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Along for the walk.

Along for the walk.

by N Gray

Health & Fitness Nature

Season 1

Whitsand Bay: an early morning walk down the the steep and scenic cliff path, to sit on Tregonhawke beach and hear the waves

Join me on an early morning walk, as we we descend the steep cliff path down to Tregonhawke beach, Whitsand Bay, South East Cornwall Before anyone stirs, we quietly pass by the small, wooden, cliff top chalets, winding our way through the gorse and heather-lined path to reach the top of the steep steps, from where we can admire the vast expanse of blue sea stretched out before us and peer down to roofs of the lifeguard station and the empty Eddystone beach cafe and holiday let. We catch our first glimpse of the sun hitting the small stretch of sand at Tregonhawke beach. The tide is in and we can can hear the waves below. Once on the beach, we find a sturdy rock to sit on by the waters edge, and look out to see what we can see. We are the first there so have it all to ourselves, along with the wildlife. If you enjoy your walk and feel able to do, please support via clicking or pasting the following link. buymeacoffee.com/alongforthewalk

Mount Edgcumbe: Banks of the Tamar. View across to Plymouth from the Cornish shoreline plus exploration of a hidden slipway, Garden Battery, and cove of barn pool beach.

Join me for a calming walk, along the banks of the River Tamar in Mount Edgcumbe Country Park, South East Cornwall. Looking out across the salty tidal waters that divide the counties of Devon and Cornwall, to view Mutton cove, Mount wise, The Royal William Yard (Plymouth) and Drakes Island. We can explore the shoreline, hidden slipway and vaulted garden battery; then walk across the gravel path to the picnic lawn and shingle/pebble cove at barn pool, where we can try our hand at skimming stones across the clement waters. If you enjoy your walk and feel able to do, please support via clicking or pasting the following link. buymeacoffee.com/Alongforthewalk Or, access the "support" link button via the public or episode website. Thank you.

Exploring the rose scented formal gardens of Mount Edgcumbe. Britain's Historic Park by the sea.

Walk alongside me, as we take a peaceful stroll from the orangery, passing by the mermaid fountain in the Italian garden, and up through the many layers of gardens, plants, birdsong, and hedged archways. Smell the lemony scents drifting through the Rose garden and feel calm as we walk down through the ferns, to the gently lapping barn pool beach. Mount Edgcumbe Country Park and Estate is a free park to be enjoyed by all, on the banks of the river Tamar (opposite Plymouth Devon) along the remote coastline of the Rame Peninsula, in South East Cornwall. The Original House was built nearly 100 years before the Mayflower set sail in 1620 and was the former home of the Earls of Mount Edgcumbe. It's 865 acres offers something for everyone: from Follies to mystical woodlands; secret beaches; cycling trails, gentle paths discovering camelias, artwork; a historic House, gardens and workshops; even survival wisdom and adventure activities. There is so much for us to explore! You can arrive by boat, bus, car or by foot, even via the South West Coastal Path. But why not travel their with me and come for a wander through its peaceful gardens - as amazingly we have it all to ourselves. If you enjoy your walk and feel able to do, please support via clicking or pasting the following link. buymeacoffee.com/Alongforthewalk Or, access the "support" link button via the public or episode website. Thank you.

Portwrinkle. MId tide. Along Finnygook beach to the rockpools.

Join me in the small coastal village of Portwrinkle, South East Cornwall. Starting off at the base of the cliff on the eastern "Finnygook" beach, we shall head westwards, taking a stroll along the shoreline to the rockpools, amongst the seaweed and shells to sit on the coastal defences/ sea steps, in the warming sunshine, out of the breeze. If you enjoy your walk and feel able to do, please support via clicking or pasting the following link. buymeacoffee.com/Alongforthewalk Or, access the "support" link button via the public or episode website. Thank you.

Rame Head to St Michael's Chapel & Look Out.

Join me, as we wander out and clamber up onto the look out point, at the -now derelict- St Michael's chapel; on the tip of the Rame Head Peninsula; a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. For many, this rocky peninsula was the last sight of home that local sailors and explorers saw when leaving Plymouth and the first, if and when they returned home. Rewarding and awe inspiring view of the Devon and Cornwall coastline and one where the open sea stretches out to join the big skies; you can literally see for miles and feel connected with it all. If you enjoy your walk and feel able to do, please support via clicking or pasting the following link. buymeacoffee.com/Alongforthewalk Or, access the "support" link button via the public or episode website. Thank you.