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Cornwall has long been a haven for creatives, drawing artists and makers to its picturesque landscapes and rich cultural heritage. For those dreaming of a space that fuels imagination and supports creative endeavours, each of these properties offer the perfect blend of inspiration, practicality, and charm.
Storm Durragh is just behind us, but so too are elections either side of the Atlantic and a budget here too. Whilst the latter wasn't quite as tough overall as predicted, it certainly did no favours for tourism and farming-heavy parts of the country like Cornwall.
With 400 miles of captivating coastline, charming fishing villages and world-class food and drink, it’s little wonder that Cornwall is one of the UK’s most loved destinations. It’s certainly no secret that England’s southerly tip makes a magical summer escape, and July and August can see Cornwall’s best beaches bursting at the seams. But while the crowds flock to the county’s big-hitter hotspots, for those willing to venture off the beaten path, there are hidden gems to be discovered and explored. From secluded coves and concealed lagoons to local gin makers and hidden hotels, here are 15 of the best secret things to do in Cornwall.
Here are 4 big reasons why we feel now is the best time to buy residential property since early 2019.
Although the ever-changing property market and the volatile media that surrounds it may seem all a bit daunting, there are many contributing factors – especially here in Cornwall - that often get overlooked and do have a huge impact on the success of a house sale…
The Camel Estuary is a broad tidal river valley that spans over half a mile wide at Padstow and stretches lazily inland for five miles up to Wadebridge. A tranquil and intimate landscape, it gains a sense of shelter and richness from the many small woods and creeks that flank the estuary and is unusual in that, due to its sandy shore, it is just as beautiful at low tide as it is when the plug is in!
After pumping up the UK housing market over the craziness of 2020/21, some of the tabloid newspapers now seem to be trying to push it off a cliff with lots of talk about falls in average UK house price. Surprise, surprise!
But before we get carried away, what does this 'average' statistic actually mean - and is it helpful?
It’s often said that the further west you travel, the wilder Cornwall becomes. Tucked away in the extreme southwest of mainland Britain, the Penwith peninsula feels like the very edge of the world. Flanked by the Atlantic on all sides – and often bearing the full brunt of its rages – the landscape here is as rugged as it comes and it’s all the more beautiful for it.
After pumping up the UK housing market over the craziness of 2020/21, some of the tabloid newspapers now seem to be trying to push it off a cliff with lots of talk about falls in average UK house price. Surprise, surprise!
But before we get carried away, what does this 'average' statistic actually mean - and is it helpful?
A playground for watersports, Falmouth Harbour is one of the largest natural harbours in the world. Surrounded by areas of outstanding natural beauty, historic estates and verdant gardens, the numerous arms and creeks amount to around 85 miles of shoreline and the estuary stretches inland right up to the small city of Truro with its magnificent cathedral.
Markets are always changing. I was once told by a very successful and experienced investor that all markets are actually driven by sentiment (as opposed to fundamentals), which drives prices up or down, as it strengthens or weakens and greed changes to fear. So what is happening 'at the coal face' of the prime Cornish property market right now - and crucially what could that mean for both sellers and buyers?
The Southwest Coast Path offers some of the most spectacular hiking in the UK and we are fortunate to have the best of it right on our doorstep here in Cornwall. Here are our best bits...
For those who like to get away from it all, The Lizard is another world. The most southerly point in mainland Britain, it’s dramatically wild on the west, while the quieter east coast has some of the prettiest fishing villages and secret sandy coves in Cornwall.
We name just a few of the emerging artists making waves in Cornwall’s art scene.