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Mawnan Smith, Cornwall

The village is about two miles from the Helford estuary, this offers scope for sailing, watching the wildlife of the area, and lovely riverside and country walks.

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Mevagissey, Cornwall

One of a ribbon of picturesque fishing villages dotting the fabled Cornish coastline. Mevagissey has ancient buildings flanking steep and extremely narrow streets which during...

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Morwenstow, Cornwall

Standing high above the sea is the lovely village of Morwenstow where can be found the picturesque old parish church of St.Morwenna.

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Mousehole, Cornwall

This delightful coastal village, with its wealth of history, lovely old harbour and beautiful headland walks, makes an interesting base for exploring the superb scenery of Mount's Bay and Land's End.

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Mullion, Cornwall

One glance around this attractive town tells you that Mullion has always been a prosperous little place.

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Mylor, Cornwall

This pretty resort is beautifully situated close to a creek that was once a Royal dockyard, these days it is busy as a yacht anchorage, it is at its most attractive as the waters of high tide gently laps the quay.

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New Polzeath, Cornwall

New Polzeath overlooks the extensive sands at Hayles Bay, where westerly winds provide perfect conditions for surfers. Just north of New Polzeath you can find steps leading to a beautiful beach.

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Newquay, Cornwall

What a rare blessing Newquay has in its mile upon mile of sheltered, golden beaches that offer a safe haven for sun-worshippers and surfers alike.

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Padstow, Cornwall

Padstow has become a phenomenon of the latter half of the 20th-century when Chef, Rick Stein, together with his endearing little dog, Chalky first burst upon our T.V. screens following the opening of his famous "Seafood Restaurant" which has since become a Mecca for fish and seafood lovers from all over the country and Europe.

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Pendeen, Cornwall

In this fascinating area of old Cornish Tin Mines, Pendeen Lighthouse, built in 1900 to guide shipping off the coast between Cape Cornwall and Gunard's Head, makes a striking feature.

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Penryn, Cornwall

Penryn is one of Cornwall's most ancient town's, first appearing in the Doomsday book under the name Trelivel, until in 1216 when the Bishop of Exeter founded the town and named...

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Pentewan, Cornwall

Set amidst enchanting countryside, Pentewan has caravan and camping sites making it a popular resort for families. It has a fine sandy beach which is ideal for beach-games, swimming, fishing and other watersports.

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Penwithick, Cornwall

Penwithick enjoys a peaceful valley location close to the resort town of St.Austell.

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Penzance, Cornwall

A jolly town with a year round holiday atmosphere, where everyone is made to feel welcome.

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Perranporth, Cornwall

Perranporth has a spectacular golden sandy beach which stretches for about 3 miles along the coast.

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Polkerris, Cornwall

Polkerris in St.Austell's Bay has a lovely sandy beach backed by a cluster of cottages built haphazardly along a narrow village street leading towards the wooded hills and cliffs which give shelter to this enchanting little cove.

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Polperro, Cornwall

Jagged rocks rise as if to guard the entrance to the picturesque harbour of this enchanting fishing village which has for decades been a magnet for tourists and a mecca for artists from all over England.

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Polruan, Cornwall

A holiday resort of considerable merit and charm.

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Polzeath, Cornwall

This is an area of pleasant coves, delightful bays and quaint villages.

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