The Fern Pit Cafe & Ferry in Newquay is open daily from May to September. Established in 1910, the cafe and ferry are a family run business, on the bank of the River Gannel between East Pentire headland and Crantock Beach, on the edge of Newquay, Cornwall.

~Gate to Port Isaac, Cornwall, England

For when you want to avoid the crowds

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Last month, I organised a Cornish blogger link-up where we all chose our Top 5 Beaches in Cornwall. So without further ado, here are the results:

A national newspaper has labelled the outdoor swimming pool at Polperro, near Golant, as one of the best outdoor pools in Britain. With temperatures having soared during June, and the hottest June recorded since 1910, there's never been a better time for al fresco swimming. Which is why the Daily Telegraph has decided to list its best ten outdoor swimming pools and lidos.

Cornwall is absolutely bursting with activities and beautiful places to visit. Whether you’re a local or on holiday, it’s so easy to be overwhelmed with the amount on offer. From experiencing local festivals, to visiting local attractions, to…

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This is perhaps my favorite, and one of my most memorable, afternoon teas – the Mad Hatter’s Afternoon Tea at Sanderson London. With a playful Alice In Wonderland theme, every last detail on the table is meant to delight and surprise. From the menus tucked inside vintage books, to sugar cubes stored in music boxes, and even marshmallows made in the shape of magical mushrooms.

On a clear day at Kynance Cove in Cornwall you could be mistaken for thinking you were anywhere in the world. #lovethecoast