Visit Devon and Cornwall Magazine

Porthleven in a storm

jamie — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 22:18:35 +0000

Just to prove to you, that you can have a great time in Cornwall, no matter what the weather is doing I have uploaded this shot of Porthleven, West Cornwall in the March 10th Storms.

Plenty to do in Cornwall

There are many other things to see and do if the weather is against you there is allways an option. Cornwall is full of great theme parks and rainy day bolt holes. Over the next few weeks and months I will show you them, here on this magazine.

Advertise your holiday accommodation for 2008

jamie — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 14:35:44 +0000

We have had an influx of new properties on the site in the past 15 days. Now is the time you want to be looking to market your holiday accommodation for the 2008 season.

If you want any help with getting you property on this free web site please contact us using our this link

We are seeing alot of enquiries comming through the site at the moment, with Cornwall being the most popular destination at the moment.

I am looking forward to a very busy season this year and I hope 2008 will be one to remember with clear skies and hot sun.

MSC Napoli

jamie — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 14:15:05 +0000

Sadly this vessel is still lying off the East Devon coast between Branscombe and Seaton. There is an interesting article on the fishing-blog about the boat, with a few pictures as well.

To read more have a look here MSC Napoli

National Maritime museum Falmouth - Family Christmas events

jamie — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 09:54:52 +0000

This year the National Maritime Museum is laying on a list of Christmas events for the whole family. The list of events in summary is as follows (some events cost extra).

Card making every day until the 16th December

Christmas Carvery - Turkey, Glazed Ham and seasonal veggies 3rd to 24th December

Muppet treasure Island, looking for hidden treasure 16th December

Meet Father Christmas in his Falmouth grotto and get a gift 22nd to 23rd December

Children get in free with a paying adult over the weekend of 22nd to 23rd December

There are more events on their web site, have a look here for more information - National Maritime museum

Meet Father Christmas on his Train at Bodmin

jamie — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 08:00:12 +0000

A great event is being run again this year at the Bodmin and Wenford railway. You have the chance to go and meet Santa, on his steam train while he is getting ready for Christmas.

Saturdays and Sundays throughout December Santa will arrive from Lapland and relax in the delightful Cornish country side aboard the train. You can join him with your children for a 1 hour ride, enter Santas grotto and get a small present from him, while you adults get a mince pie and seasonal drink.

To book telephone 0845 125 9678 - and let us know how you get on meeting Santa on a steam train.

Camborne Christmas lights switch on

jamie — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 17:02:10 +0000

1st of December is the big day in Camborne with the switching on of the towns Christmas lights this 2007.

There will be late night shopping, Stalls and seasonal fun in the town on the 13th and 20th of December, so get ready and go to Camborne to get those last minute presents for Granddad!

If you have anymore information about Christmas in Camborne please email us at jamie@visitdevonandcornwall.com today.

Winter Solstice at Penzance

jamie — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 09:35:24 +0000

Gather at Penzance for a lantern making workshop on 14, 15 and 16 of December at St Johns Hall, and a Festive Market on the 20, 21 and 22 at the Exchange Gallery, Princess Street.

The event is to celebrate the Montol Festival (Winter Solstice in Cornish) and the Lantern parade will walk the streets to music, meeting at the Old Lescudjack Hill Fort.

For more information on the even contact 01736 330373 or visit www.montol.co.uk. If you are an organiser or look forward to going please comment and let me know any more details about this event celebrating the Winter Solstice at Penzance.

Truro Cathedral Christmas Carol Concerts

jamie — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 20:32:44 +0000

This event is becoming ever more popular. The enchanting setting, inside a rich structure steeped in tradition at Truro Cathedral requires early booking to avoid disappointment. The two popular events are the evenings of the 23rd and 24th December, and are limited to 900 per service.

Tickets for the Christmas Carol service at Truro Cathedral can be obtained by sending a SAE to

Cathedral office
14 St Mary Street
Truro
TR1 2AF

If you have attended this event in the past please comment on this post to help others interested in attending Truro Cathedral Christmas Carol Concerts 2007

Late night shopping is St Austell

jamie — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 20:19:27 +0000

Bob, from Pirate FM is there now with his count down to Christmas. Switching on the St Austell lights this year, with many of the local population out to help him with his task.

There will be late night shopping every Tuesday night for you to enjoy the festive spirit amongst many other shoppers looking for Christmas bargains.

If you venture into the town late us all know of any other events, delights or places to admire in the town by commenting on this post.

Christmas late deals in Devon and Cornwall

jamie — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 19:44:11 +0000

I have been checking the late deals page and I can see a few cottages are still offering Christmas period late deals on thier accommodation.

The Late deals in Devon and Cornwall page is worth having a look though, to find that perfect Christmas Break. Good luck to you, its never to late!!