‘Treasure Trails’ are pleased to announce the launch of their latest trail.

Just 2 years after the flood that devastated Boscastle, Steve and Teresa Ridd have produced a trail that is a little different from their normal murder mystery tours to offer something special that reflects Boscastle and its unique history

‘Boscastle is a beautiful place in a stunning part of the County.’ says Steve, Treasure Trails Managing Director.  ‘The recovery work that has been done here since August 2004 is amazing.’

The new Trail, the 48^th in the Treasure Trails catalogue, takes people around the medieval harbour and up into the surrounding hills, finding clues to the location of a hidden treasure on a mysterious Caribbean island.

‘The trail is one of our more strenuous,’ remarked Teresa, ‘but we wanted to show people both sides of Boscastle – not just the harbour area.’

Treasure Trails were delighted to be invited to take part in the Boscastle Food, Arts and Crafts Festival and will launch the new trail at the Festival on Saturday 7^th and Sunday 8^th October.

Steve and Teresa Ridd can be contacted for more information on 01726 884604 or by email info@treasuretrails.co.uk

St Ives is a delightful seaside town and in the Penwith district of Cornwall. The town lies north of Panzance and west of Camborne in Carbis bay. In the early days the town was funded by a commercial fishing fleet, using the harbor to land the catch. The town is now primarily a holiday resort and has a range of shops and attractions for the tourist.

St Ives is named due to arrival of the Irish Saint Ia, in the 5th Century AD. The parish church in St Ives still bearing the name of this Saint, the name St Ives itself is believed to be a later twist on the name.

St Ives was connected with a railway in 1887, the Bay branch line from St Erth. The early passengers where Victorian seaside holidaymakers. The railway line has become an attraction its self and is enjoyed by hundreds each year.

A celebration of in St Ives is its feast which is a celebration of the founding of St Ives by St Ia and takes place on the Sunday and Monday nearest February 3rd every year. The day itself includes a civic procession to Venton Ia or the well of St Ia and other associated actvities however, it is most notable for being one of the 2 surviving examples of cornish hurling. Another festival is the St Ives May Day which is a modern revival of May Day Customs that were at one time common throughout the west of Cornwall.

St Ives also enjoys a very lively New Years Eve celebration, with people coming from all over the country to take part in the street party and to watch the New Year in with a grand firework display from the harbor wall.

St Ives Attractions

Tate Gallery St. Ives, St Ives Museum and gallery that features a collection of St. Ives paintings and sculpture from 1925-1975.

Barbara Hepworth Museum - Arranged in the house and garden are sculptures by Barbara Hepworth, one of the foremost sculptors of her time. Also on display are photographs, letters and catalogues relating to Hepworth’s art.

St. Ives Museum - A unique collection of art, blacksmiths, Cornish kitchen, farming, fishing, geology, Hain Steamship Company, lifeboat, mining, photography, railway and toys.

Useful contacts

St Ives Tourist Information Centre, The Guildhall, Street-An-Pol, St. Ives, Cornwall, TR26 2DS. Tel: 01736 796297.

Padstow holiday Accommodation

Padstow is located on the North Cornwall coast line and offers easy acess to cliff walks , sandy beaches, smuggelers coves and outstanding countryside. A fishing port focused on its harbour and daily catches of fresh fish are what has made this town. Small fishing cottages on narrow winding lanes creates the charm of Padstow. An ideal center for walking, fishing, family or sight seeing holidyas.

Eating out in Padstow is a delight with a collection of eateries to suite most pockets. Being the home of Rick Steins SEAFOOD RESTAURANT and his other outlets all serving tastey, fresh produce you can expect quality cusine. There are also a selection of quality Cafe’s, Pubs and takeways enjoying far reaching views of the sea.

While looking at the shops you might notice there is a rich history to discover. A small museum follows the long history of the town dating back to 2500 BC and you can explore ancient burial chambers at Harlyn Bay and left overs from settlers from Brittany and the arrival of St Petroc and his effect on the town.

The first of May sees the town come alive with the Obby Oss, celebrating the comming of spring with dancing and decorations of spring blooms. This starts early morning and carries on through the day, with onlookers crowed around to view this traditional event and here the words,

Unite and unite let us all unite,
For summer is acome unto day,
And whither we are going we will all unite,
In the merry morning of May.

Padstow Attractions

Camel trail The Camel Trail, a disused and resurfaced railway line, runs from Padstow to Poleys Bridge via Wadebridge and Bodmin. It follows the route of the river Camel and you can walk, cycle, ride horses or just sit and watch the abundant wild life.

Rick Stein Rick Stein’s restaurant, cafe, deli, hotel and Seafood Cookery School. Information, images and seafood recipes plus his Food Heroes directory.

Useful contacts

Padstow TIC Red Brick Building North Quay 01841 533449 padstowtic@visit.org.uk

Mousehole Holiday accommodation

Mousehole is located in Mount’s Bay to the west of Newlyn in Cornwall. And has one of the most delightful harbours in the area. Destroyed by the Spanish in 1595 with the only surviving building being the Keigwin Arms public house. There is a plaque on the property stating Squire Jenkyn Keigwin was killed here 23RD July 1595 defending this house against the Spaniards.

Primarly a tourist area now Mousehole enjoys a range of festivals and is renowned for its Christmas lights, raising money for charities with donations towards the lights. Since the Penlee lifeboat disaster the lights have been turned on on 19th December in the memory of the brave crew who lost their lifes on a rescue attempt, god bless them. The dish “stary gazey pie” with the heads of the fish sticking out of the crust was created from the celebration of Tom Bawdocks Eve held on the 23rd of December, marking the end of a famine in the 16th Century.

The village of Mousehole is built on a hillside, with narrow winding roads and traditional cottages lining the streets, facing out towards Mounts Bay and the Lizard beyond. The harbour is full of small craft and is the hub of the village. There are some lovely places to eat, from high quality dining to cafes over looking the sea.

Mousehole attractions

Mousehole bird hospital Founded 1928, there is a bird hospital as well as a sanctuary. The site is open daily to visitors

Hayle is located in the west of Cornwall on the north coast near St Ives in the same bay nested around the Hayle Estuary. The town is relativly young dating back to the 18th century. Bronze age people lived in the area using the estuary as a source of food and finding shelter. At Carnsew pool there is evidence of an Iron age fort on the hill. Hayle was built on the exportation of tin with the early travelers of the world. it is als thought that St Uny church at lelant, on the edge of Hayle was built over a Roman fort.

Hayle Estuary is a haven for bird spotters, with a wide range of species being seen on the flats of the estuary and shore line. There is a range of flora and fauna to be seen in the area including a great deal of marine life. I often see seals in the area while walking the beaches. Fishing is good in the Hayle area with a range of species to be caught including Mullet, Bream, flatties and Bass. There are some great walks around the coast line and estuary side.

The coast line at Hayle is good for water sports but care must be taken as the water on a falling tide creates some very strong currents. The beaches are golden sand and at low water the beaches are huge, creating safe areas for land boarding and buggying. It is also a popular destination for surfers in the right conditions and Kite surfing, as the water is shallow.

Hayle Attractions

Paradise Park Collection of rare and endangered parrots plus miniature railway, gardens and house. Includes conservation, news, history, adoptions and visitor

Useful contacts

Hayle TIC Lethlean Lane Hayle Cornwall TR22 5AW 01736 754399

Low fares regional airline Air Southwest has teamed up with Cornwall’s Eden Project to offer free entry to the world-famous attraction.

Customers flying from Jersey to Plymouth between October 1 2006 and March 31 2007 can claim one of 100 free entry tickets to Eden per booking.

Tickets are available on a first come, first serve basis at www.airsouthwest.com/eden. Claims must be lodged within 24 hours of making a flight booking and are only available via the website.

Mike Coombes, general manager commercial at Air Southwest, said: “The Eden Project is a fantastic year-round attraction and one of the most popular in the country so we’re delighted to be launching this exclusive offer for Jersey residents.

“Air Southwest offers fast and frequent flights from Jersey to Plymouth, and with fares starting from just £33 including taxes it’s never been easier to explore everything that Devon and Cornwall have to offer.”

The Autumn Mind Body Spirit Fayre at Chacewater Village Hall, Handmade Crafts, Relax with a taster session with one of our many Complementary Therapists or have a reading with one of our Clairvoyants…..All in aid of The Sepilok Orangutan Appeal.

Are you mad about cycling? Recent studies show that you are not alone. In fact, cycling is becoming increasingly popular in the UK, with Cornwall being named as one of the most idyllic places to experience a cycling holiday. So, why are so many people taking to two wheels?

The most obvious answer that springs to mind is that people are cycling to keep fit and help the environment. A closer look, however, reveals something else: an increase in cycleways and routes. Over the last decade people and charities alike have been working hard to ensure that Britain become a cycle-friendly nation. Not only providing cycle lanes that run alongside roads but also traffic free cycleways. One of the most well-loved cycleways which has come to life in the last few years is the Camel Trail in Cornwall.

The British countryside certainly doesn’t get much more breathtaking than the wonderful Cornish landscape and the Camel Trail presents the perfect place to begin an exploration of the fruits Cornwall has to offer. The Camel Trail is a well-loved cycleway, which spans a wonderful piece of Cornish countryside over a distance of 17 miles from Padstow to Poleys Bridge. With approximately 350,000 users per year the Camel Trail is loved by locals and holidaymakers alike as an idyllic way to appreciate Cornish beauty at its best. Established as a cycleway in 2001, this cycleway follows the path of a disused railway line which was built in 1834 and linked London to the south west part of the country.

Cyclists who are intending to use The Camel Trail will find that they are able to hire their bikes from a variety of cycle shops along the cycleway and throughout the general area; including Padstow, Wadebridge and Bodmin. From this wonderful cycleway you will be able to discover a whole host of wildlife and enjoy the wonderful scenes as they unroll before your eyes. Furthermore, if you choose The Camel Trail for your cycling holiday in Cornwall you will have the time to explore all the little villages and towns along the way.

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Penzance Holiday rentals

Penzance is located in Mounts Bay and is known for the Penzance Pirates rugby club. Well known for St. Michael’s Mount. Only 10 miles from Lands End Penzance is full of Celtic history and surrounded by natural beauty. “Pen Sans” in the ancient Cornish language, meaning “Holy Headland” refers to the chapel built by early Christians over 1000 years ago. Penzance received Royal Charters for its harbour in 1512, for markets and fairs in 1592 and was formally incorporated by Royal Charter in 1614.

Set along the shore the town is the most westerly harbour on the English Channel and to this day is a very busy port, including fishing boats and a ferry to the Isles of Scilly

The town is well connected by Road and Rail, being on the end of the A30 and having a main line railway station as well as a busy coach station taking people to all corners of the UK

Penlee House Gallery and Museum outline the history of this part of Cornwall, there are 11 museums in the area. Shipwrecks and general maritime history are explained in the Maritime Museum as well as a Light House museum. The Mining history is preserved at Geevor Minning Museum on the out skirts of St Just, a short car journy form Penzance town.

Eating out in the town is a delight, with a large range of eateries including Chinese, Cantonese, Italian, Indian, Mongolian, French, Cornish and English. Fast food from kebab houses, chip shops, pasty shops, cafes and takeaways is plentiful. There are also alot of public houses in the town, allowing you to enjoy the evening atmosphere in traditional surroundings.

Penzance Attractions

Geevor Mine Closed as a working mine in 1990, it is now a preserved mining site and museum managed by Pendeen Community Heritage. Includes history

St Michael’s Mount Crowning an island off the coast of Cornwall is the home of the St Aubyn family, incorporating parts of the priory that once stood there.

Useful contacts

penzance TIC Station Approach Penzance TR18 2NF Tel: 01736 362207 Fax: 01736 363600 E-mail:pztic@penwith.gov.uk

Newquay Holiday Rentals 

Newquay is located on the atlantic coast of cornwall and is famed for its pounding swell which makes the waves surfed by thousands each year. The beaches of Fistral, Towan and lusty glaze are all well known and get very busy in the hot summer months.

The town has also become very alive at night, with a range of bars and clubs open until the early hours of the morning. With cafes and eateries (Jamie Oliver is set to open a branch of 15 in Watergate Bay) available at all times of the day to suite all pockets. Newquay is an ideal venue for all holiday makers, Newquay zoo has a wonderful collection of animals, all well cared for and for those who like sharks there is Blue Reef aquarium with its large collection of fish from around the world, including delightful seahorses.

Newquay airport is located to the South east of the town and currently provides flights to a wide range of destinations including the isles of Scilly. This facility also means you can acess the town from a range of UK towns, making short your journey.

Back in the 18th century Newquay was then known as Towan Bystra, but was renamed with the opening of a New Quay. The destination became very popular with the Victorians and there is still some impressive architecture from this era. Due to its long history of being a holiday resort Newquay has accommodation to offer for all occasions.

Newquay Attractions

Newquay has a range of local attractions for all weathers

Newquay Zoo Set in lush sub-tropical gardens this is the home of many of the world’s endangered species and has earned a reputation as one of the best wildlife parks in the country - and one of the most exciting days-out in the West-Country.

Blue Reef Aquarium Have a great family day out at Blue Reef Aquarium, the top tourist attraction loacted in Newquay

Cornwall’s Crealy for magical Maximum Fun and unforgettable adventures.

Reef Surf School a BSA approved school with experienced professional surfing instructors who are BSA qualified

Useful contacts

Newquay TIC Municipal Bldgs Marcus Hill 01637 854020 info@newquay.co.uk

Newquay Hospital,St. Thomas Road,Newquay,Cornwall,TR7 1RQ Tel: 01637 893600