UK's most westerly village with miles of dramatic coastline and incredible claim to fame

As the most westerly village in the UK, this Cornish village has a claim to fame that is enough in and of itself to have visitors flocking to its doors.

With its mild climate, sub-tropical garden, and miles of dramatic coastline filled with independent shops there is a full day's worth of activities and sightseeing to keep you busy in St Just.

Near Land's End and just eight miles from Penzance, this beautiful location is also steeped in history, as it used to function as the centre of the tin mining industry.

At the centre of St Just is Plain-an-Gwarry, a theatre used for plays in medieval times.

Now it hosts Lafrowda Festival, according to Cornwall Guide. In the churchyard of the Church of St Just, there are some beautiful sub-tropical gardens that have flourished in the Roseland peninsula's mild temperatures.

Described as one of the most beautiful churchyards by poet John Betjeman, it leads down to a fairytale like creek.

It also sites flush with Cape Cornwall, which in sailing times of the past navigators believed was 'Land's End' marking the place where the English Channel and St Georges Channel meet.

The cape was bought for the nation by Heinz Ltd in 1987 and then presented to the National Trust to mark the company's centenary, according to Visit Cornwall.

The rocks on the shore are known locally as "General De Gaul in the bath" because of the outline when viewed from the mainland.

Each year a swim covers the mile between the rocks and the cove. If you fancy your own dip in the sea you may spot some grey seals bobbing about in the waters.

If you follow the South West Coast Path, there are a plethora of hidden beaches to explore. Many of these spots were used in the BBC's hit series Poldark, exploring the smuggling history of the area. These include Botallack, Levant and Geevor.

You can take a tour of these filming locations, according toTripadvisor.

One five star said of the experience: "We had such a lovely day with Becky. She was so knowledgeable not just about Poldark but about the history and culture of Cornwall. We also had a stop at the Minack Theater which was fantastic and although not related to Poldark was a unique piece of Cornish history that was so fun to explore. 10/10 would highly recommend."

Botallack mine is also available to visit and is highly recommended on Tripadvisor. The breathtaking views mean you are peering right over a jagged and dramatic coast line.

One reviewer rated the experience five stars saying: "Incredible views of the remains of the Crowns, Cornish engine houses perched on the cliff edge. Right on the SWCP coast path, a path leads down to the engine house or there are benches at the top of the path where you can have a picnic and enjoy the view."

They continued: "Nearby Botallack Counthouse (National Trust) is a café which serves home made pasties and cakes and has games to entertain children. Large car park (pay and display, National Trust members free). A fabulous place to visit in any weather, in hazy summer sun or in passionate winter storms."