Ahidden HEAVEN

Discover a new side to Cornwall on a visit to the quiet south coast peninsula of Roseland

- ALICIA MILLER

In contrast to the north Cornish coast's open, dramatic cliffscapes and wind-beaten shores, the Roseland peninsula on the southern side feels softer, more secret. Dangling midway down the county's south coast, its lush landscapes of jungle green thrive thanks to a mild microclimate. Lanes fringed with hedgerows wind down to little hidden bays untroubled by crowds. Ancient stone churches and tiny tea rooms are wrapped in Mediterranean blooms amid manicured fields of tea plants. Charming boating towns give way to walks through National Trust landscapes. Here in the Roseland, everything moves that little bit slower - which makes it perfect for a laid-back spring break.

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