What better way to start 2019 than with a festive break in Cornwall? Whether you fancyย a break with family and friends or getting away as a couple, itโs a chance to relax, unwind andย enjoy a memorable New Year’s Eve.
Although Christmas may be over, thereโs stillย lots happening in Cornwall to surprise and delight, from spellbinding theatrical performances to spectacular illuminations at the Eden Project. Start your break off with an experience to remember beforeย celebrating New Year’s Eve however you prefer – whether that’s cooking up a feast in your cottage or dining out at one of Cornwall’s top restaurants.
On New Yearโs Day, there’s nothing like wrapping up warm for an invigorating wintry walk along one of Cornwallโs beaches. Stop at a cafe forย a warming hot chocolate before returning to your cottage to curl up and get cosy in front of the fire.
Our top picks
New Year’s Eve at 15 Cornwall
See in the New Year in style at 15 Cornwall. The theme for this year’s celebrations isย aprรจs ski. Starting atย 8.15pm for welcome drinks, guests will enjoy a special five-course menu created by head chef Adam Banks. A DJ will get everyone on the dance floor from 10pmย right through to the countdown at midnight.
The Mousehole Cat and Mousehole Lights
Cousin Jackโs production of The Mousehole Catย combines puppetry and live action to create an enchanting performance thatโs perfect for families. Based on Antonia Barberโsย story of a well-known Cornish legend, it tells the tale of how the village was saved from famine by a brave fisherman, Tom Bawcock, and his cat, Mowzer.
Shows take place 15-31 December andย lasts approximately one hour. Tickets cost ยฃ11 per person, and we recommend booking early as they usually sell out quickly.
Mousehole has some of the best Christmas lights in Cornwall, so this is a great opportunity to take a stroll around the harbour and soak up the atmosphereย before the show begins.
Rogue Theatreโs Winter Wood
Rogue Theatreโ s enchanting winter celebration, Winter Wood, is an immersive experience thatโs ideal for the whole family. As you follow the illuminated path deep into the heart of Tehidy Woods, youโll come across faeries and woodland sprites before meeting Old Man Winter, weaver of magic and teller of tales.
Winter Wood runsย 8-30 December with shows most days at 1pm, 4pm and 6.30pm. The adventure lasts about two hours with performances taking place in a heated marquee in the middle of the woods.
Tickets cost ยฃ8.50 per person (under 3s free). Donโt forget your wellies, as the woodland paths can be muddy!
Miracle Theatreโs Aladdin
Miracle Theatre returns to the Princess Pavilion in Falmouth with a brand-new production of Aladdin. With their quirky humour and adept comic timing, this unique panto will appeal to the whole family.
Performances take place from 7 December – 5 January, and tickets cost ยฃ16-18 for adults and ยฃ11-ยฃ13 for children. As previous Miracle productions have sold out weโd recommend booking early.
Shadows and Light at the Eden Project
Each winter, the Eden Project is transformed.ย New for 2018, the Shadows and Lightย experience is an immersive light spectacular featuring live music, stunning installations and projections.
Shadows and Light takes place 5-8pm on selected dates until 30 December (included in the usual admission price).ย There are alsoย storytelling and craft sessions and an atmospheric ice rink. To find out more, go toย edenproject.com
New Year Breaks at Bosinver
If you’re tempted by the thought of celebrating in Cornwall, we have three remaining cottages, each sleeping 4:
All our luxury self-catering cottages are decorated for the festive season and set up with everything you need to relax and make the most of your break. You’ll also have access to all our facilities, including our heated indoor swimming pool, sauna, gym, games room and more.
For more suggestions for winter activities in Cornwall, take a look at our blog.
