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Padstow
Padstow is a well known
harbour town with a long
maritime association of fishing
and import and export. The
Cornish name for Padstow is
Lannwedhenek. Padstow is a
small town and a civil parish as
well has an active cargo /
fishing port on the north coast
of Cornwall in the
administrative district of North
Cornwall in the United
Kingdom. Padstow is located
about a half mile up the mouth
of the Camel Estuary opposite
the up market resort of
Rock.Padstow is best known
for its "'Obby 'Oss" festival.
Although its origins are
unclear, it most likely stems
from an ancient fertility rite,
perhaps the Celtic festival of
Beltane .
Hawkers Cove
A beautiful sandy expanse that
is easily accessible at low tide
via a walk along the shore from
just outside the harbour or via
the footpath up past the
Memorial Monument on the
headland that leads to the
sleeping dragon that is stepper
point. Hawkers Cove is
adjacent to Daymer Bay, which
lays a boat ride away on the
opposite shore.
Padstow Harbour
During the mid-nineteenth
century, ships carrying timber
from Canada (particularly
Quebec) would arrive at
Padstow and offer cheap travel
to passengers wishing to
emigrate. Shipbuilders in the
area would also benefit from
the quality of their cargoes.
Among the ships that sailed
were the barques Clio, Belle
and Voluna; and the brig
Dalusia. Traditionally a fishing
port, Padstow is now a popular
tourist destination; although
some of its former fishing fleet
remains, it is mainly a yachting
haven on a dramatic coastline
with few easily navigable
harbours.
Padstow information
An abundance of gift shops,
fish bars and restaurants to
cater for all tastes. Stunning
views of the estuary and up
river to the iron bridge and
beyond. Boat charter and hire.
Departure point for the Jubilee
Queen. A day out in Padstow
will not disappoint.
Central to several fabulous
beaches. There is a Tesco
store on the outskirts of
Padstow with park and ride.
The South West Coast Path
enables walkers to explore this
spectacular section of coast,
with Stepper Point and
Trevose Head within an easy
days walk. Go here for more
information on Padstow.
Beaches in this area are
numerous and easily
accessible. Apart from the
sandy beaches either side of
the estuary, only a short
journey takes you to
Constantine and Booby's Bay,
the lighthouse at Trevose Head
or the beaches of Harlyn,
Mother Ivy's and many more
Padstow is yet another superb location with stunning walks
and close to many fine beaches and water sports.
Padstow Pubs, Inns & Restaurants
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Padstow Accommodation
Bed and Breakfast properties in the Padstow area.
Self catering properties in Port Isaac and Port Gaverne.
Please visit Padstow Holiday Accommodation for more details.
Padstow boasts many fine holiday accommodation properties ranging from self catering cottages,
barns and houses to bed and breakfast accommodation in Padstow.
HOLIDAY HOUSES NEAR PADSTOW
We have a good number of reasonably
priced quality holiday cottages near
Padstow and other parts of Cornwall.
