Padstow, with its fleet of trawlers, netters and crabbers and colourful harbour surrounded by pastel-washed medieval houses, is an example of what Cornwall does best - it's a working port which wears a holiday hat.

On May Day, Padstow, festooned with flags and flowers, heralds the coming of summer. The pagan 'Obby 'Oss is unleashed and the whole town drums with a carnival atmosphere from dawn to dusk. Chances are you'll bump into the cavorting beast as it wends its way through the revellers taking part in this ancient tradition.

The Camel Trail is a cycle path following the line of a disused railway, runs along the beautiful the Camel Estuary from Padstow the 6 miles to Wadebridge, and on, for the more adventurous, another 8 miles to Bodmin; and yet on again to the western edge of Bodmin Moor, the rugged heart of Cornwall. Left your bikes at home? No problem, there are several bike hire shops in Padstow from which to rent one.

For a big food shopping, there is a Tesco store in Padstow and the very nice Padstow Farm Shop also nearby.

More details about the area can be obtained from Padstow Tourist Information Centre.

52 Church Street, Padstow, Cornwall PL28 8BG
Telephone: 01841 533804 Mobile: 07792 555395