Hidden in the fields behind Porkellis lie what remains of Wheal Enys. Also known as Wheal Vernon, it was a fairly unsuccessful mine during its short life. First mentioned in 1815 following the advertisement of shares, at the time it …
Flicka Donkey Sanctuary
Before Scott flew off again on another university trip, we decided to pop by the Flicka Donkey Sanctuary near Mabe. This little gem is a charity founded in 1995 by Mary Berryman with the aim of rescuing donkeys and horses, …
Trebah
Trebah is by far one of my favourite spots in the county. It’s a beautiful secluded garden perched on the Helford, with the most amazing views. Trebah is famous for the ridiculous number of hydrangea plants, as well as palms, …
Tincroft
Tincroft mine is another one of those seriously old and successful mines with long and diverse histories where there are very few surface remains left. First worked at the dawn of time, work began in earnest at Tincroft mine from …
Can you see seals? 2.0
So back in January I walked from the Fisherman’s Cove carpark down to Mutton Cove to see the seals – on that occasion it was a tad on the rainy side and bleddy miserable. The photos for that can be …
Can you see seals?
So one fine day in January I decided it would be a great idea to go for a walk along the Godrevy coastpath to see the seals. On this occasion, there was torrential rain… I parked at the Fishing Cove …
Polly Joke to Crantock – 1 mile
Porth Joke, or Polly Joke as its known locally, is a beautiful little beach just down the coast from Newquay. Here are some photos of my walk from Polly Joke to Crantock during the summer. Continuing up the coastpath towards …
