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Nestled next to Devon, Cornwall in the southwest of the UK is home to some of the most beautiful sites you will ever see in the country.
On the north coast of Cornwall, there is the scenic St Ives, while to the far west, there is Penzance, renowned for its pirate caves. So, if you are a fan of seeing beautiful scenery, and live in or are visiting the UK, you may want to put Cornwall on your list!
How can you see it all? There are several ways, and this article will walk you through some of the most fun options.
1. Hike It
Hiking around Cornwall is one of the easiest, cheapest, and healthiest ways to see this area fully. Just be prepared for some pretty rough terrain in some areas and some deep inclines! There are tonnes of hiking routes to choose from, from the Mighty Hikes in Cornwall, to the Padstone and Trevone Circular, which has an estimated turnaround time of around 3 hours.
Of course, if it is your first hiking, be sure to go with a group and take plenty of water and sun protection. Then, all you have to do is ensure you pack a camera and take lots of pics of the scenic areas.
2. Run It
If you want to see Cornwall, but want to do so at a faster pace than walking, there is the option to do it via many of the marathons that are held in the area.
For instance, on October the 20th of 2024, there is the Eden Project Marathon, as well as the Eden Project Half Marathon. This encompasses a multi-terrain route and allows you to see the countryside around the Eden Project area. Or, if you fancy taking part in a run a bit later into autumn or winter, why not go for the Cornish marathon? This is an all-road marathon and takes its runners around some of the most beautiful parts of Cornwall, including Bodmin Moor to the Fowey Valley.
Or, if you are a fan of the seaside or the coast, why not take part in the Lighthouse Marathon? This is due to take place on November the 9th 2024, and is a fully coastal marathon.
Remember, to take part in most marathons, you have toofficially sign-up. So, make sure you are registered before you turn up to run!
3. Bike It
If the pace of hiking is too slow for you, and you have an all-weather bike, why not up the adrenaline and bike yourself around Cornwall?
There are plenty of biking trails around Cornwall that you canchoose from. The most famous routes include the Camel Trail, which is a 17-mile trail from Padstow to Bodmin, to the Mineral Tramways Network, which follows the historic mining routes around central Cornwall. Just make sure you check the weather beforehand, as many of these routes have hills and other slopes, which can become slippery and dangerous in wet weather.
4. Drive It
If you have young kids, and want to see even more of Cornwall, then the idea of taking a bike tour can seem a bit slow-paced. Or, if you have very young children, it may be impractical to expect them to travel across Cornwall with their bike stabilisers still on! So, why not see this stunning area with a car tour?
Much like the hikes and the bike rides, there are many driving routes that can allow you to see the entire of Cornwall quickly, and will allow you to pull over and admire some of the most stunning scenery in the UK. Some routes you simply have to take will likely include the St Ives to Sennen Cove drive, and the Boscastle to Bude drive.
5. Surf It
If you love the water and have a surfboard, it is well worth looking into surfing your way around Cornwall. This will allow you to see all of the beaches and coast lines and even walk around the seaside towns while also staying cool if you are surfing in mid-summer.
Cornwall is renowned for being a great surfing destination for professionals and amateurs alike. Some of the best surfing spots include Porthmeor, Perranporth, and Widemouth Bay for those who have a bit more advanced surfing technique. For beginners, you can see this location via the surfing spots atPorthleven and Fistral Beach. Just make sure you are ready for some epic swells in the water- you may even think you are in Miami!
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Bex Gawne
Since graduating from university with a degree in English Literature & Creative Writing, Bex has worked in the media and digital marketing industries for almost a decade. She specialises in writing health and lifestyle content and is passionate about making a difference. Outside of this, Bex has a keen interest in history, so you can often find her with a cup of tea, curled up with a historical novel, with her ragdoll cat by her side.
