Let’s Discover The Seaside Resorts of Cornwall
Mousehole, Gill Wild
For such a small county, Cornwall has many seaside resorts (though many have seasonal dog bans, and Mousehole Harbour does not allow dogs).
If out walking, always follow the Countryside Code to keep all creatures safe. If at the coast, read about how to keep dogs safe by the seaside.
- Mousehole (‘mowzel’) is a charming village a few miles from Penzance, with narrow streets and old cottages. It was home to Cornwall’s last native speaker.
- Fowey (pronounced ‘foy’) is a pretty place on the banks of a deep river, known for its pastel cottage and literary links. Popular with sailors.
- Newquay is a top spot for sustainable surfing (mankinis are banned!).
- Falmouth has a deep harbour, so popular for boats, and a mild climate with lush gardens.
- Padstow is a pretty town with cobbled streets, leading to the harbour. The Camel Trail offers a scenic riverside cycle to Wadebridge.
- Looe is an ancient port town with sandy beach, split it two by an old stone bridge (West Looe is more peaceful). Nearby Looe Island has rare plants and nesting seabirds.
- Perranporth offers three miles of sandy beach, with rock arches and caves. Nearby dunes are home to rare plants and butterflies.
- Bude lies close to the Cornish-Devon border with two large beaches. The town centre has a friendly, down-to-earth feel, with independent shops and cosy tearooms.
- St Mawes looks across the Fal Estuary. The castle anchors the water’s edge.
Truro (Cornwall’s Only Very Small City)
Truro is a Georgian city, just 9 miles from the sea. Its name means ‘three rivers’ (named after the rivers Truro, Kenwyn and Allen). Many places in Truro are named after the Lemon family, who had great political clout. Sir William Lemon and his family were wealthy landowners.
