Treat your tastebuds to a tour of Penzance, beginning with Polgoon Vineyard and its award-winning sparkling wines. Then get a taste for West Cornwall with your very own tour guide on the ‘Pasties and Cream’ adventure from Kernow Tours. From Moomaid ice cream in Zennor to cream teas in Lamorna, it’s the perfect tour if you’re hungry for adventure.
You can mix and match from the suggested activities to create a great day out during your stay. If you were to do all the activities on this itinerary, the estimated duration is given above.
Please note: You will need to contact the venue or experience provider directly to book.
Click on each individual experience and find out more about its accessibility and public transport connections, along with an eco tip.
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Polgoon produces award-winning sparkling wines, ciders and fruit juices. You could pop into the shop and buy a bottle or two, but for a deeper understanding of what they do, it’s worth booking a tour. In the winter months, the vineyard offers a slower pace of tour, during which you’ll explore the indoor production areas, learn about the grape varieties and try up to five different Polgoon products. You can check to see their current availability and book ahead here.
Get a taste for West Cornwall with your very own tour guide. The ‘Pasties and Cream’ adventure from Kernow Tours introduces you to some of the area’s must-try foods. From Moomaid ice cream in Zennor to cream teas in Lamorna, it’s the perfect tour if you’re hungry for adventure. Tours can be tailored to you and are suitable for up to six guests. Find out more here.
Bosavern is a community farm, which means it’s dedicated to promoting local food and providing local people with access to land and produce. The farm supplies nearby restaurants with seasonal veg, but it’s also home to beehives, wildflower meadows and a number of allotments. If you’re exploring St Just, visit the farm shop and stock up on jars of honey and chutney. Find out more here.
In this half-day rock fishing trip, Justin at Hook & Cook will guide you to the best fishing spots in West Cornwall. He’ll show you how to use your lure and keep or release any fish you catch. With mackerel, pollock and sea bass found in the area, it’s a great way to find a new connection to the coast and your food. Find out more and book your experience here.
Have you ever wanted to make your own herbal medicine? Book a sensory medicine workshop with the Apothecary Forager, AKA Ruth Weaver, and learn how to identify medicinal plants and prepare a specific medicine. This 2-hour workshop is held at the Newlyn Fermentary. Follow Ruth on Instagram for the latest workshop dates.
The Mexico Inn is a 200-year-old pub and the perfect place to retreat for lunch after a blustery walk along the coastal path between Penzance and Marazion. Cosy up by the log fire and enjoy delicious small plates, ingredient-driven mains and a menu that changes with the seasons. Find out more here.
The Cornish Barn is the smokehouse, restaurant and bar of the Artist Residence, a stylish boutique hotel in Penzance. Head to Chapel Street to join them for a hearty brunch, evening feast or an extraordinary cocktail surrounded by statement art. If the weather is fine, take a peek at their garden area too. Find out more here.
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Many of the activities in our itineraries are accessible. Click on each individual experience to find out more about its accessibility. We advise that you contact the venue or experience provider in advance to confirm. You can also find information about accessible venues through Access Cornwall.
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This listing has been curated by the EXPERIENCE West Cornwall team and was correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication. We advise that you contact the venue or provider directly to confirm any seasonal opening details and to book the experience.
