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CORNWALL SPECIAL News, views, openings, happenings, holidays and new places to stay in the wonderful county of Cornwall 34 CAPTURING THE SEA AND SKY Check out Downderry-based photographer Matt Keeble’s evocative images of Cornwall 38 CORNWALL’S FISHER KINGS Find out how the county’s centuriesold fishing industry is meeting the twin challenges of Brexit and Covid with innovation and reinvention 51 WEIRD AND WONDERFUL CORNWALL STAYS From a

treehouse to a tipi to a converted mine, find somewhere truly quirky to stay for your next Cornish visit 61 10 CORNISH HOLIDAYS THAT WON’T BREAK THE BANK There are affordable holidays to be had, if you know where to look...

69 OFF THE BEATEN TRACK Our editor lists some of her favourite interesting things to do in Cornwall 76 INSPIRED BY THE COAST Cornwall-based artist Tara Leaver on what drives her creativity 104 MARINA LIVING In our new series on some of the UK’s most

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MARCH 2022 interesting harbours, this month the focus is on Woodbridge in Suffolk 111 MARINA NEWS Updates and developments on all things boating and berthing

HOMES & PROPERTY 83

10 MORE AFFORDABLE PLACES TO MOVE TO IN CORNWALL Not everywhere comes with a millionaire price-tag – if you shop around maybe your dream of moving can still become reality 93 10 HOMES TO BUY IN CORNWALL Falmouth, St Ives, the Lizard... is your forever home here?

97 PROPERTY NEWS A BSc in Real Estate, plus Cornish award winners 101 10 HOMES TO BUY BESIDE THE SEA Whether you want Georgian grandeur or a 2017-built modern home, we take a look at some of the latest on the market

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ornwall has always been a busy holiday destination, but during the past two years even the quiet beaches have been packed during the summer and much of the accommodation has been booked up in advance. In our annual Cornwall Special, we share our decades of experience with you, guiding you to some of the more unusual places you can stay, and some fantastic days out that are still off the beaten track. For those of you who feel prices have risen above what you can afford, turn to page 61 to discover a great selection of holidays and breaks, all well under £500!

For those of you who have been dreaming of moving to Cornwall and becoming a permanent part of the community, but now feel priced out of the property market, we’ve found some of the more affordable coastal locations, away from the busy tourist trails; turn to page 83 to find out where.

If you want to keep you Vitamin Sea topped up for free, do sign up for our new weekly newsletters. We now have a holiday-focused Coastal Escapes newsletter going out on Friday morning, which complements the existing Beachcomber and Property newsletters.

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This month’s contributors share their coastal musings LESLEY GILLILAN

A freelance writer covering property, travel and lifestyle for newspapers, magazines and her own blog (eye-traveller.com), Lesley divides her time between seaside Dorset, harbourside Bristol and a novel-in-progress set in Plymouth. One day, she hopes to return ‘home’ to Cornwall where she was born, but as prices in the county continue to rise, she wonders whether she’ll ever be able to afford it.

In this issue’s property focus on page 83 she puts her mind at rest by ferreting out some of the cheaper corners of the Cornwall she loves.

KATY DAVIDSON

Katy is a freelance writer, events creator, ostrelier, chef and sustainability campaigner who lives in Cornwall. Never one to shy away from a challenge, recent commissions have seen her learn sustainable spearfishing and take the reins of a traditional Caballos de Paso horse. Coastal living is her abiding passion and writing about the Cornish fishing community (page 38) is a subject close to her heart.

Being part of the exciting changes and challenges of this industry enable her to share and showcase this historic way of life in an intimate and honest way.

ALICE WESTGATE

Alice has lived in Cornwall for two decades and has written coast’s property pages since 2014. In January, she took on the magazine’s Beachcomber news pages and is loving the opportunity to showcase green initiatives, campaigns and creations from all around the UK’s shores. Her local knowledge has been especially useful for this Cornwall issue, as she has unearthed the latest launches, the best holidays and reviewed a seaside restaurant. She finds it inspiring to uncover the endless pool of talent, skill and expertise within Britain’s coastal communities.

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SUNSET BEACH Pro photographer Matt Keeble has covered everything from celebs to hard news stories. He recently moved from London to Cornwall to live and shot this seascape, ‘Evening Stroll’, at Polzeath. Matt recalls the moment: ‘I’d been surfing most of the day and was about to tuck into hot tea and cake. But the sun was going down and the light was fantastic – I had to go and shoot some pics! I love shooting into a low sun, it gives a moodier image, silhouetting the main subjects but retaining detail. On one side are surfers – the waves were really good that day – and on the other, dog walkers. Two totally different activities enjoyed in the same place.’ Buy Matt’s prints at mattkeeble.com or thecornishsurfer.com – and read more about him on page 34 of this issue.

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FIND OF THE MONTH Love the seaside look? Check out Buy the Sea, an online shop that offers all things coastal, from driftwood furniture to marine-themed jewellery to pebble lamps. The design for this Puffin tea towel, £9.95, is based on an original watercolour by Iona Buchanan (buythesea.co.uk). c o a s t ma g a z i n e .co.uk

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CATCH OF THE DAY 1 THIS CUSHION COVER Bring the seashore into your home with the Saltwater natural linen cushion cover, which is decorated with shoreline treasures set against an inky blue frond of bladderwrack (£44, creamcornwall.co.uk).

2 THIS ECO CUTLERY Made from sustainable and biodegradable materials, these Breeze picnic spoons are light enough for trips to the beach but durable enough to use at home (£10 for a set of six, nisiliving.co.uk).

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Plan for summer with some lightweight and fast-drying swim shorts made from recycled plastic bottles.

Choose from four stripy colourways: blue, orange, pink and black (£39.95, looklikecool.com).

WHAT’S FLOATING YOUR BOAT? Let us know on our Facebook page, facebook.com/coastmagazine, or email us at coast.ed@kelsey.co.uk

SUSTAINABLE SEA-WEAR

Worried about the environmental impact of your wetsuit? Instead of using petrochemicalderived neoprene, Finisterre’s new range is made with Yulex®, a plant-based replacement made from natural rubber sourced from FSCcertified plantations. From winter wetsuits to cold-water swimwear, the whole range will connect you with the ocean while making less impact on the environment. Prices start at £50 for swim-pants and from £295 for wetsuits, from finisterre.com.

Harnessing technology For the first time, thermal imaging is being used to help with the annual seal count on the Farne Islands. The National Trust ranger team is experimenting with a new thermal drone to count live pups – it’s more accurate as well as less intrusive for the seals, plus it allows outlying islands to be surveyed in difficult sea conditions. The Farne Islands host one of the largest seal colonies cared for by the trust and is an important habitat for the Atlantic grey seal, a protected sea mammal whose numbers need careful monitoring. For more information, visit nationaltrust.org.uk/farne-islands.

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A call to arms

This book will take you on a globe-hopping journey to meet the scientists and activists telling the real story of the plastic crisis. From the deck of a plastic-hunting sail boat to the labs researching the microplastics and the chemicals we ingest, Erica Cirino explores how plastic pollution is threatening wildlife and human health. It’s an eloquent call to arms because we can only fix the problem if we know its full scope and then completely turn our backs on the throwaway culture. Thicker Than Water: The Quest for Solutions to the Plastic Crisis (£20.99, hardback, Island Press).

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DISH OF THE MONTH

Golden Ginger Hake Curry • 40g cashew nuts • 1 bunch spring onions, finely chopped and green tops reserved • 2 garlic cloves, grated • 50g ginger, grated • 1 large chilli, finely chopped • 60g coriander, finely chopped, plus extra to garnish • 160g white basmati rice • 2 tbsp sunflower oil • 1½ tsp ground turmeric • 1 tsp ground coriander seed

• 1 tsp ground cumin • 400ml can coconut cream • 1 courgette, cut into 0.5cm pieces • 1 red pepper, cut into 0.5cm pieces • 100g green beans, trimmed and cut into 2.5cm pieces • 260g hake fillets (hake is green-rated in the MCS Good Fish Guide), chopped into six even chunks • 1 fresh lime • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Life on the edge

Bracing cliff-top walks and fantastic seascapes make RSPB Bempton Cliffs on the East Yorkshire coast a great place for a winter day out. Spot the short-eared owls that overwinter here or visit the wildlife garden that offers food and shelter to a range of garden birds and a colony of tree sparrows. And, as winter turns to spring, look out for the return of breeding seabirds including gannets and guillemots. For more information, visit rspb.org.uk.

Method (SERVES 2) 1. In a dry pan, toast the cashews over a medium heat until slightly browned. Set aside.

2. Place the spring onion in a bowl with the garlic, ginger, chilli and coriander, and mix.

3. Cook the rice according to the instructions.

4. Heat the sunflower oil over a low-medium heat. Add the spring onion mixture and cook for two to three minutes. Add the spices and cook for a further minute, then add the coconut cream and half a can of water.

5. Bring to a gentle simmer, then add the veg and cook for around three minutes.

6. Cut the reserved spring onion tops into 1cm slices and stir them into the mixture, then add the hake, making sure it is submerged. Cover, and cook for six minutes until the fish is cooked.

Squeeze over the juice of half a lime and season.

7. Spoon the rice into bowls followed by the curry, then sprinkle with the toasted cashews and coriander. Serve with a wedge of lime.

Recipe and picture: Alexandra Dudley

ACTION ON PLASTIC

The Marine Conservation Society’s annual Great British Beach Clean and littler survey has brought good news and bad. On the positive side, it showed that the average amount of litter found on UK beaches has fallen year on year. But there is cause for concern because 75% of this is made from plastic or polystyrene. The charity says it’s more important than ever for the government to stop its piecemeal approach to phasing out single-use plastics and impose an urgent blanket ban. For more details about this project, visit mcsuk.org. c o a s t ma g a z i n e .co.uk

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ELLA ON THE BEACH PHOTOGRAPH TOBY BUTLER

Hide and seek

Follow Hull’s famous Fish Trail and you’ll see the city in a different light as you search for 27 art installations, from a school of tiny anchovies to a 10ft ray overlooking Victoria Pier. This public trail, which was created by artist Gordon Young in 1992, can now be accessed via a history-based app called What Was Here?, so you can see how the streets of this fascinating maritime city looked in days gone by. Find out more details at visithull.org/ to-do/fish-trail/.

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CORNWALL SPECIAL News, views, happenings, holidays and new places to stay in the wonderful county of Cornwall

WORDS ALICE WESTGATE & CAROLINE WHEATER

HEALING HOLIDAYS

The Family Surf Co has launched a series of Blue Health Surf Breaks in Cornwall, which are designed for mothers who want to try all manner of mind- and body-boosting activities. Based at Watergate Bay Hotel and the Bedruthan Hotel & Spa on the north coast, and encompassing surfing, sea swimming, beach fitness, sensory walks and yoga, these weekend trips are designed to reduce stress, promote relaxation and act as a springboard for a healthy lifestyle. Three-night breaks start from £875. More details can be found at familysurfco.com.

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Hidden away on the cliff-side, high above Trevaunance Cove near St Agnes Head, North Cornwall, The Barrels is one of Cornish Gems’ newest self-catering properties. The spacious holiday home occupies former miners’ cottages and is set over three floors, with a stunning open plan living space that has views down to the sea. Sleeping 10, it’s perfect for a special gathering of friends or family, who’ll enjoy the surround-sound cinema room, private gym, yoga studio and games room, plus a two-terrace garden to laze around in and a six-person cedar hot tub to retreat to. Price from £3,285 for a seven-night break, to book call 01872 218176, or go to cornishgems.com. c o a s t ma g a z i n e .co.uk

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Rick Stein Restaurants has unveiled five cosy shepherd’s huts that are available to rent at The Cornish Arms in St Merryn, near Padstow.

Designed by Ed, Jill and Kate Stein, each sleeps two and has a dining area, en-suite shower room and kitchenette plus stylish home comforts from coffee machines to luxury toiletries. Breakfast and dinner are available at the pub, and the delights of Padstow, Harlyn Bay and the Camel Trail are all close by. Cabins start at £220 per night, with a minimum two-night stay. To book, visit rickstein.com.

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One of Newquay RNLI’s newest volunteers has passed out as qualified crew on the charity’s two inshore lifeboats, Gladys Mildred and Enid Mary. James Coombes, a carpenter and former Royal Navy mine clearance diver, said: ‘My dad used to be in the lifeboat crew at Newquay when I was younger and, growing up around the harbour, it was always something I wanted to do. So now’s a good time to achieve that ambition and give something back.’

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Cornwall is famous for ice cream, so it’s only right that a delicious dairy-free version should emerge from the county too. Cecily’s vegan coconut-based recipes are ethical and sustainable as well as rich and scrumptious, and use organic ingredients that are imported by boat not air. Choose from seven flavours, including award-winning Pure Caramel, which cost £5.95 for 460ml. For stockists and mail order (tubs are packed in dry ice so will stay frozen for up to 30 hours) visit cecilys.co.

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DIVE INTO SPRING

Thanks to a sub-tropical climate, spring starts early in Cornwall. Last year it was declared on 26 February, once six champion magnolia campbellii trees had flowered at gardens including Trewidden (above), Tregothnan and Trebah. Book a four-night Spring Garden Break at The Nare (below) from now until April and experience this beautiful unfurling in AA 5-Star style, located above Carne Beach on the Roseland Peninsula. Visits to three of The Great Gardens of Cornwall are included, with options to book private guided tours and visits to other unique gardens. Prices start from £397 per room per night, including breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner. To book, call 01872 501111 or go to https://www.narehotel. co.uk/bookings/breaks/garden-breaks.

BEACH VIBE

Cornish self-catering holiday specialist Beach Retreats has added some gorgeous new holiday lets to its collection. One of the highspec newbies is Wonderwall (above), an eco-chalet on the edge of Upton Towans Nature Reserve in Hayle, just a 10-minute stroll from Gwithian Beach. The detached, single-storey chalet sleeps up to seven people and its light-filled, glass-fronted interiors are done up in mid-century style. For chilled evenings under the stars, the granite patio is equipped with a Weber charcoal barbecue, an Ooni pizza oven and a Mexican chiminea for warmth and flame. From £1,250 for a seven-night stay, call 01637 861005 to book, or go to beachretreats.co.uk. c o a s t ma g a z i n e .co.uk

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Explore the Cornish coast on electric bikes that can be hired from Penzance or delivered to nearby hotels and holiday houses. It’s a great way to get off the beaten track and reach your favourite beaches, gardens and eateries without relying on your car. Bikes come in a selection of sizes along with helmets, baby seats and dog baskets.

You can also opt for a sat-nav pre-loaded with recommended routes chosen according to your fitness, your interests and even the weather.

For more information and to book, visit ebikecornwall.com.

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COSY KNITS

Prepare your little one for seaside adventures by wrapping them in the softest wool clothing and blankets from Coastal Baby. This Cornwall-based company was set up by maternity nurse and sleep consultant Vickie Bowles, who knows a thing or two about what makes babies cosy and happy. Her washable hats, pram blankets, rompers, leggings and nursery cushions are all knitted to order using 100% merino wool. Prices start from £12 for a beanie. Find out more at coastalbaby.co.uk.

GO WITH THE FLOW

Mor Swimmy is an ethical, sustainable and body-positive swimwear company based in Penzance. Set up by two local women who are enthusiastic sea swimmers, this new venture specialises in slow swimwear. Each piece is made by a local seamstress using material created from recycled fishing nets and a biodegradable neoprenesubstitute made from cane sugar, and no two costumes are the same. Prices range from around £50 (morswimmy.com).

FOOD WITH A VIEW

Cornwall has a new sustainable restaurant at the Carbis Bay Estate led by chef Adam Handling, who cooked for the world leaders during last year’s G7 summit. Ugly Butterfly, which has spectacular sea views thanks to its position on the top floor of the Ocean Venue, focuses on British food inspired by local produce and prides itself on being low-waste. You’ll love the all-day dining experience that includes delicious drinks and bar snacks made from trims and offcuts from the restaurant. Book at carbisbayhotel.co.uk.

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Ali Braybrooks relishes working at Tremenheere Sculpture Garden near Penzance, where artworks, exotic plants and stupendous views over to St Michael’s Mount compete for her attention WORDS CAROLINE WHEATER

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y mum’s Cornish, her family has been here for generations and we used to come here on holiday every year from our home in Sussex.

When I grew up, I moved to Australia for 25 years, living on North Stradbroke Island off the coast of Queensland, which ironically, looks very like Cornwall. In 2011 I returned home to help look after Mum and Dad, who had by then retired here.

Initially I worked in the café at Tremenheere Sculpture Garden, and two years later, in 2014, I was appointed garden manager. I look after ticket sales, group visits, creative workshops and weddings. The south-facing garden is in a 22-acre valley surrounded by ancient

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woodland and with views to St Michael’s Mount. I like the way that it has been kept very natural looking, full of narrow paths and interesting pockets filled with succulents and exotic plants. There are 30 sculptures nestled into the garden that are designed to be part of the landscape.

In March everything is looking bright green as the leaves on the trees come out, then in April it’s bluebell season.

I live in the Bone Valley near Penzance, midway between the north and south coasts of Cornwall, which are separated by moors. My partner and I walk ‘up and over’ the moors to Gurnards Head a lot.

We both like sketching and painting as we walk. We love going to the beach too,

to walk, or to sit and have a cup of tea.

One of our favourite spots is Treen Cove on the north coast, you have to clamber over rocks to get there and it’s a lovely place to swim at in the summer. Bosigran Cliff in West Penwith is where we go to watch the sea – I like the feeling of space and light out on the water. When we’re feeling sociable we go to Fat Apples Café near St Keverne for delicious homemade food such as Helford crab sandwiches.

Tremenheere Sculpture Garden is at Gulval, Penzance, Cornwall TR20 8YL. To find out more call 01736 448089 or see tremenheere.co.uk. Gardens open daily from 10.30am to 4.30pm between midFebruary and October.

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CAPTURING THE SEA AND SKY Returning to his Cornish roots has reignited Matt Keeble’s delight in capturing on camera the ever-changing moods and hues of the Atlantic Ocean and its vast skies WORDS CAROLINE WHEATER PHOTOGRAPHS MATT KEEBLE

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‘The ocean is all around us and I’m always next to the sea or in it’

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OPPOSITE A bird’s-eye view of Portwrinkle, Cornwall ABOVE CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT Surfers, the estuary at St Germans and the pretty villages of the Cornish coast all feature frequently in Matt’s images. ‘I never plan photography trips,’ he says. ‘If the light looks good and I see a lovely scene, I shoot ad lib.’

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have always got a camera with me.

If I’m going for a surf on Cornwall’s north coast, I’ll leave really early to get there when the sun’s coming up to take some photographs,’ says Matt Keeble. ‘I never plan photography trips, if the light looks good and I see a lovely scene, I shoot ad lib – capturing the moment.’ Spontaneity and a love of drama characterise Matt’s craft, honed through 20 years of photographing celebrities and news stories in London, where he’d jump on his motorbike at a moment’s notice to cover stories for the national press.

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While Matt continues to photograph the BAFTAs or the BRITs and take pics for Getty Images, the days of covering major incidents are over now that he and his wife Anouska and their three-year-old daughter, Coco, live in the fishing village of Downderry on Cornwall’s south coast.

‘We grew up here and four years ago when it all got too hard in London, and just before Coco was born, we decided, “Let’s get out of here”. Better late than never.’ Moving back to this tight-knit

Cornish community has unleashed a new sense of freedom and a return to outdoor life – surfing, windsurfing, spearfishing, pootling around in a little boat. ‘The ocean is all around us and I’m always next to the sea or in it. Living here has made me enjoy photography more,’ says Matt of his imagery, which toggles between naturalistic and abstract, his personal passion. He and Anouska have also cemented their new life by founding a homewares brand, The Cornish Surfer.

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The family’s Edwardian semi is just 50m from the shoreline and ‘boat pool’ where the sardine fishing fleet once anchored up.

Most of Matt’s days begin with a cuppa in bed, looking out to sea. Sometimes, if the weather is right, he’ll take shots from the top of the house with his Fuji camera.

‘I like clouds, dramatic skies and sea, and also really flat light, which brings out the mood.’ His images are steeped in the colours of Cornwall – steely blue, granite grey, milky turquoise, pearlescent white, shimmering pink and fiery orange.

Twice a week, time allowing, Matt

heads out to surf. If the waves are high, that could be in Downderry or Seaton.

Alternatively, he drives to the reliably rugged north coast to immerse at Perranporth, Rock, Sennen Cove or Watergate Bay. And, as night follows day, out comes the camera – and sometimes the drone – to capture the grandeur of Cornwall’s coast.

FIND MATT

• Framed prints of Matt’s fine-art ocean photography start from £150 for an A3 print up to £1,500 for a bespoke size. Browse online at mattkeeble.com.

• A selection of Matt’s seascapes, unframed and framed, are also sold

by The Cornish Surfer, Matt and Anouska’s fledgling homewares brand, prices from £80 to £150. His book, Ocean Loving Photography, £40, can also be bought there (thecornishsurfer.com).

• Follow Matt on Instagram, @mattkeeblephotography.

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CORNWALL’S FISHER KINGS A perfect storm of Brexit and the pandemic looked set to threaten Cornwall’s centuries-old fishing community. Instead, with innovative ideas and buckets of brio, it has brought about a renaissance in Cornish seafood WORDS KATY DAVIDSON

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he working seascape of Cornwall has probably changed more in the last two years than it has in the last two decades.

It’s an industry deeply connected to the Cornish psyche, an archetype of the county that evokes romantic images of swarthy folk in yellow oilskins and heavy boots, with gulls idling above the wake of small yet sturdy vessels. However, the reality is somewhat different, as fishing has been in a pattern of steady decline for decades. It has an ageing workforce – the average fisherman in Cornwall is over 50 years old, and huge percentages of the catch swerve UK dining tables and go in bulk to Europe.

For years, local fleets have bobbed along facing the usual challenges of bad weather, gear damage, uncertainty of stock levels and no guarantee of a catch; the gleaming, calm days of bountiful catches erasing any memories of damaged nets and pots, or of being stuck in harbour as storms rage. The year 2020 brought unprecedented

change with the Brexit agreement affecting UK fishing policy, process and paperwork.

But all that extra cost and admin faded into oblivion when national lockdowns caused the fisherfolk’s markets to disappear overnight. Without restaurants open, without the wholesale distribution abroad, was it even worth the cost of diesel to head out to sea?

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It seems it was – an extraordinary revolution began to unfurl. Where promotion and marketing had struggled for years to nudge the British public towards regularly buying fresh seafood, necessity caused an unexpected transformation of fishy businesses in Cornwall. The indomitable spirit of the Cornish sprang to life with innovation and creativity as Facebook pages were created for individual boats, selling direct to customers who had woken up to the foodie possibilities right on their doorstep.

While there will always be issues to contend with – official policy, legislation,

quotas – the resilience of the characters in this industry showed no sign of weakening and, in fact, there are many who have turned potential negatives into resounding positives. After the initial haphazard rush of local deliveries direct to customers, some enterprising individuals have brought everything in-house, thus shortening their supply chain and owning the whole process.

Buck Beckett of Newquay is one of those fishermen who saw the opportunity for adding value to the raw product. So, as well as spending hours at sea

PREVIOUS PAGE Lyonesse, which lands those famous Cornish sardines, hard at work THIS PAGE, TOP My Lass, owned by Newlyn fisherman Thomas Lamborn THIS PAGE, ABOVE Buck Beckett of Newquay, who has changed his business model RIGHT Thomas Lamborn is one of the younger skippers on the scene

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on Frellie, from 4am to the next afternoon, he and his wife developed a processing operation. This means that Buck, instead of just landing his catch to wholesalers, is now storing live seafood in tanks to save wastage and to protect his valuable haul of lobster and crab. This saves the worry of an immediate sale as soon as he has landed his catch. A family workforce picks the landed crab to sell, conveniently packaged, for the restaurant trade and direct to consumers. He has also invested in two, proudly branded, refrigerated vans for his new delivery routes across the county and further afield.

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There is no doubt that hard work pays off in this industry, and it is very hard work when you’re fishing, maintaining boats, nets, pots and doing your own admin as a self-employed person. But as southcoast fisherman Tom Lamborn says (and every single skipper would say the same), they wouldn’t want to be doing anything else. Tom is one of the younger skippers

on the Newlyn scene. Having gone away to university to study chemistry, he couldn’t stop thinking about when he’d be back home in Cornwall to get out fishing again on his family’s boat. After graduating, he went to crew on Lyonesse (PZ81), a 12m ring netter that catches famous Cornish sardines which is owned by his father Sam and skippered by Will Treneer. In time, he invested in his own boat, the single-handed vessel My Lass (PZ291), at once multi-tasking as solo skipper with pots and handlines, bringing in crab, lobster and mackerel, then joining the rest of the crew catching those scrumptious silver sardines that were once called pilchards. The name change was deliberate and brought about a revolution in the industry.

So what exactly is in a name? Well, more than we might believe. Although necessity caused a huge shift in the industry, there are creative campaigns in action like the partnership between the Cornish Fish Producers Organisation (CFPO) and Seafood Cornwall to rebrand

under-loved species in the same way that ‘pilchards’ successfully became ‘sardines’.

The benefits are manifold but for the fishermen it means that they will have value added to their catch, an ability to sell locally and increase their profits, and fewer reasons to dispose of bycatch.

A brilliant start has been made with two species that are delicious yet under utilised. Every year around 1,000 tonnes of megrim sole is brought into Newlyn, Cornwall’s biggest fish market and 98% of it is exported, along with 85% of the spider crab catch, mainly to Spain. But things are changing. A campaign of press coverage, recipes, social media and outreach featuring development chef James Strawbridge has re-introduced these two species as Cornish Sole and Cornish King Crab. Fishermen say this has started to make a visible change to the industry but changing tastes takes time.

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It’s not just which fish to eat that people need enlightening about, but

OPPOSITE Spider crab is now being marketed as Cornish King Crab ABOVE Argoe restaurant in Newlyn was established by Rich Adams, of ‘nose-to-tail’ supplier Forgotten Fish, in an attempt to make sure the whole fish is used more often in dishes and there is as little waste as possible

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FOUR FANTASTIC PLACES TO BUY FRESH CORNISH FISH the success of the fishing industry, sustainability is essential too, and if you’re ever concerned about what fish to buy and when, the Cornwall Good Seafood Guide website provides detailed information on the sustainability of more than 60 species of seafood landed to Cornish ports by Cornish fishermen.

Founder Matt Slater says: ‘By educating people we hope to encourage good fishing practice and incentivise further improvement, as well as highlighting areas where better management will also improve the long-term prospects of fishermen and benefit our marine environment and wildlife.’ Efforts are being made to attract younger people into fishing as well. These include an apprenticeship scheme designed with the help of working fishermen, and social media groups such as the Seafish Young Seafood Leaders Network. It looks like things are set fair for a seafaring renaissance in Cornwall, allowing the county to retain its salty archetype, albeit with a little more digital and desk action, for generations to come.

ABOVE Cornish King Crab cakes – a change of name from spider crab to Cornish King Crab has seen an increase in popularity in this catch, of which 85% has traditionally been exported, mainly to Spain

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1. Off The Hook is a family-run fishmonger in Wadebridge headed up by Jon, a Master Fishmonger. The fresh fish display is enticingly arranged with a variety of daily options (offthehookcornwall.co.uk).

2. Buck Beckett of Newquay sells his own fresh catch and picked crab direct and wholesale from Buck Beckett Fresh Shellfish Supplier (07792 384094, facebook.com/Buck-Beckettsfresh-shellfish-Ltd).

3. Trelawney Fish & Deli stocks the best Cornish fish every day, bought at Newlyn Fish Market which is just 100 yards away.

There’s a counter and overnight delivery service (trelawneyfish. co.uk).

4. Stevensons’ fleet of fishing boats has been operating for over 100 years, landing catches daily into Newlyn harbour and providing customers with the freshest, in-season, sustainably caught fish. Fish boxes are available (wstevenson.co.uk).

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which part. We are used to easy-on-theeye, plump, white meat with no bones and straight from the fillet, inoffensive and simple. But a wonderful trend is taking off that harks back to the times when my dad used to give me fried herring milts (the ‘roes’ of male herring) dusted in seasoned flour and make stock from the bones, and it is being led by top chefs.

Fishermen are not only profiting from underutilised species but unfamiliar parts of the fish as well.

Rich Adams started a small business called Forgotten Fish – a ‘nose-to-tail’ fish supplier – when he saw how much of each fish was going to waste in the industry that has traditionally wanted fillet only. He has seen the success of his niche market grow and became sole supplier of one surprising product, hake’s throat, to the Michelin-starred Brat restaurant in London’s Shoreditch. Having seen the success in London, Rich set up his own restaurant, Argoe, on Newlyn’s harbourside to offer traditional favourites along with less well-known dishes.

Whilst marketing and profits are key to

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COOL CAFÉ Springtide, Charlestown, Cornwall

WHET MY APPETITE. It’s a short journey from net to plate when you eat your seafood overlooking this ridiculously pretty Georgian harbour on Cornwall’s south coast. Springtide is Charlestown’s newest eatery, launched by the same family-run team as the popular Longstore restaurants, and it sits next to their steakand-seafood flagship.

WHAT’S ON THE MENU? Expect a Mediterranean spin on all your fishy favourites. We started with crab arancini, which came with a fragrant saffron aioli, plus a dish of baked tiger prawns sitting on an arrabbiata sauce that was wonderfully deep and herby. To follow, we had catch of the day – a perfectly cooked piece of hake with mussels and chorizo – along with a plate of mixed grilled seafood with a salsa verde and the freshest romesco sauce packed with flavour. For pudding, special mention goes to the warm raspberry and dark chocolate brownie that had a wondrous just-out-of the-oven gooiness. All dietary requirements are well catered for, with dairy-free options tasting every bit as

good as their buttery counterparts – the vegan apple and ginger cake with caramel ice cream and stem ginger butterscotch sauce was exceptional.

HOW’S THE MOOD? Service is laidback and friendly. The clever conversion of this early 19th-century former fish cellar and boatshed, with its rustic wood roof timbers and whitewashed stone walls, adds to its relaxed style.

CAN I SEE THE SEA? Springtide sits right beside the harbour that is renowned for its tall ships and has starred in the likes of Poldark and Hornblower.

WHAT’S THE DAMAGE? Prices are reasonable, as starters cost from £8, main courses begin at £16.50 and sides are £4 each. With puddings priced at just £7, this is a gastronomic treat that won’t break the bank.

OPENING TIMES? Open every day for dinner from 5pm until close, and at weekends for lunch from 12-3pm.

TO BOOK. Call 01726 879053 or visit springtidecharlestown.co.uk.

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ABOVE Springtide is the latest addition to Charlestown (top), where Alice enjoyed crab arancini and raspberry and dark chocolate brownie

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HOT HOTEL

HOTEL MEUDON, FALMOUTH, CORNWALL WHAT’S THE BUZZ? New ownership and a complete refurbishment has transformed this hotel to its former glory. Set in nine acres of subtropical gardens that snake down to a little private beach, you can park your car and not get back into it until you have to leave to go home again. There’s a gorgeous restaurant that overlooks the gardens, a sultry cocktail bar and a lovely living area with a big open fire where you can enjoy a classic Cornish high tea. There are two treatment rooms, so you can book a massage in advance of your trip. The staff are super-friendly to both humans and dogs, and many of the rooms now have

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their own balconies with views towards the ocean. I just loved it!

WHAT ARE THE ROOMS LIKE? Spacious and modern, with a mid-century twist. The interior designers reupholstered and repurposed existing Ercol furniture, discovered and repaired parquet flooring hidden under carpets, and combined these vintage classics with a contemporary colour palette to bring a new lease of life to the property, without destroying the original character of this fantastic building.

BEST SEA VIEW? The best view is from the two specifically named ‘sea view rooms’, which also overlook the canopy of

trees, however, any guest can take a 10-minute stroll through the palm trees get in the water on their private beach.

We swam before breakfast; it was paradise!

HOW ABOUT THE FOOD? The elegant restaurant offers a local, seasonal menu, usually with one fish, one meat and one vegetarian dish to choose from at dinner.

Provenance is everything here, and dishes often indicate from which Cornish location the ingredients came from. Starters might include Newlyn crab, Soul Farm leaf, avocado cream & black Russian tomato, mains might include Mr Bax pork chop, hog’s pudding, chard & apple, Calvados.

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Dating back to the 1800s, the Hotel Meudon building has been lavishly restored since coming under new ownership and offers beautiful accommodation and fine dining – as well as lovely gardens – in a secluded spot above Bream Cove, where guests can go for a swim

Supper costs £32 for two courses, or £45 for three courses. The hotel also offers a delicious cream tea, which can be served by the fire or out in the gorgeous gardens.

ANY ECO-CREDENTIALS? Hotel Meudon works with local suppliers in order to reduce food miles and their carbon footprint. They try to use biodegradable materials where possible and recycle all suitable materials.

HOW ACCESSIBLE IS IT? There is a lift down to the restaurant. Bedrooms one and two are being made into accessible rooms, both currently have wet rooms and are on the ground floor, however, the doors are

currently normal width, so these aren’t suitable for wheelchair users at this point.

There is disabled parking right next to the reception area, and the management hopes to make the hotel more accessible in the next phase of development.

WHAT WILL IT COST? Rooms start from a very reasonable £129 per night for a double based on two people sharing in low season, rising to £269 in high season.

HOW DO I BOOK? Call 01326 250541 or visit meudon.co.uk.

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Weird and wonderful Cornwall stays From WWII bunkers under the ground to tree pods suspended in the air, leap out of your comfort zone this spring and experience Cornwall in a truly unique way

FOREST BATHE IN A TREETOP POD IN WARLEGGAN VALLEY

Designed using recycled, sustainable and natural materials, with minimal, non-permanent impact on the woodland, this spherical Tree Pod suspended 3m off the ground is for those who want an extreme experience of forest bathing.

Hanging above a ‘lost meadow’ in wooded Warleggan Valley, 20 acres of ancient woodland, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Site of Special Scientific Interest, you can get cosy in your sleeping bag next to the woodburner as you gaze out at the kingfishers hunting on the stream, babbling below.

HOW TO BOOK: Sleeps Two. Three nights from £345 (0117 2047830, canopyandstars.co.uk/britain/england/ cornwall/broom-park-farm/lostmeadow-treepod).

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HIDE AWAY IN THE BUNKER IN SENNEN

Tucked away, a 10-minute drive from Land’s End, you may find the former WWII bunker in Sennen hard to find as it’s well camouflaged, covered in grass.

Rather apt for a secret bunker! Luxury accommodation with four bedrooms, it has room for six people and two dogs.

With no windows you might worry that it might be dingy but natural light beams in from tunnels fitted in the ceiling. With the spectacular Minack Theatre 10 minutes by car and the famous fairytale castle of St Michael’s Mount up the road, it’s a unique but fun place to stay while exploring Cornwall.

HOW TO BOOK: Sleeps six. From 7 nights from £693 (hostunusual.com/ categories/host-unusual/the-bunker)

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RELAX IN A RESTORED COPPER MINE NEAR CALSTOCK Staying in the converted Danescombe Mine, near Calstock, allows you travel back in time and sleep in a restored engine house that worked for around 80 years in the 19th century producing first copper and then arsenic! Restored by the Landmark Trust in 1970, the building now has large, light-filled rooms, and a raised outdoor deck so you can take in the view of the forest and stream leading to the Tamar River. A short walk away is National Trust-owned Cotehele, a Tudor house and gardens, and Calstock village and viaduct.

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RETREAT IN A LUXURY TREEHOUSE IN CAMBORNE

Clowance is a two-bed treehouse, 20m off the ground on a 97-acre country estate in Camborne, which has been home to an aristocratic Cornish family for five centuries.

Nestled above the forest, the Treehouse is a high-end retreat with a curved kitchen and a shining copper outdoor bathtub.

Equidistant from both coasts, you can be at the beach in 20 minutes or stay local and try a Segway tour of the estate, a photography or archery lesson, or have a dip in the indoor pool, a treatment at the spa, a game of golf, tennis or croquet.

HOW TO BOOK: Three-night stay for four people from £1,050 (01994 426006, luxurylodges.com/clowance/ accommodation/treehouse-on-the-lake).

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You can’t help but goggle at The Egyptian House, one of Cornwall’s most flamboyant buildings. Grade I listed, it was built in the style of the Egyptian Revival architecture, inspired by Napoleon’s campaign in Egypt in 1798 and is full of pseudo-Egyptian symbolism, sphinx-like ornaments and grand columns. It now houses three ˆ apartments run by The Landmark Trust.

HOW TO BOOK: Sleeps up to four.

Four nights from £216 (01628 825925, landmarktrust.org.uk/search-and-book/ properties/egyptian-house-2-6773).

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WALK LIKE AN EGYPTIAN IN PENZANCE

STARGAZE IN A GEOMETRIC POD

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Glamping goes minimalist with the Ekopod, a white geometric ‘tent’ near Camelford, which sleeps two in a bed with a transparent wall for bedtime stargazing.

With sheepskin rugs, a woodburning stove with views across a meadow you can also soak up the stunning early morning views as the sun comes up over Bodmin Moor. Just next door is a bathroom pod with bathtub, compost toilet and pump shower, and kitchen pod with stove and cool box. Bliss!

HOW TO BOOK: Sleeps two. Three nights from £286, including breakfast and gourmet welcome pack (01566 880349, ekopod.co.uk).

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TAKE A TIPI TRIP NEAR PORT ISSAC

In 20 acres of woodland valley, around a lake created from the old Tregildrans Quarry, why not stay in one of the 20 North American-style tipis five minutes’ drive from Port Issac? These 18ft-high canvas structures have generous living areas dotted with warm Turkish rugs and candle lanterns. You can just kick back in your tent, or have fun messing about in a boat and wild swimming in the crystal-clear lake or maybe even try dancing around a rather spectacular totem pole in the upper tipi village?

HOW TO BOOK: Medium-sized tipi sleeps two to four people. From £255 for three nights (01208 880781, cornishtipiholidays.co.uk/our-tipis).

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STAY ON TRACK IN ST GERMANS

Stay in one of the four award-winning, eco-friendly restored train carriages at stations along the main railway line in the village of St Germans. Whether you’re in a compact 24ft carriage for two or a 48ft carriage for six, all have original features from the 1890s – with lots of vintage velvet upholstery! Self-contained with their own gardens, galley kitchens, woodburning stoves, bathrooms (some with clawfoot baths), the carriages are a comfortable base from which to explore the 10 acres of a nearby Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Plus the famed Port Eliot Estate is just up the road.

HOW TO BOOK: Sleeps up to six. From £255 for a three-night stay (hostunusual. com/categories/host-unusual/railholiday).

CLIMB HIGH IN TINTAGEL

Named for the Cornish word for ‘hideout’, Kudhva is a unique architectural cabin on three tall, wooden legs 8ft off the ground with views through a triangular window down the coast to Gull Rock, Kirrin Island and the headland in Polzeath. Try outdoor cooking, wild swimming in the waterfall and reservoir, chill in a hammock suspended in the willow grove or soak away your cares in the forest hot tub. Or instead simply refuse to get out of your soft linen bed and watch the two resident deer graze in the heather and wild strawberry garden below.

HOW TO BOOK: Sleeps two. Prices for two nights from £216 (0117 2047830, canopyandstars.co.uk/britain/england/ cornwall/kudhva/kudhva-k4). c o a s t ma g a z i n e .co.uk

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ECO-YURT IN GORRAN

Cotna, a small-scale glamping site on an organic farm, offers an eco-living experience in yurts made from local ash and sail canvas overlooking apple orchards near the traditional Cornish village of Gorran. The yurts are heated by woodburners and beautifully decorated with Turkish and Mongolian kiilims, Indian silks and organic Cornish linen and have room for two to five people. Surrounded by oak and hazel woodland in a hidden valley, and with a proper working harbour village of Mevagissey two miles away, here you really get the chance to live the Cornish dream.

HOW TO BOOK: Sleeps up to 5. Yurts from £80 a night/£500 a week (01726 844867, cotna.co.uk).

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10 Cornish holidays that won’t break the bank Say ‘holiday in Cornwall’ and some people instantly reply ‘expensive’.

But that need not be the case – there are plenty of more reasonable options, from a farmhouse B&B to a back-to-nature campsite

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Mevagissey and the Lost Gardens of Heligan are close to this pretty slate-hung farmhouse, which combines the oldfashioned charm of log fires and beamed ceilings with the modern comfort of its en-suite rooms. You’ll get a complimentary cream tea on arrival and breakfasts include plenty of delicious local produce.

Prices start from £34pp per night for a four-night stay, or from £36pp for a single night (corranfarm.co.uk).

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Surfing at Polzeath and Trebarwith Strand is close by, along with more sheltered spots such as Port Gaverne, Daymer Bay and Port Quin. In the evenings, you can relax in the wood-panelled cabin or eat dinner on your own private deck. Sleeps four, from £389 for seven nights (johnbraycornishholidays.co.uk).

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Stay on the southernmost tip of mainland Britain at Longships, a cottage at Lizard Lighthouse, a quarter of a mile from the village. There has been a lighthouse here since 1619 and the two distinctive white towers you see today were built in 1715. The house has two

bedrooms, both of which have great sea views. Sleeps four, from £401 for three nights (ruralretreats.co.uk).

WALKING 4 GUIDED HOLIDAY, ST IVES

Head off the beaten track to hidden coves, sandy beaches and rugged headlands when you sign up for a guided walking holiday based at Chy Morvah, a country house near St Ives. You’ll enjoy two days of guided walking tailored to your interests and fitness level, taking in famous landmarks connected with the region’s rich maritime heritage. Prices for a three-night holiday with full-board accommodation start from £349pp (hfholidays.co.uk).

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FARM WILD CAMPING, 5 BUSH PILLATON

When you arrive at this laid-back campsite near Saltash you’ll be given a map of the 200-acre rewilded farm so you can choose whereabouts to pitch up. The only rule is that your tent or campervan must be at least 50 yards away from your neighbour. It’s great for nature-loving families, and dogs are welcome. There are loos and showers, but no electrical hook-ups, and you’re welcome to bring your own fire-pit and forage for firewood. Camping costs £10 per adult and £5 per child per night (bushfarmcampsite.co.uk).

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LEAF, EAST 6 FERN THORNE, NEAR BUDE

Get away from it all at this wooden roundhouse with its own hot tub, set deep in the peace and quiet of the Cornish countryside. The perfect glamping retreat, it has a woodburning stove and a porthole in the roof so you can lie back and watch the stars on a clear night. Sleeps four, from £367 for a two-night stay (luxurycoastal.co.uk).

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7 VOLES NEST, 7 BANK NEAR POLPERRO

This holiday home sits in a small complex of similar properties that share a heated swimming pool (open from May to December) and a patio on which to relax and soak up the sun. It’s near Polperro, a pretty fishing village that has many regular boat trips running from its harbour, and is close to the beach at Talland Bay. Sleeps four, from £317 for seven nights (toadhallcottages.co.uk).

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Small boats and paddleboards can be launched by prior arrangement from a private shingle beach that’s just 300 yards away. Sleeps two, from £290 for seven nights (creeksidecottages.co.uk). c o a s t ma g a z i n e .co.uk

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Set amid Mousehole’s famously narrow and winding streets, this historical property sits above the old village bark house, where fishing nets were treated in days gone by. It’s now a smart threebedroom house that has an open-plan living space complete with characterful exposed beams and granite walls.

Sleeps four, from £400 for seven nights (helpfulholidays.co.uk).

10 SOPHANISE, ST MERRYN

Sophanise is wooden lodge set in a 27-acre parkland holiday site in north Cornwall, within striking distance of several glorious sandy beaches and 10 minutes’ drive from Padstow’s famous eateries. You’ll love the comfortable home-from-home interior and the on-site facilities that include a children’s playground, a barbecue area, a small shop and a bar. Sleeps four, from £333 for seven nights (cornishhorizons.co.uk).

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OFF THE BEATEN TRACK Whether you want to go on a Cornish Piskie hunt in Tintagel or adopt a lobster in Padstow, there are lots of extraordinary things to do, see and try in Cornwall. Here are our editor’s top picks

SWIM WITH HORSES IN MOUNTS BAY

On the beach at Long Rock near Marazion with the iconic St Michael’s Mount behind you, you can experience a 2-3 hour ‘swimming with horses’ session where you can ride a horse without fear of falling off. Specially trained to swim in the bay, you can enjoy riding these beautiful animals and try everything from circus-style antics to standing on horseback with the sea as your safety net. Rides can be one-to-one, pairs or small groups of up to 4 maximum.

How to book: The cost is £150 per horse per person.

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Follow a nature trail with a bug’s palace, bird hide, and a vast range of wildlife and plants and see if you can spot a piskie – Cornish pixie – at St Nectan’s Glen (below).

Designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, appointed a Site of Special Scientific Interest due to its rare specimens of plants, and considered to be one of the UK’s most spiritual sites, its magical waterfall (right) on the banks of the River Trevillet is said to be inhabited by piskies. Take a circular walk past three waterfalls and end up at Tree of Life Café for some cake by the woodburning stove.

How to book: Prices from £6.45 (01840 779538, st-nectansglen.co.uk).

LEARN TO MAKE A CORNISH PASTY IN FALMOUTH

Learn traditional Cornish pasty-making and master the art of ‘crimping’ with pasty zen-master Charlie Choak of Falmouth shop Choaks Pasties. In a one-hour lunchtime session, Charlie will teach you his own recipe – his bakery was the first in the area to have an open window so the public can see staff making pasties.

How to book: £10pp and you get to eat your pasty! You even receive your very own certificate too (01326 312426, choakspasties.co.uk/pasty-school).

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BE INSPIRED BY LOCAL ARTISTS IN PENZANCE

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Ceramicist Catherine Lucktaylor creates contemporary pieces inspired by her love of the natural wildness of Cornwall. Combining her African ancestry and her interest in Raku, an ancient Japanese technique (it means ‘enjoyment’ and was originally used as part of traditional tea ceremonies), she sells her work and runs courses from her large rural studio in Penzance. In 2022, she will be unveiling her Ancestral Wisdom Project, healing arts events and retreats.

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RIDE ALONG THE BEACH IN PERRANPORTH

Only eight miles from Newquay, Reen Manor Riding Stables offers one or two-hour hacks, ideal for beginners who want to take in the spectacular scenery of the famous three-mile sands of Perranporth beach on the North Cornish coast.

For the more adventurous, try the half-day pub ride, venturing over the sand dunes and stopping off for Cornish food and ales. There are 20 horses at the stables to choose from to suit all abilities.

How to book: Beach ride from £70pp (01872 57064, reenmanorstables.com).

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BE SHELLFISH IN PADSTOW

The lobster is the most valuable catch in the UK, worth £30m each year. Coastal communities rely on the industry to create jobs but the industry is not currently sustainable. At the award-winning National Lobster Hatchery (above), you can find out what can be done, meet baby lobsters and learn about the pioneering marine conservation work undertaken to enhance the wild lobster population.

Smart, interactive displays and ‘adopt a lobster’ initiatives make this a fun as well as educational day out for the 40,000 visitors it attracts every year.

How to book: From £7.50pp (01841 533877, nationallobsterhatchery.co.uk).

SEE MARINE LIFE IN PENZANCE

Get close to grey seals, whales, dolphins and porpoises on this environmentally responsible sea safari (left) on a 10m catamaran. With 12 passengers max and marine biologists as guides, this awardwinning outfit collects scientific data on every trip and doesn’t disturb the animals thanks to a low-impact vessel with quiet engines and sail power.

How to book: Adults, from £28 per trip, £20 for under-16s, suitable for ages 4 and over only (07749 277110, marinediscovery.co.uk). c o a s t ma g a z i n e .co.uk

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Built as a meditative outdoor space to inspire calm and peace, The Japanese Garden (left & right) is set in an acre of gentle winding paths bordered by maples, ornamental grasses and bamboo. With colourful pools of Koi carp and waterfalls, you are encouraged to reflect as you explore the Eastern world of horticulture.

Round off your visit at the traditional Cha-Seki (teahouse) with its beautiful display of Bonsai trees and be inspired to create your own Zen garden from its stock of plant species and succulents.

How to book: £5 for adults (01637 860116, japanesegarden.co.uk).

TAKE A DIP IN A SEA POOL

Built in the golden age of the lido in the 1930s, Bude Sea Pool, nestled under the curve of the cliffs on Cornwall’s north coast, offers safe swimming for locals and visitors alike. Measuring 91m long by 45m wide, the pool provides year-round shelter from Atlantic Ocean waves.

Part-natural, part-man-made, with its iconic beach huts and surrounding sun terraces, this is a unique place to experience safe sea swimming. But beware – you just might find yourself sharing a swim with one of the shoals of fish that sometimes get washed in.

How to book: Access to Bude Sea Pool is unrestricted and is free of charge (budeseapool.org).

SHUCK AN OYSTER ON THE CAMEL ESTUARY

Founder of London Oyster Week and a leading expert in oysters, Katy Davidson is known internationally as The Oyster Lady and has appeared on everything from national newspapers to BBC1’s Saturday Kitchen to The Food Programme on Radio 4. Join her on Porthilly Beach opposite the famous harbour of Padstow, where you’ll learn how to ‘shuck’ (remove the oyster from the shell), hear all about oyster culture and history, and get to taste some raw and cooked oysters on a barbecue on the edge of the Camel Estuary that have come direct from local oyster farmers.

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ABSTRACT ARTIST Wild swimming around the shores of south and west Cornwall is where Tara Leaver feeds her imagination, giving expression to the artistic freedom she’s found since moving here five years ago WORDS CAROLINE WHEATER PHOTOGRAPHS IAN KINGSNORTH & CHARLOTTE BURNS

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rom above, the sea looks quite grey but under the water it’s another story,’ says Tara Leaver, remembering the first time she went wild swimming at Battery Rocks in Penzance with the Battery Belles and Buoys. Dipping her head beneath the waves was a revelation, a hidden world of swaying seaweeds, darting fish, scuttling crabs, creeping starfish and beautiful shells. Soon, she was using a waterproof camera to capture these ‘underwater

OPPOSITE PAGE ‘The further west I go in Cornwall, the more I love it,’ says Tara LEFT Slow Float, one of her evocative pieces BELOW Artist Tara Leaver

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ABOVE CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT Swaying seaweeds feature regularly in Tara’s work; Tara loves to paint onto unprimed basswood panels and works with the grain which is often visible through the paint; colours at the ready RIGHT The artist enjoys working in her Spindrift studio, built in the back garden

gardens’, images that have fuelled a whole new body of work that is still evolving.

For many years Tara was a city girl, living, studying art and working in London, then moving to Hove in 2008 after a period of depression. Here, she took up painting again and began an intensive period of study and creative exploration. She started making road-

trips to Cornwall in 2015 and the rugged county cast a spell on her. ‘I find the south coast of Cornwall particularly beautiful. When I first visited Marazion, I felt so happy – everything was light and joyful, the sweeping shape of Mount’s Bay feels like being in a hug. I also love the wildness of West Penwith. I had to give living there a try.’

She moved in 2017 and looked for a

place to settle. ‘I had a list of criteria for my dream Cornish home – sea views, within walking distance of a beach, a garden, and space to build an art studio,’ she says. Some nine months later she found it, on a clifftop near Mount’s Bay. ‘The property needed a lot of updating but it had the right feeling – very private with wonderful views out to sea.’ While renovations got underway, Tara

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OPPOSITE & ABOVE All Tara’s artworks are an amalgam of feelings of what it’s like to be immersed in water and looking beneath and above the waves. Cornwall’s creative energy allows artists to thrive, Tara believes

underwent some personal transformation too, on the Porthmeor Programme run by the St Ives School of Painting, a yearlong course for artists wishing to develop their practice. ‘It was life-changing. I wanted to be a full-time artist and a huge part of it was building up my confidence, which the course did,’ Tara says.

Now, art is everything, punctuated by wild swimming. ‘When I’m working on a collection I’ll be in the studio every day.’

She works on unprimed wood panels, starting very loosely with bottles of acrylic paint. ‘I throw them, dilute them, spray water onto them, rub them, and gradually add details such as shells and seaweed.’ Moving to Cornwall has been the making of Tara. ‘Cornwall gets in your soul and I feel so at home here, surrounded by nature on all sides. It’s tapped into something in me and I’m being who I really am.’

‘Cornwall gets in your soul and I feel so at home here, surrounded by nature on all sides’

FACT BOX FIND TARA LEAVER

• Browse through Tara’s collections of original paintings and prints at taraleaverart.com.

Prints from £35, framed paintings from £250. She also blogs and shares her thoughts on art via a fortnightly newsletter.

• Tara’s work is available to buy at Tin Coast Design in Penzance (tincoastdesign.co.uk), Hadfield Fine Art in the Cotswolds (hadfieldfineart.co.uk), the Byre Gallery in Millbrook, Cornwall (thebyregallery.co.uk), and The Art Buyer in Thames Ditton, London (theartbuyer.co.uk).

• In between painting, Tara teaches online art workshops and classes.

To find out more about those, go to taraleaver.com.

•Follow Tara on Instagram, @taraleaverart.

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LIVE LIFE BY THE SEA Enjoy the best of Cornish life

Prices from £310,000 Over 60% sold

THE COURTYARD AT DUPORTH The Courtyard at Duporth is a bespoke collection of thirty-eight 2 & 3 bedroom homes, set overlooking St Austell Bay and situated less than a mile from the picturesque village of Charlestown.

Exclusively for over-55s and centred around a restored Grade II listed clock tower and courtyard garden, each home at The Courtyard has been designed to a high-quality specification, with allocated parking and outdoor space. Adjacent to the eastern edge is a private woodland with a footpath leading to a sheltered beach.

Show Home open by appointment

House to sell? Ask us about Assisted Move*

Prices from £725,000 70% reserved off plan

Exclusive development for over 55s

Prices from £725,000 Last 2 homes available

THE PADSTOW COLLECTION

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Exclusive scheme of ten 2 & 3 bedroom apartments in the heart of Padstow, just a 5-minute walk from the harbour and renowned Michelin starred restaurants.

Don’t miss out on the final 2 bedroom apartments available within this stunning collection of homes set in the highly desirable area of Constantine Bay, just 4 miles from Padstow.

Short ferry ride to Rock

A short walk to both Constantine Bay Beach and Trevose Golf & Country Club

Views across the Camel Estuary Private outdoor space

Private outside space and surf storage Featuring sea views

For more information and to discover further coastal developments visit www.acornpropertygroup.org or call 01637 876 000

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If you dream of living a more relaxed lifestyle on the coast and fear you’ll never be able to afford it, give the holiday hotspots a miss – here’s how to make your dream come true without spending millions

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Cornwall’s classic fishing villages (Fowey, St Ives, Padstow) tend to attract the highest prices, but Mevagissey remains relatively affordable – despite being so close to the Lost Gardens of Heligan and lovely sand-and-shingle Polstreath beach.

Pilchard fisheries and boat-building have largely been eclipsed by tourism but the harbour is home to the second largest fishing fleet in Cornwall, and ‘Meva’ is known for its strong community spirit (villagers recently voted for a ban on building second homes). There is a thriving high street and a mainline railway station at St Austell (a 15-minute drive).

Average price: £341,660. A threebedroom live-work property with shop premises recently sold for £275,000.

Estate agent: Lillicrap Chilcott (01872 273473, lillicrapchilcott.com). ˆ Where to stay while you hunt: Charming Corner Cottage is a pretty, two-bedroom bolthole in a quiet lane, from £305 for a two-night break (07782 485842, cornercottagemevagissey.co.uk).

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During last year’s summer boom, Newquay emerged as the UK’s hottest property micro-market, but although the surfy Atlantic coast town saw some record-breaking sales, it’s generally less expensive than most of its neighbours.

And aside from seven magnificent sandy beaches, world-class waves and a quaint fishing harbour, it boasts two good secondary schools, Cornwall College Newquay and the county’s airport. Some of the lowest-priced properties can be found at the Duchy of Cornwall’s Nansledan – an ‘urban extension’ of pretty pastel-coloured homes, with a new high street and a primary school.

Average price: £324,771. A five-bed terraced house with sea views recently sold for £325,000.

Estate agent: Newquay Property Centre (01637 875161, newquaypropertycentre. co.uk).

Where to stay while you hunt: With lush rooms and a stylish restaurant, the Lewinnick Lodge hotel sits on a headland overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. From £180 per night (01637 878117, lewinnicklodge.co.uk).

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PROPER CORNISH NEWLYN, MOUNT’S BAY

The country’s premier fishing port is a salt-of-the-earth sort of place. Property values have picked up recently (an effect of rocketing prices in nearby Mousehole) but it’s still one of the cheapest places to buy a house with a view – many of the streets which slope down to the harbour take in Mount’s Bay and St Michael’s Mount. Other attractions include Newlyn Art Gallery (and school of art), chef Ben Tunnicliffe’s gastro pub, the Tolcarne Inn, the beaches at Lamorna and Porthcurno and bustling Penzance on the doorstep.

Average price: £267,874. A two-bed cottage with spectacular harbour views is on offer at £200,000.

Estate agent: Kerb Appealz (01736 332076, kerbappealz.co.uk).

Where to stay while you hunt: Artist Residence in Penzance is a funky, boho revamp of a Georgian townhouse on arty Chapel Street. Doubles from £149 (01736 365664, artistresidence.co.uk). c o a s t ma g a z i n e .co.uk

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From its waterfront boatyards, head uphill to the high street to discover a tight-knit community of mostly Georgian houses, a clock tower and independent shops (think galleries, vintage and potential).

Home to the University of Exeter’s Penryn campus and ripe for town-centre regeneration, it can only be a matter of time before prices start to rise.

Average house price: £275,731. Two-bed cottages sell for around £230,000.

Estate agent: Miller Countrywide (01326 460024, millercountrywide.co.uk).

Where to stay while you hunt: On the Penryn side of Falmouth, the Star & Garter (right) offers three stunning waterside apartments. From £100 a night (01326 761441, starandgarterfalmouth.co.uk).

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This achingly pretty village on the west coast of the south Cornwall peninsula has its fair share of millionaire properties, however prices are a shade below average for the Lizard and, for family buyers with an eye on education, it might be worth pushing the boat out. Mullion School (for 11-16-year-olds) is deemed Outstanding by Ofsted, while the Community College in Helston (the nearest town) is rated Good. Plus, you get two villages in one: Mullion and the National Trust’s craggy little harbour at Mullion Cove are less than a mile apart.

Average price: £339,843. A five-bedroom detached home recently sold for £555,000.

Estate agent: Bradleys (01326 564321, bradleys-estateagents.co.uk).

Where to stay while you hunt: A stylish three-bedroom cottage-by-the-sea, Mill Cottage (right) at Mullion Cove is offered by Cornish Gems, from £1,459 per week (01872 218150, cornishgems.com).

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In spirit, Bude is rather like Newquay – and it certainly has its fair share of epic beaches – though it’s a little harder to get to, the demographic is a little older and the pace of life is a tad slower. But that’s part of the appeal: Bude has the air of a proper old-fashioned town (a cinema, a department store, seawater pools and canal-side walks).

Only four miles from the Devon border, it also has access to some of the most spectacular scenery on Cornwall’s Atlantic coast. Prices are on the rise, but there is still scope to buy a home on a budget especially in the town’s village suburbs (Stratton or Poughill).

Average price: £353,501. Three-bedroom houses start at around £240,000.

Estate agent: Kivells (01288 359999, kivells.com).

Where to stay: The Beach at Bude, a boutique hotel overlooking Summerleaze Beach with rooms from £125 (01288 389800, thebeachatbude.co.uk).

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FOR A CITY FIX SALTASH, TAMAR VALLEY

Set between the seaside and the city, this little-known Cornish-border town offers a best-of-both-worlds scenario.

On the banks of the Tamar Estuary, where the iconic rail and road bridges cross the river into Devon, it’s just a hop into Plymouth or a short drive to the beaches at Cornwall’s Whitsand Bay. On hilly streets that slip down to the waterfront (sailing is a big thing here), many of the houses look across the estuary towards Plymouth Sound. The town’s railway station is on the mainline Paddington to Penzance route and house prices are well below the Cornish average.

Average price: £277,744. A three-bed penthouse apartment (pictured) was recently offered at £375,000.

Estate agent: Martin & Co (01752 255255, martinco.com).

Where to stay while you hunt: At nearby St Germans (six minutes by train), Railholiday offers a choice of restored vintage railway carriages for self-catering, family breaks from £420 (01503 230783, railholiday.co.uk).

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BEACH BREAK PORTREATH, NORTH COAST

Portreath was once an industrial port serving the copper mines around Camborne; now the harbour wall makes a handy beach break for serious surfers, the old mineral tramline has been turned into a cycle path, and its glorious sandy beaches are popular with families. Prices have risen sharply over the last year, but it’s still cheaper than, say, Polzeath. With three pubs and a handful of shops, Portreath has good local facilities and, for commuters, it’s only three miles from the mainline train station at Redruth, or a 30-minute drive to Truro – for County Council offices and Cornwall’s only city hospital.

Average price: £300,612.

Estate agent: Lillicrap Chilcott (01872 273473, lillicrapchilcott.com).

Where to stay while you hunt: The Copper House eco B&B has two luxury rooms in a new-build house, from £120 a night (01209 843283, copperhouseportreath.co.uk). c o a s t ma g a z i n e .co.uk

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THE WILD WEST ST JUST, PENWITH

The largest of a string of villages set between the rugged Land’s End coastline and Penwith Moor, St Just is about as far west as you can get: a place of history, folklore, World Heritage mining sites (Geevor, Botallack or Levant) and wild walks to rocky beaches. A little remote for some, it’s a work-from-home kind of place with good local shops, schools and some fine houses. In recent years, the area has become a magnet for artists (priced out of St Ives or Penzance, both only 15 miles away), and the landscapes are among the most dramatic in Cornwall.

Average price: £256,144. A six-bedroom Georgian house recently sold for £290,000.

Estate agent: Kerb Appealz (01736 332076, kerbappealz.co.uk).

Where to stay while you hunt: Short breaks in a two-bedroom cottage at nearby Pendeen Lighthouse start at £352 (01386 897805, ruralretreats.co.uk).

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FOR REGENERATION HAYLE, ST IVES BAY

If you can’t afford pricey St Ives, head across the river to Hayle. The seaside town is a curious mix of holiday parks and industrial heritage (a legacy of foundries, shipping and copper smelting makes it a key component of the Cornish Mining World Heritage Site), but its beaches are among the best in Cornwall – and property is literally half the price.

Ongoing regeneration developments include the North Quay’s live-work ‘coastal quarter’ with waterside homes and apartments, shops, restaurants and creative workspaces. An established Business Park puts an emphasis on marine renewables (like wave power) and there’s a handy station at nearby St Erth (only 15 minutes to St Ives).

Average price: £265,173. A fourbedroom Victorian townhouse recently sold for £325,000.

Estate agent: Millerson (01736 754115, millerson.com).

Where to stay while you hunt: The Penellen B&B has double and family rooms metres from Riviere Towans beach, from £95 a night (01736 753777, bedandbreakfasthotelcornwall.co.uk).

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SELLING HOMES TH AT FULFIL Y OU R LI FE STYLE

DOWNDERRY, CORNWALL - Come and live the Beach Life on the Glorious Cornish Riviera - In a prized and rarely available beachfront location a detached south facing house offering spacious accommodation, set within 0.5 acre of level gardens with direct beach access and commanding an outstanding 180 degree panorama over the sheltered waters of Whitsand and Looe Bay with the Eddystone Lighthouse on the horizon. About 3964 sq ft, Reception Hall, 19’ Sitting Room, 27’ Sun Room, 24’ Kitchen, 29’ Dining Room, 22’ Games Room, Luxury Master Bedroom Suite with Dressing Room, Ensuite and Balcony, 5 Further Bedrooms, Private Level Driveway Parking, Garage, Private Steps to Beach, Solar PV. EPC – D. GUIDE £1,750,000

DOWNDERRY, CORNWALL - No. 5, DOWNDERRY HEIGHTS - An exclusive development of just seven cutting-edge, sustainable detached houses of exceptional quality, architect-designed to capitalise on the stunning sea views with each property commanding an extraordinary panorama over the azure waters of Whitsand and Looe Bays. Houses 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 - Reserved.

ONLY HOUSES 5 and 7 REMAINING. EPC – B. £1,195,000 COASTAL SOUTH EAST CORNWALL IS AN OFTEN OVERLOOKED PART OF THE CORNISH RIVIERA, KNOWN TO SOME AS “THE FORGOTTEN CORNER”. COME AND DISCOVER YOUR FAVOURITE PART OF OUR WONDERFULLY IDYLLIC COASTLINE. From the rugged and romantic moorland of Bodmin Moor and the verdant valleys of the Rivers Tamar and Fowey to the beautiful coastline of the Cornish Riviera, our experience and depth of knowledge provides clients and buyers alike with an estate agency experience which breaks with tradition, we provide candid opinion and fresh-faced enthusiasm for our property stock and our location.

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David Ball Luxury is very proud to announce the sale of this newly constructed and totally bespoke one of a kind, upgraded, exquisite coastal home.

Occupying an elevated position perched above the mouth of the River Gannel tidal estuary is this stunningly presented executive family home.

The property itself was constructed back in 2020 by a renowned local Cornish developer.

The versatile family accommodation is spread over three floors with Porcelanosa flooring throughout.

Feature balconies and patios frame the breathtaking view from each and every floor.

The top fl oor frameless glass balcony welcomes in the sea breeze and is the perfect spot to unwind and take in the magical sunsets.

Nothing has been overlooked in this property’s design even down to the hardwired integrated celling speakers. The open plan kitchen/living area is slick

and stylish and centres around the beautiful bespoke kitchen where you will find integrated Miele top of the range appliances.

The principal bedroom is located across the whole of the top floor featuring a full-length balcony complimenting this beautiful facility allowing you to make the most of the spectacular views and surroundings not forgetting the large custom-built walk-in wardrobe and the stunning ensuite with superior sanitary ware.

Externally there is a large granite patio perfect for alfresco entertaining as well as an unusually large, private, and sunny lawn. Completing this beautiful family home is a large garage and gymnasium/sun lounge giving you a lifestyle opportunity close to the water’s edge that most can only dream of. £POA | FREEHOLD | NO.12 | INNER TIDE LANE | NEWQUAY | TR7 2LL

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HOMES to buy in CORNWALL

From a handsome home in Falmouth to a thatched cottage on the Lizard, here’s our pick of the latest properties for sale by the sea COMPILED BY ALICE WESTGATE

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PROPERTY OF THE MONTH FALMOUTH £1,600,000

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FALMOUTH £1,600,000 Previous page: Great views across Falmouth Bay are guaranteed from Chy Wyn, near Gyllyngvase beach. This recently updated house has three bedrooms and a large first-floor balcony, plus private gardens and lots of room for boat storage.

Rohrs & Rowe (01872 306360, rohrsandrowe.co.uk).

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PORT ISAAC £490,000 You’ll love the far-reaching coast and country views from the elevated position of Cribba Cottage, a three-bedroom property with a large sun terrace that leads out of its open-plan kitchen/dining room.

John Bray & Partners (01208 862601, johnbraysales.co.uk).

RETALLACK £525,000 Part of Retallack Resort & Spa, this barn-style holiday home has four bedrooms, a designer interior

ST IVES £850,000 Perfectly placed for sandy Porthmeor beach and the buzzy harbourside, Sandpiper is a three-storey terraced house with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, parking and a garden that is ideal for outdoor entertaining.

Lillicrap Chilcott (01872 273473, lillicrapchilcott.com).

PENDOGGETT £250,000 Your chance to buy The Cottage, a pretty slate-hung

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terraced house in the heart of this village near Port Isaac. In need of restoration, it has two bedrooms, a sitting room with a wood-burning stove and lots of character features including exposed beams and a slate-flagged floor. John Bray & Partners (01208 862601, johnbraysales.co.uk).

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shower rooms. Bradleys (01736 793300, bradleys.co.uk).

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CADGWITH £875,000 These two 17th-century Grade II-listed thatched cottages are moments from the fishing cove. The Kiddleywink has two bedrooms and a workshop, while one-bedroom Old Dolphin Cottage sits above a former pilchard cellar.

Christophers (01326 565566, christophers.uk.com).

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GORRAN HAVEN £395,000 Next to Hemmick Beach, The Seaspray is a brand-new holiday lodge that sleeps seven in three

If you’d like to advertise your property for sale in coast, contact Zara Mehmet on 07415 325673 or email zara.mehmet@ kelsey.co.uk.

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VERYAN £675,000 There’s loads of character at Chyrond, a cob-and-thatch roundhouse near several lovely beaches on the Roseland peninsula. For sale for the first time in 50 years, it has three bedrooms and a cottage-style garden. Lillicrap Chilcott (01872 273473, lillicrapchilcott.com). c o a s t ma g a z i n e .co.uk

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A STUNNING NEW DEVELOPMENT OF 10 L U X U RY 4 B E D R O O M D E TAC H E D H O U S E S We’re taking our signature Stephens + Stephens’ style down south with the launch of Southshore in desirable (yet lesser known) coastal destination, Seaton in Cornwall.

COMPLETING SPRING 2023

An area known for its calmer sheltered waters, wild and wonderful landscapes, and boundless opportunities for leisure. Seaton has all of this in spades, its waters favoured by those with a penchant for sailing, wild swimming, paddle boarding amongst other water and land-based recreational fun.

And now, brand new for spring 2023, Southshore provides the ultimate opportunity for escapism as well as a new level of luxury…

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MAKING the MOVE

Many of us aspire to live by the sea and in the next pages we give you the information you need to make that dream a reality WORDS CAROLINE WHEATER

THE FUTURE’S BRIGHT As degree students look for lasting value from their investment, courses with a practical bent are becoming popular.

At Northumbria University in Newcastle, BSc graduates in Real Estate are in high demand, regionally and nationally.

Accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, the course teaches students how to buy, sell, value, manage and develop property as a career and arranges long placements with leading regional firms. After a placement year with Bradley Hall Chartered Surveyors and Estate Agents, graduates Matthew Jackson and Oliver Bartles-Smith have been appointed assistant surveyors at the company. ‘The university gave me the best experience I could hope for, ensuring we were as prepared as possible for our future careers,’ says Matthew (left).

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The Cornish property developer, Legacy, has come up trumps at the prestigious UK Property Awards 2021/2022, winning the accolade for best residential development in Cornwall for Woodlands on the Gannel Estuary in Newquay. Each of the 10-strong collection of four and five bedroom homes have stunning views across the estuary and down onto Crantock Beach. Winners at the UK Property Awards are judged for design, quality, service, innovation, originality, energy efficiency and

commitment to sustainability by an independent panel of more than 80 industry experts. To find out more about Legacy’s latest seaside projects, browse legacyproperties. co.uk.

CARBIS BAY VIEWS Thinking of investing in a super-comfy Cornish seaside escape? Apartments at Oceanview all have beautiful views over Carbis Bay, the Blue Flag beach that played host to the G7 last June, and are a stroll away along the clifftops from St Ives. All 37 apartments have two or three bedrooms, sea-view balconies or terraces, an allocated parking space, and use of the landscaped communal grounds. Plus, residents are a stone’s throw from the Carbis Bay Hotel, with its top-notch bars, restaurants and C Bay Spa. Prices from £750,000 up to £3m; find out more at derringtoncollection.com.

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5, Radio Station House Castlehaven Lane, Niton, Isle of Wight

Dating back to 1901 and situated in an enviable coastal setting, this characterful period property, complete with a self-contained annexe, offers flexible living accommodation and commands magnificent sea views.

* Semi-detached Victorian property with an annexe * Spectacular, panoramic sea views * Idyllic location on the south coast * Unspoilt, rugged coastline on the doorstep * Local amenities, schools, and village nearby * Beautifully established garden with sun terrace * Private driveway parking beneath a carport * See full details at www.susanpayneproperty.co.uk

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Lydstep, Tenby SA70 7SG Relax, explore and play at a holiday resort on the Pembrokeshire Coast with 30 cosy cottages, an onsite restaurant, Elemis Premier Spa, golf course, indoor swimming pool and much more. Dog-friendly cottages available. 2022 short stays starting from just £260, book with just a 10% deposit.

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HOMES to buy BESIDE the SEA

From a waterside house in Scotland to a beachfront villa in East Sussex, here’s our pick of the latest properties for sale by the sea COMPILED BY ALICE WESTGATE

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PROPERTY OF THE MONTH DUNBEG, ARGYLL & BUTE £650,000

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DUNBEG, ARGYLL & BUTE £650,000 Previous page: Tighnamara is a large family house in a dreamy spot four miles from the town of Oban. The main property has five bedrooms but there’s also an attached self-catering cottage with two double rooms that offers huge scope to the new owner.

Bell Ingram (01631 567791, bellingram.co.uk).

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WATERLOO, MERSEYSIDE £599,950 No 18 Adelaide Terrace is a Grade II-listed family home that makes the most of fabulous sea views and stunning sunsets. As well as six bedrooms, there’s a large garden and many original features, all within a short stroll of the beach, marina and watersports centre.

Michael Moon (0151 9241000, michaelmoon.co.uk).

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RYDE, ISLE OF WIGHT £435,000 Immaculate No 22 Spencer Park is

a three-bedroom new-build in a sought-after spot between the fairways of Ryde Golf Club and an ancient coastal woodland. Sandy beaches, excellent schools and the high-speed mainland ferry link are all nearby. Susan Payne Property (01983 566244, susanpayneproperty.co.uk).

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SALCOMBE, DEVON £3,850,000 Beach House is a stunning oak-framed property just a stone’s throw from North Sands. It has four bedrooms, a large balcony, a tropical-style garden and plenty of room for boat storage and cars.

Marchand Petit (01548 844473, marchandpetit.co.uk).

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Caldwells (01590 675875, caldwells.uk.com).

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Bright & Bright (01304 374071, brightandbright.co.uk).

across Rye Bay and the English Channel. Phillips & Stubbs (01797 227338, phillipsandstubbs.co.uk).

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EYEMOUTH, SCOTTISH BORDERS £250,000 Built during the reign of George III, this handsome detached stone house sits in a prime waterfront position on the banks of the Eye Water. Currently divided into three apartments, it could become a series of holiday lets or be reunited to make one six-bedroom family home. Rettie & Co (01289 305158, rettie.co.uk).

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DEAL, KENT £615,000 Tucked in a quiet spot behind the castle, No 2 Ravenscourt Road

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BISHOPSTEIGNTON, DEVON £525,000 An elevated position gives Mount Radford lovely sea and estuary views. This detached period property, which has been beautifully refurbished, has three bedrooms and a lovely garden with an outdoor kitchen and terrace.

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WOODBRIDGE Aboard his boat Luna, coastal explorer William Thomson continues coast’s sailing tour of classic British harbours, this month anchoring up at tranquil and tidal Woodbridge, close to Felixstowe in Suffolk

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ABOVE William Thomson FRGS is author/illustrator of The Book of Tides and founder of Tidal Compass (tidalcompass.com)

adventure We Didn’t Mean to Go to Sea, which was set locally.

The powerful tides in the Deben do not only affect adventures; they have played an important part in industry too. Over 850 years ago a tide mill was built in Woodbridge that still operates today, producing flour from the power of the tide, supplying it to local restaurants.

The concept of the mill is simple; when the tide rises in the river it fills a pond attached to the mill. At high water, gates to the pond are closed and the level stays topped up while the river drops with the ebb tide. When there is a suitable height difference between the two bodies of water, the pond gate is opened and water pours down into the river – via the mill. This spins the wheel and powers the process. While this technology is ancient, it is also timeless; modern tidal energy projects around the world utilise the same principles.

However, instead of spinning old wooden wheels, they have hydroelectric turbines generating

renewable electricity to power our phones, houses, cars, even boats.

To get a sense of how long the mill has been harnessing the tide, it was built soon after William the Conqueror was king and started operating 300 years before the Spanish Armada attempted to invade England. The historical significance of Woodbridge goes back even further; just across the River Deben is the medieval Royal Burial Ground of Sutton Hoo, one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of all time.

Oars may have been replaced by engines, but the tide still governs river travel just like it did back then. Even if our outboards can overpower the tide, the soulful seafarer always plans journeys to ‘go with the flow’ – partly because it increases efficiency, but also because it gives you a connection with the natural world and, in a place like Woodbridge, it bonds you with the generations of mariners who came before us, and those who will follow in our wake.

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fter the hustle and bustle of Brighton last month, we are off in search of peace and quiet along East Anglia’s tranquil waterways.

Our exact destination is the small town of Woodbridge, on the banks of the River Deben that spills out into the North Sea just north of Felixstowe. Because the harbour is eight nautical miles upriver, it is so well protected from the sea that ‘swell’ becomes a distant memory, regardless of which way or how strong the wind is blowing. Despite its inland location, you cannot completely switch off from the power of the sea; on the flood tide (when the tide is rising), water is pushed upriver with enough force to impede many an attempt to reach the river mouth. Instead, you must wait for the ebb, which starts soon after High Water and results in the tidal streams combining with the natural flow of the river to swoosh you out to sea at tremendous speed, no doubt a phenomena that inspired the Swallows and Amazons

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WAITING FOR YOUR TIDE 12 HOURS IN WOODBRIDGE You’ve got 12 hours until a favourable tide pushes you along the coast. Here’s how to make the most of that time…

COFFEE CARAVAN CAFÉ Overlooking the houseboats in Woodbridge, the Caravan café is a fun little place, raised up on blocks to protect it from high tides.

I loved being nestled up against the window, filling up on a big breakfast and coffee, watching the world go by as the boats started to sit in the mud with the ebb tide. (@caravancafewoodbridge)

CULTURE THE LONGSHED The Longshed on Woodbridge riverside is home to the building of a full-size reconstruction of the 90ft-long Sutton Hoo Anglo-Saxon burial ship. Visit the project to appreciate the immensity of scale and fascinating construction techniques used over 1,000 years ago on this historical ship! (woodbridgeriversidetrust.org, @woodbridgeriversidetrust)

EAT BOATHOUSE KITCHEN Nestled in the same tastefully modern building complex as the Longshed, the Boathouse Kitchen and Bar provides a welcoming atmosphere on the riverside, with a cosmopolitan menu that includes gourmet and vegan burgers, burritos and locally caught fresh fish (theboathousewoodbridge.co.uk, @theboathousewoodbridge)

MUSEUM WOODBRIDGE TIDE MILL Woodbridge Tide Mill was built more than 850 years ago and still commercially produces flour from the power of the tide, supplying local restaurants. The mill is also open as a museum to visitors – but make sure you time it for the right tide to see the wheel in action! (woodbridgetidemill.org.uk, @woodbridgetidemill)

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WAITING FOR YOUR WIND 48 HOURS IN WOODBRIDGE With an easterly wind blowing a sea fog onto the coast, we play it safe and stay within the confines of East Anglia’s sheltered waterways for a couple more days. While fog happens everywhere, it is particularly prevalent along Britain’s east coast because of a quirk in geography.

To best understand why, it helps to start at the beginning. What is fog and what makes it? Fog is essentially the same as mist, but mist becomes fog when visibility drops below 1,000m. Both happen when water vapour in the air cools to its ‘dew point’ and condenses into water droplets.

The reason this happens a lot along the east coast is because in the spring and summer, water in the North Sea is 1-2 degrees warmer than along the coast so when there is a wind from the east, it blows warmer air from the North Sea over the cooler coastal waters, where it condenses into fog. While you might think a strong wind will blow away the fog, it actually does the opposite – a 15-knot easterly wind will ‘feed the fog’ and provide a constant stream of warm air to cool along the coast. So, to get out to sea safely we need to wait for the wind to either drop or change direction.

Luckily, there’s a lot to explore around Woodbridge while waiting for wind. If you have not yet watched the film The Dig, Sutton Hoo is home to a series of

mounds into which a 6th-century AngloSaxon longship, packed with treasure, was buried. When Basil Brown started excavating the site in 1939 nobody knew what to expect; what he found was the shape of a vast longship imprinted in the soil. While the wood rotted long ago, measurements were taken and at the Longshed in Woodbridge (opposite) a project is under way to build a replica.

You can visit the Longshed to watch the build and when the boat is complete you will even be able to go out on it on the river and perhaps further afield – after all, many longships plied the North Sea to Scandinavia and back.

In the meantime, you can enjoy a day trip on the nearby River Orwell aboard the Nancy Blackett, a 1931 cruising yacht that once belonged to Swallows and Amazons author Arthur Ransome. In 1935, Ransome moved to the area and purchased the vessel to do some sea sailing. Following what seems a local tradition of bringing old boats back to life, the Nancy Blackett (opposite, top) was found near-derelict in Scarborough in 1988 and returned to East Anglia where she was lovingly restored by The Nancy Blackett Trust.

She now winters in Woodbridge and plies the Orwell in the summer, ready for your visit – just watch out for the ebb tide and those easterly winds!

TIDE SCHOOL Boost your knowledge of the sea and enhance your safety and performance by signing up to William’s online Tide School www.tide-school.com

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Discover how to enjoy a Riviera lifestyle without leaving the UK with the latest news on boating, berthing, seaside homes and harbour developments WORDS CAROLINE WHEATER

SEA BENEFITS

The clink of halyards on masts, tea onboard in the early morning sunshine, wine as you watch the sun go down – sailing is a wonderful way to explore the British coastline. MDL Marinas owns a string of marinas along the south coast, including Torquay, Hamble Point and Ocean Village (below). Take up an annual berthing package and you’ll automatically join Otium, MDL’s member rewards scheme, saving up to 17.5% on fuel and 22% on boatyard services. A Platinum Plus Otium berthing package also includes complimentary overnight stays at any of MDL’s 18 UK marinas, making cruising holidays even simpler to organise. Find out more at mdlmarinas.co.uk/berthing.

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A £2m redevelopment has enriched Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour (above & right) on the Beaulieu River, an idyllic location linking the Solent with the New Forest. Privately owned by the Montagu family – of National Motor Museum fame – and founded half a century ago, the marina now has 66 new berths, including larger berths to suit vessels of up to 20m, plus more walk-ashore pontoons and improved facilities such as upgraded WiFi and a new visitor area. The update was overseen by design consultancy Marina Projects, whose aim was to retain the traditional look and feel of the original marina, while introducing the best of modern design (beaulieuriver.co.uk). c o a s t ma g a z i n e .co.uk

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If there’s anything more joyful than making a visit to the coast in any season, it has to be heading there with your beloved dog DOG-FRIENDLY PLACE TO STAY

Pentyak, Harlyn Bay, Cornwall Spectacular Pentyak is a family-friendly, dog-friendly, dream house with panoramic views over Harlyn Bay. It sleeps 12-14 in six bedrooms, has five bathrooms, a woodburner, a games room, floor-to-ceiling windows so you can drink in those glorious views, and a huge enclosed garden boasting a quirky treehouse. The beach is on the doorstep, the dog-friendly Cornish Arms is only a walk away, and foodie pretty Padstow just a short drive from here.

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DOGFATHER ON TOUR For the first time, dog owners will have the chance to seek advice in person from The Dogfather, Graeme Hall, star of Channel 5’s Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly, on his first UK tour, kicking off in April. A Master Dog Trainer with more than 10 years’ experience, his show will feature tricks, memories, surprises and a Q&A session. Find him in Plymouth, Bournemouth, Portsmouth, Ipswich, Bridlington and Newcastle, and many more places all over the country. Tickets on sale at graemehalllive.com.

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KITTED OUT FOR ANYTHING Should your dog hurt itself while on a coastal adventure, you might find this Mountain Paws doggy first aid kit handy. Well equipped with everything from gloves and tick tweezers to emergency blankets and sterile eyewash pads, you’ll be prepared for a wide range of eventualities. The kit packs into a compact, waterresistant case with a belt loop and handle (£18, gooutdoors.co.uk).

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coast DOGS IN ASSOCIATION WITH FORTHGLADE A tasty and natural way to reward dogs for good behaviour are the Forthglade soft bite treats, in association with the National Trust. Two tempting recipes include Chicken with Duck, or Salmon with Herring. Available in resealable 90g pouches, RRP £1.95. Sales from the treats go toward the great work of the National Trust, including the Dogs Welcome project. For more information on the grain-free treats and the dog-friendly project, visit forthglade.com/dogswelcome.

DOG of the MONTH This is Woodstock, our handsome old boy, after enjoying cocktail sausages at Hengistbury Head and Mudeford for his 17th birthday. The day was all too exciting so he needed a few naps! Tanya Lee Email your coastal canine photographs to coast.copy@kelsey.co.uk.

CAPTAIN CANINE We love this Captain’s Wheel tug toy made from sustainable cotton rope – eco-friendly, nautical and fun (£15, doggysquad.store)

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Our ocean-loving readers share their news, views and photographs from all around the British Isles coastline I’D LOVE TO HEAR YOUR VIEWS! Please email me with your ideas, feedback, creative projects and reports of your coastal adventures at coast.ed@kelsey.co.uk.

MY COVER STORY

We were thrilled to be invited to join our old school friends on holiday in Tresco in the Isles of Scilly last Autumn and I took that month’s issue of coast with me to read in the evenings. Imagine my surprise and delight to find myself on the gorgeous beach featured on your cover! Thanks so much to all at coast for inspiring and informing our travels over many years.

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FEEL-GOOD GIFTS

I really enjoyed your recent feature ‘Giving Back To The Ocean’. I wanted to give my teenage nephews something meaningful for Christmas, that helps make a positive difference to our planet. It was great to find out about these conservation charities and the work they’re doing. I decided to buy membership to a beach clean society, plus some trendy hoodies made from recycled material, for them. It feels good to know I have supported these charities, rather than contributing to more landfill. Carol Williams

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WHAT YOU TWEETED… LOVE AND LOSS

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This photograph shows me, enjoying a donkey ride on Margate Beach in Kent in 1956. Rhoda

Eight years ago I had my letter published in coast about my dream of living by the seaside. Four years ago we managed to make the move to Northam in North Devon.

Sadly, my husband became ill and passed away just 10 months later. However, I don’t regret the move, and my cockapoo Lotti is a great comfort to me. Here she is enjoying the late afternoon sunshine on the beach in nearby Westward Ho! Denise Wood

@CornishSpliced 5 beaches, 10 mins sweep. Early walks around town. The views we see, and the beach rubbish we don’t. Takes @2minbeachclean to make so much difference @ncetours Good to see part of the @NorthCoast500 in @coastmag’s best coastal roads for a scenic road trip to remember – one certainly doesn’t forget the single-track Drumbeg Peninsula when you have done it!!!

The editor writes: So sorry for your loss Denise, hope you are finding the coast a help with healing. Best wishes from coast.

Contact us: email your coastal news, views and photographs to coast.ed@kelsey.co.uk

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Musical comedy act Flo & Joan, aka sisters Nicola and Rosie Dempsey, love to return to West Wittering where they spent childhood holidays INTERVIEW CAROLINE WHEATER

nice promenade where you can walk on steady ground and stare out to sea. We’ll walk for 20 minutes, then get ice cream and go to the penny slot machines.

Sometimes we stop and have tea and big wedges of cake at the Parade Tea Rooms on Southsea Common. We also go kayaking and paddleboarding with Auntie Rita and Uncle Tim at Hill Head beach in Fareham. It feels very comfortable and lovely to be there.

When we were young, the big trip was to West Wittering in Sussex (pictured), half an hour’s drive away. You’d pack up the cars to get there – parents, aunties and uncles, up to 10 cousins at its peak – then run around on the sandy beach and in the dunes and have a BBQ, it felt very outdoorsy. Now, we’re always travelling but whenever we’re gigging

near the coast we’ll go straight down to the sea – it’s like a palate cleanser, it regenerates you. Mostly, we tour in winter and spring so we’ve been blown off beaches everywhere from Jersey to Aberdeen, which was one of the coldest places we’ve ever visited. We went down to the beach during a big storm and felt like we were covered in icicles, so we retreated to the penny arcade. We love them – the weird songs the machines play, the smell of pennies on your fingers.

‘Sweet Release’, Flo & Joan’s 60-date UK show, begins at Poole’s Lighthouse on 2 Feb, and visits Portsmouth’s New Theatre Royal (5 Feb), Torquay’s Babbacombe Theatre (30 April), Aberdeen’s Lemon Tree (21 May) and Brighton’s Komedia (14-15 June). For full dates and tickets, visit floandjoan.com.

WEST WITTERING BEACH PHOTOGRAPH ALEX MANDERS/SHUTTERSTOCK FLO & JOAN PORTRAIT MATT CROCKETT

We grew up in Portsmouth and all of our family is still there. We live in London now but we enjoy going back.

Portsmouth is both a classic seaside resort with a busy seafront, arcades and a pier at Southsea, and a historic port city with the Mary Rose, HMS Warrior and HMS Victory on display at the Historic Dockyard. So, depending on your mood, you can be full-on fish and chips at the South Parade Pier or more pensive walking around old Portsmouth.

Southsea is our beach and, whenever we go home, we squeeze in a walk there with Mum. It’s a stony beach and not easy to walk along, but we always try to get down to the water. If not, there’s a

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