January 31, 2024The winter frost is melting away and soon enough, we’re going to be greeted by the sun-soaked shores of summer. Get ready to discover an enchanting journey through the picturesque landscapes and coastal wonders of Cornwall, where heartwarming family moments are met with laughter, adventure, and a resounding commitment to wellbeing.
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January 24, 2024As February ushers in a gentle transition from winter to spring, Cornwall beckons with its breathtaking landscapes, charming villages and a unique opportunity to prioritise your wellbeing during the half-term break. Beyond the conventional holiday escapades, experience a new chapter of Cornwall with your family, that celebrates tranquillity, mindfulness and harmonious connection with nature.
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January 3, 2024Cornwall is flooded with intimate days out, for all types of couples, whether you’re adventure-seekers or prefer a laid-back approach to romance. In Cornwall, we don’t choose the ordinary path of activities, as we’ve got heaps of unique and exciting days out, that compare to the generic ‘picnic in the park’ or ‘pottery painting’ excursion.
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June 2, 2023Cornwall is our home, and we’re passionate about keeping it clean, safe, and protected. We’ve nailed delivering high quality, luxury holidays in Cornwall, but there is uncertainty and concern about Climate Change and the impact it’ll have on Cornwall, such as rising sea levels, faster coastal erosion, and more. As a leading business in our industry, we feel both passionate and responsible about tackling these issues where we have the power to do so.
We caught up with Emma, our Environmental Social Governance (ESG) Manager in light of World Environment Day 2023 to get her insights on all the things Cornish Gems do to ensure we prioritise the environment…
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May 29, 2023Surrounded by the ocean on all sides but one, our county is one of fishing, secluded coves and pumping surf. With endless spots along Cornwall’s coastline begging for a bracing dip, it’s no surprise that wild swimming in Cornwall is a popular pastime for locals and visitors.
In recent years, the UK has seen a boom in wild swimming activity, with first timers heading towards lakes, rivers and oceans. But we caught up with someone who has been in and out of the sea for as long as she can remember. Kate Passmore (@katetocoast) is a wild swimming enthusiast, embedded in the open water swimming community. We touched base with Kate to get her knowledge, insights and experiences of Wild Swimming in Cornwall, and to find out what keeps Kate going back to the ocean for more…
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April 20, 2023The search for a more sustainable holiday has certainly gained momentum, with many of our guests seeking to reduce their carbon footprint, and tread a little lighter on the destinations they love to visit. Whilst travel will always have some impact on the planet, how can we minimise the damage and still explore?
Now we’re a certified B Corp organisation, we want to share our top ways to have a more sustainable holiday in Cornwall. From considering how you get here, to leaving your favourite place better than you found it, let this be your go-to guide for travelling more mindfully, without compromising on your fulfilling, indulgent, and memory-packed staycation.
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September 12, 2022Summer seems to slip by so quickly, and yet there is so much to look forward to when autumn comes around. From pottery workshops to pumpkin picking; we round up our favourite autumn activities in Cornwall, to help you make the most of your wholesome autumn escape.
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March 28, 2022Having never been to Cornwall before, we invited interiors aficionado Sarah from The Copper Beech House to experience a stay with Cornish Gems.
Knowing Sarah has a keen eye for detail and design, whilst also being busy mum of two little ones, Sea Song in Falmouth ticked all the boxes for their family getaway by the sea.
Sarah gives us a sneak peek into their Cornish adventure last winter – for more information on how to
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March 9, 2022Spring in Cornwall is all about shaking off the winter blues a little earlier than most of the country. Of course, the milder weather and lighter evenings make it a perfect time to explore our beautiful county.Read more
January 21, 2022At Cornish Gems we have always loved Cornwall, the landscape, the coast, the culture and the people. We understand that loving Cornwall is not enough, we are pro- actively searching for ways across the business to reduce our impact on the planet.Read more
April 9, 2021Our incredible Extraordinary Gems collection showcases the best large holiday homes in Cornwall. From mid-summer gatherings with cliff-top hot tubs, to Yuletide celebrations in the grandest of dining rooms, read on to discover our top ten large holiday homes for gatherings.
Situated in breathtaking locations around Cornwall, our Extraordinary Gems pull out all the stops when it comes to luxury holidaying, featuring everything from cinema rooms to hot tubs, private beach access to serene wellness spas.
January 2, 2020Cornwall lends itself to new beginnings, new experiences and feeling good. Of all the ways to start a new decade, we place a wellbeing break in Cornwall at the very top of the list.Read more