Padstow

England

Padstow perches where the River Camel meets Cornwall's north coast, famous for Rick Stein's restaurants and its working fishing harbour. The A39 Atlantic Highway connects via Wadebridge, whilst the scenic B3276 hugs the coast from Newquay. Long-distance visitors follow the M5 to A30 through Devon. The medieval May Day Obby Oss festival transforms the narrow streets into a pagan carnival that's remained unchanged for centuries.