An April 2002 trip to Cornwall by bonvivant
Quote: You need a car, and cannot be intimidated driving on the "other side" or on single track roads, to enjoy Cornwall. Our homebase was in Praze-an-Beeble. From there, we took day trips covering all the highlights. We marveled at gorgeous coastlines, charming harbour towns, mysterious moors, castles and lovely gardens.
Overview
Make your reservations at Rick Stein's well in advance. But also dine at the Bluefish Restaurant in St. Ives -- it rivals Stein.
We just missed Obby Oss Day -- May 1 -- a unique annual folk fesitval in the streets of Padstow. But note Rick Stein closes his restaurants that day! Natural beauty and history abound in inspiring Cornwall, but there are also yummy local treats to eat: Cornish pasties, cream teas and Scrumpy (hard cider). We did not like the Cornish red wine, however -- stick to French or South African, both readily available at the grocery stores!
Hotel | "Clowance Estates"
Member Rating 2 out of 5 on May 10, 2002
Clowance Estate and Country Club Praze-an-beeble Camborne, England TR14 0PT 01727 861222
Restaurant | "St. Petroc's Bistro"
Member Rating 4 out of 5 on May 10, 2002
St Petroc's Bistro 4 New Street Padstow, England (01841) 532-700
Restaurant
We would go back often; as mentioned during our two week holiday we made sure we went at least twice.
Blue Fish Restaurant Norway Lane Cornwall, England (01736) 794204
The Seafood Restaurant Riverside Cornwall, England 01841 532700
Attraction | "Tintagel Castle"
You might also go to Slaughterbridge, down the road near Camelford, where legend has it Arthur was brought down; you can view Arthur's Stone after a pretty walk through a wooded forest along a small stream. Not too far, near the Jamaica Inn, is Dozmary Pool, where Excalibur was returned to the Lady of the Lake. The 3 sites will give you a satisfying flavor of Arthurian legend.
King Arthur's Legendary Birthplace Castle Road Cornwall, England
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