From Wadebridge gentle route down hill through broad leaf woods following the route of the old branch line to Padstow(Betjeman described the intrusion of the old green liveried southern railway engines into 'cream and chocolate' territory, on this route)
The route levels out and the camel estuary opens to the riders right with glimpses of the open sea on the later parts of the route.
Before this, the famous,award winning, camel vineyards, may(on boxing day?)offer inspiration for wine purchases for the new year celebrations.
Padstow ,with it's beautiful views towards the beautiful beaches of Rock and harbour side pubs,is a welcoming prospect.
Richard Tassell