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Cornwall Quotes

Reflections on Cornwall's coast, roots and change.

These quotes follow a lifelong pull toward Cornwall — spring half-term holidays, a childhood in St. Austell before things turned polite and Disney-fied, and a return that felt like discovering a tropical paradise close to home.

I had a huge interior world as a kid: I'd sit on endless wet holidays in Cornwall playing with paper dolls.

Quotes by Abi Morgan

It is somewhat remarkable that Cornwall has produced no musical genius of any note, and yet the Cornishman is akin to the Welshman and the Irishman.

Quotes by Sabine Baring-Gould

On many accounts, Cornwall may be regarded as one of the most interesting counties of England, whether we regard it for its coast scenery, its products, or its antiquities.

Quotes by Sabine Baring-Gould

In Cornwall, it is quite possible to take a stride from the richest vegetation into the abomination of desolation. It has been said in mockery that Cornwall does not grow wood enough to make coffins for the people.

Quotes by Sabine Baring-Gould

Able Quotes

Cornwall bears a certain resemblance to Italy: each is like a leg or boot, but Italy stands a-tiptoe to the south, whereas Cornwall is thrust out to the west. But, whereas Italy is kicking Sicily as a football, Cornwall has...

Quotes by Sabine Baring-Gould

West Wittering in Chichester is perfect for a short break and if I've got longer, Devon and Cornwall are my favourites places in Britain.

Quotes by Konnie Huq

Blue Peter' scarred me for life. I was kayak-surfing in Cornwall and the waves were so strong it was more like white-water rafting. I had to hang on for dear life. At one point I let go and my hand...

Quotes by Konnie Huq

Since I was a little girl, my family has taken a holiday to Cornwall every spring half-term.

Quotes by Kate Garraway

The whole of Cornwall has become antiseptic. When I was growing up in St. Austell, the county was wonderfully rough and workish. These days it is polite and Disney-fied.

Quotes by John Nettles

Age Quotes

I have lived in Cornwall from the age of 4, so I have always been aware of the artistic heritage that the county has. I feel very proud to be able to connect to this.

Quotes by John Dyer

On my return to Cornwall I discovered that I was living in a tropical paradise. For now I am content to explore my own home and our nearest neighbour France.

Quotes by John Dyer

I wouldn't like to live in a castle now, but I'd enjoy a visit to Restormel in Cornwall in its 13th century prime. It's a circular castle with the rooms built against the outer walls and quite intimate in size....

Quotes by Jo Beverley

I love being able to go on local flights when the weather is right. I've popped to the Isle of Wight, Cornwall and been mountain flying in Wales. When I got my licence I was over the moon, it was...

Quotes by Jay Kay

The Conservative Party absolutely can be a party that speaks to mining communities in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire, and communities based around heavy industry in Yorkshire and County Durham, Wales and Cornwall as well as urban areas like London.

Quotes by James Cleverly

Any Quotes

I travel a lot with work... to and from Cornwall and Bristol, so I find myself on lots of trains.

Quotes by Eleanor Tomlinson

It was fantastic to work in Cornwall partly because my family live there so I was able to do lots of visiting and eat lots of cake. They live all over Cornwall and all over Devon.

Quotes by Dawn French

I've never had much interest in spinoffery - the idea of writing in someone else's universe generally leaves me cold - but 'Doctor Who' is different. I've grown up with it. It's been part of my life since I was...

Quotes by Alastair Reynolds

Frequently Asked Questions

What do these Cornwall quotes talk about?
They trace a personal relationship with Cornwall over time — childhood holidays, growing up in St. Austell, and a deep sense of connection to the region's artistic heritage.
Why would someone search for quotes about Cornwall?
Cornwall has a strong regional identity in England, and these quotes appeal to people with ties to the area or an interest in its coastal, cultural character.
Does any quote describe how Cornwall has changed?
Yes — one speaker says the whole of Cornwall has become antiseptic and polite compared to the rougher, more workish county they remember growing up in.
Is there a quote about returning to Cornwall after time away?
One entry describes coming back to Cornwall and discovering it felt like a tropical paradise, with France as its nearest neighbour across the water.
What topic complements this page well?
For more on roots and where people come from, see Age quotes.

One speaker credits growing up there with a deep connection to the county's artistic heritage. Explore Age or Become quotes for more on roots and identity.