Oct 14, 2007

The Little Book of Cornwall

The Little Book of Cornwall is an ecclectic mix of facts, figures, statistics and trivia about Cornwall. It perfectly captures Cornwall as if it flashed before your eyes. Delightful facts, obscure references, irreverent humour and useful knowledge all rolled into a bite sized package. What more do you want from a book? A great stocking filler and a lovely souvenir of this wonderful county.

The Little Book of Cornwall


Some books that might help you plan your holiday...

We've been scouring Amazon for a few of the latest and greatest books available on Cornwall and here's good selection...

Penwith Moods
Cornwall from Above
Wild about Cornwall
Hidden Places of Cornwall


OK, we admit it, its not always sunny...

The "101 things to do" website provides a guide to wet weather ativities in Cornwall and is a mine of some of the things that you can do regardless of the weather. So if you are looking for what do in Cornwall when it rains, then you're in the right place! If you happen to be suffering some rainy weather, then its not always obvious that you still have plenty to see and do. This website will hopefully help you to find those hidden gems that will tide you over until the sunshine magically reappears.

Of course as a wise man once said there's no such thing as bad weather just inappropriate clothing and we know our guests tend to be a bid more intrepid, they are well used to the cold winter nights walking the dog! Bud just in case you fancy the break, this site might well help you.

101 things to do on rainy days in cornwall web site


Cornwall is Europe's first ever Region of Culture

For over 20 years, Europe has recognised Capitals of Culture, where a city is chosen by the European Union and given a chance to showcase its cultural life on a local, national and international stage. But why is it only cities? Cornwall has just as much culture as a city. We're going to propose Cornwall as Europe's first ever Region of Culture. It's a bold step but we think it's worth it because, if successful, there will be a year-long celebration of Cornish culture in 2010 where Cornwall could get the cultural fame it deserves both at home and abroad.

Cornwall Culture Project



Vdubs for hire...


Ever thought of climbing into a classic VW camper van, sticking on some tunes and hitting the open road? Well now you can. There are several companies in the southe west offering the 'vdub' experience without all the hassle of actually owning one!

Seven Degrees West
O'Connors Campers


Sep 30, 2007

Helsbury Park Photo Competition 2007 / Entry 11

Rich and Lynda Lovatt sent these lovely shots of Jazz and Hextall [great name!] after they recently returned from a fantastic week at the Farmhouse, they said "Having stayed at Broadview last year we knew what a great area it was for the dogs, the highlghts were Daymer Bay, a beach just up from Widemouth and of course on the Helsbury grounds. We would like to thank you for a great week in superb accommodation and surroundings (thanks also for the recomendation of 'The Old Inn' - delicious food). We hope to be back next year."










Sep 28, 2007

Helsbury Park Photo Competition 2007 / Entry 10

You will know we have a soft spot for Weimeraners so we're pleased that Ben had a good time at Helsbury despite some inclement weather. Carol Leonard, Ben's mum, said "we enjoyed our time at Broadview, the woodland walk and the River Camel being a particular favourite of Ben's (and ours!)."






Sep 25, 2007

Helsbury Park Photo Competition 2007 / Entry 9

Well, we've seen some busy dogs in our time but Whistler must win the award for the most walks in on week! He's been all over Helsbury, up Roughtor and Brown Willy and all along the coastal path from Trebarwith to Bedruthan. Great work Whistler, it looks like you had a great time, Mike Rudd, Whistler's Dad said: "Properly dog friendly, high quality accommodation and superb location. We also dropped lucky in coinciding our stay with one of the few weeks of the English summer in 2007, so we enjoyed the best of everything Helsbury has to offer. "