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В журнале Britain 07-08 2017 опубликована статья о домах Корнуолла, которые снимали в сериале Полдарк. Надеюсь, завсегдатаям вашего треда это будет интересно.



Под спойлером текст статьи на английском языке, который можно перевести с помощью Гугл-переводчика.

Although Aidan Turner takes the title role in TV’s adaptation of Poldark, it’s the breathtaking backdrop to the story of smugglers, shipwrecks and mining that is the real star of the show. Here, we take a look at some of the best spots to stay in this stunning south-west county to bring you closer to the white sandy beaches, rugged cliffs and turquoise waters for which the region is famous.

Set in a mature Cornish garden, Grade II listed Trerose Manor, near Falmouth, is a sweet B&B with three elegant and spacious en-suite guest rooms, featuring antique furniture and rare prints. Trerose, which is Cornish for ‘house on the headland’, is situated at the head of the Helford River – a river utilised by smugglers during the 18th and 19th centuries – and previous colourful owners of the manor house include the Killigrews: notorious 16th-century pirates.

After a restful night, guests can enjoy a traditional English breakfast with locally sourced sausages and bacon served in the warm and inviting kitchen or, on sunny days, outside on the terrace overlooking the garden. The manor is well located for coastal walks, as well as gardens, (such as Trelissick, Bonython and Heligan), historic houses, and tin mines.

Poldark tells the story of a returned British army ofcer who attempts to turn his misfortunes around by opening a derelict mine, and at Grade I listed Godolphin House in the village of Godolphin Cross, you can learn about Cornwall’s mining heritage.

Managed by National Trust Holidays, this unique 16th-century granite-stone house offers guests an authentic historic stay, with period features such as the exquisite linen-fold panelling and carved beams of the dining room.

Part of the Cornish Mining UNESCO World Heritage Site – the earliest evidence of mining on the 550-acre property dates from the Iron Age and tin was mined on the estate until the 20th century – the grounds and ornamental gardens include wild woodlands and a deer park. The house also has an interesting claim to fame as it is believed King Charles II sheltered here during the English Civil War.

St Agnes on the north coast of Cornwall offers excellent clifftop walking, soft sandy beaches and the beautiful ruins of the iconic Wheal Coates engine house. For four-star comfort and style, Rose in Vale offers traditional elegance fused with contemporary style. Tucked away in the wooded valley just outside the village of Mithian, each of the 22 rooms offers deep baths and lovely green views.

Guests will enjoy strolling the 10-acre gardens at the Grade II listed country house – originally two long cottages that were combined into one house with the addition of the iconic Georgian frontage in the early 1800s. Food is courtesy of the AA Rosette-award-winning Valley Restaurant, with sweeping views over the established gardens and a daily-changing menu with an interesting selection of wines. A 30-minute drive will also bring you to the steam trains of the Bodmin and Wenford Railway, where you can take a nostalgic trip on board the Cornish Belle , a luxurious first-class dining train, where tables are furnished with fresh linen and vintage table lamps.

The Nare, which calls itself ‘the country house hotel by the sea’, provides all the classic comforts of an English country home with the addition of a fresh ocean breeze. Located on the Roseland Heritage Coast, the hotel offers 36 rooms and suites, each individually decorated, an outdoor pool, a heated indoor pool, a hot tub, croquet lawn and two on-site dining options: the traditional Dining Room offers a five-course daily menu featuring the freshest local seafood, including Portloe lobster, and The Quarterdeck, which offers more relaxed a la carte options.

The sub-tropical climate of Cornwall allows for beautiful gardens of rare plants that weave their way from the four-star hotel down to the beach. But journey out a little further and you’ll discover that the Roseland Peninsula is home to many other beautiful gardens including at Caerhays Castle – home to the National Collection of Magnolias – and Tregothnan, the largest private botanical garden in Britain.

At The Old Coastguard, in the fishing village of Mousehole in West Cornwall, near Penzance, all rooms have a sea view – some offer just a glimpse while others provide a panorama from St Michael’s Mount to The Lizard. A modern take on the traditional inn, The Old Coastguard’s ethos is to create a local institution, which, luckily for visitors, means prices in its bar and restaurant represent good value for money. It is also well placed for anyone wanting to visit the Roman-esque Minack Theatre this summer. A short drive across to Cornwall’s Atlantic coastline will bring you to the big sister of The Old Coastguard, The Gurnard’s Head. A dining pub with rooms, the emphasis here is on slowing down, appreciating the dramatic coastal scenes and enjoying fresh, seasonal food from the pub’s simple menu. Choose between a table in the bar, the dining room or in the enclosed garden – depending on the weather, of course.

Commanding incredible sea views and overlooking the white sands of Porthminster Beach, four-star St Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa in the idyllic town of St Ives offers a luxurious spa escape set in a cobblestone seaside village.

St Ives, named after the arrival of the Irish Saint La in the 5th century, was once an important fishing port but became a popular holiday destination with the arrival of the Great Western Railway in 1877 when Victorians journeyed south to enjoy the long sandy beaches. Built in the late 19th century to capitalise on the new holidaymakers, the hotel features opulently decorated suites in a neutral beachside-chic palette, with some including balconies and sea views. In the warm summer months, dine al fresco on the terrace with a lunch of chilled white wine and fresh local seafood or opt for the Champagne afternoon tea, which includes an excellent selection of cakes, fresh sandwiches, scones and, of course, Cornish clotted cream.

Exploring the region reveals a strong artist community – artists such as JMW Turner flocked to the area to capture the spectacular scenery – that can be seen today at the St Ives School and the Tate St Ives gallery, which overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and which is currently undergoing a transformation. If you’re feeling adventurous and are keen to gain some insight into the great working mines of Cornwall’s past, head along the coast to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Geevor Tin Mine (formerly North Levant Mine). Now a museum and heritage centre, it is the largest preserved mine site in the country – and much like the family mine that Poldark himself seeks to resurrect.