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Stories from the Bay

Watergate Bay Hotel is so close to the sea you can watch the surfers from the pool. It’s about the balance in life: getting among the elements, eating and drinking well, having a good time with family and friends.

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Blueberry gin and rose collins recipe

Curio Blueberry and Lime Gin, a few drops of rose water, soda water and a handful of blueberries.

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Spider crab poke recipe

Plenty of white meat which is sweeter and meatier makes this spider crab dish a firm favorite in Zacry's.

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Shooting stars with Aaron Jenkin

West Cornwall-based photographer Aaron Jenkin makes his living from night time photography.

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Introducing No.1 Cubs

No.1 Cubs has come a long way in a short time, we caught up with co-founder Matt Butler to hear the Cubs story - from all day brunches to bear-hugging parasols in the autumn gales.

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Cornish rock

From Cornwall's beginnings south of the equator to gazing at Watergate's cliffs to 'sense for a moment the dizzying age of the Earth', award-winning author Philip Marsden shares a glimpse beneath the surface of Cornwall.

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What to pack for a trip to Cornwall

It's sometimes hard to know what to pack when you go on holiday, however, there are a few essentials that we suggest you don't leave home without.

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History uncovered

History uncovered! WW2 bomb was destroyed at Watergate Bay with a controlled explosion by Southern Diving Unit from Plymouth.

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Best dog friendly beaches in Cornwall

Watergate Bay is dog friendly all year round, but there are many dog friendly beaches to choose from in Cornwall.

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Grilled halloumi burger recipe

Swap your beef burger for halloumi and you've got a surprisingly healthy vegetarian alternative. Here's how we serve our grilled halloumi burger at The Beach Hut.

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Emily's chocolate mousse recipe

A pudding that is rarely met with anything but delight. A mousse that is rich but light. Top with Rodda's clotted cream or delicious with vanilla ice cream.

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Warrior of the Surf

Standing at 15ft tall, the giant Warrior of the Surf is the latest addition to the Bay. Created by local sculptor Richard Austin.

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Meet: Ramesh Swaminathan

We catch up with Beach Hut chef, Ramesh to find out his impression of Cornwall's food scene and what being part of Watergate Bay means to him.

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Watergate Bay on Film

Our films of what you can discover at Watergate Bay beach and Watergate Bay Hotel on the north Cornwall coast.

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Events calendar

On a blustery September evening 500 people came to Watergate Bay to watch the first ever polo match to be played on a beach in the UK. Ten years on it became firmly established in the Cornwall event calendar drawing crowds of over 10,000.

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Polo on the Beach

Polo on the Beach was always designed to break down the elitist barriers associated with polo, letting as many people as possible have a taste of this dynamic, action-packed spectacle, capturing their imagination and inspiring them to try something new.

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