First and Last Cottages - Things to Do and Events in West Cornwall

View Sennen Cove near Treeve Moor House B&B

Distant view of Sennen church near Treeve Moor House B&B

View of Land's End near Treeve Moor House B&B

View of Sennen breakwater near Treeve Moor House B&B

Sunset at Land's End near Treeve Moor House B&B

View of Sennen harbour beach near Treeve Moor House B&B

Fishing boat Sennen Cove near Treeve Moor House B&B

View of poppies near Treeve Moor House B&B

View of Sennen Cove beach near Treeve Moor House B&B

View of heather and gorse with Cape Cornwall in the background

Sunset Land's End near Treeve Moor House B&B

Things to Do

There is so much to do in this area, it's choosing where to go that's hard. Here are some suggestions:-

Minack Theatre - operates in the summer season only but the exhibition centre is open all year round. Buy your tickets as soon as possible because the most popular performances are sold out way in advance
Land's End - the exhibitions are definitely worth seeing. On Tuesdays and Thursdays in August there are spectacular firework displays
Geevor Tin Mine - an excellent tour of one of the last mines to close down. Geevor and the surrounding area has been awarded World Heritage Status - more information on the Cornish Mining website.
Turn of the Tide art gallery, St. Just - worth a browse around
Museum of Submarine Telegraphy, Porthcurno - a secret wartime communications centre with fascinating interactive exhibits
St. Michael's Mount - check the tide to see if you can walk across - if not phone the Manor office to check the sea conditions
Surfing- surfing lessons can be arranged at Sennen Cove
Beaches - some fantastic beaches within walking distance including Sennen Cove, Nanjizal, Gwenver, Porthchapel and Porthcurno
South West Coastal Path passes close to the properties in both Sennen and Porthcurno
Isles of Scilly day trips by helicopter- the helicopter departs from Penzance or you can go with Skybus from Land's End Airport, or by boat from Penzance. A visit to Tresco is particularly recommended
Land's End Airport scenic flights - an opportunity to see the area from the air
Geneaology - the Cornwall Family History Society may be able to help you trace your family tree
Diving - from Penzance round to St. Ives
Marine Conservation & Diving Centre, Penzance
Marine Discovery - exhilarating wildlife boat trips from Penzance
Gardens - there are some excellent gardens in the area including Trengwainton, Trewidden, Trebah and the Lost Gardens of Heligan - these are especially worth visiting in the early spring
Eden Project - even if you're not keen on plants the engineering project alone is worth seeing
National Maritime Museum, Falmouth - a mixed reaction from people on this one but worth combining with a river cruise afterwards
Mousehole - visit the Ship Inn to find out about Stargazey Pie - this can be eaten in most of the pubs on Tom Bawcock's Eve (23rd Dec)
River Fal boat trips - just turn up and choose on the day. Cruising up the Helford for a cream tea is a favourite
Flambards, Helston - you can spend a whole day here and there are things to do for both adults and children
Paradise Park, Hayle - parrots, penguins, otters, red pandas and more. An excellent place for a picnic
St. Ives including the Tate Gallery - lots of art galleries including the Tate which has an excellent coffee shop, plus craft shops, excellent beaches and high quality restaurants
Birdwatching - a fantastic area for birdwatching, particularly at Porthgwarra.
Climbing - lots of places in the area are used for climbing, particularly around Bosigran.
Penlee House Gallery & Museum - usually free on Saturdays. Some lovely Newlyn School paintings and an excellent café
Gweek Seal Sanctuary - try to time your arrival at feeding time - a nice setting for a picnic
Cape Cornwall Golf & Leisure Centre and West Cornwall Golf Club both worth a visit
Fishing - Stithians Lake permits from 01209 860301, Marazion Angling Club - day tickets from West Cornwall Angling 01736 362363, Trout Fishery Hayle 01736 850889
Sea fishing - various trips daily in the summer 01736 368565
St Austell Brewery Guided Tour - not suitable for children under 8,or those with mobility problems. A chance to sample the beers and have a freshly cooked lunch in The Hicks Bar.
Cornish Way Cycle Path - the Cornish cycle path starts at Land's End plus information on other cycle paths is available from Sustrans
CATA - Cornwall Association of Tourist Attractions - this site gives you lots of information on places to go, especially for children
Car free days out are being promoted by Devon & Cornwall rail partnership and there are two websites which you might find useful www.carfreedaysout.com and www.railaletrail.com