From the beautiful south to the rugged north.

The Mouls islet viewed from the Rumps

Our guests often comment on the convenient location of Cider Cottage. The secluded coves and quaint harbours of the south coast are so near, stunning moor land is on the doorstep and the more rugged coastline in the north is close enough to visit even for just an afternoon.

One fine sunny afternoon in June we chose to visit the Rumps and Pentire Point for a circular walk.

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Walking along the coastal path

 The Rumps are located on the north coast near New Polzeath and its large sandy beach. It's well known that Prime Minister David Cameron chooses to holiday near here each summer.

It was a lovely walk and there is a chance of spotting dolphins, seals and sunfish as you make your way around the headland. We saw a seal and numerous seabirds including puffins and guillemots.


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There is a plaque located near Pentire Point commemorating the famous poem “For the fallen” - this very poignant poem was composed in this stunning location in 1914.

We continued around the headland and there was time to visit the beach for a paddle in the sea, before heading back to the car park, after a very enjoyable visit to the north coast.  A Cornish cream tea on the way home rounded off the afternoon a treat.

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