Exeter, Devon’s unexpectedly lively capital city.

Exeter is not the typical sleepy Devon town you imagined!
Exeter is without doubt the capital of Devon, though ironically it’s not the typical town that most visitors come to expect when they think about Devon. There’s a certain high pace and vibrancy about Exeter that is out of place with the rest of the county.
Not [...]

The Seaside Resort Of Dawlish

South Devon’s most pleasant seaside resort is well worth a visit
In South Devon the pleasant seaside resort of Dawlish is very popular with visitors, many of whom return year after year for their holidays in Dawlish or for day trips to enjoy the nice atmosphere that the town has to offer.
Dawlish is an interesting little [...]

River and Coastal Cruises in Devon

One of the most charming activities while visiting Cornwall and Devon is to take in a cruise along the River Dart from Dartmouth to Totnes…

Newquay, Britain’s Surfing Capital

There’s much more to Newquay than being just a surfers’ paradise.
Boasting some of the best beaches and surfing in Britain, Newquay is one of Cornwall’s premier holiday sites. Unsurprisingly, it has now obtained a reputation for being England’s surfing capital but there’s much more to Newquay than being just a surfers’ paradise.  You can swim, [...]

Thinking about taking a Holiday in Devon and Cornwall?

England’s “West Country” has charm, scenery and better weather!
Cornwall – the English Riviera?
On the very south-western tip of England lies the beautiful county of Cornwall. With a delightful mix of superb beaches (among the best in Britain), outstanding scenery and charming towns, villages and cities, this county has something to offer everyone for their holiday [...]

Surfing and diving in Cornwall

Surfing and Diving in Cornwall:
Cornwall is fast being recognised as one of the premier surfing and diving locations within the UK. This is due to the multiple of good beach resorts such as Newquay, Bude and Perranporth to name a few.
Cornwall also has a huge stretch of coastline, more so than along any other part [...]

St Ives – a thriving artistic community

Wonderful, sandy beaches, narrow cobbled streets and a delightful harbour area
This magical little corner of Cornwall offers wonderful, sandy beaches and a delightful harbour area.  You can lose yourself in the maze of narrow cobbled streets with flower-filled courtyards and alleyways bursting with galleries, craft and clothing shops,  cafes and artists studios – an absolute [...]

Tintagel – Welcome to the Birthplace of King Arthur

Tintagel – Home of Merlin the Magician and King Arthur of Camelot?
It was the historian called Geoffrey of Monmouth who in 1150 started the legendary belief that the little town of Tintagel was the birthplace of the great King Arthur who was born to the beautiful Queen Igerna and was protected from evil by the [...]

Marazion and St Michael’s Mount

Marazion is believed to be Britain’s oldest town, and is the location of St Michael’s Mount
Tucked away in the very far corners of South West Cornwall is the charming little town of Marazion with only 1,500 inhabitants. This ancient market town is believed to be Britain’s oldest chartered town. Aside from being steeped in history, [...]

Some of Cornwall’s finest Pubs

Where to eat and drink on your Cornish Holiday:
Cornwall’s spectacular coastline is a favourite holiday destination for those seeking sun, surf and sailing. And where there’s sun and sea, there are also good Watering Holes, some of the finest of which are listed below.
Cornwall is also a favourite holiday destination for people who enjoy [...]

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