Countdown to a Cornish Christmas
With Christmas now just over a month away, more than a few of us have felt our thoughts turning to seasonal pursuits including buying gifts, hunting out decorations, and planning …
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Truro set for spectacular annual City of Lights parade
A collective of people of all ages from all across Truro and beyond will be putting the finishing touches to their amazing lanterns this week in preparation of the annual …
Sad moment as Downton Abbey dog dies
There was a sad moment in the final episode of Downton Abbey this weekend when Lord Grantham’s faithful pale yellow lab passed away. The dog, called Isis (it was named …
Santa and his reindeer are heading to Cornwall
It may seem weeks away, but the festive season is fast approaching. When you are taking your short break in Cornwall, Truro is a must visit to see its spectacular …
Is shellfish too “posh” for diners?
Researchers claim to have discovered that restaurants with shellfish on the menu could be excluding some diners who feel delicacies like oysters are too “posh”. The study group which conducted …
The Valley wins first ‘Dog Friendly’ award
The Valley’s commitment to offering first class self-catering accommodation to dogs (and their owners) has been recognised at the 2014/15 Cornwall Tourism Awards by winning bronze in the Dog Friendly …
RECIPE: Make your very own traditional Cornish pasty
Booked your dog friendly Cornwall cottages, taken the dog for a lovely countryside walk, and fancy preparing a tasty bite to eat? We have just the thing for you. Why …
Truro park to get £200k makeover
A play equipment design makeover costing £200,000 has been revealed for Boscawen Park in Truro this week. The Friends of Boscawen Park announced earlier this year that they had been …
Wildlife and nature to look out for in Cornwall this Autumn
Including the area surrounding our luxury holiday cottages, Cornwall is known for its stunning, serene countryside, which is home to a wide variety of wildlife and nature delights. This is …
Cornwall to benefit from A303 improvements?
Travelling to 5 star cottages in Cornwall could soon become easier as the Government are looking to publish a ten-year plan to dual the A303. If the plan goes ahead, …
November snow for Cornish school kids
Our county is a magical place for youngsters, which means holidays in Cornwall with children have always been popular. The hundreds of beautiful beaches provide stunning places for children to …
£2.5m funding boost for Newquay to London Gatwick air route
Great news for visitors to luxury cottages in Cornwall who like to travel by plane from London as news is revealed of a new four year, £2.5m government funding deal …