Newquay was originally a fishing port of Towan Bilstra before the new quay was built in the fifteenth century. Among other things the quay was used for the import and export of mined ore and coal and for many years the main industry was fishing for pilchards and salting. Although pilchard fishing died out years ago this fishing town still has a working harbour, although it’s hard against the big swells of the Atlantic, they still manage to get out when the weather is good.
Porth Beach is a great stretch of sandy beach just on the border of Newquay and just a short walk away is Watergate Bay. This beach is a popular family friendly beach ideal for children with a small stream running through the south side of the beach and at low tide rock pools to explore cornish marine life! Porth beach sits in a narrow valley with tall cliffs both sides making it very sheltered. Backing onto the beach is the Mermaid Inn with a beer garden that outlooks onto the beach and serving hot and cold food with beverages. Opposite this Inn are other food places and some clothing brands with coffee shops built into them.
Mallet’s Cottage is based in South East Cornwall in the beautiful location of the Roseland Peninsula. Mallet’s cottage is a mysterious abandoned hut along the south west coastal path where many walkers, hikers and runners enjoy a sit down and view across into the english channel. Mallet’s cottage, an old fishermans hut has also stood the test of time, standing tall since the 19th century and as you can imagine has seen many stormy days.
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