We recently took a trip down memory lane to where our Founder, Victoria, grew up, had a family and started Cornwall Property Finders. Penzance in Cornwall is often deemed as ‘the end of the line,’ as this is where the train line ends….but over the last year, we have seen an astonishing burst of life amongst the community as well as what the town has to offer. |
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The Vibe
Last week we decided to take a walk around Penzance to see what had changed. There’s something magical about this quirky, seaside town. Increasing amounts of people are moving to Penzance to start something new; to let their dreams become a reality. Over the last 6 months we have seen an increase in new quirky eateries, fascinating art galleries, independent shops and boutique hotels. People are doing great things and the opportunities are endless.
Our quick favourites include:
No56 for homeware + gifts
The Artist Residence for coffee and lunch
Chapel House for a coastal retreat
Fishboy PZ for trendy clothing
Newlyn Art Gallery for an afternoon of browsing art
Sea Moor Cornwall, a fabulous modern Cornish twist to an ancient Japanese fish printing technique Gyotaku.
Shore Restaurant for outstanding seafood
Tremenheere Sculpture Garden
The Godolphin for cocktails with a view
Last week we decided to take a walk around Penzance to see what had changed. There’s something magical about this quirky, seaside town. Increasing amounts of people are moving to Penzance to start something new; to let their dreams become a reality. Over the last 6 months we have seen an increase in new quirky eateries, fascinating art galleries, independent shops and boutique hotels. People are doing great things and the opportunities are endless.
Our quick favourites include:
No56 for homeware + gifts
The Artist Residence for coffee and lunch
Chapel House for a coastal retreat
Fishboy PZ for trendy clothing
Newlyn Art Gallery for an afternoon of browsing art
Sea Moor Cornwall, a fabulous modern Cornish twist to an ancient Japanese fish printing technique Gyotaku.
Shore Restaurant for outstanding seafood
Tremenheere Sculpture Garden
The Godolphin for cocktails with a view
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During our trip to Penzance we stumbled across the new, yet incredibly popular 45 Queen Street. 45 Queen Street is an old industrial warehouse located in the heart of Penzance. It has been converted into an edgy bar and restaurant serving mouth-watering mezze boards using local produce. The space is incredible, with a rustic but homely feel. I took my mum for her birthday meal and we both loved it, felt very at home, enjoyed their Tinkture Organic Rose Gin and conversed with one of the owners as he told us of their journey so far, amazing.
We will let the photos to do the talking, but 45 Queen Street is certainly at the top of our Penzance suggestions.
The Promenade
Victoria: Penzance Promenade holds many fond memories for me. My children would ride their bikes after school along to Newlyn after school. We would take moonlight strolls together, and when the storm would roll in we would wrap up warm, keep a safe distance and watch the waves command the sea as they rose up over the wall and covered the promenade.
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Now strolling down the same stretch, we can’t help but feel grateful to have created such special times in this magical town. That’s what Cornwall does to you; you don’t realise at the time, but this corner of the UK provides so many opportunities to create unforgettable memories without the pressure.
The Lido
Jubilee Pool is one of our favourite spots in the area. It’s the UK's largest, most celebrated sea water, art deco, lido in the UK. Located beside the promenade in Penzance, the natural salt-water pool is heated to between 30-35 degrees by a geothermal well.
It’s mind-blowing to think that the Jubilee Pool was built in the 1930s and now stands like it does today. We absolutely love the unique architecture and the fact that it's run by members of the Penzance community. There’s a real sense of togetherness.
Morrab Sub Tropical Gardens
Penzance has several beautiful gardens, however Morrab Sub Tropical Garden located in the heart of Penzance is our favourite. Morrab House with its walled garden was built in 1841 for brewer Samuel Pidwell and was later bought by the local council. Today the garden is open to the public to enjoy and is best known for its subtropical Mediterranean plants.
The Lido
Jubilee Pool is one of our favourite spots in the area. It’s the UK's largest, most celebrated sea water, art deco, lido in the UK. Located beside the promenade in Penzance, the natural salt-water pool is heated to between 30-35 degrees by a geothermal well.
It’s mind-blowing to think that the Jubilee Pool was built in the 1930s and now stands like it does today. We absolutely love the unique architecture and the fact that it's run by members of the Penzance community. There’s a real sense of togetherness.
Morrab Sub Tropical Gardens
Penzance has several beautiful gardens, however Morrab Sub Tropical Garden located in the heart of Penzance is our favourite. Morrab House with its walled garden was built in 1841 for brewer Samuel Pidwell and was later bought by the local council. Today the garden is open to the public to enjoy and is best known for its subtropical Mediterranean plants.
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We adore everything about Cornwall, but my hometown of Penzance will always hold a significant place in my heart. I’m very lucky that my wonderful friends and family live in the local area, so I get to return often. Whenever we receive a property search request for this area, my heart sings – as I will always be excited to venture back to my hometown.
We look forward to hearing from you if you require assistance in finding a property in Penzance and the villages and towns, which surround it.
We look forward to hearing from you if you require assistance in finding a property in Penzance and the villages and towns, which surround it.
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Autumn is our favourite time in Cornwall. People often believe that Cornwall is seasonal however this is not the case. Cornwall has seasonal offerings, whether it's spending days at the beach in the summer or escaping to a cosy pub for a Sunday roast dinner. Here are a few reasons as to why we love living, exploring and working in Cornwall during the quieter months:
It’s possible to have a beach all to yourself
Let’s start with the obvious one. Granted, Cornwall does become quieter as we enter the colder months. We say goodbye to the days spent lounging around on the beach, and welcome in storm watching, blissful long walks along the coast and a decrease in seasonal visitors.
Autumn and Winter is the time that the locals start fully enjoying their surroundings again as logistically, thing’s become easier. The roads become quieter, parking is more accessible, and dogs are allowed back on the beaches.
We suggest wrapping up warm and heading to the beach that’s been on your mind all summer. Some of our favourite beaches include Mother Ivey’s Bay, Fisherman’s Cove on the North Coast and Lantic Bay near Polperro.
The sunsets are at their best
It’s true what they say, the best sunsets in Cornwall happen during the Autumn months. As the long nights draw in, the skies light up with the most vibrant orange tones. Shorter days also mean that you can catch a sunset at around 7 pm, rather than having to wait until late evening. Here are three of our top places to watch the sunset:
St Michael’s Mount, Marazion: St Michael’s Mount is one of Cornwall’s most magical locations, but how about watching the sunset over the castle? Grab some fish + chips, and get ready for the show!
Gwithian: Backed by three miles of sand dunes, there is plenty of space to hide away and watch the sunset at Gwithian (pictured above.) It is our go-to place for an evening fire and marshmallows – just make sure you take your litter home with you.
Perranporth: Normally bustling with surfers, Perranporth really does pull out all the stops during sunset season (pictured below.) Either park your car at the Droskyn car park (to the left up the cliff) and watch the surf from above. Alternatively, grab a cocktail from The Summerhouse and watch the sunset from their balcony.
Gwithian: Backed by three miles of sand dunes, there is plenty of space to hide away and watch the sunset at Gwithian (pictured above.) It is our go-to place for an evening fire and marshmallows – just make sure you take your litter home with you.
Perranporth: Normally bustling with surfers, Perranporth really does pull out all the stops during sunset season (pictured below.) Either park your car at the Droskyn car park (to the left up the cliff) and watch the surf from above. Alternatively, grab a cocktail from The Summerhouse and watch the sunset from their balcony.
Great woodland walks:
Summer may be over, but Cornwall comes alive in colour during the Autumn. There is nothing better than grabbing a hot drink, wrapping up warm and venturing out into nature with your loved ones. Kick up the leaves and explore some of Cornwall’s incredible woodland walks. We suggest Cardinham Woods, one of Forestry England’s locations, or Idless Woods located on the outskirts of Truro.
Summer may be over, but Cornwall comes alive in colour during the Autumn. There is nothing better than grabbing a hot drink, wrapping up warm and venturing out into nature with your loved ones. Kick up the leaves and explore some of Cornwall’s incredible woodland walks. We suggest Cardinham Woods, one of Forestry England’s locations, or Idless Woods located on the outskirts of Truro.
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Cosy pubs & Sunday roasts by the fire:
We are spoilt for choice when it comes to cosy pubs in Cornwall. Whether you’re looking to warm up by the fire alongside a Sunday lunch or to visit a historical pub full of character, Cornwall really does have it all.
Here are our top four:
Punchbowl and Ladle: Located on the outskirts of Truro, The Punchbowl and Ladle is a 15th century traditional thatched inn (as shown below,) offering cosy aesthetics and the finest pub food.
We are spoilt for choice when it comes to cosy pubs in Cornwall. Whether you’re looking to warm up by the fire alongside a Sunday lunch or to visit a historical pub full of character, Cornwall really does have it all.
Here are our top four:
Punchbowl and Ladle: Located on the outskirts of Truro, The Punchbowl and Ladle is a 15th century traditional thatched inn (as shown below,) offering cosy aesthetics and the finest pub food.
Penrose Kitchen: surrounded by lily ponds, Penrose Kitchen serves the best local and home-grown produce.
The Thomas Daniel: Located in a grade II listed building the heart of Truro. You can always expect a buzzy atmosphere and delicious fresh food!
The Gurnards Head: Look for the yellow building. The Gurnards Head is located on the roadside in Zennor. Full of character and charm, this pub has won multiple national awards. Their fresh and seasonal menu changes every day according to what is brought to their back door or what their chefs feel is at its seasonal best.
The London Inn: A family run pub, located in Cornwall’s most famous foodie village, Padstow. Dating back to 1803, The London Inn oozes atmosphere and character, featuring original wooden beams and several open fireplaces.
The Thomas Daniel: Located in a grade II listed building the heart of Truro. You can always expect a buzzy atmosphere and delicious fresh food!
The Gurnards Head: Look for the yellow building. The Gurnards Head is located on the roadside in Zennor. Full of character and charm, this pub has won multiple national awards. Their fresh and seasonal menu changes every day according to what is brought to their back door or what their chefs feel is at its seasonal best.
The London Inn: A family run pub, located in Cornwall’s most famous foodie village, Padstow. Dating back to 1803, The London Inn oozes atmosphere and character, featuring original wooden beams and several open fireplaces.
Storm Watching:
Cornwall is arguably one of the most exciting places for storm watching, thrill-seekers. Boasting a dramatic and rugged coastline, there are plenty of spectacular places to watch a Cornish wild storm roll in. Either stay warm in a cosy pub and watch from inside or find a safe space on the coast. Following heavy storms in 2014 and 2015, Cornwall now has a reputation and has attracted storm-chasers from all over the globe.
Cornwall is arguably one of the most exciting places for storm watching, thrill-seekers. Boasting a dramatic and rugged coastline, there are plenty of spectacular places to watch a Cornish wild storm roll in. Either stay warm in a cosy pub and watch from inside or find a safe space on the coast. Following heavy storms in 2014 and 2015, Cornwall now has a reputation and has attracted storm-chasers from all over the globe.
Just don’t forget to wear waterproofs and stay away from cliff edges. The power of the sea is beyond our control. The above image was snapped at Fistral beach in Newquay.
Interested in finding your dream home in Cornwall? If so, please send us an email via [email protected].
Interested in finding your dream home in Cornwall? If so, please send us an email via [email protected].
 | Talking about the weather is boring, yet we all do it, and that’s because it’s a mass shared experience, the most commonly discussed context I’m sure we’ve all heard is “can you believe it July, yes, this weather is shocking” I myself have heard this discussed many times between strangers in shops, friends in the street etc. The weather is one of the biggest shared experiences we know. All the people in a certain place are all aware of the weather, at the same time. It’s just that some of our reactions to the weather are more extreme than others. |
Cornwall is the warmest region in Britain. Being surrounded by water also means that clouds creep in off the sea, rise – and it inevitably rains. The recent rainy season (from April to June) has been a record breaker, yet does it really matter?
Cornwall in the rain has surreal-like quality. There’s a particular type of rain – seemingly peculiar to Cornwall – called ‘mizzle’. It’s an eerie, warm half-mist/half drizzle precipitation that swallows whole landscapes and lifts suddenly to reveal the gorgeous Cornish countryside.
Go to the beach on a rainy day, and there are still people on the beach. Go to the moors and there are still people braving the deluge. Pop into an art gallery or visit a heritage site, and people are still indulging in the experience – albeit in their galoshes.
It’s not so much a determination to enjoy Cornwall no-matter-what in the same manner of trying to enjoy a camping trip when your world resembles Atlantis. It’s the fact that Cornwall is enjoyable in the rain or even more simply put, Cornwall is cool no matter the weather.
Take Cornwall’s beaches. 34% of the people who visit Cornwall will make a trip to the beach. Yet only 4% of people will actually go in the sea. That’s an awful lot of people for who the experience of going the beach is just that, being on the beach without having to engage in any of the so-called beach activities.
When you live in Cornwall, you get used to the strange microclimate. Toasted by the Gulf Stream, Cornwall remains largely snow-free in the winter to the dismay of local schoolchildren. The summer starts around Easter and fades away conveniently the same time as British summer time forces the clock hands forward.
Then the sun. When the Cornish sun shines – it scorches as strong as any Mediterranean midday heat. Moving to Cornwall makes one realise what a great notion the practice of siesta really is.
And the rain? Well, the rain just gets you a bit wet and doesn’t matter much; there’s still plenty to do…
Written from a truly Cornish perspective.
Cornwall in the rain has surreal-like quality. There’s a particular type of rain – seemingly peculiar to Cornwall – called ‘mizzle’. It’s an eerie, warm half-mist/half drizzle precipitation that swallows whole landscapes and lifts suddenly to reveal the gorgeous Cornish countryside.
Go to the beach on a rainy day, and there are still people on the beach. Go to the moors and there are still people braving the deluge. Pop into an art gallery or visit a heritage site, and people are still indulging in the experience – albeit in their galoshes.
It’s not so much a determination to enjoy Cornwall no-matter-what in the same manner of trying to enjoy a camping trip when your world resembles Atlantis. It’s the fact that Cornwall is enjoyable in the rain or even more simply put, Cornwall is cool no matter the weather.
Take Cornwall’s beaches. 34% of the people who visit Cornwall will make a trip to the beach. Yet only 4% of people will actually go in the sea. That’s an awful lot of people for who the experience of going the beach is just that, being on the beach without having to engage in any of the so-called beach activities.
When you live in Cornwall, you get used to the strange microclimate. Toasted by the Gulf Stream, Cornwall remains largely snow-free in the winter to the dismay of local schoolchildren. The summer starts around Easter and fades away conveniently the same time as British summer time forces the clock hands forward.
Then the sun. When the Cornish sun shines – it scorches as strong as any Mediterranean midday heat. Moving to Cornwall makes one realise what a great notion the practice of siesta really is.
And the rain? Well, the rain just gets you a bit wet and doesn’t matter much; there’s still plenty to do…
Written from a truly Cornish perspective.
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