three days and three nights to newquay
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Three days and three nights to Newquay. During spring break, we organize a trip to Cornwall. Departure: April 15, 2013 Return: April 18, 2013. Places limited to 25 students. Newquay. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Three days and three nights to
NewquayDuring spring break, we organize a
trip to Cornwall.
Departure: April 15, 2013Return: April 18, 2013
Places limited to 25 students
NewquayNewquay is a seaside town and a fishing
port situated on the north Atlantic Coast of the Cornwall peninsula, Co. Cornwall. It is considered as one of the biggest and the most important cities in the county. It is situated approximately 20 miles west of Bodmin and 12 miles north of Truro (capital). The really great thing about Newquay is surf culture, including the schools and adventure centers which are at the heart of the city. So, this city is known as the surfing capital. In fact is the perfect place to get into the waves.
For lovers of natural sites, you will be charmed by the Riviera Britanique : the numerous cliffs, caves, creeks, shall not leave you indifferent.
Visit the City of Cornwall, you will not be disappointed by its many activities, its beauty and captivating heritage
Newquay
Departure : April 15th, 2013
Dijon StationMeeting place in front of the station 6:45 am
Departure of the train at 7:13 amArrival at « Paris Charles de Gaulle » at 9:02 am
Price of the ticket = 27€ / 21,87 £ per person
« Charles de Gaulle » Airport, ParisDeparture at 10:20 am
Arrival at 13:55 pm at Newquay with a stop over in Manchester from 11:00 am till 12:40 pm
Price of the ticket = 92,48 € / 74,9 £ per person
Total travel time = 5:76
During our travel, a bus will be at our disposal
Hosting: Newquay International
BackpackersThe youth hostel is located in the heart of
Newquay. Its location will enable you to discover the wonderful « Fistral » beach
This cozy youth hostel offers travelers a pleasant welcome and is in walking distance of the delightful city center.
For lovers of coastal landscape, thanks to its ideal location, you will explore the many coastal paths
This charming inn offers rooms of 2,3,4 or 6 beds.
This inn gives us a cookingSo you will be distributed in group of
students (approximately 4) to prepare breakfast or dinner
Price = 14,36€ (11,63£) /person/ nightwww.hostelworld.com/Auberge-Newquay
Program of the stay
Monday, 15th AprilLanding at airport : 13:55 pm
Departure by bus toward accomodation (about 16 min drive)
Installation in rooms + relaxation for 1 hour15:30 pm
→Visit the riviera britannique*18:00 pm
Return to hostel and supper
The Riviera Britanique
The Riviera Britannique is one of the most visited sites in Cornwall. On 11 km, it offers landscapes typical of this county : caves, creeks; high cliffs some of which being up to 223 meters’ high.
Being a geographer, you could not pass by this remarkeably beautiful landscape without stopping there for a while
We can put into practice our class : look at nature and the rock formation…You will not be disappointed by the landcape
Tuesday, 16th AprilFrom 8:30 am till 9:45 amThe breakfast is served.
10:15 am
We shall go to visit the castle of Trerice*Address : Kestle Mill, near Newquay, TR8 4PG
12:00 pm Restaurant of the Castle of Trerice (It is situated inside the castle)
1:00 – 1:30 pm
We shall go and visit the village of Crantock*4:00 pm= break time
Ex: Shopping, drink at the pub,Unwinding time on the beach
6:00 pmBack to inn
7:30 pmDinner
The end of day
The Castle of Trerice
The manor house of Trerice is an Elizabethan manor house. It’s a stone manor house, reconstructed in 1572-1573 in the shape of E.
On entering the manor, you will be captivated by the numerous sculpture and by the furnishing.
We can also visit the garden. It has an orchard with old varieties of fruit trees.
Price = 6,80 £ / 8,38 € per personhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/trerice/
The village of Crantock
Crantock is a charming village in Cornwall about two miles (3km) southwest of Newquay.It is a small, sparsely populated village. In 2001, the village had 764 inhabitants.Crantock is also popular for surfing, for its many sandy beaches and dunes. Religion is also well represented by its beautiful church…
We have chosen to visit this village because it is not far away of Newquay, but the village can offer a break between a festive city (Newquay) and a restful village.You can admire the sea shore and coastline with incredible diffs and large expanse of beach..
Wednesday, 17th AprilFrom 9:00 am till 10:15 am
Tasting of the breakfast10:30 am
We shall go to visit the museum
of British surfing *Address : 5 Mowhay close TR+2RJ, Newquay
(The visit lasts approximately 1 hour)12:00 pm
Restaurant “ The tavern Inn”, Newquay1:00 – 1:30 pm
We shall go to visit “Zinc mine of Groover”*route = 1 hour
4:00 pm 4:30 pm= break timeGift shop,
6:00 pmBack to inn
7:30 pmDinner
The end of day
This museum is a museum of surfing, which is typical of Newquay. Enthousiasts or surfers can discover the history of the sport.
The museum was created to preserve our surfing heritage The main objectives are to inspire, educate and encourage debate about our surfing culture and our second home : the sea.
The museum has adopted a Sustainability Policy for its staff and volunteers to work. It wants to become carbon neutral.Price : 2,5 £ / 3,1 € per person + conduct : 15 £/ 18,62€
It won a national museum’s award
Museum of British surfing
http://www.museumofbritishsurfing.org.uk/
Zinc mine of Geevor
The zinc mine is situated on the spectacular coast of Pendeer in Cornwall. Today, this mine is situated on the European road of the industrial heritage because it is considered as one of the most important in the country. It worked from 1909 till
1991. During this period, 50 000 tons of cassitérite were extracted. We chose this mine because it testifies to the industrial and historic heritage of the county. This visit will take place along an underground passage dating from the 18th century,
which will allow us to dive in its history.Price = 6£/ 7,40€ per student
Thursday, 18th AprilFrom 8:00 am till 9:00 am
Breakfast is served9:15 am
You must be ready for 9:15 am to leave in the direction of the airport of Newquay
9:30 amRegistering of your luggage
Return : April 18th, 2013
Airport of NewquayDeparture at 10:25 am
Arrival at 17:10 pm in Paris with a stop over in Manchester from 12:15 pm till 14:55 pm
Price of the ticket 96,95 € / 78,11£ per person
« Charles de Gaulle » , ParisDeparture of the train = 18:23 pm
Arrival at Dijon = 19:58 pmPrice of the ticket = 52€ / 41,89£ per person
Total travel time = 6:56
Recommandations
For the hosting :- Sleeping bag- Hand towel
- …
For the visits:- walking shoes
- K-way in the event of rain- Warm clothing
- - Umbrella
For the food:- Plan a tin opener for the 1st and the last one day (lunch)
It is advised to take a backpack instead of a suitcase because it’s more convenient. There will be some forward at the hosting
Total price of the trip
330 € per person268 £ per person
Come all !!!_____________________
Guide touristiqueRéalisé par - Grebin Romain- Drogrey Marion
Année 2012-2013 Mme Morisson