Cornwall is a great place to visit in the summer, and not just for the beautiful scenery, gorgeous beaches and great weather. The county puts on a host of festivals and events each year to showcase Cornwall’s rich heritage. From the Royal Cornwall Show to the Port Eliot Festival there is something for every visitor to enjoy.

Book a Cornish cottage now and attend some of these great festivals and events – you won’t be disappointed!

Often overlooked by its better known neighbours of Bristol and Plymouth, Exeter is a great place to spend a day or two.

Exeter’s compact city centre has excellent shops which back onto the Cathedral Green, a great place to enjoy a picnic in the shadow of the 14th century cathedral. Surrounded by quaint shops and restaurants, this quiet backwater is just one of the hidden gems of this historic university city.

Discover more about this splendid city before planning a cultural holiday in Devon.

Truro is the most southerly city in the UK, and is in fact the only city in the county of Cornwall so it is well worth spending a day visiting.

Truro carries out the weighty responsibility as the administrative, legislative, shopping and leisure centre of the county, as it has been since the 12th century. From the smart Marks and Spencer’s store on the wide open space of Lemon Quay to the back street wine bars in the pedestrianised city centre, Truro has something to please every visitor.

Visit this charming county seat and see Cornwall at its most splendid!

Easter is a great time to sneak away for a relaxed break in Devon. The weather is mild, the beaches are quiet and the attractions are newly opened, welcoming guests for another summer season. Families can enjoy Easter egg hunts, feeding baby lambs and long walks spotting nesting birds and early wild flowers.

Enjoy the lovely county of Devon this spring by booking a charming Devon cottage now.

Thousands of visitors head for Cornwall in the summer, but why not beat the crowds and enjoy a holiday in the spring? Cornwall is known for its mild climate – daffodil picking begins in January – so a visit can lift your spirits and shorten the winter. Enjoy fun Easter Egg Hunts, gorgeous gardens filled with blooms and near-deserted beaches.

Book a holiday cottage in Cornwall now and start summer early!

Devon has dozens of great places to visit packed between its rugged Bristol Channel coast and the golden beaches to the south. Many of these great attractions have won top awards making them particularly worthwhile to visit.

Book your holiday cottage in Devon now and look forward to visiting some award-winning attractions.

Cornwall is packed with theme parks, gardens, railways, farms, wildlife parks, animal sanctuaries, castles, historic attractions, caverns, museums and activities. How do you choose which ones to visit during a short stay in Cornwall? There are some amazing award-winning attractions which are sure to be a resounding success with all the family.

When you book a holiday cottage in Cornwall, visit some of these great places to make it an action-packed family holiday.

London 2012 Olympics start in the West Country; as London gears up for its moment of glory hosting the 2012 Olympics in July, Devon and Cornwall have a very important part to play in the preparations. The traditional Olympic Torch Relay will start its 70-day long journey around the UK from Land’s End on 19 May, 2012. Many people will line the route to cheer as the torch is carried through historic towns and villages in the South West.

All eyes will be on Cornwall as the epic journey begins. May is a gorgeous time to visit Devon and Cornwall in any year, but even more so this year. Book your holiday cottage now and be in the front row to watch the start of the Olympic Torch Relay.

The extended bank holiday celebrating the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee is a great excuse for heading down to the West Country in June 2012. The celebrations start on Saturday 2 June and will continue over four days through Tuesday 5 June, 2012. Street parties, train rides, royal visits, classical concerts and some of the best summer weather in the UK means that cottages in Devon and Cornwall are expecting record holiday bookings in 2012.

With a royal visit in early May, the Olympic torch commencing its journey from Land’s End in mid-May and the splendid Royal Cornwall Show to attend from 7-9 June, now is the time to book your holiday cottage in Devon and Cornwall to avoid disappointment.