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St Michael’s Mount

Enjoy a fabulous family day out in which you will be spoilt for choice at St Michael’s Mount. From a variety of activities and events to enjoy such as exploring the beautiful sub-tropical gardens, climbing the castle, uncovering stories about the harbour and walking the causeway. You will be fascinated by the history, legends and myths surround St Michael’s Mount.

St Michael’s Mount many say is the stuff of fairy tales, Situated majestically on an island of its very own, sits a castle which is every bit as mythical as you may think. This is why it’s no surprise how St Michael’s Mount visitor numbers have rocketed over the past decade. Whether you’re photography, tourist or you’re heading outside to experience the breath-taking coastal walks; there is something for everyone at St Michael’s Mount.

At a low tide, the causeway appears from the sea and allows access over to St Michael’s Mount via foot, walking across the ancient granite cobblestones following in the footsteps of giants and pilgrims. When the tide is high, some of St Michael’s Mount’s boatmen will ferry you across the water to the island.

One of the most noteworthy points of interest on the island is the underground railway which was used in the 1900’s by the miners who worked there in order to carry many goods and suppliers over to the island. The railway is still in use today to transport goods over to the island but because of the step gradient, it cannot be used by passengers. The National Trust neither permits public access or viewing of the railway.

The island also offers you many guided tours or you can explore the island on your own and by your own pace. The island also has their own restaurant which overlooks the coast while you have a bite to eat. So whether this is a family trip, holiday highlight or even a personal dream, make sure you visit St Michael’s Mount and make it an experience to remember.

So why not visit St Michael’s Mount today?

Cornwall Water Activities

Cornwall is arguable the king of the UK in terms of surfing and other water based activities. Cornwall has many sandy beaches with a variety of different types of sea behaviour. If you are a surfer Cornwall has many beaches that have constant waves but if you’re in to other water sports Cornwall also offer many flat seas to suit different tides, weather conditions, mood and agility.

Harlyn Surf School are one of the first companies in the UK to offer Stand-Up Paddle boarding (SUP). Cornwall is a great place to learn and enjoy SUP and at Harlyn Surf School they have many different locations to show you. Beginner sessions mainly take place on the stunning Camel estuary however if the sea is calm then they do occasionally run the lesson from Harlyn beach.

Harlyn Surf School cater for everyone by offering a variety of different difficulties so whether you’re just starting out and would like a taster of SUP of whether you have had experience before and just would like to improve your skills then Harlyn have different lessons to suit everyone.  

Harlan Surf School will supply all customers with their own wetsuits and boards so check out Harlyn Surf School today for an unforgettable experience.

Lanhydrock House

The highly rated National Trust property of Lanhydrock House is a perfect place for everyone and anyone this summer. You can discover two different sides of the Victorian lifestyle from the kitchens, nurseries and servants’ quarters to the luxury family area’s and massive bedrooms.

During spring and the summer you can stroll around the vibrant gardens and woodland areas, explore the house and all of its decorated history and treasures.

Even though during winter at Lanhydrock, the house is closed, outside you’re never short of something to do there, with weekly park runs, lots of space to run about, fly kites, ride bikes and play in, wrap up warm though.

The weekly park run at Lanhydrock is becoming increasingly more popular with more people attending every week. You can enjoy this free family 5K around the parkland. It’s not a race, but a timed run, suitable for everyone. The park run happens every Saturday starting from 09:00.

If running is not your style why not try out Lanhydrock cycle trails? Lanhydrock has six different cycle trails which are all colour coded into their difficulty so there is something for everyone. All the trails vary is distance from 1 mile - 3 miles. Lanhydrock have their own cycle hire with bikes for all ages and abilities and you can hire for half or a whole day. Helmets are free when hiring a bike.

After finishing either your rise or run you’re sure going to build up an appetite with all this exercise so be sure to try out the Park Cafe, which has a variety of hot and cold food, snacks and drinks. The Park Cafe is located near the car park and the adventure play area.