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Summer in North Cornwall

Summer in North Cornwall

Summer in North Cornwall is all sun, sea and slow living. Discover coastal adventures, peaceful valleys, charming villages and unforgettable places to explore.

Feb 20, 2026 • Rachel Parkinson

Beaches Towns & Villages Surfing Walking & Hiking Food & Drink Culture & History Accommodation

Holidaying by The Helford

Holidaying by The Helford

Discover the magic of holidaying by The Helford, from sunrise swims and scenic coastal walks to hidden creeks, cosy pubs and returning to your Cornish Gem.

Destinations Beaches

A guide to exploring The Lizard Peninsula

A guide to exploring The Lizard Peninsula

Discover the wild beauty of the Lizard Peninsula with our guide to hidden coves, sea swims, coastal walks and local food spots, plus luxury Cornish Gems stays by the sea.

Beaches Towns & Villages

A guide to loving the rain in Cornwall

A guide to loving the rain in Cornwall

Discover how rain enhances the magic of Cornwall, from stormy coastlines to cosy luxury stays, and learn how to truly love wet weather holidays.

Towns & Villages Activities

Weather-proof luxury: embracing Cornwall in every season

Weather-proof luxury: embracing Cornwall in every season

Whatever the weather, enjoy luxury Cornish stays with cinema rooms, saunas, games spaces and private chefs at Cornish Gems.

14 things to do for Valentine’s weekend in Cornwall

14 things to do for Valentine’s weekend in Cornwall

Planning a Valentine’s weekend in Cornwall? Discover 14 romantic things to do this February, from coastal walks and winter surfing to foodie experiences and cosy stays with Cornish Gems.

Surfing Walking & Hiking

Top 5 Bridgerton-worthy Gems

Top 5 Bridgerton-worthy Gems

Celebrate Bridgerton Season 4 with Cornish Gems’ top five Bridgerton-worthy luxury holiday homes in Cornwall, from grand manors to coastal estates.

Towns & Villages Culture & History

8 activities for Easter in Cornwall

8 activities for Easter in Cornwall

Plan the perfect Easter break in Cornwall: 8 family-friendly ideas including spring events, gardens, coastal walks surf lessons and seasonal days out

Beaches Activities

Out-of-season in Cornwall: A guide to winter, spring and autumn breaks

Out-of-season in Cornwall: A guide to winter, spring and autumn breaks

Your guide to Cornwall out of season: explore Cornish Gems winter, spring and autumn itineraries, blending coastal walks, spa time and food.

Destinations Beaches

Autumn holidays: A Cornish Gems guide to 3-night breaks

Autumn holidays: A Cornish Gems guide to 3-night breaks

Autumn in Cornwall, done beautifully: four 3-night Cornish Gems itineraries for couples (dogs welcome), with cosy stays, sea air and great dining.

Destinations Beaches

Spring adventures: A Cornish Gems guide to 3-night breaks

Spring adventures: A Cornish Gems guide to 3-night breaks

Plan a spring break in Cornwall with four 3-night itineraries for couples, blending active coastal walks, wellness experiences and seasonal food.

Beaches Towns & Villages

Winter escapes: A Cornish Gems guide to 3‑night breaks

Winter escapes: A Cornish Gems guide to 3‑night breaks

A winter guide to Cornwall for adults: four restorative 3-night itineraries focused on wellness, food, coastal walking and slow travel.

Beaches Towns & Villages

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