It’s no secret that Cornwall’s doors are once again to be open for visitors. In the post-COVID lockdown world we now live in chance to get away and enjoy such a beautiful area of the country should be embraced. There are, however, some fears that services and amenities could be put under strain with such an influx of tourists.
Cornwall’s beaches are a big lure. White sand, azure coloured water, sunny blue skies (at times) and, of course, renowned surfing conditions. On its day Kernow can resemble locations of a much more tropical nature. And when those fabled waves turn on it can be as good as anywhere.
Surfing, as with any other type of outdoor activity, carries risk. Even swimming in the ocean people not experienced with tide, current and swell can often find themselves in a spot of bother.
The weather during the next few days mightn’t be playing ball for full on beach/sea days (as of July 3, 2020) – it’s looking quite breezy. But there’ll no doubt be plenty willing to tough it out on the sand. and in some cases in the water.
Cornwall is a small county with resources not necessarily geared up for a mass influx of people – especially with a pandemic crisis in the mix. In particular, we talking about emergency services. If you do befall an accident or situation that requires medical help then we know NHS professionals will do everything they can to help. This has been proved time and again of late. What we’d suggest, however, (without getting all Nanny State) is play things easy. Whilst pubs and restaurants will be opening now’s not the time for necking vast quantities of amber nectar and then thinking you’re Kelly Slater in the surf. Chances are this is when things will go awry.
For sure, now more than ever should be a time to enjoy ourselves. Just do so in moderation is all anyone asks. This to keep you safe and everyone else.
If you want to brush up on visiting Cornwall guideline then you can do so here –
https://www.visitcornwall.com/coronavirus-guidelines
Have a good one and take care.