What does PEDN OLVA mean in Cornish?
Pedn-Olva, by the way, is old Cornish for “lookout on the headland”.
Is PEDN OLVA dog friendly?
We love dogs here at the Pedn Olva and we wouldn’t want them to miss out on a little holiday too! We’re the ideal hound hideaway for dogs due to our fantastic location! There are some idyllic walks in our local area and plenty of dog friendly beaches.
What does Vounder mean?
lane
Pedn Vounder is known by locals as ‘pednee’, which is how you pronounce the Cornish word ‘pedn’. It means ‘head’ while ‘vounder’ means lane.
How do you pronounce PEDN Vounder?
‘Pedn’ is pronounced ‘pednee’ and this is how locals generally refer to the beach.
Can you walk from Porthcurno to Pedn Vounder?
Pedn Vounder is located at the eastern end of the bay that makes up Porthcurno cove and on a spring low tide one can walk to Pedn Vounder from neighbouring Porthcurno beach. However, be warned, as the tide comes in you will not only find yourself cut off but facing a climb up the steep cliff “path”.
How do you say Pedn Vounder?
Pedn Vounder is known by locals as ‘pednee’, which is how you pronounce the Cornish word ‘pedn’.
Is Pedn Vounder a nudist beach?
It’s a nudist beach, so be sensitive with photography However, Pedn Vounder is actually a nudist beach, and there were plenty of people walking around naked when we visited (although 90% were just tourists not in the nude), so just be very careful about where you are pointing your camera.
How do I get down to Pedn Vounder?
The quickest, cheapest and easiest way to reach Pedn Vounder beach is by car. There is a car park close by to leave your vehicle securely in and a few small shops and a cafe nearby. Alternatively, there is a bus service twice a day that leaves Penzance and passes through Treen and Porthcurno and finishes at Lands End.
Are dogs allowed on Pedn Vounder beach?
Pedn Vounder Unfortunately for dog owners there is a seasonal ban. Well don’t despair for just around the corner is the equally beautiful Pedn Vounder beach. Also known as Treen beach this is home to the famous rocking Logan Rock.
Can you walk to Pedn Vounder from Porthcurno?