Each spectacular and extravagant display lasts ten minutes, so expect plenty of Ooooo’s and Aaaaaaaah’s whilst the sky above Plymouth is lit up. With crowds in excess of 200,000 …

…magnificent yacht races, boats and catamarans involved in the Henri-Lloyd Regatta Week, with late services to ensure enjoyment of the Red Arrows and spectacular firework displays.

Join the hundreds of locals and visitors who flock to the small fishing village of Mevagissey in Cornwall each year to enjoy the celebrations of Mevagissey Feast Week.

So for those who thought Cornwall was all about the Royal Cornwall Show and Run to the Sun, hopefully this has introduced you to a few alternative things to do while on your self catering holiday in Cornwall.

Ahhhh, the great British bank holiday. A time when most people get to spend at least one day doing the things they like the most (and I don’t mean D.I.Y!) with the people they like the most. Here in Cornwall we are blessed with many options to enjoy

……Dance, winds its way through the town and doesn’t deviate, even it means dancing through people’s homes, gardens and shops.

Be close to the action and be part of the ancient tradition by staying close by at Meadow View, sleeping up to 6 and welcomes pets.

As notorious as the show, is the traffic. This can’t be helped and is a sign of the show’s popularity, however you can make it slightly easier for yourselves by staying at a holiday cottages near to the showground in Wadebridge, Cornwall. To make the most of your time at the showground, why not………

Why not spend time away making those memories that you can’t out a price on, or buy last minute at a petrol station? By booking one of the 250 quality self catering holidays that Cornish Traditional Cottages has around the county, everyone has a chance to get together and spend that all important time relaxing and having fun.

Why wait for Valentine’s Day? This year, treat that special someone to a holiday in a wonderful self-catering holiday cottage in Cornwall. Enjoy the scenery, sample the excellent quality locally produced food and drink or just stay in! Each of these properties has

A great offer from Richard McGeown, owner and Head Chef at Couch’s Great House Restaurant, Polperro; 10% off your bill if you have booked your Cornish holiday with Cornish Traditional Cottages