The Cornwall Blog

It may be back-to-school time and technically the end of the summer holidays, but Cornwall feels like it holds on to its summer rays a little longer than the rest of the UK. There is still plenty to coax us outdoors and many would say September is their favourite month in Cornwall. Eke out those summer days with our six picks for your entertainment this month. Penzance Food Festival 3rd–6th September 2026 The setting is Penlee Park , and the focus is firmly on real food and the people who grow, catch and create it. Of course, good food needs good music and this festival won't disappoint. Now in its third year, among the organisers are the duo behind Falmouth and Newquay's popular food festivals. Lizard Sea Shanty Festival 4th–6th September 2026 Keeping it west, hark back to times gone by and hear Cornwall's maritime history ringing out across The Lizard Sea Shanty Festival . Free to attend, this annual celebration is all...

There are so many different types of beach on the Cornish coast. Ones where you can hit the shops if you’ve forgotten your flip-flops, and ones where you can hike to a quiet cove and commune with the seals. If you want rock pools, competition-worthy waves, miles of golden sand or giant pebbles and seashells, Cornwall has it all! What can feel a little trickier is knowing which beaches are accessible. There are actually quite a few Cornish beaches that could tick that box, but we wanted to focus on five of the best in our experience. Accessibility needs vary, of course, and sand, tides and temporary facilities can all affect how easy a beach is to use. We’ve concentrated on beaches with relatively straightforward access, nearby facilities and beach wheelchairs, but it’s always worth checking the latest information before making a special journey. 1. Perranporth Starting on the north coast, we’ve chosen Perranporth because of its relatively easy, level...