Perhaps the most famous site hereabouts, often called the jewel in Cornwall's crown, is St Michael's Mount.  Home to the St Aubyn family for over 300 years although now in the care of the National Trust, the Mount offers a medieval castle, an exotic garden clinging to the steep flanks, and an ancient harbour with shops and restaurants. 

Start to delve into the history of the area around South West Cornwall and it is amazing how many notable characters either originated in or left their mark on the region.  One such was Guglielmo Marconi who just over one hundred years ago made the first transatlantic wireless from Poldhu Cove, not ten miles from Tregathenan.  The Marconi Monument and recently opened small museum are easily reached from Mullion and there is a superb circular walk to be had taking in Poldhu, Mullion Cove and Mullion itself.  Make time for a bite to eat in the Old Inn at Mullion.

Stepping farther back in time, to Henry VIII in fact, brings us Pendennis and St Mawes Castles overlooking Carrick Roads around Falmouth.  Built between 1539 and 1543, Pendennis Castle still has the original cannon in place, which thankfully have never been fired in anger.

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