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The county of Cornwall is a rural, maritime one comprising of the
westernmost part of the south west peninsula of England. Its geographical
positioning has meant that, until recently, Cornwall has been one of the
most remote and isolated parts of Britain, and as such has retained a lot
of its own individual identity in its culture and traditions. It has
distinctive physical features too - a long, notched coastline, granite
moorlands and a warm and mild climate all year round. The first spring
warmth starts in January and the summer lasts until late into the year.
This combination of features has had a strong impact on the natural and
socio-economic development of the county.
Cornwall's best resort, Newquay, lies in the centre of the north coast
of Cornwall, where the Atlantic waves and the Gulf Stream have joined
forces to construct a coastline of cliffs and soft, golden sand, filled
with character. It has easy access to the A30, which makes it a perfect
tourist base for touring the county.
Newquay was originally the fishing village of Towan Blystra. Known only
for its catch of pilchards, this is where the expression “hue and cry”
comes from. The huer in the Huer's Hut on the headland would look out for
shoals of fish and would shout out directions to the villagers to take
them to the pilchards along the coastline.
Towan Blystra was renamed Newquay in the 18th century when a new quay was
built during its development. And Towan Blystra is now the name of a suburban
road in the area. Today, Newquay is the most popular holiday spot in Cornwall
and one of the most frequented destinations in Britain. Brimming with activity,
there are all kinds of things to do from riding and climbing to walking and
sunbathing or shopping. Newquay is the paradise of the West Country, with
its eleven beaches of soft golden sand spread over seven miles, many of them
have great waves for surfing. The beaches stretch for seven miles and lure all
ages and interests being a combined, playground, stadium and theatre and an
excellent source of family entertainment.
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