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The Cornwall Journal

Guides, stories, and things to do — from people who live here.

Written by Rebecca Moore, in-house editor

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The Minack Theatre: What to Know Before You Go

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The Minack Theatre: What to Know Before You Go

Carved into the cliffs above Porthcurno with the Atlantic behind the stage, the Minack is like nowhere else. Here's what to know before you go.

9 MIN READ · JUNE 2026

The Best Dog-Friendly Beaches in Cornwall

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The Best Dog-Friendly Beaches in Cornwall

From Gwithian's golden sweep to the coves of the far west, a warm guide to the Cornish beaches that welcome dogs and the practicalities of travelling with one.

7 MIN READ · JUNE 2026

Cornwall’s Best Surf Beaches (and Where to Stay)

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Cornwall’s Best Surf Beaches (and Where to Stay)

Cornwall is where Britain learned to surf. Here are the beaches that earned it that reputation, from gentle beginner sands to serious open-coast swell.

8 MIN READ · JUNE 2026

Cornwall’s Hidden Coves & Quiet Beaches

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Cornwall’s Hidden Coves & Quiet Beaches

The lesser-known coves and harder-to-reach beaches where you can still find peace — and the simple tricks of timing that keep them quiet even in summer.

8 MIN READ · JUNE 2026

Rainy Day in Cornwall: 15 Things to Do

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Rainy Day in Cornwall: 15 Things to Do

When the rain comes in off the Atlantic, Cornwall doesn't close — it changes. Fifteen ways to spend a wet day brilliantly.

8 MIN READ · JUNE 2026

Walking the South West Coast Path in Cornwall: 6 Best Stretches

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Walking the South West Coast Path in Cornwall: 6 Best Stretches

England's longest waymarked trail hugs every mile of the Cornish coast. Six of its most spectacular stretches, and how to walk them well.

8 MIN READ · JUNE 2026

St Michael’s Mount: A Visiting Guide

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St Michael’s Mount: A Visiting Guide

The tidal island off Marazion, with its castle, sub-tropical gardens and cobbled causeway — how to plan a visit and time the tides just right.

7 MIN READ · JUNE 2026

Things to Do in Cornwall: The Big Guide

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Things to Do in Cornwall: The Big Guide

Beaches, gardens, harbour towns, world-famous attractions and rainy-day rescues — your friendly, well-organised guide to the very best of Cornwall.

8 MIN READ · JUNE 2026

The Best Beaches in Cornwall

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The Best Beaches in Cornwall

An honest, coast-by-coast guide to the best beaches in Cornwall, from the big surf of the north to the quiet, turquoise coves of the west and south.

9 MIN READ · JUNE 2026