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Bodmin Attractions:
Listed below are attractions in Bodmin:
Bodmin on the western edge of Bodmin Moor
is the largest town in North Cornwall and
lies equidistant between the south coast and
the dramatic North Coast bordering the
Atlantic. Bodmin has the best of all worlds,
suiting those who love the countryside and a
thriving town centre dominated by the newly
refurbished Shire Hall sitting proudly on
Mount Folly Square. This Grade 11* Listed
Building was Cornwall's Assize Court but now
houses the Court Room Experience where the
trial of Mathew Weeks is re-enacted. Bodmin
is the perfect place to discover more about
North Cornwall's turbulent history. It's on
display in the town museum where you can
trace history from the earliest of times.
Over 200 years of Regimental history is on
display at the Duke of Cornwall Light
Infantry Museum.The former barracks now
houses the regimental museum with uniforms,
pictures and medals. Bodmin has the largest
Parish Church in Cornwall - St Petrocs.
Rebuilt in 1469-72 it stands right in the
heart of the Town and it houses the 12th
century casket said to contain the relics of
St Petroc. Bodmin is on the Camel Trail, 12
miles of traffic-free walking and cycling
along the River Camel from Bodmin through
Wadebridge to Padstow or to Poleys Bridge.
There are steam trains, nature reserves and
away from the town there is Bodmin Moor,
with its strange muted fury in the
landscape. Wisps of mist curl around stone
circles, wild ponies graze the wind-shaped
tors, birds of prey patrol the open skies -
Bodmin Moor is an untamed world. Yet in
moorland villages like Blisland, St Breward
and Altarnun, you'll find welcoming oases of
stillness, with cosy inns and churches
steeped in history.
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Shire Hall Mount Folly Bodmin PL31 2DQ
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Aerosorus Hot Air Balooning
Cornwall, famous for its Cornish pasties, is
a county in the South West of England that is
rich in rolling countryside, golden beaches,
towering cliffs, mythology and magnificence.
Cornwall has a history dating back to Celtic
times and the Cornish Language (Kernewek) is
the direct descendant of the ancient language
spoken by the Celtic settlers. As a hot air balloon has no steering wheel
and is directed purely by the wind, all our
balloon rides meet between Bodmin and
Launceston thus placing us in the center of
the county. North Cornwall has spectacular landscape and
dramatic coastline where nearly one third of
the region is a recognised area of outstanding
natural beauty. From the sky you could fly
over Beacon Hill, Bodmin moor, many striking
country houses, medieval castles and numerous
places of interest. Views stretch for miles,
in the north to Lundy Island and the
breathtaking cliffs of Forrabury, to the east
Exmoor and Dartmoor and to the west King
Arthur�s Tintagel, Port Isaac and the surfing
centres of Newquay and Rock.
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The Kings Head- East Bodmin
The Kings Head, Five Lanes,
East Bodmin Moor, Cornwall, PL15 7RX
* OS Map Info:
201 (225 808)
17th century coaching house 8 miles south west
of Launceston, on the eastern edge of Bodmin
Moor a few hundred metres off the A30 near the
village of Altarnun.
AEROSORUS HOT AIR BALOONING CLICK
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Tel : 01566 86241
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Bodmin & Wenford Railway
The Bodmin and Wenford Railway offers a trip
into nostalgia with steam trains operating
from the historic town of Bodmin through
scenic countryside along the preserved six
mile Great Western Railway branch line to
Bodmin Parkway and Boscarne Junction.
Locomotives include newly restored Great
Western Railway pannier tank loco no.4612.
Trains run on selected dates from March to
December and daily between the end of May and
September 30. Special events include the
annual visit of "Thomas the Tank Engine" from
July 26 to August 4 2002.
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Bodmin General Station, Bodmin, Cornwall PL31
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Bodmin Beacon
The Bodmin Beacon to the south of the town,
can be seen stretching high into the sky
from most points in the town. The Beacon was
erected in 1856 in memory of Sir Walter
Raleigh Gilbert, a local town dignitory born
in Priory House.In 1994, the Beacon was
declared a Local Nature Reserve and the
development of a whole diverse range of
wildlife is encouraged within the Reserve.
18,000 trees have been planted to develop a
community woodland and several surrounding
fields are managed as traditional hay
meadows.
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Off Barn Lane, Bodmin
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tel:
01208 265642
fax:
01208 265686
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Bodmin Jail
Bodmin Jail was built in 1779 and was the
first jail built according to the ideas of the
reformer John Howard, including the new
concept of housing inmates in individual
cells. However executions by hanging were
carried out in public until 1862, often
attracting enormous crowds, after which they
continued inside the walls until 1909. It
ceased functioning as a jail in 1927 and since
then under different owners has been a private
club, a restaurant and now a fascinating
museum. Some people have reported paranormal
experiences, perhaps related to the building�s
dramatic history.
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Berrycoombe Road, Bodmin,
Cornwall PL31 2NR
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Bodmin Moor
Bodmin Moor is ten square miles of wilderness
that has provided the Cornish peoples with
home, health and wealth since time immemorial.
The granite Tors stand as testament to places
where the earth was smelted and they pin the
moor to its footings.The mineral legacy of
these volcanic beginnings has provided a hard
won wealth for generations of people that have
inhabited the moor and its surroundings and is
still doing so today.Apart from the sporadic
mining of clay and quarrying of slate, the
primary trade is farming and the sound that
you are likely to hear are the sound of birds
calling and the occasional noises of itinerant
farm animals that graze in and about the rocky
outcrops.Nowadays, the moor provides an
outstanding resource for a large variety of
outdoor sports and leisure activities that
provide a welcome balance to the attractions
of the Cornish coastline.Access to the moor is
good and it is well signposted on all major
roads with places of special interest clearly
marked with brown Heritage signs.
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Tel: 01208 265632 Fax 01208 265674
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Bodmin Town Museum
A local history museum with a collection of
minerals and fossils and Cornish kitchen.
There are many varied displays with
photographs, artefacts and text relating to
World War One and Two, the fire service,
agriculture, wildlife and law & order
along with the railways and Victoriana.
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Mount Folly, Bodmin, Cornwall PL31 2HQ
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Phone: +44 (0)1208 77067
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Camel Trail
The Camel Trail passes through some of
Cornwall’s most beautiful countryside. It is a
completely free resource, which is available
throughout the year, and covers a total
distance of seventeen miles. Cornwall County
Council converted eleven miles of disused
railway track from the town of Padstow, on the
North Cornish coast, as far as Bodmin. The
track from the latter town turns north onto
Bodmin Moor, where the river runs through an
enclosed wooded area. This extension to the
main track follows the river towards
Camelford.Vehicles, other than cycles are
banned from the track, which is also used by
walkers, joggers and birdwatchers. In fact
there is a purpose-built bird hide half way
between Padstow and Wadebridge. The surface is
smooth, although not tarmac, making it
suitable for wheelchairs and prams. As it runs
along a disused railway track, it is virtually
level for the whole distance. It is a much
easier walk than many of the woodland and
coastal tracks in the area and stays close to
the river from the estuary to Bodmin
Moor.Several pubs en route provide
refreshments for the walker or the cyclist. At
the northern end of the trail, just below
Poley’s Bridge, the more energetic can
negotiate the long, steep climb to the village
of Blisland, an extraordinarily pretty
moorland village with a large green. From here
the rugged scenery of Bodmin Moor may be
explored.Throughout the length of the trail,
the River Camel is always nearby and there are
many lovely spots in which to linger. Many
parts of the trail are very quiet,
particularly out of the summer season. There
are great contrasts in scenery, from the
peaceful beauty of the Camel Estuary to the
wildness of the moorland at the northern end
of the trail. On some occasions, it is not
easy to recognise old railway cuttings which
have become so overgrown over the years.For
those who have not brought their cycles on
holiday, there are several bike hire shops in
Padstow Wadebridge and Bodmin. Everything is
available from mountain bikes to tandems and
bikes for all ages. The Camel Trail is
particularly popular during the annual school
holidays. The trail is jointly owned by North
Cornwall District Council and Cornwall County
Council. It is well maintained and used by
approximately 350,000 people each year.
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eleven miles from the town of Padstow, on
the North Cornish coast, as far as
Bodmin.
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Camel Valley Vineyards
Camel Valley is large by English standards
(90,000 bottles per year) and set in beautiful
rolling hills. There are tours offerred at set
times but people can also go along and have a
tasting without booking. You can also purchase
a bottle for consumption on their lovely sun
terrace whilst enjoying the views. Perfect for
a sunny day!
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Nanstallon
Bodmin
Cornwall
PL30 5LG
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Tel: +44 (0) 1208 77959
Fax: +44 (0) 1208 77959
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Cardinham Woods
Cardinham is a beautiful mixed woodland,
popular with local dog walkers, cyclists, and
horse riders.With the exception of bridleways
horse riders require a permit to ride in these
woods. Please contact the District Office on
01392 832262 for an application form.
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Bodmin and Fletchers Bridge are the nearest
towns or villages.OS Grid Reference:
SX100667
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From Bodmin take the A38 towards Liskeard. 400
metres beyond the Carminnow Cross roundabout
follow the brown tourist signs left and then
left again into Cardinham Woods.
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Tel: 01392 832262
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Courtroom Experience
On the 2 August 1844, farmhand Matthew Weeks
came to trial at the Shire Hall for the murder
of young Charlotte Dymond.In the very
courtroom in which Matthew was tried you watch
a 30 min re-enactment - and before the
historic verdict is pronounced - you have the
chance to vote Matthew �guilty� or �not
guilty�.Next it�s down to the holding cells,
where in the chilly air, you can almost sense
the ghosts of anxious prisoners awaiting their
fate.
Other Facilities
Gift and book shop; accommodation and National
Express booking services; toilets and baby
changing facility; level access and toilet;
hearing loops; internet point, dogs are
welcome.
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Shire Hall
Mount Folly
Bodmin
Cornwall
PL31 2DQ
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Lakeland Adventure Park
Alternate Technology and Education
Area:
Cavern of Discovery an Underground
experience.- Conservatory and Solar Energy
Exhibits.
Museum of Country Life. - 12th Century Cornish
Longhouse.
Nature Conservation Area
: Nature Trail through natural marshland with
explanatory labelled flora and fauna. - Bird
watching hides.
Ancient Freshwater Spring -Overshot water
wheel etc. - Lake view walk.Indigenous Species Breeding Programme - Barn Owls - Partridges - Red Squirrels -
Pheasants and fowls - Small Animal Centre
& Aviary birds -
Buzzard AviaryUndercover Adventure Area 1:
Indoor Activity Course - Caribbean Cove with
real Boat - Play Bus and Landrover.
Undercover Adventure Area 2:
Castle with Dropslide - Black Hole Slide and
Ball Pool - Skittle Allet etc. - Aerial Rope
Glide - Toboggan Run - Pool Table - Football
Games - Play houses - Sand mini diggers -
Waterpumps and water wheel.
Undercover Adventure Area 3:
Crazy Golf Course - Paddle Boats - Air Rifle
target range - Pedal Power track - Children's
Bumper Boats - Children's Electric Cars.
Main Season Opening Times
10.30 daily from Easter to the end of
September
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Lakeside Adventure Park
Bolventor - Bodmin Moor -
Cornwall - PL14 6PZ
ADVENTURE PARK CLICK
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Tel: 01208 821469
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Lanhydrock
Lanhydrock is one of the finest Victorian
country houses in Cornwall. This magnificent
property is now owned by the National Trust,
but originally belonged to the Robartes
family. The estate boasts an imposing 17th
Century gatehouse, a neighbouring church, and
450-acres of grounds. The gardens and woodland
are beautiful throughout the year, and the
house boasts an extensive array of rooms that
are open to the public � including the
stunning �long gallery�, which occupies the
length of one entire wing of the house.
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Lanhydrock, Bodmin, Cornwall PL30 5AD
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Phone: +44 (0)1208 265950 -
Fax: +44 (0)1208 265959
Shop: (01208) 265952
Restaurant: (01208) 265951
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Light Infantry Museum
This small military museum is located o
Bodmin Moor in Cornwall and houses a historic
collection related to the Duke of Cornwall�s
Light Infantry Regiment. The museum is divided
into two parts, the Historical gallery and the
Armoury. The Historical Gallery traces the
history of the regiment from its foundation in
1702. The Armoury contains a good collection
of small arms and machine guns, as well as
historic weapons.
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The Keep, Bodmin, Cornwall PL31 1EG
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Old Mill Herbary
The Old Mill Herbary is located in an idyllic
valley setting, with about 3 acres of
semi-wild terraced gardens on a steep south
facing bank. There are mature woodland walks
interspersed with several islands and bridges
alongside the unspoilt River camel, now an
S.S.S.I and S.A.C.The mini arboretum of
approximately 1.25 acres, is planted with over
40 named unusual trees, in a small level
meadow adjoining Helland Bridge, which is
listed in "The Patent Rolls" of 1381.Finished
c.1415, Helland is one of the best 14th
Century medieval bridges in Cornwall, notable
for its 4 pointed arches springing from water
level, and rounded arch for leat. In the Great
Flood of 16th July 1847, caused by a
waterspout on Davidstow Moor, the ensuing
flood water sped down the Camel valley some
12-18 feet high, and all the bridges, with the
exception of Helland Bridge and Wadebridge
were swept away.
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Helland Bridge
Bodmin
Cornwall
PL30 4QR
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Tel: +44 (0) 1208 841206
Fax: +44 (0) 1208 841206
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Pencarrow
The present Georgian House was completed by
Sir John Molesworth, 5th Baronet, circa 1770.
The East side has an imposing Palladian
entrance; on the West can be seen part of an
older house; whilst the back faces a
courtyard, cottages, Tea Rooms and a
Children's Play Area. The interior contains an
impressive inner hall and vaulted ceiling and
a vast heating stove made in Plymouth in the
1830s. The music room has a fine plaster
ceiling depicting the four seasons; with
simulated birds-eye maple grained panelled
walls. The panelled entrance hall has a secret
door into the drawing room. There is a superb
collection of paintings with works by Arthur
Devis, Samuel Scott, Richard Wilson, Henry
Raeburn and many other well known artists, in
addition to the family portraits by Sir Joshua
Reynolds, set amongst some outstanding
furniture and porcelain.
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Bodmin
Cornwall
PL30 3AG
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PENCARROW CLICK
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Tel: +44 (0)1208 841 369
Fax: +44 (0)1208 841 722
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St Petroc's Parish Church
Named after the founder of Bodmin, St
Petroc's is the largest parish church in
Cornwall. The site is believed to be the
original location of St Petroc's monastery,
though most of the present church was built in
1469-1472. Part of the tower comprises masonry
from the Norman period; the Font is 12th
century and is carved with figures of good and
evil. Several medieval misericords make up the
Lectern. The pillars are typical 'Cornish
Perpendicular' with small capitals.
Excavations in 1999 revealed remains of a
medieval cemetery on the grounds.
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Priory Road, Bodmin, Cornwall PL31
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Phone: +44 (0)1208 73867
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St Thomas � Becket Chapel
This 14th Century chantry chapel was
originally used to offer prayers and celebrate
masses for the souls of the dead, in order to
speed them through Purgatory to Heaven. After
the Reformation, the building was used as a
Grammar School and later as a School for
Girls. It fell into disrepair in the mid-19th
century. The chapel retains a fine 14th
Century decorated window. It is built over a
crypt which may have been a Charnel House (a
vault where corpses or bones are
stored).
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Priory Road, Bodmin, Cornwall PL31 2DT
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Boscastle
Attractions:
Listed below are attractions in Boscastle:
Boscastle is an idyllic village on the north
Cornish coast, with it�s unspoilt Medieval
harbour, ancient woods, and white washed
cottages dating back to the 15th Century. Take
a walk along the harbour or village with it�s
jumble of cottages, and, if you listen at low
tide the �Blow Hole� can be heard. There are a
choice of boat trips on offer that depart from
the harbour to Long Island or perhaps sea
fishing may tempt you. The quaint shops have
much to offer, or why not visit the Museum of
Witchcraft which houses the largest collection
of witch items in the world. St Juliot church
has links with the great novelist Thomas Hardy
when he worked on the restoration of it, and
is where he met his wife. The old Castle Mound
dates back to 1100 AD and is all that remains
of Bottreaux Castle, or perhaps follow the
coastal footpath along the cliffs to King
Arthur�s Castle perched high above the sea at
Tintagel, the mystical scenes beguile the
visitor, surrounded by legend of King Arthur,
and Merlin�s Cave. Three rivers, three
churches, three inns, and Boscastle�s magic
weaves it�s spell on many a visitor, again and
again.
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The Harbour Boscastle
Cornwall PL35 0HD
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Manager RebeccaDavid
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Boscastle Harbour
After the extensive damage caused by a flash
flood in 2004, a restoration programme was
undertaken to return Boscastle to its rightful
place as one of the glories of the north
Cornish coast. A natural harbour, protected
from the Atlantic by a sharp bend at the mouth
of the Valency river, Boscastle has been home
to fishermen for centuries. It was also a
favourite place of the poet Thomas Hardy, who
met his first wife on the cliffs above the
town, and refers to many local landmarks in
what is generally regarded as his finest verse
� the poems written in her memory after her
death.
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Boscastle,
Cornwall PL35
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Boscastle Pottery
The Digital Museum of
Cornish Ceramics
Boscastle Pottery was established in 1967 by
Roger Irving Little who has since been joined
by his son, Tim.
The pottery
specialises in Mocha ware. This is a technique
where "mocha tea" is applied to wet slip. The
tea runs through the slip creating a tree or
fern-like pattern. The tea contains a staining
agent. Traditionally tobacco was used for this
but nowadays coffee or various chemical
recipes are used instead.
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The Old Bakery
Boscastle
Cornwall
PL35 0HE
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Phone: +44(0) 1840 250291
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Museum of Witchcraft
The Museum of Witchcraft houses the world�s
largest collection of witchcraft related
artefacts and regalia. The museum is 50 years
old and has been in Boscastle since 1960. It
is one of Cornwall�s most popular
museums.
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The Harbour, Boscastle, Cornwall PL35
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Phone: +44 (0)1840 250111
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Bude Attractions:
Listed below are attractions in Bude:
A friendly seaside resort being the most
northern town in Cornwall, with Atlantic
waves a perfect base for surfers, the sandy
and pebble beaches such as Sandy Mouth with
plenty of rock pools for explorers,
Summerleaze overlooked by Bude Castle built
in 1830, was once home to Sir Goldsworthy
Gurney an inventor. Crooklets beach was
where the first ever �Surf Life Saving Club�
opened, gives weekly demonstrations. Or if a
gentle pause is required then the stunning
cliff and Valley walks beckons walkers,
cyclists and birdwatchers. Near the beach
there is trampolines, mini golf, an indoor
sea water pool, and even a Laser Dome. The
Canal originally dug in 1823 carried the
mineral rich sand to Launceston for
fertilizer and returned with produce, now
only travels a few miles inland, but the
pleasure boats or fishing on offer is a
delightful way to spend some time. If you
fancy a round or two at an 18 hole golf
course then why not try Bude Golf Club, the
19th hole is also available for a tipple.
Although there are many indoor activities on
offer with pubs restaurants and Leisure
Centre, the outdoor fun is endless, one is
�Atlantic Pursuits� where anyone can enjoy
the exhilarating feeling of Canoeing, Sea
Kayaking, or Boogie Boarding, have a go if
you dare. A mile away is the village of
Poughill the Church of St Olaf is home to
the unusual collection of bench ends with
intricate carvings depicting the �Passion�,
and two 15th Century paintings which will
definitely please. Bude Museum houses many
interesting wonders, or travel just over a
mile to the historical village of Stratton
where a Civil Battle took place in 1643.
Whatever the reason walking fishing
sightseeing surfing or painting, Budes�
exceptional beauty entices her visitor to
stay.
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The Crescent Bude
Cornwall EX23 8LE
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Brocklands Adventure Park
Brocklands Adventure Park near Bude is a
great all weather family day out with an array
of activities to suit all age groups.The Upper
Valley Adventure Land has a wonderful 15"
guage steam Railway as well as paddle boats,
racing cars, pony rides and an exciting
outdoor assault course.The Lower Valley
Adventure Land has go-kart racing, bumper
boats, aerial slides as well as wonderful
wildlife walks and picturesque pond.There is
ample free parking and fantastic facilities
for families including a fully licensed
restaurant, Pip's Place, which serves a wide
range of snacks, meals and refreshments
throughout the day.
Brocklands also boasts Brock Bowl, a four
lane, fully computerised, Ten-Pin Bowling
Alley which is open to the general public all
year round, although booking is recommended.
The bowling alley also has pool tables, air
hockey and even a play area for under 6's.A
great all weather family day out!
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West Street
Kilkhampton
Bude
Cornwall
EX23 9QW
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Tel: +44 (0) 1288 321920
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Bude-Stratton Museum
Cornwall as a county has a long and
illustrious history that is quite separate
from the rest of England, and in many quarters
there are still people who call for a return
to Cornish independence. This small but
fascinating museum explores the role of this
community and the surrounding areas in the
history of the county. Through displays of
archaeological and antique discoveries,
history is brought to life before your
eyes.
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Lower Wharf, Bude,
Cornwall EX23 8LG
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MUSEUM CLICK
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Phone: +44 (0)1288 353 576
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Crooklets Beach
A large bay surrounded by gently shelving
cliffs and rocks, facilities include a large
car park, beach huts, Caf�s and Bude town
centre is only a short walk away.
The nearby town is a lively affair with
plenty of good pubs, clubs and shops. An
annual Bude festival takes place on the 3rd
Saturday in August and the Bude Jazz Festival
on the August Bank Holiday.
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Killarney Springs Conservation,
Adventure and Leisure Park
Adventure and Leisure park.
Farm animals, childrens play area, cafe
& picnic area.66 fun packed acres of wonderful
countryside with lots of animals to meet,
indoor games and mobile action.
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Killarney Springs
Morwenstow
Bude
Cornwall
EX23 9PX
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Tel: +44 (0) 1288 331475
Fax: +44 (0) 1288 331119
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Penhallam
The low, grass-covered ruins of a medieval
manor house, surrounded by a protective
moat
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Signposted from Week St Mary, off a minor road
off A39 from Treskinnick Cross (10 minutes' walk
from the car park on the forest track)
PENHALLAM CLICK
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Sandymouth Bay
A large pebble beach with plenty of sand
at low tide
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Directions:Sandy Mouth is
approximately 19 miles
from Camelford and 29
miles from Wadebridge.
Take the A39 from
Wadebridge or
Camelford.Shortly before Kilkhampton turn left and
follow this road through Stibb and shortly
after Stibb turn left for Sandy Mouth
Bude
Cornwall
SANDYMOUTH BEACH CLICK
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Summerleaze Beach
Bude is a large seaside resort with an
excellent beach called Summerleaze which
includes a free tidal swimming pool. At
low tide the sand extends north to
Crooklets Beach.
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Bude
Cornwall
Bude is
approximately 17
miles from Camelford
and 27 miles from
Wadebridge. Take the
A39 from Wadebridge
or Camelford.Shortly before Bude turn left onto the
A3073 and drive into the town centre
SUMMERLEAZE BEACH CLICK
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Widemouth Bay
A large sandy beach with good surfing and
parking/facilities close to the beach
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Bude
Cornwall
Directions:Widemouth Bay is approximately 14
miles from Camelford and 24 miles from
Wadebridge. Take the A39 from
Wadebridge or Camelford.
Several miles before Bude turn left for
Widemouth Bay
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Cadgwith Harbour
Cadgwith is a small fishing village close to
Lizard village. Steep lanes lead down to a
picturesque harbour still with its fishing
fleet presenting a colourful display when
drawn up above the tide line. The village lies
on the South West Peninsula Coast Path and
there are fine walks up onto the cliffs on
either side. For the holidaymaker, there are
restaurants and pubs plus the obligatory shop
selling ices and gifts.
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Cadgwith, The Lizard,
Cornwall TR12
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St. Grade Church
This church, whose full dedication is to The
Holy Cross and St. Grade is a notable landmark
across the entire south end of The Lizard
plateau. The church is very remotely situated
with no buildings immediately in sight. It
dates from approximately the 12th Century and
has a tower built out of serpentine, a rock
unique to Cornwall, which when polished
resembles coloured marble; the lectern and
pulpit are of the same material. The church
was extensively rebuilt in 1862 but retains a
13th century font.
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Cadgwith, The Lizard,
Cornwall TR12
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Camborne
Listed below are attractions in Camborne
Camborne (Cornish:
Kammbronn, 'Crooked Hill') was once one of the richest
mining areas in the world and is located in
north Kerrier, Cornwall, forming the western
end of the greater Camborne, Pool and Redruth
conurbation. It is now an ex-industrial town
with a population of 20,010
When included with Redruth, Pool and
'satellite' villages, the conurbation is
39,937
, making it the largest conurbation in
Cornwall.
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King Edward Mine Museum
Inside, find out about Cornwall's
fascinating industrial
past...
The old mineral
tramways.
The mines they served.
The old mining ports.
The people and places that
made it all happen.
The Mineral Tramways
exhibition is housed in the
old Calciner.
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King Edward Mine, Troon, Camborne,
Cornwall. TR15 3SE
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Tel 01209 614681.
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Tehidy Country Park
It was once part of a created estate that was
owned by the wealthy mining family - the
Bassets. Covering 250 acres, the estate
was purchased by the County Council in 1983
and turned into a recreational country park
for the enjoyment of the
community. Visitors an stroll around the
lake, explore leafy glades or wilder areas of
woodland or be immersed in the rich flora and
fauna. With a different type of beauty for
every season, Tehidy is an enchanting place to
visit all year round. The Park hosts a variety
of facilities including an events field, where
a range of activities are held, BBQ hire
facilities in a specially designated woodland,
a Summer and Winter Events Programme, outdoor
education facilities, a permanent orienteering
course and a Schools and Youth
campsite.
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Telephone: +44 01209 714494
Fax: +44 01209 612764
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Trevithick Cottage
Trevithick Cottage, once home to Richard
Trevithick, is nearby at Penponds and open
April to Oct, Wed 2�5, free (donations
welcome)
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Penponds
Camborne
Cornwall
TR14 0QG
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TREVITHICK COTTAGE CLICK
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Tel: +44 (0) 1209 210900
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Camelford
Attractions:
Listed below are attractions in Camelford:
Choose Camelford as a holiday base and
you're within hopping distance of the coast
and its beaches on one hand, and Bodmin Moor
on the other. This is the land which
inspired the writings of Hardy and Tennyson
- Beeny Cliff, Valency Valley, mythical
Tintagel. It still inspires today, with Port
Isaac the setting for hit films such as
Saving Grace. Here you can watch the fishing
fleet set sail at dawn, and find the day's
catch on restaurant menus that night! There
are superb sandy beaches, too - Bossiney,
Crackington Haven and Trebarwith Strand -
all suntraps sheltered by the dramatic cliff
curtain.Not surprisingly, every nook and
cranny of this landscape has its story to
tell. Tales of shipwreck and smuggling at
Boscastle, of medieval mystery at Tintagel,
of industrial heritage at Delabole Slate
Quarry. Story-telling is also one of many
events staged at the Indian King Arts Centre
in the ancient town of Camelford. Watching
the kittiwakes soar above Bounds Cliff,
rambling over the Iron Age ramparts of Rumps
Point, wandering beside the waterfalls of
Rocky Valley or making a pilgrimage to the
shrine of St Nectan's Glen... wherever you
go, take your time, and let the spirit and
atmosphere of this beguiling place work its
spell on you.
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The Clease Camelford
Cornwall PL32 9PL
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Email Camelford
Manager: Sally Holden
- please note this TIC is seasonal April to
October.
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Tel/fax 01840 212954
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Arthurian Centre
The Arthurian Centre is located on the site
of King Arthur's last battle.Marked by a stone
carrying a Latin inscription which dates back
to the 6th century it is belived to be the
location upon which Arthur and Mordred fought
their last battle which ended the fellowship
of the round table in AD 537.The centre itself
is dedicated to telling the stories of King
Arthur and includes fabulous exhibits of
photographs, illustrations and paintings.The
exhibition was put together over 20 years ago
by Mr Ian Forrester Roberts and continues to
grow.A fascinating place to visit which
certainly brings the legend of King Arthur to
life.
An interesting and insightful day out for
all the family!!
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Slaughterbridge
Camelford
Cornwall
PL32 9TT
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ARTHURIAN CENTRE CLICK
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Tel: +44 (0) 1840 213 947
Fax: +44 (0) 1840 212 450
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British Cycling Museum
The nations largest and foremost museum of
cycling history from 1818 to the present day,
with over 1000 cycling medals and badges,
window displays of gas, candle, battery and
oil lighting, enamel signs and framed
pictures. An extensive library all 1 mile
north Camelford on B3266 to Boscastle. Open
all year, Sun. - Thurs. 10am - 5pm.
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The Old Station, Camelford,
Cornwall PL32 9TZ
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BRITISH CYCLING MUSEUM CLICK
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Phone: +44 (0)1840 212811
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Indian King Arts Centre
The
Indian King Arts Centre was formerly an
inn. The name goes back to the 18th century,
when a Cherokee, his wife and son arrived from
North America. The name was later changed to
the Higher King's Arms and then the
King's Arms but the original name has
now resurfaced.
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Fore Street,
Camelford,
Cornwall
PL32 9PG
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Tel: 01840 213 888
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North Cornwall Museum
Opened in 1974, this privately owned museum
is set in a building that was originally used
for making coaches and wagons. The museum
covers many aspects of life in North Cornwall
from fifty to a hundred years ago. These
include farming, the dairy, cidermaking and
wagons. A special feature is the
reconstruction of a moorland cottage at the
turn of the century. There are sections on the
tools of the carpenters, cooper, blacksmith,
saddler, cobbler, and tailor, printer, doctor,
granite and slate quarryman. Open April to
Sept, Mon to Sat, 10am to 5pm.
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Rough Tor
The second highest part of Bodmin Moor is
Rough Tor, at 1,311 feet. The Tor has two
granite outcrops which nature has evolved to
form stacks of impressive bun-like stones;
otherwise the moor is bleak and treeless. This
outcrop is inside a stone fort, where the
remains of hut circles belonging to the late
Bronze/early Iron Age have been found.
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Leave Camelford on the main road in the
direction of Bude, take the very first turning
right going up the hill away from Camelford and
follow the signs for Rough Tor. On arrival at
the car park at the foot of the Rough Tor, you
will see various paths across open moorland
scrubleading to a short climb to the
summit
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Listed below are attractions in Falmouth:
Falmouth�s natural harbour is the third
largest deep-water harbour in the world, the
traditional gateway to the Atlantic and one
of the world�s great sailing harbours. The
world-class National Maritime Museum
Cornwall houses the small boat collection
and offers unique and interactive displays
of boats and their place in people�s lives.
The clear water, sheltered creeks and mild
temperatures of the Fal estuary provide fine
natural oyster beds, sustaining the last
remaining oyster fisheries still dredging
under sail and oar in Europe. Falmouth�s
maritime tradition is regularly celebrated
through regattas and festivals. The town�s
shopping streets lie just off the waterfront
and are connected by small opeways offering
tantalising glimpses of the water and link
the harbour with a charming mix of shops and
art galleries. Caf�s and restaurants offer a
selection of both world and local cuisine.
Within walking distance you will find
beaches offering safe, crystal clear waters,
sandy stretches and secluded coves ideal for
family bathing and watersports. Sightseeing
in the Falmouth area could not be easier.
Climb aboard one of the many trip boats that
ply the local waters, or hop-on and off the
road train that in summer links the town,
beaches and Pendennis Castle. Population
22,000
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11 Market Strand, Prince of Wales Pier,
Falmouth Cornwall TR11 3DR
Email Falmouth
FALMOUTH CLICK
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Tel: [01326] 312300
Fax: [01326] 313457
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Falmouth Art Gallery
Falmouth Art Gallery offers one of the most
well loved pieces of local cultural exchange
anywhere in the region. The gallery is filled
with brilliant works that have been created by
artists both based in the local region and
inspired by the beautiful surroundings for
which this area has become famous. No matter
what your taste, there will almost certainly
be something for you on offer.
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The Moor, Falmouth,
Cornwall TR11 2RT
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Falmouth Arts Centre
Falmouth Arts Centre is an exciting venue
that offers a wide variety of entertainment
ranging from cinema and theatre to art and
music. It is situated on the main shopping
street in Falmouth town centre. The cinema
offers films as broad in scope as Hollywood
blockbusters, foreign language films, art
house, and old black and white classics. The
live events hosted by the venue include
classical music and theatre as well as
traditional Cornish folk music events. The
centre also has three exhibition spaces for
artists.
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24 Church Street, Falmouth,
Cornwall TR11 3EG
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Fax: +44 (0)1326 319461
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Falmouth Harbour
Falmouth Harbour is the third largest in the
world and is of considerable historic
significance. Indeed, Falmouth itself was
established by the Killigrew family who,
through pirating and smuggling, made Falmouth
one of the most important ports in the world.
The pirates might have disappeared but the
charm of this pretty Cornish harbour
definitely hasn�t. Visitors can take boat
trips and can even go shark fishing or, for
the faint-hearted, there is an excellent
Maritime Museum. And a trip to Falmouth
Harbour wouldn�t be complete without a good
fish and chip lunch of course!
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Falmouth, Cornwall
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FALMOUTH HARBOUR
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Glendurgan Garden
A romantic garden leading down to the beach at
Durgan, with tantalising glimpses of the Helford
River. Glendurgan is a feast of colour in spring
from the many flowering shrubs, and wild flowers
growing in profusion on the banks in early
summer. To entertain children and families there
is the challenge of the maze, fly high on the
Giants Stride and the Victorian School Room
provides a place to sit and enjoy the views.
After all this exertion why not relax over a cup
of tea and a snack in the teahouse. The shop and
plant sales provide that perfect momentum of
this 'Little bit of Heaven on Earth'.
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Mawnan Smith
Falmouth
Cornwall
TR11 5JZ
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GLENDURGAN GARDEN CLICK
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Tel: +44 (0)1326 250 906
Fax: +44 (0)1872 865 808
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National Maritime Museum
If you�re looking for guaranteed
entertainment for all the family, come rain or
shine, then the National Martime Museum
Cornwall has it all. With one of only three
natural underwater viewing locations in the
world there are breathtaking views from the
29m tower with hands on interactive
experiences and the opportunity to get our and
discover the marine life around our
coastline.
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Romney Road, Discovery Quay,
Falmouth, Cornwall TR11 3QY
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Ocean Bowl
New to Falmouth.
12 lanes- Score Friendly Bumpers
for Children -Licensed Restaurant
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Licensed Bar - Fast Food Diner -
Ocean Light Bowling Nights -Large
Car Park -Open 7 Days a Week -
11am til late -East to use Scoring
system with up-to-date Screen
Graphics.
Ocean light bowling nights with
"glow in the dark" lanes, pins and
balls & music.Pool Tables -
Video Games - Digital Sound Surfer
-Kids Parties -Special Bowl &
Meal Deal
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Falmouth Dock Station, Pendennis
Rise,
Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 4LT
On entering Falmouth on the A39
follow signs to town centre and then
follow signs to dock station.
OCEAN BOWL
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Tel: 01326 313130
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Pendennis Castle - English Heritage
Major developments at the castle have
revealed the full history of this superb
fortress. 450 years of history can now be
traced from its origins to its last military
role as a secret Second World War base. A
Discovery Centre packed with hands-on
activities allows visitors of all ages to
really get to grips with history. Also new is
access to the restored underground Victorian
and WWII defences complete with sounds and
smells! The everyday life of the garrison at
Pendennis is brought to life in the War
Shelter, whilst the drama of Pendennis at War
is also recreated. Besides this there is the
16th Century keep to explore with its lofty
battlements and mighty Tudor gun-deck with the
sights and sounds of battle. There is also the
First World War Guardhouse, complete with
cells.
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Falmouth
Cornwall
TR11 4LP
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Website:
Email Pendennis Castle
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Tel: 0871 716 1939 or 01326 316594
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Penjerrick Garden
Visit one of the most unspoilt and
beautiful gardens of Cornwall. This garden
is of considerable historic and botanic
interest but also the perfect place to
relax. Discover hidden paths, duck under
branches that grow across the paths, and
marvel at numerous tree ferns and enchanting
blooming shrubs. We always enjoy returning
to Penjerrick Garden and hope you will feel
the same.
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Budock Water
Falmouth
Cornwall
TR11 5ED
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PENJERRICK GARDENS CLICK
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Tel: +44 (0) 1872 870105
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The Poly
The Poly is right in the centre of town, in
the Falmouth Arts Centre building, which
also houses a gallery and a theatre. It�s
pretty good value as far as cinemas go, but
they don�t sell popcorn! They do sell ice
cream in those little tubs that last until
around half way into the first advert, so
bring your own cinema snack food.Like many small town cinemas, it is a one
screen job that shows movies for a day or
two at a time, typically about a month after
everyone else in the English speaking world
has seen it. But that�s part of the
charm.
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24 Church Street, Falmouth,
Cornwall, TR11 3EG
THE POLY CLICK
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tel: 01326 212300
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Princes Pavillion & Gardens
The Princess Pavilion & Gyllyngdune
Gardens have a long and distinguished history
as a principal entertainment venue for local
residents and visitors to Falmouth.The site was originally part of the
Gyllyngdune Estate between De Pass Road and
Membley Hall. The Pavilion building was not added until
1910 The Theatre seats 400 or 500 standing and has
one of the best sprung dance-floors in the
region
In April 2003 management passed from
Carrick District Council to Carrick Leisure
Limited, an Independent Provident Society
Work is currently underway to renovate the
verandah at a cost of almost �1/4m; the
first part of a �1m project proposed for the
gardens and buildings.
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41 Melvill Road Falmouth
Cornwall TR11 4AR
From A39 Melvill Road to a small car park on
the north side of the building. Gyllyngvase
Terrace and Cliff Road (the sea front) have
pedestrian access only.
Email Princes Pavilion
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tel: 01236 211222
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St Anthony Head
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St George�s Arcade
Falmouth�s St George�s Arcade used to be
Falmouth�s first cinema which was, when it was
built in 1912, one of the largest in Britain.
However, the cinema was badly damaged by fire
during the war. Today, it is a shopping arcade
housing shops selling a variety of items
ranging from books and maps to clothes and
music. The ornate fa�ade to the arcade
features a figure of St George slaying the
dragon. Above the arcade is a popular
nightclub.
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Falmouth, Cornwall TR11 3DH
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ST GEORGES ARCADE CLICK
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St. Mawes Castle
St Mawes Castle is the best preserved and
most elaborately decorated of any of the
coastal defence positions that Henry VIII
constructed throughout his reign. The building
was constructed in order to counter invasion
attempts from the French and the Spanish
navies and has a counterpart, Pendennis, on
the other side of the Fal estuary. The castle
fell to Parliamentarians in 1646 and was not
properly re-fortified until the late 19th
Century.
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Falmouth, Cornwall TR2 3AA
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ST MAWES CASTLE CLICK
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Phone: +44 (0)1326 270526
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Trebah Garden
Trebah is a magical 26-acre ravine garden
descending to a private, secluded beach on
the historic Helford River. A stream
cascades over waterfalls, through ponds full
of giant Koi carp and exotic water plants,
through two acres of blue and white
hydrangeas, before spilling out over the
beach. Glades of enormous tree ferns,
bamboos and palms mingle with giant gunnera
and a rolling canopy of 100-year old
rhododendrons, magnolias and a multitude of
trees and shrubs, with ever changing colour
and scent throughout the year.This is a
garden that children adore. They marvel at
the gunnera passage, a tunnel of giant
rhubarb 16 feet high, and race around the
bamboozle. Trebah is full of play areas and
trails for children of all ages, and with
swimming and picnics on the beach, it makes
the perfect setting for a family day out.The
award-winning Planters Cafe serves
mouth-watering homemade dishes. With a wide
selection of gifts and plants in the Gallery
and Garden Shops, and dogs welcome in the
garden, Trebah really does have something
for everyone.
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Trebah
Mawnan Smith
Falmouth
Cornwall
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Tel: +44 (0) 1326 250448
Fax: +44 (0) 1326 250781
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University College Falmouth
University College Falmouth is recognised as
one of the best and most forward-thinking
academic institutions in the West of England.
Taking a particular interest in fine art and
design, the University uses the beautiful
Cornish surroundings to inspire a new
generation of painters and designers. The main
gallery at the university exhibits a
collection of work by graduates and
undergraduates on a regular rolling programme.
It now incorporates the world renowned
Dartington College of Arts.
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Woodlane, Falmouth,
Cornwall TR11 4RH
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Listed below are attractions in Fowey:
A bustling seaport and historic town on the
mystic South Coast of Cornwall. Was the
centre from which the �D� Day landings
launched. Today the natural deep water
harbour is a haven for yachtsmen, together
with the large ships and cruise liners makes
this harbour a bustling port. This is an
ideal place for painters and photographers
with the colourful yachts and sparkling sea.
Stroll along the esplanade and drink in the
scenery or walk over the cliffs where the
path hugs the coast, with sandy beaches to
swim, fish or explore the rock pools. Or
head inland and climb the narrow lanes and
winding cobbled walkways with Medieval
cottages, where in the 18th Century was the
preferred haunts of the smuggling
fraternity. An interesting place to see is
St Catherine�s Point at the harbour
entrance, during Medieval times St
Catherine�s Chapel stood on top of the cliff
acting as a lighthouse. The Fort below was
built in the reign of Henry V111 to protect
Fowey from French invasion, and can be
reached by a pretty woodland walk. There is
much to see and do in Fowey such as the
Lifeboat Station which has been operating
some 150 years. Headland gardens, one and
half acres of cliff top gardens with the
most astounding sea and river views.
Historical guided walks that operate from
the Town Quay, to an enjoyable fishing trip
or river cruise. One of the most famous
inhabitants of Fowey was probably Daphne du
Maurier and a visit to the Literary Centre
next door to the church is a lovely way to
spend some time. Or why not indulge in a
trip on the passenger ferry that travels
across the mouth of the River Fowey to the
neighbouring village of Polruan. Drake,
Raleigh and Frobisher all sailed from here,
now it�s your turn.
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5 South Street Fowey
Cornwall PL23 1AR
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Tel: [01726] 833616
Fax: [01726]
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Bodinnick Ferry
For visitors to the estuary town of Fowey the
charming little Bodinnick car ferry offers
perhaps the most pleasant entry to the town.
Approached by narrow lanes leading down from
the B3359, the ferry departs from a slipway
adjoining a house called �Ferryside� where the
author Daphne du Maurier once lived and
worked. For walkers, the ferry marks the start
of the Hall Walk footpath which loops around
the west bank of the estuary to Polruan, from
where there is a passenger ferry back to
Fowey.
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Near Fowey,
Cornwall PL23
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BODINNICK FERRY CLICK
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Ethy Woods
Ethy Wood is a small mixed woodland which
lies adjacent to the estuary of the River
Fowey and its tributaries. Its stunning
location and the estuary's diverse birdlife
make this wood well worth a visit. On the
estuary Heron, Little Egret, Shelduck and
Curlew can be seen, along with other wading
birds. The wood itself is home to mammals such
as roe deer, badger and fox as well as
woodland birds such as Greater Spotted
Woodpecker, Bullfinch and Goldcrest. Buzzards
are frequently seen circling above the
treetops.
Ethy is beautiful at any time of year but the
best views of the estuary are during the
Autumn and Winter, when the trees have lost
their leaves. The best time to see estuary
birdlife is when the tide is going out.
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Lostwithiel and Lerryn are the nearest towns
or villages.
OS Grid Reference: SX125565
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Ethy Wood is approximately 4 kms south east of
the town of Lostwithiel. The nearest village
(with car-park, shop, pub, toilets etc.) is
Lerryn.
From Lostwithiel on the A390 take the road for
Lerryn. After approximately 2 miles turn right
at a crossroads � the turning is signed St
Winnow. This road will bring you to the hamlet
of St Winnow.
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Fowey Harbour
The mouth of the River Fowey is one of the
finest estuaries in Cornwall, a mecca for
pleasure boating and sailing and still a
vibrant working port. China clay from the
moors above St Austell is loaded onto ships
here for distribution around the world. But it
is for its leisure facilities that most people
visit Fowey harbour. A sailing regatta, one of
the most important in southern England, is
held every August, and on any day of the year
a vast array of yachts can be seen sailing in
and out of the harbour. For the less
adventurous or well-off sailor, there�s always
a motor boat to be hired by the hour. It was
in a house overlooking this water that Daphne
du Maurier wrote some of her celebrated
novels.
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Fowey,
Cornwall PL23
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FOWEY HARBOUR CLICK
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Readymoney Beach
Looking across the mouth of the Fowey River
to Readymoney Cove.
Behind the beach is one of the houses
Daphne du Maurier lived in. To the left is
St Catherine's Castle guarding the harbour
and on the right presumably something to do
with the Rashleigh familyA small and sheltered sandy beach on
the outskirts of Fowey which is a very
pleasant town with much to see. Its also
worth climbing up to St Catherines
Castle for some spectacular views of the
estuary. There are regular ferries to
PolruanDirections:Fowey is 9 miles from St
Austell and 19 miles from Liskeard.
Approach from east or west on the A390.
2 miles west of Lostwithiel turn left
onto the B3269. At a roundabout go
straight across (onto the A3082) and
turn left at the next two roundabouts.
Instead of driving down into Fowey
follow the road above the town for the
two car parks. The Readymoney Beach car
park is a 10 minute walk from the
beach
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Fowey
Cornwall
Directions:Fowey is 9 miles from St Austell
and 19 miles from Liskeard.
Approach from east or west on the A390. 2
miles west of Lostwithiel turn left onto the
B3269. At a roundabout go straight across
(onto the A3082) and turn left at the next
two roundabouts. Instead of driving down
into Fowey follow the road above the town
for the two car parks. The Readymoney Beach
car park is a 10 minute walk from the
beach
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St Catherine's Castle
St Catherine's Castle was built in 1536 by
Henry VIII, to protect Fowey harbour from
French Invasion and as one of several
fortifications running along the south coast.
This small castle is now in poor condition and
is managed by English Heritage.Blockhouses
were added to each side of Fowey harbour mouth
for extra support. The blockhouse and
bastioned curtain wall are on the tip of a
rocky headland at the entrance to the River
Fowey estuary, facing Polruan across the water
from Fowey. The blockhouse was refurbished to
form a two gun battery, below the 16th century
fort, during the Crimean War and was used as a
practice battery towards the end of the 19th
century. During the Second World War an
emplacement for a gun battery was dug at the
point.The castle remains overlook the estuary
and can be approached by a short path from the
beach. They are situated to the south west of
Fowey along a footpath from the car park at
Readymoney Cove.
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Fowey
Cornwall
1 1⁄2 miles SW of Fowey, along a
woodland footpath off A3082
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St Sampson�s Church
It�s said that there are more saints in
Cornwall than there are in heaven. St Sampson
is one of them � a Celtic missionary who
passed through the county sometime in the
seventh century, and was responsible for a
place of worship high on the valleyside
overlooking the River Fowey at Golant. The
present church dates from the thirteenth
century, and is remarkable for its exquisite
wooden ceiling and numerous ancient pieces of
furniture, including a bishop�s chair which
dates from the sixteenth Century.
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Tamar Valley Donkey Park
The Tamar Valley Donkey Park is home to
about 30 donkeys, many rescued, and most of
which are on the site open to visitors. The
park is set in the lovely countryside on the
edge of Cornwall, close to the border with
Devon, with breathtaking views of Plymouth
Sound. In addition to the donkeys there are
lots of other animals including goats,
sheep, rabbits, guinea pigs and pigs.
Children can ride the donkeys and feed the
rabbits in their warren, in addition to
stroking and petting many of the other
creatures.The Park offers other family
entertainment including an adventure play
ground. Eeyore’s Souvenir Store has a range
of gifts to take home and it is even
possible to “adopt�� a donkey.
Holly’s Café offers both hot and cold meals
and Cornish cream teas. There is also a
picnic area for those planning lunch
outside, and plenty of shady spots in which
to relax.Situated at Gunnislake, not far
from the Tamar Bridge, the park has ample
parking and facilities for the disabled. It
is open daily from the beginning of April
until the end of October each year and at
weekends and during school holidays in the
winter.
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St Ann's Chapel
Gunnislake
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PL18 9HW
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Listed below are attractions in Hayle:
Hayle is a town on the north coast of
Cornwall, with an impressive industrial past
from the Bronze Age to the 18th Century when
Harvey�s Foundry was built and produced beam
engines for mines all over the world. The
sweeping crescent shape of the stunning
beach edged by sand dunes is pure pleasure
for swimmers and surfers alike. Godrevy
lighthouse built in 1859 still looks
blinking out to sea, has graced many
photographs and paintings and was
inspiration for Virginia Wolfe. The town is
close to the mouth of the River, and at low
tides the jetties and piers are an ideal
place to fish for Rays, however the tidal
flows are strong and care must be taken. If
you prefer to fish for trout or eels then
there are lakes close by in a wooded valley.
Paradise Park is a fun place to spend some
time with lots to offer from the Wildlife
Sanctuary, rare parrots, delightful gardens
and miniature railway. Whatever the reason
for arriving in Hayle whether it�s the beach
or seeing the migratory birds visit in their
thousands, to the thought provoking coastal
walks where seals and wild flowers combine,
you won�t wish to leave.
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Hayle Library, Commercial Road,
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Tel: [01736] 753196
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Contract Interiors Gallery
Interestingly, this building is not just a
gallery, but also a place of business. The
gallery is owned by two young entrepreneurs
who used their money to establish a gallery to
exhibit art, one of their passions. The result
has been this well respected and visited
gallery in the heart of Cornwall, a county
that attracts artists from across the world to
bask in its beauty and charm.
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Country Skittles
Townsend - A whole host of games awaits you
in the bowling arena! Serious bowling or just
great fun - any number can play. A fantastic
fun-filled family venue in the heart of
beautiful West Cornwall.
Over 60 different games! including:� Crazy Golf � Pool Tables � Table
Football �
Air Hockey � Video Quiz Games �
Arcade Games � Giant Draughts �
Shuffleboard � Batak � Darts �
Traditional Wooden Games
� Family Board Games � and many
more!
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TR27 6ER
From either Hayle or Helston take
the B3302 (from Camborne take the B3280)
to Leedtown, then take the B3280 to
Townsend Village. Turn right at the
crossroads and you'll find Country
Skittles about half a mile on the
right.
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Greenacres Short Golf
St Erth - Superb 9 hole course, set in 12
glorious acres. Great value golfing for all in
picturesque surroundings
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Jeepers Karting
Jeepers Karting is one of 3 great
attractions, family owned and run, all in
one place in St Erth, Nr Hayle, West
Cornwall. Jeepers Karting offers Go karting
for all the family boasting 2 circuits and a
choice of karts.At Jeepers Karting your safety is our main
priority therefore helmets and a full safety
briefing is provided and our karts are
regularly maintained for maximum safety and
performance. We offer an arrive & drive
facility and can also cater for corporate
groups (please contact us).
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Chenhalls Road St.Erth Hayle Cornwall TR27
6HJ
Look for the brown and white signs at the
St.Ives / St.Erth roundabout on the
A30
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Paradise Park Wildlife Sanctuary
Now Paradise Park has an international
reputation for breeding rare species, is home
to the World Parrot Trust charity and was
chosen twice by the independent 'Good Britain
Guide' as Cornwall's Family Attraction of the
Year.Hundreds of beautiful birds, from parrots
to penguins and eagles to flamingoes plus
otters, red pandas and red squirrels. In 2004
a group of alpacas will join donkeys and
rabbits on the Fun Farm. Many pairs of owls,
toucans and cranes have large aviaries and
mixed groups of parrots have plenty of flying
space. Sheltered exotic gardens with new
'Gazebo Garden'.A full timetable includes
Penguin, Otter and Rainbow Lorikeet feeding.
The amazing Free Flying Bird Show allows
visitors to admire the beauty and intelligence
of the parrot family. The 'Fort Paradise' play
area and a wildlife quiz for children to win a
badge are favourites too.Paradise Park is a
great choice for a family day out - worthwhile
conservation work and entertaining for all
ages.
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Glanmore House
Trelissick Road
Hayle
Cornwall
TR27 4HB
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Tel: +44 (0) 1736 751020
Fax: +44 (0) 1736 751028
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Penwith Pitch & Putt
St Erth - Superb 18 hole course, set in 16
glorious acres. Great value golfing fun for
all ages and abilities.
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Helford Attractions
Listed below are attractions in
Helford:
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Carwinion
The house at Carwinion was built in
the late 18th century, but the gardens were
developed much later. It is believed that this
may have happened in conjunction with several
other neighbouring properties. Expeditions
were financed by groups of friends and
relatives and exotic plants were imported to
the Cornish gardens.The long narrow valley, in
which this garden flourishes, contains several
ponds and a lovely collection of trees and
shrubs including eucryphias, camellias and
rhododendrons. Since the nineteen eighties,
the garden has been particularly well-known
for the large collection of various species of
bamboo. The clumps of this plant have been
made into a particular feature and are
distributed all around the garden.Many of the
plants growing in the garden, including some
species of bamboo, can be purchased at the
nursery. This was formerly the
Camellia and
Hydrangea Nursery in Porthtowan. A
Fern Garden lies in the quarry on the
east side of the valley and many large leafed
sub-tropical plants abound in the valley which
runs down towards the Helford River. As a
contrast, there is an area containing some
rare and lovely wood anemones.The garden is close to the village of Mawnan
Smith and belongs to the
National Trust and the
Rogers family, who continue to manage
the estate and gardens. It is open every
day
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Carwinion Road
Mawnan Smith
Falmouth
Cornwall
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River Helford
The Lizard peninsula is almost cut in half by
the River Helford and the various creeks and
tributaries feeding it. It is totally
different to the rest of the Lizard, being a
quiet, tree-lined haven of quiet where yachts
can anchor at leisure. One of the headwaters,
Frenchman�s Creek has been immortalised in the
novel of the same name by Daphne du Maurier
and on the upper reaches of the river lies the
National Seal Sanctuary at Gweek
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Helford, The Lizard,
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Listed below are attractions in Helston:
Helston is a delightful small yet bustling
market town in the south of Cornwall. Midway
between Falmouth and Penzance and awash with
Inns and traditional shops it makes for an
excellent base when touring the county. Its
main street is steep and charming with a
stream often running down one sideIn the
Domesday Book, the town is, referred to as
Henliston and King John granted its charter
in 1201. Helston has always been associated
with mining - the river was once a very rich
tin stream. The town became a coinage town
during thr reign of Edward I and more than
100 tin and copper mines, have been worked
in the district over a long period of
timeThese days of courses the mines have
long since closed and the areas main
industry now is tourism ensuring a plethora
of local accommodation for you to choose
from.
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79 Meneage Street
Helston Cornwall TR13 8RB
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Tel: [01326] 565431
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Bonythorn Manor
lies close to Cury Cross Lanes on
the Lizard peninsula. Although the original
estate dates back to the 13th century, many
of the trees were planted during the early
19th century, around fifty years after the
construction of the present house. Most of
these are beech and Monterey pine.
Paths wander between the trees, surfaced
with pebbles from the nearby Loe Bar
beach.Much of the garden as it is today was
planted in recent years. Lawns and shrubs
have been laid along the drive and there has
been new planting in the walled garden. Some
of this area is quite wild in appearance
whilst the vegetable garden adds an
additional splash of colour.Beyond the
orchard is Lake Joy, which has its
own island and resident swans. A second lake
has been more recently planted with many
South African species of plants, imported by
the present owners. The garden is open to
the public during the summer months and is
being constantly developed by the owners,
who have already rescued many of the
original features.Open from April to October
on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and
Fridays between the times of 10-00am and
4-30pm.
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Bonython Estate, Cury Cross
Lanes,
Helston, Cornwall, TR12
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Phone +44(0)1326
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Bosahan
Close to the Helford River, Bosahan serves-up
horticultural bliss with a breathtaking view
to the estuary and sea.Bosahan has its own
microclimate, enabling a fusion of tender
plants from both hemispheres to flourish in
the moist shelter. Radiant rows of
rhododendrons and azaleas are mixed with the
likes of magnolias and southern hemisphere
tree and shrub species. The exotic palm groves
and mature Maidenhair trees have made a lush
canopy under which to explore the
'sub-tropical' environment. Bosahan is blessed
with a meandering stream trickling through the
centre, creating a wonderful garden for
walkers to follow a trail along the fern-edged
banks and palm-fringed pond.
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Bosahan Estate Office
Manaccan
Helston
Cornwall
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The Flambards Experience
Step back in time in the award winning
Flambards Victorian Village � a compelling
life-size re-creation of a lamp-lit village
with more than 50 shops, traders and homes
showing the magic and mysteries of life in
Victorian England. Or, move forward to 1941
and experience the dangers of Britain in the
Blitz, a life-size re-creation of a World War
II blitzed street. Walk onto the flight deck
of the original Concorde mock-up and let your
imagination rip you into jet set travel or
browse through the fascinating exhibitions,
which will include a new display of a Century
of Pioneering Flight.Then, outside, overdose
on Family Thrill Therapy. Challenge the mighty
THUNDERBOLT, dare the awesome EXTREME FORCE,
ride the HORNET, the rollercoaster with a
sting in the tail and splash down the Thunder
River LOG FLUME. And new for this year test
out the Rocking Tugboat and the fantastic
traditional 50ft Carousel.The new Cornish Mine
Train offers a fun ride for young
children.Visit Ferdi�s Funland with its wide
selection of rides specially designed for
children and including the fabulous new
Shuttle. Meet Gus Honeybun and explore his
burrow. Let the Clowns Orchestra entertain
toddlers in the Tots Playzone while older
children tire themselves out in the Sealegs
Safari, the COOL ZONE or Wobbly Bridges.Test
your presentational skills in the Weather
Forecasting studio and visit Cornwall�s
hands-on Science Centre with its unique
disorientation tunnel and experience and
explore scientific phenomena.Interact with
animals, birds, rats, reptiles and snakes in
the Really Wild Experience.And, on the Centre
Stage in the high season, there�s children�s
entertainment, magic and circus workshops and
several special events throughout the
year.There�s just so much to do and enjoy for
all ages. For our 2008 programme � please go
to the Flambards Website or pick up a
brochure.
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Helston, TR13 OQA.
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Telephone: (01326) 573404
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Godolphin House
A stately home of some note, this, Godolphin
House, is one of the most impressive pieces of
private architecture in the local area. The
house is open to the public and enjoys a great
deal of beautifully kept grounds that have
changed very little in style for many hundreds
of years. The internal features of the house
are similar and offer a grand and well
preserved environment for visitors looking for
a taste of the past.
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Godolphin Cross
Cornwall
TR13 9RE
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Goonhilly Earth Station The Visitors
Centre
It is
Goonhilly Satellite Earth Station
Experience. With over 60 huge dishes, it makes a
dramatic impression on the Lizard Peninsula
landscape.
Check out our fully interactive
Visitors Centre. Explore the world of
communications. Experience tomorrows
technology today and see your own animated 3D
virtual head!
Get up close and personal to some of the
dishes on our fascinating
Guided Bus Tour.
The Visitors Centre has film shows; children�s
play areas, a large retail zone, and a
licensed caf�.
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Goonhilly Downs
Helston
Cornwall
TR12 6LQ
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Tel: +44 (0) 800 679593
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Halliggye Fogou
Roofed and walled in stone, this complex of
passages is the largest and best-preserved of
several mysterious underground tunnels
associated with Cornish Iron Age settlements.
The purpose of such 'fogous' - a
Cornish-language word meaning 'cave' - is
unknown. Refuges, storage chambers or ritual
shrines have all been suggested.
Free entry to the fogou. Entry to the rest of
the Trelowarren Estate is charged.
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Garras
Mawgan
Helston
Cornwall
5 miles SE of Helston off B3293. E of Garras on
Trelowarren Estate
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Helston Folk Museum
Helston Folk Museum is concerned mainly with
the social history of this area, as opposed to
the many museums that have a top down view of
the country. Through a fascinating set of
exhibitions, the museum brings to life the lot
of the simple man and woman who have grown up
and lived in this area for thousands of years.
Using artefacts and documents that have been
found, it examines their culture and how it
has developed to what we see today.
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Market Place, Helston,
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Lizard and Kynance Cove, The
The Lizard peninsular is an interesting
area that is well worth a detour
to visit. The most famous site on the
peninsular is Lizard Point which is the
most southerly point in mainland
Britain. Here you will find a lifeboat
station and details of the many ships
that have got into difficulties in these
tricky waters over the years. There is
also a shop and cafe from which to
admire the view.A steep path leads down from Lizard Point
to a small cove and the lifeboat station.
The area has been the site of several ship
wrecks in the past and there are details of
rescues on a board at the top of the path.
Nearby there is also a fine lighthouse and
walks along the cliffs towards Coverack in
the east and Vellan Head to the west.
Also on the peninsular are RNAS Culdrose,
from which rescue helicopters fly and
Goonhilly Downs which is the World's largest
satellite earth station. In the area nearby
are Mullion Cove, a tiny fishing village and
very picturesque too and Kynance Cove where
they collect the serpentine rock, that can
be seen in many local gift shops.
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Loe Bar
The River Cober flows through Helston and
empties into The Loe, a large lake just west
of the town. This is separated from the sea by
a wide bank of soft, white sand � Loe Bar.
This long, pleasant stretch of beach is a mile
or so south of Porthleven, accessible from
there by road or by taking the Berepper
turning near the Culdrose airbase south of
Helston. The beach can also be reached on foot
by following the Penrose Walks along the Loe
valley from Helston itself.
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Helston,
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Loe Pool
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National Seal Sanctuary
Welcome to the National Seal Sanctuary, home
to the UK�s busiest rescue centre for marine
mammals.NEW FOR 2008 ~ SEAL RESCUE CENTRE: This year you won�t just learn about seal
rescue you can become a rescue volunteer
yourself. Discover how to tube-feed a rescued
pup and how to take its temperature. Don�t
worry through; our special �plastic� seal pups
don�t bite. Check out these graceful swimmers
through our special underwater
observatory.CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF SEAL RESCUE IN
CORNWALL:This year the Seal Sanctuary will celebrate
its 50th anniversary of seal rescue in
Cornwall. First started back in 1958 the
Sanctuary has now become the UK�s leading
rescue centre, with between 40~50 seal pup
rescues every winter. Seal pups can spend
between 3~6 months receiving rehabilitation
before being released back in to the
wild.
PROVIDING A PERMANENT HOME TO SEALS &
SEA LIONS:As well as the rescued pups we care for
every winter, the Seal Sanctuary also provides
a permanent home to other animals that either
could not be returned to the wild, or retired
from other wildlife parks from around the UK. The National Seal Sanctuary facts:The UK�s ONLY Artic Hooded Seal - One of the UK�s largest sea lion, weighing in
at 350 kilos- The WORLDS oldest seal ~ who in 2008
celebrated his 40th birthday. - Providing a permanent retirement for the most
diverse collection of seals and sea lion in
the UK. - Entry ticket valid all day - Safari Bus (summer season) - Feeds and talks throughout the dayMeet some of our other residents that include
Asian Short Clawed Otters, Goats and Ponies.
Check out the creatures that live on the
British shoreline at our Cornish Coast Rock
Pool.
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Gweek
Helston
Cornwall
TR12 6UG
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Penrose Estate: Gunwalloe and Loe Pool
Loe Pool is Cornwall's largest freshwater lake,
separated from the sea by a great shingle bar.
Wildlife is in abundance here, including many
birds and mammals including notable species such
as the otter. A variety of walks around the
estate, including a circular route around the
Loe. A natural treasure hidden from view .
Gunwalloe � sandy beaches and Medieval church
nestling in the dunes
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nr Helston, Cornwall TR13 0RD
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tel: 01326 561407
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Poldark Mine
An all weather site set in the picturesque
Wendron Mining District World Heritage Site.
In addition to its important mining heritage
Poldark contains a growing range of local
craft shops, interactive craft workshops and
activities for all age groups.Take a guided
tour of the Poldark Mine, described by the
Chairman of English Heritage as �one of the two most atmospheric mine tours
in Europe�, visit our Museum and learn some of the
fascinating story of early tin mining and the
Cornish overseas, try your hand at the varied
activities and amusements, brows the antiques
and craft workshops or just relax in the
Garden Caf� with a cream tea or light lunch �
whatever your age you will find something to
interest you at Poldark.Interactive Crafts
include: Candle Making, Ceramic Painting,
Pottery Throwing, Wood Turning Silver
Jewellery Making, and Gold Panning. In
addition the site contains: a children�s play
area; amusement arcade pool, air hockey and
much more; Gem Sands where you can search for
genuine gem quality DIAMONDS (22 found in
2006) in addition to other precious and semi
precious stones !
Souvenir and craft shops include: Turner�s
Antiques and Books, Cheri Rose Cornish Crafts,
The Poldark Wood Turners, The Sands of
Cornwall, The Jeweller�s Workshop, The Cap
Lamp Press and the Poldark Mine Shop - all
with their own unique range of goods.
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Wendron
Helston
Cornwall
TR13 0ER
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Roskilly�s Ice Cream
Sometimes the simplest is the best.
Cornish ice cream has certainly stood the test
of time. Made with organic milk sourced
from the farm�s freely-grazing Jersey herd and
free from artificial ingredients, Roskilly�s
offer a taste of Italian �artisan� ice cream
in the heart of England. Their range is sold through a range of �scoop
outlets� and shops across the country and
there are more than 40 different flavours to
choose from. These stretch from old favourites
(vanilla, strawberry) to the luscious
Blackcurrant Cheesecake and Chocolate Brownie
and Marshmallow. Andy Phillips, commercial manager for
Roskilly�s, told me that their ethos is all
about classic flavours: �Fancy, Heston-type
ice cream may be popular in Michelin-starred
restaurants, but the public really want
simple, delicious flavours. We recently
made our Coral Crunch flavour, which is
passion fruit and mango with sherbert pips,
and it�s been a huge success with children and
adults alike.�
Half-litre takeaway tubs cost �4.00, while
individual, eat-away 110 ml pots cost just
�1.60.
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Roskilly's Ltd
Ice cream & Organic farm
Tregellast Barton,
St. Keverne,
Helston
Cornwall,
TR 12 6NX
Email:
admin@roskillys.co.uk
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Trelowarren House and Chapel
Trelowarren lies on the Lizard
peninsula, close to the River Helford. This
spot has been inhabited for thousands of years
and the Iron Age Halligye fougou is
very near. The estate was mentioned in the
Domesday Book and has been owned by the
Vyvyan family since the first part of the 15th
century. Even then, there was mention of an
existing garden and there was certainly a deer
park in Elizabethan times. Both house and
garden were remodelled in the Georgian era and
subsequently a ha-ha was created to separate
the gardens from the surrounding
moorland.Pleasure gardens were created to the
south of the main house and three walled
gardens were created.
Lady Vyvyan�s Garden is one of these
and it has particularly interesting walls
containing gothic windows and a turret.
Another of the enclosed gardens has a central
temple style building, which was originally
intended to be a library. This garden was part
of an ambitious project for a botanical flower
garden based on the Linnaean classification
system. An interesting seed house has survived
within this garden.Lawns surround the house
and wide stone steps lead to raised gardens
above these. The pleasure gardens contain the
highest point in the gardens, and the highest
point on the whole of the Lizard. This fifty
foot high mount was originally called
Three Seas point, as the coast on all
three sides of the peninsula could be seen
from this spot. The view today is inhibited by
the many trees in the surrounding
woodlands.Trelowarren is particularly
interesting because there are still many
different styles of garden to be seen here.
Formal geometric gardens have survived beside
the more open aspects favoured by such later
gardeners as Capability Brown. The
Pleasure Garden is a good example of a
small Rococo garden. The restoration of the
grounds is an ongoing project.
In addition to the gardens and house, there
are a number of outbuildings which have been
converted to various uses. These include a
restaurant, a shop and a local craft display
centre. The estate is open
each day from April until September every
year.
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Trevarno Estate Gardens & The National
Museum of Gardening
Trevarno Gardens is one of Cornwall's secret
treasures. Set in a valley, 2 miles from
Helston, home of the Flora dance, this
wonderful Victorian garden is a plantsman's
paradise, featuring an extensive collection of
trees, shrubs and exotic plants. Other notable
features include the 100 year-old Serpentine
Yew Tunnel and a Victorian Boathouse.The
Estate also includes the National Museum of
Gardening containing a remarkable celebration
of Britain's glorious gardening heritage in
ten themed areas, illustrating how gardens and
gardening have influenced people's
lives.There's also the Vintage Soap collection
supporting our Organic Skincare production; a
Vintage Toy Collection, Plant Sales, Shop,
Children's Play Area, .Extended Estate Walk
and Viewing Platform. Various events
throughout the year.
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Trevarno Manor
Crownton
Helston
Cornwall
TR13 0RU
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Tel: +44 (0) 1326 574 274
Fax: +44 (0) 1326 574 282
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Isles of Scilly
The Isles of Scilly is an archipelago of five
inhabited islands and numerous other small
rocky islets 28 miles off Lands End - the most
South Westerly point of the British Isles.
With a total population of just over two
thousand, an exceptionally mild climate, and
countless golden sandy beaches, Scilly is a
beautiful haven of peace and tranquility loved
by visitors and locals alike.The one thing you
are sure to want to do is to explore the
islands, and there are lots of ways to chose
from.
Of course, there are lots of boat trips to the
various inhabited and uninhabited
islands. To see the islands from a
unique perspective try a sailing trip on the
catamaran 'Halcyon Daze', or an exhilarating
rib ride with Island Sea Safaris.
There are also bus tours of St Mary's,
including Island Rover (01720 422131, operates
daily at 10.15 & 13.30) and the classic
tour bus 'Katie bus'. These include
commentaries about local history and places of
interest. Bus tours leave from the strand in
the centre of Hugh Town.For the more
energetic, you can explore St Mary's at your
leisure by hiring a bike from Buccabu Bike
Hire at Porthcressa. Bikes can be hired for
half a day, a full day, 24 hours or a full
week (an adult bike costs �6 for a full day).
Contact them on 01720
422289.
Guided walking tours of the Islands are also
available.Resident ornithologist and
naturalist Will Wagstaff runs Island Wildlife
Tours (01720 422212), offering a daily walk
either on St Mary's or one of the off-islands.
For daily itinerary, see Will's board on the
quay.Archaeologist Katharine Sawyer (01720
423326) leads archaeological and historical
guided walk around St Mary's on a regular
basis throughout the season
However you chose to
explore, make sure you pay a visit to Carreg
Dhu Community Garden in the centre of St
Mary's.
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Bant's Carn Burial Chamber and Halangy Down
Ancient Village
In a wonderfully scenic location, on a hill
above the site of the ancient Iron Age
village, stands this Bronze Age burial mound
with entrance passage and inner
chamber.
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Cromwell's Castle
Standing on a rocky promontory guarding the
lovely anchorage between Bryher and Tresco,
this round tower is one of the few surviving
Cromwellian fortifications in Britain, built
after the conquest of the Royalist Scillies in
1651.
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Garrison Walls
Extensive defensive walls and earthworks
dating back to the 16th century You can enjoy
a two-hour walk alongside the ramparts of
these defensive walls and earthworks, dating
from the 16th to 18th centuries.
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Harrys Walls
16th-century fort built over St Mary's Pool
harbour, but never finished
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Innisidgen Lower and Upper Burial
Chambers
Two Bronze Age communal burial cairns of
particularly Scillonian type, with fine views.
The upper cairn is the best preserved on the
islands.
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The Isles of Scilly Museum
holds a comprehensive collection of
maritime, social and natural history of the
islands. Bronze age artefacts - Then and Now
photographs - Wild flowers - Nautical knots -
16th Century artefacts - Cargo from the Cita -
Musical instruments - Hollandia Coins -
Flotsam and jetsam - Barrel organ - Domestic
pottery - Katie's kitchen - Weights and
measures - Royal visists - Cannon muskets
swords - Ships' bells - A fully rigged pilot
gig built in 1877 Opening times:Easter - 30th Sept: Monday to
Saturday 10.00 - 16.301st October - Easter: Monday to Saturday
10.00 - 12.00
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Church Street, St Mary's
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King Charles's Castle
Remains of castle built for coastal defence
on the north side of Tresco.The ruins of a mid
16th-century coastal artillery fort, later
garrisoned - hence the name - by Civil War
Royalists. Reached from New Grimsby by
footpath.
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Library and internet access
The library has a wide selection of
books for loan, and also a small selection of
CDs, videos and audio tapes. Visitors can
borrow books using their mainland library
card. Public internet access is available in
the library.Opening hours:Monday - Thursday:
09.30 - 12.00 and 15.30 - 18.00 Friday and
Saturday: 09.30 - 12.00Internet access is also
available at the following places - the
Tourist Information Centre (Hugh Street), The
Deli (WIFI, Hugh Street), The Boat Shed Bistro
(Porthmellon), Tregarthen's Hotel, The
Airport, and Longstone Centre.
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The Public Library
is located at Buzza Street, St
Mary's.
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Michael Morpurgo
(Children's Laureate 2004-2005)
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http://www.simplyscilly.co.uk/
http://www.michaelmorpurgo.com
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Old Blockhouse
Substantial remains of a small 16th-century
gun tower protecting Old Grimsby harbour,
vigorously defended during the Civil
War.
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Porth Hellick Down Burial Chamber
A large and imposing Scillonian Bronze Age
entrance grave, with kerb, inner passage and
burial chamber all clearly visible.
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St Mary's, Isles of Scilly
1 3⁄4 miles NE of Hugh Town
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Radio Scilly
Since September 2007, Radio Scilly has been a
permanent, full time service to the islands,
broadcasting on 107.9FM and around the world
on www.radioscilly.com. For more information,
to hear podcasts of the latest news from the
islands, to sign up for the Scilly Lottery, or
to sign up to the Radio Scilly email
newsletter, visit their website.
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Restaurants and Cafes
Unlicensed
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Kavorna Bakery, St Mary's
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422660
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Little Arthur's Farm, St
Martin's
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422457
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Vine Cafe, Bryher
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The Quay shop and cafe, New Grimsby,
Tresco
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423266
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Tresco Abbey Gardens Cafe,
Tresco
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Iif phoning from the mainland use Scillonia code
01720
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The Boat Shed, Porthmellon, St
Mary's
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423881
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Dibble and Grub, Porthcressa, St
Mary's
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Chez Michel, St Mary's
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Pilot's Gig, St Mary's
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The Galley, St Mary's
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Old Town Cafe, St Mary's
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Tolman Cafe, St Mary's
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Airport Buffet, St Mary's
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Juliet's Garden Restaurant, Porthloo,
St Mary's
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Covean Cottage, St Agnes
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Polreath, St Martin's
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Round Island Bar and Bistro, St
Martin's on the Isle, St Martin's
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Tresco Abbey
The tropical gardens at
Tresco Abbey in the Isles of Scilly
have long been a popular place with tourists
visiting the islands. The gardens were
originally planted by Augustus Smith in
the early 19th century, when he was lord
proprietor of the island. The ruined abbey
buildings seemed to be an ideal spot for a
garden, which soon grew from a small formal
area into a seventeen acre site of terraces,
walkways and fish ponds.Augustus Smith was
responsible for importing and planting many of
the exotic species seen in the gardens today.
Over a period of forty years, he developed the
gardens to include various species of palm
trees and succulents alongside various other
exotic plants. This included the first
planting of trees and shrubs to form the
Long Walk.The
Dorrien-Smith family have continued to
develop the gardens since the latter part of
the 19th century. One of the first and most
important adaptations was the construction of
a windbreak composed of Monterey pines and
cypresses. This provided additional shelter
for further exotic varieties from such places
as New Zealand and South Africa. The ruins of
the abbey itself are particularly attractive
due to the attractive climbing plants which
have been encouraged to festoon the old
stones.The mild climate of the Scilly Isles
has enabled many plants, normally only grown
under glass in the British Isles, to thrive
here. There are banana trees and citrus trees,
which fruit regularly. Many of the more tender
varieties are found in the Well Garden and
around the series of small pools from which
the West Rockery climbs upwards. Throughout
the gardens are a number of viewing points
offering wonderful vistas of the sea and
gardens.Tresco Abbey Gardens are open
all year. A boat trip from Hughtown on the
main island of St Mary�s takes the visitor to
Tresco, where there are a number of hotels and
guest houses catering for visitors. During the
summer season, there is also helicopter
access.
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St Ildierna�s Church
High on a hill looking out across beautiful
Lantivet Bay in southern Cornwall is the
fifteenth Century St Ildierna�s, the parish
church of Lansallos. There are fine views
across the bay to Pencarrow Head and Dodman�s
Point from the churchyard. A path leads down
from the church to the totally unspoilt
Lansallos Cove, where visitors can inspect a
huge cleft in the cliffs cut by generations of
farmers to enable seaweed to be carried on
horseback from the beach to the surrounding
fields.
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Lansallos, Near Looe,
Cornwall PL13 2PU
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Launceston
Attractions :
Listed below are attractions in
Launceston:
Launceston is the Gateway to Cornwall with
its Georgian houses, intricately carved
church, narrow streets and market square it
is a delightful rural town offering a range
of shops and services. The Lawrence House
Museum showcases the town's history, from
the Bronze Age to World War II and standing
proud over the town is the Norman Castle.
The castle at Launceston dominates the
surrounding landscape - perched on top of a
large, natural mound this was the ultimate
status symbol of Middle Age wealth and
power. Originally known as Dunheved the
Castle was an impressive and strategically
important building that controlled the river
crossing in and out of Cornwall. Launceston
is the chief town of a wide area lying
between Dartmoor and Bodmin Moor.
In Saxon times it was the site of a Royal
Mint. By the 12th century the town itself
had become walled (the only walled town in
Cornwall) and for centuries the Assizes were
housed here, in the castle itself and
Guildhall in the town. The Prince of Wales
comes to Launceston once in his lifetime as
Duke of Cornwall to receive the feudal dues
which are his right within the Duch of
Cornwall. Launceston has been and still is
an important market centre; the rights to
hold such markets were among the privileges
granted by Royal Charter. All around
Launceston the area oozes history and is
dotted with villages and hamlets set amid
open fields - it is quite literally a
delight for the visitor and walker.
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Market House The Arcade
Launceston PL15 8EP
Email Launceston
LAUNCESTON CLICK
Managers:
Allison Jeffery and Shirley Evely
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Aerosorus Hot Air Balooning
Cornwall, famous for its Cornish pasties, is
a county in the South West of England that is
rich in rolling countryside, golden beaches,
towering cliffs, mythology and magnificence.
Cornwall has a history dating back to Celtic
times and the Cornish Language (Kernewek) is
the direct descendant of the ancient language
spoken by the Celtic settlers. As a hot air balloon has no steering wheel
and is directed purely by the wind, all our
balloon rides meet between Bodmin and
Launceston thus placing us in the center of
the county. North Cornwall has spectacular landscape and
dramatic coastline where nearly one third of
the region is a recognised area of outstanding
natural beauty. From the sky you could fly
over Beacon Hill, Bodmin moor, many striking
country houses, medieval castles and numerous
places of interest. Views stretch for miles,
in the north to Lundy Island and the
breathtaking cliffs of Forrabury, to the east
Exmoor and Dartmoor and to the west King
Arthur�s Tintagel, Port Isaac and the surfing
centres of Newquay and Rock.
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Homeleigh Garden Centre,
Dutson,
Launceston,
PL15 9SP
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Very well known garden centre � mile north of
Launceston on the A388 Launceston to Holsworthy
road. Meet at the entrance to the car park.
Caf�/restaurant facilities during opening
hours.
AEROSORUS HOT AIR BALOONING
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Hawk's Tor
Tourists and holidaymakers speed through the
heart of Bodmin Moor on the A30 trunk road,
perhaps stopping at Jamaica Inn or Dozmary
Pool. But to see the real moor, you have to
get off the main roads and head for the remote
hills. Hawk�s Tor near North Hill is one of
the best of all, and at around 1000 feet above
sea level, is one of the highest. The summit
consists of huge granite boulders, shaped and
reshaped through millions of years of frost
and rain.
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Jamaica Inn
Made famous by Daphne du Maurier�s novel of
the same name, Jamaica Inn, set high amongst
the wild yet beautiful landscape of Bodmin
Moor, offers the same warm welcome today as it
has done for many years to families, coach
parties and other visitors. Sample our fine
ales, enjoy a good selection of food or stay
in one of our comfortable four-poster rooms.
Who knows, you might even be visited by one of
our residential ghosts! Whilst you�re here,
why not visit the Daphne du Maurier room full
of memorabilia including her famous Sheraton
writing desk. Then you can experience the
fascinating Daphne du Maurier�s Smugglers at
Jamaica Inn � a spectacular theatrical
presentation of her most famous novel, Jamaica
Inn, told in tableaux, sound and light.
Then it�s off to see one of the UK�s finest
collections of smuggling artefacts dating from
the present day back to the days of the old
coaching inn when our guests weren�t quite as
salubrious as they are today. Visit the shop
at Jamaica Inn where you can buy a souvenir of
the Inn, a Daphne du Maurier book or a gift.
Let the children enjoy the play area under
your watchful eye - they can even climb aboard
our very own wooden pirate ship!
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Bolventor,
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Launceston Castle
Located in the heart of the Cornwall
countryside, this castle would have once been
one of the most important pieces of
architecture in the area. Local people and
visitors still visit the site in large numbers
to enjoy what remains of the original
structure, which has been preserved to as much
degree as is possible. The area is surrounded
by nice views and good walks for all the
family.
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Launceston,
Cornwall PL15 8JE
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Lawrence House Museum
This museum is based in the heart of
Launceston and provides a first class visitor
attraction for anyone who is interested in
finding out more about the way that this
community has developed throughout the
centuries. On display is a large collection of
artefacts and documents that has been arranged
in such a fashion as to engage and educate
visitors.
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9 Castle Street, Launceston,
Cornwall PL15 1RT
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The Launceston Steam Railway
links the town of Launceston with the
hamlet of Newmills. Trains are hauled by steam
locomotives built at the end of the 19th
century.The Launceston and South Devon Railway
opened in 1865, between Launceston and
Plymouth. It was a subsidiary of the Great
Western Railway and was taken over 21 years
later by the London and South Western Railway.
The line closed in 1966.In the second half of
the 1960s, Nigel Bowman restored the
locomotive Lilian, which he had purchased from
the Penrhyn Slate Quarry in North Wales. From
1968, Lilian was occasionally used on a short
length of track owned by a friend. In 1971,
after looking at various sites, Nigel
approached Launceston Council with proposals
to lay a narrow gauge railway. The first half
mile of track eventually opened on Boxing Day
1983 and the route to Newmills was completed
in 1995.Tickets are valid all day, so visitors can
have as many rides as they wish. At Newmills,
there is the riverside Farm Park whilst at
Launceston Station there are a museum, caf',
and shop. The car park is on the site of the
former LSWR station
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Potters Museum of Curiosity
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Southgate Arch Gallery
The Southgate Arch is one of the most
imposing buildings in this small Cornish
community, and his home to the town hall as
well as this art gallery. The gallery houses a
series of exhibitions through the year,
showcasing the talents of various artists
based in the region, as well as visiting
collections. The centre has a commitment to
helping develop the talents of young and
emerging artists.
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Cornwall PI15 7DP
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Tamar Otter Sanctuary
The centre which is run by the Otter Trust is
the only place in the West Country to breed
British otters on a regular basis. It also
runs a fabulous programme of reintroducing
young otters back into the wild every year as
part of the Otter Trust's re-introduction
programme. The sanctuary also runs a
rehabilitation centre for orphaned otter
cubs.As well as the many playful otters the
centre is also home to three species of deer
which roam freely around the grounds as well
as peacocks, wallabies and water fowl.There are also nature trails, woodland walks,
2 large lakes, picnic areas, tea room and a
gift shop.
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Launceston
Cornwall
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Trecarrell Manor Chapel and Hall
Medieval chapel c1500, dedicated to St Mary
Magdalene and banqueting hall of same period
with interesting carved roof which has been
restored.
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Trebullett
Launceston
Cornwall
PL15 9QG
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Trethorne Leisure Farm
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Virgin Hot Air Balooning
Where Cornwall meets Devon lies Launceston;
ancient capital of Cornwall. Flanked by rugged
Bodmin Moor, the Atlantic Coast, Dartmoor and
the River Tamar it is considered an area of
considerable beauty and charm with easy access
to both north and south coasts plus cities
Exeter, Plymouth and Truro.Launceston is
dominated by its 11th Century castle built by
Brian de Bretagne (first Norman Earl of
Cornwall). It is the only walled town in
Cornwall and boats much ancient architecture
and historical features. The 16th Century
Church of St. Mary Magdalene has one of the
most lavishly carved exteriors of any church
in England. You might see the distinctive
Southgate arch if you drift over the town and
down below you could see the Town Hall with
its fine clock and quarterjacks or the Town
Square with its surrounding narrow streets
where Georgian houses stand in splendid
array.Launceston Priory (founded in 1126 by
the then Bishop of Exeter) lies below and to
the north of the town alongside the River
Kensey where people may still cross by the
ancient Clapper Bridge. Our Launceston launch site is a fabulous spot
from which to catch a glimpse of ancient
Cornish towns and the wilds of Dartmoor
depending on which direction the wind decides
to carry you.
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Launceston launch site:-
The postcode for the meeting point for this
launch site is PL15 7QN.
PLEASE NOTE: All passengers must meet the
balloon crew at the meeting point detailed below
and should not go directly to the launch site
itself first. Driving on A30 heading West
The meeting point is the first parking area on
the left after passing Launceston and is
approximately 4 miles from the turn-off to
Launceston. Driving on A30 heading East
Approximately 16 miles after passing Bodmin the
meeting point can be found on the left hand side
of the road. It is not possible to turn right
into the parking area therefore it is necessary
to continue for approximately 1 mile until the
turning point on the A30 is reached in order to
go back.
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Launceston
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Liskeard Attractions
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Listed below are attractions in Liskeard:
Liskeard is an old Market town,
historically a place where Tin Miners
brought their tin for weighing and valuing,
and was granted it�s Market Charter in 1240,
since then has held it�s Cattle Market every
month. Cornwall�s second largest church is
here, built in the 15th Century with it�s
tower raising some 85�, eight bells and
lovely carvings . North of the town is
Bodmin Moor with it�s mystical past, burial
chambers, holy wells and Bronze Age
settlements. Or if journeying through
beautiful countryside on a steam train
pleases, then Bodmin and Wenford Railway is
a must. Perhaps music boxes, organs, pianos,
Wurlitzer�s, are your thing, then a visit to
Paul Corins Magnificent Music Machines is
entertaining. Or why not try The Arts and
Environmental Centre, a theatre and art
gallery where live music is performed
outside. If animals and the great outdoors
is favoured then Porfell Animal Wildlife
Park is an exciting place to visit, where
feeding the ducks, chickens and Deer are
just a few of the things to try. One of the
most delightful places to experience is
Carnglaze Slate Caverns where three
underground caverns, with a mesmeric
subterranean lake is carved out from the
wooded hillside.
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Liskeard Cornwall PL14 3JE
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Callington Attractions :
Listed below are attractions in
Callington:
Callington (Cornish:
Kelliwik) is a small town and civil parish in
southeast Cornwall, The civil parish had
a population of 4,783 in 2001, according to
the 2001 census, although recent figures show
that the population has risen to around 6000. In the 18th century, Callington was one of
the most important mining areas in the British
Isles. Deposits of silver were found nearby in
Silver Valley. Today many old mining stacks
dot the horizon, but there are no active mines
apart from some granite quarrying on Hingston
Down.The Callington constituency elected two
members to the unreformed House of Commons,
and was considered a
rotten borough. Its representation was abolished by the
Reform Act 1832.On the first Wednesday in October each
year, the Honey Fair brings to
the town street traders, entertainers and
exhibitors from far afield. Thousands of
people flock to the unique annual
event
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Callington Museum
Callington Museum is a fascinating collection
of archaeological finds, artefacts, pictures,
paintings and documents that have been collected
in order to chart the history of the area. It
has been well put together by a loving group of
curators and volunteers, many of whom are on
hand to tell you interesting stories about the
borough. The museum has been put together over a
period of many years and therefore is one of the
best in the area.
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Carnglaze Slate Caverns
consists of three underground caverns
reaching over 100 meters into a wooded hillside
between Liskeard and Bodmin.
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Cheesewring
High on Bodmin Moor stands one of the
strangest �tors�, or granite hilltops, in all
England. Centuries of wind and rain, snow and
frost, have eaten into the weakest points of
the stone, carving an extraordinary shape
which is said to resemble a cheesepress, hence
its name. The views from the hill are
remarkable � on a clear day you can see from
the blue waters of St Austell Bay, across the
moor, and up to Brown Willy � the highest
summit in Cornwall. A network of paths around
the Cheesewring makes the district a popular
destination for ramblers and riders.
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Duloe Church
The village of Duloe lies to the south of
Liskeard on the road to the coastal town of
Looe. The massive, square tower with its squat,
pyramid-shaped roof dominates this church and
dates from the 13th Century. Unusually, the
tower is attached to the south transept and
leans perceptibly from the vertical. The
splendid north chapel was added during the l5th
Century and includes the tomb of its principal
patron, Sir John Colshull. A pretty,
well-maintained churchyard surrounds the church
and is particularly attractive when its
daffodils are blooming.
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Dupath Well House
If you walk out of town on the Tavistock
Road and turn right after the roundabout but
before the garage you will have a pleasant
walk down a quiet lane and will eventually
come to Dupath Farm where the spring is
covered by a building dating from 1510
although it is believed to be the site of a
pre-Christian shrine. This is one of the
most imposing well houses in the
County.
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Cornwall
PL17 8AD
1 mile E of Callington off A388
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Golitha Falls
A National Nature Reserve, Golitha Falls is
an area of ancient woodlands beside the river
Fowey as it cascades through a steep gorge.
The scenery is beautiful in any season, the
falls are at their best after rain. The
woodlands are largely of oak, ash and beech.
The site is home to a wide variety of lichens,
liverwort, moss, birds and moths, including
some rare species. A few industrial remains
are now well merged into the landscape. The
site is an easy walk from a nearby car park
but reaching the lower sections requires some
rock scrambling.
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Herodsfoot Church
Herodsfoot's Church of All Saints was built
in 1850 on a hillside above the village. It is
a modest building in keeping with the small
size of the village that it serves. The walls
are well-buttressed, with a high and
steeply-pitched roof that inside the church
creates a pleasing sense of space. A single
bell is enclosed in a turret at the western
end. A nicely crafted porch welcomes visitors.
A programme of refurbishments since 2000
included the removal of the original pipe
organ installed in 1880
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Herodsfoot, Liskeard,
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Hurlers, The
On the outskirts of the village of Minions
are no fewer than three stone circles,
collectively known as The Hurlers. The
circles, which date from the Bronze Age,
around 1500BC, were probably erected as some
kind of sacred site, although like Stonehenge,
they could have served some other, unknown
purpose. According to local folklore, the
stones were once men; foolishly, they decided
to play hurlers on the Sabbath, and were
turned to stone for their sins.
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Minions, Near Liskeard,
Cornwall PL14
Located 1⁄2 mile NW of Minions, off
B3254
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HURLERS CLICK
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Enjoy the thrill and excitment of racing
against your colleagues and friends. Follow
the results on our computer displays, and
strive to be the top drive on the day. This is
an excellent arena for team building, company
parties and stag entertainment.
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King Doniert's Stone
Two richly carved pieces of a 9th-century
'Celtic' cross, with an inscription
commemorating Dumgarth, British King of
Dumnonia, who drowned in c. AD 875.
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St Cleer
Liskeard
Cornwall
1 mile NW of St Cleer, off B3254
http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.15290
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Kit Hill Country Park
Panoramic views of South East Cornwall can
be seen from the top, look south to the
Tamar estuary and Plymouth, east to
Dartmoor, north across rolling countryside
and west towards Bodmin. The town of
Callington nestles at the foot of the hill.
The recommended route is to walk using one
of the footpaths that wend outwards from the
town, but if you are not very mobile you can
slowly drive to the top.Kit Hill can offer picnicking space,
history, mining remains, wildlife, hidden
peaceful corners like the old quarry,
fantastic views. Leaflets available at the
Town Hall.
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Callington
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Tel: +44 (0) 1579 370030
Fax: +44 (0) 1579 370038
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Liskeard and District Museum
Liskeard and District Museum has been
established in order to provide a home for the
many artefacts and antiques, pictures and maps
that have been brought together over many
hundreds of years of fascinating history in
this region. The collection is well looked
after by a group of enthusiasts who are
careful to ensure that all visitors enjoy
learning about the long and fascinating
history of the borough.
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Foresters Hall, Pike Street,
Liskeard, Cornwall PL14 3JE
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Phone: +44 (0)1579 346087
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Paul Corin's Magnificent Music Machines
Come to the Old Mill in the lovely Looe
valley, for an unforgettable nostalgic musical
entertainment. This delightfully eccentric
museum created on the back of one man's
passion for music boxes, Wurlitzers, and
organs of yesteryear.
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St Keyne Station
St Keyne Liskeard
Cornwall PL14 4SH
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Email:
paulcorinmusic@yahoo.co.uk
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The Southern Gallery
Home to the worlds largest exhibition of work
by the Belgian artist Carl Brenders. With over
200 limited edition prints and original
watercolours on display and for sale. Also
housing work by Lancashire born Steven
Townsend. "Free Admission". Email or telephone
for more details.
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Havett Road, Dobwalls
Liskeard, Cornwall
PL14 6HB
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Tel: 01579 320325
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Sterts Arts & Environmental Centre
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http://www.sterts.co.uk
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tel: 01579 362382
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Trethevy Quoit
Trethevy Quoit is awesome in every respect.
With an estimated construction date of around
4500 BC, it is one of the oldest manmade
structures in Britain. It is also the best
preserved of all the Cornish dolmens, or
burial sites, and one of the easiest to visit,
being situated in a field right next to the
road in the centre of the hamlet of Trethevy.
It�s believed that the stones were originally
covered with soil and grass, but over the
centuries the earth has disappeared to reveal
the extraordinary �skeleton� of granite
beneath.
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Trethevy, Darite, Near Liskeard,
Cornwall PL14
1 mile NE of St Cleer, near Darite; off B3254
TRETHEVY QUOIT CLICK
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Virgin Hot Air Balooning
The Liskeard Virgin Hot Air Balloon Flights
launch site is a fantastic spot from which to
explore the beauty and history of what is,
arguably, the jewel of the West Country. Once
linked by canal to the charming coastal town of
Looe, Liskeard, is found draped about a gently
steeped hill, flanked on all sides by beautiful,
rolling Cornish countryside. Overlooked by its
own part-Norman, Church of St Martin, the second
largest church in the county, Liskeard is now a
thriving, bustling market town. If
fortunate, during your flight, to pass low and
slow over the town it is possible to see
buildings of all styles and ages radiating out
from the town's central square. Southwest
of Liskeard lies the picturesque coastal town of
Fowey where once the author, Daphne DuMaurrier,
drawn to the natural beauty of the region, lived
and wrote, whilst in a more southerly direction
are found a wealth of typically quaint fishing
villages such as Polperro and Looe. Our
Liskeard launch site provides the perfect base
for those wishing to traverse the wide Cornish
skies.
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Liskeard launch site:-
The Butcher's Arms
St Ive
Liskeard
Cornwall
PL14 3LX
The pre-arranged meeting place for flights in
and around Cornwall
is The Butcher's Arms at St Ive.
VIRGIN HOT AIR BALOONING CLICK
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Phone
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Yarg Cheese Farm
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Looe Attractions :
Listed below are attractions in Looe:
Looe is an old seafaring town with a long
history of fishing and smuggling. Just 17
miles west of Plymouth. East and West Looe
are split by the river running out to sea
with a landmark seven arched stone bridge
linking the two sides. The town 'centre' is
at East Looe, with its cobbled streets,
quaint cottages, shops and the busy fishing
harbour.
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The Guildhall Fore Street
East Looe Cornwall PL13
1AA
Email Looe
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Tel: [01503] 262072
Fax: [01503] 265426
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Lanreath Folk and Farm Museum
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Churchtown
Lanreath-by-Looe
Looe
Cornwall
PL13 2NX
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Tel: +44 (0) 1503 - 220321
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Lantivet Bay
This bay lies immediately to the east of
Pencarrow Head, midway between Polruan and
Polperro, and is overlooked by the beautiful
parish church at Lansallos. It encloses
several separate coves each with its sand or
shingle beach, of which none is likely to be
crowded even on the brightest summer
afternoon. Access is either from the coastal
footpath or by a beautiful 15-minute, gentle
walk down from one of the National Trust car
parks at Frogmore or Lansallos
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Lansallos, Near Looe,
Cornwall PL13
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Liskeard-Looe Railway
This is one of the most picturesque railways
in the country. It opened in 1860 to serve the
granite and copper mines of Bodmin Moor,
following the towpath of a canal that had been
built in 1828. Passenger service started in
1879, and in 1901 the line was extended by a
steep, almost circular section that approaches
the main line at Liskeard. The single track
follows the valley of the East Looe River,
passing four tiny intermediate stations before
terminating beside the pretty tidal estuary of
Looe.
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Station Road, Looe,
Cornwall PL13 1HN
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Looe Island
St. George�s
Island
is a small Cornish island. Better known as
Looe
Island, it lies just a mile off the southern
Cornish coast, near the small fishing
village of
Looe. The island is 22� acres in extent, one mile
in circumference, and rises up to 150
feet.From the early 1960s until 2003 the
island was owned by the indomitable Atkins
sisters. The story of how Evelyn and
Babs Atkins came
to find themselves on the island was told in
the bestselling We Bought an Island and
Tales From Our Cornish Island by
Evelyn, who died in 1997. When
Babs died in 2004,
she left the island to the care of the
Cornwall Wildlife Trust.The island has been a
popular tourist attraction for decades, as it
enjoys magnificent coastal views from
Prawle Point in
Devon to the
Lizard
Peninsula. With snow and frost virtually unknown it
has an exceptionally mild climate. Daffodils
bloom at Christmas, and unlike most small
islands it is wooded. A natural sanctuary for
sea and woodland birds and one time haunt of
smugglers, its known history includes a
Benedictine chapel built in 1139 of which only
a few stones remain visible. Legend has it
that Joseph of
Arimathea
landed here with the child Christ.
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Station Road, Looe,
Cornwall PL13 1HN
Map
LOOE ISLAND CLICK
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Monkey Sanctuary Trust, The
The Monkey Sanctuary has been home to a
colony of Amazonian woolly monkeys since 1964.
It was established to provide a stable setting
for woolly monkeys rescued from lives of
isolation as pets. Today the monkeys live in a
beautiful setting on the Cornish coast, in an
extensive territory formed of several grassed
enclosures linked together with heated indoor
rooms.Visitors can watch the monkeys forage
and play in the trees and listen to their
keepers describing the monkeys lives and
explaining their behaviour. This allows
visitors to gain a true insight into the
personality and social life of these amazing
creatures.A new addition to the Monkey
Sanctuary is a CCTV linked Bat Cave, which
allows visitors a glimpse of the private lives
of our resident colony of lesser horseshoe
bats.The beautiful conservation gardens at the
Sanctuary also provide a home for native
plants and wildlife encouraging environmental
awareness closer to home. There is a play area
and activity room for children, a gift shop,
and the Tree Top Caf�', serving delicious
vegetarian meals and snacks.The Monkey Sanctuary is open from the
Sunday before Easter to the last week in
September -Sunday to Thursday 11 am to 4.30
pm Easter, May Bank Holidays & Autumn
Half Term. To find us please follow the
signposts from the B3253.
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LOOE CORNWALL
PL13 INZ
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email info@monkeysanctuary.org
MONKEY SANCTUARY CLICK
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Tel & Fax
(01503) 262532
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Old Guildhall and Gaol
This Tudor building has been well preserved
and is a fantastic piece of historical
architecture that allows visitors to see a
period of time that has long passed by come to
life. The collection shows the modern visitor
how the gaol and courts would have operated
many hundreds of years ago. It is an imposing
and rather grim exploration of the way that
people used to live, and the tough conditions
prisoners were kept in.
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Higher Market Street, East Looe, Cornwall PL13
1BP
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Phone: +44 (0)1503 263709 -
Fax: +44 (0)1503 265674
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Porfell Animal World Wildlife Park
Exotic, wild and domesticated animals in
peaceful, tranquil setting near Liskeard in
fifteen acres of fields bounded by streams, with
woodland walks.
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John & Joy Palmer
Trecangate, nr. Lanreath, Liskeard
Cornwall PL14 4RE
www.porfellanimalland.co.uk
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Tel: 01503 220211
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South East Cornwall Discovery Centre
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Lostwithiel
Lostwithiel is a pretty town nestling in the
Fowey River Valley, known as the antique
capital of Cornwall. Originally founded by the
Normans. The streets, lanes and Medieval
bridge of this historic town brings you upon
Restormel Castle, which was home to the Norman
lords who built Lostwithiel. St Bartholomew�s
Church with it�s 13th Century octagonal
lantern spire and stunning carved font is a
delight. The Museum which is housed in the old
Corn Exchange has many exhibits covering
history over the last 200 years. Or an unusual
experience is the former court house Shire
Hall, now beckons her visitor to become a
member of the jury in a courtroom trial from
the 19th Century. Perhaps a sedate round of
golf in wooded countryside, or game of tennis
or even swimming, all can be enjoyed at the
Golf and Country Club. Or visit the Farm
Museum in the hamlet of St Winnow. Lanhydrock
House is an impressive Tudor Mansion built in
1630 where you can tour around this
interesting house and experience 49 rooms both
above and below stairs. The �Long gallery� has
a carved plaster ceiling depicting scenes from
the Old Testament, all set within 22 acres of
gardens.
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Lostwithiel Community Centre Liddicoat
Road Lostwithiel Cornwall
PL22 0HE
Email Lostwithiel
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Tel: [01208]
872207
Fax: [01208]
872207
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Boconnac
Nestled just inland from Fowey, Boconnoc is a
beautiful estate boasting lush scenery,
historical roots and grand architecture.Wind
down the driveway past a striking obelisk
framed by two classical shrines, and you
immediately get a hint that Boconnoc is a
fascinating historical garden. It's true that
Charles I made the estate his headquarters
during the Civil War, but more importantly, it
is a rare example of medieval parkland that
has survived to this day.
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The Estate Office
Lostwithiel
Cornwall
PL22 0RG
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Tel: +44 01208
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Restormel Castle
Restormel castle lies just to the north of
Lostwithiel village, overlooking the River
Fowey. This is one of Cornwall's often
forgotten corner's, lacking the fame of the
nearby castles.Restormel is the ideal location for quiet
afternoons with the family. The grounds are
ideal for picnics, with splendid views across
wooded valleys.Children with love exploring the ramparts
(supervision needed, as the steps can be
slippery), or racing around the top of the
moat.The castle, originally built by the Normans
on a spur, overlooking the river valley,
stands proudly one mile upriver from
Lostwithiel.You can still make out the ruins of
Restormel's keep, gate and Great Hall, and
even the kitchens and private rooms. They were
built around 1100, making Restormel one of the
oldest and best preserved Norman
motte-and-bailey castles in Cornwall.The castle was rebuilt by Edmund, Earl of
Cornwall in the late 13th century, as a
splendid residence for himself. The bailey (a
large courtyard where the retainers lived) has
now disappeared, so has the deer park, where
Edmund kept 300 deer. The Black Prince held court here briefly in
1354.Restormel's defenses were perfect. The castle
was built behind a 17 metre moat, upon slopes
which were artificially steepened. These
clearly acted as a powerful deterrent, for
Restormel has seen action only once during its
long history in 1644, when Charles I's forces
drove out the Parliamentarian garrison during
the Civil War.The Castle still belongs to the Duchy of
Cornwall. It is administered by English
Heritage and is open to the public. Various
events are staged here from time to time,
bringing history to life. The views over the
valley from the top of the castle wall are
magnificent.
In the spring, Restormel Castle is surrounded
by banks of daffodils and bluebells. It lies a
mile to the north of the attractive medieval
town of Lostwithiel.
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Castleton
Lostwithiel
Cornwall
PL22 0DB
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Tel. 01208 872687
Fax. 01326 319911
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Madron Attractions
Listed below are attractions in
Madron:
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Lanyon Quoit
The most visited of all West Cornwall�s
dolmens, or burial mounds, Lanyon Quoit owes
its popularity to its location, a short walk
from a main road. The monument is thought to
date from the Neolithic, or New Stone Age, and
has a capstone weighing more than eighteen
tons. It once stood high enough off the ground
for a man on horseback to sit comfortably
beneath it, but the capstone fell to the
ground in the early nineteenth century,
probably as a result of excavations, and was
replaced by a team from the Royal Navy, who
found they had to lower the height of the
�legs� in order to accomplish the
repairs.
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Madron, Near Penzance,
Cornwall TR20
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Madron Well
Religious site
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1/2 mile NW of Madron village
Madron
Cornwall
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Men-an-Tol
Of all the enigmatic ancient remains of West
Cornwall, none is more puzzling than the
Men-an-Tol (stone of the hole). Nobody really
knows the purpose of the structure, or even
quite how old it is, although most agree that
it dates from the early Bronze Age, around
2000 BC. The Men an Tol is actually four
stones � one of which has fallen, but three of
which remain standing. The hole in the centre
stone is just wide enough for an adult to pass
through, and traditionally it has been used to
promote well-being. It was said that
tubercular children could be cured by being
passed through the hole three times, and even
today many visitors to this ancient site
squeeze through the Men an Tol in the hope of
good luck and good health.
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Madron, Near Penzance,
Cornwall TR20
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Listed below are attractions in
Mevagissey:
Mevagissey is an unspoilt fishing village
on the South Coast of Cornwall. This pretty
village whose history stretches back to
1313, famed for it�s smuggling and boat
building. The paint pallet of cottages perch
on the slopes overlooking the harbours, and
whether you linger to photograph, paint or
simply enjoy it, will be hard to leave,
perhaps one of the many boat trips on offer
will be one temptation too many, from sea
fishing, shark fishing, or a pleasant ferry
trip to nearby Fowey. The village with
narrow twisting labyrinth of streets whisk
you back in time, and are a real pleasure to
explore with many treasures to discover..
The Aquarium is housed in the old RNLI Life
Boat House, and proudly displays many
interesting exhibits. As does the Museum
which was previously used for the repair and
building of smuggling vessels. The World of
Model Railways is an amazing place to visit
with over thirty trains, as is The Lost
Gardens of Heligan or Caerhays Castle and 60
acres of woodland all are close by . With
stunning sandy beaches, harbour and winding
streets, not to mention it�s smuggling
history and pilchard cellars, Mevagissey
weaves it�s spell every time.
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Tel: 0870 443 2928
Fax: 0870 443
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Mevagissey Folk Museum
This museum is a marvellous heritage
treasure. Youll be transported back through
time, as you observe their creative displays
of Cornish culture. The lifestyles and
traditions, of long-ago fishermen and farmers,
have been carefully reconstructed. The
beautiful exhibits, models, paintings and
collections of rare photographs, will
fascinate you!
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East Quay
Mevagissey
St Austell
Cornwall
PL26 6QQ
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Tel: +44 (0) 1726 - 843568
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Mevagissey Harbour
Mevagissey is one of several beautiful little
fishing villages along the coast of southeast
Cornwall. The harbour has always served as the
focus of village life. The present inner
harbour was built in 1774, and the outer
harbour in 1888 although it was severely
damaged by a storm in 1891 and was rebuilt a
few years later. The battle with the sea
continues on behalf of the modern fishing and
tourist industries, which make the harbour a
hive of activity in the summer months. In 2006
the aquarium was re-opened in the old lifeboat
house.
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Harbour Office, Mevagissey,
Cornwall PL26 6QU
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Phone: +44 (0)1726 843305
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World of Model Railways
Over forty computerised locomotives
travelthrough a variety of intricate and
detailed scenery. Control the trains on the indoor garden
layout, completewith fresh summer
fragrances!Watch the fairground rides and lights in an
interactive display.Enjoy further improvements to Junior
Junction, especially for the younger
spectators.Browse through our extensive model shop;
ideal for the experienced modellers and the
Thomas the Tank Engine enthusiasts.130 metres from the picturesque harbour of
Mevagissey.
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MEADOW STREET, MEVAGISSEY.
MODEL RAILWAY
WORLD CLICK
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Telephone: 01726 842457
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Morval Attractions:
Listed below are attractions in
Morval:
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St Wenna�s Church
The church of St Wenna lies hidden well away
from the main roads in a secret hollow of the
East Looe valley. It is well worth seeking out �
a beautiful granite parish church dating back to
the 13th Century. The roof of the aisle is said
to be the original, and there is a 17th Century
alms box with iron hinges and mountings.
Outside, the churchyard has some fine Cornish
crosses.
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Morval, Near Looe, Cornwall PL13 1PN
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Newquay
Attractions:
Listed below are attractions in Newquay:
Newquay is a lively resort on the north
Cornish coast spread over dramatic cliffs,
with the curved headland of the harbour and
varied nightlife, together with eleven
beaches and range of water sports, makes
this a fun place to be. With diverse claims
to fame such as an Iron Age Hill Fort and
the surfing capital of Britain Fistral Beach
hosts major international competitions, to
the Beatles having filmed part of �The
Magical Mystery Tour here�. For a busy day
with lots to see and do, why not try the Zoo
with hundreds of animals, and lush sub
tropical lakeside gardens, Tarzan trail and
face painting, or perhaps Springfield�s Fun
Park and Pony Centre with it�s giant indoor
barn, train rides and wet woodland trail. Or
how about Dairy Land Farm World, with it�s
Animal Ark, bottle feeding and pony rides,
mini tractors and trampolines. If all this
is not enough then there is always The Owl
Sanctuary, or terrific historical Mine, all
capped off with unforgettable steam trains
on the Lappa Valley which originally opened
in 1849. For a more relaxed day the visit to
Tunnels Through Time is a true insight into
scenes of history and is well worth the
visit, as is the impressive Trerice House
built in 1573, an Elizabethan Manor House
with ornate clocks, needlework and Great
Chamber with it�s Barrel Ceiling, and
enchanting orchards home to old varieties of
fruit. Why not walk the Discovery Trail and
learn of Newquay history, myths and legends
as you go or the 138 seats on offer at the
Lane Theatre, started in 1931and home to a
variety of live entertainment, to many Art
galleries and specialist Surfing shops and
large shopping centre. Whatever the reason
for your visit the only problem will be what
to do first.
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Municipal Offices Marcus Hill
Newquay Cornwall TR7 1BD
Email Newquay
NEWQUAY CLICK
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Tel: [01637]
854020
Fax: [01637] 854030
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Blue Lagoon Leisure
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Blue Reef Aquarium
From the Cornish coast to the 'underwater
gardens' of the Mediterranean and the dazzling
beauty of tropical reefs the aquarium
recreates the magic of the undersea world.The
sights, sounds and smells of the sea are
vividly brought to life by more than 30
innovative displays.t its heart is a
spectacular coral reef display housed within a
gigantic 250,000 litre ocean tank - home to
exotic tropical species like black tip sharks
and giant wrasse as well as hundreds of
brightly-coloured reef fish.Visitors can enjoy
the closest of undersea encounters inside an
underwater walkthrough tunnel which runs
through the centre of the reef, via a series
of underwater viewing windows and even from
the surface - along a specially-constructed
boardwalk overlooking the coral atoll.Other
displays are home to everything from octopus
and seahorses to giant crabs and lobsters.
Daily talks and feeding demonstrations bring
the experience to life. An amazing experience
whatever the weather.
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Towan Promenade,
Newquay. TR7 1DU
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BLUE REEF
AQUARIUM CLICK
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24-hour Information line: (01637) 878134
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Cornwall Pearl
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Dairyland Farm World
There�s masses to do outside and in, with
children�s activities a huge undercover play
area �The Bull Pen� with climbing nets, slides
and ball pools and outside there�s
trampolines, assault courses, play area for
smaller children, mini ride on tractors &
JCB�s, Wendy House, Tarzan House, Aerial Ride
and even a Maypole swing.Then for Mum, Dad,
Granny & Grandpa there is the opportunity
to visit a bygone age in the Cornish Heritage
Centre and educate the children how life and
work used to be which sits next to the
alternative energy centre. There is also a
Milking Museum, a recycling display and
Newquay�s Old Cornwall Society gallery.A
tranquil nature trail rolls down through the
valley with woodland walks to lakes filled
with wildlife from fish to swans and for those
not up to walking there is a Hayride daily
from 1pmRemember this is still a working farm
and the centrepiece of the attraction remains
the unique daily milking session (around
3.45pm) when the cows step aboard a
merry-go-round milking machine and are milked
to a rousing musical accompaniment. This
amazing milking parlour is just like a
space-age nightclub, complete with glitter
ball. This is an interactive attraction with
hands on experiences, pat-a-pet,
bottle-feeding and milking �Clarabelle� the
cyber cow.What our visitors say!
�I visited with my children and now I visit
with my grandchildren and the experience just
gets better with every visit�Hazel
Cowley,Dunstable.
Meals and snacks available (made with mostly
local ingredients) Shop, Disabled
access.
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On the A3058 Newquay to St. Austell road, 4
miles from Newquay. SAT NAV TR8 5AA
Email Dairyland
DAIRYLAND CLICK
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Tel 01872 510246
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Fistral Beach
A huge sandy beach which is one of the
best surfing beaches in the UK
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Directions:Fistral Beach is on the western edge of
Newquay which is 50 miles from Plymouth
and 81 miles from Exeter. Approach from
the east or west on the A30 and at Indian
Queens turn north at the roundabout onto
the A39. Proceed until the next roundabout
then turn left onto the A392 to arrive at
the west of Newquay
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Holywell Bay Fun Park
17 all-age, all-action attractions, � from
Adventure Golf to Formula 1.
Free parking and entry Pay as you play, spend
as much or as little as you like. Rides and
attractions from 50p to �4.We're easily found:
4 miles from Newwquay just off the (A3075)
Newquay to the Redruth road. Look out for the
brown signs. Please note! Long sleeve top and
socks needed for the trampolines and Planet
Holywell kiddies area.
Why not try our "best in the west" 18- hole
pitch & putt course which is open all year
and offers fun for all the family. Takes
approximately 2 hours and has wonderful views
of the Gull Rocks and Atlantic Ocean. This
facility is open all year.
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Newquay Holywell Bay Fun Park,
Holywell Bay Newquay,
Cornwall TR8 5PW
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4 miles from Newquay, just off the (A3075)
Newquay to Redruth road. Look out for the brown
signs.
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The Japanes Garden & Bonsai Nursery
Discover an oasis of tranquillity nestled in
the lush Vale of Lanherne. Set in just
one-and-a-half acres, the Japanese Garden is a
perfect example of what is small is beautiful.
Diminutive it may be in size, but its paths
lead into a myriad of divine features,
including the Water Gardens, Stroll garden and
a Zen Garden - created in accordance with the
philosophy of the East.
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Lappa Valley Steam Railway
THREE RAILWAYS IN ONE!
Board our
15� gauge
steam train, Zebedee or Muffin, at Benny Halt
and travel on a mile-long journey through a
beautiful Cornish valley to our leisure park
at East Wheal Rose. Then ride on two more
miniature railways: the
10 1/4"
gauge climbs nearly half a mile further up the
valley, and the
7 1/4" gauge travels a circuit of 320
metres.Families love our canoes and pedaloes,
crazy golf, children�s play area, and nature
walks. For those interested in the past, an
imposing mine engine house stands in the
leisure park and its story is told in a
dramatic video presentation. We also have a
brick path maze designed on Cornishman Richard
Trevithick�s world-first 1804 steam
locomotive.Careful ecological management of
our site, which we have looked after since
1974, allows wild flowers, ferns and trees to
thrive and provides a good habitat for a large
variety of native birds, animals and
insects.We also have a licenced coffee shop to
relax in and well-stocked gift shop.
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Lusty Glaze Adventure Centre
This is a beautiful beach - not very big at
high tide. The surf is good, the beach is
clean & the facilities excellent. Lusty
Glaze restaurant is situated on the beach
which is well worth a visit for an evening
meal. When the tide is out you can walk along
the beach to Newquay but you have to keep your
eye on the returning tide!! This is a stunning
place
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Mawgan Porth Beach
A wide sandy beach with sand even at high
tide. There is level access to the beach
and toilets and parking are close to the
beach
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Directions:Mawgan Porth is 7 miles from Newquay.
Approach Newquay on the A30 and turn onto
the A39 at the Indian Queens roundabout.
Proceed on the A39 and continue on the A39
across the 1st roundabout and at the 2nd
roundabout turn left onto the A3059 for
Newquay. At Newquay follow the directions
for Padstow onto the B3276. Continue on the
B3276 to Mawgan Porth. Approaching from the
east there are shorter cross country routes
avoiding Newquay. Consult an OS map
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Newquay Zoo
Award winning Newquay Zoo (a registered
charity) is set amongst exotic lakeside
gardens with animals from all around the world
ranging from the smallest monkey the Pygmy
Marmoset to African Lions.While at the zoo you
can enjoy fascinating talks and feeding times
throughout the day. See the very popular otter
family playing in the stream in the Oriental
Garden, which is also home to some rare and
endangered animals like Owston�s Civets from
Vietnam and stunning Hornbills from Asia. Look
out for meerkats on sentry duty, penguins
playing in their pool, the beautiful colouring
of the Red Pandas and glimpse the strange and
endangered lemurs and fossa.The Tropical House
is another stunning exhibit with an open
jungle rainforest enclosure where you can
spend time spotting a variety of exotic
animals including sloths, toucans, monkeys,
toads and much more. See displays on the zoo�s
overseas conservation work and visit the
minibeasts room with snakes, skinks, dart
frogs and other creepy crawlies.Fun for all
age groups with plenty of delights for
children including the tarzan trail, a
children�s play area, the village farm and the
dragon maze. Face painting and a �Wild Times�
creative club are also available on most days
during the summer. There is plenty of seating
and picnic areas plus the Caf� Lemur
restaurant, Tippy�s snack bar and a tasty
summer barbecue by the lake.Newquay Zoo is the
first attraction in Cornwall to achieve a GOLD
accreditation from the Green Tourism Business
Scheme.
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Penhale Adventure Centre
Absolutely fantastic experience. The whole
family had a great day coasteering we would
recommend Penhale Adventure Centre to
anyone.
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Directions:Towan Beach
is 16 miles from St
Austell. Aproaching
from the east or
west on the A390
about 4 miles east
of Truro turn onto
the A3078 for St
Mawes.
Continue on the A3078
and then turn left at Trewithian. Follow
this road for about 4 miles and just after
Porth Creek, park at Porth farm
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Trerice
A delightful small Elizabethan manor house,
Trerice is an architectural gem hidden away
from the world in a web of narrow lanes and
still somehow caught in the spirit of its
age.Behind the Dutch-style gabled facade are
ornate fireplaces, elaborate plaster ceilings
and a collection of English furniture of the
highest quality.The summer-flowering garden is
unusual in content and layout and there is an
orchard planted with old varieties of fruit
trees. Trerice also features a shop,
restaurant, plant sales and a museum which
traces the history of the lawnmower.
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Kestle Mill
Newquay
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Shop: (01637) 879216
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Tunnels Through Time
gives an enjoyable and interesting look
at Cornwall's history and I absolutley love
the Cornish Knockers, as for the Dungeon I
think it's a good portrayal of punishment back
in the day and not scary, more informative!
Every exhibit has an information plaque so you
know exactly what its about, the staff are
very friendly and you can visit whether its
rain or shine!
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Newquay TR7 1QZ
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Watergate Bay Beach
A lovely sandy beach located approximately 3
miles north of Newquay. In peak season this
beach is popular with locals as they avoid the
more crowded beaches in Newquay. Watergate is
also a favorite with those new to surfing, and
the immediate area offers some great walking
opportunities. The beach has two car parks,
toilet facilities, a shop and restaurant.
Watergate Bay is signposted off the
B3276.
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Directions:Watergate Bay is 2 miles from Newquay.
Approaching Newquay on the A30 at the Indian
Queens roundabout turn north onto the A39.
At the next roundabout go straight across to
continue on the A39. At the next roundabout
turn left onto the A3059. Continue on the
A3059 which becomes the A3058 on the
outskirts of Newquay and then turn right
onto the B3276. After about two miles on the
B3276, the road descends into a valley where
there is parking and facilities for
Watergate Bay
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Padstow Attractions
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Listed below are attractions in Padstow:
Padstow, with its fleet of trawlers,
netters and crabbers, and colourful harbour
surrounded by pastel-washed medieval houses,
is an example of what Cornwall does best -
it's a working port which wears a holiday
hat.Watching the everyday ebb and flow of
harbour life is a perfect way to spend a day
in Padstow. And when this gets too hectic,
then spread your towel on the nearby beach
at Harbour Cove, and watch the sails of the
passing river traffic. Or get a sailor's
view of the Camel Estuary on a boat trip,
sailboard or ferry ride. Take time away from
the quayside to explore the port's rich
heritage - the hidden curiosities of the
Town Trail, the maritime displays in Padstow
Museum, and the grounds and lavish interiors
of Prideaux Place, home of the
Prideaux-Brune family for 400 years and film
location for Twelfth Night. On balmy summer
evenings there are quayside concerts, where
the brass band plays as the sun goes down.
And once a year on May Day, Padstow dances
to a different tune, when the pagan 'Obby
'Oss is unleashed and the narrow streets
throb to the ceaseless drumbeat and wild
cavortings of this age-old fertility
celebration.
Hotels, guest houses and holiday cottages
are never more than a seagull's cry from the
water's edge. If Padstow had a visitors'
book, it would make for interesting reading.
You'd find entries from the prehistoric
Beaker folk, from Romans, Celtic Saints and
even Viking marauders. Later inhabitants
include Sir Walter Raleigh, whose Court
House stands on Riverside and the
internationally acclaimed Chef Rick Stein.
Population 4,000
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Emai Padstow
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Constantine Bay
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Directions:Constantine Bay is
approximately 11 miles from Newquay.
At Newquay follow the directions for
Padstow onto the B3276. Follow the B3276
past Watergate Bay through Mawgan Porth
and then Porthcothan. Immediately after
Porthothan turn left onto a minor lane. On
this road take the second left and then
turn left again for Treyarnon Bay. Park at
Treyarnon Bay and walk the coast path to
Constantine Bay. An alternative route is
to drive from Wadebridge to Padstow on the
A39 & A389 and pick up the B3276 at
Padstow. Shortly after St Merryn, turn
right for Constantine Bay or take the next
right for Treyarnon Bay
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Harlyn Bay
One of the best family beaches in
Cornwall, Harlyn Bay is a wide and
spacious beach popular with families and
surfers. There are several access points
to the beach. The coast path can be walked
to Mother Iveys Bay and Trevose Head. Note
that part of the coast path is on the
beach, so this route may be impassable at
high tide
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Directions:Harlyn Bay is approximately 10
miles from Wadebridge. Take the A39 west from Wadebridge or
the A39 from the Indian Queens roundabout
(on the A30). About 3 miles west of
Wadebridge, turn onto the A389 for
Padstow. Shortly before Padstow turn left
onto the B3276. Keep on the B3276 until a
right turning for Harlyn Bay
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The National Lobster Hatchery
Discover the fascinating world of lobsters
and their environment. See live lobsters
develop. Learn about the West Country lobster
fishing industry.
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Cornwall PL28 8BL
www.nationallobsterhatchery.co.uk
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Old MacDonald's Farm
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Porthcothan Bay - A relaxing farm with lots of
animals to see and touch, along with camping
facilities, on the Cornish coast. Fun for all
the family.
Pony Rides | Train Rides | Crazy Golf |
Bottle Feed | Lambs | Tractor Races |
Trampolines | Birds of Prey photo
sessions
..... and for Mums and Dads, Free
scrumpy tasting, Local made craftware,
Bonsai Trees, Cafe serving delicious cream teas, home-made cakes,
etc.....
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Padstow Beach
Padstow is a picturesque harbour town on
the western banks of the Camel Estuary. To
the north of the town and accessible by
the coast path is a super stretch of sand
from St Georges Cove to Harbour Cove and
Hawkers Cove. The walk from Padstow to St
Georges Cove takes about 20 minutes. There
are great views across the estuary
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Directions:Padstow is approximately 8
miles from Wadebridge
and 16 miles from Bodmin. Approach
Wadebridge on the A389 (from Bodmin) or
the A39. At Wadebridge continue on the A39
for Newquay and then turn right on the
A389 for Padstow. Continue on the A389
until Padstow
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Padstow Harbour
This delightful fishing port lies on the
southern side of the Camel estuary and at the
end of the Camel Trail, a hiking and biking
track along the line of the old railway from
Bodmin. The harbour houses a fleet of inshore
vessels fishing mainly for lobsters and crabs,
together with an increasing number of leisure
craft. A tidal gate maintains a minimum water
depth of three metres in the inner harbour.
Facilities are excellent, with access to
several fine restaurants near the harbour as
well as to the rugged beauty of the nearby
coastline.
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Market Place
Padstow Cornwall PL28 8AD
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Prideaux Place
Prideaux Place is a delightful Elizabethan
manor house within extensive grounds located
near the popular harbour town of Padstow. This
beautiful historic house and gardens has been
owned by the prominent Prideaux family of
Cornwall for approximately 400 years. The
house itself, which was built in 1592 by
Nicholas Prideaux, offers many hidden
treasures and beautiful d�cor for visitors to
admire. The stunning, well kept grounds
include formal gardens and a deer park and are
a wonderful place for a relaxing stroll
followed by refreshments in the tearoom! Open Sunday to Thursday from May to October,
Prideaux Place is a wonderful place to visit
for a tranquil break from the norm
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Par Sands
A wide sandy beach popular with families.
There is a huge expanse of sand at low
tide and there is still some sand left at
high tide
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Directions:The village of Par is less than 1 mile from
St Blazey which is 4 miles from St Austell.
Approach St Blazey from the east or west on
the A390. There are several roads from St
Blazey to Par, including the A3082. Follow
the A3082 through Par towards Fowey and just
after the 2nd railway bridge, turn right for
the car park.
Par Sands
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Listed below are attractions in Penzance:
Penzance is an historic town set in the far
west of Cornwall and is home to 22,000
people. Positioned on the edge of the
beautiful, evocative Mounts Bay, where the
view of St Michaels Mount raising some 230�
above the sparkling sea has beckoned
Pilgrims since Medieval times, whether you
arrive by small boat or walk across the
causeway at low tide, the stunning view is
perhaps only surpassed by the Church or the
castle perched at the very top. The working
harbour is busy with colourful yachts, boats
and a ferry in Summer that journeys to the
Isles of Scilly, or there is always the
thrill of a deep sea fishing trip or a
gentle saunter along the Cornish coast where
cliffs, secret coves, and sandy beaches edge
the sea. The town is peppered with a
patchwork of architecture left by
Georgian�s, Victorian�s, and old Cornish
Fishermen�s cottages. A walk through the
labyrinth of streets will lead you on a
trail of discovery, from a Canon from the
Spanish Armada outside of the Library, to
the Hotel where Nelson�s victory was
announced. Or how about a dip in the Art
Deco Open Air Bathing Pool, which is set
into the rocks and filled by the sea. For
all things Maritime a visit to Trinity House
Lighthouse Centre tells a fascinating story
of Lighthouses where visitors can sound a
foghorn or see what life was like for the
Lighthouse keepers. Why not take a stroll
along the promenade, or enjoy the wide sandy
beach, or perhaps the Maritime Museum is
more for you as it proudly displays the
reconstructed interior of an 18th Century
Man Of War ship. The chapters of time are
reversed as far back as Neolithic Lanyon
Quoit or how about Chysauster Ancient
Village which dates back 2,000 years, or
there is always Prussia Cove where infamous
smugglers roamed. Penzance has been visited
by Smugglers, the Spanish Armada, and
Medieval Pilgrims now it�s your
turn������.
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Art Gene
A gallery with a great reputation at the
heart of Penzance, this art space focuses on
the works of the many artists who live and
work in Cornwall. The county has attracted a
great many painters and sculptors for
generations because of the inspirational
countryside and fantastic landscapes and
natural light. The essence of this is captured
in many of the works in the gallery.
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Bash Street Theatre Company
Bash Street Theatre Company produce inventive
and fast-moving comic-strip shows, featuring a
fusion of live music, physical theatre and
circus skills. Street shows, walkabouts and
mid-scale productions are toured to
indoor/outdoor venues and festivals throughout
the UK, Europe and beyond.
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office@bashstreet.co.uk
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Chygurno
Indulge your sights and senses in this
dramatic garden carved into the cliff edge
teetering over the stunning Lamorna Cove.From
its staggering perch on the edge of the ocean,
this waterside garden tiers down in steep
steps and terraces to meet sheltered woodland.
A striking range of vibrant species stands out
against a rugged backdrop, and as well as the
spectacular sea view, Chygurno also boasts a
unique decked vantage point that puts you on
eye level with the treetops.
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Chysauster Ancient Village
The Ancient Village was put together to give
visitors a chance to see the way that people
in this area would have lived many centuries
ago. There have been a great deal of
archaeological discoveries made in this area
and therefore it is known that there has been
a civilisation here for thousands of years.
Visiting the village shows reconstructions of
the way people lived socially and politically
long before the luxuries that we now take for
granted.
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Cornwall Geological Museum
The Cornish Geology Centre is something of a
goldmine for anyone interested in this subject
as it is made up of a fascinating series of
different rocks, making for an unusual and
fragile place to visit. This museum looks into
the study of this area and brings together a
large body of research derived from across the
county and many other academic institutions on
why and how the earth is as it is in the
region.
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Cornwall TR18 2QR
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Geevor Tin Mine
Geevor Tin Mine, situated in the village of
Pendeen on the B3306 road between
St. Ives and
Lands End, was the last mine to work in West
Penwith finally closing in 1990. Until then
tin was won for centuries in workings that
eventually stretched far out under the sea.
Set in dramatic coastal scenery, Geevor is now
the largest complete mining site in Britain
where visitors can follow the story of the
mining and processing of tin.In the museum
there is a unique collection of mining
artefacts and memorabilia, mineral displays,
photographs of the mine and miners at work and
the incredible 3D model of the coastal mine
workings.The surface buildings contain
magnificent machinery such as the winders and
compressors. The walk through the mill will
enable visitors to see where the ore was
processed to produce the tin concentrate that
Geevor sold. An underground tour with an
expert guide takes visitors into the
fascinating long-abandoned 18th Century Wheal
Mexico adit mine, which was re�discovered in
1995.Refreshments are available in the Count
House caf�, and there is well�stocked
shop.
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Fax: 01736 786059.
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Grand Casino Amusements -
We offer excellent entertainment with
outstanding views, we are located in the
centre of Penzance promenade with children's
adventure playground close by.
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PENZANCE
You will find us in the centre of the
promenade by the children's adventure
playground, restaurants and the tennis
court.
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The Egyptian House,
Chapel Street, now a National Trust shop,
dates from 1835 and was built to house a
geological Museum
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Hardy Exotics Nursery
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With the largest collection of Exotica in the
UK. An inspirational, highly educational, an
adventure and enormous fun to visit.An
inspirational, highly educational, an
adventure and enormous fun to visit.At the
heart of exotic gardening in the UK We are not
a garden centre, we are a nursery growing and
developing a unique collection of over 1,500
species.
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Quay Street
Penzance
Cornwall
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Lamorna Cove
Lying about 4 miles south-west of Penzance,
Lamorna is in many ways a typical small
Cornish cove, backed by a narrow valley. In
addition to its compact beauty and solitude,
it also has had, since the early 20th Century,
a record of being associated with the arts.
Many painters have drawn inspiration from
working and living here, including Augustus
John and Alfred Munnings. More modern writers
such as John le Carr� and Derek Tangye also
have links with the cove. Unusually for West
Cornwall, the approach to the sea is through a
heavily wooded river valley.
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Directions:Lamorna Cove is 6 miles from
Penzance which is 27 miles from Truro and
14 miles from Helston.
Take the A30 to Penzance and follow the
A30 around the outskirts of Penzance.
Shortly after Penzance turn left onto the
B3315 and follow the B3315 until a turning
for Lamorna
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Land's End
� Doctor Who �Up Close� � A fantastic
exhibition that provides you with a chance to
get �up close� to many of the actual props,
costumes and monsters from the hit TV series
including some of the doctor�s famous enemies.
The exhibition has been updated for 2008 with
new exhibits added throughout the year.� The
Return to the Last Labyrinth multi-sensory
exhibition � discover stories of shipwrecks,
witches and monsters.� Air Sea Rescue
simulation show � be a fly on the wall when
the Sennen Lifeboat is launched to rescue a
stricken fisherman.
� Greeb Farm- a chance to meet the animals and
to witness the art of the craftworkers.� The
End to End Story � travel from Land�s End to
John O�Groats at 6000mph and experience the
many different and strange ways people have
been inspired to make this journey.
New for 2008 and opening in May is an
exciting, interactive and informative
exhibition based on the popular TV series
�COAST�.
The West Country Shopping Village is a 400
square metre undercover shopping experience
that houses 3 fantastic shops all located
around an indoor village street. Inside the
Trading Co you will find a large selection of
locally made jewellery, pottery, books and a
range of Doctor Who toys and merchandise. The
Taste of the West stocks many locally produced
treats including fudge, biscuits, jams,
Cornish Scrumpy and Liqueurs. Finally, there
is the Land�s End Clothing Co with its
selection of sweaters, fleeces, jackets and
Cornish Fisherman�s smocks.There are many
refreshment outlets to choose from including
the �Cornish Pantry�, which serves a selection
of hot and cold meals that can be enjoyed in a
large indoor dining area; �The Longships Bar
and Restaurant� housed in a glass conservatory
with stunning views forming a backdrop to your
meal; the �Old Bakehouse� is home to the
Cornish Pasty and serves a selection of
Take-away food which can be eaten on the
panoramic sun terrace.
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Levant in Steam
Situated on a cliff edge 5 miles from Land's
End, the oldest beam engine in Cornwall is
being driven once more by steam thanks to an
extensive programme of restoration and
rebuilding.
The Levant mine is famous for its rich
undersea deposits of both copper and tin. The
minerals were pursued for more than a mile out
under the Atlantic ocean.The mine is also
known for its long working life from the end
of the eighteenth century to 1930, though
there is evidence of mining activity on the
site from the Elizabethan period. The main
engine house still stands, clinging to the
edge of the cliffs, exposed to the fierce
Atlantic Gales. The winding engine is still
intact, or whim to give it its Cornish term,
being the sole surviving piece of machinery of
the mine. The winding engine stands in the
same house as it worked in for 90 years. The
cliff edge location, making it the most
westerly steam engine in the country. The mine
is one of Cornwall's oldest. Built in 1840, by
the West Country's foremost engine builder,
Harvey and Co. of Hayle.In 1935, just five years after the mine was
closed, the beam engine became the first to be
preserved on its working site by a group of
private individuals - the Cornish Engine
Preservation Society. The engine is now under
the care of the National Trust having been
handed over by the Society in 1967 along with
other engines, including Taylor's 90 inch
pumping and Michell's 30 inch whim, both on
display at East Pool, Camborne.
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Trewellard, Pendeen,
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Marazion Attractions
Listed below are attractions in Marazion:
Marazion is one of the towns claiming to be
Britain's oldest town. Marazion (Cornish:
Marghasyow) is a civil parish and town in the Penwith
district of Cornwall, . It lies on the shores of Mount's Bay, two
miles east of Penzance and is served by the
Great Western Railway. A causeway passable at
low tide unites Marazion with the otherwise
insular St Michael's Mount.The charter attributed to Robert, Count of
Mortain granted lands and liberties to St
Michael's Mount opposite Marazion and included
a market on Thursdays. This appears to have
been held from the first on the mainland. From
it is probably derived the Marghasbigan
(Parvum Forum) of the earlier and the
Marghasyewe or Marketjew (Forum
Jovis) of the later charters. It may be added
that a Jewish origin has been ascribed to the
place from the name Marketjew.
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Marazion Beach
A long sand and pebble beach which
stretches from Penzance to Marazion. Good
parking and facilities at Marazion and its
definitely worth visiting St Michaels
Mount. To visit St Michaels Mount use the
causeway at low tide and use the ferry
when the causeway is under water
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Directions:Marazion
is about 7 miles from Hayle and
10 miles from Helston.
Approaching from North Cornwall use the
A30 and at Hayle follow the directions to
Penzance. Proceed on the A30 and shortly
after Crowlas there is a roundabout. Take
the second left for Marazion. This road
follows the coast line and there are 2 car
parks by the beach and a smaller car park
in Marazion. You can also approach
Marazion on the A394 from Helston
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Marazion Museum
Marazion Museum is located within the town
hall building at the heart of this small town
in the beautiful Cornish countryside. The
museum presents a fascinating insight into the
way that this community was founded and has
developed into what we see today. With
reference to many archaeological and
historical artefacts, the exhibition engages
and interests visitors of all ages.
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Market Place, Marazion,
Cornwall TR17 0AR
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Maritime Museum Penzance
*The Penzance Maritime Museum is well
worth a visit, it has a surprising interior,
re-creating an 18th century four deck
man-of-war, complete with creaking floorboards
and hosts displays of pieces of eight and
other artefacts recovered from wrecks off the
Isles of Scilly.
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19 Chapel Street, , Penzance,
Cornwall, TR184AW
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Merry Maidens Stone Circle
Restored in the 1860s, this 23.8-metre stone
circle is Cornwall�s pride and joy. Each of
the nineteen stones, which represent maidens
that were turned to stone according to
tradition, is around a metre high and spaced
at regular intervals. A large gap is located
at the east, which may indicate an
astronomically related entrance to the circle.
Access to the site can be gained from just off
the B3315 from Penzance.
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Minack Theatre
Daytime Visitors:Visit us by day and
explore this unique open-air theatre created
from the Cliffside at Porthcurno by Rowena
Cade. Enjoy the spectacular views over
Porthcurno Bay to the Logan Rock.The Rowena
Cade Exhibition tells the remarkable story of
how a girl who enjoyed the gentility of
Victorian Cheltenham grew up to build this
internationally famous theatre with her own
hands. It shows how a local village play in
1929 led to the summer season now staged in
the Minack�s 750 seat auditorium. Enjoy the
wealth of photographs, models and audio-visual
displays.Explore the theatre, be surprised by
our sub tropical plants, relax in our Coffee
Shop overlooking the theatre and soak up the
magic of the Minack.Theatregoers:Our
summer season of plays, opera and musicals
runs for seventeen weeks. Experience
everything from Shakespeare to Gilbert and
Sullivan in this 'theatre under the stars'.
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Porthcurno,
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Morrab Gardens
were started out as the property of wealthy
brewer, Samuel Pidwell. Pidwell built
Morrab House in 1841 as his home on a three
acre strip of land running from the town
centre to the sea front. In fact the word
Morrab comes from the Cornish for sea-shore
(mor = sea and app = shore)When
in 1889, Pidwell moved, the property was
bought by the local council, or Corporation as
it was known then, for use as municipal park
to cater for the ever growing number of
tourists. The house became the Penzance town
library and the gardens fell under the
guardianship of landscape gardener,
Reginald Upcher.Whilst Upcher was largely responsible for the
layout of the gardens, Morrab�s reputation for
its array of sub-tropical plants was developed
somewhat later. Amongst the fine examples of
tender and rare plants are huge examples of
the ubiquitous cordyline (or Cornish
palm), tree ferns, banana plants and
Japanese Bitter Orange.
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Mousehole Harbour
The life of the quaintly-named village of
Mousehole is very much centred around the
small picturesque harbour. At one time, the
economy of the village was based on the
pilchard fishing industry but this has now
moved away and the huddle of grey cottages
around the harbour has become a major tourist
attraction. In the winter, the area can be
lashed by violent Atlantic storms and, sadly,
the harbour is linked to the 1981 Penlee
lifeboat disaster when eight volunteer crew �
all sailors from Mousehole - died.
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Mousehole, Near Penzance,
Cornwall TR19
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Mousehole Wild Bird Hospital & Sanctuary
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This famous hospital on the Cornish Cliffs
was founded in 1928 by the Misses Dorothy
and Phyllis Yglesias. Over the years the
Sanctuary has become famous, especially so,
during the Torrey Canyon disaster, when over
8,000 oiled sea birds passed through the
Hospital. After the sisters found it had
become too hard a task running the Hospital
alone, they approached the RSPCA who finally
agreed to take over the massive task of
running the hospital in 1953.
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Raginnis Hill, Mousehole,
near Penzance TR19 6SR
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Newlyn Art Gallery
This gallery has a great collection on
display throughout the year, and regularly
changes the pieces that are displayed,
sometimes choosing a particular theme, and
other times a group of artists according to
style. Education is an important part of the
galleries mandate, and it focuses a great deal
of its attention on making sure that people
who visit leave with a better understanding of
art.
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Pendeen Lighthouse
Pendeen Lighthouse is dramatically positioned
on a jagged stretch of coastline in Cornwall
and is a good place to look out for seals,
kestrels and buzzards. The light in the
lighthouse used to be lit by an oil Argand
lamp which was replaced by an electric lamp in
the 1920s. This can now be seen in the Trinity
House National Lighthouse Centre in Penzance.
The light has been automated since 1995 but
the position of the lighthouse, despite its
technology, still creates an aura of
romanticism around it.
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Pendeen Watch, Penzance,
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Pendeen Mining Museum and the Gem and Jewellery
Workshop
Both the Pendeen Mining Museum and the Gem
and Jewellery Workshop are situated in the
same stone buildings that used to be
traditional farm buildings. The mining museum
houses working models of local mines and
visitors can trace the history of mining in
the area. The workshop sells a variety of
beautiful jewellery made from local materials
such as granite and silver and visitors can
see the jewellery being made as well as buy
some.
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St Johns Terrace, Pendeen,
Penzance, Cornwall TR19 7DP
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Penlee House Gallery & Museum
Penlee House Gallery & Museum, Penzance,
is an elegant gallery set within a Victorian
house and park. Changing exhibitions mainly
feature the art of the area from 1880 to 1940,
often including the famous �Newlyn School�
artists such as Stanhope and Elizabeth Forbes.
Walter Langley, Harold Harvey and �Lamorna�
Birch. The museum collections cover the
archaeology and social history of the Penwith
district. There is also an excellent caf� and
shop.
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The Pilchard Works
A working factory showing the history of this
local fish, the pilchard.
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Newlyn
Penzance
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Porthcurno Beach
A perfect sandy beach with superb coastal
scenery. There is a small flight of steps
to the beach. The nearby Minack Theatre
can be visited during the day. Pedn
Vounder beach can also be reached via the
coast path, but note that access is
difficult
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Directions:Porth Curno is 10 miles from
Penzance which is 27 miles from Truro and
14 miles from Helston.
Approach Penzance on the A30 and follow
the directions for Lands End to stay on
the A30. Two miles after Penzance turn
left on the B3283 and drive through St
Buryan. When the B3283 joins the B3315
continue on the B3315 through Treen and
shortly after Treen turn left on the road
down to Porth Curno
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Porthcurno Telegraph Museum
In 1870 pioneering engineers began to lay an
undersea telegraph cable network from
Porthcurno's sandy beach. This 'Victorian
Internet' transformed the speed of
communication to the British Empire and
beyond. By the Second World War, Porthcurno's
communications centre had become so important
that it was moved into a bomb proof, gas
proof, underground building. From here vital
and secret messages were transmitted around
the world. Today, these 'tunnels' house the
museum in which you can see working equipment
from the Victorian age to the Second World
War. Talk to our knowledgeable and friendly
guides and watch demonstrations using original
equipment. Discover what is was like to work
and live here and around the British Empire as
the world communications network grew. See how
Porthcurno's telegraph station became the most
important in the world. Explore the World War
II Secret Underground Communications bunker.
All set in beautiful gardens and only 5
minutes stroll from the beach.
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The Relentless Sea
The Relentless Sea may distrub some very
young or sensitive children, but would
probably be ok for all 5+. It tells the story
of the Cornish coastline and the tradegy of
shipwrecks, the skullduggery of pirates, some
of the effects are suprising and I won't spoil
it for you.
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St. Michael's Mount
The jewel in Cornwall's crown, this magical
island has a church, a medieval castle (home
of the St. Aubyn family for over 300 years),
an exotic garden clinging to the steep flanks,
and an ancient harbour where you will find
shops, restaurants and an audio-visual
presentation on the history of the
Mount.Access from Marazion is by foot along
the causeway, or by ferry at high water.
Sensible footwear is recommendedGarden EveningsJoin us on a special guided tour of the
magical gardens at St. Michaels Mount. The
tour is followed by a delicious gourmet buffet
at the National Trust Sail Loft Restaraunt,
prepared using local produce by our
award-winning chefs.Tours of the CastleFrom 6 November until 14 March there will be
tours of the castle every Tuesday and Friday
at 1100 and 1400. (Closed Bank
Holidays).Also open on 27 and 28 December � call 01736
710507 for details. Normal admission prices
apply.
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Tel : (01736) 710507
Tide & Ferry Info: (01736) 710265
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Sancreed Beacon
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Penzance
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Sennen Cove
A wide sandy beach which is popular with
surfers and families. There are decent
facilities and plenty of parking, but note
there is a steep path down from the cliff
car park. At low tide the beach stretches
from Sennen Cove to Gwynver Beach. There
is also parking at Gwynver but with a very
steep path to the beach. The coast path
can be walked south to Lands End for
spectacular coastal views
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Sennen, Cornwall
Directions:Sennen Cove is 9 miles from Penzance.
Follow the A30 around the outskirts of
Penzance, then follow the A30 to Sennen
Cove and Lands End. Shortly before Lands
End turn right for Sennen Cove. Before the
Sennen Cove turning there is a turning to
the car park at Gwynver
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Tregiffian Burial Chamber
A Neolithic or early Bronze Age chambered
tomb with an entrance passage, walled and
roofed with stone slabs, leading into the
central chamber.
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Tregiffian Burial Chamber
St Buryan
Penzance
Cornwall
Located 2 miles SE of St Buryan, on
B3315
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Trengwainton Garden
A very mild climate and a renowned
collection of trees & shrubs makes
Trengwainton a plantsman's dream-garden.
Many of the species growing here originate
from the plant-hunting expeditions on the
1920s, and the garden includes some of the
largest tree ferns in the West Country. The
magnolia garden with champion specimens
opens in March & April.A renowned
feature of Trengwainton is the series of
walled gardens with unique sloping beds
where future restoration is planned. Beyond
the walled gardens, visitors can follow the
stream & meandering paths up to a
terrace with summerhouses, a slate toposcope
& glorious views over Mount's Bay. Dogs
on leads are welcome.
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Shop: (01736) 362297
Tea-room: (01736) 331717
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Trinity House National Lighthouse Centre
The Trinity House National Lighthouse Centre
is a stunning exhibition of maritime safety.
Opened in 1991 by the Duke of York, the museum
has one of the finest collections of
lighthouse equipment in the world.
With various pieces of equipment taken from
famous lighthouses such as Eddystone, Bishop,
Longships and Wolf Rock there is much to see
and do. Visitors can operate the 100-year-old
equipment, sound a foghorn or simply sit back
and relax in the audiovisual theatre that
details the history surrounding the first rock
lighthouse.There is also a reconstruction of a
typical lighthouse living quarters, which
helps to depict how life was for the keepers
of these magnificent lighthouses. The centre
is staffed on a voluntary basis by the old
employees of the lighthouse, which adds a
wealth of knowledge and nostalgia to the
museum.The Trinity House National Lighthouse
Centre is an insightful and interesting
day out for all the family.
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Wharf Road
Penzance
Cornwall
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Perranporth
The popular resort of Perranporth lies at the
southern end of a three-mile beach of golden
sand, popular for surfing and land yachting,
as well as being a good family beach with
lifeguards in the season. The beach is framed
by the rugged cliffs of Cligga Head and
Penhale Point. These heather clad promontories
are complemented by an impressive sand-dune
system, which lies immediately inland from the
beach and is nationally important for its
wildlife. Within the dunes is the site of St
Piran�s Oratory, the lost church of �St Piran
in the sand�. The site is buried again, but a
model can be found in the Perranzabuloe Folk
Museum, which also exhibits artefacts from the
parish�s mining and fishing past. Perranporth
Golf Club has a fine 18 hole golf course. The
village has a boating lake and the local
airfield is used for gliding. Perranporth has
many shops, cafes and restaurants, whilst the
town�s hotels and guesthouses take in the
magnificent views of the coast. Population
6,000
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Opening Times: 09:00 - 17:30,
Monday to Saturday
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Miniatura Park
has miniature scenes of famous landmarks
including Buckingham Palace, the White House,
the Statue of Liberty, Easter Island, the Taj
Mahal, Stonehenge, the Little Mermaid, the
leaning tower of Pisa and Michelangelo�s
statue of David, to name just a few.The twelve
acres of landscaped gardens are filled with
fabulous flowers, shrubs and ornamental
planting. A wooden walkway to the swamp leads
to the world of dinosaurs, giant Jurassic
monsters tower above the trees. There are
sound effects added for extra realism. The
Little Cornwall Lake and Lighthouse has
miniature boats to steer.Other outside
attractions include a toddler corner, a pirate
ship and a new shack wharf. There are earth
sculptures of dragons and giants hiding in the
gardens and the Little Cornwall Beach Patio,
featuring the world's only Cornish pasty mine!
In the Miniatura Garden Arboretum is a
collection of miniature trees. Ant and Dec are
on the rope bridge here and Batman and Robin
are near the palace. Cornish gardeners lie
snoozing beneath the bushes. Visitors can make
and paint their own model people, who they can
take home or leave to live in the park.Inside
is the huge Crows Nest Play Zone to explore.
Four Seasons Row is a street in an indoor
model gallery. Another new attraction is a
crazy golf course through waterfalls and
barrels, canyons and caves.
Miniatura Park is on the edge of Goonhavern
Village five miles from Newquay. Visitors should
follow the "World in Miniature" signs from the
A30.
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Polperro Attractions :
Listed below are attractions in
Polperro:
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Polperro Harbour
Of all the little fishing villages of
southern Cornwall, Polperro is probably the
most photographed � thanks to its superb
setting at the mouth of a steep-sided valley.
The harbour is still a working port for
fishing boats, and visitors can see fish
landed at the market on the quay on most days.
One of the many attractive features of the
harbour and the picturesque surrounding
streets and lanes is the virtual absence of
traffic � the only means of access for most
visitors is a horse-drawn bus from the main
car park on the outskirts of the
village.
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Polperro,
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Polperro Heritage Museum
This museum is housed within the old pilchard
factory on the northern side of the harbour.
It has a large collection of photographs and
other exhibits, particularly related to local
folklore and the old fishing and smuggling
industries that used to form the mainstay of
the local economy. There are sections for
genealogists; Dr Jonathon Couch, a local
19thcentury marine biologist; the photographs
of Lewis Harding who lived in the village in
the 19th century; and the restored Ryder
lifeboat which is often moored beside the
museum.
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The Warren, Polperro,
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Talland Bay
Talland Bay is one of the delightful, hidden
treasures of this part of Cornwall. It can be
reached either by the coastal footpath from
Looe or Polperro, or by one of two narrow
lanes that descend steeply from the A387. At
low tide four beaches open on to the bay, the
two innermost are served by car parks and
cafes while the others are accessible on foot.
In the past the bay was a landing place for
smugglers, more recently its submerged reefs
have attracted scuba divers.
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Directions:Talland Bay is 3 miles from Looe and 22
miles from Plymouth. Take the A38 from
Plymouth. At Trerulefoot turn left onto the
A374. After approximately 1 mile turn right
onto the A387 for Looe. Shortly after Looe
turn left and follow the road down to
Talland Bay. Note that this road is very
narrow and steep
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Talland Church
Talland Church stands on a superb hillside
location overlooking the picturesque bay. It
was built on an ancient holy site and is about
a mile from Polperro, the nearest real
settlement. The present altar marks the site
of the Celtic original built by St Tallanus,
to whom the church is dedicated. Unusual
features are the separate bell-tower,
connected to the church by a coach-house style
roof, and a surrounding churchyard that
follows the contours of the hill from the
lowest to the highest points of the site.
Inside the ends of the wooden pews are
beautifully carved.
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Lantic Bay
This is one of the best sandy beaches in SE
Cornwall, with fine white sand hidden by high
cliffs and sheltered by Pencarrow Head on its
eastern side. But it is not the easiest to
reach. It is about a mile�s walk around the
coastal footpath from Polruan, or there is a
National Trust car park on the road above the
beach. The narrow footpath down to the beach
is fairly steep, not suitable for wheelchairs
or pushchairs. Swimmers should beware of the
strong currents.
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Directions:Lantic Bay is 4 miles from
Polperro and 28 miles from Plymouth.Take the
A38 from Plymouth. At Trerulefoot turn left
onto the A374. After approximately 1 mile
turn right onto the A387 for Looe and keep
on the A387 until Polperro. At Polperro turn
right opposite the Crumplehorn Inn and
follow the road to Lansallos. Immediately
after Lansallos, turn left and then left
again. The road forks in two. Take the right
fork which leads to the first National Trust
car park and toilets. After the car park
take the second right. Shortly after this
junction the second NT car park is on the
right
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Polruan Castle
The French Navy attacked the port of Fowey in
1457, and prompted the building of two
defensive blockhouses on each side of the
estuary. One of them, Polruan Castle, is now
one of the Fowey valley�s most attractive
historic sites. The Castle was equipped with
artillery in Tudor times, but its most
effective military weapon was not a gun � but
a chain. The chain ran across the bed of the
river to the companion castle on the Fowey
side. When potential enemies were sighted, it
was simply raised through the water, providing
an impenetrable barrier to the settlements
behind.
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Polzeath Beach
A super family beach with a large expanse
of sand and excellent surfing. There is
also a small cove at the north of Polzeath
beach called Pentireglaze Haven. At
Polzeath there is level access to the
beach by the beach car park. At New
Polzeath there are steps down to the
beach
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Directions:Polzeath is approximately 7
miles from Wadebridge
and 14 miles from Bodmin. Approach
Wadebridge on the A389 (from Bodmin) or the
A39. At Wadebridge take the B3314 and
proceed on the B3314 until there is a right
bend to Port Isaac. At this bend turn left
and continue on this road which forks to
either Polzeath or New Polzeath
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Porthleven Attractions
Listed below are attractions in
Porthleven:
Porthleven is a village, civil
parish and fishing port in the
KerrierCornwall, near Helston. It is
the most southerly port on the island of
Great Britain and was originally developed
as a
harbour of
refuge, when this part of the Cornish
coastline was recognised as a black spot for
wrecks in days of sail. Nearby
Loe Bar was
particularly infamous.
Due to the prevailing westerly winds it was
very easy for a ship under sail to become
entrapped within the bay and be cast up on
the rocks which made up the small fishing
coves of Mullion, Kynance and the
Lizard.Historically and for local-government
purposes, Porthleven was included within the
town boundaries of nearby Helston. After
years of growth, it now has its own town
council. Its population in 2001 recorded by
the UK census was 3,190
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that number considerably. Porthleven has
exploited its location and exposure to
powerful swells to become one of the
best-known and highly-regarded surfing spots
in Britain.
Waves
regularly exceeding 2 metres break on the
shallow reef that was shaped by blasting the
harbour.
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Rinsey Head
Cornwall was for many years a centre of tin
mining and the coasts around the county are
littered with derelict buildings. Rinsey Head,
three miles west of Porthleven, boasts pithead
buildings which have been cosmetically
restored to give an idea of their original
appearance. They form a dramatic backdrop to
the views from the head towards West Cornwall
with St.Michael�s Mount, Penzance and Gwennap
Head visible on clear days.
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Port Isaac
has been an attractive fishing village since
the early fourteenth century. Its narrow,
winding streets are lined with old
white-washed cottages and traditional granite,
slate-fronted Cornish houses, many of which
are listed as of architectural or historic
importance. It was the location for the
television series of
Poldark
& the lovely setting for the Doc Martin
Television series. From the Middle Ages
until the middle of the 19th century, Port
Isaac was a busy port handling various imports
and exports, including stone, coal, timber and
pottery. After the advent of the railways, it
became principally a fishing port. A stream
runs through the village, finding its way into
the sea over the harbour wall.
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Longcross Victorian Garden
Beautiful and idyllic restored Victorian
Gardens in a maze-like layout with water and
granite features stretching to almost 4
acres, an example of coastal hedging and
gardening. Panoramic views over Port Isaac
and Port Quin Bays. The only public garden
on the north Cornwall coast.
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Listed below are attractions in Redruth:
Redruth is a quiet town that was granted
it�s Market Charter in 1324, famed for being
the capital of the mining industry. Probably
one of the most historical sites is Carn
Brea which soars 738� above sea level, and
has a Medieval Castle and a 90� granite
obelisk standing proud erected on this site
in memory Francis Bassett and also home to
Neolithic settlements. �The Town Trail�
which features historical places of interest
including the house belonging to the
inventor William Murdock which is said to be
the first house in the world to have been
lit by piped gas, and the town Museum
housing interesting artefacts on mining and
farming. This is an ideal way of discovering
the town�s past. Gwennap Pit is a natural
depression in the earth, in 1762 John Wesley
first preached here and although he has long
gone the area is still home to services
today. Or perhaps the lure of minerals
attract and will ensure a visit to the
Museum at Camborne School of Mines that has
an impressive collection of rocks and
minerals from all over the world on display.
Visitors find there is a lot to discover and
much to share.
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Burncoose Gardens and Nursery
This 30-acre woodland gardens and nursery
boasts award-winning displays and a
smorgasbord of flowering features to captivate
garden-enthusiasts and horticultural amateurs
alike.Burncoose is a horticultural hotspot
with a reputation that attracts green-fingered
keenies from all over the globe, but also one
that has flaunted its horticultural talents
nationwide. Visitors to Cornwall may recollect
Burncoose's gold medal displays from Chelsea,
Hampton Court and many other nationwide flower
shows.
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Cornish Mines & Engines
Discover the secrets of the dramatic Cornish
landscape, at Pool, just off the A30. With the
expert guidance of local people, see how these
engine houses functioned, for pumping the
mines dry or for winding men and materials out
of the depths. Richard Trevithick, the famous
Cornish engineer applied high pressure steam
to engines, allowing mining to take place at
even greater depths, technology which was then
exported all over the world. At Pool you can
see Michell's 1887 winder, which now operates
under electrical power, but originally raised
ore and miners from 1600ft below
surface.
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Cornish Studies Library
The Cornish Studies Library houses a large
collection of documents and texts that relate
to the long and illustrious history of this
county. Cornwall has for a long period of time
been fiercely independent from the rest of
England, retaining many of its own traditions
and of course a language of its own. There are
many clues as to the way the development went
in this fascinating collection of books, maps
and other articles.
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Geological Museum and Art Gallery
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Redruth
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Tolgus Tin
The last tin stream works in Cornwall is a
scheduled ancient monument that will gradually
be restored to explain the role of Cornish
miners in seeking Gold and other precious
metals throughout the world.
Open every day (closed on Christmas Day)
Monday to Saturday: 9.30 to 5.00 or dusk
during the winter Sunday: 10.30 to 4.30
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to the Cornish Goldcentre, on the B3300, Redruth
to Portreath road at the CORNISH
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Saltash Attractions
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Listed below are attractions in Saltash:
It has a population of about 17,000. It
lies in the extreme southeast of Cornwall,
facing Plymouth over the River Tamar. It is
in the Caradon district and is known as "the
gateway to Cornwall". Saltash means
ash tree by the salt mill. There is no doubt that the history of
Saltash is linked to the passage, or
ferrying place across the Tamar. The
original ferry became established by
fisherman for those passing to and from the
monastery at
St. Germans
and to Trematon Castle.After the
Norman Conquest, Robert, Count of Mortain, who held the
castle and manor at Trematon, took the
market from the canons at St. Germans and
established it at Saltash. The Count granted
Trematon and other manors to the
de Vallerots, who
had then to provide for the ferry boat. In
the twelfth century a borough was founded
(1190), and Saltash became the only
franchised seaport between Dartmouth and
Fowey. This fact has given rise to the
Saltash saying,
Saltash was a borough town, when Plymouth
was a fuzzy down, as the City of Plymouth, and its seaport
did not exist in 1190.The
Charter of Incorporation
refers to the place as 'Essa' (Latin for
'Ash'). However, the spelling of the town
has changed over the years. For example, in
Edward the Confessor's time it was called
and spelt 'Aysche'. In the 1584 Charter it
is stated that
Essa is now commonly called Saltash.
A family called Essa lived in the twelfth
century at their property near Ashtor Rock,
where the Manor Courts were once held. The
'Salt' part of the name was added to
distinguish it from other places called
Ash.Roger de Vallertort
(Reginald De Valle Torta) sold out in 1270 to
Richard, Earl of Cornwall
and King of the Romans while Edward, the
Black Prince, became the first Duke of
Cornwall, and a visitor to Trematon
Castle.in 1549 there was a
Cornish insurrection
against the introduction of the
Protestant
liturgy, and the rebels under Humphrey
Arundell, for which he was beheaded at
Tyburn, gained possession of Trematon Castle
by treachery, capturing
Sir Richard Grenville, the elder, in the process. They then
carried out acts of barbarity on their
surprised visitors.
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Cotehele Gardens
Squirreled away in a steep, sheltered valley
on the west bank of the River Tamar, this
sprawling National Trust garden surrounds a
striking medieval house.This 15th Century
house with its historical garden and woodland
has inspired artists, keen gardeners and
wildlife enthusiasts throughout the centuries.
The formal gardens outside the main house
overlook a valley garden with a medieval
dovecote, pond, Victorian summerhouse and
18th-century tower. Peek inside the granite
and slate-stone walls of Cotehele house and
discover a grand interior adorned with superb
collections of rich textiles, armour and
antique furniture.
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Cotehele, St. Dominick,
Saltash, PL12 6TA.
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Cotehele House
See & the Hall of the House decorated for
Christmas with our unique garland. Cotehele�s
great Hall is open from 13 November; the shop,
restaurant and gallery open daily until 23
December 2006 Mediaeval home of the Edgcumbe
family, with original furniture, armour, rich
hangings and tapestries Hushed and enchanted,
old walls, dim light and intimate chambers
Working estate watermill making flour for
sale
Formal and informal gardens, with pools,
dovecote and tower
New traditional packing shed tells the story
of the Tamar market gardens Licensed barn
restaurant, art & craft gallery, shop and
plant sales Tamar river quay with Edgcumbe
Arms tea-room, museum and sailing barge
Shamrock Large estate with miles of riverside
and woodland walks Fascinating industrial
ruins in the wooded Danescombe valley Events
all year, including children's trails, earth
walks & theatre Come to Cotehele by train:
for CORLINK minibus service to Cotehele from
Gunnislake and Cotehele stations tel. (0845)
8505556 at least 1 hour before journey.
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Cotehele, St. Dominick,
Saltash, PL12 6TA.
Map
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Telephone: (01579) 351346
Infoline: (01579) 352739
Shop: (01579) 352713
Restaurant: (01579) 352711
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Cotehele Mill
Cotehele Mill has been preserved by the
National Trust in order to keep it in its
optimum condition so that visitors can see
what the mill looked like in its working days.
For a great many years this would have been an
important part of the working community, and
although a delicate and beautifully crafted
building, it was also made with practicality
in mind.
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Elliott's Shop
The memories came flooding back every where I
looked. The shop is exactly how it was when it
closed so even the 1970's packaging bought
back great memories. You can see how time
progressed in the shop through things like the
old gaslights, the grocery delivery bike, the
coffee grinder and the old Babycham glasses !!
It is a real trip back in time. There are so
many personal things lying about too. Look out
for Mr Elliotts old hat in the shop and his
glasses in the parlour which has been brought
to life too. Well worth a visit - it's
actually open on Saturday and Wednesday now
and not "by appointment".
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Saltash
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Mary Newman's Cottage
Lovely peaceful garden, it was such a lovely
day. The garden has great views over the river
to Devon, in the shadow of Brunels Royal
Albert Bridge. We enjoyed the free teas ! The
cottage has an aura about it. You can sense
the history in it and get a real feel for what
life must have been like 450 years ago. To
think that Francis Drake may have walked over
the same slate floors. Really relaxed
atmosphere about the whole place, and run by
volunteers too! Give it your support and pay a
visit - its actually open Saturday and
Wednesday 10-4
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Saltash
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PL12 4DT
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Royal Albert Bridge
The Royal Albert Bridge spans the River Tamar
between Saltash, in Cornwall, and Plymouth, in
Devon. Isambard Kingdom Brunel designed the
wrought iron railway bridge in 1855 for the
Cornwall Railway. The structure was completed
and opened four years later, in 1859, the same
year that Brunel died. The words �I.K.BRUNEL,
ENGINEER, 1859� can be read on either side of
the bridge, added to commemorate the opening
of the bridge and the death of the famous
engineer who designed it.
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Saltash Waterside
Saltash Waterside is overshadowed, quite
literally, by the bridges, but in itself is a
quaint and picturesque place with a small
harbour, jetty, two pubs, a sailing club and
the most fantastical views of the Plymouth
Sound. For a day out, despite it's small size,
it is great and may also entice you to visit
the rest of Saltash. Hopefully you may think
twice when travelling over the bridge
now?
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St Austell
St Austell is one of Cornwall�s bustling
towns famed for it�s mining past, and in the
18th Century for the discovery of China Clay,
which changed the town forever. A visit to the
Wheal Martyn China Clay Museum is a true
insight into the history of this industry,
housed in a Clay Works with interesting
exhibits and even a working water wheel. Of
course no visit would be complete without
seeing the �Eden Project� with it�s unusual
landscape of the Biomes. St Austell Brewery
originally founded in 1851, is the biggest
brewery in Cornwall, why not take a tour and
see the production of ales, made to a Medieval
recipe and of course tasting� St Austell�s
Port is an enchanting harbour built in 1791,
the Georgian architecture and old fishermen�s
cottages is an absolute painters delight, the
haunting sight of tall ships with their masts
and rigging turns back the pages of time, or
perhaps a visit to the Shipwreck and Heritage
Centre which has over 200 years of Fishing and
Mining on Offer. With The Lost Gardens of
Heligan, the curved sandy bay, and coves
,shops, bars and restaurants St Austell is
like a wide smile, it pleases everyone
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By Pass Service Station Southbourne
Road St Austell Cornwall
PL25 4RS
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Ben's Playworld
Ben's Play World is an indoor adventure
centre for children featuring mega slides,
giant tubes, ball pools and more.
There are also a variety of outdoor
activities, including token operated
electric bikes and cars, a 9-hole mini
golf course with a Western theme and
family picnic areas.The Sunset Boulevard
Restaurant offers a variety of
refreshments from drinks and snacks to
family meals. There are various facilities
for the family, including free parking,
baby changing, an indoor pram park and a
secure locker room. Ben's Play World is
situated in the Stadium Retail Park in St
Austell.
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Par Moor, St Austell.
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Tel: +44(0)1726
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Caerhays Castle & Gardens
The parkland and woodland gardens surrounding
Caerhays Castle were created originally from
the discoveries of the plant hunters in China
shortly after the turn of the 20th
century. Nestled in a secluded valley above Porthluney
Cove, this 100-acres of woodland gardens is
one of Britain's horticultural
treasures.These historical gardens have been created
around a grand castle built by John Nash in
1808. Since 1370 only two families have
resided here, and when the Williams family
took over 150 years ago it was little more
than a dilapidated castle surrounded by a deer
park.
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The Estate Office
Caerhays Gorran St Austell
CORNWALL
PL26 6LY
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Charlestown, Nr St Austell
Charlestown (Cornish:
Porthmeur) is a working port near St
Austell,
. Charlestown developed from what was in the
late 18th century the fishing village of
West Polmear.Charlestown harbour is
used by several local fisherman. The harbour
itself and two (pebble) beaches (one on either
side of the harbour entrance) are owned by
Square Sail, a company which owns and sails a
small fleet of tall ships, including
Kaskelot. One or two of these can often
be found at anchor in the harbour, and are
frequently open for tours during the summer
months. The best-known tall ship to regularly
visit the port was the Maria Asumpta -
first launched in 1858 and was the world's
oldest working square rigger. The
Maria Asumpta was very popular with
tourists and locals alike. In May 1995 she ran
aground and broke up on the north Cornish
coast, like so many before her, with the loss
of three of her sixteen crew.
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Charlestown Beach
Interesting and historic working port
with small pebble beaches beside the
harbour. There are steps down to the
beaches
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Directions:Charlestown is about 1 mile from St
Austell. Approach St Austell on the A390
from east or west. Turn off at the Mount
Charles roundabout to Charlestown and follow
this road down to Charlestown. Just before
the harbour there is a small roundabout.
Turn right for the car park
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China Clay Museum
Set in 26 acres of woodland the visitor can
explore nature and historical trails leading
up to a high viewpoint that gives a panoramic
view of Wheal Martyn Pit a modern working clay
quarry, from here can be seen the powerful
water jets and massive trucks and equipment
that extract this important material so
essential in our everyday lives. The preserved
Victorian clay works boasts Cornwall�s largest
working waterwheel and the collection of
exhibits includes a rare 1914 Peerless truck
and other historic vehicles. Throughout the
buildings there are fascinating examples of
the ingenuity of the engineers who worked
constantly to improve the efficiency of the
extraction processes.A new interactive
exhibition tells the more personal story of
the people who worked in the industry. Here
you can test your understanding of local
dialects, test your strength by pulling
against a village tug-o-war team and explore
the modern industry through a video link.
Throughout the year a variety of exhibitions
will be staged in the Cookworthy Building,
showcasing the talent of local artists,
photographers and potters. Many of the
exhibits will be available to purchase.
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Eden Project
CORNWALL TOURISM AWARDS 2005 - Tourism
Marketing Initiative of the Year - Gold Award
Dubbed the 'Eighth Wonder of the World' by
some, Eden is a dramatic global garden housed
in tropical biomes that nestle in a crater the
size of 30 football pitches. With a worldwide
reputation Eden barely needs an introduction,
but this epic destination definitely deserves
a day of your undivided attention. More than
just a huge, tropical garden, Eden is a
gateway into the relationships between plants
and people, and a fascinating insight into the
story of mankind's dependence on plant life.
Not only a mind-blowing visitor attraction,
Eden is also fast-becoming a unique resource
for education and knowledge towards a
sustainable future.
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Keay Theatre
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Kids Kingdom Ltd
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Albert Road
St Austell
Cornwall
PL25 4TZ
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Lost Gardens of Heligan
The Lost Gardens of Heligan Asleep for over
70 years, they are now the scene of the
largest garden restoration project in Europe
In the northern gardens are two and a half
miles of footpaths, an Elizabethan mount,
rockeries, summer houses, a crystal grotto, an
Italian garden, a set of bee holes, a wishing
well, a walled garden. To the south lies the
"jungle", a sub tropical valley overlooking
Mevagissey.
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Pine Lodge Gardens & Nursery
Pine Lodge Gardens 30 acre estate of a garden
within a garden. Mediterranean and southern
hemisphere plants as well as "usual" Cornwall
rhododendrons, magnolias.
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Holmbush
St Austell
Cornwall
PL25 3RQ
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Polmassick Vineyard
Small, family-operated vineyard, producing 7
white, rose, red, sparkling and dessert wines.
Wine available by bottle or glass, in flowery
all-weather wine garden. Self-guided tours
through secluded valley vineyard.
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Polmassick
St Ewe
St Austell
Cornwall
PL26 6HA
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Fax: +44 (0) 1726 842239
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Porthpean Beach
A popular sandy beach very busy in late
summer. Slipway for dinghies
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St Austell
Cornwall
PL26 6AU
Directions:Porthpean is close to St Austell. Approach
St Austell on the A390. Turn right onto the
Porthpean road (the turning is about 200
yards east of the supermarket roundabout).
Proceed on this road and take the second
left which leads down to Porthpean beach.
map
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St Austell Brewery Visitor Centre
The St Austell Brewery Company Limited was
founded in 1851 by Walter Hicks, who mortgaged
his farm for �1,500 to set up his business in
St Austell. In 2001, we celebrated our 150th
Anniversary.The company remains in private
hands with numerous Walter Hicks' descendants
involved as shareholders, employees and
directors. We are one of the longest
established of only a few independent family
brewers left in the UK and are totally
committed to continuing brewing and to
retaining our independence.We are one of the
largest employers in Cornwall, where most of
our 167 pubs and hotels are located. We have
17 in Devon and are expanding operations
throughout the South West. Company employees
currently run 34 pubs; the remainder are
tenanted. In total, over 1,000 people work for
the Brewery, which now has an annual turnover
in excess of �90 million.Our Walter Hicks Wine
Merchants subsidiary supplies the licensed
trade throughout the South West of England and
has the only bonded warehouse in
Cornwall.
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St Austell
Cornwall
PL25 4BY
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The Tortoise Garden
Cornwall's Sanctuary for the rescue and
conservation of tortoises.
We have over 150 different tortoises, About 3
miles west of St Austell along the A390, pop
in and see us.
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TOPANGA
LOWER STICKER
ST AUSTELL
CORNWALL - PL26 7JJ
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Near St Blazey
St Austell
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St Columb
St Columb Major (Cornish:
Sen Kolomm Veur), often simply called St Columb, is a
town in Cornwall, to the south west of
Wadebridge and east of Newquay. It has a large
church dedicated to
St. Columba
featuring a four-tier tower and a wide
through-arch.Twice a year the town plays host
to "Hurling", a medieval game once common
throughout Cornwall but now only played in St.
Columb and
St. Ives. It
is played on Shrove Tuesday and then again on
the Saturday eleven days later. The game
involves two teams of several hundred people
(the 'townsmen' and the 'countrymen') who
endeavour to carry a silver ball made of apple
wood to goals set two miles apart, making the
parish the largest pitch for a ball game
anywhere in the world.
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St Columb
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Cornish Birds of Prey Centre
At the Cornish Birds of Prey Centre there are
more than 50 birds of prey, in addition to
many other birds. These include parrots,
macaws, pheasants, kookaburras and lots of
ducks. There are regular flying displays and
various hands-on experiences, involving the
birds. The Centre also incorporates facilities
for coarse fishing, with more than three acres
of well-stocked lakes. The Centre is set on
open ground with a gentle slope and stunning
views.For anyone who fancies a whole day
surrounded by birds of prey, it is possible to
spending quality time getting to know the
birds and learning about the art of falconry.
This full day, working with the birds, begins
at 10.00am with a tour of the centre, followed
by a brief talk on the history of falconry and
introductions to the various birds. Lunch and
refreshments are provided throughout the day,
and the centre caters for all ages and
disabilities.The excellent facilities include
tea rooms, serving both hot meals and snacks
throughout the day, with a gift area selling
souvenirs of the visit. There is free parking
and shaded shelters for dogs, which are not
allowed in the actual centre. The Cornish
Birds of Prey Centre is situated on the A39 at
Winnards Perch, between St. Columb Major and
Wadebridge and is open throughout the
year.
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Meadowside Farm
Winnards Perch
St Columb Major
St Columb
Cornwall
TR9 6DH
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Screech Owl Sanctuary
is a haven for sick and injured
owls located near
St Columb Major, . The sanctuary hosts hundreds of owls in a
number of
aviaries organized by
species, and in 2002 was the recipient of a
BBC Animal Award for its
work in animal welfare.
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Trewin Farm
Goss Moor
St Columb
Cornwall
TR9 6HP
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Shipwreck and Heritage Centre
Located in a historic china clay building, we
offer visitors an insight into the history of
Charlestown and shipwrecks. We have the
largest exhibition of artifacts recovered by
divers, on public display in the UK. Walk
through underground tunnels where clay trucks
were pushed out to the ships in the port.
VILLAGE LIFE
Animated scenes of village life with: Charles
Rashleigh telling how he lost ownership of
Charlestown to his lawyers. A typical cottage
scene of days gone by. A blacksmith in his
forge. The master cooper making barrels.Guided
Tours available for organised parties booked
in advance. A well stocked shop offers a wide
range of maritime and Cornish gifts,
souvenirs, cards, books, Cornish mead &
fudge, beach goods, clothing, badges, toys,
confectionary and much more.
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Charlestown
Cornwall
PL25 3NJ
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Spirit of the West American
Theme Park
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St. Winard's Perch - nr Wadebridge See Sheriff
JB and his posse bring the outlaws to justice.
A fabulous day out for all the family, in
Mid-Cornwall.
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Retallack
Winnards Perch
St Columb
Cornwall
TR9 6DE
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Tel: +44 (0) 1637 881160
Fax: +44 (0) 1637 881104
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Springfields Pony Centre and Fun Park
More than a great day out - a wonderful
childhood experience. An action packed day for
all the family with acres of space to run and
play. Whatever the weather our
giant indoor Play Barn
and under cover activities mean there is
always plenty to do.We have lots of ponies
that can be ridden, groomed, or will take you
for a ride around the park in our
carriage.Go-Karts, Rowing Boats
Giant Outdoor Astra Wave Slide,
Death Drop slide and Trampolines for the
active youngsters. Train rides around the park, Toddler Play
Area, Pets Corner for the little ones.
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St Columb
Cornwall
TR9 6HU
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Tel: +44 (0) 1637 881224
Fax: +44 (0) 1637 889124
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Westworld Raceway -
St. Winard's Perch Bangers, minis, sierras,
stock cars & rods.
Regular meetings March - December.
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Westworld Raceway situated off the A39
St. Columb Major To Wadebridge road,
on the Spirit of the West complex.
racing@westworldraceway.co.uk
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St Ives
West Cornwall offers a holiday venue that is
like nowhere else in the UK. The whole
peninsular is a haven for walkers,
photographers, artists and writers giving
inspiration through spectacular scenery,
unspoilt beauty and antiquities which are
dramatic reminders of our rich heritage.Famous
for its wealth of ancient monuments and mining
heritage sites, its artistic traditions and
working fishing communities, it is a living
landscape marked by signs of its Celtic past.
There is a captivating atmosphere of mystery
and romance throughout West Cornwall that is
hard to find anywhere else in Britain. It is
generated by the areas stunning natural beauty
and by the sense of timelessness that clings
to the rugged moorland and to the awesome
Atlantic coastline.The beaches of West
Cornwall deserve the accolade of being the
'Best and most beautiful in the West'. The
choice of beaches suits everyone�s needs, you
can simply sunbath on silky soft sand and swim
in crystal clear seas that match the best the
Mediterranean offers. If you are looking for
water sports then you can ride the Atlantic
swell with surfboard and bodyboard. West
Cornwall has the only two UK members of the
'Most Beautiful Bays in the World Club', St
Ives Bay and Mounts Bay. St Ives has also been
voted 'Best Seaside Resort in the UK' by the
prestigious US published 'British Heritage'
Magazine.Home of St Michaels Mount and the
Tate Gallery at St Ives, the Lands End
peninsular offers a variety of experiences for
every season - from the flowers of early
Spring, through lively summer festivals to the
dazzling lights of Christmas and New Year.
Beyond all of this lies the untouched
wilderness of the Atlantic coast and the
granite moorlands with their wealth of
wildlife. Explore it and discover... The West
Cornwall Experience. Population 12,000
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The Guildhall Street an Pol St
Ives Cornwall TR26 2DS
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Tel: [01736]
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Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture
Garden
A wonderful exhibition dedicated to the
life, work and memory of the 20th century
sculptor, Dame Barbara Hepworth.The Barbara Hepworth Museum is located in St
Ives and has been maintained by the Tate
Gallery since 1980. A wonderful exhibition dedicated to the life,
work and memory of the 20th century sculptor,
Dame Barbara Hepworth.
Famous for creating beautiful impressions
of objects rather than simple portraits of
the objects themselves, Hepworth became one
of Britain's leading abstract artists.
Renowned for working in a variety of
different mediums including wood, stone,
bronze and marble, the studio and sculpture
garden contains a spectacular insight into
her life and a magnificent collection of her
work.Born in Wakefield in 1903 and trained
at the Leeds School of Art, Hepworth
eventually settled in St Ives with her
family in 1939 where she built her wonderful
studio and sculpture garden.Hepworth was
tragically killed in a studio fire in 1975
and following her wishes her studio and
garden was opened to the public in
1976.The sculptures contained within her
garden are said to be some of her
favourites and are certainly a delight
to see. The museum is a wonderful place
to visit and definitely a must for all
art lovers.
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Barnoon Hill
St Ives
Cornwall
TR26 1AD
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Carbis Bay
Point your compass south west, take a left
turn at Shangri- La, hold your breath for as
long as it takes to descend the hill into
Carbis Bay, let your breath out and the word
'paradise' will softly escape!
This picturesque bay, located in St Ives,
offers outstanding views and a magnificent
sandy beach offering many recreational
activities such as swimming, boating,
surfing, rock climbing and tennis.
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Directions:Carbis Bay is approximately 2 miles from St
Ives and about 22 miles from Truro.
Approaching from the east on the A30 take
the 3rd left at the Loggans Moor roundabout
to remain on the A30. At the next roundabout
take the 2nd left for St Ives (A3074).
Follow the A3074 to Carbis Bay and then turn
right and then follow this road down to the
beach
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Cornish Easel
Must For Tourists Just Arriving In St Ives.
Street Maps And Tourist Guides To Help Find
Your Way Around. Situated In A Fantastic
Position Just Meters Away From The Bus/Train
Station On Your Way Into The Town. A
Friendly Local Place Just Pop In And Ask If
You Need Help On Arriving. Also Sells Local
Artist Artwork/Jewelery/ Gifts With A
Collectic mix Of Collectable Items Too.
Definitely Worth A Visit.
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Kidz R Us
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Penwith Galleries
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Back Road West
St Ives
Cornwall
TR26 1NL
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Porthminster Beach
A favorite place for a family outing, this
lovely stretch of beach overlooks Godrevy
Lighthouse in the distance.
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St Ives Cornwall TR26 2BN
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Directions:St Ives is approximately 24 miles
from Truro.
Approaching from the east on the A30 take
the 3rd left at the Loggans Moor roundabout
to remain on the A30. At the next roundabout
take the 2nd left for St Ives (A3074).
Follow the A3074 through Lelant and Carbis
Bay to St Ives
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Porthmeor Beach
This half-mile-long beach with firm sands is a
popular recreational area around St. Ives, where
all amenities are available, including beach
chalets.
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Porthmeor Beach, St Ives,
Cornwall, TR26 1TG.
Directions:St Ives is approximately 24 miles from
Truro. Approaching from the east on the A30
take the 3rd left at the Loggans Moor
roundabout to remain on the A30. At the next
roundabout take the 2nd left for St Ives
(A3074). Follow the A3074 through Lelant and
Carbis Bay to St Ives
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St Ives Society of Artists Old Mariners
Church
is in the crypt of the former Mariners
Church, an imposing building in the heart of
the old quarter of St Ives overlooking the busy harbour.
Work is displayed on white-painted panels with
battens supporting picture hooks (supplied),
or on rods suspended from "J" rails.
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Norway Square
St Ives
Cornwall
TR26 1NA
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St Ives Theatre
Kidz R Us is a Youth Theatre company based in
St.Ives Cornwall and a registered charity. We
have our own 321 seat theatre in the centre of
town, the former Wesley Chapel with a full
programme of shows throughout the year.
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Kidz R Us, St Ives Theatre, Lower Stennack, St.
Ives, Cornwall TR26 1QG.
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Tate Gallery St Ives
Home of post-war British Modernism, St Ives
provides the artistic foundations for Tate St
Ives. The gallery was built to celebrate the
Modernists as well as the surroundings and
atmosphere that inspired them. The St Ives
Modernists included such artists as Barbara
Hepworth, Ben Nicholson, Naum Gabo, Peter
Lanyon, Patrick Heron, Terry Frost and Sandra
Blow.Situated above stunning Porthmeor Beach,
Tate St Ives unique architecture recalls the
'White Relief' works of the artist Ben
Nicholson, as well as the unexpected twists
and turns of the town of St Ives
itself.Opening in 1993, the gallery offers a
varied exhibition and events programme of
international modern and contemporary art
within the unique cultural context of St Ives
including works from the Tate Collection.Tate
St Ives also manages the Barbara Hepworth
Museum and Sculpture Garden, which offers a
remarkable insight into the work and outlook
of one of Britain's most important 20th
century artists.
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Porthmeor Beach, St Ives,
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Telephone: 01736 796226
Fax: +44 (0) 1736 794480
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Wayside Folk Museum
is the oldest private museum in Cornwall
covering every aspect of life in Zennor and
the surrounding district from 3000bc to the
1930's.With over 5000 displays items split up into
12 different areas the museum gives a
fascinating insight into what life was like
for the residents of Zennor in times gone
by.The museum has some wonderful exhibits
including the kitchen and parlour of a
miller's cottage, a mill house and even a
blacksmiths. These along with displays of
domestic implements and stories of how people
lived help to bring the 18th century back to
life.Other exhibits include fishing, farming,
mining, domestic life and archaeology. There
is certainly something for everyone at Wayside
Folk Museum.Children will not only enjoy the
fascinating exhibits but can also take part in
the quiz trail and receive a certificate.
There is a caf� for refreshments as well as a
gift and book shop
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Zennor Street
St Ives
Cornwall
TR26 3DA
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St Just
St Just is a small town perched on a cliff,
is the nearest town to Lands End, and situated
on the edge of the moors. The old mining town
has rows of granite cottages that glint in the
sunlight, the past links to the mining
industry and is peppered with mining
reminders. With an open air Medieval
Amphitheatre, a church although restored was
built in 15th Century, houses wall paintings
of St George and The Dragon. Cape Cornwall is
the most westerly point of Cornwall and with
it�s large hump and old mining chimney that�s
been there for 138 years makes an impressive
site, there is even an 18 hole golf course,
although the stunning scenery is guaranteed to
take your eye off the ball. All along the
coast and around St Just are standing stones
and other Prehistoric sites. The Levant Mine
and Geevor Mine & Museum, has tours
underground and exhibits explain this
fascinating industry and shows the Beam
Engine. The South West Coastal Path is a joy
for walkers, and historians not to mention
painters, the colourful scenery and vibrant
Atlantic Coast is undoubtedly spectacular, and
you may even be lucky enough to see Dolphins
or Seals.
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The Library Market Street St
Just Penzance Cornwall TR19
7HX
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Fax: [01736]
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Ballowall Barrow
Ballowall is a strange and possibly unique
example of a prehistoric funerary cairn which
incorporates multiple phases of use and
funerary practice spanning the Neolithic and
Middle Bronze Age
Ballowall Common has been heavily exploited
by miners for the many lodes of tin which
underlie this area, and the monument was long
been concealed and thus protected beneath mine
waste. The site was excavated in the late 19th
Century by WC Borlase who was drawn to the
site by miners� tales of strange lights and
dancing fairies, which might indicate that the
mound was exposed and recognisable not long
before Borlase�s investigation.
Sited on Ballowall Common overlooking the
rugged granite cliffs to the south of Cape
Cornwall, it faces west towards Scilly and the
setting sun.
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The barrow lies between the highway and a
public footpath; Ballowall Common is open access
land managed by The National Trust.
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St Mawes
St Mawes is beautifully situated at the
southern end of the Roseland Peninsula, and
from medieval times was a busy port and
fishing harbour. Today it remains a major
centre of marine activity of all sorts. St
Mawes Castle, the twin to Pendennis Castle
across the Carrick Roads, was built by Henry
XIII in the middle of the 16th century. It is
an easy 2-mile coastal walk from the castle to
St Just in Roseland church, described by John
Betjeman as �to many people the most beautiful
churchyard on earth� A pedestrian ferry runs
to Falmouth. The trip takes about 25 minutes,
and is a good way to get afloat for a short
scenic trip. In the summer months a small
ferry runs to St Anthony headland across St
Mawes outer harbour. Here there are many
stunning walks, a lighthouse and fantastic
coastal views. A little further afield on the
Roseland Peninsula you�ll find attractive
villages such as Portscatho, Tregony, Portloe
and Veryan, the latter best known for the five
white roundhouses which guard its entrance.
There are two beaches in St Mawes, and more
beaches further along the coast. They are
quiet without the amenities of the larger
resorts. Population 1,000
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The Roseland Visitor Centre The
Millennium Rooms The Square St
Mawes TR2 5AG
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Tel: [01326]
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Greater Molunan Beach
Greater Molunan Beach overlooks the entrance
to Falmouth harbour and the Carrick Roads.
Accessible from St Anthony�s Head car park via
a steep cliff path, or, more popularly during
the summer months, by boat, it is a
picturesque cove with a sandy beach and plenty
of quirky nooks and crannies to explore.
Little Molunan, the first beach encountered
coming down the cliff path, is perhaps less
popular as it is only accessible at low tide
or by boat. However, it has a rocky area,
which is great for rock pooling.
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St Anthony�s Head,
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Tintagel Attractions
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Listed below are attractions in Tintagel:
Tintagel, home to Tintagel Castle sits high
above the seas, a most evocative place to
visit and soak up the atmosphere generated
by the dramatic views and wonderful legends.
Tintagel is famous for its connection with
the Arthurian legends, King Arthur was said
to be born on Tintagel Island where the
remains of the 13th century Castle stand
today. Below the castle on the Castle Beach
is Merlin�s cave which is accessible at low
tide. Much of the spectacular cliffs either
side of the castle are owned by the National
Trust. With in the village of Tintagel you
will find numerous shops, cafes and pubs.
There is also the Old Post Office which is
owned by the National Trust , King Arthur�s
Great Halls which house some magnificent
stained glass windows, a rock and fossil
museum and a toy museum. Your first port of
call on arriving at Tintagel should be the
Visitor Centre situated at the start of the
village on the road towards Boscastle. Here
you will be able to gather a wealth of
information about the area so that you can
make the most of your visit. Near to
Tintagel is the stunning beach at Trebarwith
strand, If you go there at high tide there
appears to be no beach but return again at
low tide and your in for a real
treat.
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Bossiney Road Tintagel PL34 OAJ
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Crackington Haven Beach
A large sandy beach with plenty of rock
pools and a slipway to the beach. There
are excellent views from the 400 foot
cliffs
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Tintagel
Cornwall
PL34 0BQ
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Directions:Crackington Haven is approx 21
miles from Wadebridge. Take the A39 from
Wadebridge or Camelford.
Follow the A39 north and turn left at
Wainhouse Corner. Follow this road to
Crackington Haven
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Delabole
This unusual village is a mile inland on the
North Cornish Coast, and situated in the heart
of Camelot and king Arthur Country. Famous for
it�s slate production carried out since 1314
the Quarry is now a 400� hole which is one of
the biggest holes in Europe, still produces
slate today. Why not visit and stand on the
viewing platform. One interesting place to
visit is the first ever commercial Wind Farm,
or if you enjoy fishing Ferndale Fishing Lakes
has three attractive lakes to try your luck at
catching Carp, Bream, Tench, Roach. Tintagel
Old Post Office is only two miles away, and
was the legendary seat of King Arthur, the
Post Office is said to date from the 14th
Century, a mystical Norman Castle built in the
12th Century is perched high and bestows
amazing views. Not to forget the deep black
hole of �Merlin�s� Cave� which is said to be
the actual cave where King Arthur met Merlin,
the craggy exterior, half drowned in greenery
where the entrance is sandy bottomed as it
beckons you inside into the mystical darkness
within. Delabole and the magical surrounding
area is a wish waiting to be granted
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Delabole Slate Co
Why not visit the quarry? We have a showroom
with numerous examples of slate products. A
viewing platform overlooks the quarry
which was once the largesy mam-made hole in
Europe. Guided tours daily 2pm May-
August
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Pengelly, Delabole,
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King Arthur Great Halls
King Arthur's Great Halls was the brainchild
of the philanthropist millionaire Frederick
Thomas Glasscock. Designed and built in the
1930's the granite and slate building
encapsulates the world and legend of King
Arthur.Visited by people from all over the
world and boasting over 2 million visitors
since it opened in 1933, the hall is the only
intact building in the World dedicated to the
legend of King Arthur.Featured in many
television programmes and films the hall
includes an authentic round table and granite
thrones surrounded by 72 fabulous stained
glass windows.The legend of King Arthur is
brought to life with spectacular laser lights,
music and a narration by the popular actor
Robert Powell.King Arthur's Great Halls certainly bring the
legend of Arthur to life.
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Fore Street
Tintagel
Cornwall
PL34 0DA
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Merlin's Cave
Located below Tintagel Castle, the birthplace
of King Arthur, this cave is believed to be
where Merlin lived. The caves are accessible
from a footpath, but fill with water at high
tide.
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Tintagel Head
Tintagel
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Tintagel Castle
Dramatically set atop steep cliffs and
possessing stunning views, Tintagel is the
mythical home of King Arthur. The ruins date
from the 12th and 13th centuries and walking
up and down the steep paths and steps takes
you around what is left of these amazing
ruins. This Medieval castle is now only joined
to the mainland by a thin strip of land. Used
in the 5th and 6th centuries as trading
settlement of Celtic Kings, Tintagle castle is
defiantly worth a visit.
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Tintagel, Cornwall PL34 0HE
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Tintagel Post Office
This beautiful old building was originally a
14th Century manor house; it became the Post
Office in 1844 and served in that role until
1872. It fell into disrepair over the next 20
years, but concerned local people saved it
from demolition, arranged a careful
restoration and handed it over to the National
Trust in 1903. The sagging roof, tiny rooms
and period furnishings provide a fascinating
glimpse into the nature of domestic life more
than 100 years ago.
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Fore Street, Tintagel, Cornwall PL34 0DB
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Tintagel Toy Museum
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The Waterfall, St Nectan's Glen
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The Hermitage
St Nectan's Glen
Trethevy
Tintagel
Cornwall
PL34 0BE
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Torpoint
Attractions
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Listed below are attractions in Torpoint:
Torpoint is an eighteenth century planned
town. The grid-based design for the town was
commissioned by
Reginald Pole Carew
in the Parish of Antony in 1774. His family
continued to have a strong influence in the
area, having become the Carew Poles, and
still reside at their family seat, Antony
House.
Due to the presence of Devonport Dockyard,
the town grew as Dockyard workers settled
there. The establishment of the Royal Navy's
main training facility, HMS Raleigh,
on the west side of Torpoint, boosted the
number of inhabitants.Penntorr) is a town in the far South East of
Cornwall, by a stretch of water
referred to as the separated from the City
of PlymouthHamoaze, which itself is the
mouth of the River Tamar. It is on the Rame
Peninsula.Torpoint's link to Plymouth (and
Devonport) is facilitated by three passenger
and vehicle ferries. The current ferries are
propelled across the river by pulling
themselves on chains. These chains sink to
the bottom to allow shipping movements in
the river. The ferry journey takes
approximately 7 minutes.Torpoint has a
population of 8,457 (2001 Census). In the
Cornish language Torpoint is called
Penntorr, which is now also the name of a
local folk band.
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Cornwall Record Office Online
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Antony House
Overlooking the Lynher River, the gardens
landscaped by Repton include formal
courtyard, terraces, ornamental Japanese
pond, fine summer borders, sculptures and
knot garden. Houses national collection of
Hemerocallis (610 cultivars).Antony House
was constructed, for Sir William Carew,
between 1711-1721. The house stands on a
peninsular formed by the confluence of two
estuaries - the River Tamar to the east
and the river Lynher to the north; the sea
forming the southern edge. The house like
the nearby Cotehele was spared the ravages
that so many of the countries fine houses
underwent in the name of modernisation in
the Victorian period.Antony House features some
exceptional furnishings. A splendid
collection of portraits including
examples of works by Reynolds and a
painting of Charles I at his trial.
There are 25 acres of landscaped
gardens adjacent to the house, and
some 50 acres of natural woodland to
explore. The house and gardens were
donated to the National Trust in 1961,
the gardens are currently managed by
the Carew Pole Garden Trust.
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Antony Estate
Torpoint
Cornwall
PL11 2QA
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Antony Woodland Gardens and Woodland
Walk
Antony Overlooking the Lynher River, the
grounds landscaped by Repton include a formal
garden with a national collection of day
lilies. The woodland garden has a fine
collection of rhododendrons, camellias,
azaleas and magnolias
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Antony Estate
Torpoint
Cornwall
PL11 2QA
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Mount Edgcumbe House
Set in 865 acres of spectacular landscape
overlooking Plymouth Sound, Mount Edgcumbe
is truly a jewel in Cornwall�s crown.
Originally built between 1547 and 1553 by
Sir Richard Edgcumbe, Mount Edgcumbe House
was enlarged during the 17th and 18th
centuries. Miraculously the red stone walls
of the Tudor house survived a direct hit by
bombs in 1941. It was later restored by the
6th Earl between 1958 and 1964 before
eventually passing into the ownership of
Plymouth City and Cornwall County Councils
1971.Decorated in the 18th century style the
house contains, ceramics, furniture and
paintings by Sir Joshua Reynolds, Gerard
Edema and William van der Velde form the
original Mount Edgcumbe family collection
and can be viewed by the public during the
open season.The house itself is set in Grade I listed
gardens, some of the most outstanding in
Cornwall. With the themed formal gardens in
the lower park � English, Italian, French,
American, New Zealand and many more, there
is something for everyone to see. If that�s
not enough, follow the 3-mile multi use
trail to see more of the stunning landscape
and the resident wildlife.Home of the National Camellia Collection
and winner of the RHS Britain in Bloom Park
of the Year, this estate has something for
everyone.
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Cremyll, Torpoint,
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Tamar Cruising
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The historic city of Truro nestles in the
valley of three rivers - the Kenwyn, Allen and
Truro - just a short distance from the rugged
north coast of Cornwall or the gentle beauty
of the Roseland Peninsula. The three spires of
the imposing turn of the century cathedral
provide a familiar landmark for locals and an
impressive focus for visitors.A celebrated
Georgian street graces the southern entrance
of Truro and further elegant architecture is
to be found within the cobbled streets of the
city's excellent shopping centre. Beautiful
parks and gardens, river walks and boat trips
allow the visitor to appreciate the
tranquility of Truro's quieter corners and
surrounding countryside; guided walks reveal
the intriguiging history of the city's past.
Truro boasts a first-class theatre and modern
multi-plex cinema - both sympathetically
restored period building in keeping with the
city's character. Other rainy-day attractions
include the Royal Cornwall Museum, ten-pin
bowling, swimming pool and indoor and farmers
markets. All tastes are catered for in the
city's many pubs and restaurants - continental
cafe bars, international cuisine,
vegetarian,fast food, Cornish cream teas and,
of course, pasties - and in the evening the
entertainment continues in the local pubs,
wine bars and nightclubs. An abundance of warm
and welcoming accommodation is available
within the city and surrounding areas, should
your requirements be hotel, guest house,
B&B or holiday park. Easy accessible by
road or rail, Truro makes an ideal base for a
family holiday or a quiet getaway. Population
21,000
Listed below are attractions in Truro:
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Municipal Buildings Boscawen Street
Truro Cornwall TR1 2NE
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Tel: [01872]
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ATV Centre
Now every one can join in the fastest-
growing fun sport in the UK.At the ATV
Centre we have the largest selection of
'Quads' and the best circuits in the
country.Never tried a quad before? No problem! Start
out on a smaller machine and a simpler
circuit.Looking for speed and thrills? Take
out the bigger quads and try one of our more
adventurous circuits! We have a separate
learner circuit.Looking for something more
competitive? Ask about our racing events and
go for glory...We supply full safety kit and
all machines are maintained to racing
standards.
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Bosvigo
Not a typical Cornish garden, much more in
the 'English' style with herbaceous borders at
their best in summer. A series of 'garden
rooms' surround the Georgian house (not open)
each 'room' has its own colour themes.
Original Victorian Conservatory. Woodland
garden. Small specialist nursery selling a
range of hard to find herbaceous
plants.
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Bosvigo Lane
Truro
CORNWALL
TR1 3NH
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Callestock Cider Farm
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Cornwall Library
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Hall for Cornwall
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Newmans Cruises
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Tolverne, Philleigh, Truro
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Royal Cornwall Museum
Cornwall's oldest and most prestigious
museum, famed for its internationally
important collections. Forthcoming exhibitions
include drawings by Leonardo da Vinci from the
Royal Collection, a Henry Scott Tuke
retrospective, paintings by Harry Ousey and
�Poldark�s Cornwall � The Life and Times of
Winston Graham�. There is also our collection
of Newlyn School paintings in our fine and
decorative arts gallery and an extensive
mineralogy collection. Families are well
catered for with a wide variety of exciting
themed activities including an action-packed
Egyptian extravaganza day in July.
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River Street, Truro,
Cornwall, TR1 2SJ.
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Tel : 01872 272205
Fax: 01872 240514
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St Piran Round
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Trelissick Garden
Trelissick is a garden of rare beauty, set
as the jewel in an estate of 500 acres,
which is surrounded by water on three sides.
The garden is a plantsman's delight, with
collections of rare and exotic shrubs that
thrive in the mild Cornish climate. Of
particular renown are large collections of
hydrangeas, rhododendrons, camellias and
magnolias. The garden also has the National
Collections of Photinias and Azaras. The
planting within the garden has been
developed to provide colour throughout the
year.As well as the garden there are five
miles of woodland walks on the estate to
enjoy, many of which follow the side of the
River Fal and its creeks, and are a delight
with the shipping and wildlife to
enjoy.There is a restaurant, a shop and two
galleries. The restaurant sells food that is
prepared mainly from local produce. The shop
sells an exciting range of gifts, of which
many are locally produced. The two galleries
have a range of both arts and crafts that
are all inspired and produced in
Cornwall.There is an exciting range of
events throughout the year: check out the
National Trust website on the Trelissick
page for further details.
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Feock,
Near Truro, TR3 6QL.
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Tel : (01872) 862090
Shop: (01872) 865515
Gallery: (01872) 864084
Restaurant: (01872) 863486
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Trewithen Gardens
The gardens cover 30 acres, and were created
around 1900. The extensive woodland gardens
are surrounded by park land. The gardens are
one of only two in Cornwall to be awarded
three stars by the Michelin Guide
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Grampound Road
TRURO
Cornwall
TR2 4DD
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TREWITHEN CLICK
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Tel: +44 01726
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Truro Cathedral
Truro Cathedral was the first 'new' cathedral
to be built in Britain for 800 years since
Salisbury Cathedral was started in 1220. It is
built in the Gothic Revival architectural
style fashionable during much of the
nineteenth century. It is located in the city
of Truro in Cornwall in the United Kingdom.
Construction began in 1880 on the site of the
sixteenth-century parish church (St Mary the
Virgin) to a design by noted church architect
John Loughborough Pearson. Pearson was heavily
influenced by Gothic architecture, as
indicated by the cathedral's three massive
towers and spires. The central tower and spire
is 76 m (250 feet) tall, while the western
towers reach 61 m (200 feet). One particularly
unusual feature of the cathedral is the fact
that St Mary's church was not completely
demolished, and now serves as the cathedral's
Lady Chapel. Its copper spire is still a
feature of the cathedral's south-eastern
aisle. A further unusual feature is the
non-alignment of the cathedral's nave and
chancel, which can be clearly seen by visitors
at the west end or east end. This was due to
site constraints; the cathedral is built in a
densely-populated central site with houses and
shops packed closely about on all sides, in a
manner more reminiscent of a Continental
rather than an English cathedral. Foundation
stones were laid in 1880 and the first section
of the cathedral was consecrated in 1887. The
central tower was completed by 1905 and the
building was completed with the opening of the
two western towers in 1910. JL Pearson died in
1897 and the work of his architectural
practice was continued by his son, Frank
Loughborough Pearson. The Cathedral attracts
over 200,000 visitors a year and was the
location for the first service of Nine Lessons
and Carols, devised by E.W. Benson for
Christmas Eve, 1880.
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St Mary�s Street, Truro, Cornwall TR1
2AF
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Phone: +44 (0)1872
276782 - Fax: +44 (0)1872
277788
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World in Miniature
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Tel: +44 (0) 1872 572828
Fax: +44 (0) 1872 572829
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Wadebridge, Rock
and Polzeath
Wadebridge � This bustling market town in
North Cornwall offers a wide variety of
leisure and shopping opportunities as well
as being the perfect base from which to
discover the natural beauty of Cornwall and
North Cornwall. Visitors to the town can
enjoy riverside walks, unique shopping,
indoor and outdoor leisure facilities and of
course the nationally recognised Camel
Trail, 18 miles of traffic free walking and
cycling.Wadebridge is the venue for some of
North Cornwall's major events. Find out what
rural life is all about at the action packed
Royal Cornwall Show. Held every June there's
something for all the family. The town comes
alive to the sound of music every August
Bank Holiday as it hosts the internationally
acclaimed Wadebridge Folk Festival. Nearby
the stunning gardens of historic houses such
as Pencarrow, Lanhydrock and Prideaux Place
provide the stage for summer events. From
Jazz to Opera, Dog shows to Country fairs -
visitors are always welcome and what better
way to discover what Wadebridge and the
surrounding area really has to
offer.Wadebridge is the gateway to the
beautiful scenery and stunning beaches of
Rock and Polzeath. This is Betjeman Country
- the landscape lovingly evoked by the Poet
Laureate in Old Friends, Summoned by Bells,
and Seaside Golf. Hear his poetry recited on
summer evenings on Brae Hill, overlooking St
Enodoc Church where the poet is buried, and
see his personal artefacts at the Betjeman
Centre, in Wadebridge. Population
7,000
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Rotunda Building Eddystone Road Wadebridge
Cornwall PL27 7AL
Email Wadebridge
WADEBRIDGE CLICK
Manager DianneMeeks
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Tel 0870 122 3337 fax 01208 813781
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St Teath - A purpose built paintball
site in a great location. Only 1 mile from the
main A39 between Camelford and Wadebridge with
trees, marsh, hides, huts, forts, open field
and a river set in 20 acres with five game
zones.
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Trevilley Fm, Nr Wadebridge,
Delabole, Cornwall, PL33 9EU
very easy to find and get to we are only 1
mile by road from the A39. Turn off the A39
onto the B3267 and then turn at the next right
just after the Post Office (first turn right
you get to sign posted Trevilley Lane) then
turn right again when you see our sign
Email Big Dunk
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Phone 01840 211460 or 07899 953703
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Carnewas & Bedruthan Steps
A large sandy beach dwarfed by spectacular
rock outcrops. Note that swimming is
dangerous and access to the beach is
unsuitable for wheel chairs and push
chairs.
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Directions:Bedruthan Steps is approximately
8 miles from Newquay.
Approach Newquay from the A30 and turn onto
the A39 at the Indian Queens roundabout.
Proceed on the A39 and continue on the A39
across the 1st roundabout and at the 2nd
roundabout turn left onto the A3059 for
Newquay. At Newquay follow the directions
for Padstow onto the B3276. Follow the B3276
past Watergate Bay through Mawgan Porth and
about a mile after Mawgan Porth turn left
for the Bedruthan Steps car park. There are
shorter routes avoiding Newquay.
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Crealy Great Adventure Park
Come to Cornwall's Crealy for the most famous
fun in Cornwall - the only Park in the county
where the Maximum Fun is Guaranteed!Swampy the
SwampMonster is presenting two new Shows this
summer � including, for the first time ever,
Cornwall�s famous Uther the Giant in his Giant
Adventure Showtime!Add Cornwall's wildest
rides, the biggest outdoor adventure zone in
the UK and more undercover play than anywhere
else in Cornwall...Animals to hold and
cuddle...Delicious food freshly prepared at
the Park, direct from Cornwall�s best farms,
orchards and vineyards...And you'll see why
the first choice for family time is Cornwall's
Crealy Great Adventure Park!Cornwall's Crealy
is famous for the Shire Horses - and this year
there are even more Heavy Horses with
Percheron, Suffolk Punch and Clydesdale to
compliment the award-winning Shires. "We
already have ten magnificent Shire horses and
we are thrilled to be presenting our unique
Heavy Horse Parades every day" says Roger
Harvey, Stud and Animal Farm Manager at
Cornwall's Crealy."You can be sure of a great
family day out in 2007 at Cornwall's Crealy
Great Adventure Park so
visit soon � and discover why the best days
are Crealy days!
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Easy to find, on the A39 between Newquay and
Wadebridge, near Padstow; minutes from the A30
Highgate Hill Junction.
Cornwall's Crealy Great Adventure Park,
Tredinnick, Wadebridge, near Newquay,
Cornwall.
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Tel : 0870 116 333
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St Breock Downs Monolith
Originally 5 metres (16 feet) high and
weighing some 16.75 tonnes, this is Cornwall's
largest and heaviest prehistoric monolith. It
stands on the summit of St Breock Downs,
offering wonderful views.
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Located on St Breock Downs; 3 1⁄2 miles
SW of Wadebridge off unclassified road to
Rosenannon
ST BREOCK CLICK
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Shires Family Adventure Park
here are loads of thing for the children to
do- zip wires, climbing frames, monkey bars,
slides. There is an indoor play area with a
vertical slide- great fun, and ball pools.
There are pretend horses to climb on, which
the children loved. There is a cafe and loads
more. The whole family will have a really
enjoyable time
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Wadebridge Cornwall PL27 7AL
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Tel:
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Trevanion Culver House
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Trevanion Housing Estate
Wadebridge
Cornwall
PL27 7JY
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Cornwall Tourist Guide
