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Village in Cornwall, England
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Rock (Cornish: Pennmeyn) is a village in North Cornwall, on the Camel Estuary. Rock is a popular base for holidaymakers. It is sometimes referred to as "Britain's St Tropez" and the "Kensington of Cornwall" due to its popularity with affluent holidaymakers. It is a well established centre for water sports.
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Standing among the sand dunes above Daymer Bay and surrounded by the fairways of the local golf course. Some of the architecture of this church dates back to the 12th century. Sir John Betjeman was said to be fond of it, and is buried there.
Bronze Age tumuli and a fine view over the estuary
Iron Age clifftop fortifications
A James Braid designed course over hilly terrain. It's a tight course with a punishing rough.
popular with recreational sailors
popular with families as the bathing here is sheltered
popular with surfers as there is a reliable beach break here, plus a range of surf shops, bars etc
Produces Doom Bar beer. They have a shop at the brewery for details.
Self-catering apartments also available
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