Saturday, September 29, 2012

Camping at Trevitha Farm, Cornwall






Camping near Padstow, at Trevitha Farm, Cornwall, on a Caravan Club CL
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Friday, September 28, 2012

Trip 2::Proton/Cornwall - South West Trains - The journey to Bournemouth






We got up at 07:30 to head to Waterloo station and catch a train to Bournemouth where the car awaited us. For more info, visit our website at www.onelasttrip.net









www.beachside.co.uk Facilities at Beachside include a shop, bar, games room, launderette, children's playground and an outdoor heated swimming pool. The shop, bar and swimming pool are open from Mid-May to Mid-September. Beachside Holiday Park is set amidst sand dunes right beside the beach in St Ives Bay, Cornwall. Beachside has holiday accommodation and pitches that are ideal for families and couples. Excellent facilities on-site and ideal location for touring West Cornwall. At Beachside there are holiday chalets, bungalows and lodges along with camping and touring pitches. The site is open from March to October.


Thursday, September 27, 2012

Cornwall 2010 holiday clip






An impression of a great summer breeze Cornish holiday at the Beachside holiday park in Hayle, July 2010 !!


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A weekend in Cornwall with the dogs.
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Sarah does not own the Avengers. She just wants a Loki dog tag. Paddle ball is hard. Sleep is good.


Camping in Cornwall






Our tent when we were camping in Cornwall this week!


Camping in Cornwall (West) Lower Treave Caravan & Camping Park,






www.ukcampsitefinder.co.uk . Lower Treave Caravan and Camping Park is a family run camping and touring caravan site set in the heart of the Lands End Peninsula amidst some of the most spectacular scenery in the Duchy. We are surrounded by the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) which you can explore from the site, enjoying the ancient landscapes, culture and heritage.









The coast along Beacon Drive, St Agnes. Brilliant view. In high tide, the sea would come hammering on the rocks. In low tide it would withdraw 100 - 200 meters and expose a sandy beach.
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Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Go Beach Hopping in Cornwall

If you have chosen to stay at one of the Cornwall holiday cottages for your Newquay holidays, chances are that it is located near one of the beaches. There are over 150 beaches in Cornwall, all just waiting to be explored. You can enjoy a day at the beach while staying at one of the Cornwall holiday cottages. You can plan a nice beach picnic with your friends at one of the beaches during your Newquay holidays.


Whitesand Bay


Whitesand Bay is doubtless one of the finest beaches in South East Cornwall. This is a three mile long beach that is perfect for a nice picnic with your friends. You can enjoy a day at this beach if you are staying at one of the luxurious Cornwall holiday cottages. However, the beach is easily accessible to everyone, especially the elderly.

This is because of its steep access; furthermore there are not many facilities available at Whitesand Bay. If you and your friends plan to enjoy a picnic at this beach during your Newquay holidays, you will have make sure you are carrying a fully-loaded picnic basket. Whitesand Bay is a pet-friendly beach, so you take your dogs together with you to the beach.

Kingsand and Cawsand Beach


Head over to Cawsand Bay to spend a day at the twin beaches. Kingsand and Cawsand beaches are situated in the picturesque village of Kingsand and Cawsand. These two beaches are sand and shingle beaches. You might want to take a trip to this place and enjoy a nice picnic during your Newquay holidays.

There are several rock pools to explore at Kingsand beach. The rock pools are great for swimming and relaxing in the water. Kingsand Beach is also another pet-friendly beach. Dogs are allowed on Kingsand Beach all year long. This is one of the beaches worth visiting while staying at one of the Cornwall holiday cottages. On the other hand at Cawsand beach, dogs are allowed only during a specific time of the year. If you are travelling with your dog, you can come to Cawsand beach as from Easter to October 1. There are sufficient facilities available at the beach. Restaurants, cafes, bed and breakfasts, gift shops and a post office is available here. Sailing is possible at Kingsand and Cawsand beach.

Downderry Beach


Downderry beach is a good sand and shingle beach located in Cornwall. Downderry Beach has many rock pools that are great for swimming. The beach is perfect for those who like to spend an afternoon relaxing at the beach. Visiting this beach is a good idea during your Newquay holidays. Getting to this beach is not difficult if you are staying at one of the luxurious Cornwall holiday cottage. There is a cafe and a post office close to the beach. Parking is also available.



Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Enjoy Cornwall attractions and stay in a charming cottage

The county of Cornwall in South West England is bordered to the north and west by the Celtic Sea, to the south by the English Channel and to the east by the tourist county of Devon. Cornwall has a population of just over half a million people and its administrative centre and only city is Truro. Cornwall is a popular tourist destination – what makes it so appealing is that it has a number of attractions that will keep you and your family occupied and coming back for more. Cornwall has endless accommodation possibilities too – Cornwall cottages, lodges, camping sites and hotels to name a few. Here are some of the best attractions in Cornwall:


 


Blue Reef Aquarium in Newquay – This is a magnificent way to discover a wide variety of marine species from local to tropical species on show.

This aquarium is home to over 40 living displays from lobsters and seahorses to tropical fish and sharks. Right in the middle of this attraction is a large ocean tank where an underwater walkthrough tunnel offers visitors the opportunity to see tropical coral reef fish up close and personal. There are many displays showing octopus, cuttlefish, turtles, terrapins and many more. There is a Tropical Shark Lagoon display as well, showing a variety of tropical shark and ray species.

 


Eden Project in St Blazey near St Austell – This is the world’s largest greenhouse and renowned globally. It is located in a reclaimed pit and is dominated by two enclosures consisting of domes that house thousands of plant species. The first dome emulates a tropical environment whilst the second a Mediterranean environment.

There is a third outdoor dome, which is not covered that represents the temperate regions of the world. By having these three different environments, this attraction is able to house plant species from all over the world making it extremely popular for nature enthusiasts.

 


Lost Gardens of Heligan near Mevagissey – This is one of the most popular botanical gardens in the UK and consists of gardens that are typical of the 19th century Gardenesque style, as well as other areas of different style. The gardens were created by the Cornish Tremayne family from the mid 18th century up to the beginning of the 20th century and forms a part of the family’s Heligan estate. The gardens were neglected after WW1, and were only restored in the 1990s. The gardens have a marvellous collection of flowers and vegetables, a series of lakes, an Italian garden and Europe’s only remaining pineapple pit. A wild area called ‘The Jungle’ is filled with sub tropical tree ferns.


Must See Places When You Visit Cornwall

The first inhabitants of Cornwall, long before it acquired its current name were the Neolithic followed by the Bronze Age inhabitants; in the Iron Age, the Celts moved in. As such, this area is rich with historic value and artifacts. Cornwall has in the past and present played host to a number of movie and television production crews recording their films with the beauty of Cornwall as their backdrop. Cornwall is overflowing with beautiful green landscape and sparkling beaches. The avid explorer is likely to discover random remnants of days long passed as they stroll through the countryside.


Cornwall is not only a beautiful destination for tourists, it is also an active mining and fishing town with fishing boats coming and going on the beautiful clear deep blue water. The water is only challenged in beauty by the moorland landscapes that reach to the beaches.


The town itself is a mix of historical and modern.

There are art galleries that will sell you an artists conception of the beauty of the town and surrounding areas or many other subjects. The town is dotted with all sorts of shopping venues including unique boutiques and craft shops

Myths and legends abound for King Arthur and the ruins of King Arthur's castle at Titagel are fabulously popular and often plays the backdrop for tellers of the stories of King Arthur and his legendary court. The mysterious Dozmary Pool is alive with mystique as it is said to be the home and resting place of King Arthur's famous sword Excalibur. Slaughterbridge is said to be the location where King Arthur fought Mordred, maybe you will feel the presence of the two warriors as you lightly tread across the bridge.


If you love the beauty of natures rooted creations, you will love visiting Cornwall, it is the home to some of the most beautiful gardens in the world.

The variety of plants and their vivid display of undulating color set against the meticulously manicured lawns are a sight you will not soon forget. Most of these gardens can be glimpsed on the grounds of the stately homes and imposing mansions flecking the countryside.

If seafood is your passion, Cornwall is your Utopia, their seafood is what you would expect from a quaint, homey seaside village. Dine with the locals on a feast of fresh fish, enjoy the country flavour of the generous helpings of good wholesome country cooking. Enjoy the delightful array of local cheeses and accompany your feast with chilled wine directly from the local vineyards. The local townspeople are warm, friendly and their hospitality is second to none.



Sunday, September 23, 2012

Vacation Journey - Obtaining About Cornwall

Households with youthful children will love the array of seashores on offer in and all around Fowey - customers really should certainly consider a trip to the seaside at Polkerris, a tiny and picturesque village nearby.

The beach has shallow h2o excellent for bathing and swimming, and there is also h2o sports devices accessible to hire for far more adventurous holidaymakers.

Other routines well known with site visitors to Fowey are horse riding and cycling. Hiring a bicycle for the day is a great way of exploring the village and trying to keep active, with horse riding a very good option for tackling the steeper hills dotted about.

People staying in vacation cottages in Fowey for a week or so could want to believe about exploring further afield. The pretty town of St Austell is conveniently located and is the destination to head to in purchase to decide on up grocery essentials or get pleasure from an evening dinner.

All-around 20 minutes out of Fowey by car is the world-famous Eden Task, a stunning assortment of exotic plants housed beneath eye-catching domes.

Cornwall is a stunning town in Britain and is one particular of the most well-liked destinations for loved ones vacations. Situated by the Atlantic Ocean, it has almost everything that a holiday destination should really have - superior accommodation, great meals and a good deal of amusement for the kids, with a sunny weather conditions. Moreover, most of the big sights are situated in the outer fringes of the city as the interiors are primarily devoted to mining, which are closed to outsiders for safety purposes. Nonetheless, it has additional than you can ever think about and if you are setting up for a relatives vacation anytime soon, then be confident to prepare for Cornwall.

Sites of Attraction:

The entire city is a kaleidoscope of enticing sights and seems but there are a very few locations, which deserve specific point out, and your family vacation would not be finish with out a trip to these wonderful areas.

New quay: This is the surfer's paradise in Britain. For a weekend break, or an extended trip, this is just ideal. Whether you want to go surfing or just splash all over in the waves and enjoy some innocent fun with your youngsters, its appeal is marvelous. Even the renowned Planet Surfing Championships ended up held here even a very few decades back. You can take pleasure in superior seafood and leisurely evenings as you view the sun taking a dip into the sea.

St. Ives: St Ives is renowned for its galleries and as a end result is rather a lot frequented by artwork historians, and you can go to them for a very enriching knowledge. The seashores right here are a lot more secluded and hence best for a quiet retreat. In a way, it is much more regular than other components of Cornwall and investing a handful of days right here will depart you feeling entirely calm and rejuvenated.

Fowey: Pronounced "Foy", this place is steeped in heritage and it even now bears the vestiges of the Spanish and French raids of the fourteenth century. Now, it has 1 of the most popular harbors in Britain and provides you with a pretty prospect to go for yacht sailing. The Fowey Hall Hotel is the most renowned luxury hotel right here and it serves beautiful meals, blended with superb accommodation facilities.









We couldn't pick a favourite Cornwall beach to visit this summer. We chose three instead. So when you've finished swimming and snoozing on Gyllyngvase Beach in Falmouth (24 July) and Fistral Beach Newquay (25 July), grab an icecream and come and see the Volkswagen Lifestyle vehicles. We may even play a game of beach cricket with you, if you're lucky. (www.vwescape.co.uk)
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Visiting the Museums in Cornwall

You should book one of the Cornwall holiday cottages for your Newquay holidays so that you can visit the museums in Cornwall. In case you are wondering how to organise your museum tours in Cornwall or what to see, here are some information to help you in your endeavour.


Bodmin Town Museum


If learning about the local history of Cornwall during your Newquay holidays is a cherished dream, visiting the Bodmin Town Museum can help. At this local history museum, you will see a typical Cornish kitchen, a wide collection of minerals, ores and fossils, artefacts, photographs and text relating to the Second World War, agriculture, the fire service, law and order, wildlife, archaeology, railways and Victoriana.

In fact, the types of collection of this museum are categorised into Geology, Military, Local History, Religious History, Archaeology, Agricultural, Bronze Age Culture, and Social History, thus making it easy for visitors to choose the sections that interest them the most.

The Bodmin Town Museum offers various children's activities too, thus making it an entertaining place for even the tiny-tots. Pet owners, especially those having dogs, can visit it without any difficulty as the museum is dog friendly. So, make your plans to visit this place from the Cornwall holiday cottages that you have booked for your sojourn at the place.


Callington Heritage Centre


Located on Liskeard Road in Callington, this museum takes you on a tour of the town of Callington and most of its neighbouring parishes. The chief concern of this museum is to depict the mining history of the area, along with the agricultural past and the social history of the place.


The artefacts and documents of this museum are categorised into Industrial Heritage, Geology, Bronze Age Culture, Religious, Local and Social History.

The Callington Heritage Centre is accessible to disabled people, thus enabling such people to step back in time and enjoy a slice of the past. Even free facilities and access to computer are offered for family history research at this museum.

So, make sure to come to this museum during your Newquay holidays to explore it. You can also visit the museum while staying at the Cornwall holiday cottages.


Falmouth Art Gallery


Falmouth Art Gallery is situated at the Municipal Building of The Moor. It was established in 1978 to house the permanent collection of the town comprising of 100 works on oil and 200 works on paper, most of which were donated by private collectors. Whether you are spending time in one of the Cornwall holiday cottages or are on your Newquay holidays, visiting this nationally accredited museum is worth your time. Some popular collection of this museum include the works by major British artists like Dame Laura Knight RA, Sir Frank Brangwyn RA, Charles Napier Hemy RA, Henry Scott Tuke RA – to name just a few.


These are just a few of the museums you can visit during your Newquay holidays while staying at the Cornwall holiday cottages.



Increase In Uk Family Holidays In Cornwall

Over the last two or three years, more and more Britons are moving to caravan holidays, also camping sites are seeing a huge swing to holidays under canvas and people are enjoying the freedom of the outdoors, at a fraction of the cost of staying in hotel accommodation.

Devon and Cornwall have attracted visitors for many many years, enjoying the mildest climate in the UK, the region is one of outstanding natural beauty, rolling hills, sandy beaches and beautiful fishing villages are just a few delights you can expect to enjoy.

A great family holiday can be yours staying on one of the holiday parks in Cornwall, catering for families is something that Cornwall does in abundance, and with plenty to choose from, both holiday parks in Devon and Cornwall caravan parks, all of them offer their own special brand of traditional British fun, with a wide choice of accommodation from tents to caravans, holiday cottages, all at reasonable prices.

Static caravans on holiday parks are coming into their own, the exterior appearance is very inviting and the internal fixtures and fittings are presenting, to the holiday maker, the comforts of home, there is now a high demand by tourists and visitors for this type of holiday accommodation.

Camping is great fun, and you can stay on campsites in Cornwall for just a few pounds per night, if in the past you have taken your family on holiday then you will know how expensive it can be, but camping is a whole new ball game and gives the family freedom to do what they want all day long, no ties to hotel meal times, eat what you want, when you want, freedom in bucket loads.

Whether you want to camp, rent a holiday caravan, or a holiday cottage, you want to stay at a caravan park in Cornwall, or a caravan park in Devon, these parks have the ingredients for making the best family holiday you will remember for a lifetime.

A spokesman for Wooda Farm Holiday Park in Cornwall said We can guarantee excellent facilities for camping in Cornwall, we also offer luxury static caravans for hire, and we go that extra mile to ensure our visitors have a memorable holiday in Cornwall.

CORNWALL ROAD TRIP 2009 version 2






The Magnificent Seven go to Cornwall
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Saturday, September 22, 2012

North Cornwall Cottage, UK - Sleeping 5

North Cornwall is the largest district among the six local districts of Cornwall located in United Kingdom. North Cornwall region is rich in natural beauty and splendor. Here you will get to see mesmerizing landscapes, wonderful rivers, amazing waterfalls and lovely valleys. North Cornwall is the only area in Cornwall which is formed of carboniferous rocks and is an important geological and scientific center.


So, now let me tell you about some of the holiday cottages located in the North Cornwall region.


1. Meadowview Cottage


It is a luxurious 5 star cottage which covers an area of 30 acres of lush green farm land in the small hamlet of Trelash. The cottage is just a few minutes away from the North Cornwall coast and very near from London, Bristol and Birmingham. The cottage is surrounded by two large vibrant gardens which provide you a perfect location to rest in peace.

From the rooms within the cottage you can get a good view of the valley, the coast and the scenic harbor. Some of the excellent facilities that you can get here include private sauna, a large garden area, spacious clean rooms, meadow views and well maintained tracks for morning walks.

2. Polzeath Cottage


This lovely cottage is located in Polzeath village in Padstow, North Cornwall. This cottage offers luxurious accommodations for Cornish seaside holidays and is big enough for five people. Nearby to this place you can find an exotic beach surfing area of Hayle Bay which is very safe for children as well as pets. In the cottage you will find a well maintained fully equipped kitchen, an open plain living area, a dining room, a spacious lounge area and a fine hall. There are two bedrooms in the cottage having king sized beds, the sunroom is also attached to the room.

In the room you can easily find a bed linen electric oven, a washing machine, ironing facilities, microwave, video player and a dishwasher.

3. Saltings Holiday Cottage


Saltings Holiday Cottage has recently been renovated and it can easily accommodate up to nine people. The cottage is located in Egloshayle and Wadebridge in Cornwall. The cottage has a large garden and provides many fun filled activities to the guests. All the rooms in the cottage are very well decorated and have a separate kitchen, Wi-Fi facility, shower room, dining area, dishwasher and washing machine. In the garden area the barbecue facility is also available. Nearby you can visit many boutique shops, bakery, and fish vendors and can even indulge in surfing near the coastal area.


These are some of the best cottages located in North Cornwall that provide pleasant services for the comfort and pleasure of the guests.



Friday, September 21, 2012

Opportunities for Adult Dating in Cornwall

Cornwall has a population of half a million people but because of its geographical size only an average of 144 people per kilometre, occupy its beautiful  and often dramatic territory. This factor does not help people who want to enjoy adult dating in the county. Being willing to travel within and outside of Cornwall is the obvious way to overcome the problem. Nevertheless, it is possible to find swinger parties and adult dating contacts in many of the main districts.
Cornwall's rugged northern coastal area is the least populated and, with the exception of Newquay, very little activity occurs anywhere along it. The softer coastline of the south provides a few more likely places where people meet to enjoy adult fun but there are not any regular adult party venues.
The main areas to enjoy adult dating are the towns of St Austell, Truro, Penzance, Falmouth  and Newquay but none of these have a regular swinger party venue.

A farmhouse just outside of Truro has held a number of parties over the years and there are often hotel parties at various resorts.
It is only possible to estimate how much adult and swinging goes on in Cornwall by looking at browsing adult dating club profiles showing for Cornwall.
One of the leading swinger clubs and adult dating sites, Club Aphrodite has a flourishing postal and non-internet section whose numbers of members I was also able to take into account.
There is sizeable duplication in looking at the numbers of active members of the biggest swinger and adult dating sites as a lot of people sign up with several simultaneously. I took the duplication of membership issue into account before arriving at the total number of singles and couples for Cornwall.
According to this method of reckoning, my estimate for the numbers of single males, single females and swinger couples participating in adult dating in the county is about 380. This breaks down as 200 couples, 100 single males and 80 single females.
What these figures seem to suggest is that the county is not a great area for anyone wondering whether to indulge in adult dating but for anyone willing to put some effort into their quest, there are still possibilities for having adult fun.
There is no established adult party club venue in Cornwall at present although it is always possible that one could start up at any time. But in any case, many seasoned swingers consider that the most successful adult parties are more often than not, not the ones held in commercial premises but the ones held in private individual's own homes.
The best way to get invites to parties of this type in Cornwall, is to join with a leading adult dating club, such as Club Aphrodite. Once you're signed up, write up a really good profile then start building a popular presence on the site. It is essential that you commit yourself to devote a lot of time and energy logged into the site participating in chat rooms and forums. Download and read the advice articles that are for our members. The articles will help you acquire the most effective way to establish  attractive profile and online identity.








A little clip of the sunrise and birdsong on The Walnut Circle at The Old Oaks Touring Park, Glastonbury, Somerset 30th Jan 2011


Porth Reservoir Session






Rope swing & camping at Porth Reservoir, Newquay. Olly Agliano Phil Penning Jason Howard Sam Jagger Zinkton
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Steve Marvell sets up a figure four deadfall trap and shows us how it catches cider-cans :) This would normally be used to catch small game like squirrels, rats, perhaps small birds like grouse or pheasant. These trapping techniques could be used in survival to trap animals for food, we try this sort of thing for fun ;) - www.naturalbushcraft.co.uk


Bar Hopping At Cornwall

All work and no play makes you boring. While you are spending your vacation in one of Cornwall holiday cottages you shouldn't miss a wonderful nightlife experience here in Newquay. Pubs and nightclubs are some of the best night spots every tourist would love to attend. It is an interesting form of entertainment here in Newquay, Cornwall. Meet folks playing and entertaining local and foreign sightseers. You can enjoy an eveing at one of the bars during your Newquay holidays. There are some bars that allow teenagers to have fun and dance together with their parents of course without consuming alcoholic beverages. What are you waiting for? Spend a remarkable trip and stay in Cornwall holiday cottages during your Newquay holidays.


Blue Bar


Bar hopping is everyone's privilege.

They can enjoy all they want, and as long as they want to. When you are staying in Cornwall holiday cottages then you need to go to Cornwell's best, the Blue Bar. It is located on Porthtowan a place not so far from the holiday cottages, only about a 30-minute ride. This is one of the bars you should visit during your Newquay holidays. The bars interior and design make you feel warm and comfy. They are open from Fridays to Sundays. Although the opening time varies, expect them to serve you from ten in the morning up to ten in the evening and during Saturday fun ends at 12. Aside from delicious and freshly served food, they also have outside terraces where you can enjoy a sumptuous meal and looking at the sunset. During weekends, Blue bar, have live bands for their avid costumers. The bar's aim is to give you satisfaction and security while having a fun night out.

C-Bar and Terrace


There are several exciting places to enjoy a night during your Newquay holidays. C-Bar and Terrace is one of the places where you can step in and enter a whole new paradise. C-Bar is in Headland Road in Newquay, and it has all these amenities that you will surely love. Here are some of Newquay's finest that you should not miss like upbeat music, the famous DJs, food and drinks. They have a huge terrace facing the south where you can enjoy the sunset and relax.  They also have special nights were they have themed menus and barbeques.


Chy Bar


Chy Bar is another bar that you should visit while staying at the Cornwall holiday cottages during your Newquay holidays. Chy Bar where you can unwind that has an excellent ambience and socialize with locals and tourists day and night.  The bar has a remarkable coffee menu that will keep you happy all day. No need to go home early since the place transforms into a nightclub with a funky and modern soundtrack. An impressive place that completes your vacation and it's not far from Cornwall holiday cottages too.



Little Bodieve Cornwall Sep 2008 - Getting Pumped






Little Bodieve Cornwall Sep 2008 - Getting Pumped - Our air beeds that is you dirty minded so and so. Yes Wadebridge on 26th September 2008, was lovely day but my god it was so cold that night LOL









Cornwall colleges surf science group used the media part of their course to film the 2010 Paddle and interviews Joe's Dad Matt Way a couple of weeks later. For many of the students it was the first time they had picked up a camera and Matt went to the showing. Matt Way said "they had all done a great job and it was great to see how they had taken Joe's story in different directions Joe's media team and I would like to thank them for what they have done and some of the short films will be on the 2011 DVD which is being released in the New Year".