When we get chance to head to the beach, there are a few we always make a beeline for. Here’s Western Discoveries’ selection of West Cornwall’s best beaches
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How To Buy Walking Boots
The best investment you can make before striding out along Cornwall’s coastal paths is a good pair of walking boots. Here’s our guide...
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A Quick Walk Through Cornwall’s History
Take a quick walk through Cornwall’s history, and we’ll recommend some walking tours that take in significant places
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Bird Life on the Cornish Coast Path
West Cornwall is uniquely placed to attract a diverse range of birds. Here’s a quick look at which birds you might spot on one of our walks.
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West Cornwall’s Literary Connections
West Cornwall has inspired as many writers as it has artists and here are a few literary connections to be aware of while you’re walking the Cornish coast path.
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Celebrating the South West Coast Path
Take a look at the U.K's longest and most stunning natural trail - 630 miles from Minehead in Somerset to Poole Harbour in Dorset
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The Best Hikes in Cornwall – Part 2
When it comes to hiking, Cornwall is superb and should be near the top of every one’s must-hike list. Part two of our guide to the best walks in Cornwall.
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Hiking in Cornwall: Month by Month Weather Guide
To help you choose when to book your walking holiday in Cornwall, here’s a month-by-month guide to the weather.
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Exploring the Lizard’s Geology
Out on its own and almost an island, the Lizard Peninsula has its own wild beauty and unique geology.
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Walking And Wellness: Why Striding Out Is Good For You
Walking can have a wonderfully positive effect on our wellbeing. Discover more...
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Penzance: Britain’s First Plastic-free Town
Welcome to Plastic Free Penzance. Reduce. Refill. Rethink
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Hiking the West Coast of Cornwall
Head west to Penzance and keep on going until you can’t go any further. This is Cornwall’s west coast, a wave-lashed landscape of sweeping bays and majestic cliffs.
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Did You Know …? Random Cornish Facts
We all know plenty of facts about Cornwall – so we’ve delved deep to come up with some rather more obscure ones…
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The Isles of Scilly
The Isles of Scilly may be close to the Cornish coast, but they’re another world and are one of our favourite places to unwind.
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Preparing For Your Walking Holiday
All our walks require a certain degree of fitness, especially if you want to enjoy the breath-taking scenery without being too short of breath.
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2020 West Cornwall Festivals and Events
When you’re planning your Cornwall walking holiday, it’s always worth checking out what’s on in the area. See
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The Rocks Beneath Our Feet: Cornish Hikes for Geologists
Our mineral-rich heritage is all around us, and all our walking holidays take in areas of special geological interest. Discover the the best coastal walks for geologists in Cornwall.
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Our Favourite Cornish Food
An army marches on its stomach, right? Well, so do walkers, and there’s nothing like some hearty Cornish food on a good coastal walk. Here are a few of our favourite local foods.
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Walking Rosamunde Pilcher’s Cornwall
Rosamunde Pilcher’s written descriptions of Cornwall, especially the coast, are beautifully vivid and evocative.
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The Best Walking Holiday Rest Day Activities
Add a day (or two) to make the most of Cornwall's gardens, beaches and charming harbour towns.
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The Best Hiking Tours For Gardens In Cornwall
It really is worth taking in a stunning Cornish garden or two and we’d like to introduce you to a few of our favourites.
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Summer wildlife on Cornwall’s coast path
What wildlife can you see on a summer walk in Cornwall? Here are a few of our must-spot favourites.
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5 Walking Holidays For Art Enthusiasts
There are so many reasons to visit our beautiful county, and a love of Cornish art is one of them.
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Essential kit for Cornish walking holidays
Packing for a walking holiday requires some careful planning, especially in Cornwall. What do you need to wear and pack?
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Spring wildlife on the Cornish coast path
Spring’s here, and it feels like nature’s waking up again. There’s a lot of wonderful wildlife to spot here in Cornwall, in the sea, sky and inland.
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Why We Love Cornwall
Why do we love Cornwall so much? Here are just a few of the reasons...
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5 Walking Holidays For Poldark Fans
Love settling down on a Sunday to watch Poldark? It’s time to leave that sofa and head out for a walking holiday in Cornwall that lets you see the stunning locations for yourself…
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2019 West Cornwall Festivals and Events
When you’re planning your Cornwall walking holiday, it’s always worth checking out what’s on in the area.
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The Best Walks in Cornwall – Part 1
With over 296 miles of stunning coast line, wind-swept moors and endless footpaths, Cornwall offers some of the UK’s best hiking. Come and take a look at some of our favourites.
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South West Coast Path in Winter
Wild, windy, beautiful and empty. Cornwall comes into its own once the crowds depart and the Atlantic storms are unleashed. Short day walks in between the storms are the way to go.
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3 Walks for Foodies
As far as we’re concerned, the best days out are all about three simple things: fresh air, great views and delicious food. Here are a few of our food-with a view favourites.
When we get chance to head to the beach, there are a few we always make a beeline for. Here’s Western Discoveries’ selection of West Cornwall’s best beaches
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How To Buy Walking Boots
The best investment you can make before striding out along Cornwall’s coastal paths is a good pair of walking boots. Here’s our guide...
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