Brakestone Cottage local guide
Beaches
Our favourite local beaches
Polzeath Beach (Gorgeous large sandy beach for surfing, body boarding, swimming or sun bathing) Surfing lessons can be booked at the beach.
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Polzeath Strand
South West Coast PathPolzeath Beach (Gorgeous large sandy beach for surfing, body boarding, swimming or sun bathing) Surfing lessons can be booked at the beach.
Port Gaverne (a 15 minute walk from Port Isaac, and great for swimming, paddle boarding or kayaking) Organised trips can be booked https://www.cornishrocktors.com
Port Gaverne Beach
PathPort Gaverne (a 15 minute walk from Port Isaac, and great for swimming, paddle boarding or kayaking) Organised trips can be booked https://www.cornishrocktors.com
Trebarwith Strand (Interesting rock features and sandy beach. Suitable for exploring or a meal/drink at the Pub which overlooks the beach)
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Trebarwith
Trebarwith Strand (Interesting rock features and sandy beach. Suitable for exploring or a meal/drink at the Pub which overlooks the beach)
Daymer bay (calm sand beach ideal for younger children or for picnics)
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Daymer Bay
Daymer bay (calm sand beach ideal for younger children or for picnics)
Porthcothan Beach (Beautiful long sandy beach with surfable waves)
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Porthcothan
Porthcothan Beach (Beautiful long sandy beach with surfable waves)
Family Days Out
The Eden Project (45 minutes drive) The world famous ecological domes are a fabulous visit. But do book ahead. https://www.edenproject.com
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Eden Project
The Eden Project (45 minutes drive) The world famous ecological domes are a fabulous visit. But do book ahead. https://www.edenproject.com
The Lost Gardens of Heligan (60 minutes drive) Impressive Victorian gardens https://www.heligan.com
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Die verlorenen Gärten von Heligan
B3273The Lost Gardens of Heligan (60 minutes drive) Impressive Victorian gardens https://www.heligan.com
Poldark Mine (1 hour 15) Underground tours of a complete 18th Century tin mine. CHECK RE-OPENING as closed during Covid http://www.poldarkmine.org.uk
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Poldark Mine & The Cornish Heritage Collection
Poldark Mine (1 hour 15) Underground tours of a complete 18th Century tin mine. CHECK RE-OPENING as closed during Covid http://www.poldarkmine.org.uk
Golitha Falls (45 minutes) A woodland cascading waterfall walk https://www.cornwalls.co.uk/attractions/golitha-falls.htm
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Golitha Falls National Nature Reserve
15 Well LnGolitha Falls (45 minutes) A woodland cascading waterfall walk https://www.cornwalls.co.uk/attractions/golitha-falls.htm
Tintagel Castle Ruins (20 minutes) the legendary ruins are nearby and an exciting step into history. Crossing the footbridge requires a ticket - book ahead https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/tintagel-castle/
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Tintagel
Tintagel Castle Ruins (20 minutes) the legendary ruins are nearby and an exciting step into history. Crossing the footbridge requires a ticket - book ahead https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/tintagel-castle/
Cycle the Camel trail - there are many places to join the Camel Trail, but Wadebridge (25 minutes) is closely and offers a fantastic flat route to Padstow (6 miles) Cycle hire is available at Wadebridge https://www.visitcornwall.com/things-to-do/cycling/north-coast/wadebridge/camel-trail-cycle-hire
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Camel Trail (Cycle Way)
Cycle the Camel trail - there are many places to join the Camel Trail, but Wadebridge (25 minutes) is closely and offers a fantastic flat route to Padstow (6 miles) Cycle hire is available at Wadebridge https://www.visitcornwall.com/things-to-do/cycling/north-coast/wadebridge/camel-trail-cycle-hire
Camel Creek Adventure Park (25 minutes) A family theme park aimed at younger children https://www.camelcreek.co.uk
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Camel Creek Adventure Park
Camel Creek Adventure Park (25 minutes) A family theme park aimed at younger children https://www.camelcreek.co.uk
Newquay Zoo (40 minutes) An award -winning zoo with everything from creepy-crawlies to big cats! https://www.newquayzoo.org.uk
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Newquay Zoo
Trenance GardensNewquay Zoo (40 minutes) An award -winning zoo with everything from creepy-crawlies to big cats! https://www.newquayzoo.org.uk
Blue Reef Aquarium Newquay (40 minutes) an aquarium with sharks, octopus, coral reef fish and an underwater tunnel https://www.bluereefaquarium.co.uk/newquay/
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Blue Reef Aquarium
Towan PromenadeBlue Reef Aquarium Newquay (40 minutes) an aquarium with sharks, octopus, coral reef fish and an underwater tunnel https://www.bluereefaquarium.co.uk/newquay/
Bodmin Moor (30 minutes) visit the highest point of the moor at Brown Willy, or have fun geocaching. Bodmin Moor is also a designated ‘dark sky’ and on clear nights offers spectacular star-gazing or astro-photography. https://www.cornwalls.co.uk/bodmin/bodmin_moor.htm
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Bodmin Moor
Bodmin Moor (30 minutes) visit the highest point of the moor at Brown Willy, or have fun geocaching. Bodmin Moor is also a designated ‘dark sky’ and on clear nights offers spectacular star-gazing or astro-photography. https://www.cornwalls.co.uk/bodmin/bodmin_moor.htm
Bodmin Jail (30 minutes) unlock Cornwall’s dark history, and learn about the harsh punishments and horrible conditions. Not for young children! https://www.bodminjail.org
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Bodmin-Gefängnis
Berrycoombe RoadBodmin Jail (30 minutes) unlock Cornwall’s dark history, and learn about the harsh punishments and horrible conditions. Not for young children! https://www.bodminjail.org
Bodmin Steam Railway - (30 minutes) Enjoy a ride on a Steam train on the old historic railway https://bodminrailway.co.uk
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Bodmin and Wenford Railway - Boscarne Junction
Boscarne ViewBodmin Steam Railway - (30 minutes) Enjoy a ride on a Steam train on the old historic railway https://bodminrailway.co.uk
Carnglaze Caverns Bodmin Moor (45 minutes) Tour the underground caverns that were once an important slate mine https://www.carnglaze.com
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Carnglaze-Höhlen
St NeotCarnglaze Caverns Bodmin Moor (45 minutes) Tour the underground caverns that were once an important slate mine https://www.carnglaze.com
Eating out in Port-Isaac
Places to eat within 5 minutes walk from Brakestone Cottage
Nathan Outlaws Fish Kitchen (Seafood restaurant only a minutes walk from Brakestone Cottage) http://www.outlaws.co.uk
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Outlaw's Fish Kitchen
1 Middle StNathan Outlaws Fish Kitchen (Seafood restaurant only a minutes walk from Brakestone Cottage) http://www.outlaws.co.uk
Nathan Outlaws New Road (Seafood restaurant) http://www.outlaws.co.uk
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Outlaw's New Road
6 New RdNathan Outlaws New Road (Seafood restaurant) http://www.outlaws.co.uk
The Mote on the quayside (Restaurant and bar only a minutes walk from Brakestone Cottage) https://www.the-mote.co.uk
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The Mote
9 Fore StreetThe Mote on the quayside (Restaurant and bar only a minutes walk from Brakestone Cottage) https://www.the-mote.co.uk
The Golden Lion Pub (great Food and local Ales with harbour view balcony, only a minutes walk from Brakestone Cottage) http://www.thegoldenlionportisaac.co.uk/
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The Golden Lion
10 Fore StThe Golden Lion Pub (great Food and local Ales with harbour view balcony, only a minutes walk from Brakestone Cottage) http://www.thegoldenlionportisaac.co.uk/
The Old School Hotel (Great food, bar and Cream Teas) http://www.theoldschoolhotel.co.uk/
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The Old School Hotel
21 Fore StThe Old School Hotel (Great food, bar and Cream Teas) http://www.theoldschoolhotel.co.uk/
The Slipway Hotel (Food and drink with covered outside seating by the quayside, only a minutes walk from Brakestone Cottage) http://www.portisaachotel.com/
The Slipway Hotel
22 Church HillThe Slipway Hotel (Food and drink with covered outside seating by the quayside, only a minutes walk from Brakestone Cottage) http://www.portisaachotel.com/
Port Gaverne Hotel (Cafe, Bar, Restaurant) https://portgavernehotel.co.uk/restaurant/pilchards-cafe/
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Port Gaverne Hotel 5 Star
Port GavernePort Gaverne Hotel (Cafe, Bar, Restaurant) https://portgavernehotel.co.uk/restaurant/pilchards-cafe/
The Angry Anchovy
10 New RdAngry Anchovy Pizza http://www.theangryanchovy.co.uk/
Food scene
Great places to eat just outside Port Isaac
St Kew is a village only a few minutes drive from Port Isaac and has a fantastic gastropub the St Kew Inn with great food and an outside smokery - https://www.stkewinn.co.uk
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St Kew Inn
St Kew is a village only a few minutes drive from Port Isaac and has a fantastic gastropub the St Kew Inn with great food and an outside smokery - https://www.stkewinn.co.uk
For breakfast St Kew Farm Shop and Cafe is a very popular option, and they often do Friday night Pizza nights to takeaway too
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St Kew Farmshop & Cafe
For breakfast St Kew Farm Shop and Cafe is a very popular option, and they often do Friday night Pizza nights to takeaway too
Cafe's and lunch
The Chapel Cafe is a fantastic coffee shop and cafe with fantastic Breakfasts https://www.facebook.com/ChapelCafePortIsaac/
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Chapel Cafe
Roscarrock HillThe Chapel Cafe is a fantastic coffee shop and cafe with fantastic Breakfasts https://www.facebook.com/ChapelCafePortIsaac/
Nicky B’s Pasty Shop (Pastys, cheese and essentials such as milk, butter, eggs and bacon)
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Nicky B's Pasty Shop
22 Fore StNicky B’s Pasty Shop (Pastys, cheese and essentials such as milk, butter, eggs and bacon)
May Contain Nuts (Fresh bread, Coffee and Pasty shop. Run by one of the singing group ‘The Fisherman’s Friends’) http://www.portisaactours.com/
May Contain Nuts
44 Fore StreetMay Contain Nuts (Fresh bread, Coffee and Pasty shop. Run by one of the singing group ‘The Fisherman’s Friends’) http://www.portisaactours.com/
Fresh from the Sea (Cafe owned by local fisherman ensuring the freshest crab and lobster) http://www.freshfromthesea.co.uk/
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Fresh From The Sea
18 New RdFresh from the Sea (Cafe owned by local fisherman ensuring the freshest crab and lobster) http://www.freshfromthesea.co.uk/
The Cornish Cove
76A Fore StreetThe Cornish Cove (Tea room - great Cream teas!)
Local Walks
Port Quin - a 5 mile circular walk from Port Isaac. Quite tough as it ascends some steep parts of the cliffs along the coast path, but has spectacular views.
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Port Quin
Port Quin - a 5 mile circular walk from Port Isaac. Quite tough as it ascends some steep parts of the cliffs along the coast path, but has spectacular views.
Lundy bay - a short but rewarding walk to a secluded bay along some impressive cliffs from the National Trust Lundy BayCar Park which is 15 minutes from Port Isaac
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Lundy Bay
Lundy bay - a short but rewarding walk to a secluded bay along some impressive cliffs from the National Trust Lundy BayCar Park which is 15 minutes from Port Isaac
The Rumps - The Rumps are an iconic rocky headland about 15 minutes drive from Port Isaac. a medium walk from Lead Mines car park. Some steep bits when you reach the rumps
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The Rumps
The Rumps - The Rumps are an iconic rocky headland about 15 minutes drive from Port Isaac. a medium walk from Lead Mines car park. Some steep bits when you reach the rumps
City/town information
Padstow - quirky shops , fantastic restaurants and everything Rick Stein! You can get a water Taxi from Rock to Padstow. Please check the seasonal ferry times here: https://www.padstow-harbour.co.uk/phc_ferry.html
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Padstow
Padstow - quirky shops , fantastic restaurants and everything Rick Stein! You can get a water Taxi from Rock to Padstow. Please check the seasonal ferry times here: https://www.padstow-harbour.co.uk/phc_ferry.html
Wadebridge - the local Market Town and to go-to place for supermarkets and supplies. Or try the fabulous Gin bar with over 500 Gins to sample!
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Wadebridge
Wadebridge - the local Market Town and to go-to place for supermarkets and supplies. Or try the fabulous Gin bar with over 500 Gins to sample!