Is September a good month to visit Cornwall?


Is September a good month to visit Cornwall? As Summer comes to an end, visitor numbers drop off dramatically. So if you're looking for a little peace and quiet, you can't go wrong with a visit to Cornwall in September. Just make sure you book your stay after the school Summer holidays – these usually finish in early September.


What is the best town to use as a base in Cornwall?

Padstow is an ideal place to base yourself for a holiday in Cornwall. It's a charming port town surrounded by beautiful beaches and offers many exciting things to discover.


Can you get around Cornwall without a car?

There are almost 100 bus routes crisscrossing Cornwall, so whether you're planning a day at the beach, heading to one of the county's visitor attractions or wanting to explore some of the county's more remote areas, getting around by bus is easy.


Is Cornwall too touristy?

There has certainly been a growing awareness around the issues of overtourism in Cornwall. At the beginning of 2023, the New York-based travel publisher Fodor's included Cornwall in its “No List” of destinations to avoid, due to overcrowding.


What is the sunniest month in Cornwall?

Cornwall can expect well over 1500 hours of sunshine annually and, whilst May is usually the sunniest month, May to July average around 7 hours of sunshine a day.


Which coast of Cornwall has the best weather?

The Roseland Peninsula, on which The Nare resides, has an even milder climate compared to the rest of Cornwall. A part of the south coast of Cornwall, the Roseland has its own micro-climate that allows palm trees, agave plants and other subtropical flowers to flourish in the hotel gardens.


Is Cornwall sunnier than London?

Specialist Inbound Group Tour Operator for Cornwall & Isles of Scilly. Did you know that Cornwall has the mildest and sunniest weather in the United Kingdom? It has 200 more sunshine hours than anywhere else in Great Britain and The Isles of Scilly are warmer than Cannes in the South of France in the middle of winter.