09 Mar 2015
Last night (8th March) saw the airing of the first episode of Poldark, and what an explosive intro it was! Packed with love, lust, family rivalry and, that's not to mention, the spectacular Cornish backdrop – the real star of the show.
Missed the episode? Then catch up here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/p02jslsh/poldark-episode-1?utm_source=vcnewsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_content=main&utm_campaign=28Feb2015
Cameras rolled across Cornwall, get the lowdown on some of the locations here https://www.visitcornwall.com/about-cornwall/blogging-cornwall/poldark-film-locations
So why not make like Ross and Demelza and step into Cornwall's 18th Century world of mining, smuggling and romance with one these Poldark-inspired experiences….
Discover the mining landscape on a kayaking adventure
Take to the sea for a two hour kayak adventure with Koru Kayaking around St Agnes Head, a Poldark film location and part of the incredible World Heritage Cornish Mining landscape. Paddle your way through archways and into caves, and with a unique perspective from the water, see the miners paths cut into the cliff-tops and the now open iron and tin seams at Cligga Cliffs.
www.korukayaking.co.uk/north-coast
Ride the Bodmin Moor Poldark Trail on horse back
Saddle up and experience Bodmin Moor on horseback with Hallagenna Riding and Cottage Holidays who provided stabling and accommodation for the stunt riders and horses while filming on the moors. Hallegenna's brand new 'Poldark Trail' takes in some of the locations visited during filming, including Rough Tor and Brown Willy, the highest point in Cornwall, and you will experience countryside and terrain ridden by those filming both the original and the forthcoming Poldark series.
Learn to make a Cornish pasty
A staple to any miners diet was the humble Cornish pasty – now protected by the EU. Learn the art of making this regional delicacy with a pasty making workshop where you'll get to grips with crimping, discover the traditional recipe and of course, try Cornwall's tastiest export. You'll also come away clued up on the history of the pasty and with a new appreciation as to why it is synonymous with the mining story of Poldark.
www.aggiearts.co.uk/cornish-pasty-making
Visit the namesake
Visit the TV series namesake, Poldark Mine and take an underground tour of the mine, the only complete underground mine open to the public in Cornwall and Devon. Go down 100 feet through narrow passageways and experience the dark and at times treacherous, conditions that miners faced every day. Underground scenes were filmed at here and a number of the artifacts were used as props.
Walk through Poldark land
Pull on your walking boots for a stomp through some of the mining areas that starred as outdoor film locations for Poldark. Experience the spectacular cliff-edge mine workings in a circular walk around Botallack Count House in west Cornwall, or take-in the beauty of Wheal Coates which sits in a breathtaking position on St Agnes Head.
www.st-agnes.com/discover/st-agnes.com-discover-poldark
A place to rest your head…
Retallack Resort & Spa
Two of the main cast members, Aidan Turner (Ross) and Eleanor Tomlinson (Demelza), stayed at Retallack Resort & Spa while filming for six weeks during the summer of 2014. With five star luxury facilities and a central location between Newquay and Padstow, the resort provided the perfect base for the upcoming duo.
Treglos Hotel
This four-star hotel near Padstow played host to a number of the Poldark cast and crew while filming. Treglos is renowned for its nearby 18 hole golf course as well as for its luxurious spa and restaurant.
The Rashleigh Arms
Check into the Rashleigh Arms in Charlestown and you'll be just a stone's throw from the spot where some of Poldark's central scenes were filmed. Steeped in history and tradition, Charlestown stood in for Cornwall's city of Truro and with elegant Georgian houses, squat fisherman's cottages and a fleet of square rigger ships, the town has long caught the attention of location managers. As you wander along the side of the original Grade II Listed harbour complete with Tall Ships, you can almost imagine that you've been cast as an extra or have been transported to Graham Winston's 18th Century setting.
Porthgwarra Holiday Cottages
Swim in the same waters as Aiden Turner and enjoy pasties from the Porthgwarra Cove Café by hiring a traditional Porthgwarra holiday cottage. Sitting at the heart of the St Aubyn Estate, the collection of six cottages boast sublime views of the crystal clear waters and were at the heart of the action when cameras rolled for pilchard fishing scenes. Corner Cottage is perfect for loved-up couples aka Ross and Demelza or pick Cove Cottage for your very own slice of waterside living.
http://www.staubynestatesholidays.co.uk/holiday-cottages/
Mannings
When producers, writers and the headline cast joined lucky locals for an exclusive viewing of the first episode at the Poldark premier in Truro they lay their head at Mannings, a stylish Grade II listed property in the center of the City.
For more ideas visit www.visitcornwall.com
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Notes to editors
For images visit http://visitcornwall.isebox.net/media-library/cornwalls-poldark
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