See also Beaches and Coast Walks

THE EDEN PROJECT
Tropical and mediterranean trees and plants in two large 'biomes' in an impressive setting, Very crowded on wet days in the peak season, but go there on a better day for less people and to enjoy the attractive outdoor gardens. Good cafes. Started by a Dutchman, Tim Smit. 25 miles, near St Austell.
www.edenproject.com

THE LOST GARDENS OF HELIGAN
Renovated gardens of a Victorian estate (another of Tim Smit's projects). Close to Gorran Haven beach and Mevagissey, 34 miles.
www.heligan.com

THE MONKEY SANCTUARY
Centre for rescued monkeys and environmental education, based around a Victorian house in a beautiful location overlooking the sea. Good vegetarian cafe in the car park. 1½ miles, 30 minutes walk.
www.monkeysanctuary.org

LOOE ISLAND
Nature reserve managed by Cornwall Wildlife Trust, good for birdwatching. Take a boat trip from the quay at Looe (times subject to tides), and spend about 2 hours on the island. 5 miles.
www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk

FISHING TRIPS
2 hour trips for mackerel, or 4 hour trips for deep sea fishing, from Looe quay. Bring home your supper.

FOWEY
Take the pedestrian ferry from Polruan, take a look around Fowey, take the car ferry back to Bodinnick, then walk through the woods alongside the estuary back to Polruan. Try canoeing in the estuary. 15 miles.

THE HURLERS STONE CIRCLES
Near Minions, on the edge of Bodmin Moor. Large and impressive Bronze Age stone circles, great views over SE Cornwall (on a clear day). Walk one mile over the open moor to the Cheesewring rock formation. 16 miles. Not far from KING DONIERT'S STONE (9th century inscribed stones) and GOLITHA FALLS (rapids and waterfall amongst ancient woodland).

TINTAGEL
King Arthurs Castle and St. Nectan's Glen, North Cornwall, Great stretch of rugged coast. 37 miles via Bolventor, 1½ hours drive.

PLYMOUTH
Take the scenic way into Plymouth via the Cremyll Ferry (foot passengers only) from near Mt. Edgecumbe (13 miles). Walk around the sea front to the historic Plymouth Hoe and Barbican (2 miles from ferry).

Links to external websites
Cornwall Tourist Board
Cornwall Holiday Guide