Cornwall in Winter

Cornwall in Winter

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Cornwall in Winter: Uncover Great Activities

Cornwall in winter is a very magical place, you can look forward to crisp hikes along the coast, wandering through peaceful towns and villages, and curling up with a hot drink in a historical house!

Winter in Cornwall is the best time of year for storm-watching, too. So, if you want to try something a little different, why not head to the stormy hot spots of the Carnewas at Bedruthan Steps and Penzance Promenade Beach?

When it comes to other memorable things to do in Cornwall in Winter, be sure to visit Mousehole Village. Here, you can look forward to some of the best Christmas lights displays in the county! The lights are dotted throughout the harbour and normally begin mid-December.

A day out at a National Trust location is a must when visiting Cornwall in December, thanks to their range of Christmas activities. Lanhydrock House and Trelissick both host Father Christmas experiences, where you’ll get to meet the renowned man himself! Cotehele also hosts an array of outdoor performances that are well worth watching!

Find the best things to in Cornwall in winter below…

  • 01. Lanhydrock House and Garden

    Treffry Lane
    Bodmin
    PL30 5AD

    01208 265950

    A magnificent Victorian country house estate with gardens and woodland for visitors to explore.

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  • 02. Cotehele

    St Dominick
    PL12 6TH

    01579 351346

    Cotehele is the ancestral home of the Edgecumbe family and comprises of a grand medieval house with Tudor additions, scenic gardens, woodlands and a quay.

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  • Mousehole village

    03. Mousehole Village

    Mousehole
    Penzance
    Cornwall
    TR19

    A picturesque fishing village brimming with character and charm that will delight visitors at every turn.

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  • Penzance Promenade

    04. Penzance Promenade Beach

    S W Coast Path
    Penzance
    Cornwall
    England
    TR18 4HH

    A mile-long shingle beach sat in front of the historic promenade at Penzance.

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  • Bedruthan Steps

    05. Carnewas at Bedruthan Steps

    Carnewas at Bedruthan
    Padstow
    Cornwall
    PL27 7UW

    Blow off the cobwebs with a walk along this ruggedly beautiful stretch of coastal land and explore the legend of Bedruthan Steps.

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  • Farmers Market

    06. Bude Artisan Market

    Bude Artisan Market
    Leven Cottages
    Bude
    Cornwall
    EX23 8LA

    Head to this weekly hub where you can meet local and independent suppliers and sample everything from cream teas to honey and cakes.

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    07. Cornwall Gold and Tolgus Mill

    New Portreath Road
    Nr Redruth
    Cornwall
    TR16 4HN

    01209 203280

    Mix history with jewellery shopping and crafts at this heritage site nestled within 18 acres of the beautiful Cornish countryside.

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  • 08. Eden Project

    Bodelva
    Par
    PL24 2SG

    01726 811911

    Described as the Eighth Wonder of the World, the Eden Project houses an incredible indoor rainforest under two biomes that visitors can explore and learn all about the complex relationship between people and plants.

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  • Eureka Escape Room Cornwall

    09. Eureka Escape Cornwall

    The Basement
    The Old Telephone Exchange
    43 – 44 New Street
    Penzance
    TR18 2LZ

    01736 366663

    With escape rooms in Falmouth, Truro, and Penzance, you can enjoy a challenge wherever you’re based in Cornwall.

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  • The Museum of Witchcraft and Magic
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    10. The Museum of Witchcraft and Magic

    The Harbour
    Boscastle
    Cornwall
    PL35 0HD

    01840 250111

    The Museum of Witchcraft and Magic offers visitors a great insight into the occult. The museum is home to an extensive collection of witch-inspired artefacts, dioramas and more!

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