Day 2 - Portcothan to Newquay

Portcothan to Newquay
11 miles (18kms)
Ascent 670m (2200 ft)
Last night’s campsite was heaven sent. Just as I arrived the weather really took a turn for the worse. I quickly put the tent up and threw everything into it. A quick shower and some noddles, I lay in my sleeping bag listening to the belting rain.
A few times during the night, the clap of thunder woke me up. Thankfully, my tent stood up to the winds.
I set off at 8am this morning in a light drizzle. Thankfully, it didn’t last long before the sun came out.
This section is described as easy. I would disagree. There were a few steep climbs that were made difficult with a heavy and wet rucksack.
I walked along the cliff tops to Bedruthan Steps. These were formed by huge landslips. The area was busy with day walker and runners. It was funny watching them gingerly trying not to get their boots/trainers on the muddy paths.
I stopped for second breakfast at Mawgan Perth. It is a beautiful small beach resort. I know that the Cornish folk were once pirates but £17 for a small breakfast and a cup of tea is ridiculous. it was lovely and fortified me to carry on up another big cliff to Newquay.
As I arrived in Newquay, I came upon a birthday party on the beach. Seeing a large lady dressed up as a mermaid took me a little by surprise. No photographs were taken. 😬
I arrived at my campsite at 1pm and managed to get my clothes and I washed.
The weather has turned very pleasant and all my kit has been dried on my makeshift line.Read more