ROMANTIC CORNWALL WALK in Daphne Du Maurier's Cornwall, Menabilly to Polkerris via Gribben Head

Join us for a romantic walk, inspired by Daphne Du Maurier. Starting in Menabilly Barton car park, we descend to Polridmouth or "Pridmouth" Cove to see the cottage that inspired the boathouse in Du Maurier's most famous book, 'Rebecca'. A steep climb up to Gribbin Head revealing a most romantic picnic spot before following the coast path to Polkerris. After leaving Polkerris, we return finding a glimpse of Menabilly, Du Maurier's home, and inspiration for Manderley in 'Rebecca'.
The walk is taken from The Official Guide to Daphne Du Maurier in Cornwall.
Are you up for some outtakes? You are in for a treat ...

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  • @loripadilla669
    @loripadilla6695 жыл бұрын

    A lovely walk! Polkerris is beautiful. Thanks for sharing. Happy Valentines Day!

  • @jamesonyoutube1975
    @jamesonyoutube19754 жыл бұрын

    You both make an excellent couple and i love watching your videos fantastic. keep them coming.

  • @dannypridmore9613
    @dannypridmore96135 жыл бұрын

    Happy Valentine's Day to a great couple! xx

  • @michaeljin101
    @michaeljin1013 жыл бұрын

    How nice it was to meet here, another year Valentine Day approaching, only this time, it is 2021. What a different world in the middle of this horrible Covid war! I wish everybody well and try/fight to be well and healthy! Thank you for your video sharing a marvelous background in a famous writer's works, and I'm still learning English.

  • @CornishWalkingTrails

    @CornishWalkingTrails

    3 жыл бұрын

    Your English is great - keep learning! Sarah :)

  • @cebusapella9125
    @cebusapella91255 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the video - a lovely bit of coast, and I love the views out over St Austell Bay. Yes that building is a lime kiln, presumably to produce lime to spread on the local fields. Happy Valentine's day to you both!

  • @CornishWalkingTrails

    @CornishWalkingTrails

    5 жыл бұрын

    Of course! That makes sense! Sarah :)

  • @MrTerryb1956
    @MrTerryb19565 жыл бұрын

    Sarah your voice is so relaxing , your smile warms my heart like a sunny day .... Andrew "mud walking " i thought the chocolate had an effect on you and that you might have been caught short . Love you two guys .Keep up the great blogs xx

  • @esthermorrissey1454
    @esthermorrissey14545 жыл бұрын

    Happy Valentine’s day Guys, As usual a lovely, happy, gentle, informative video. Loved it..............XX

  • @rsrch412
    @rsrch4125 жыл бұрын

    You're my favourites! Happy Valentine's Day to you

  • @chaldon2viewJ84M
    @chaldon2viewJ84M5 жыл бұрын

    Great walk to take and I enjoyed it. You always make us smile but today especially with that ending!! Happy Valentines Day to you both. Warm greetings, Julie

  • @CornishWalkingTrails

    @CornishWalkingTrails

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Julie, glad you got to the end! I think it was worthy of outtakes! Sarah :)

  • @susanbarganier2282
    @susanbarganier22825 жыл бұрын

    I agree with Nick Hall, your humor and joy is infectious. Happy Valentine's Day!

  • @ryminsta
    @ryminsta4 жыл бұрын

    I commented on a previous video suggesting this walk. Then I found this 🤦 great walk 👍🏻

  • @idatipping2428
    @idatipping24284 жыл бұрын

    Happy many more Valentines to you 🥂💐

  • @billyb5057
    @billyb50575 жыл бұрын

    snow drops daffodils seems your spring flowers a little early the walk looked a bit muddy nice little waterfall great views too there *🎭🔍fully watching and supporting🔎🎭✅ we gave a like👍🇦🇺👍😉 😊*

  • @CornishWalkingTrails

    @CornishWalkingTrails

    5 жыл бұрын

    Spring is definitely feeling early but I think nature us just doing her thing! Sarah :)

  • @sudsymama
    @sudsymama5 жыл бұрын

    This is a really interesting walk. Thanks for the outtakes at the end. Very entertaining. Happy Valentines Day!

  • @bettyshort2130
    @bettyshort21305 жыл бұрын

    Hi Sarah and Andrew Well what can I say this is one of your funniest yet, the mud walking was so funny just what me and my other half do, we've done all of those and even held onto the fence and still slipped up it's been so muddy, hilarious!!! Aren't you a couple of romantics, chocolate, prosecco and a lovely walk in a stunning location, what a great idea. We celebrated Valentine's Day decorating the bathroom with an omelette and custard slice for our romantic meal, and they say romance is dead, ha. ha. Great walk and lovely views so really enjoyed it. Were the out-takes before or after the prosecco, great laugh watching you two. Looking forward to your next one. thanks again Bets x

  • @CornishWalkingTrails

    @CornishWalkingTrails

    5 жыл бұрын

    Believe it or not, the outtakes were before the prosecco. I think the words may have flowed better if it had been the other way around!! Sarah :)

  • @petertaylor5523
    @petertaylor55234 жыл бұрын

    Great video, thank you! I admire your editing and the camera angles. This must take so much setting up but it makes them so professional. Gribben Head area is my favourite walk ! Thanks again.

  • @AlanMETALMAN
    @AlanMETALMAN5 жыл бұрын

    Haha, I think it was 50p each, so no change lol. Problem with the snow melting is the remaining mud but what a place to have a cottage, right on the beach - perfect. The Gribbon was an interesting structure mind, I thought it was going to be a lighthouse at first and not a lookout. Very nice touch with the chocolate and shampoo but what a shame about the old church being locked up - very unusually indeed. Without the mud, it would have been a definite 9 from me. I always like a good blooper and a real good way to end the video, well, apart from kissing the subscribers that is lol! Cheers Alan

  • @CornishWalkingTrails

    @CornishWalkingTrails

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Alan, Got to have a few bloopers! As you can see I was creased up when we were trying to get it right! Had to go in the video! You are right about the mud. I don't like the thought of falling over, although that might end up in the bloopers! Sarah :0

  • @cynthiastogden7000
    @cynthiastogden70003 жыл бұрын

    Lovely walk. Been to Sam's once or twice in Polkerris for good food. I believe? , a farm called 'Barton' as in Menabilly Barton, means a farm totally surrounded by it's own land. ??

  • @judybee
    @judybee5 жыл бұрын

    I so enjoyed this one! I love Daphne du Maurier. Came down for the Book Festival many many moons ago....do they still have it? However, this area is one I haven't really explored very much, so this was lovely to watch especially seeing Menabilly. Loved the snowdrops and spotted daffodils too along the way. As for the mud, well, that's part and parcel of all the fun isn't it?! You two have a very special relationship....it's a breath of fresh air in this world we live in these days. Keep smiling and laughing! x

  • @CornishWalkingTrails

    @CornishWalkingTrails

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Judy, Yes, the festival still happens and also Fowey has Regatta Week, and we discovered their wonderful Christmas Market too! Sarah :)

  • @TravellingTorunn
    @TravellingTorunn5 жыл бұрын

    So romantic

  • @CornishWalkingTrails

    @CornishWalkingTrails

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Torunn, glad you enjoyed the video - when will you be walking this stretch? Sarah :)

  • @TravellingTorunn

    @TravellingTorunn

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@CornishWalkingTrails We will (according to plan) walk this stretch in 2021. Falmouth - Portscatho - Portloe - Mevagissey - Charlestown - Fowey - Looe - Portwrinkle - Plymouth. We will of course have some extra overnight stops and visit Eden Project and The Lost Gardens Of Heligan. And then we will have completed the Cornwall part of the South West Coast Path. Then we will have to decide whether we will go for the remaining parts of the whole path, or take on something else. I.e. the Thames Path or something completely different. Time will show :) Btw - did you receive my email about accomodation along the path?

  • @jilllovesbeegees70
    @jilllovesbeegees705 жыл бұрын

    I love the name mud waddle. It sounds like a village in Cornwall.. or an estate perhaps 😮 Andrew is fun and playful, makes it fun to watch. Happy valentines day I love dauphines Rebecca. Thank you

  • @CornishWalkingTrails

    @CornishWalkingTrails

    5 жыл бұрын

    Mud waddle Estate!! I think you could be on to something there! Sarah :)

  • @steviesgirlbrenwag
    @steviesgirlbrenwag5 жыл бұрын

    Loved the vlog! How romantic! My favourite mud walk is “letting my hubby carry me through!” 😉

  • @CornishWalkingTrails

    @CornishWalkingTrails

    5 жыл бұрын

    Excellent plan! I think we might sink though, imagine!!! Sarah :D

  • @steviesgirlbrenwag

    @steviesgirlbrenwag

    5 жыл бұрын

    Cornish Walking Trails 😂... or perhaps like the “Vicar of Dibley” when she jumps into the mud puddle!? You are such a sweet couple ☺️ take care!!! From your New Yorker “friends” across the pond... Steve & Brenda

  • @CornishWalkingTrails

    @CornishWalkingTrails

    5 жыл бұрын

    Funny! I know the one you mean!! Sarah :)

  • @loristeiner5493
    @loristeiner54935 жыл бұрын

    Happy Valentines Day Sarah and Andrew! Beautiful walk ,such a perfect way to celebrate Valentines Day , Sarah , I thought you were going to pull a five course dinner out of your bag lol . Have a fantastic weekend ,I will be celebrating Valentines with the kids ,I do a candlelight supper for the whole family a little tradition we started years ago and they really enjoy it still !! Happiness your way,Lori

  • @CornishWalkingTrails

    @CornishWalkingTrails

    5 жыл бұрын

    Mary Poppins moment! We did joke about that but taking a ladder or hatstand with us ... tricky!! Sarah :)

  • @canuckpeoplerule
    @canuckpeoplerule5 жыл бұрын

    Almost forgot, great video.

  • @FR-iz7mp
    @FR-iz7mp3 жыл бұрын

    Keep smiling

  • @anitaford6559
    @anitaford65595 жыл бұрын

    Lol at the out takes.

  • @triciacorin7640
    @triciacorin76405 жыл бұрын

    Great walk, love you guys,happy valentines

  • @dianat7764
    @dianat77645 жыл бұрын

    We loved this walk and video, thank you Sarah and Andrew. We did part of the walk last year including the stretch from Polkerris to Polridmouth via Gribbin Head, so it was great to be taken back. The pair of you were on form, and we enjoyed the outtakes!

  • @CornishWalkingTrails

    @CornishWalkingTrails

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Diana, Glad you were entertained! I had to include the outtakes, we were laughing at ourselves when we watched them back!! Sarah :)

  • @nickhall7894
    @nickhall78945 жыл бұрын

    Great video once again, your humour and joy is infectious! I think Pridmouth looks worthy of a visit on our trip down in August. Happy Valentine’s Day!

  • @CornishWalkingTrails

    @CornishWalkingTrails

    5 жыл бұрын

    I don't think you will be disappointed. just a heads up, there were lots of double yellow lines and parking notices nearer Polkerris and Menabilly so I think it gets busy - good luck! Sarah :)

  • @susanvelves8126
    @susanvelves81265 жыл бұрын

    Happy ❤! Beautiful location. Well done. Thanks a bunch. Watching it again. 💙💜💚💛

  • @CornishWalkingTrails

    @CornishWalkingTrails

    5 жыл бұрын

    Love that you are watching it again! Sarah :)

  • @AnderswohinReisen
    @AnderswohinReisen5 жыл бұрын

    lovely walk, funny video. Thank you!

  • @CommunityToursAustralia
    @CommunityToursAustralia5 жыл бұрын

    Thankyou for another great walk ...cute little lambs towards the end how sweet on Valentines Day ⚘

  • @CornishWalkingTrails

    @CornishWalkingTrails

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Dave, Spring is definitely on the way over here! Sarah :)

  • @CommunityToursAustralia

    @CommunityToursAustralia

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@CornishWalkingTrails soon I will film.you beautiful falling leafs in the park

  • @CornishWalkingTrails

    @CornishWalkingTrails

    5 жыл бұрын

    Of course! That will be great to see, can't wait! Sarah :)

  • @jonathanparamor3503
    @jonathanparamor35035 жыл бұрын

    As always, fab video. Good to see Cornwall at this time of the year with spring just starting . Thanks for sharing. 🤗

  • @CornishWalkingTrails

    @CornishWalkingTrails

    5 жыл бұрын

    You are very welcome! I think it is probably a bit different to the tourist board image of wall-to-wall sunshine but still appealing, and a bit more real! Sarah :)

  • @cuccumagic
    @cuccumagic5 жыл бұрын

    Great video thank you for the kiss Andrew, the out take where very funny 😂 ciao

  • @CornishWalkingTrails

    @CornishWalkingTrails

    5 жыл бұрын

    Interesting - we debated about leaving that in or not!! Sarah :)

  • @susanvelves8126
    @susanvelves81265 жыл бұрын

    Sweet episode. 💜

  • @anthonybelcher8569
    @anthonybelcher85694 жыл бұрын

    Hi, I enjoy watching your awesome videos,that are so interesting and informative,

  • @jakedeal6508
    @jakedeal65085 жыл бұрын

    Happy Valentine’s Day

  • @MariaLeel
    @MariaLeel4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for posting this video... My beloved and I took this walk in September this year and it was roasting! Lovely to see it done at a different time of year... But no pint in the Rashleigh Arms? You missed out x So glad you enjoyed 'The King's General' - it's not well known but my personal favourite x

  • @bradvincent6960
    @bradvincent69605 ай бұрын

    I have never been to Pridmouth EVER that it isn't a muddy walk from the farm parking lot.

  • @brianswan3559
    @brianswan35593 жыл бұрын

    Polkerris is featured in the 1972 movie Doomwatch.

  • @campervancapers6320
    @campervancapers63205 жыл бұрын

    What a lovely walk!! Beautiful beaches and coves.... And coastal views.... Even if a little muddy! (Liking Andrew's mud waddle!!)..and the 'kissing' sheep were well cute!! Can see where Du Maurier got her inspiration. Out of interest.... Where do you find your really interesting walking route books?? Online.... Or are they all old owned favourites?? Thanks for sharing guys!! A well earned 10/10 there!! Even with the Bloopers!! 😀👍❤

  • @CornishWalkingTrails

    @CornishWalkingTrails

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Vicky, We have collected the books over the years because walking has always been something we have done and enjoyed. Some are really old, some second hand but a lot of them are still available online. the national trust shops always stock a good range! Sarah :)

  • @campervancapers6320

    @campervancapers6320

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Sarah! I'm a bit of a second hand bookshop addict.... so I'll keep my eyes open!! 😊👍

  • @CornishWalkingTrails

    @CornishWalkingTrails

    5 жыл бұрын

    Me too! Might sound a bit odd, but I love the smell of really old books, better than digital ones! Sarah :)

  • @campervancapers6320

    @campervancapers6320

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@CornishWalkingTrails Absolutely! Can't even bring myself to use a kindle, or such.... If I'm reading a book, I wanna turn the pages!! 😀😀

  • @canuckpeoplerule
    @canuckpeoplerule5 жыл бұрын

    I was just wondering what you guys use to edit your videos?