Baby pig being help up to group of children in a barn

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Your family holiday in Cornwall

With so much to do, so many new things to experience and so little time, we’re here to make sure you make the most of your family holiday in this gorgeous part of the country. To help you do just that, we’re busy feverishly writing posts that we think will help you plan and enjoy your holiday with us. You’ve stumbled across just a few of these on this page – so fill your welly boots, pack the car and make a start!

The back roads to Royal Cornwall Show, past Ruthernbridge and Lanivet are magical, meandering and lined with wildflowers. They seem which materialise once a year for the annual family day out. There are landmarks like the farm with bright blue gates and the shaded valley garden filled with gunnera. Tim and I are joined by Saskia (2), Bathsheba (7) and Tristan (14) for the trip. Tim’s Dad (like many Cornish farmers) is there too, as a steward, resplendent in his bowler hat and suit.
We like cycling. It may feature somewhat disproportionately in these blogs. Why? Cycling seems to lift everyone’s spirits - with the fresh air and scenery (or sometimes the sheer relief of finishing a ride!). It feels like the golden stuff of family memories. More practically, we have bikes so it’s not too expensive and it’s something we can do with all our children - from 2 to 18.