A new way to explore Cornwall.
Discover extraordinary people , fascinating places , dramatic history and the special events in our Cornish year .
The
PEOPLE
Cornwall has produced remarkable and inspiring individuals who have left a lasting legacy.
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The
PLACES
Cornwall’s landscape is home to amazing places, from ancient monuments to cutting-edge architecture.
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The
HISTORY
Cornwall’s story is a mixture of struggle and success, featuring events that still shape our lives today.
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The
YEAR
Cornwall boasts a rich calendar of seasonal celebrations and cultural events, both old and new.
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23 October
In 1826, thousands of people watched a wrestling match between Cornwall's James Polkinghorne and Devon's Abraham Cann in Plymouth. Cann used the Devon style of wrestling which includes kicking the opponent. The match was declared a draw.
Did you know?
Cornwall's Stannary Parliament could ignore laws made in Westminster.
Lanhydrock House was rebuilt in the 1880s after a devastating fire. For protection, the replacement had its own “modern” fire engines and fire extinguishers.
Many beaches were affected when the oil tanker Torrey Canyon was wrecked in 1967, but only 15% of the oil that leaked out came ashore in Cornwall. Much more was washed over to Brittany.
Poldark exclusive!
In September 2016, filming began for series three of BBC Television’s ‘Poldark’. On a wet and windy day, the Cornwall For Ever! team travelled to furthest west Cornwall to record interviews with cast and crew. Our sincere thanks go to Tom York, Michael Ray and everyone at Mammoth Screen.
Cornish firsts and discoveries
Innovation, ingenuity, and determination are just some of the qualities shown by the people who have changed our world.
Adventures overseas
Cornwall is connected to the rest of the world by the sea and its people have travelled far and wide.
Faith
From the Stone Age to the New Age, spirituality and religion have shaped our landscape and inspired our communities.