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'Obby 'Oss day in Padstow

1/5/2012

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It's May Day today, which means only one thing.  Off to Padstow to join in the fun as the 'Obby 'Oss emerges to welcome the Celtic sun god for the beginning of summer.  From first light at 6am, the celebrations begin (and the pubs start serving).  Dancing and singing carry on all day until the evening, when, by all accounts, things can get rather boisterous.  We took the calm approach to Padstow, by walking along the beach at Rock to the Ferry across the Camel estuary and arrived in good time to see the Blue 'Obby 'Osse come out of his stable at 10.00am.

The crowds were out in force and Cornish people were proud to be celebrating this special day in their own unique way.  A very happy atmosphere filled the streets of Padstow, with colourful flags, white clothing and a very bright Maypole in the market square. Later having seen the Red 'Obby 'Oss come out of his stable 'The Golden Lion Inn' and dance through the streets, we were ready to leave the crowds and have lunch in a country Inn on the way home.

We decided to visit the Inn at Blisland on the north side of Bodmin Moor.  The Blisland Inn has been voted a top pub by the Campaign for Real Ale for a good number of years.  And quite right too.  A wide selection of fine ales and ciders were on offer (I had a pint of Blisland Special - lovely!).  Lynn had an Orchard Cider.  Another place with a very friendly atmosphere and generous portions of food too.  Must visit again, as it's only half an hour from Cider Cottage !

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The Padstow Ferry at Rock
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The Obby Oss responds to the Teaser (left), who dances around him, through the music-filled streets of Padstow.
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    In Feb 2021 Keith and Karen Burden took ownership of Cider Cottage whilst Lynn and Peter the previous owners moved closer to the sea to explore and enjoy more of a coastal life.
    Karen and Keith want to  keep up the very high standards set by the previous owners and very much look forward to welcoming guests again as soon as Government restrictions are lifted and it is safe to do so. 
    ​Lynn and Peter Murnaghan moved from Winchester, Hampshire to Woodhill Manor in Summer 2011. We then spent a good deal of time and energy renovating Cider Cottage to create a fabulous self-catering holiday venue for discerning guests.


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