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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Chris Wilson

10 of the best places to go in Cornwall to avoid the crowds

Places like Lantic Bay are among the most unspoilt parts of the county - (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Several places spring to mind for the classic UK staycation, whether it’s the honey-hued villages of the Cotswolds or the elegant cityscape of Edinburgh. But in summer, few destinations seem to capture the British imagination like Cornwall does.

From the shores of St Ives to the inland capital of Truro, Cornwall is a perennial staycation favourite thanks to beautiful beaches, picturesque towns and villages, and some of the finest walking trails in the country.

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