Although we’re currently enjoying an Indian summer and making the most of these last balmy days of sun, there’s a definite feeling in the air of the change of the season. The light has a glorious golden hue, sending soft sparkles across the waves, and once the sun has set at the end of another beautiful day, there’s a crispness in the air hinting at Autumn just around the corner.

With summer now in full swing, we thought we’d look at some of the wonderful things to do in Cornwall during the holiday season. From carnival parades to theme parks, and swimming pools to international surf contests, there are loads of exciting things to see and do in Cornwall this summer. Here are our top picks for what's on, what to do and where to explore in Cornwall this summer.

With the next school holidays just around the corner we’ve been thinking about some of the wonderful events and things to do in Cornwall over the May half term. Here’s our pick of some of the best things to do in Cornwall over May Bank Holiday weekend and half term.

Springtime is often the best time for a holiday or short break in Cornwall. As the sun starts to shine, the sea warms up and the flowers and foliage wake from their winter slumber, the county literally springs back to life. It can be incredibly beautiful and also peacefully quiet before the busy summer season kicks in. If you want quiet beaches, sparkling scenery and the run of attractions and early season events - spring is the time to come.

The spring flowers are budding, bunnies are hopping, lambs are leaping and the shops are filling up with chocolate eggs. It’s not long now until the Easter holidays in Cornwall. Easter is the first big holiday of the season here in Perranporth and throughout Cornwall. It’s a time when families make the most of the school holidays to take a break in the far South West. Some come for a long weekend, while others stay for a week or two to indulge in Cornish beach life and springtime scenery.

February half term is almost upon us, and as usual Cornwall has masses of activities and things going on to entertain the whole family, regardless of what the weather throws at us! Here are a few of our favourites…