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I'm Sophie, editor of Muddy Cornwall, here to bring you the quirky, cool and downright unmissable in the area.

Gotta Have It

Making plans? Find your perfect Pub, Inn, Hotel, Café, Restaurant or Bar across the Muddy counties.

Our Favourite Family Outings14 things to do with kids in Cornwall this Summer - on and off the beaten track…
Garden totally frazzled?Wilted borders and a lawn resembling the Gobi desert? Check out these heatwave-combating garden tips
My Favourite Places: Rock to Port IsaacThe best of North Cornwall, as recommended by Katy of Latitude50
The loveliest pubs with roomsFancy a weekend away in the countryside? The Muddy Editors across 19 counties know all the best spots for a relaxed overnighter.

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There’s a chef in my kitchen!

Planning a special celebration in Cornwall? Hire this brilliant private chef and let the restaurant come to you
- The Longstore, Charlestown
  
  You had us at steaks and seafood! This Cornish harbour-side eatery was named ‘Best Restaurant’ in this year’s Muddy Awards. Here's why...
- A Taste of Life in the Slow Lane
  
  A dose of rural life goes a long way at Cornish family farm Botelet. Muddy stops by for a blissful Monday breakfast.
- Cool Course: Gin Making at An Mor
  
  The ultimate experience for gin lovers, this Bude-based Masterclass includes tasting, gin history and the chance to distill your own bespoke spirit
- Eat Here: Penrose Kitchen
  
  This newly relaunched restaurant offers relaxed fine dining in an idyllic water garden, just five minutes outside of Truro. Muddy does lunch!

Our honest reviews of the UK’s best schools

Our curated A-Z of the grooviest local businesses

Wooldown Cottages, Luxury Retreats for Two

Looking for a romantic and relaxing escape, designed exclusively for couples? Wooldown gets the Muddy seal of approval. Oh for another soak in that roll-top bath!
- My Favourite Places: Rock to Port Isaac
  
  Katy Austin-Waters, of classy self-catering company Latitude50, shares her top spots on Cornwall's stunning north coast. This is insider info, don't go telling everyone!
- Get Away With Your Gang
  
  Whether you're escaping as a group of adults or combining a family holiday with friends, Cornwall's big coastal homes make the perfect destination.

The latest handpicked businesses we think you’ll love

Hooray for high-waisted bikinis

Feel at your best on the beach this summer in a super flattering high-waisted bikini. Suits you!
- Sunshine Soles
  
  Heatwave-proof dressing starts with the perfect summer sandals. Step this way for the best brands on the beach.
- Trailback: The Perfect Outdoor Boots
  
  Comfortable, waterproof and stylish too. These are the boots I wear every day, from new Cornish footwear brand Trailback

What book are you taking on holiday?

Never mind the holiday wardrobe, let’s sort out your holiday reading. Here’s the Muddy top 10 summer tomes. Save space in that suitcase!
- Outdoor Theatre: The Cherry Orchard
  
  Join Miracle Theatre at special venues across Cornwall and beyond this summer, to catch their full-of-fun take on this Chekov classic
- Blooming delightful!
  
  Muddy masters the art of the nonchalant hand-tied bouquet, with fab local florist Miranda Hackett at Pentillie Castle.
- Muddy Reviews: The Trench Bodmin
  
  So much more than playing soldiers, this immersive theatre experience makes a heartfelt connection between the audience and Cornishmen who fought in WW1
- Seeking literary inspiration?
  
  Well, you're in the right place. Muddy's pro bookworm Kerry Potter picks the best June reads for you.

Are You A Work-Life ‘Blender’?

Apparently it’s the end of the road for the ‘work-life balance’ (or lack of). In its place, the buzz word is about ‘blending’ – but do you have what it takes to fully mix business with pleasure?
Kids
- Our Favourite Family Outings
  
  14 things to do with kids in Cornwall this Summer - on and off the beaten track…
- Comfy Threads for Free-Range Kids
  
  Kit out the sprogs for summer fun with hand-printed T-shirts and sweats from new Cornish clothing brand Wild Rock.

World Cup Wonders

Far be it from us to objectify the World Cup’s hottest footballers. Instead we’ve found you the smartest. Seriously!
- Amanda Barlow’s Favourite Places
  
  Love a spa day? Scenic walk? Seafood with a view? We tapped Made For Life Organics MD, Amanda for some top local knowledge. Here are the Cornish places she loves best.
- Artist Toby Ray: My Favourite Places
  
  Toby Ray has life pre-e-t-t-ty sussed. He spends his days painting dreamy, contemporary seascapes...
- Muddy Meets: Artist, Amy Albright
  
  The abstract landscape painter tells Muddy about her inspirations, experimental style and favourite Cornish views.