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Padstow
Padstow is a town, civil parish and angling port on the north coast of Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. The town is located on the west bank of the River Camel estuary about 5 miles (8.0 kilometres) northwest of Wadebridge, 10 miles (16 km) northwest of Bodmin and also 10 miles (16 km) northeast of Newquay. The population of Padstow civil parish was 3,162 in the 2001 census, lowering to 2,993 at the 2011 census. In addition a selecting ward with the same name exists however prolongs as far as Trevose Head. The population for this ward is 4,434. Generally a fishing port, Padstow is currently a preferred traveler location. Although a few of its former angling fleet stays, it is primarily a yacht haven on a remarkable shoreline with couple of easily accessible harbours. The impact of restaurateur Rick Stein can be seen in the port, and also travelers take a trip from long distances to eat at his dining establishment and cafés. This has actually led to the community being referred to as "Padstein", by food writers in the British media. Nevertheless, the boom in the appeal of the port has caused residence cost inflation both in the port as well as surrounding areas, as individuals get houses to reside in, or as second or vacation houses. This has actually implied considerable numbers of locals can not pay for to acquire residential property in the location, with rates frequently well over 10 times the typical income of around £ 15,000. This has actually brought about a population decrease. Plans to construct a skatepark in Padstow have been proposed and funds are being increased to develop this at the Recreation Ground (Wheal Jubilee Parc).