Day 9. A sort of rest day in Camelford.

RDay 9. A sort of rest day in Camelford. Port Isaac and back. 31 km.

A slow start as we planned to explore around Camelford. A drizzle set in so we had a few false starts before setting off towards Port Isaac sans panniers. Just as well because there were a few mean climbs on route through St Teath. The weather improved so we had a good view of the rugged North Cornwall coastline.  

We descended off the plateau to Port Gaverne, and from there had to push our bikes up a steep incline to the parking area in Port Isaac where the Mme Dawes where told to wait. Port Isaac is a typical but touristy Cornish fishing village, probably changed forever by the filming of the Doc Martin TV series here. We wandered past the harbour, bought Cornish pasties (the real deal - lamb with mint to give Nanaga a run) and headed up the hills towards St Quin for great views of the coast.

We returned on the busy B-road. It was easier cycling but we had to concentrate on the passing holiday makers. We had a relaxed evening at our self-catering Airbnb. Good old porkies washed down with a Sicilian white blend.