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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by Billy Balfour » Fri Aug 20, 2021 9:08 am

Garnerssoap wrote:
Fri Aug 20, 2021 12:04 am
If you can’t get to the Eden Project go up Pendle with a polythene bag over your head together with 100 of the most annoying kids you can find, ripping tenners up till you die.
It's great as an outdoor music venue, but that's about it.

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by MACCA » Fri Aug 20, 2021 3:33 pm

CHEWBACCA wrote:
Thu Aug 19, 2021 9:42 pm
You going Macca>?
We'll join you if you are...
Yep deffo going the Shipp Inn for the game.
Rang up t'other day, opens at 12.

Me and my lad deffo going, not sure if any of the rest of family coming yet, all weather depending, but it is forecast rain most of day.

See you there!

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by MACCA » Fri Aug 20, 2021 3:36 pm

Ps if you had your Burnley shirt on today in Brixham it was me that shouted Up the clarets!
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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by NewClaret » Fri Aug 20, 2021 3:51 pm

MACCA wrote:
Fri Aug 20, 2021 3:36 pm
Ps if you had your Burnley shirt on today in Brixham it was me that shouted Up the clarets!
:lol: :lol:

Loads of them, aren’t there MACCA? :D

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by MACCA » Fri Aug 20, 2021 4:35 pm

NewClaret wrote:
Fri Aug 20, 2021 3:51 pm
:lol: :lol:

Loads of them, aren’t there MACCA? :D
Seen about half a dozen so far, and to be fair seeing footy shirts are rare down here, but I'm sure I've not seen as many from any other team.

Maybe see more tomorrow as its game day.

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by SalisburyClaret » Fri Aug 20, 2021 5:00 pm

Aclaret wrote:
Thu Aug 19, 2021 8:21 pm
Scilly Isles are on the to do list for me & Mrs Aclaret. Hopefully next year.
Don’t let the locals hear you say Scilly Isles - it’s the Isles of Scilly - or you won’t get served
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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by Aclaret » Fri Aug 20, 2021 5:05 pm

SalisburyClaret wrote:
Fri Aug 20, 2021 5:00 pm
Don’t let the locals hear you say Scilly Isles - it’s the Isles of Scilly - or you won’t get served
:D cheers for that.

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by MACCA » Fri Aug 20, 2021 6:07 pm

CHEWBACCA wrote:
Thu Aug 19, 2021 9:42 pm
You going Macca>?
We'll join you if you are...
Just got here to double double check the games on and it is.
I've booked a table infront if the big screen in the bar area to the left as you walk in, for the game.

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by CHEWBACCA » Fri Aug 20, 2021 6:26 pm

MACCA wrote:
Fri Aug 20, 2021 3:33 pm
Yep deffo going the Shipp Inn for the game.
Rang up t'other day, opens at 12.

Me and my lad deffo going, not sure if any of the rest of family coming yet, all weather depending, but it is forecast rain most of day.

See you there!
Should be there,might just be for the first half though as we're driving back north later.
Will have me shirt on .!
And no,it wasn't me in Brixham even though I was there today .!

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by jedi_master » Sat Aug 21, 2021 1:17 pm

Just to say, we had a great drive down. Took about 3 hours to Stonehenge from Chesterfield, then another 3 hours from there and hit no traffic at any point. I have to say, the opposite side of the road looked absolutely rammed the entire stretch of the A30 so I’m dreading coming back North for more reasons than just finishing our holiday!

Traffic on roads hasn’t been so bad and I used the park and ride for Newquay which I can’t recommend enough. Removes any stress and a bargain at £4 in total for a family return ticket that you can use all day. 15 minute bus ride each way.
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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by SherbornePhil » Sat Aug 21, 2021 2:57 pm

Excellent, didn’t think it would be too bad travelling down mid-week 👍🏻 Enjoy the rest of your holiday.

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by jdrobbo » Mon Aug 23, 2021 8:01 pm

I can categorically confirm that it’s not full here…
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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by beddie » Mon Aug 23, 2021 8:02 pm

Where are you jd?

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by jdrobbo » Mon Aug 23, 2021 8:20 pm

beddie wrote:
Mon Aug 23, 2021 8:02 pm
Where are you jd?
We’re staying in mid-Wales, but today spent the day on the west coast, walking north from Aberdyfi. It was absolutely glorious. The beaches were 100% sand; vast and impeccable. We spend a lot of time on Anglesey, but came here for a change. Obviously, further south towards Pembrokeshire, the beaches continue to be fantastic. As far as coastlines go, I bet the west coast of Wales takes some beating.

Dog loved it, too!
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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by beddie » Mon Aug 23, 2021 8:31 pm

jd. It sounds really nice. Never thought of venturing that way but it’s definitely gone on the list. Your dog looked to be having a great time. Thanks for sharing and enjoy the rest of your holiday.

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by Steve1956 » Mon Aug 23, 2021 8:39 pm

I spoke to my brother on the phone today he lives in Launceston in Cornwall...I asked the question is Cornwall full,his answer came back rather quickly......"yes with Bellends"
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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by tim_noone » Mon Aug 23, 2021 8:52 pm

Steve1956 wrote:
Mon Aug 23, 2021 8:39 pm
I spoke to my brother on the phone today he lives in Launceston in Cornwall...I asked the question is Cornwall full,his answer came back rather quickly......"yes with Bellends"
And Hebden Bridge?

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by Steve1956 » Mon Aug 23, 2021 8:53 pm

tim_noone wrote:
Mon Aug 23, 2021 8:52 pm
And Hebden Bridge?
Keep on the subject fella.

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by Peter Loo » Mon Aug 23, 2021 9:43 pm

jdrobbo wrote:
Mon Aug 23, 2021 8:20 pm
We’re staying in mid-Wales, but today spent the day on the west coast, walking north from Aberdyfi. It was absolutely glorious. The beaches were 100% sand; vast and impeccable. We spend a lot of time on Anglesey, but came here for a change. Obviously, further south towards Pembrokeshire, the beaches continue to be fantastic. As far as coastlines go, I bet the west coast of Wales takes some beating.

Dog loved it, too!

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Yes when the weather is nice it is a lovely place to walk we have done a it few times, as it's in Wales of course you are seriously advised to listen carefully to the weather forecast before leaving home :D

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by jdrobbo » Mon Aug 23, 2021 10:07 pm

I know from experience that Anglesey has its own weather system!

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by Dressinggown » Mon Aug 23, 2021 11:11 pm

The missus and I used to like weekends away in the north of England (the big cities, Harrogate, York and the Lakes etc).

I've not looked at a UK break since way before COVID. Trips into Europe have proved to be much better value. Poland is always a consideration. We have previously stayed in Krakow, Gdansk and Katowice. Krakow is a stunning city and I am looking at another 3 day trip in October. If you stay anywhere near the centre then all the attractions are within a 15 minute walk.

Prices:

Return flights with budget airline from Liverpool to Krakow - Out Friday AM and back Monday PM. £46.00pp.
Private airport transfer - both ways - £25.00.
3 Nights stay at top rated accommodation (apartment) in the Centre next to old town (via the popular B&B website) - £120.00.
Average price per pint of beer - £2.50. Although, there are a number of 'Herring & Vodka' bars dotted around town where a double vodka costs less than a quid and food is £2.00.
Restaurant and Bar prices are generally about 2/3rds of those in the UK.

Budapest is another city we would return to and Bratislava is another option.

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by Peter Loo » Tue Aug 24, 2021 5:08 pm

Cornwall is apparently full?

Yes full of Covid, so stay away.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cornwall-58318695

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by Billy Balfour » Tue Aug 24, 2021 5:15 pm

It must take a special kind of bellend to rock up in Cornwall this year, during the summer peak season, without having pre-booked somewhere to stay.

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by jedi_master » Tue Aug 24, 2021 6:14 pm

Billy Balfour wrote:
Tue Aug 24, 2021 5:15 pm
It must take a special kind of bellend to rock up in Cornwall this year, during the summer peak season, without having pre-booked somewhere to stay.
Who’s done that?

Been here since Friday and found the roads empty, the beaches unbelievable and the people delightful. Having a fantastic holiday in endless sunshine and a consistent 20-25 degrees. Even ventured into St Ives this morning using the park and ride from St Erth train station, highly recommended as opposed to trying to park. A very scenic 10 minute train ride along the coast through Carbis Bay etc.

Kynance Cove has to be the best beach I have ever been on.
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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by Billy Balfour » Tue Aug 24, 2021 6:52 pm

jedi_master wrote:
Tue Aug 24, 2021 6:14 pm
Who’s done that?
It's in the BBC link. The head of Visit Cornwall is asking people not to visit the county unless they have accommodation booked, and to have a lateral flow test before they set off.

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by fatboy47 » Tue Aug 24, 2021 8:12 pm

Billy Balfour wrote:
Tue Aug 24, 2021 6:52 pm
It's in the BBC link. The head of Visit Cornwall is asking people not to visit the county unless they have accommodation booked, and to have a lateral flow test before they set off.

The head of Visit Cornwall (presuming its still Malcolm Bellend) is a self promoting posturing fatcat... A master at worming his way into gravy train jobs on every dubious quango with a lucrative non-job going begging.

Personally I couldn't give a Sherman what he says.

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by Loyalclaret » Tue Aug 24, 2021 8:14 pm

tim_noone wrote:
Mon Aug 23, 2021 8:52 pm
And Hebden Bridge?
I was in Hebden on Monday and can confirm it was full! All the cafes and bars were rammed by 1pm!
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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by Billy Balfour » Tue Aug 24, 2021 8:33 pm

I must admit that apart from football and gigs, I have a natural aversion to crowds. The crowded streets of places like HB and St. Ives, during the school summer break, were an anathema to me in pre-covid times.

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by beddie » Tue Aug 24, 2021 10:04 pm

jedi_master wrote:
Tue Aug 24, 2021 6:14 pm
Who’s done that?

Been here since Friday and found the roads empty, the beaches unbelievable and the people delightful. Having a fantastic holiday in endless sunshine and a consistent 20-25 degrees. Even ventured into St Ives this morning using the park and ride from St Erth train station, highly recommended as opposed to trying to park. A very scenic 10 minute train ride along the coast through Carbis Bay etc.

Kynance Cove has to be the best beach I have ever been on.
Going in 3 weeks, we go twice a year, obviously didn’t go last year. And my wife’s favourite beach ever is Kynance.
Enjoy the rest of your holiday Jedi.

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by SherbornePhil » Tue Aug 24, 2021 10:17 pm

Excellent, glad you are really enjoying it. We will be down in a couple of weeks so looking forward to that👍🏻

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by CharlieinNewMexico » Wed Aug 25, 2021 8:30 am

jedi_master wrote:
Tue Aug 24, 2021 6:14 pm
Who’s done that?

Been here since Friday and found the roads empty, the beaches unbelievable and the people delightful. Having a fantastic holiday in endless sunshine and a consistent 20-25 degrees. Even ventured into St Ives this morning using the park and ride from St Erth train station, highly recommended as opposed to trying to park. A very scenic 10 minute train ride along the coast through Carbis Bay etc.

Kynance Cove has to be the best beach I have ever been on.
20-25 degrees? Shoot I’d be wearing hoodies and coats these days! Jealous about the beach though 😞

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by Damo » Wed Aug 25, 2021 1:08 pm

Hope this was none of you. Must have been terrifying

https://www.pendletoday.co.uk/news/watc ... de-3358837

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by Peter Loo » Wed Aug 25, 2021 1:21 pm

We underestimate the elements at out peril.

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Re: Cornwall is apparently full?

Post by jedi_master » Thu Aug 26, 2021 10:59 am

I hadn’t seen a Burnley fan all holiday, wouldn’t you know it at the top of Tintagel Castle a full family in colours showed up.
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