Tales of the Morvoren, the Kernewek word for mermaid, are woven into Cornwall’s maritime history and folklore. From the Mermaid of Zennor to darker drolls of merfolk and the mysteries of the deep, these stories have enthralled people for generations.
Alongside them are accounts of giant sea serpents, ghostly beings that change the weather, and sea deities such as the Bucca, who still receives offerings from fishermen today.
There are also stories you can see and touch, from shipwrecks beneath the sea to smuggling tunnels and pirates who once haunted these shores.
Follow the Morvoren to discover this rich side of Cornwall’s identity.
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These are a collection of books that have inspired our depiction of the Morvoren. Please note: most of these books are only available via second-hand book sellers. Where they are currently in print, we have included a link to an online bookseller.
Below is a selection of videos that cover Arthurian folklore and history connected to our vision of the Morvoren. All rights reserved.
