NEWQUAY, LUNCH & OTHER PHOTOS

 A few random photos from our week. We decided to head for Newquay and lunch at the Forte Inn, one of our favourites as there are such lovely views.  The first three photos below were taken from the Inn.

After our lunch we decided to walk along by the sea at Newquay. Another pleasant view from the bowls green, as below.

Beach views below from our stroll.

And now moving on to our garden and our hollyhock. He's a monster and nearly reached our upstairs windows. Most of the flowers have now gone.

A few dahlia from the garden.

Next, we had to visit Penzance but it rained so much  I only snapped two quick photos. The first of the harbour and the second of St. Michael's Mount from a distance

  and St. Michael's Mount from  a distance.

There are many stories about the Mount

It is said, for example,  that the the Archangel Michael appeared before local fisherman  on the mount in the fifth century. 

 

Prior to the 6th century the island was once the home of an eighteen feet tall giant named Cormoran. He lived in a cave with treasures he accumulated by terrorising the local towns and villages.

The week brightened up. So finally a photo of the Mevagissey lighthouse on a sunshine day.

That's all for today, thanks for visiting my blog.

Good wishes.

Mike.

Beaches and Harbour at Newquay, Cornwall

It's raining yet again in Cornwall, so I've dug out a few photos of a short stroll looking at a few of Newquay's beaches.

The first five photos today are looking down on Newquay Harbour.

The story of the harbour goes way back a long way. In 1439 a new quay was built in the manor, then called, Towan Blystra. The quay, though, became referred to locally as the 'new quay' - and this is how the town of Newquay got it's name.

Looking across now from the harbour.

 A pleasant beach below with hotels in the background.

 A short walk  further along the front leads to more beaches.

From here I followed my footsteps, back in the direction of the harbour. I arrive at  Towan Beach and the house on Towan Island as seen below.

If you now continued  walking over the 'mound', as seen in the next photo, you would arrive at the popular  Fistral Beach famed for its surfing - as seen in the final photo of today's post

Thanks for visiting my blog, could do with lots of sunshine now!

Good wishes ~ Mike

Newquay Cliff Tops Plus Sand Galore at the The Gannel Estuary, Cornwall

Okay, these photos were taken before the weather got grim and grumbly, but I remember enjoying this short walk in Newquay Cornwall.

Flowers were out on the cliff tops and all was well with the world.

The walk, or perhaps it was just a stroll, was mostly along the cliff tops. Looking downwards Lewinnick Lodge came into view (photo above). A pleasant setting for a Sunday dinner. Many of the windows have sea views.

More cliff tops below.

If you like sand, you'll find lots at the Gannel Estuary, plus a bench to take in the view.

Yes, lots of sand but be aware of the tides. This can be a dangerous place to swim or wade.

There is sand and dunes galore.

Looking back we noticed a fresh flower memorial had been left on the shrubbery. This must have once been someone's special place.

After enjoying the sand we followed the path back to where we started. 

Nearby is Fistral Beach, Newquay, said to be one of the best for surfing, due to the consistency and quality of the surf.

The impressive Headland Hotel, opened in 1900, can also be seen in the photo above. King Charles, prior to becoming King, made a few visits.

And now the final photo for today. I've shown the good, so here's the not so good - cars galore! it can be difficult to get a parking space in the summer season.

That's my lot for today. 

Thanks for visiting my blog - Mike

Lovely Beach and Views at Newquay Cornwall

A while back, when I snapped these photos, we were having lunch at the Fort Inn, Newquay. The  photo above was taken from the Inn where there are stunning views.

The photo above is looking along the popular Towan Beach. Not too many people about but will be heaving with people in the main summer season. The next photo is the Fort Inn's terrace.

After lunch we we had a short walk. 

Towan Island (below) always fascinates me. The only access to the house is over the slender bridge. The island is surrounded by water  at high tide. 

 moving on to Newquay's Harbour.

 More photos of the harbour on my blog post: Newquay Harbour and Towan Island.

The next photo is looking from the beach, back towards the Fort Inn.

Also see: The Hue and Cry Made From A Huers Hut At Newquay, Cornwall

Sorry it is only a short post today but life has been a bit busy.

All good wishes ~ Mike.

SUNDAY LUNCH & A WALK AT NEWQUAY, CORNWALL

We had been gifted a Sunday lunch overlooking the sea at Lewinnick Lodge, Newquay. We decided to make a day of it and also have a very breezy walk. I snapped a few quick photos.

The next three pics were taken while walking towards Lewinnick Lodge. In the first of the three we can see the imposing Headland Hotel and Fistral Beach. I have a post of this  see: Fistral Beach - One of Newquay's Finest For Surfing

We then had a slow lunch overlooking the sea at the Lewinnick Lodge. It was a lovely meal, with a vegetarian choice for me. My wife said her traditional beef choice was excellent.

It was then time to get walking again and we headed towards the Gannel, which has a large stretch of sand when the tide is out.

 

The photo below shows a cliff formation seen on the walk.

Walking over a headland we reached the Gannel.  If you like sand and lots of elbow room this must be paradise - but a warning: you have to be aware of the tides as this can also be a dangerous place to swim or wade.

There are a couple of seats overlooking the sea.

The tide was beginning to be on the turn.

We slowly made our way back to our car. There is a large public car park by the Lewinnick Lodge.

Moving on: Changing the subject to flowers. I spotted this mature magnolia when out and about, I always think of these as being something special.

And magically there was a nearby second magnolia.

To finish today's blog a bunch, sorry a bouquet, of flowers my wife received on her birthday.

Thanks for visiting my blog. Have a good weekend and week ahead ~ Mike.

P.S. I have no connection with Lewinnick Lodge!