https://www.demelzacottage.co.uk/blog

A useful diary about walking the South West Coast Path starting from Lands End to St Ives. The author lives in Cornwall and owns Demelza Cottage, B&B and self-catering accommodation in central Cornwall which is well-placed for picking up the path on the north and south coast.

It is virtually impossible to explore the best bits of Cornwall without having to navigate a lane or two. The adventure is made even more perilous by the seemingly comfy vegetation, behind which lies a few tonnes of Cornish granite. These Cornish hedges are pretty unique, a combination of stone walls and hedges, they are the highways of Cornwall’s abundant biodiversity, forming a patchwork landsc...

Whatever the weather in Cornwall, it's best to be prepared. Cornwall is green for a reason. The county has the most amazing, lush landscape all year round, and this is what makes it such a beautiful place to visit, but you can be sure that during part of your stay, it will rain. If it doesn't you have been truly lucky. There is a saying I've heard here in Cornwall. Rain before seven, clear by el...

Demelza Cottage is situated inland, equidistant from Padstow, Newquay, Bodmin, and St Austell, making it the ideal spot to explore Cornwall’s stunning beaches, north and south. We thought we’d make it easy for you to plan your beach day, according to what you want out of it, so we have selected five beaches, all stunningly beautiful, but offering slightly different things to the holidaymaker. Best...