Explore Cornwall’s greatest fortress
Discover the wartime secrets of ‘Cornwall’s greatest fortress’.
Pendennis Castle, near Falmouth, was built by K ing Henry VIII to defend against possible attack by Spain and France.
Throughout its 450-year history, Pendennis Castle has faced new enemies, right up to the World War Two.
See a Tudor gun deck in action, and experience the sights and sounds of battle in the interactive exhibition at the Royal Artillery Barracks.
Explore the cells of the World War One guard house, and relive the
drama of an enemy attack on the World War Two observation post.
Then descend through secret tunnels to the big guns of Half Moon Battery.
Explore centuries of war time history or simply relax, enjoy the scenery and indulge in a Cornish cream tea in the newly refurbished tea room.
In its superb coastal setting, Pendennis offers magnificent views of Falmouth and the Fal Estuary.
For further details please visit www.english-
heritage.org.uk/pendennis or telephone 01326 316594
Cornwall promotes access for all
Cornwall is a fantastic place to live or visit but the very nature of its appeal – rural isolation, beautiful beaches and towering cliffs – often make it one of the most difficult places in the country for disabled people to live or to spend their precious holiday.
Often Cornish towns are hilly, attractions are inaccessible, and the coastline is far from easy to negotiate.
However, do not be put off, as the county’s accessibility is improving with a number of organisations and attractions’ making commendable improvements to ensure their service is accessible to all.
The ‘Visit Cornwall’ website is a good place to start as it contains lots of interesting information and brochures for accessible accommodation and places to visit.
There are easy routes to follow in many gardens and attractions, such as The Lost Gardens of Heligan near Mevagissey, and the South West Coast Path have highlighted sections of Cornwall’s stunning coastline that are accessible to wheelchair users.
www.cornish-visitor.co.uk
Flambards theme park is not just good for the children; check out the Victorian village and Britain in the Blitz exhibitions.
The famous Eden Project has made an excellent attempt in turning an inaccessible topography into a venue welcoming to everybody.
Falmouth, Penzance and St Austell are among the Cornish towns participating in the Shop Mobility Scheme.
On a nice sunny day there is nothing better than getting a pasty from the famous Philps pasty shop in Hayle and taking your time to wander up King George V Memorial Walk.
Perhaps the only thing better would be to sun yourself on one of Cornwall’s fantastic beaches, and now thanks to the 15 beach access wheelchairs around the county you can.
Look out for Cornwall’s disability aware lifestyle magazine, Discover, and if you need any help or further information, call the county’s disability information advice line on 01736 759500.
Best wishes for a great holiday from all at Disability Cornwall.
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