Rock is the neighbouring town to Padstow, just across the Camel estuary. Rock got its name from a local quarry where rocks were used as ballast by ships that had unloaded the cargo at Padstow; this quarry has now been replaced as a car park. In recent years Rock has seen great investment brought into this small town, bringing all kinds of celebrities to buy second homes here including Royal Family members, and now Rock is often referred to as ‘Chelsea-on-Sea’ with there being multiple million-pound homes, villas, and apartments hidden amongst the trees on the edge of the cliffs.
Crantock Beach is a great expanse of beautiful golden sand situated between the Pentire and West Pentire headlands. At high tide the beach filters through making the Gannel Estuary which has diminished since it was previously a port. Crantock beach is a great place for the family with lots of space, generally calm seas and much of the beach backed by sand dunes protecting you from the off shore wind. At the south end of the beach are high cliffs providing even more shelter from the wind.
Unfortunately nature has taken Boscastle tidal pool back, in December 2023 a huge storm rolled in with big swell and destroyed the beautiful Boscastle Tidal Pool is located in North Cornwall situated in Boscastle town. This popular village in Cornwall attracts many with its mysterious charm and elegance about the place.
The Boscastle Tidal Pool is a hidden gem nestled in Boscastle cliffside. This natural sea pool invites wild swimmers and those looking for fun in the sun. Take a dive into the cold still waters of tranquility. This particular tidal pool is popular with families and couples alike with most action between the summer months but if you love a challenge then winter cold dip is the perfect seclusion away from the quant village of Boscastle.
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