Bude: Cornwall’s Coastal Gem
Bude is the kind of seaside town that captures your heart the moment you arrive—laid-back, full of character, and blessed with some of Cornwall’s most stunning scenery. With golden beaches, sweeping clifftop walks, and a warm community spirit, it’s no wonder so many visitors return year after year. Bude’s coastline is breathtaking, shaped by the […]
Bodmin Jail: Cornwall’s Dark and Fascinating Past
Bodmin Jail is where history, mystery, and modern comfort converge for a truly unforgettable experience. Built in 1779 as Cornwall’s county prison, its austere Georgian walls once confined criminals in overcrowded cells, witnessing strict discipline, daring escapes, and countless stories of life behind bars. After closing in 1927, the jail fell into disrepair. In 2015, […]
The 2 Minute Foundation – cleaning up our planet, 2 minutes at a time
The 2 Minute Foundation – a charity campaigning to inspire people to take two minutes out of their day to clear up the worlds beaches, oceans, parks, streets and open spaces On World Ocean Day in 2023, we went along to the World Ocean’s Day Beach Clean Up, organised by The 2 Minute Foundation as […]
Walking the South West Coast Path
Few walking routes capture the imagination quite like the South West Coast Path. Winding for 630 miles around the South West Peninsula, it’s England’s longest National Trail – a journey through dramatic cliffs, golden beaches, fishing harbours, and timeless villages where life still follows the rhythm of the tides. For walkers, it’s not just a […]
Building Resilience to Coastal Climate Change
Coastal communities are on the front line of climate change. Rising sea levels, stronger storms, and shifting coastlines all bring challenges. To meet them, new projects are helping us understand and adapt to these changes in smarter, more sustainable ways. One of these is the Making Space for Sand (MS4S) project, part of the £200 […]
Discovering the Rame Peninsula: Cornwall’s Forgotten Corner
Tucked away in South East Cornwall, the Rame Peninsula is often called Cornwall’s “forgotten corner.” Framed by the sea to the south and Plymouth Sound to the east, it is a place where time seems to slow, revealing a landscape rich in history, nature, and coastal charm. Officially designated as part of the Cornwall Area […]