When you think of a  Cornish coastal village  you think of quaint  cottages set in the idyllic  surroundings of a rural countryside with a back drop of rolling  blue sea and white waves, maybe a couple of shops and a few  other amenities. Well St. Agnes has all this and so much  more. Nestled in the lee of an impressive landmark which dominates  the skyline of the beautiful and dramatic Atlantic coast St. Agnes  is both a country village founded on tin mining and a popular  coastal resort. A dual character which is reflected in her history  with the picturesque ruins of engine houses and chimneys dominating the sky line  and her magnificent, rugged and unspoiled coastal, inland and valley walks to explore  and discover she is a walker and a painter's paradise.  All the main footpaths along the coast and over the St. Agnes Beacon  have frequent seats from which you can rest and enjoy the splendid  views and the view from the top of the Beacon is one not to be missed.  For the naturalists and conservationists there is an abundance of plant,  animal, bird and sea life here for you to discover and enjoy, changing with  each season.  A visit to the St. Agnes museum will  introduce you to her history of tin mining and fishing and of her myths and  legends. St. Agnes is very proud of her legends especially her Giant  Bolster, who plays a BIG part in village events. Visit the last working Tin  Stream in Cornwall and watch rocks being turned into metal. See local  craft-people at work in our own pottery and craft workshops or view  paintings by Cornish artists in one of our many art galleries.  Sample traditional Cornish pasties from our local bakery or enjoy good food from one  of our many hotels, restaurants/cafes or public houses.  Swim, surf or learn how to surf, [surf/boogie boards, wet suits and other equipment  can be purchased or hired], or just relax on one of our RNLI lifeguard patrolled  [seasonal]  beaches.  St Agnes has a growing residential population and with her many and varied shops  and businesses has more than adequate, all year round, facilities for locals and  tourists alike and being only 3 miles from the A30 is a good home base to reach all  attractions throughout Cornwall.   St. Agnes is a friendly retreat. Its people have a strong sense of history and a great love of home. The  main village events throughout the year welcome and encourage visitors not just to come along and  watch but to participate, perhaps it is this pervading warmth that affects those who stay here and why so  many return.  Site last updated 29th January 2012 Please note that this website is only available to bed & breakfast properties in the Parish of St. Agnes. © stagnes-bed-and-breakfast.co.uk  2010 - 2012 Click an image to enlarge