Heritage

A prominent landmark in this area, you can’t miss the Basset Monument, standing over the town of Camborne as a reminder of its mining past.

The Botallack Mine, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, is particularly famous for its dramatic location. The mine’s engine houses are perched p...

Carn Brea Castle is a small imposing castle near Redruth

Chapel Carn Brea is often described as the first hill in Cornwall (from a westerly perspective) and rises 198 metres (650 ft) above sea level.

The harbour village of Charlestown was a Georgian 'new town', a port development planned by local landowner Charles Rashleigh (after whom it was named...

Chûn Castle is a large Iron Age hill fort on the summit of Chun Downs, on the Penwith Peninsula. It's a circular fort that consists of two stone wall...

The Cober Valley is located to the north of the historic market town of Helston, near the south coast.

Located in Pendeen on this stretch of rugged Cornish coastline, Geevor tin mine is one of the largest preserved mining sites in the country and a Corn...

In the 1860s, when many copper mines were closing, a ‘lode’ of tin ore was discovered to the south of Carn Brea in an area that previously worked ...

Nestled on the rugged cliffs of Penwith in Cornwall, Kenijack Castle offers a small glimpse into Britain's medieval past.

Luxulyan Valley is a remarkable natural and historical treasure. This enchanting valley is celebrated for its rich blend of nature and industry. With ...

Maen Castle is the furthest west of all Castles in mainland England. It is within walking distance from Land's End, and is a very good example of a Cl...

Maker Heights is an exposed area of grass and heath land occupying the highest point of the Rame Peninsular.

The Minack Theatre is an open-air theatre, constructed above a gully with a rocky granite outcrop on the rugged west coastline situated just above the...

In true Cornish spirit, the free-to-enter estate grounds of Mount Edgecumbe House are open to the public all year round, regardless of the weather. On...

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Pendeen Lighthouse is the last shore station on the north coast of west Cornwall before reaching Land’s End.

Pendennis Castle dominates a rocky headland high above Falmouth. It is one of a handful of distinctive circular artillery forts built in the 1540s.

Penlee Battery is a nature reserve lying on the coastal headland of Penlee Point on the Rame Peninsula. The site was formerly the location of a gun ba...

Polhawn Fort was built in 1867 to guard Whitsand Bay. It's set just behind Rame Head and the south coast of Cornwall.

With turquoise-blue waters and white-washed sandy shores, Porthcurno is a true Cornish delight. Located on the West Country’s far western tip, and a...

Secluded and romantic, Prussia Cove has an olde-world poetic vibe, a setting that feels like you're stepping back in time.

Redruth is a historic town in Cornwall, with a rich mining heritage.

Rinsey Cove is a secluded beach just south of Praa Sands. Tucked away by Rinsey Head, this beach is easy to miss but well worth seeking out.

Sitting on a 66-foot tall granite outcrop looking out at the atmospheric Bodmin Moor and china clay pits of St. Austell, is the old chapel of Roche.

Roger's Tower and Castle an Dinas are historically significant sites located in Penwith, Cornwall.

Rosewall Hill is a prominent hill near the town of St Ives.

St Anthony’s Lighthouse is located at the eastern entrance to Falmouth Harbour and was built in 1835.

St Mawes Castle is a four-storey artillery fort, like its counterpart across the bay - Pendennis Castle. It was built in the 1540s as part of the larg...

The most famous of Cornwall's landmarks has a fascinating history steeped in both legend and folklore. The mount has stunning panoramic views across M...

Stepper Point is a headland at the mouth of the Camel Estuary giving far-reaching views over the mouth of the River Camel and the Doom Bar.

Stowe's Hill is a prominent granite ridge located about a mile north of Minions, the highest village in Cornwall. It is dominated by Stowe's Pound, a ...

Tater-du Lighthouse is a coastal lighthouse on Cornwall’s south coast, located between Lamorna and Porthcurno, providing vital maritime navigation.

The Hurlers is a set of three stone circles in the parish of St Cleer, approximately four miles north of Liskeard.

The Rumps is a dramatic headland on Cornwall's North Coast, is a site of stunning natural beauty and significant historical interest.

Tintagel Castle is a medieval fort located on the peninsula of Tintagel Island in North Cornwall. Dating back to the Roman period, it is believed that...

Trencrom Hill is a 175m high hill offering far-reaching views across the landscape and St Ives Bay. Although it's not the highest hill in West Cornwal...

Trevellas Cove, also know as Blue Hills, is just around the corner from Trevaunance Cove and St Agnes. The valley here was once at the heart of a larg...

Perched precariously on the cliffs to the east of Trewavas Head, in between Rinsey Cove and Porthleven, are the two engine houses that form the remain...

One of the most iconic landmarks and most photographed views on the north coast. This stretch of coastline is rich in mining history with Wheal Coates...

Wheal Uny is a historic mining site located near Redruth in Cornwall. This mining complex played a significant role in Cornwall's mining history, whic...

Zennor Carn, located in Penwith, Cornwall, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and historical richness that captivates walkers and history enthusi...