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The best dog friendly pubs and cafés in Cornwall
Cornwall, with its long sandy beaches, open spaces and coastal pathways is one of the most dog-friendly holiday destinations in the UK. There are plenty of dog-friendly days out, dog-friendly holiday cottages and family friendly things you can do with your pets.
What’s On in Cornwall for Christmas & New Year 2026/27: Festive Walks, Harbour Lights, & Wild Swims
Spending Christmas week and New Year in Cornwall offers a rare blend of timeless traditions, dramatic winter coastlines, and fireside relaxation. From candlelit harbour lights and legendary Boxing Day swims to vibrant New Year street parties, mid-Cornwall provides a peaceful holiday sanctuary.
Winter Elopement Packages Cornwall: Your Guide to a Romantic Winter Wedding for Two
Winter elopements in Cornwall are like something from a fairytale – and for couples looking for romance, privacy and the chance to shut out the outside world, they’re hugely underrated.
Best Things to Do in Cornwall in November 2026: Bonfire Nights, St Austell Torchlight, & Early Festive Magic
November brings a crisp, atmospheric magic to Cornwall. As ocean swells roll into quiet coves and early winter twilights settle across mid-Cornwall, the county shifts into its most invitingly cozy season. It is a month defined by roaring bonfire displays, historic torchlight processions, artisan Christmas gift fairs, and long, invigorating coastal walks.
Slow Down This Autumn: A Guide to Embracing Cosy Cornwall
When the lingering warmth of late summer gives way to crisp autumn air, Cornwall undergoes a remarkable transformation. The fast-paced summer energy eases, traffic clears from the winding country lanes, and a peaceful hush settles over the landscape.
If you are craving a reset before the rush of the festive season, an autumn getaway in mid-Cornwall offers the ultimate antidote. It is a season made for unhurried mornings, crisp coastal air, and long, relaxing evenings by the fire.
Best Things to Do in Cornwall in October 2026: Cozy Feasts, Wild Autumn Walks, and Spooky Heritage
October brings a rich, cozy magic to Cornwall—from fiery oak canopies to crisp Atlantic swells and candlelit harbour festivals. Stay at our central luxury farm retreat to explore rugged headlands and autumn food events by day, then return to your luxury cottage to light the woodburner or unwind in your private hot tub,
Pet-Friendly Elopement Venues in Cornwall: How to Plan a Wedding With Your Dog
It is absolutely an option to have your dog at elopement venues in Cornwall, though every venue has different policies. Choosing a dog-friendly wedding venue with accommodation, secure grounds and flexible ceremony spaces makes it much easier to include your pet. With a little planning, your dog can be part of your ceremony, photographs and your entire wedding experience.
Best Things to Do in Cornwall in September 2026: Golden Light, Harvest Feasts, and Coastal Arts
September is widely considered by locals to be the absolute best month of the year in Cornwall. The high-summer crowds gently thin out, the roads quieten down, and a magical golden light settles across the sea and countryside. Crucially, the Atlantic Ocean reaches its warmest temperature of the year, making early autumn ideal for swimming, surfing, and coastal adventures.
Small Wellness Retreats in Cornwall vs Spa Resorts: What's the Difference?
While Cornwall’s luxury spa resorts offer impressive facilities, many people leave feeling rested rather than truly restored. Small wellness retreats in Cornwall offer something more intentional: fewer guests, personalised experiences, quieter surroundings and the perfect environment to get away from it all.
Best Things to Do in Cornwall in August 2026: High-Summer Adventures and Coastal Feasts
August in Cornwall is the beautiful peak of high summer. The days are long, the coastal waters are at their absolute warmest, and there is a vibrant festival energy that sweeps across the beaches and harbours.
What happens at a luxury wellness retreat in Cornwall?
A luxury wellness retreat in Cornwall is an opportunity to slow down, step away from the noise of everyday life and properly reset.
Life is busy and sometimes we need time to just breathe. To step away from the noise, replenish our energy levels and return back to our normal lives feeling calmer, lighter and more present again.
Best things to do in Cornwall July 2026: Summer events and family days out
Cornwall during the summer holidays is a full on adventure, where the county becomes an outdoor playground. Treat yourself to long days on Cornwall’s best beaches – swimming or surfing in the turquoise sea, hike the South West Coast Path, or try your hand at paddleboarding and sailing.
Best Cornwall Weekend Breaks for Couples
Friday evening in Cornwall should feel like the week has finally slipped off your shoulders. You arrive to a chilled bottle waiting, the car stays put, and the next two days are about sea air, slow mornings and somewhere lovely enough that staying in feels just as tempting as going out.
Micro Wedding Venues in Cornwall for Under 12 Guests: The Ultimate Guide
In this guide, we’ll share our top tips for choosing the best micro-wedding venues in Cornwall for under 12 guests based on everything we’ve learned by working in the industry for decades – including what to look for in a venue, how much it costs, and why 12 guests is often the perfect number.
Best things to do in Cornwall in June 2026
June in Cornwall is the perfect time for a summer escape, with long sunny days spent at the beach and swimming in the sea. Beyond the coastline, there’s a packed calendar of summer festivals and events for visitors to enjoy.
A Guide to Dog Friendly Family Stays
The best dog friendly family stays feel easy from the moment you arrive. No awkward rules, no squeezing a crate between suitcases, no debate over whether the dog can settle while you go out for lunch. Just space to spread out, somewhere beautiful to stay, and the sense that everyone - children, grown-ups and dogs included - is genuinely welcome.
Cottage Retreat or Hotel: Which Feels Better?
You can usually tell within five minutes of arrival whether a break is going to feel easy. It is there in the first cup of tea, in whether everyone has space to exhale, and in whether the stay suits the reason you came away at all.
The Boardmasters Survival Guide for Parents: Luxury, Logistics, and Peace of Mind
It’s a rite of passage for many teenagers: the pilgrimage to Boardmasters Festival at Watergate Bay. For them, it’s five days of world-class surfing, sun-drenched beats, and making memories with friends.
For parents? It often means a weekend of checking "Find My Friends" and navigating the inevitable Newquay traffic.
Best things to do in Cornwall during May 2026 Half Term (and throughout the month!)
May often brings the best weather of the year to Cornwall, making it the perfect time to enjoy the beautiful coastline and outdoor activities. With long daylight hours full of sunshine, it’s one of our favourite months for walking the South West Coast Path and marvelling at the flourishing spring flowers and wildlife.
How to Elope in Cornwall Legally: A Complete Guide (Witnesses, Venues & Costs)
Thinking of eloping in Cornwall but don’t know if it’s possible? Here’s a complete guide on how to elope in Cornwall legally including witnesses, costs and venues.