Escape the London crowds! Discover Truro and its Victorian-style gardens.

🌟Truro Cathedral is one of the smallest cathedrals in Britain and the seat of the Bishop of the Diocese of Truro. Designed by architect John Pearson and built between 1880 and 1910, this Gothic Revival-style cathedral boasts a soaring nave and exquisite Victorian stained glass. 🌟Georgian and Victorian Architecture: During the mining boom of the 18th and 19th centuries, Truro attracted many wealthy mine owners who built elegant Georgian and Victorian townhouses, earning Truro the nickname "the London of Cornwall." Rich Culture and Arts Museums: The Royal Cornwall Museum is the oldest and most important cultural museum in Cornwall, with collections covering archaeology, art, natural sciences, and geology. Exhibits include Egyptian mummies and local minerals. Theaters: Truro boasts one of the UK's leading theaters, such as the Hall for Cornwall, which hosts a variety of theatrical, musical, and cultural events throughout the year, from West End shows and music concerts to comedy performances. Arts Activities: Truro School excels in music and drama, hosting 60 concerts and several major theatrical productions annually, creating a vibrant artistic atmosphere in the city. Food and Shopping Paradise Food: Truro offers a diverse range of restaurants serving a wide variety of cuisines. In addition, the annual Truro Food Festival in September allows visitors to sample local specialties and delicacies from around the world. Shopping: From independent boutiques to popular high street stores, Truro has it all. Lemon Street Market houses shops, cafes, and art galleries, and an outdoor farmers market takes place on Wednesdays and Saturdays, offering local produce and crafts. Beautiful Natural Scenery Riverside Scenery: Truro, named for the confluence of "three rivers," is traversed by the Kenwyn and Allen rivers, which merge to form the Truro River and eventually join the Fal River. The riverside scenery is pleasant and ideal for leisurely strolls. City Parks: Victoria Gardens, with its exotic trees, vibrant shrubs, and summer open-air concerts, is a perfect place to relax and unwind.