Things to see & do this winter in Cornwall!
January 3rd, 2012 by carvynick
There is still plenty to do in Cornwall this winter for everyone!
From walks around some of the most spectacular coasts & sandy beaches in the country to discovering the history of the Cornish tin mines. Carvynick is the perfect location to explore all of Cornwall.
Here are just some of the fantastic attractions and English heritage that we at Carvynick recommend you see!
Geevor Tin Mine, Pendeen, Penzance, TR19 7EW
Find out what it was like to work in a 19th century Cornish mine & how rock was brought up from underground.
Geevor is situated on the North Atlantic coast and is the largest preserved mining site in the UK. The Hard Rock Museum tells the story of Cornish tin and copper mining with interactive displays and many artifacts.
The Geevor gift shop has a range of quality gifts including locally made jewellery and something for the younger ones!
Open Sunday to Friday 10am – 4pm with the last tour 1 hour before closing (closed Saturdays)
For more information visit www.geevor.com or call 01736 788662
The Minack Theatre, Penzance, Cornwall TR19 6JU
The Minack Theatre is Cornwall’s world famous open-air theatre.
During the winter you can experience the moods of the Atlantic in this spectacular setting & explore this unique open-air theatre created from a cliffside by Rowena Cade
Our theatre runs from May to September presenting drama, musicals and opera in this most dramatic of settings.
Our sub tropical gardens have become an established favourite, especially for gardeners with a taste for the exotic. The succulent plants thrive on the open cliffside providing an added dash of colour to the Minack all year round.
For more details visit www.minack.com
Eden Project, Bodelva, St Austell, PL24 2SG
Discover plants that have helped humanity since the dawn of time, trek through steamy jungles, past shacks, waterfalls & plantations!
Eden has the largest rainforest in captivity with a 50 metre high tree canopy. Wander through the Mediterranean Biome and smell the citrus orchards and the olive groves.
Also ice skating at Eden!
A new glacial theme for 2011/12. In addition to our skating sessions, there are special sessions for all ages and abilities, so come on down and get your skates on!
For more information call 01726 811972 or visit www.edenproject.com
Bodmin Jail, Berrycoombe Rd, Bodmin, PL31 2NR
A family friendly all weather attraction that is open all year!
Experience the life of an 18th century prisoner set within three acres of original grounds and buildings. Visit the recently restored hanging pit where the original keys to the jail were discovered!
Explore all 6 floors of the civil prison as well as the navel prison
As well a the Jail Museum attraction, we also have superb restaurant and bar facilities, accompanied by our very comfortable Witness Box wine bar, where morning or afternoon tea and coffee can be served.
Join other weary travellers in the Warders Room where we serve a great range of home cooked food freshly prepared from local produce.
For more information on the jail and the paranormal evenings call 01208 76292 or visit www.bodminjail.org
Carnglaze Caverns, St Neot, Liskeard, PL14 6HQ
There are three caverns of cathedral proportions, hand created by local slate miners. During your tour you will go about 150m into the hillside and 60m below ground, via a flight of 60 steps. In the lower chambers you will find the subterranean lake with it’s crystal clear blue/green water.
Set amongst the wooded hillside at Carnglaze is a magical collection of limited edition bronze faeries, mushrooms & dragons. Walk through the terraced garden to see Shanhara and her friends, where seasonal streams and a waterfall add to the enchantment. Then follow the woodland path to a panoramic view of St Neot village before looping back to the main site: a round walk of approx 25 mins or longer if you are counting the faeries!
For further information please call 01579 320251 or visit www.carnglaze.com
