fishing village of Cadgwith in Ladies in Lavender ? Cornwall's distinct landscape has ...
- Map of Cornwall
- Send a Postcard from Cornwall
This page is currently under development.
- Competition - spa break at the St Michaels Hotel, Falmouth
Tell us what you think of our website and enter our prize draw to win a fabulous 2 night spa break for two people at the St Michael's Hotel and Spa , Falmouth.
- Cornwall Visitor Information
To help make the most of your visit to Cornwall we've gathered together some useful information which we hope you will find helpful.
- Trip and Tour Operators in Cornwall
Visit our Trip and Tour Operators in Cornwall page.
- Public Transport in Cornwall
Once in Cornwall leave the car behind and make getting around all part of the fun. Rail Many of Cornwall's coastal towns are linked to the main rail line which runs through Cornwall by smaller, scenic branch lines .
- Map of Cornwall
Visit our Map of Cornwall page.
- Accessible Cornwall
Cornwall is fantastic place to visit whatever your age, background or abilities and being less able doesn't mean you'll enjoy it any less! Use the information below to help you make the most of your visit to Cornwall - ...
- Cornwall local information and contacts
To help ensure your visit to Cornwall is as enjoyable and problem free as possible, this fact file provides useful information when planning your holiday trips as well as tips on making the most of your holiday in Cornwall.
- Local radio stations in Cornwall
When in Cornwall, do as the Cornish do, and listen to a local radio station. Get up-to-date with the latest news and events, find out what's getting the county talking and join in the local banter.
- Weather in Cornwall
With it's south westerly position, Cornwall is lucky to experience regular temperatures higher than the rest of mainland Britain.
- Credit Card Security Code
The Card Security Code is the group of numbers immediately following your credit card number. These numbers are used by your credit card company to help prevent fraud.
- enewsletter
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- Footer
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- VisitCornwall Members Area
If you are a member of VisitCornwall, click the link to access the extranet where you can log in to update your availability.
- Advertising on VisitCornwall.com
If you would like to advertise your accommodation establishment, event, activity or attraction on this website you need to become a member of VisitCornwall. Click here for further information on our membership scheme Please email: membership@cornwallenterprise.co.uk or call (01872) 322905.
- VisitCornwall Press and PR
VisitCornwall can assist with media enquiries regarding travel and tourism throughout Cornwall. We can help plan visits, arrange interviews, supply images and organise itineraries.
- Site Credits
This website is designed and powered by New Mind. Images and text copyright VisitCornwall/Cornwall Enterprise. Images courtesy of VisitCornwall, Britainonview.com, Bob Berry, Newquay Airport, John Such, Ingrid King, Trevor Burrows, GardensofCornwall.com, Blue Reef Aquarium, The Cove, Marina Villa Hotel.
- Accessibility Statement
We believe in access to information over the Internet for all. This Accessibility Statement provides an overview of the accessibility features we have implemented on this website.
- Useful Links
General Information Tourist Information Centres in Cornwall - town based local information centres Dogs on Beaches - your guide to dog friendly beaches, places to visit and vets Cornish Language - explanation of Cornish place names, phrasebook and dictionary ...
- Itineraries
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- My_Itinerary
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- Member Home
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- Request a Brochure
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- Special Offers in Cornwall
Special offers from our Cornwall accommodation providers will feature here. Look for last minute offers, discounts, special breaks, themed holidays and seasonal breaks.
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- Terms and Conditions
The terms and conditions of using our online booking service and other aspects of this site will follow shortly when our online booking system becomes live.
- Accommodation Booking Terms
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