Padstow in North Cornwall

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Padstow (ancient name "petrockstow") is a charming fishing town that has the advantage of being about a half mile inland of open sea and thus is well sheltered in the mouth of the camel estuary.  Due to Padstow's location many different coves and bays with a myriad variations can be visited with ease. Padstow has its fair share of shops, bars and restaurants, that cater for all tastes and budgets. And if you like fishing, sailing, boating or pretty much any water borne activity then this little jewel in North Cornwall's crown is a must stay place.

The place is steeped in ancient history. At one time the trade of the port was largely timber but nowadays fishing and tourism are the principal employers. Padstow is an odd but active little place that is so delightfully positioned that it qualifies highly has a holiday resort.

 The walk out to the headland to stepper point (The Sleeping Dragon)  affords the most stunning view's of  Daymer Bay , Rock and up the estuary to the old Iron Bridge (part of the Camel Trail). Here also will be found St Petrocs church and Prideaux Place. St Eval and St Ervan are two parishes to the south of Padstow normally overlooked by the tourist. St Issey  lies on the road halfway between Padstow and Wadebridge. St Merryn and it's neighbourhood are well liked by tourists. In this locality you will find Harlyn bay and Trevose lighthouse.   Padstow is connected via a ferry service to the village of Rock.

'Obby 'Oss Day is usually held on the 1st of May in the harbour town of Padstow. The 'Obby 'Oss celebrates the spring festival of Beltane which is dedicated to the return of the Celtic sun god Bel, who causes the hours of daylight to lengthen and the crops to grow. People come from all corners of the globe to witness and be part of this celebration of life.

Click here to see a journey across the Camel Estuary from Rock to Padstow and then out from Padstow harbour past Hawkers cove, Daymer Bay and Polzeath taking in stunning views of the Jurassic Coast.

For further information and local websites directory for Padstow area follow this link.

The Metropole Hotel 

Padstow  01841 532486

The Metropole has an elegantly presented and welcoming interior with 50 comfortably furnished en suite bedrooms, an AA Rosette restaurant, bar, conservatory and 2 lounge areas.

In addition to some of the best views of Padstow, it also has an outdoor swimming pool (open July/August) in sheltered grounds and plenty of guest parking.

Padstow in North Cornwall

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