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The Independent
UK · 18 mins ago

Beloved cave at popular UK beach made famous by Poldark destroyed after cliff fall

Visitors to a beach made famous by the BBC series Poldark have been urged to stay well away from a cliff fall which has destroyed a beachside cave in Cornwall.Holywell Cave was an ancient and cherished natural landmark at Holywell Bay near Newquay where locals and tourists visited the hollow for many years. A major cliff fall, which happened over the bank holiday weekend, has caused tonnes of stone to collapse and cover the cave entrance. The cave, also known as St Cuthbert's Cave, had been tucked under the southern cliffs of Kelsey Head.The sight of the cliff fall over a beloved cave has sparked sadness from many residents and tourists. Chris Barnard, who lives near Callington, Cornwall, told the BBC: "I was shocked when I first saw the photographs because it's such an iconic location and
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