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Please take a look at some of our articles. We hope you will find them interesting and useful to help you enjoy your stay in Cornwall. Feel free to read and share before, during and even after your holiday. We would love to hear your thoughts and comments if you know of somewhere in Cornwall you would like us to write about, or have some content you would like included in a blog.
Comfy Workers Accommodation: A Simple 7 point Guide
If you have self-catering accommodation in a wonderful part of the country, not only are you very fortunate but you probably don’t have too much trouble getting bookings throughout the school holidays and especially the summer months. However, getting bookings at other times of the year (the shoulder months or out of season) can be much more difficult. One way to tackle it is to target your marketing at business workers or contractors, this is a short guide with our thoughts on how you might consider going about this.
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What a Picture!
For some, Cornwall could be described as the Caribbean county, with miles of sandy beaches, Crystal Clear waters and a mild climate, for others it is dramatic, with high, impressive rugged cliffs but it could also be considered the garden of Eden with magnificent gardens which are home to plants and trees that are unable to grow anywhere else in the UK but thrive in Cornwall due to its temperate climate.
These are all magnificent qualities but it is also ideal for all levels of photography, with outstanding light and so much to take pictures of, no matter what time of year, as a keen amateur or professional photographer you will find a wealth to keep you busy and entertained.
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A Writers Retreat.
Cornwall has inspired many things, wonderful art, with its clear skies and wonderful light, culinary expertise with the plentiful seafood readily available in the local waters, together with an industrial history of mining and hard work. Perhaps a little less known or publicised is its literary prowess.
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Exploring Cornish Holiday
As we continue through another Lockdown we thought it would be the ideal time to let people know about our properties. We now have three properties in our portfolio and each one has a different setting to help you pick which holiday would suit you and your family the best.
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Not just a Holiday, a Fantastic Experience.
At Cornish Holiday we believe its not just about visiting beautiful Cornwall but having a great experience while you are here. Doing something or lots of things that enhances your stay and gives you memories which will last forever.
We all have different things we like doing and enjoy so we have teamed up with a whole range of organisations enabling our guests to enjoy many different and varied experiences, while also being able to receive discounts. Such things as visiting a distillery, having a go at surfing or being taken to the locations where Poldark was filmed.
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Looking beyond Covid,
It’s January 2021……..
It’s January 2021 and England has been placed into its third Lockdown meaning many industries and businesses must close including the Self-Catering Holiday Accommodation in Cornwall we offer at Cornish Holiday.
There are many heroic stories from those that have gone above and beyond to help others but also unfortunately news of families losing loved ones or those suffering from depression or mental health issues due to the lack of care, support and interaction.
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Delicious fresh local Cornish produce, great to enjoy when you visit.
Cornwall is a rural county with areas that have lush green rolling hills, rich fertile farmland, and an abundance of fresh locally grown produce. This can range from wholesome vegetables to Cyder, Spirits and homemade fare such as Pasties, Cakes, Brownies, Scones and Saffron Buns.
At Cornish Holiday we are passionate about all things Cornish and wanted to bring to your attention some of the independent farm shops who can provide that fresh, delicious, and healthy taste of Cornwall. Who knows you may want to pay them a visit and sample some of their wonderful offerings when staying in or visiting this fabulous part of the British Isles?
We hope to see you soon and please do help support the local community while in the area.
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Autumn in Cornwall – A great time to Visit
With Autumn officially starting around the beginning of the third week of September it can be one of the best times to visit Cornwall. Although the children have gone back to school, and along with them the bulk of the summer holiday makers, the weather can be just as good. This can be the ideal time to get out and explore Cornwall and maybe enjoy a few highlights.
Please, read on, there is even a short video to show you what you are missing.
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