8 December 2007 - Padstow.

A weekend visit to Cornwall stopping in Padstow. The weather was wet and very windy.

Early morning view of the harbour showing the Christmas lights to be switched on in the evening.

The ferry leaving for Rock.

One of the other ferries high and dry for winter.

The rest of the day was spent touring around on the far side of the estuary. Follow this link to the next stop at Little Petherick. We returned to Padstow in the evening for the Christmas lights switch on and fireworks.

St Minver band playing in Padstow before the lights switch on.

A few night time shots of the harbour.

Carol singing as part of the ceremony to switch on the lights.

After the formalities the lights were switched on.

Jazz being played from the restaurant windows.

Later in the evening there was a firework display.

A final shot of the Christmas lights.