If you’re one of the lucky 25% of parents who sail through family holidays without a word uttered in anger, stop reading this now! But if you’re amongst us mere mortals, child psychologist and founder of raisingkids.co.uk, Dr Pat Spungin, has some great tips for lessening the stress and getting the most out of your all-too-short summer break. [...] Continue Reading…

Amazing art and captivating culture… discover the magic of the heritage of Cornwall, from mine engines to clay museums, historic houses to art galleries, festivals, events and the spectacular Minack Theatre. [...] Continue Reading…

With everyone is predicting a rise in camping holidays in the uk this year we thought we’d share a few of our top tips. [...] Continue Reading…

It’s October. You’ve got up early to go and walk the dog before work, taken those first few steps out the front door and suddenly felt that sinking feeling for the first time in months. That chill in the air, that crunch of the frost – in effect that signal that dictates the long, cold winter is fast approaching. And then comes that sad realisation that your trusty caravan is unlikely to see any action until the first sign of a warm front around March. [...] Continue Reading…

Newquay looks back on 1600 years of history and a dramatic change of identity from fortified cliff settlement, through tiny port to premier resort. Iron Age Man smelted ore here for weapons and tools, Industrial Age Man made it his conduit for the trade in tin and china clay, but Modern man found its hidden gold; the chain of eleven beaches that have transformed Newquay in less than a century into the most popular holiday resort in Cornwall. [...] Continue Reading…

It is always good to unpack your tent and check it before you set off on holiday. Make sure you have everything you need (pegs, poles, instructions etc.) and check the tent for any damage. If it’s a new tent, do the same, and also make sure you understand the instructions and can pitch the tent. Have a practice pitch in the back garden before you go to familiarise yourself with how it goes together. [...] Continue Reading…

Some people go on holiday to do as little as possible, spending their days lying on the beach with a best-seller or dreamily walking around one of Cornwall’s picturesque fishing towns, whilst licking an ice cream, or perhaps going to one of Cornwall’s spas. On the other hand, some people just can’t chill-out – at least not for too long! In Cornwall there are plenty of activities, which will get your adrenaline racing. [...] Continue Reading…