(EMAILWIRE.COM, April 05, 2012 ) Maryport, UK -- Situated on the North coast of Cornwall, Polzeath is a stunning beach village in one of the world's most well-known surfing destinations.
Explore Polzeath itself or take a trip to one of Cornwall's other gems, including Daymer Bay, St Minver and Trebetherick Ð all within walking distance of the village. A haven for surfing in Cornwall and all kinds of beach lovers, Polzeath attracts thousands of holidaymakers year after year.
Ideal for those looking to relax on the sand or enjoy water sports in the sea, Polzeath's beach is approximately 1,500 feet wide and extends to 1,200 feet from the seafront at low water. A safe spot for a family day out, the village's beach is regularly patrolled by lifeguards during the busy summer period.
Young children will love looking out for dolphins in the bay and the many species of birds along the coastline north of Polzeath. But there's much more to do than just spending the day getting a suntan at the beach. The friendly Cornish holiday destination offers a parade of shops catering to both residents and visitors.
Historically, Polzeath's mains shopping street was difficult to access; it wasnÕt until 1934 that a road bridge was provided for pedestrians. Before then the main street crossed the stream by the means of a long ford.
An old haunt of the late poet Laureate, Sir John Betjeman, Polzeath is celebrated in some of his verse. But if that wasn't enough, back in 1914 another poet Ð Laurence Binyon Ð wrote the Remembrance Day ode For the Fallen during World War I while sitting on The Rumps, situated at the north-east corner of Cornwall's Pentire Head.
Plus, fans of Enid Blyton's Famous Five series may even remember the book's central characters expressing their disappointment that their holiday will not be spent in Polzeath. Polzeath's charm is certainly far reaching Ð and itÕs not hard to see why!
With a small population of under 1,500, Polzeath is perfect for a relaxing break at any time of the year, though it's likely to be busy during hot summer days.
An adventure sports company, Cornish Rock Tors, specialises in coasteering, sea kayaking, rock climbing and powerboat tours and is loved by thrill seekers across the country. The perfect location to enjoy world-class outdoor experiences, Polzeath beach is the base for these popular days out Ð just look out for the stripy blue gazebo for more information about Cornish Rock Tours.
For those who love nothing more than a tasty meal, Polzeath's seaside eateries and restaurants offer something for everyone. And the really great thing about Polzeath is its close proximity to other beautiful Cornish towns. Anyone considering taking a holiday here will be spoiled for choice when it comes to filling their days with fun things to do. For more info, please visit http://www.hotel-cornwall.com/hotels-in-padstow/
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