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Another hot day out on the moor. Having walked Hambeldown the day before, we set off in the opposite direction toward Easden Tor. A short stroll along the road led us to a turn up the hill, where we passed by beautiful hedgerows and took a right-hand path that climbed steadily, through a gate and out onto open moorland. As we followed the path upward, Moss the whippet made the occasional leap over thick gorse bushes. Eventually, we reached the tor, where we found a small, sheltered spot—perfect for a picnic.   After a restful stop, we picked up a...

The weather was hot, so we thought heading higher from the valley would have more breeze. We hadn’t meant for it to turn into a long walk, but it’s always tempting to go just a little further. Up onto the moor... and from there, we spotted the Warren House Inn. We walked towards it, but even after an hour, it didn’t seem much closer. We settled on a rock with a bit of shelter from the wind and sun and unpacked our picnic. After eating, we continued on towards the Warren, hoping for a quick refreshment stop. Leaving the pub,...

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Port Isaac to Newquay.3 days, 36.5 miles. Fantastic views and oodles of picnics. How did we choose and plan our route?The South West Coast Path website is excellent and has all the information. Things we'd do differently? Spend a penny?All the public tiolets on the route need coins to pay. Make sure you have a couple of 20p and 50p pieces on you. Always wear your own socksI'd helped myself to some nice looking socks at home and hadn't realised, until the end of the first day, that they were at least one or two sizes too small for me....

Did you know 14th - 21st June is National Picnic Week? So what's the history behind this beloved British pastime? Today, a picnic might be a simple sandwich in the park or a budget-friendly family outing—but its roots are surprisingly grand.The word picnic comes from the French “picnique”, first appearing in the 18th century to describe leisurely, elegant meals shared by the aristocracy. These gatherings were less about convenience and more about celebration, often featuring fine food, wine, and lively conversation.As the tradition crossed borders, it evolved—becoming a hallmark of Victorian garden parties and, eventually, the relaxed park lunches and beach outings we...