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Ten Things To Do In Cornwall In Winter

Frost-bitten coastal paths. Snoozy sunrises. Heart warming local delicacies. Winter in Cornwall is a magical time of year. We’ve come up with eight wonderful things to do during winter in Cornwall that’ll keep you occupied come rain or shine.

1. Let your pup run wild on the beach

One of our favourite things about winter in Cornwall is that the dog bans on beaches are lifted! Your pooches can roam wild and free across some of Cornwall’s most popular stretches of sand. We’re sure this will get the bark of approval from dogs all across the county.

2. Cook hearty homemade dishes

Wholesome, hearty and moreish. Cornish cuisine in the colder months is all about comfort and nostalgia. Fuel up on beautifully filling food and try one of our Greenbank recipes. Or join us for relaxed fine dining at the Water’s Edge.

3. Taste Cornwall’s warming hot chocolates

Although Cornwall may be well-known for its selection of creamy ice creams, many don’t know the county also has an excellent hot chocolate offering in the winter months.

If you’re looking for something with a quirky twist, head to popular cafes like Swanpool Beach or Poldhu, open all year-round. Or, if you’re after an indulgent chocolatey treat, we recommend heading to Slice who have become known for their dreamy hot chocolates with extra-large marshmallows.

4. Soak up some local culture

From art galleries and historical museums, to several National Trust properties, Cornwall is brimming with culture. Spend a day exploring the National Maritime Museum in Falmouth, Tate Art Gallery in St Ives, or Truro Cathedral.

5. Explore the Cornish coast

Embrace the winter chill, wrap up warm and head to your favourite beach for a blustery walk. Guaranteed to put some colour in your cheeks, a wind-whipped coastal path is the best place for a seaside adventure.

6. Go storm watching

Winter is also the perfect time to catch some awesome storms. Experience the colossal power of the ocean and mother nature with a (cautious) walk or drive to some of the more rugged coastal spots. Nothing beats sitting in a warm car with a piping hot pasty or a flask of tea whilst watching the foamy waves smash against the headland.

Famous storm watching spots include the charming fishing village of Porthleven which sees gigantic waves break over its harbour walls in the winter, and Penzance where the waves break over the promenade.

7. Plan a Cornish Winter Getaway

We know winter can feel bleak sometimes. But we think a visit to our postcard-perfect harbour view hotel is just the tonic for those winter blues. Stay with us this season with rooms for two from £129, by booking our Cornish Winter Getaway.

Enjoy a hearty breakfast every morning of your stay and a choice of a mini cream tea or two drinks to enjoy in The Working Boat, just to sweeten the deal!

8. Rise and shine with a winter sunrise

Cornish sunrises are well worth getting out of bed for. Experience the crisp chill in the air, wispy clouds of condensation with every exhale, and glimmering sunrises ascending over stunning waterside scenery. Even better, the darker mornings mean there’s no need to set an early alarm to catch the break of dawn!

9. Curl up with a Cornish book

Sometimes, on a winter’s day when the wind is howling and the rain is slicing horizontally through the sky, the last thing you want to do is leave the warmth of your home. Luckily, our county has produced some fantastic literary accolades.

From charming, illustrated children’s books to tales inspired from great author’s visits to Cornwall, curl up with a good book and a hot chocolate to escape the cold.

 

10. Brave a winter dip

For those brave enough, there’s nothing more exhilarating than braving a winter dip in Cornwall’s icy waters. Head to a sheltered beach like Falmouth’s Gyllngvase or St Ives’s Porthmeor for a refreshing splash. Or take a dip in our harbour, and warm up after with a drink at our below decks pub, The Working Boat.

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