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The Wild West: A Magical Land of Myth and Legend - Far West Cornwall Photography Tour

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  • 16th - 19th February, 2026

  • £1,599.00 / £350.00 Deposit

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Our Cornwall photography tour 'The Wild West' will take place in February 2026 with Bill Ward. The area of West Penwith lies at the very far western tip of Cornwall. The UK’s very own “Wild West”, it’s a magical place: empty hills and moors give way to steep headlands, which in turn drop away to stunning white sand beaches.

Based on the dramatic headland of Cape Cornwall, a few bays round the corner from Lands End, this part of Cornwall is essentially an island, with water on 3 sides: on the more westerly exposed beaches, the swell rolls in from the Atlantic, all the way from the east coast of Newfoundland. There is weather here - big time - and when all the elements line up, it’s a life affirming dose of pure visceral energy. Storms, surf, wind, you name it - when it lands, it lands.

The southern side has a noticeably different character: there is shelter here, secluded smugglers’ coves, fishing villages and rocky inlets - palm trees rub shoulders with tropical plants aplenty - and a hugely atmospheric dampness can linger in the air.

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The Wild West: A Magical Land of Myth and Legend - Far West Cornwall Photography Tour

Far West Cornwall Photography Tour - A Magical Land of Myth and Legend
All along the coast, and inland too, there are reminders of the area’s surprisingly industrial past - this was the centre of the country’s long since departed tin mining industry. At its zenith in the mid 19th century, there were over 600 steam engines here, pumping out the mines that led out under the seabed, and the area was the copper and tin mining capital of the world. Nowadays, the shells of the mines hang in the morning mist, the echoes of the engines long gone.

There is neolithic and bronze age history here too: West Penwith has the highest concentration of stone circles anywhere in the UK, and potentially all of western Europe - their energy remains palpable and specific.

Not only is there history here, there is deep legend too. While the northwest coast carries much of the Legend of King Arthur and his wizard Merlin, the Far West is the land of mermaids and sea creatures, giants and underwater kingdoms. The Mermaid of Zennor, and the lost land of Lyonesse, the giants Cormoron and Blunderbore who lived around St Michael’s Mount, even the Piskies, Buccas and Knockers that are said to inhabit these parts… it’s a kingdom of possibility, imagination and the humble but formidably tasty Cornish pasty.

West Cornwall Photography Tour
West Cornwall Landscape Photography Tour
West Cornwall Landscape Photography

Whilst it’s the extraordinary soulfulness and wildness of the area that draws you back time and time again, it’s the beaches that consistently delight and amaze on the photographic front… pure white sand, turquoise seas, windswept dunes and out of season, space, time and emptiness.

This is grade A seascape territory. Your tutor for this tour, Bill Ward, has been coming here over 50 years, initially with his bucket and spade (a full-on 14-hour car journey from his home in Newcastle in the 1970’s), 30 years with a surfboard, and the last 20 years with his camera, exploring, walking, investigating, soaking it all up, and marvelling at the wonder of it all.

In addition to Seascapes, Bill is also one of the UK’s leading Creative Photographers (Intentional Camera Movement/Multiple Exposures), so there will also be plenty of opportunities to experiment with this genre for those who are interested.

Places on this tour are limited to 6.

  • Included

    • Accommodation - single occupancy

    • Breakfasts

    • Transport during the tour

    • Tuition from Bill Ward

  • Excluded

    • Travel to hotel

    • Meals not mentioned

    • Insurance

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Tutored by Bill Ward

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Luxury Editions

Essentially, a Luxury Editions tour is an exclusive micro learning group with five star tuition and treatment in all aspects of the tour. Each year a small number of ‘Luxury Editions’ tours will run where the group numbers no more than four photographers per tutor. Here the learning approach is more intensive where the leader is able to offer constant ‘hands-on guidance’ allowing them an opportunity to work in depth with each individual photographer in addition to working with the group on a collective basis. In addition to this, the accommodation will be of a high standard and special extras will be included. These tours are only taught by our long standing leaders who have years of experience and are highly sought after. If you would like to join a Luxury Edition tour, then the requirement would simply be a complete understanding of the workings of the camera and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop.

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Off the Beaten Track

Our 'Off the Beaten Track' tours cater for those more adventurous photographers who would like to get off the beaten track and explore roads untrodden or delve into the culture of a place. Groups are small and you can be assured that although the tour leader will have an in-depth knowledge of the location, you may veer off track if an unplanned photography opportunity presents itself! The tuition is five star on these tours. The accommodation varies on these tours from mid range hotels, shared cabins on a ship to basic and clean camps. Our priority is to get you to the best locations in time for the best shot and if this means camping half way up a mountain then so be it! Our 'Off the Beaten Track' tutors will have experience and knowledge of the area, so you can be assured that you will be completely taken care off to allow you to concentrate on that award winning image. If you would like to join an ‘Off the Beaten Track’ tour, then a good knowledge of your camera would be an advantage, but not essential, and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop. We do also ask that you have a good level of fitness as these tours could involve a large amount of walking. Check each tours description for requirements.

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Classic

Our Classic tours are aimed at those who wish to discover unique locations, but at a more leisurely pace than the Off the Beaten Track tours. There will be ample time to immerse yourself in the location and spend time on your photography. Classic tours also focus on sunrise and sunset (which are optional for those who like to sleep in!) and have a slightly larger group size (max 8 per tutor) to allow the social side of photography to be appreciated. Tuition is five star and hotels are mid-high range depending on the tour. Every classic tour is different so do refer to the tour description for details of accommodation and locations visited. If you would like to join a ‘Classic’ tour, then a good knowledge of your camera would be an advantage, but not essential, and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop. Fitness levels required vary depending on the tour so do check the exertion level under the description tab.

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City Tours

Interested in architectural photography or street photography? Do you get a buzz from photographing city life? Then a city tour is for you. We have a range of tours catering to various styles of photography including People/Street, Intentional Camera Movement, Iphoneography or Architectural photography. Tours range in length from weekend breaks, ideal for those who don’t have may days holiday left, or longer tours to allow yourself to truly explore the city. Our tutors have an in-depth knowledge of the location and will take you to undiscovered spots to ensure you come away with a varied selection of images that you are proud of. If you would like to join a ‘City’ tour, the requirement would simply be a complete understanding of the workings of the camera and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop. Fitness levels required vary depending on the tour so do check the exertion level under the description tab.

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In a Day

Only got one day to spare or have already used up your ‘holiday’ budget? Join one of our ‘In a Day’ photography workshops and we will provide you with the knowledge, the views and the techniques for making the most of the light. You will go away not only having met some like minded people but most importantly having learnt something new and exciting about photography. You only need to bring a camera and an open mind! Our photography workshops are ideal for all levels of photographer from beginner to advanced. Please note these one day workshops are exclusive of VAT, this will be applied at the rate of 20% at the checkout.

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Easy - most locations are arrived at by vehicle, and most subjects and viewpoints are within easy reach. No particular level of fitness is required.

Moderate - these tours involve some walking, perhaps sometimes in towns, or on well developed trails. There may be a limited amount of uphill walking. Please advise if you have any fitness concerns.

Strenuous - these are tours which may include demanding levels of walking, including some prolonged or steep ascents and descents. Rough terrain (off the beaten track) may well be encountered. A reasonable level of fitness is required for these trips.

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