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Camel Estuary

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Another excellent area for wildfowl, waders and gulls.

Carrick Roads

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Between the confluence of the Truro and Fal rivers and the open sea, good for winter sea-duck, divers and grebes, including the county's largest concentration of Black-necked Grebe.

Crowdy Reservoir and Davidstow Airfield

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Exposed moor land sites near Camelford which between them attract Nearctic waders every autumn.

Drift Reservoir

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First stop for transatlantic waders in autumn and good for winter gulls and wildfowl.

Hayle Estuary

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Good all-year round general birding site, nearly always providing something unusual.

Maer Lake

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A small pool near Bude which produces a staggering number of rare birds amongst its spring and autumn migrants. Also good in winter. Recent rarities: Upland Sandpiper, Citrine Wagtail.

Marazion Marsh

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Annually reliable for Spotted Crake and Aquatic Warbler in August/September. Recent rarities: Citrine Wagtail, Paddyfield Warbler.

Par Beach and Pool

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An excellent winter gull site, regularly hosting Ring-billed. Also good for waders and terns.

Pendeen

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Popular autumn sea-watching location in strong west/north-westerlies. Often scores higher counts than St. Ives, but views usually more distant.

Porthgwarra

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This magical valley hosted Britain's first Veery and American Redstart. Also the most reliable place in the country for late summer Cory's Shearwaters. If there are no birds, just enjoy the beautiful scenery. Recent rarities: Booted Eagle, Little Swift...

Rame Peninsula

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Just across the sound from Plymouth, this promontory is Rame Head and Penlee Point. Good for spring and autumn migrants, sea watching and winter seabirds. Hosted Britain's one and only Wilson's Warbler, whilst recent rarities include Red-flanked Bluetail and Gyrfalcon.

St Ives Island

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On its day the best autumn sea-watching site in Europe. Ideal conditions are strong north-westerly following south-westerly gale.

St.Just

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Excellent sheltered valleys for migrants (Nanquidno, Cot, Kenidjack). Britain's only Varied Thrush and Yellow-throated Vireo were found here.

Stithians Reservoir

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Has probably declined as a wader site due to lack of mud, but still attracts many interesting birds. Recent records: Pied-billed Grebe, Lesser Scaup, Baillon's Crake and Caspian Tern.

The Lizard

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There are many good valleys for migrants around this huge peninsula. Probably the best known are those at The Lizard village at the southerly tip Recent rarities: Little Bustard, Hume's Leaf Warbler and Red-eyed Vireo.

Bosavern House

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Bosavern House is ideally situated for access to the key birdwatching sites of the Lands End peninsula, which is renowned for migrants and, in particular, the number of unusual species which arrive at different times of the year.

Cape Cornwall Country club

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Handy for Sennan Cove

Chy Carne Camping Park

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Chalets, Caravans or your own gear....

Coach House Cottage - Marazion

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A typical Cornish 200 year old stone 3-Bedroom Cottage with a modern interior, just 50 yards from the beach in Marazion. Available for Holiday letting and suitable for 4 adults and 2 children...

Hawksland Mill

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Set in a quiet country lane and surrounded by farmland, the Mill lies within easy reach of many beautiful sandy beaches and has convenient road access to all parts of Cornwall. Hawksland Mill is three miles from the town of Wadebridge, which has good shopping facilities, and five miles from the ancient fishing port of Padstow.

Lindford House Holiday Cottages

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Self catering holiday cottages, set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the Coverack and Helford River areas, on the Lizard Peninsula, in picturesque South Cornwall UK.

Mount Haven Hotel

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The Mount Haven Hotel & Restaurant is situated in its own grounds on the outskirts of the ancient market town of Marazion, overlooking the sea, and just a few minutes` walk from the beach. There are superb panoramic views over Mount`s Bay and the world-famous St. Michael`s Mount from the gardens and car park, as well as from most of the bedrooms.

Mullion Cove Hotel

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Mullion Cove Hotel stands in a spectacular position on the cliffs above the working harbour of Mullion Cove. Built at the behest of the Cornish Railway at the turn of the century, it commands spectacular views along thirty miles of glorious coastline. From the lounge, look down to the harbour with its jetties, fish cellars and sandy beaches and along the dramatic coastline of Britain`s most southerly peninsula.

Old Primary School (The) - Ludgvan village

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Self Catering Accommodation in a beautiful Cornish village - The Old Primary School was formally a Victorian School for infants dating from 1875 and was converted in 1985 for residential use. The Old School Cottage forms part of The Old Primary School and is completely self-contained, having its own entrance and parking area and comprising lounge/diner, double bedroom and bath/shower room. What is now the lounge used to be the Headmaster`s study and is fitted with a kitchenette, complete with microwave, electric cooker and fridge. The comfortably furnished lounge area also has colour TV and a bed-settee for those families with children. The lounge window offers views towards St Michael`s Mount and the surrounding countryside.

Parc an Grouse

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Parc an Grouse is a B&B situated overlooking the ocean just a short walk from St.Keverne village in Cornwall. Ideal spot for Birding on the Helford river or walking the coastal path...

Pencubitt House

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Pencubitt is somewhere special... a beautiful Victorian Country Mansion secluded in its own mature Cornish garden just outside the traditional market town of Liskeard, close to Looe and Polperro on the picturesque South Cornish Coast.

Portscatho Holidays

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We are the largest provider of self-catering properties throughout the beautiful Roseland Peninsula. We offer modern waterside homes to quaint secluded country cottages deep in the Roseland...

Special Places Cottages

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Special Places is family run, and began eight years ago with our own two cottages. We now offer a collection of lovely holiday homes in this recognised area of outstanding natural beauty.

The Cartwheel

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The Cartwheel offers Luxury Cornwall holiday accommodation in Millbrook Cornwall on the fabulous Rame Peninsula. The Cartwheel is a newly refurbished Luxury Cornish holiday bungalow featuring....

Wolf Rock Holiday Flat - Porthcurno

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Wolf Rock is a lovely self catering holiday apartment only a few minutes walk from the beautiful sandy Porthcurno Beach in Cornwall. It is close to the coastal path which leads to further, remote, sandy beaches...

Birdlife of the River Camel

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I hope that the following information will be of use to the 90,000 birdwatchers who visit the area each year. (Cornwall County Council, Camel Trail Survey, supported by Port Isaac Visitors Survey]. I have been involved with the River Camel ever since I came to live in Wadebridge in 1984. Much of the information has been amassed through personal experience and any opinions that I have expressed, in the interest of peace and harmony, should be treated as personal.

Birdwatching in West Cornwall

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Welcome to our Birdwatching Page. West Cornwall is renowned for rare birds, and several top birders live in the area. We are developing this site daily, and intend to provide a comprehensive Internet resource for birding in West Cornwall. We will be restricting the area covered to the District of Penwith - but will bring hot news from outside! When a rare bird is found in the area, location details and travel directions will be put on this site, together with weather and - as and when possible - images. Any bird reports from the area will be most welcome, and will be included in the round-ups.

Camelbirder

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This website is dedicated to the Natural History of the Camel Estuary in North Cornwall – includes latest bird sightings.

Cornish Birds of Prey Centre

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The Cornish Birds of Prey Centre is situated on the A39 at Winnards Perch, halfway between St. Columb Major and Wadebridge and approximately 12 miles from Newquay in Cornwall. We have here at the Centre over 50 birds of prey for you to see, many of which take part in regular flying displays and participate in hands-on experiences. We are able to cater for all ages and disabilities, as the Centre is set on open ground with a gentle slope and stunning views...

Cornwall Bird Atlas

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For many years there has been no way of bringing together the diverse records relating to many of the breeding and non-breeding bird species. Randomly collected records of common breeding and wintering species have been a particular cause for concern and there has been much discussion about the best way to handle such records...

Cornwall Birding

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Welcome to Cornwall Birding, the website dedicated to Birds, Birders and Birding in Cornwall. We aim to provide up to date information and images of rare birds when they occur and support important ornithological projects in the county. We welcome photos and articles to do with birds and birding in Cornwall as well as your sightings and trip reports...

IntoCornwall

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There are many sites around Cornwall which are of great interest to birdwatchers. These include: Marazion Marsh and Hayle Estuary, both of which have RSPB Reserves; Porthgwarra and many of the valleys on the Land`s End peninsula; Stithians Reservoir; the creeks of the Truro and Fal Rivers; the Camel Estuary with the Walmsley Sanctuary near Chapel Amble; Goss Moor; and Dozmary Pool. Christmas 2002 sightings in West Penwith included: Rosy Starling; 3 Cranes; Gyr Falcon; Ring Billed Gull; 2 Black Redstarts; Brent Goose; Little Egret...

Scillonian Pelagic Trips

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Warmed by the Gulf Stream, buffeted by the Atlantic, relying on sea and air links with the mainland, the unique Isles of Scilly are a world apart. Populated by a friendly community of just over 2000 islanders, sub-tropical Scilly has tranquillity and a quality of life long lost to less isolated places. Exotic plants and wild flowers, ancient cairns and crumbling castles, sparkling white sands by an azure sea - all just 28 miles from Land`s End in the south-west corner of the UK.

Screech Owl Sanctuary

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The sanctuary provides care and rehabilitation for wild sick and injured owls within Cornwall, and where possible ensures their safe release back to the wild when they are fully recovered, and if permanently disabled a comfortable home shall be provided in a suitable environment.