Cornwall
The coast around Lands End is some of the most spectacular on the mainland while the Lizard Peninsular is host to caves and coves, myths and legends from the smuggling days. The north coast is also surf country with great beaches such as Portreath and laid-back party centre Newquay, Britain’s surf capital. Enjoy the subtropical flowers and fishing villages in the microclimate of the Cornish Riviera, or visit Britains warmest outposts, the Scilly Isles, where dolphins can be seen, and the more continental Channel Islands.
Scilly Isles
Lands End & St Ives
Lizard Peninsula & Falmouth
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Redruth & Truro
Newquay
Channel Islands
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Will the Worlds Oldest Tennis Tournament be a match for a Young Andy Murray? |
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June 21st - July 4th 2009 |
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2009 marks the 250th anniversary of Scottish poet Robert Burns' birth. Burns was a poet and a lyricist and is widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland.
The Burns Supper was started a few years after his death by a group of his friends; they held the supper to honour and remember Burns. The tradition caught on and the ritual of Burns Supper is now held all around the world.
His life and work will be celebrated throughout the year at many Burns-related events.
The Ashes
Another two years has passed and it's time for England to go head to head with Australia for another series of test cricket. To date, a total of 64 series have been played with Australia winning 31 and England 28 with 5 draws. Will the Australian's retain the Ashes yet again this year?
