Truro

Truro is the only city in Cornwall, making it the most southerly city in the United Kingdom. Its centre is well stocked with many high street chains and interesting stores, excellent restaurants, pubs and cafes making Truro a popular destination among tourists.

Truro is located in the centre of Cornwall at the point of the meeting of the Rivers Kenwyn and Allen. The actual name Truro is thought to mean three rivers this refers to Kenwyn, Allen and Glasteinan. The city has excellent rail links to Penzance, Plymouth, Falmouth and Paddington.

This is the perfect location from which you can visit both the north and south coasts which both offer a huge selection of beaches and coves. On the north coast you will find the long stretches of sandy beach at Portreath and Porthtowan which are very popular among surfers and only a 30-minute drive from Truro. On the south coast a host of hidden bays can be explored as well as visiting the beaches around the city on the south coast from Pentewan and Polstreath at Mevagissey, Portloe at Veryan Bay and all of the beaches in and around Falmouth which is 10 miles from Truro. The lands End and Lizard peninsulas are easily accessed from Truro where you will find an abundance of varied and interesting terrain to explore with sub-tropical temperatures and fascinating vegetation.

Truro has a large selection of places to eat and drink ranging from traditional public houses to specialist restaurants and bars. There will be a venue to suite every taste with this bustling Cornish hub offering all kinds of interesting cuisine. Whether it’s a swift half, or a three course meal that you’re after, you’ll find it all within this historical city centre.

Lemon Quay in the city centre was renovated in 2001 and now includes a selection of national chains, department stores, Pannier Market and arcade of specialist shops. Truro city centre also hosts regular farmers markets on a Wednesday and Saturday with a range of locally produced foods and crafts.

Locally you can enjoy a range of entertainment, the vibrant streets often ring with the sounds of lively buskers and performers such as fire eaters and concerts are often taking place in the parks with a good selection of live music to enjoy.

The keen golfer will be able to enjoy a range of courses at Truro, Killiow, Perranporth, Falmouth and Holywell Bay Golf clubs. Other activities can be enjoyed at the Truro Leisure Centre which has a main pool, teaching pool, fitness suite and sports hall. In the evenings enjoy a film at the Plaza Cinema or watch an event at one of the local theatres.

The city is well known for its cathedral in the heart of Truro, towering above the city it forms a spectacular skyline and is open to the public. The Royal Cornwall Museum is a must when visiting Truro with a collection of information on the intriguing Cornish history and an Art gallery. There are also visiting exhibitions through out the year.

Further afield there are many sites of interest to visit, many owned by the National Trust. St Maws Castle, St Anthony Head and Trewithien Gardens are all within a short drive and have a varied selection of historical building and land to enjoy. Other gardens to visit are Bosvigo and Trelissick.

For the family a visit to World in Miniature will provide a great day out, with a range of famous landmarks from around the world being recreated in miniature with lots of games and hidden jokes to find along the way.

The Tulip festival is held every year on the long May weekend and celebrates the coming of Summer with a selection of events including firework displays, markets, concerts, demonstrations, dances, dinners and workshops, all in all a great day all for all of the family.