Lorraine and Simon's Cornwall Guidebook
Beaches
Famous for its magnetic draw for artists, St Ives offers sandy beaches, a plethora of cafes, bars and restaurants to suit every palate.
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St Ives
Famous for its magnetic draw for artists, St Ives offers sandy beaches, a plethora of cafes, bars and restaurants to suit every palate.
Favourite Walks
Local Walk...From Robin's Retreat, you can take a walk along The Saltings, down onto the harbour, taking in the views across to Hayle Beach and then walk back up through West Cornwall Golf Club. Alternatively, you can continue along the Coast Path to Carbis Bay or further on to St Ives. There is a bus or train service back if you'd rather not walk back.
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Lelant Saltings station
Saltings ReachLocal Walk...From Robin's Retreat, you can take a walk along The Saltings, down onto the harbour, taking in the views across to Hayle Beach and then walk back up through West Cornwall Golf Club. Alternatively, you can continue along the Coast Path to Carbis Bay or further on to St Ives. There is a bus or train service back if you'd rather not walk back.
A local walk from Robin's Retreat. This is a 'go to' favourite of ours. A walk up Trencrom Hill where you can see both coasts, Penzance and St Ives. Presented to The National Trust by Lt. Col. C. L Tyringham in March 1946 as a memorial to the men and women who gave their lives in the First and Second World War.
Trencrom Hill Car Park
A local walk from Robin's Retreat. This is a 'go to' favourite of ours. A walk up Trencrom Hill where you can see both coasts, Penzance and St Ives. Presented to The National Trust by Lt. Col. C. L Tyringham in March 1946 as a memorial to the men and women who gave their lives in the First and Second World War.
Local Pubs and Eateries
For a great meal or a pint/glass of wine in the gardens, our closest pub isThe Watermill (a 5 minute walk from Robin's Retreat). No car required! In Summer the beautiful gardens to the rear are open. Tel 01736 757912 to book a table.
The Watermill Inn
For a great meal or a pint/glass of wine in the gardens, our closest pub isThe Watermill (a 5 minute walk from Robin's Retreat). No car required! In Summer the beautiful gardens to the rear are open. Tel 01736 757912 to book a table.
A 10 minute walk away, you will find a fantasic bistro cafe offering a great breakfast or lunch. They have incredible views across the RSPB estuary. See their website for opening times. Directions of how to get there are in our in-house manual.
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Birdies Bistro
A 10 minute walk away, you will find a fantasic bistro cafe offering a great breakfast or lunch. They have incredible views across the RSPB estuary. See their website for opening times. Directions of how to get there are in our in-house manual.
A six minute walk away (according to Google Maps) you will find The Old Forge, Lelant. For lunch, dinner or just a great coffee, please call in advance to book. The Old Forge also stock a great selection of bread, milk and wine!
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The Old Forge Lelant
A six minute walk away (according to Google Maps) you will find The Old Forge, Lelant. For lunch, dinner or just a great coffee, please call in advance to book. The Old Forge also stock a great selection of bread, milk and wine!
Local Shops
A five minute drive away is a great little farm shop stocking local produce. You will find meat, cheese, vegetables, milk, honey, etc. etc. Please check opening times on their website.
Farm Shop Stall
A five minute drive away is a great little farm shop stocking local produce. You will find meat, cheese, vegetables, milk, honey, etc. etc. Please check opening times on their website.