THE AREA
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The area is ideal for families, with miles of unspoilt, sandy beaches and exciting rocky pools filled with marine life. The beaches range in size from the wide crescents of Constantine and Harlyn Bays to the narrower, deep and more sheltered bays of Trevone, Treyarnon and Porthcothan. Most are excellent for surfing and are patrolled by lifeguards during the summer. |
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We have lovely walks:-
The coastal path with its breathtaking scenery, towering cliffs and narrow coves nestling in the rugged coastline, provides magnificent walks for both families and keen hikers alike. |
| Two of the most dramatic landmarks are the National Trust owned Bedruthan Steps and the high headland of Trevose Head with its spectacular scenery, lighthouse and Padstow lifeboat station. The path takes a more gentle course as it winds its way along the side of the Camel estuary to Padstow and continues at Rock, across the river, which can be reached by a ferry. Inland pathways, such as the Camel Trail or Saints Way, offer alternative scenery and the estuary and adjacent creeks are a haven for wildlife and flowers. The Camel Trail follows the route of the old riverside railway between Padstow and Bodmin via Wadebridge and offers a level walk with beautiful views across the estuary. It can also be explored by bike which can be hired at either Padstow or Wadebridge. By contrast, the Saints Way (an ancient path linking Padstow to Fowey on the south coast) starts at Padstow, climbs steeply up Dennis Hill and provides spectacular views from the top over the town, estuary and surrounding areas. Inland villages such as Little Petherick and St Mawgan in the sheltered Lanherne valley are also worth exploring.
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We have sport:- The area
offers a wide variety of sporting and leisure activities. Many
beaches are ideal for surfing (wet suits and boards are available
for hire locally). Trevose Golf & Country Club (01841 520208)
has a championship 18 hole course, (plus a further 9 hole course
and a par 3 course) and also offers tennis courts, swimming pool,
restaurant and other facilities.
Golf
in Cornwall website
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There is another championship club at St. Enodoc and the brand new Roserrow Golf & Country Club both on the other side of the estuary and a “pay as you play”course at Mawgan Porth. The tennis club at Padstow has courts available for hire.
The Camel estuary is a haven for a wide variety of watersports including dinghy sailing, wind surfing, diving and water skiing. Shark and sea fishing trips are available from Padstow and there are other fishing activities in the area. There are riding stables for those interested in horse riding or pony trekking. The“Cornwall Parachute Centre” is based at the old naval airfield at St. Merryn.
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We have food:- The area also
boasts a wide choice of pubs, restaurants, bistros and cafes. Many
offer facilities for families. Padstow is particularly well served
for places to eat out among which is Rick Stein's Seafood Restaurant
by the quay (of the BBC's popular television programme "Taste of
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| And we have Padstow:-
Padstow, which is built into a sheltered inlet on the side of the Camel estuary is an historic and largely unspoilt fishing town with narrow streets and old buildings grouped around the harbour with its small but thriving fishing industry. Local attractions include the Elizabethan manor house, gardens and deer park at Prideaux Place, which is open to visitors during the
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| majority of the season and presents exhibitions and concerts from time to time. Boat trips are available from the harbour and there is a regular passenger ferry service across the estuary to Rock. The town has a small cinema (in the season), museums, the “Little Theatre”, miniature golf, heated outdoor pool, gift and craft shops.
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