Glendurgan Garden - Mawnan Smith (near Falmouth)

Beautiful National Trust Gardens - a sub tropical paradise, with good walking and views.  The Laurel Maze is great fun.  Seasonal opening (check website): http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/glendurgan-garden/

Tregothnan Estate - Truro

This beautiful, private estate (close to Truro in Tresillian) is world famous for its tea.  You need to pre book for a private tour of the estate.  Teas and other such items from the estate are also available to buy online: http://tregothnan.co.uk

Lamorran House Gardens - St Mawes

Lovely sub tropical gardens in St Mawes.  Great sea views: http://www.lamorrangarden.co.uk

Captian White's Reward - Top Tips for 2014

Just wanted to share our favourites amongst the many things listed on the Captain White's Reward Blog:

• Oliver's Restaurant, Falmouth - Look beyond the simple decor.  The food is amazing and matched by some of the friendliest service we've ever encountered
• Dolly's Tea Room & Wine Bar - Quirky and bags of character.  Wonderful for an afternoon tea (which you can replace the tea with a cheeky cocktail, served out of a tea pot), or to enjoy their amazing Gin List in the evening with a great Tapas selection.  Great live music on weekend nights (mellow guitarist/singer with an eclectic range)
• The Walk from Flushing to Mylor Harbour - After a lovely, quick ferry ride over from Falmouth to Flushing (the town across the water from Captain White's Reward), you walk to the right around the headland, through beautiful fields and then can relax with a cider and lunch at the restaurant there
• The Pandora Inn, Restronguet - A great, historic pub (dating back centuries) - good menu and you can always arrange for a water taxi (the ultimate way to travel in Cornwall) - you can walk from Flushing if you fancy an extension to the Mylor Harbour walk
• The Poly, Falmouth - Great Art Institute.  Always a great free exhibition and look out for their comedy and arthouse film programme
• Gylly Beach & Cafe, Falmouth - A lovely walking beach, with a good cafe for snacks and lunch
• Trelissick Garden, Feock - Beautiful National Trust Gardens and views
• Lost Gardens of Heligan, St Austell - Stunning gardens and a great walk.  Not easy to find, but well sign posted
• Hotel Tresanton, St Mawes - A real treat.  Jump on the ferry from Falmouth to St Mawes and the service and cuisine is second to none
• Picnic, Falmouth - The best Cornish Pasties (Anne's) and lunchtime treats
• Baker Tom, Falmouth - Beautiful, home baked breads and cakes
• Hunky Dory Restaurant, Falmouth - A great brasserie.  Lovely Moules Frites
• The Wheel House Restaurant, Falmouth - Amazing seafood and only sell what they catch that day. The menu is limited, but the simplicity makes this place so special.  Book well in advance - its super popular
• Constantine Stores - An Aladdin's cave of booze and one of the quirkiest places you will stumble upon in Cornwall
• Hidden Hut, Porthcurnick Beach - Situated on a small beach, close to Portscatho on the Roseland Peninsula, this is well worth the drive to experience the wonderful food and unique atmosphere.  Check the website for opening times and directions.  Great walking in the area as well.
• Espressini - A great artesian coffee shop and restaurant. Perfect if you are looking for a more refined brew and some super home made food at breakfast or lunchtime.

All are listed in the Blog with full details and web links.

As we discover more favourites, we'll add to the list

38 Reasons you need to go to Cornwall

Some trivia and inspiration: http://www.buzzfeed.com/tomphillips/38-reasons-you-need-to-go-to-cornwall

Trelissick Garden - Feock

Beautiful National Trust Gardens in Feock - you can catch a ferry from Falmouth: http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/trelissick-garden/

Falriver Guide

An excellent guide to the local area.  Ideas for walks, eating out, beaches, gardens, attractions, ferries etc...  Covers everywhere around the Fal River and Coastline: http://www.falriver.co.uk

Eden Project - St Austell

World famous gardens and research centre.  Adult admissions are £14 and open all year (late night opening in the Summer).  Can be reached by car, or train to St Austell: http://www.edenproject.com

The Lost Gardens of Heligan - St Austell

One of the most beautiful gardens in Britain - worth the journey.  Open throughout the year.  Adult tickets are £11.  Its approximately 25 miles from Falmouth: http://www.heligan.com

Trebah Garden - Mawnan Smith (near Falmouth)

A beautiful sub tropical paradise.  Approximately 6 miles from Captain White's Reward, so a nice walk.  There is also a pleasant cafe.  Open from the 1 March - 31 October.  Adult admission is £8.50 (there are discounts for Senior Citizens and Children): http://www.trebahgarden.co.uk