Sunday, 6 April 2014

Charlestown to Fowey


Charlestown to Fowey - Sunday 6th April 2014

Path Facts - Length: 10.3 miles, Ascent: 1411 feet


Due to the train line to the South West having been shut by storms some weeks before, I opted to drive to Plymouth the day before and take the train to St Austell. Got a chance to sample The Rashleigh Arms' world renowned chips last night.

Started off this morning at 9.15 am amongst wind and drizzle. This was fine at first but ended up lasting a large part of the day. It was 3 miles to Par. This section was described as one of the least picturesque so given that it was mostly obscured by drizzle, this may have been advantageous.

Stopped for tea and an opportunity to dry off slightly on the edge of a campsite near Par.


Stopped for an early lunch at Polkerris at the Rashleigh Inn (common name round these parts!). Nice pub. Good character. Also some respite from the rain hitting the windows.Again, dried off a bit before heading out up a steep slippery path out of Polkerris into woodland.


This was fairly hard work as it was steep and slippery. There were quite a few sections like that today.


On to Gribben Head and the stripey daymark which was visible from back at Black Head (before Charlestown). Very windy up here.

Fowey and Polruan were quite a welcome and impressive sight when they emerged out of the fog.


Got a bit lost trying to find the B&B. One of these locations where the marker on Google maps is nowhere near the actual location. Arrived approx 3pm. Great B&B. Views down to the river, guest lounge and the lady kindly dried out our things for us which was necessary!

Wandered out about 6pm. A steep walk from the B&B down to the riverside. After a quick wander round and a perusal of eateries we opted for the King of Prussia


Info

Accommodation - Trekelyn



Location ***
Room ****
Facilities ****
Noise ****
Food ****
Ambience ****
Price *** £75 for the room


Food – The King of Prussia



Quality **** walnut, apple & brie salad, loads of bread
Price ***
Beer - Proper Job ****

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