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  Padstow - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Padstow (Cornish: Lannwedhenek) is a small town in the western reaches of the Bristol Channel on the north coast of Cornwall, United Kingdom, approximately fourteen miles east of Newquay, at the mouth of the River Camel (Grid reference SW919754).
Traditionally a fishing port, it is now a popular tourist destination, although some of its former fishing fleet remains, it is mainly a yachting haven on a dramatic coastline with few easily navigable harbours.
Between 1899 and 1967 the Bodmin-Wadebridge railway extended to Padstow.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Padstow   (547 words)

  
 Padstow, New South Wales - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Padstow is located on the East Hills railway line west of Riverwood and east of Revesby.
Padstow shares its name with a Cornish village which itself was named for being the "holy place of St Petrock" (not to be confused with St Patrick), an important Cornish saint.
Padstow North Public School is located on Watson Road, with an access from Halcyon Avenue in as the name suggest, the northern part of the suburb.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Padstow,_New_South_Wales   (737 words)

  
 Padstow, Cornwall - Atlantic Highway
Padstow, on the north coast of Cornwall, has recently become a well known name nationally and internationally because it is home to Rick Stein and his celebrated fish restaurants.
Padstow Harbour is well known in its own right, being one of the few safe havens for boats along the entire length of Cornwall's Atlantic Coast, though they must navigate the dangerous "Doombar" before entering the safety of the harbour.
Padstow is also famed for its May Day celebrations, at the centre of which is the ancient "Obby Oss" parade through the narrow streets of the town and harbour.
www.atlantic-highway.co.uk /Towns/Padstow   (1005 words)

  
 GENUKI: Padstow
The parish and town of Padstow are situated in the deanery of Pydar.
It is bounded on the north by the sea and the entrance to Padstow harbour, on the east by the estuary of the river Camel and Tregonce Creek which separates it from St Minver and St Issey, on the south by Little Petherick (alias St Petroc Minor), and on the west by St Merryn.
Padstow is an important fishing port and harbour of refuge on the North Coast of Cornwall, a haven for many visiting yachtsmen.
www.genuki.org.uk:8080 /big/eng/Cornwall/Padstow   (1584 words)

  
 PADSTOW - Online Information article about PADSTOW
A monastery formerly stood on the high ground west of Padstow, and according to tradition was founded by St Petrock in the 6th and razed by the Danes in the loth century.
Padstow (Aldestowe 1273, Patrikstowe 1326, Patrestowe 1346) and St Ives are the only two tolerably safe harbours on the 'north coast of Cornwall.
Padstow was plundered by the Danes in 981.
encyclopedia.jrank.org /ORC_PAI/PADSTOW.html   (889 words)

  
 Padstow and Padstow Harbour
Padstow (ancient name "petrockstow") is a charming fishing town that has the advantage of being about a half mile inland of open sea and thus is well sheltered in the mouth of the camel estuary.
Padstow is connected via a ferry service to the village of Rock.
Padstow and Padstow harbour are located on the camel estuary, approximately half a mile inland from the open ocean.
www.thisisnorthcornwall.com /padstow.html   (452 words)

  
 PADSTOW - LoveToKnow Article on PADSTOW   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
A monastery formerly stood on the high ground west of Padstow, and according to tradition was founded by St Petrock in the 6th and razed by the Danes in the 10th century.
Pentine Point shelters Padstow Bay on the north-east, but the approach to the estuary is dangerous during north-westerly gales.
Padstow, nevertheless, is a valuable harbour of refuge, although the river channel is narrow and much silted.
www.1911ency.org /P/PA/PADSTOW.htm   (340 words)

  
 Welcome to Padstow Tourist Information Cornwall
Padstow is an old established settlement in Cornwall.
Padstow was a busy fishing and trading port in the 17th century.
Padstow is a delightful place to spend a day, even a week, or as long as you can.
www.birminghamuk.com /padstow.htm   (156 words)

  
 Padstow In Cornwall
Padstow is situated on the West side of the Camel estuary in North Cornwall.
From Padstow harbour you have a wonderful vantage point to watch the small fleet of daily fishing boats and the antics of holidaymakers "messing about in boats".
Padstow enjoys an extremely mild and benign climate and a very sheltered position through being on the West side of the River Camel estuary.
www.padstow-in-cornwall.co.uk   (559 words)

  
 a travel log
Called the Padstow harbour master, and asked him if the harbour was still open; it was for another 40 minutes.
(Padstow harbour is tidal - most of it dries up at low tide; they do have a little areaclosed by a gate, so when the tide goes down, it stays filled.) Arrived at the gate with about 3 minutes to spare, at 11:45 PM...
By that time the pubs had closed, most people were sleeping, and B and I whispered as we moored the boat.
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 Self catering Accommodation in Padstow @ chycor Cornwall   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Padstow is a picturesque working fishing port offering a variety of shops, pubs and eating houses including Rick Stein's famous Seafood Restaurant.
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www.chycor.co.uk /cottages/padstow-lamorva   (429 words)

  
 Cally Croft Bed and Breakfast Accommodation in Padstow @ Cornwall Connect
Padstow is situated on the North Cornish Coast.
Just a 35 minute drive from Padstow is the world famous Eden Project, a dramatic global garden set in the midst of a disused clay pit — a must to see when you visit Cornwall.
Padstow is ideal for a break anytime of the year, so why not visit us and enjoy exploring this special part of Cornwall — We have a lot to offer!!
www.padstow-callycroft.co.uk /padstow.htm   (473 words)

  
 Padstow Accommodation   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Padstow is also central to all of Cornwall, making Padstow and district the place to stay.
Around Padstow you will find some of the best beaches to be found in Europe, family beaches, surfing beaches, and beaches for walking the dog.Most of the beaches are patrolled by lifeguards within the summer season.
Padstow night life is famous and you can expect a brilliant atmosphere in any of the cafe's, bars, and restauants around the harbour.
www.padstowaccommodation.com   (159 words)

  
 Padstow self catering holiday cottages, house, bungalows, apartments and flats in Cornwall. - Rent a self-catering ...
Padstow is an historic fishing port with a maze of picturesque narrow streets of stone, colour washed and slate cottages nestling in a valley leading down to the river Camel and the pretty working harbour.
The Camel Trail starts in Padstow, following the route of the old railway line to Bodmin, and is much loved by walkers and cyclists (bikes may be hired at Padstow or Wadebridge).
Little Penty is a tiny terraced cottage tucked away in a little courtyard in the centre of Padstow.
www.cornishhorizons.co.uk /self_catering_holiday_cottages_padstow.htm   (1159 words)

  
 padstow_harbour.htm
Padstow Bay is open to the W and NW winds and is not recommended as an anchorage if a significant ground swell is running.
The Commissioners operate the Black Tor Ferry, this is a pedestrian ferry operating between Padstow and Rock.
The first ferry to Rock is 0800hrs and the last is 1950hrs at the height of the summer and 1650 during winter months.
www.padstow-harbour.co.uk /padstow_harbour.htm   (220 words)

  
 Padstow Town Guide
The historic fishing port, Padstow, is situated on the North Cornwall coast at the mouth of the River Camel, not far from Wadebridge, and has many wonderful and inspiring sights.
Padstow is filled with an intricate maze of streets brimming with character and unique crafts, a very good example of Cornish life in times gone by.
This runs from Padstow harbour, except at low tide, when there is a special landing stage on the other side of Chapel Stile Field (signs direct you from the harbour).
www.eyeoncornwall.co.uk /guides_padstow.asp   (688 words)

  
 Serendipity Padstow Self Catering Cottage
Serendipity is a lovely padstow holiday cottage situated in the older part of padstow.
The cottage is very tastefully decorated with a modern fitted kitchen (including dishwasher and washing machine) with an excellent range of units and work space, a gas fired Aga, beams in the living room and a feature slate fireplace with a new "living Flame " gas store.
Padstow provides easy access to lots of excellent beaches many of which are perfect for surfing.
www.abpg95.ukgateway.net   (169 words)

  
 North Cornwall Directory Towns - Padstow   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Padstow has been hailed as the premier resort in North Cornwall, and when you visit the town it is not difficult to see why.
Padstow is famous for its 'Obby Oss' procession through the town on May day (May 1st), swirling and dancing accompanied by a 'Teaze's' Club, a fl leather pad colourfully painted mounted on the end of a wooden rod.
There are dancers who perform a traditional girating dance and followers who every year join in the singing of the May song.
www.north-cornwall.co.uk /towns/padstow/padstow.htm   (253 words)

  
 Accommodation in Cornwall   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Padstow is an ancient town dating back to around 2500 BC but it was not until the arrival of St Petroc in the 6
The main attraction of Padstow is undoubtedly its natural beauty, from its tiny streets to its magnificent walks along the golden sands.
Summary: Padstow is surrounded by some of the best beaches in Cornwall, lovely area to spend a holiday.
www.bedbreakfastcornwall.com /NEWSITE/padstow.htm   (154 words)

  
 The Padstow Mussel Company
Padstow may have Rick Stein to thank for much if its recent resurgence, but the launch of The Padstow Mussel Company is sure to give the popular Cornish destination an even wider appeal.
Padstow Mussel is about creating a range of products that have Cornwall at their heart, that are meant to be enjoyed, are interesting, stylish, beautifully made and that people just can¹t get anywhere else.
One of the most unusual ranges from The Padstow Mussel Company is the Cornish Pebble range, including wine cooler, vases, plates, goblets and salt and pepper shaker.
www.thepadstowmusselco.co.uk /aboutus.aspx   (273 words)

  
 HH - Notes on Padstow
Padstow, known as 'Padstein' to some restaurant-goers, is the canonical North Cornwall fishing port.
Naturally enough, the Padstow Tourist Information Centre is very efficient and has a whizzy new computer-based BandB booking system, with photos and directions and everything.
I also have many family members who own 'pretty wooden fishing boats' and fishing is a main industry in Padstow to the Padstow people.
hilton.org.uk /padstow.phtml   (698 words)

  
 Ellerys - Padstow Holiday Cottage
Padstow is a largely unspoilt medieval town with the harbour at its centre.
It is a fascinating place with a warren of narrow streets and alleys lined with attractive stone and slate-hung houses radiating out from the busy harbour.
Just outside Padstow are several farm shops; Cabbage Patch (01841-533601) and Padstow Farm Foods (01841-533570) will both deliver vegetable and fruit boxes to Ellerys.
www.celestek.co.uk /ellerys/padstow.htm   (586 words)

  
 Padstow Cornwall, a holiday and tourist travel guide from TourUK
Padstow, on the Camel estuary, which is wide here.
Padstow is a paradise for those who love seafood.
Padstow's narrow streets are dotted with small colourful shops, where you can find...
www.touruk.co.uk /cornwall/corn_pad.htm   (510 words)

  
 Technorati Tag: padstow   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Padstow Cornwall English Riviera England Compare prices, read user reviews of hotels and search for travel deals to Padstow.
Several clips from a 1953 filming of the Padstow, Cornwall, May Day "hobby horse" procession are available on the Web.
Padstow on AboutBritain.com Lots of information on Padstow, including history, things to see, and accommodation information.
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 Padstow - Maison de Stuff Pictures
On our walk into Padstow, I came across this G-clamp which I couldn't resist taking a picture of.
En route to Padstow, a very pleasant walk along the shore (or estuary?) with a couple of nice bridges involved.
Padstow seen from across the bay/estuary/whatever, as we were just about arriving in the outskirts.
www.maison-de-stuff.net /john/pictures/Padstow   (1311 words)

  
 Padstow Touring Park - Camping and Touring in Cornwall
Padstow Touring Park in Cornwall welcomes those who enjoy camping, caravans and motor homes.
A listed member of the Caravan and Camping Club, Padstow Touring Park is Padstow’s premier family camping and touring caravan park, graded a 4 star by Enjoy England.
Situated near Newquay, Padstow is a quaint and historic fishing harbour town on the Camel Estuary with spectacular views, excellent walking, bird watching and beaches.
www.padstowtouringpark.co.uk   (148 words)

  
 BBC - Cornwall - Cornwall Connected - Padstow Lifeboat Station
The existing lifeboat house was opened in 1967 and has housed two Padstow all weather lifeboats in that time; the 48’ Oakley class James and Catherine McFarlane which is now on permanent display at Lands-End, and the present Tyne class lifeboat James Burrough.
The trawler 'Peace and Plenty' was in grave danger out at sea near Padstow, and two of the town's lifeboats; 'James Stevens' and the 'Arab' were involved in an attempt to rescue the crew.
In 1911 the Padstow lifeboat crew found themselves national heroes when they were featured in The Daily Mirror for rescuing the Captain of a French Sailing Vessel called 'Angele'.
www.bbc.co.uk /cornwall/content/articles/2005/10/13/padstow_lifeboat_feature.shtml   (959 words)

  
 Hotels in Padstow Cornwall accommodation - Padstow hotels accommodation in Cornwall UK
Cornwall is warmed by the Gulf Stream and the coastline is battered by the Atlantic ocean.
Padstow is an ancient, but busy fishing port with picturesque pastel colourwashed and slate hung houses and stone cottages nestling in the narrow streets, leading down to the harbour and quays of the Camel Estuary.
Padstow is a fine example of a Cornish fishing port.
www.kayukay.co.uk /padstowhotels.html   (321 words)

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