Holiday Site-seeing at Lanyon Manor Cornwall
Site-seeing in Cornwall, where do we begin - what hasn’t Cornwall got: the pretty town of St Ives, well know as a haven for artists and art galleries. In St Ives you can visit the Tate and the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden. Moving further up the county is The Eden Project near St. Austell for ergonomic architecture and tropical plants, and then there’s, Penzance – a delightful English seaside town bursting with gorgeous galleries including the Penlee House Gallery with the largest collection of works by the Newlyn school. If you do visit Penzance you must stop by to admire the beautiful Art Deco Jubilee swimming pool, built in 1935. There is also a short drive from Penzance the Minack Theatre in Porthcurno with its selection of plays and operas, you can visit The Minack Theatre during the day and walk around the stage, if you would like to book a show then you must book early - it is extremely popular.
For those that enjoy Rosamunde Pilcher novels we can arrange Rosamunde Pilcher tours. Explore many places featured in her work, visit St Michael’s Mount from the novel 'Shell Seekers' and discover more in Penzance featured in the film 'Reflections'. Depending on the tide you can either walk across the causeway to the mount or go by boat which is always good fun.
If you enjoy looking around old and unusual houses then The National Trust has many beautiful properties in the county our favourites are Godolphin House Nr Helston, Lanhydrock Nr Bodmin and Trerice, Nr Newquay. If you are a fan of gardens and gardening then the Lost Gardens of Heligan are a must and the gardens at Trelissick.
Whatever you decide to do on holiday we believe you will experience it at Lanyon Holiday Cottages the perfect Cornish holiday destination.
The Eden Project was built in Cornwall in a disused clay mine, transforming it into a rich, global garden where people can learn about nature and get inspiration about the world around them.
The Eden Project is an exciting attraction where you can explore your relationship with nature, learn new things and get inspiration about the world around you. Here's some of what you'll find when you visit:
World's largest rainforest in captivity with steamy jungles and waterfalls
Cutting-edge architecture and buildings
Stunning garden displays all year round
World-class sculpture and art
Evening gigs, concerts and an ice rink in the winter
Educational centre and demonstrations to inspire all ages
Brilliant local, fairly-traded food in the restaurants and cafes
New rainforest lookout that takes you above the treetops
Living example of regeneration and sustainable living
The Minack Theatre is Cornwall's world famous open-air theatre. Rowena Cade began to build the theatre 1931 and continued until she died in 1983. You can visit the theatre during the day and you will be able to enjoy a wealth of photographs, models and audio-visual displays whilst listening to the story of a girl who enjoyed the gentility of Victorian Cheltenham grew up to build an internationally famous cliffside theatre with her own hands.
For keen gardeners you must visit the sub-tropical rockeries - a must if you have a taste for the exotic. The ideas and plant selection are based on the cliff garden developed here by Rowena Cade in the 1930s and the salt tolerant succulents thrive despite the wind and provide an added dash of colour throughout the year.
After you have visited the exhibition, explored the theatre and the gardens you will be ready for a hot drink and a Cornish Cream Tea. Sit relax and enjoy taking in one of the most spectacular and breathtaking views in Cornwall.
Wherever you decide to go on holiday we believe you will experience it at Lanyon Holiday Cottages the perfect Cornish holiday destination.
Explore the amazing island world of St Michael’s Mount and discover legend, myth and over a thousand years of incredible history. It is still a home of the St Aubyn family who invite you in to explore the many rooms within the castle. Step inside the library with shelves stacked with beautifully-bound books, walk down the long passage and meet the St Aubyn family in a series of portraits, head on up to the terrace here you will be treated to fabulous views
Children like nothing more than myths and legends so where better to come for an amazing adventure they will not forget in a hurry. They can find the giant’s heart in the pathway up to the castle or the well where the legendary giant is said to have fallen to his death. There is also an entertaining quiz that they can complete - the quiz leads them through the castle and sub-tropical gardens searching for clues.
Wherever you decide to go on holiday we believe you will experience it at Lanyon Holiday Cottages the perfect Cornish holiday destination.
The Lost Gardens of Heligan - over 200 acres ready to explor and discover. Things you must see: Victorian Productive Gardens, romantic Pleasure Grounds, the Lush sub-tropical Jungle, The Giant’s Head and the Pioneering Wildlife Project. The story goes that at the end of the nineteenth century Heligan was at it's most beautiful, then the Great War changed it all. After decades of neglect and the devastating hurricane of 1990 the Lost Gardens of Heligan were well and truly lost.
Then came the discovery of a tiny room, buried under fallen masonry in the corner of one of the walled gardens, it was to unlock the secret of their demise. A motto etched into the limestone walls in barely legible pencil still reads “Don’t come here to sleep or slumber” with the names of those who worked there signed under and the date – August 1914.
In 2008 The Lost Gardens of Heligan was granted National Collection Holder status by Plant Heritage for its historic and unique collection. Within the 80 acres of ancient woodland at Heligan there are many intriguing sights to be seen. The Giant’s Head, Mudmaid and Grey Lady wait to be discovered along Woodland Walk.
The Lost Gardens of Heligan are open all year round and is well worth a visit
