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POLDARK FILMING TOUR

DISCOVER WINSTON GRAHAM’S

CORNWALL

From the wild coastline of the far west to the open expanses of the Bodmin Moor

and beyond.

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If watching the swashbuckling series of Poldark has made you fall in love with all

things Cornish, then you may be considering a trip down to the South West during the

summer to see some of the stunning Poldark filming locations for yourself. This latest

adaptation of the Winston Graham novel, himself a former resident of Cornwall, has

thrilled viewers with its sweeping tale of romance, shipwrecks and tin mining; and

we’re sure that eager fans are going to make their way in droves to see the places where

the novel was brought to life, for both this series starring the gorgeous Aidan Turner,

and the original 1970s series starring Robin Ellis.

Perhaps one of the most spectacular Poldark filming locations is that of Botallack Mine,

situated between the town of St Just in Penwith and the village of Pendeen, which

doubled as the mine in the popular BBC adaptation. The mine’s engine houses were

built during the mid-1800s when the Cornish mining boom was at its peak. Perched

precariously high up on the cliff edge, overlooking the sea, they offer one of the most

iconic and breath-taking landscapes of the series, and give a taste of the perilous and

dangerous situations faced by the Poldark characters as they went about their daily

business.

If one of your favourite scenes is the one where Demelza spies on Ross as he takes his

usual morning swim, then a visit to the coastal area of St Levan is a must. Here you’ll

find Porthgarra, a tiny unspoilt cove near to Nampara, the setting for Ross’s house. It’s

also the place where Ross aids an escape and where the pilchard catch was filmed. St

Agnes Head doubles for the Nampara Valley, and is close to the former home of the

author Winston Graham. One of the most beautiful and most photographed areas in

Cornwall, it’s one place that shouldn’t be missed from your Poldark Tour.

POLDARK FILMING LOCATIONS

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A visit to Charlestown should also be on the agenda as it’s the place used to represent

Poldark’s city of Truro. With its Grade II listed harbour and original tall ships, you will

be forgiven for thinking that you’ve stepped back in time as you take in some authentic

18th century atmosphere.

Although Cornwall’s dramatic coastline does feature very heavily in the series, the wild

and rugged Bodmin Moor also makes an appearance in the series for several important

scenes, including the one in the very first episode where Ross learns of his father’s

death. So it’s also a must on any Poldark tour.

We can arrange your perfect itinerary with your private guide who will introduce you to

some of the beautiful Poldark filming locations such as Padstow, Truro, St Austell and

the wild Bodmin Moor? You’ll get to travel in comfort along the rugged Cornish

coastline, feel the sand between your toes on the glorious Cornish beaches and get to

tread in the footsteps of the dashing Captain Ross Poldark and his lovely young wife

Demelza. We have some fabulous recommendations for accommodation and dinners

that we can include too.

Be prepared for occasional wet and/or windy weather. A good pair of shoes are required

as some walking is required to get to some of the locations. Some of the walks and

locations, although relatively short, are along cliffs, beaches, steep paths and/or uneven

terrain. These tours are not suitable for small children and are not wheelchair

accessible.

POLDARK FILMING LOCATIONS

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Humphreys of Henley

creates and curates

authentic, rarefied

experiences that

showcase the beauty,

history and traditions of

the British countryside

and the people that

make it so special.

Welcome to Humphreys of Henley.

I was inspired to launch Humphreys of Henley by my love of the English

countryside. I was brought up in the Cotswolds and currently live in the

Chilterns. My desire is to share the hidden wonders of these places that are so

often missed by visitors.

Our guests provide our proudest moments, when we see their eyes widen in

amazement at the majesty of a hawk in full flight, or their absolute joy when

they shoot their first clay from the skies.

When we plan your itinerary with you, we identify each detail that will make

the day totally memorable for you. Your passions and interests are at the

heart of the itinerary, and will create fabulous countryside experiences.

Our guests tell us that they value the knowledge that they can trust us to

deliver exactly what we promise…and more. They value the break from

decision making in their busy lives; the only decisions that you will make on

the day is what to wear and what to eat.

Let us do the research, coordination and planning so that you can optimise

every moment of your precious leisure time, it’s what we love doing and, I’m

proud to say, we are very good at it.

My team and I look forward to creating your memorable experiences for you

and welcoming you to our favourite place in the world.

Samantha Evans

Founder and

Exquisite England Connoisseur

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CREATE YOUR LUXURY EXPERIENCEPlease share your preferences with us, and if you don’t know what you want to do please telephone us and we can inspire you with some fabulous ideas!

History & Culture

Windsor CastleBlenheim PalaceHighclere CastleExploring Oxford

Sandringham EstateBuckingham Palace

Hampton Court

Privileged access to Stunning Stately Homes and Private

Estates across the Chilterns and Cotswolds

Country activities & Sports

FalconryClay Shooting

ArcheryGame shooting

Horse ridingPolo lessons

HuntingFishingCroquet

Special Passions

Tiger Moth or Spitfire flyingForaging & Dining

From Mini to Aston MartinBoating & River Cruising

Garden ToursLiterary Tours

Vineyard and Brewery’sGuided Cycle or Walking Yours

Hot Air BallooningRowing

Canoe and Kayaking

Family Fun

Themed Treasure HuntsGuided Cycle or walking tours

Carriage Tours in Windsor Great Park

Exploring mazes and tunnels in stately homes

Segway drivingRowing

Canoe and KayakingRiver Cruise

Contact us and we will start the process of planning your fabulous itinerary

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