Men-an-Tol. A Bronze age (about 3500 years old) set of stones from which there are fantastic views. There is nothing like a visit to an ancient site. They always seem to be in peaceful rather tranquil locations and this is no exception.
Men-an-Tol
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Walking to Carbis Bay
The footprints in the sand were left by no-one we could see. The beach seemed deserted. The tide was out so we walked round Hawkes Point headland to Carbis Bay. A beautiful day.
Spring is Round the Corner
Spring is round the corner. Take a hop on hop off bus from St Just to St Ives and enjoy lunch and a drink on the harbourside. It is quiet at this time of year and you can sit and watch the world go by in the pleasant sunshine. In our case it was a cheeky Espresso Martini.
Mousehole Christmas Lights
If you are in the area Mousehole Christmas Lights are well worth a visit. OK it doesn’t have lasers and all that other stuff but it what is does have is atmosphere in abundance. On a still night watching the reflection on the harbour water is pure magic. Mousehole isn’t far from St Just. One of the nice things about West Cornwall is that nothing is too far away.
Atmospheric West Cornwall
There is nothing like the late autumn and early winter for keen photographers to grab that atmospheric West Cornwall photo. The disused engine houses which litter the landscape contrast so readily with the breathtaking views and cliffs. Its almost overwhelming at times but always stunning.
Walk Down Cot Valley
Turn left out of the front door to walk down Cot Valley and you will pass a handful of these characters in a field. They share fields with sheep which all adds to the peaceful and beautiful nature of the whole area. The lane is bounded on each side by stone walls covered in vegetation both in winter and summer.
Cornish Engine Houses
On almost any walk in West Cornwall you will see the remains of Cornish engine houses. Some are more complete than others but all add an atmosphere to the landscape that is unique. Their silouette is a reminder of an important era in Cornish history when tin mining was at it’s peak. Today they add to the already incredible views wherever you find yourself. We love them.
The Cornish Seal
We recently visited the Cornish Seal exhibition at the Jackson Foundation Gallery in St Just. We can’t recommend it enough. Kurt Jackson’s artwork inspired by the grey seals so often seen around West Cornwall was mesmerising. Followed up by lunch at the Dog & Rabbit. Is there a better way to spend the day?
Espresso Martini on the Harbour
Espresso Martini on the Harbour in St Ives after a relaxing trip on the open top bus. It was a sunny but blustery day so we took the open top lands end coaster for a leasurely amble round the villages of west Cornwall. A hop on, hop off service it is highly recommended. The bus stops in St Ives at what has to be the most spectacular drop off point in Cornwall. Hop back on and you’re in St Just in no time at all.
The Brisons in March
A stormy view towards the Brisons in March. We have had more than our fare share of westerly gales here over winter but it does make the sea and sky look so specatcular. Walking in to the wind can be quite challenging at times, but finding a sheltered spot and admiring the view makes it all worthwhile.