6 of the Best Museums in Cornwall
Lostwithiel Museum, in the heart of our little town It is hard to miss the history of Cornwall. From tall ships and mining to shipwrecks, art and the beginnings of global communication, there are stories everywhere you look. Many Cornish towns have their own museum too, making them perfect places to retreat to on a rainy day, or simply when curiosity gets the better of you. In my home town of Lostwithiel, we have history in spades. Restormel Castle stands above the town, the Duchy Palace recalls Lostwithiel's medieval importance, and our peaceful river was once busy with trade and shipping. Our small museum on Fore Street does a wonderful job of exploring the many layers of local life. It got me thinking about some of the other museums around Cornwall that are particularly worth seeking out. 1. Lostwithiel Museum I am starting close to home with Lostwithiel Museum . It may be small, but it is packed with local history and is run entirely by volun...