sponsible
for a local village play in 1929 that led to the seventeen week summer season
now staged in the Minack’s 750 seat fully equipped open air auditorium perched
on the cliffs at Porthcurno To experience the magic of this special place, you
must go and see for yourself. The sub-tropical rockeries have become a must for
gardeners with a taste for the exotic. The salt tolerant succulents thrive
despite the wind, providing an added dash of colour during all but the darkest winter
months.
England. With unique undercover exhibitions boasting the Flambards Victorian Village, Britain in The Blitz and Memory
Lane exhibitions. There is a fabulous undercover soft play area
for young children. The Cool Zone, which is now open separately
during the winter season. Flambards offers a great value day out
for the whole family, whatever the weather. There is a fantastic
variety of rides for all ages and entertainment for all the
family during the Main Season.For more information go to: www.flambards.co.uk/
Water activities at Rock
Wind Surfing
This scenic launch site situated opposite Padstow halfway up the
tidal Camel Estuary is a spot ideal for all levels of
windsurfing abilities from beginners to experts.
Water skiing
Water skiing takes place in the estuary within a clearly defined
area. The Camel Ski School based at Rock gives instruction for
the novice and skiing facilities for the expert from the pontoon
and they also provide a tender service to the moorings.
Dinghy Sailing
For beginners or people wishing to brush up on their sailing,
tuition is given by
the
Camel School of Sailing in a selection of dinghies.
Local walks
Port Isaac to Port Quin. From the harbour of Port Isaac, follow the Coast Path
to Port Quin. Look back to the village. It's one of the loveliest views on the
coast.
Port Gaverne to Tregardock Beach. North towards Trebarwith Strand and Tintagel.
Old Polzeath to Port Quin via Lundy Hole taking in 'The Rumps', The Rumps were formerly an Iron Age Cliff Castle with excellent defensive capability due to the constricted access leading out to the twin headlands. You will also have fine views of the islands standing guard over the mouth of the Camel estuary.
The Camel Trail runs alongside the beautiful Camel estuary along the disused
railway line. It
is mainly traffic free
and
safe for the whole family to enjoy a memorable day
out, with a lot to see along the way, such as the
Camel Valley Vineyard, accessible
from the cycle route. From Wadebridge,
you can walk or cycle the six miles to Padstow, or the eight miles up to Bodmin.
Bikes can be hired at Wadebridge, Padstow, and Bodmin and can be returned at
either end of the trail.
Between Tintagel and Boscastle, take a short walk inland from the Coastal Path to St. Nectan's Glen and its waterfall. Walk down to the sea down Rocky Valley with its intriguing Iron Age carvings.
A few miles north of Tintagel, is Boscastle - famous in the aftermath of its recent terrible flooding. Boscastle is the only natural harbour along this stretch of North Cornwall Coast.
There are wonderful walks in either direction along the Coast Path.
For more details go to: www.shimbo.co.uk/walking/ncornwal.htm
Surfing
Polzeath (mainly west facing) and Daymer Bay are beaches that
pick up most swells, both are popular beaches for all abilities
of surfer. Polzeath beach is a large expanse of beautiful sand
which is bordered by rock-pools. It is acclaimed to be one of
the best surfing beaches in the country.
Daymer Bay just around the corner from Rock towards Polzeath is arguably one of the best windsurfing spots in the country. This venue is ideal for most short boarding levels of ability offering both flat slalom conditions at low water to great waves.
Fishing trips
Local fishermen offer trips for sea fishing and sightseeing from Port Isaac, Padstow and Rock
with mackerel and pollack being the main catch. From Port Isaac Harbour, skipper
by Jim May on Orcades ll. For enquiries phone Daytime: 07855
429 422 (Port Isaac Beach Attendant) Evenings: 01208 880716 or 07970 617 183