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Many parts of Crantock are owned by the National Trust, including the village 'Round
Garden' and the headland coastal paths. Walkers and ramblers find a haven as they
walk for mile upon mile along the natural, rugged coastline. The coastal path can
be picked up very close to Ivy Cottage, making it an ideal base for all outdoor
pursuits, whatever the season and whatever the weather.
One of Crantock's inns, The Old Albion Inn is a thatched inn, historically renowned
for its rich tapestry of smugglers' tales. Today it sells home-cooked meals, bar
snacks, real ales and a good selection of drinks for all tastes. It still retains
many of its original features from times gone by, one of which being the original
smuggler's escape tunnel, used to avoid capture.
Opposite to The Old Albion Inn is The Cornishman Inn, ideally suited to families
and again serves food and drink to suit all.
The village's ancient church, St Carantoc Church, has been established on this site
since 600AD, surviving the trials of historic battles, smugglers.
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Just a few minutes stroll from Ivy Cottage, unfolds Crantock's golden, sandy beach,
which is embraced by the East and West Pentire headlands.
The popular (but never overcrowded) Crantock beach offers a delight whatever your
taste. Many visitors enjoy surfing, sunbathing, walking, paddling in the rock-pools
and exploring the fine rugged coastline and hidden caves. During the summer months,
the beach is life-guard patrolled. From the beach, access to Newquay can be gained
either by tidal footbridge or ferry (seasonal) across the River Gannel.
Take time to discover nearby Polly Joke beach by car or simply by walking south
from Crantock along the coastal path.
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Crantock is sits in the prime of National Trust coastline, providing a haven for
walkers of all abilities. The rolling, yet rugged coastal paths emanating from Crantock
provide some of England's greatest walks.
No.2 Ivy Cottage is perfectly placed in the heart of Crantock village, just a few
minutes walk to the stunning, again unspoilt Crantock beach and surrounding headlands,
much of which is National Trust protected. Take a short walk from No.2 Ivy Cottage
along Beach Road, where the beach can be accessed via the Crantock Beach National
Trust car park.
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As an alternative, follow the quiet public footpath along Green Lane (a private
road behind Ivy Cottage), which takes you through Rushy Green. Look ahead as the
treasured beauties of Crantock Beach and Goose Rock gradually unfold before your
eyes.
Pass through the undulating stretches of golden quilted sand dunes, and gradually
descend onto Crantock Beach. A safe, clean, expansive fine golden sandy beach awaits,
encased by rugged cliff sides, punctuated by caves and rockpools.
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Crantock Beach also accommodates a tidal river estuary called 'The Gannel', which
can be crossed by a footbridge during low tide and by ferry (high-mid season only),
during high tide.
Once across The Gannel, you can access the East Pentire headland and then on to
the Victorian established town of Newquay. This route takes you past the Fern Pit
Café on Riverside Crescent, a haunt for weary walkers and families alike. Walking
on will lead you to the Trenance Boating Lake, Newquay).
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