Private Tour of North Cornwall for Breathtakingly Rugged Coast
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Let your Cornish local tour guide delight you with a highly varied Cornish tour package that is steeped in Cornish history. In this 1 day Cornish tour you will gain a deep insight into Cornish culture and Cornwall’s heritage. Run by a passionate ex teacher who's aim is to give you a true and meaningful perspective on what it's like to live here... A full day’s touring experience of some of the most beautiful areas in North Cornwall. Beaches, ancient harbours, monasteries, Cornish customs and folklore. You’ll even have the optional opportunity to walk along small sections of the South West Coast Path to take in some truly spectacular views… PLUS : very many points of interest en route – some visible from vehicle, others just moments from the car. There is so much to take in on this Private Tour of North Cornwall. An absorbing tour that gives a vibrant understanding of this part of the world in a relatively short space of time.8 hours 30 minutes
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Free Cornish gifts and photo Montage included
Car parking fees
Lively and informative historical information
Chilled mineral water available on board
Air conditioned and fully licensed vehicle up to 6 passengers
Passionate, local tour guide with qualified educational background
Food and additional beverages
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Locations in the itinerary
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Newquay
Newquay, United KingdomOur first stop of the day and a visit to the 'surfers paradise' of Newquay! (Cornish =
Tewynblustri)
Around 25,000 people live in Newquay but this swells to 100,000 or more in the summer.
The town has been expanding inland since the former fishing village of New Quay began to
grow in the second half of the nineteenth century, and the western edge of the town meets the
Atlantic at Fistral Bay.
We'll park up at Fistral Beach where hopefully conditions will be right to witness some surfing
acfion whilst we get our bearings.
Driving around the Grade 2 listed Headland Hotel we'll pay a visit to the Huer's Hut which has
been described as "a particularly fine late mediaeval specimen". The Huer's Hut served as a
lookout point from which a man known as a huer could keep watch for the arrival of the
pilchards. It's a marvelous structure and there's a teriffic view from here of the North Coast of
Cornwall stretching out into the distance. That's where we're headed...onwards!50 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Watergate Bay
Newquay, United Kingdom, TR8 4AAWatergate Bay is a vast stretch of sand, big Atlantic swells, and high sea-beaten cliffs; a
dramatic landscape, it’s one of the county’s wildest coastlines and considered by many as one
of Cornwall’s best beaches.
It's 3km beach faces the Atlantic Ocean and with the sea swell it's easy to see why the English
Nationals Surfing Championships are held here.
If the sea-breeze gets too fresh, there are restrooms and cafes close by...20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
St. Mawgan Church
Near Japanese Garden, St. Mawgan, United KingdomA little detour to the quintessentially Cornish village of St Mawgan.
This super-quaint village dates from the 6th Century arrival of the Welsh missionary Meugan,
and after admiring the village green (where Cornish wrestling matches have taken place for
centuries) we will make our way to the 13th century church.
For more than 700 years the church has provided a place of comfort, refuge and entertainment
for the community through all the great events and upheavals that have taken place during that
time, and your guide will reflect on this and point out some of the remarkable features of the
Church which has been the focal point of village life for centuries.
Right next to the Church is a Carmelite Convent, and if you wish to we can go past the shrine,
through the Elizabeth entrance and learn of the history associated with this beautiful old
convent. We can perhaps have a chance for some quiet contemplation – an opportunity to be
still before our Whirlwind tour of North Cornwall!45 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps
Bedruthan, St Eval, United Kingdom, PL27 7UWBedruthan steps beach is a stunning natural wonder that boasts dramatic cliffs, impressive rock
stacks, clear waters and a long stretch of sandy beach...an idyllic, picture postcard location
where the opening scenes of 'Poldark' were filmed...
The cliff–top views of rocks stretching into the distance along Bedruthan beach make the area a
popular attraction for tourists and painters.
The name Bedruthan Steps is said to be taken from a mythological giant called Bedruthan, who
used the rocks (stacks) on the beach as stepping stones!
People have been in the area since at least the Bronze Age with six barrows nearby to the
north, and overlooking Bedruthan Steps is Redcliff Castle, which dates back to at least the Iron
Age.
Your Cornish local guide on this private tour has a keen interest in the archaeological history of
Cornwall and will be happy to explain the significance of some of these sites and how they
connect to a wider Neolithic landscape across the County :-)35 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
Padstow Harbour
5 Mill Square, , Padstow, United Kingdom, PL28 8AQPadstow (Lannwedhenek) is recorded in the Domesday Book (1086) when it was held by
Bodmin Monastery and had considerable importance in the middle ages when it became a busy
fishing port and the site of nine chapels.
The town prospered through trade with Ireland and the English and Welsh ports on the Bristol
Channel - and a great deal of Cornish tin was exported out of its little harbour. (In the first half of
the 19th century it was a significant port of embarcation for emigrants, particular those bound for
Canada.)
Nowadays the place is bustling with visitors eager to experience the charms of a typically quaint
Cornish fishing harbour. Perhaps you’d like to sample some of Rick Stein’s fish and chips? Or
maybe just have a sedate mooch around and indulge a bit of retail therapy! Padstow is just a
lovely place to visit and spend an hour or so unwinding.1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location6
Wadebridge
Wadebridge, United KingdomEn route to our next destination, we'll drive past some delightful areas - The Camel Estuary is a
section of the Cornwall AONB (Area of outstanding natural beauty).
As well as taking in some lovely scenes your guide will use this opportunity to see if you would
like to find out about any aspect of Cornish history or culture. We'll drive through Wadebridge (where the annual 'Royal Cornwall Show' is held) and this journey is a good opportunity to learn of any aspects of the
area that you may wish to ask about..35 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location7
Port Isaac
Port Isaac, United KingdomPort Isaac is a small fishing village captured like a snapshot in time.
You'll be enchanted by the narrow winding streets that lead you past white-washed cottages down to the atmospheric Port Isaac harbour front.
The harbour features a pier built in the time of Henry VII. The buildings and welcoming bars exude character, steeped in history which extends back to the 14th century.
Why not explore its narrow streets, lined with picturesque old cottages? In fact, Port Isaac is renowned for having one of the narrowest thoroughfares in
Britain, the aptly named Squeezy Belly Alley!
Fans of long-running TV series, Doc Martin, will recognise Port Isaac as the setting for the
fictional village of Portwenn, and if you wish to pay a quick visit to the front of Doc Martin's
house then it's easily done.
Fishermen still work from the Platt, landing their catches of fish, crab and lobsters and it’s easy
to let time slip away just sat on the harbourfront here and soaking in the sleepy atmosphere.1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location8
Tintagel Castle
Castle Road, , Tintagel, United Kingdom, PL34 0HETintagelis a truly majestic location!
Tintagel Castle, described by Tennyson to be “half in sea, and high on land, / A crown of
towers,” is situated on a peninsula which made Tintagel extremely easy to
defend from invasion and was thus a desirable fortress in the Middle Ages. The castle spans
both sides of the peninsula, though it is now almost entirely ruined.
Tintagel Castle is understood to be the birthplace of the legendary King Arthur, but the remains
visible at Tintagel today belong to a 13th-century castle built Richard, Earl of Cornwall.
Tintagel's links with Arthurian legend -
twinned with the fact that this is one of the most breathtaking views in the whole of the British
Isles - ensures that Tintagel remains a must- see destination when visiting Cornwall.
We will park on Headland overlooking the Castle next to St. Materiana's late
11th Century Church, and walk just a little of the Cornish Coastal Path to enjoy the breathtaking
vista of Tintagel and it's castle below us...1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Vehicle is a white Citroen minivan which has our company logos to the side
- Travelers will be picked up 15 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We can pick you up from anywhere in Cornwall AND transfer you to Cornwall from ANYwhere in the UK!
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketPlease contact Conrad on :- 07762 260274 Please email Conrad on :- conrad@kernowtours.co.ukCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/London time to receive 100% refund.
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