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West Cornwall has the mildest climate in the UK and has both the most westerly point in mainland Britain (Lands End) and the most southerly (The Lizard). Snow is rarely seen during winter, especially along its coastal fringes and many Cornish children grow up never having seen snow. The combination of being relatively so far south, plus the influence of the Gulf Stream makes this a very mild place all year round. For school holidays, July and August are the traditional summer holiday months but remember Spring comes early here and Autumn lingers longer. We get well over 1500 hours of sunshine annually and whilst May is usually the sunniest month, May to July average around 7 hours of sunshine a day. Ramblers come all the year round to explore the beautiful and dramatic coast line and the South West Coastal Path walk around the south west peninsular is both challenging and rewarding to everyone of all ages. Beach enthusiasts have some of the most wonderful beaches in England; just visit Porthcurno Praa Sands or St Ives ( Porthminster ) and for surfers there is Sennen, St Ives (Porthmeor) Godrevy or Hayle Towans. In summer, why not take the open top bus on the circular trip from Penzance to St Ives via the dramatic north shore coast line. St Ives has beaten off stiff opposition from all over the country to win the coveted title of Best Seaside Town 2007. Leave the car at Lelant and take the train to St Ives; only a three mile journey but one to remember. National Trust members can visit Trengwainton Gardens at Madron, Nr Penzance. This is a sheltered garden with an abundance of exotic trees and shrubs. Also a visit to St Michael's Mount , at Marazion is strongly recommended. Also on our list would be a visit to Godrevy, an ideal place for a picnic or maybe that home made Cornish steak pasty which you can purchase at either Rowes in Causewayhead Penzance or Philps, the bakers in Hayle on route! Both are delicious! |
