PLACES TO VISIT

Bank Cottage not only offers you a unique position in terms of actual location, but it offers the perfect springboard into all the magic of it's surrounding areas.

Whatever you want from nature to adventure and from history to theatre it is all very accessable from this idyllic oasis. Below are just a few of the most sought after venues......

1. Roskilly's working, organic Cornish farm (Helston).

Well known for it's naturally tasty ice creams, fudge and yoghurts which are all made using rich organic Jersey milk and cream.

You can watch the cows being milked and the ice cream and yoghurt actually being made. Visit the Bullpen Gallery with its furniture, stained glass and ceramics or enjoy delicious home made food in the Croust House Resaturant. All this and much, much more.................. www.roskillys.co.uk 

2. Gweek Seal Sanctuary (nr Helston).

A Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Release centre for seals, which most seasons  rescues over 40 pups. A great day out in beautiful surroundings, you don't get any closer to nature than this.  www.sealsanctuary.com

3. The Minack Theatre (Porthcurno, Penzance).

The Minack Theatre is Cornwall's world famous open-air theatre. Their SUMMER SEASON of theatre runs from May to September presenting drama, musicals and opera in the most dramatic of settings.  www.minack.com

4. The Eden Project (Bodelva, St Austell).

Described as the eighth wonder of the world need we say more.......  www.edenproject.com

5. Kennack Sands (Kuggar).

Kennack Sands, just outside the village of Kuggar on the Lizard Peninsula. Beautiful beaches and waves which are much sought after by surfers.

6. Sennen Cove (Penzance).

 www.sennen-cove.com     

7. Historic Cornwall (General).

Restormel Castle - Lostwithiel

Tintagel Castle - Tintagel

Pendennis Castle - Falmouth

St Mawes Castle - St Mawes

Chysauster Ancient Village - Penzance

Launceston Castle - Launceston

Chysauster Ancient Village - Penzance

8. Maratime Museum (Falmouth).

National Maritime Museum Cornwall is not only a landmark, but also a watermark - reflecting Falmouth's position as one of the world's premier harbours and sailing venues.  www.nmmc.co.uk 

9. Mousehole (West Cornwall).

This is a very attractive and popular tourist destination. A small and very safe beach is located in a sheltered part of the harbour, making it ideal for small children. Mousehole is quite unique and offers a great family day out.