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Beach Event: The Slyder Cup on Porthtowan Beach – 22nd June 2014

Slyder Cup 2.0 surfing event on Porthtowan Beach, Cornwall June 22nd

Slyder Cup 2.0 surfing event on Porthtowan Beach, Cornwall June 22nd

Billed as “The Summer Solstice Friction Affliction Convention”, the Slyder Cup celebrates the art of waveriding without fins. The event, which will be hosted on Porthtowan Beach, Cornwall on Sunday 22nd June brings together body surfers, paipo riders, mat surfers, bellyboarders and alaia riders in a one-day event that celebrates the art of waveriding from a ‘finless’ perspective.

The event gives a platform to the diversity that exists in the wavesliding culture, with the competition open to both experienced and emerging talents on the burgeoning alternative scene with an emphasis on good vibes, good rides and good times across the categories of body surf and handplane; paipo and bellyboard; surf mat; alaia and finless boards.

Shapers – from backyard builders to established names –  are invited to showcase their alternative surf craft and there will be some waveriding vehicles to demo on the day.

Below is a few shots taken from last years event (Courtesy of Mat Arney / Approaching Lines)  and this years setting Porthtowan Beach. To keep updated on the event visit the approaching lines website HERE

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Porthtowan Beach in Cornwall

 

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Carbis Bay beach flies Blue Flag for Cornwall

Carbis Bay Beach near St Ives in Cornwall

Click here to view the beautiful Carbis Bay beach in 360º with our interactive panorama.

Carbis Bay Beach has retained its Blue Flag status for the eighth year, making it the only beach in Cornwall to receive the honour in 2014.

The Blue Flag Award is an internationally recognised symbol only awarded to the best beaches in the world.

In Britain the prestigious scheme is administered by Keep Britain Tidy, which announced today (Tuesday 20 May) that Carbis Bay had retained its award for another year.

The 25 acres of golden sandy beach at Carbis Bay is owned by the Carbis Bay Hotel & Spa, which overlooks the bay and offers direct access to the beach for its guests.

As well as being the only beach in Cornwall to be awarded Blue Flag status in 2014, Carbis Bay is also the only British beach privately owned by a hotel to achieve the accolade.

Stephen Baker, owner of the Carbis Bay Hotel & Spa said: “We strive for the highest standards across all of our hotel facilities, and being awarded the Blue Flag lets all of our guests and visitors know that they can expect the very best in water quality, facilities, safety, environmental education and management.

“The award doesn’t just benefit the hotel, but the wider tourism economy in Carbis Bay and West Cornwall. Combined with our planned beachfront development, which will include which will include a water sports centre, conference and wedding venue, restaurant and community hub, Carbis Bay Beach will become a focal point for the local community, attract year-round use and bring more visitors to the area.” Carbis Bay beach is one of 168 in England to be awarded a Blue Flag for 2014.

Carbis Bay Beach near St Ives in Cornwall has been awarded the blue flag in 2014

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Three Cornish beaches presented with Seaside Award

Seaside award 2014

 Polzeath beachPorthtowan beach and Gyllyngvase beach have all been awarded a 2014 Seaside Award for good management by the Keep Britain Tidy group. The seaside award is a nationally recognised mark of approval for a beach that merits water quality, developed facilities, encouraged beach activities and dog responsibility.

 

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Polzeath Beach in Cornwall achieves Seaside Award 2014

Seaside award 2014

The beautiful Polzeath Beach, on the north coast of Cornwall has been awarded a 2014 Seaside Award for good management by the Keep Britain Tidy group. The seaside award is a nationally recognised mark of approval for a beach that merits water quality, developed facilities, encouraged beach activities and dog responsibility.

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Free Pocket Cornwall Beach Guides to launch summer 2014!

Pocket Cornwall Beach Guides

Cornish travel website 360degreebeaches.com, are producing the first of a series of free pocket beach guides for visitors to Cornwall.

Pocket Cornwall Beach Guides

Launching this summer in West Cornwall, the handy guides will highlight the areas top 10 beaches and provide useful information such as directions, amenities, lifeguard times and dog rules as well as advice on beach safety.

The guides will be free to pick up and an initial print run of 7,500 will be distributed across hotels, camp sites, holiday cottages and beaches throughout the summer months.

360º Beaches is giving local businesses the opportunity to advertise in the beach guide, putting their business in front of thousands of visitors enjoying their time in Cornwall, encouraging incentive based adverts to entice visitors into their premises.

James Beresford explains…

“By offering coupons / offers, their adverts will not only just promote their business, but be genuinely useful, and will encourage readers to visit and in turn be converted into customers. Whether it’s a free scoop of ice cream, 10% off a pasty or a free surf lesson it’s a vital connection made”

360º Beaches is asking any local businesses interested in advertising to get in touch with James via email at info@360degreebeaches.com. The print deadline for the summer 2014 issue is June 15th. A design service is also available.

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Kynance Cove on The Lizard.

Kynance Cove - The Lizard in Cornwall - ©360º Beaches

Kynance Cove - The Lizard - West Cornwall

Stunning? Breathtaking? Beautiful? mesmerising? How about all of the above.

I’m writing this post whilst sporting my first freckles of the year and a hint of a tan after spending a beautiful sunny day out photographing Cornwall’s beautiful beaches. Yesterday’s trip was around The Lizard Peninsula, located in West Cornwall and the county’s most southerly point. Home to traditional small fishing ports such as Coverack and Mullion, The Lizard also hosts a handful of glorious beaches, nestled between the dramatic cliff coastline.

Kynance Cove is one of these beaches, located on the west side of The Lizard approximately 2 miles up from Lizard point and despite it’s remote location, it’s quite easy to find. Starting from the town of Helston, head for the air base RNAS Culdrose (look for the low flying planes if you having trouble finding it…).and drive around the boundary of the base, heading south on the A3083 signposted “The Lizard” and just keep driving straight, for approximately 7 miles / 10minutes which will take you through Ruan Minor. Once you’ve passed through the village, look closely for the roadside signs for Kynance Cove, and the turning will on the right. For those with Sat Nav, the post code you want is this:  TR12 7PJ

Once off the main road you drive for about 1 mile along an open narrow road, with lots of speed bumps (and potholes :-S ) so best to go slow if you want to keep your wheels and wing mirrors intact. Just as it seems as if you’re heading on a road to nowhere, like a mirage in a desert, you will arrive at the entrance to the large car park, and are greeted by the National trust attendant.  The charge to park is £3.50 (or free if you’re a member)  and all the money collected goes back into keeping Kynance Cove looking as beautiful as it is.

To see a fantastic 360º interactive panoramic view of Kynance Cove and a full list of it’s facilities click the link below:
Kynance Cove Beach