After we eventually found somewhere to park our car in Newquay we wandered slowly along the cliffs, all was well with the world.
The weather was perfect and there were flowers along the cliff tops. Lewinnick Lodge could be seen on the Pentire Headland.
Looking back the Headland hotel can just be seen, to the right of the photo.
If you like sand and lots of elbow room the Gannel Estuary must be paradise - but beware of the tides, this can also be a dangerous place to swim or wade.
We noticed this memorial bouquet amongst the shrubs. A reminder, perhaps, to appreciate our loved ones.
It's quite pleasant to sit overlooking the sand dunes.
We then retraced our steps.
There was a reminder not to fall off the cliffs. We were happy to comply with the request.
Getting nearer to the Headland Hotel, built in 1897, and the popular Fistral beach.
A closer look at the majestic Headland Hotel. It was was opened in June 1900 and has hosted royalty. King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra were the first to stay at the hotel in the early 1900s. The current Prince of Wales (Prince Charles) and Princess Ann have also enjoyed several visits - at least I presume they enjoyed themselves! Hard to tell what they are thinking at times.
Gradually the colours of the evening could be seen.
During the day, in the summer months, cars are parked along the road ...
That's all for today, all good wishes ~ Mike.
P.S. It's interesting how many people worldwide are interested in Cornwall. Here are the top 10 countries visiting my blog over the previous month.
(1) UK - I guess this is expected.
(2) USA
(3) Germany
(4) France
(5) Australia
(6) Canada
(7) Ireland
(8) Italy
(9) Russia - most unexpected!
(10) Netherlands
