Fish & Camel
Dining out in Padstow is a gourmet delight with the Rick Stien venues, and a large number of other restaurants, cafes, pubs and inns offering local fresh fish and great Cornish food. Places to stay are plentiful in and around the town. Padstow is on the west side Camel Estuary in an area of natural beauty, with wonderful bays, beautiful golden beaches, crooked streets sloping down to the harbour, and many medieval buildings adding to the lure of this port. Te harbour is busy with trawlers, yachts and other craft.
Most of the beaches are within walking distance of the town, or a short drive along the coast is some of the finest stretches of sand in Cornwall. With its wonderful views, Padstow is ideal for walking, golfing, and holiday activities at any time of the year. Te nearby Camel Trail is eleven miles of traffic free, wheelchair friendly, converted rail track running alongside the River Camel linking Bodmin, Wadebridge , Padstow and Camelford.
CARNEVAS HOLIDAY PARK
St Merryn, Nr Padstow
CARNEVAS HOLIDAY PARK is a short distance from Padstow and the wonderful beaches of Porthcothan, Treyarnon, Trevose and a wealth of opportunities for enjoyment. Whether it is a weekend break or longer in our caravan park/campsite or luxury self - catering holiday cottage, we are sure to have something for you. Facilities include a laundry, shop and play equipment for the children.
Across the Camel Estuary the small and unique town of Rock can be accessed via windy roads, or by the foot ferry/water taxi from Padstow. Te Jamie Oliver and Michelin star restaurants, high-end places to stay, many art galleries, boutique type shops etc., reflect the ambience of this town. THE ROCK INN is amongst choices for any budget. Golf courses in this area are many, and most welcome non-members.
THE ROCK INN is situated on the waterfront with superb views looking out towards the estuary
Padstow
and Padstow. We offer quality food and rooms at reasonable prices in a contemporary ambience in which to relax and unwind. Tis is a welcoming and friendly venue with a first class service to ensure you are spoilt whilst you’re here.
Daymer Bay, with its sheltered waters, family and dog friendly beach, fishing, boat trips and water- sports, is a mile from Padstow. To the right of Daymer Bay is the small beach of Greenaways, accessed via the Tristram car park, and to the left is Braey Hill with views of Hawkers cove, the Doom Bar and Stepper Point.
Going back to the coast, Polzeath has awesome scenery, and a world renowned surfing beach. Te beach is suitable for families, but is subject to large waves with rip currents, so care is advised with young children. Te beach is home to the Voluntary Marine Wildlife Reserve where dolphins, puffins and many types of coastal birds can be spotted.
TheRock Inn
*Accommodation available* *Touring/camping pitches* *Excellent facilites*
*Great Beaches Nearby* Tel: 01841 520230
e.mail:
carnevascampsite@aol.com www.carnevasholidaypark.com
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Within walking distance of Polzeath, there are some interesting places to visit, using the coastal paths; the town of Rock, Daymer Bay, Pentire point, St Minver, Trebetherick, New Polzeath, Lundy Bay, Trebarwith Strand, Port Isaac, the Rumps in the Iron- Age cliff castle with ramparts, and more can be reached. Te coastal footpath between Polzeath and St Enodoc is wheelchair friendly. At low tide from Daymer Bay, it is possible to walk around Brea Hill to Rock and take the ferry to Padstow. Going east, there are fantastic coves, wildlife, rugged cliffs and views of the sea and land stretching for miles.
Port Isaac, or TV ‘Port Wenn’, has fishing or scenic trips from the harbour, and the sea shanty singers ‘Te Fishermen Friends’ perform on the quay during the summer months. Tere are speciality shops and galleries, a Post Office, bars, and several restaurants. Two places of note are the Slipway Hotel for fresh fish dishes, and the Old School House, with rooms named after school lessons. In the village there are steep narrow lanes leading to the harbour, with nooks and crannies such as ‘Squeezie Belly Alley’ and ‘Te Bloody Bones Cellar’ used for storing contraband with a tunnel to the beach. A shingle beach is adjacent to the village, but within a short distance there are sandy beaches. Parking is at the top of the hill leading to the harbour.
Port Gaverne, around the corner from Port Isaac, is the safest sheltered, sandy beach, with rock pools in north Cornwall for small children. Some old buildings on the quay have been converted into holiday accommodation, and the 17th century Port Gaverne Hotel is recommended for its friendly ambience.
AT ROCK
New Menu • Great selection of Beers & Wines Extensive menu along with daily specials board Food served from 10am to 9pm
Evening reservations recommended
Rock Seafront 01208 863498
www.therockinnrock.co.uk
Port Quin, a few miles to the west, is largely owned by Te National Trust. Tere is an interesting walk from Port Isaac to Port Quin, accessed from the harbour up the hill to Roscarrock Hill and then take the route to Pine Haven as the views are outstanding. At nearby St Endellion, classical musical festivals are held in the parish church at Easter, and in midsummer. Located adjacent to the Long Cross Hotel are Long Cross Victorian Gardens with a maze, small lake, dovecote and children’s play area and pets’ corner.
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