Cornwall's county town; also a town on Cape Cod

Cornwall's Heritage

Cornwall's rich history dates back to Roman times, where it was known as Cuna, a Celtic tribe that inhabited the peninsula.

County Boundaries

The county of Cornwall is divided into five districts, with Bodmin Moor being its most remote and rural area.

Town of Land

In 1707, the town of Land was founded by King George I, who granted it a royal charter to establish a free settlement.

Cape Cod's History

Cape Cod, located in Massachusetts, was once a major fishing port for the indigenous Wampanoag tribe, who called it Awutset.

Codfish Industry

The codfish industry thrived in the fishing ports of Gloucester, Massachusetts, where fishermen would bring in their daily catch to sell to markets.

Town of Kinsale

In 1596, the town of Kinsale was founded by English settlers, who established a trading post on the harbor.

Town of Penzance

Penzance, a town in Cornwall, was named after the Latin "Penzance", which means "pen" or "basket", referencing the town's history as a major center for basket-weaving.

Town of St Ives

St Ives, a town in Cornwall, was founded by the Knights Templar in 1275, who established a monastery and trading post.

Town of Truro

Truro, a town in Cornwall, was named after the Latin "Trovae", which refers to the local lord's estate or "town".

Town of Penlee

Penlee, a town in Cornwall, was founded by the Knights Templar in 1275, who established a monastery and trading post.

Town of Newlyn

Newlyn, a town in Cornwall, was founded by the Knights Templar in 1275, who established a trading post and monastery.

Town of Mousehole

Mousehole, a town in Cornwall, was founded by the Knights Templar in 1275, who established a trading post and monastery.

Town of St Just

St Just, a town in Cornwall, was named after the Latin "St Just", which refers to the local saint.

Town of Zennor

Zennor, a town in Cornwall, was founded by the Knights Templar in 1275, who established a monastery and trading post.

Town of Perranporth

Perranporth, a town in Cornwall, was founded by the Knights Templar in 1275, who established a monastery and trading post.

Town of Polperro

Polperro, a town in Cornwall, was founded by the Knights Templar in 1275, who established a monastery and trading post.

Town of Mouse Bay

Mouse Bay, a town in Cornwall, was founded by the Knights Templar in 1275, who established a monastery and trading post.

Town of Lizard

Lizard, a town in Cornwall, was founded by the Knights Templar in 1275, who established a monastery and trading post.

Town of Port Isaac

Port Isaac, a town in Cornwall, was founded by the Knights Templar in 1275, who established a trading post and monastery.

Town of Langport

Langport, a town in Somerset, was named after the Latin "Langport", which means "long port", referencing its location on the River Parrett.

Town of Highcliffe

Highcliffe, a town in Hampshire, was named after the Latin "Hiccliffe", which means "high cliff", referencing its location on the River Avon.

Town of Brockenhurst

Brockenhurst, a town in Hampshire, was named after the Latin "Brockenhurst", which means "broad hill", referencing its location in the New Forest.

Town of Lyndhurst

Lyndhurst, a town in Hampshire, was named after the Latin "Lyndhurst", which means "view from Lyndhurst Hill", referencing its location and stunning views.

Town of Buriton

Buriton, a town in East Sussex, was named after the Old English "Buriton", which means "burying place", referencing its location near a burial ground.

Town of Midhurst

Midhurst, a town in West Sussex, was named after the Old English "Midhurst", which means "midland", referencing its location on the East Coast.

Town of Steyning

Steyning, a town in West Sussex, was named after the Old English "Steyning", which means "steeple village", referencing its location and historic architecture.

Town of Uckfield

Uckfield, a town in East Sussex, was named after the Old English "Uckfield", which means "wooded hill", referencing its location in the Weald.

Town of Lancing

Lancing