AtwellCornwall

Atwell at a glance

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Nestled into a secret, sun drenched cove, Atwell is a whisper of old Cornwall. Salty air mingles with gorse, tracing paths to whitewashed cottages and a tiny harbour where fishing boats bob gently. It’s wonderfully rural, a tranquil haven far from the madding crowds, yet vibrant with an independent, timeless beauty.

Atwell's roots plunge deep into Cornish soil, beginning as a humble fishing hamlet centuries ago, centred around a revered freshwater spring , hence its name, 'At the Well.' The arrival of the tin boom in the 18th century transformed it, with engine houses dotting the cliffs and miners toiling below. While the industry eventually dwindled

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