Colourful Cornwall, with its delicious cuisine, jaw-dropping landscapes and breathtaking blue spaces remains one of the UK’s most popular holiday destinations, year after year. This exciting West Country county is famous for its Cornish pasties, cream teas and endless family activities, but here are 5 fun facts about Cornwall that will make you even more excited about your next stay in this exciting UK holiday resort.

Cornwall is Home to The World’s Largest Indoor Rainforest

You may already know that South Cornwall is home to the Eden Project, but do you know what it is?

This impressive undertaking was created when a sterile pit was transformed into a thriving ecosystem — the world’s largest indoor rainforest — beginning in 2001.

Developed as a way of fostering a deep respect for the natural world and based on the principle that everything on Earth is interconnected, this incredible celebration of nature is an entertaining and educational treat for all the family.

Cornwall Has Its Own Language

Did you know that Cornwall has its own language?

Kernowek — the Cornish native tongue — was spoken by the Cornish throughout the Middle Ages, only gradually becoming obsolete as English began to dominate. But this archaic language is not to be kept down forever..

Kernowek is currently experiencing something of a revival, as many Cornish folk strive to preserve their unique cultural heritage.

The First Cornish Pasties Were Made for Tin Miners

The world-famous Cornish pasty was originally made for tin miners as a convenient and hearty meal.

Pasties of all kinds were enjoyed by the wealthy and regal as far back as the 13th century. These Cornish pasty predecessors were stuffed with decadent fillings and offered in a variety of culinary contexts.

Later, in the 18th and 19th centuries, these tasty treats were made by Cornish miners’ wives, who used cheaper ingredients and engraved their husbands’ initials onto the pastry to confirm ownership.

Easy to carry and eat without cutlery, they were considered the perfect on-the-go meal for tin miners.

Cornwall Has the Longest Coastline in Britain

Cornwall has the longest coastline of any English county, stretching over 400 miles. This, coupled with the fact that it is also one of the sunniest towns in the UK, makes it a popular destination for beach lovers.

Cornwall Has Its Own Legendary Monster

This one is only allegedly based on fact, but it’s certainly a lot of fun! Cornwall has its own version of the Loch Ness Monster.

Rumour has it that the Cornish monster, known as the Morgawr, was first spotted at Pendennis Point in 1975 and is said to inhabit Falmouth Bay.

With the sunny Cornish weather on your side, you can now do all your family’s monster-spotting in comfort!

Planning a Visit?

With everything that Cornwall has to offer, who knew there were still so many quirky charms to discover about this much-loved holiday hamlet! If you’re planning a visit, these fun facts about Cornwall will make your trip to this endlessly fascinating county even more intriguing.

Where to Stay in Cornwall

Cornwall offers an impressive variety of fabulous coastlines, family activities, camping, glamping and spa experiences.

You can find some of the very best of these activities right here at our Tregoad Holiday Park, where you’ll be safely situated at least an hour and a half away from Morgawr, and just 40 minutes from the world’s largest indoor rainforest!

Book a last-minute break and enjoy the finest family activities, Cornish pasties, cream teas and seascapes you’ll find anywhere in Britain.