Now, back in April I had a lot on my mind so it proved to be an ideal time to escape to; in my opinion one of the most peaceful and breathtaking places in the country. I have been lucky enough to visit this part of the west country five or six of times. With each visit, you are guaranteed to discover more and more of the peace and tranquility it holds.
Clovelly: Fishing Village
This quaint fishing village defiantly scores highly with its charming cobbled streets. Amidst clusters of daub cottages, among its steep main streets; sledges are commonly used to transport everyday things. This I feel highlights the villages great quaint character.
So...as if walking down the steep cobbled streets in dry weather didn't prove to be challenging enough...not only had we sheltered in the car for a least thirty minutes or so for the torrential rain to pass. But yes, me being me I wore highly inappropriate footwear (so FYI go for walking boots or wellies). Despite my cautious walk down to the harbour, I still managed to take in the striking sea views of the pier and disappearing coastline.
So...as if walking down the steep cobbled streets in dry weather didn't prove to be challenging enough...not only had we sheltered in the car for a least thirty minutes or so for the torrential rain to pass. But yes, me being me I wore highly inappropriate footwear (so FYI go for walking boots or wellies). Despite my cautious walk down to the harbour, I still managed to take in the striking sea views of the pier and disappearing coastline.
Well trekking down was one thing, back up was another story. So of course it would have been wrong not to stop in The New Inn Pub for some traditional beer.
ST. IVES: Exploring
St. Ives is renowned for its ever growing number of artists and commercial fishing harbour. Having visited Cornwall and Devon a number of times, believe it or not this was my first time in St. Ives. The majority of my time here was spent exploring the quaint back streets, and food stalls. First things first was to visit the popular 'harbour fish & chips'. |
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We spent the remainder of the afternoon wandering around the cosy alleyways, admiring all the beautiful quirky shops. I came across a rustic local farm and deli shop, which stood out from the crowd with its hand-drawn chalk blackboards, and pastoral cauliflower crates.
Situated next door was St Ives Bakery. This again caught my eye due to the simplicity of the chalkboards, and the huge mountain of homemade meringues overflowing in the window.
TRURO: ARCHETECTURE, SHOES, GIN & TONIC
Cornwall is renowned for its beautiful architecture and sculptured coastlines. Truro holds one of the most beautiful gothic cathedrals in England. It was built between 1880 - 1910 to an incredible Gothic Revival design. The magnificent spires soar heavenwards dominating the city skyline. Truro was on my 'to go to' list this time around, mainly as it is acclaimed for its beautiful architecture and famous Lemon Street, with its attractive Georgian design.
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Yes...a visit to Truro obviously resulted in some shopping too. So have a monochrome photo of stripes and leather sandals.
Evidently admiring stunning architecture and a quick shopping spree, concluded in an extremely cool cucumber gin and tonic...the photo says it all.
As a little family tradition, each time we venture down to the west country, we always visit Wadebridge The Regal Cinema. The cinema was originally knows as the 'Cinedrome' in the 1960s, and still holds great retro character and prices...I was amazed at the ticket price of only £2.80!!!
The cinema has two small screens, each showing alternate films. We watched 'The Water Diviner' which proved to miraculously hold my attention through out (which is saying something for me). Although what made the whole experience for me, was the intermission in-between, just like a theatre. In my personal opinion all cinemas should still be doing this. I loved the fact that the traditional ice cream and confectionary were bought around on retro trollies, with red and white striped umbrellas. Defiantly worth a visit.
MILFORD BOTANICAL GARDENS: Photo Diary
After a fabulous week of incredible views along with spectacular architecture, we stumbled across this hidden gem. Along the heartland Quay across the coastal path Concealed among the narrow roads of the Devonshire countryside, by complete accident we were led here to Docton Mill and Gardens. Doctor Mill is just down the stream from the famous Spekes Mill Mouth waterfall and beach cove.
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As if the Devonshire scenery wasn't stunning enough, we dropped in to the Milford tea room for the most dreamy Devon cream tea. However given that...I managed to miss an amazing food diary photo opportunity.
Sarah
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