01 cornwall westdowns to polzeath

Over the stippled swell of the Firth of Clyde soars a gannet. A pair of long, black-tipped wings catches the late-August light as the bird tilts on the breeze. It’s on fish patrol – curving low then r

Immerse yourself in nature in the beautiful surroundings of Landal Gwel an Mor coastal resort, with direct tracks to gorgeous beaches and greenery galore

■Distance: 9½ miles/15.4km ■Time: 5 hours ■Grade: Moderate ...

It’s the busiest time of year for Britain’s beautiful places. Yet as these locations prove, you can find silence, sensational scenery and space to breathe.

Having made it to Plymouth, Simon Ellis continues his three-month long mission to visit every bay, marina and harbour from Poole to the Isles of Scilly

PLYMOUTH holds a unique place in history, mainly thanks to the perfect natural harbour where the River Tamar meets the sea. It was here the English fleet was at anchor, when Sir Francis Drake carried