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Padstow

Traditionally a fishing port, Padstow is now a popular tourist destination and yachting haven on a dramatic coastline. Much-loved by foodies, it has been nicknamed 'Padstein' because of the influence of chef and restaurateur Rick Stein.

Eight people washed out to sea while bodyboarding in Cornwall
RNLI
They found themselves in deep water
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Huge seaweed farm condemned by celebs under threat as plans 'not good enough'
Environment
Some big names have spoken out against the farm, which would be the size of 140 football fields
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Fisherman’s Friends announce special charity show in Cornwall
Truro
All proceeds will be distributed between five charities with strong local connections
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St Minver farmhouse has four bedrooms, gorgeous gardens and Camel Estuary views
Dream Homes
Tregenna Farmhouse lies within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
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Beachgoer baffled as film crew spotted on beach near Padstow
BBC
The crews were reportedly filming all day
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Person rescued from burning flat by firefighters
Padstow
The fire was started by materials being left on a hob, and the casualty was treated at the scene for smoke inhalation
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Which? ranks little fishing village as best Cornwall seaside spot
Cornwall
Nationally, it only placed 23rd - our highest spot - while we have 10 on the list, with Newquay our lowest at 106th
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South West Water dealing with 460 incidents including 45 ongoing leaks
Environment
Only four out of 49 in July alone are listed by South West Water as having been resolved - we've listed them all here
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Rick Stein's boozer voted UK's 'best dog-friendly pub'
Pubs & Restaurants in Cornwall
But not everyone is happy
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Five bedroom Rock house for sale is only a short walk from the beach
Dream Homes
Built in 2007, No.4 Medrose is a substantial New-England-style property
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Cornwall named 'best place in UK' with 'unbelievable' views and must-visit bakery
Cornwall's Best Beaches
In a recent post on social media, fitness blogger Lauren revealed the "best" place in the UK. And according to the influencer, Cornwall is definitely worth a visit
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'Experts' say go to Padstow in summer 'to avoid crowds'
Padstow
It says you can 'avoid the hustle and bustle' of St Ives - and we're wondering if they've ever been anywhere near here
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Waterfront Rock house has boat store, private slipway and estuary views to die for
Dream Homes
Old Kiln is a few feet from the beach and the price is as jaw-dropping as the views
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Man armed with knife jailed for 'causing trouble on beach'
Devon and Cornwall Police
Police swarmed the scene
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Cornwall planning: Holiday park expansion among latest proposals
Padstow
More than 40 new lodges could be created
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RNLI and coastguard teams were sent to help ice cream van in sea
Coastguard
It was a sundae to forget for the driver
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North Cornwall general election results see voters turn against their Tory MP
General Election
The general election votes for the Bodmin, Padstow, Wadebridge, Bude, Launceston constituency
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House prices in Cornwall - latest lowest and highest areas RANKED
Property
There is an almost £400,000 difference between the top and bottom areas' average prices. See prices in your area and any others with our interactive tool
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Warning to beachgoers after 8ft deep hole dug on Padstow beach
Cornwall beaches
The coastguard said it had been dug by hand and that someone could've been killed
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Cornwall's best breakfast crowned after our readers voted in their thousands
Pubs & Restaurants in Cornwall
Did your favourite make the list?
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'Shafted' Cornwall fishermen reject 'Brexit lie' and change parties
General Election
We visited Padstow and Bodmin to see how people will vote in the North Cornwall constituency at the General Election on July 4
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Seriously injured woman cut from wreckage after car and lorry crash in Cornwall
Devon and Cornwall Police
She was trapped after the collision
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Help us crown the best place for breakfast in Cornwall
Pubs & Restaurants in Cornwall
Vote for your favourite now!
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Padstow Christmas Festival: Traders who lost thousands threaten civil action after police investigation ends
Padstow
The woman in charge took nearly £30,000 worth of deposits - likely more - and said she used it to pay bills leftover from last year's event
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