Cornwall Archives - Traveler Master Traveler Master Tue, 01 Aug 2023 10:15:57 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://travelermaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/cropped-FAVICON_wp-32x32.png Cornwall Archives - Traveler Master 32 32 Top Wildlife Spots in the UK https://travelermaster.com/top-wildlife-spots-in-the-uk/ Wed, 02 Aug 2023 10:33:00 +0000 https://travelermaster.com/?p=27343 When thinking about taking a trip to spot wildlife, destinations such as Kenya, South Africa, Patagonia and Canada come to mind. In these places, it is possible to see some of the most majestic species on the planet, living within some of the most stunning environments. These are once-in-a-lifetime trips, meant for making the most […]

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]]> When thinking about taking a trip to spot wildlife, destinations such as Kenya, South Africa, Patagonia and Canada come to mind. In these places, it is possible to see some of the most majestic species on the planet, living within some of the most stunning environments. These are once-in-a-lifetime trips, meant for making the most special memories.

While the UK doesn’t immediately spring to mind when we hear the phrase “wildlife holiday”, if you are seeking a sweet, relaxing break—rather than an epic safari—wildlife spotting in the UK is definitely worth considering. There are a surprising number of interesting species living on this island, especially when the extensive coastline is taken into consideration. Here are the top three wildlife spotting sites within the UK.

Shetland

Starting with the northernmost region of the UK, Shetland is a super special place. Start on the shoreline, where it is possible to see otters swimming in the shallows, hunting for fish. There are about 1000 of these cute mammals spread across the Shetland Isles. Looking out to sea, it is possible to spot species including orcas, harbour porpoises, basking sharks, and pilot whales. These islands may be small, but they really pack a punch when it comes to wildlife.

Norfolk

This county in the southeast of the UK has plenty of coastlines, as well as extensive marshlands which are home to fascinating bird species. There are coastal nature reserves at Cley, Titchwell, Snettisham, and Sculthorpe Moor, where if you’re lucky you might spot oyster catchers, pink-footed geese, and curlews. Blakeney National Nature Reserve is an amazing place to spot seals resting on the shore before heading out to sea to hunt.

Cornwall

In the far southwest of the UK, Cornwall is surrounded by sea on three sides. This makes it an ideal place to go for a coast walk, in the hope that you might spot dolphins, basking sharks, minke whales, seals, or porpoises. The Cornish cliffs are also home to a rare bird, the chough, which has stunning black plumage with a red bill and legs.

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]]> 4 Most Picturesque Towns in Cornwall, England https://travelermaster.com/4-most-picturesque-towns-in-cornwall-england/ Mon, 20 Sep 2021 08:04:00 +0000 https://travelermaster.com/?p=25467 If you’re looking to vacation in the UK Cornwall is the place to go. The area is well known for its beaches, award-winning food, and stunning coastline. It is also home to some of the most picturesque villages you will ever see. Here are a few spots you must see in Cornwall. Boscastle and Tintagel […]

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]]> If you’re looking to vacation in the UK Cornwall is the place to go. The area is well known for its beaches, award-winning food, and stunning coastline. It is also home to some of the most picturesque villages you will ever see. Here are a few spots you must see in Cornwall.

Boscastle and Tintagel

The village of Boscastle is full of history and medieval myths. The area offers miles of dramatic unspoiled coastline and beautiful landscapes to explore. About a ten-minute drive from the town, you’ll find Tintagel castle, the birthplace of the Arthurian legends.

St Ives

Artists have been drawn to St Ives for centuries thanks to its unique natural light and breathtaking seascapes. Today, it is one of Cornwall’s main tourist attractions, and home to the world-famous Tate Gallery St Ives.

Fowey

Nestled on the South Coast of Cornwall, Fowey is a bustling fishing port. It’s known for its pretty boat trips along the estuary, its narrow streets, and eclectic mix of shops.

Marazion

Marazion is famous for the castle at St Michael’s Mount, but it is not the only thing to see in this lovely town. Marazion has a fascinating history, with striking views towards the Lizard Peninsula and Land’s End.

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]]> 5 Mysterious Landmarks For History Lovers in Cornwall, UK https://travelermaster.com/5-mysterious-landmarks-for-history-lovers-in-cornwall-uk/ Tue, 26 Nov 2019 06:00:05 +0000 https://stagingtrm.wpengine.com/?p=11197 Cornwall is known for its surfing and party atmosphere. Often thought of as a young adventurous holiday, you would be forgiven for overlooking some of the most impressive historical sites in England. These five landmark attractions are definitely worth a visit. Tintagel: The Home of King Arthur Steeped in history and legend, Tintagel Castle is […]

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]]> Cornwall is known for its surfing and party atmosphere. Often thought of as a young adventurous holiday, you would be forgiven for overlooking some of the most impressive historical sites in England.

These five landmark attractions are definitely worth a visit.

Tintagel: The Home of King Arthur

Steeped in history and legend, Tintagel Castle is a must if you are a fan of old English castles. Thought to be the place King Arthur was conceived, the whole area is shrouded with mystery and history. The castle is half on land and half jettying out onto the jagged rocks above the Cornish sea. You can also explore the caves where Merlin is believed to have lived.

St Nectan’s Glen

Just outside Tintagel, you will find an enchanted path leading to a sacred waterfall. This was thought to be the route that King Arthur led his knights before battle. To this day, you will find the serene gully laden with ritual offerings and gifts for the fairies. 

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ST NECTAN'S GLEN Yesterday I visited this enchanting place called St Nectan's Glen on the River Trevillet in Trethevy near Tintagel in North Cornwall. The waterfall is reached by a beautiful 1 mile walk alongside the river up through the steep sided valley, surrounded by trees and plants that make this a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Named one of Britain's "happiest views", the waterfall is actually something of a hidden gem so it was nice to find a place that wasn't busy and overcrowded. There are a number of waterfalls but this one called St Nectan's Kieve is the most impressive. A 60ft drop over Devon Ian Slate, the water has punched a hole through the rock before continuing down the valley and its such a unique and tranquil place with moss covered rock and ancient woodland. The waters are said to have healing powers and there are many stacked piles of rocks created in memory of loved ones, coins inserted into logs and benches by people making wishes and charms, bracelets and ribbons hung on tree branches. Without wanting to give the secret away too much, this is definitely worth a visit if you're in Cornwall and haven't been before!

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Museum of Witchcraft and Magic

This museum in Boscastle is certainly worth a visit. It holds one of the world’s largest collections of items associated with witchcraft and magic and is packed full of curiosities.  Its quirky natural charm will draw you in and intrigue your mystical side.

The Minnack Theatre

This theatre is one of the world’s most famous outdoor theatres, with thousands of people visiting to experience the surrounding beauty and live performances. The theatre was used in 1944 for the film “Love Story” with Stewart Granger and Margaret Lockwood.

St Michael’s Mount

The castle on Mount Bay looks like a real Disney castle. Surrounded by subtropical gardens and only accessed by a tidal causeway, the place feels magical and enchanted.  It is a place of legend and myths, thought to be a focal point for mermaids luring seafarers onto the rocks.

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Michaelmas Day, on October 11, marks the end of blackberry season. It was then that the forces of Good, led by the Archangel Michael, drove the Devil out of Heaven. Country legend claims he fell straight down into a blackberry bush. He cursed its fruit as he picked himself up; in Yorkshire, they say he spat on the berries, down south, that he peed on them. Either way, they aren’t good eating any more. It’s a feast in celebration of the Archangel Michael, whose churches often appear on rocky outcrops, such as Brentor on Dartmoor, and whose most tantalising monument in England is the St Michael Line, which runs straight as an arrow between St Michael’s Mount in Cornwall and the ruined abbey of the martyred king Edmund at Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk. · · · 📷 by ValeryEgorov / Getty #stmichaelsmount #cornwall #stmichaelsline #michaelmas

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> Cornwall Archives - Traveler Master Traveler Master Tue, 01 Aug 2023 10:15:57 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://travelermaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/cropped-FAVICON_wp-32x32.png Cornwall Archives - Traveler Master 32 32 Top Wildlife Spots in the UK https://travelermaster.com/top-wildlife-spots-in-the-uk/ Wed, 02 Aug 2023 10:33:00 +0000 https://travelermaster.com/?p=27343 When thinking about taking a trip to spot wildlife, destinations such as Kenya, South Africa, Patagonia and Canada come to mind. In these places, it is possible to see some of the most majestic species on the planet, living within some of the most stunning environments. These are once-in-a-lifetime trips, meant for making the most […]

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]]> When thinking about taking a trip to spot wildlife, destinations such as Kenya, South Africa, Patagonia and Canada come to mind. In these places, it is possible to see some of the most majestic species on the planet, living within some of the most stunning environments. These are once-in-a-lifetime trips, meant for making the most special memories.

While the UK doesn’t immediately spring to mind when we hear the phrase “wildlife holiday”, if you are seeking a sweet, relaxing break—rather than an epic safari—wildlife spotting in the UK is definitely worth considering. There are a surprising number of interesting species living on this island, especially when the extensive coastline is taken into consideration. Here are the top three wildlife spotting sites within the UK.

Shetland

Starting with the northernmost region of the UK, Shetland is a super special place. Start on the shoreline, where it is possible to see otters swimming in the shallows, hunting for fish. There are about 1000 of these cute mammals spread across the Shetland Isles. Looking out to sea, it is possible to spot species including orcas, harbour porpoises, basking sharks, and pilot whales. These islands may be small, but they really pack a punch when it comes to wildlife.

Norfolk

This county in the southeast of the UK has plenty of coastlines, as well as extensive marshlands which are home to fascinating bird species. There are coastal nature reserves at Cley, Titchwell, Snettisham, and Sculthorpe Moor, where if you’re lucky you might spot oyster catchers, pink-footed geese, and curlews. Blakeney National Nature Reserve is an amazing place to spot seals resting on the shore before heading out to sea to hunt.

Cornwall

In the far southwest of the UK, Cornwall is surrounded by sea on three sides. This makes it an ideal place to go for a coast walk, in the hope that you might spot dolphins, basking sharks, minke whales, seals, or porpoises. The Cornish cliffs are also home to a rare bird, the chough, which has stunning black plumage with a red bill and legs.

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]]> 4 Most Picturesque Towns in Cornwall, England https://travelermaster.com/4-most-picturesque-towns-in-cornwall-england/ Mon, 20 Sep 2021 08:04:00 +0000 https://travelermaster.com/?p=25467 If you’re looking to vacation in the UK Cornwall is the place to go. The area is well known for its beaches, award-winning food, and stunning coastline. It is also home to some of the most picturesque villages you will ever see. Here are a few spots you must see in Cornwall. Boscastle and Tintagel […]

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]]> If you’re looking to vacation in the UK Cornwall is the place to go. The area is well known for its beaches, award-winning food, and stunning coastline. It is also home to some of the most picturesque villages you will ever see. Here are a few spots you must see in Cornwall.

Boscastle and Tintagel

The village of Boscastle is full of history and medieval myths. The area offers miles of dramatic unspoiled coastline and beautiful landscapes to explore. About a ten-minute drive from the town, you’ll find Tintagel castle, the birthplace of the Arthurian legends.

St Ives

Artists have been drawn to St Ives for centuries thanks to its unique natural light and breathtaking seascapes. Today, it is one of Cornwall’s main tourist attractions, and home to the world-famous Tate Gallery St Ives.

Fowey

Nestled on the South Coast of Cornwall, Fowey is a bustling fishing port. It’s known for its pretty boat trips along the estuary, its narrow streets, and eclectic mix of shops.

Marazion

Marazion is famous for the castle at St Michael’s Mount, but it is not the only thing to see in this lovely town. Marazion has a fascinating history, with striking views towards the Lizard Peninsula and Land’s End.

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]]> 5 Mysterious Landmarks For History Lovers in Cornwall, UK https://travelermaster.com/5-mysterious-landmarks-for-history-lovers-in-cornwall-uk/ Tue, 26 Nov 2019 06:00:05 +0000 https://stagingtrm.wpengine.com/?p=11197 Cornwall is known for its surfing and party atmosphere. Often thought of as a young adventurous holiday, you would be forgiven for overlooking some of the most impressive historical sites in England. These five landmark attractions are definitely worth a visit. Tintagel: The Home of King Arthur Steeped in history and legend, Tintagel Castle is […]

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]]> Cornwall is known for its surfing and party atmosphere. Often thought of as a young adventurous holiday, you would be forgiven for overlooking some of the most impressive historical sites in England.

These five landmark attractions are definitely worth a visit.

Tintagel: The Home of King Arthur

Steeped in history and legend, Tintagel Castle is a must if you are a fan of old English castles. Thought to be the place King Arthur was conceived, the whole area is shrouded with mystery and history. The castle is half on land and half jettying out onto the jagged rocks above the Cornish sea. You can also explore the caves where Merlin is believed to have lived.

St Nectan’s Glen

Just outside Tintagel, you will find an enchanted path leading to a sacred waterfall. This was thought to be the route that King Arthur led his knights before battle. To this day, you will find the serene gully laden with ritual offerings and gifts for the fairies. 

View this post on Instagram

ST NECTAN'S GLEN Yesterday I visited this enchanting place called St Nectan's Glen on the River Trevillet in Trethevy near Tintagel in North Cornwall. The waterfall is reached by a beautiful 1 mile walk alongside the river up through the steep sided valley, surrounded by trees and plants that make this a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Named one of Britain's "happiest views", the waterfall is actually something of a hidden gem so it was nice to find a place that wasn't busy and overcrowded. There are a number of waterfalls but this one called St Nectan's Kieve is the most impressive. A 60ft drop over Devon Ian Slate, the water has punched a hole through the rock before continuing down the valley and its such a unique and tranquil place with moss covered rock and ancient woodland. The waters are said to have healing powers and there are many stacked piles of rocks created in memory of loved ones, coins inserted into logs and benches by people making wishes and charms, bracelets and ribbons hung on tree branches. Without wanting to give the secret away too much, this is definitely worth a visit if you're in Cornwall and haven't been before!

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Museum of Witchcraft and Magic

This museum in Boscastle is certainly worth a visit. It holds one of the world’s largest collections of items associated with witchcraft and magic and is packed full of curiosities.  Its quirky natural charm will draw you in and intrigue your mystical side.

The Minnack Theatre

This theatre is one of the world’s most famous outdoor theatres, with thousands of people visiting to experience the surrounding beauty and live performances. The theatre was used in 1944 for the film “Love Story” with Stewart Granger and Margaret Lockwood.

St Michael’s Mount

The castle on Mount Bay looks like a real Disney castle. Surrounded by subtropical gardens and only accessed by a tidal causeway, the place feels magical and enchanted.  It is a place of legend and myths, thought to be a focal point for mermaids luring seafarers onto the rocks.

View this post on Instagram

Michaelmas Day, on October 11, marks the end of blackberry season. It was then that the forces of Good, led by the Archangel Michael, drove the Devil out of Heaven. Country legend claims he fell straight down into a blackberry bush. He cursed its fruit as he picked himself up; in Yorkshire, they say he spat on the berries, down south, that he peed on them. Either way, they aren’t good eating any more. It’s a feast in celebration of the Archangel Michael, whose churches often appear on rocky outcrops, such as Brentor on Dartmoor, and whose most tantalising monument in England is the St Michael Line, which runs straight as an arrow between St Michael’s Mount in Cornwall and the ruined abbey of the martyred king Edmund at Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk. · · · 📷 by ValeryEgorov / Getty #stmichaelsmount #cornwall #stmichaelsline #michaelmas

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