The Tamar Valley has a unique history. Come and explore our part of the Cornish Mining World Heritage Site. See where Sir Francis Drake prepared to meet the Spanish Armada. Wander the narrow alleys of Plymouth's Barbican, from where the Pilgrim fathers set sail to the New World in 1620. Discover the valley's famous stately homes.
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| Coombe Trenchard House & Gardens |
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Wedding Venues |
Only a small number of weddings and special occasion celebrations are held at Coombe Trenchard each year, so your day will be an individual experience designed especially for you. Sarah loves to help each couple's dream happen for them, and will... more |
| Andrew Thompson Heritage |
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Guided Tours |
Andrew Thompson is an archaeologist and historian who has spent his working life exploring, explaining and interpreting the history and heritage of South West England. He has over 25 years' experience teaching, lecturing and leading... more |
| J D Motorcycle Tours UK |
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Guided Tours |
Are you looking for an adventure on a motorcycle? There’s no better way to discover Devon & Cornwall than on a motorcycle? Why not book a Guided Motorcycle Tour with Joe & Di - husband and wife team who are trained and... more |
| Pentillie Castle and Estate |
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Bed & Breakfast |
Pentillie Castle is every bit as fabulous as its name suggests! It's a picture-perfect, fairytale kind of a place; a stylishly renovated 17th century castle that sits pretty in an idyllic setting on the banks of the River Tamar. It's... more |
| Cornish Welcome Tours | Guided Tours |
Cornish Welcome Tours aim to provide tours which cater for whatever interest you may have. These may include History and Historic Houses, Film location tours such as Poldark, Doc Martin or Rosamund Pilcher Tours, Antiques, Gardens, Art, Golf,... more |
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| Rosamund Pilcher Tours |
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Guided Tours |
The route our Rosamunde Pilcher tour takes can be adapted dependant on your accommodation pick up point. Alternatively why not let us take the hassle out of booking your accommodation and stay in a comfortable Bed and Breakfast near Launceston on... more |
| The Charles Causley Festival |
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Festivals |
2018’s annual Charles Causley Festival (the 9th one!) is on its way, with an attractive and varied programme offering something for everyone. It runs from the evening of Thursday 31 May until... more |
| Kit Hill Country Park |
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Active & Outdoors |
A wild rugged granite hill top famous for it fine views and fascinating history. Kit Hill is a 400 acre Country Park at the highest point in the Tamar Valley and forms a dominating feature to be seen for miles around. Stunning views over the... more |
| The Garden House |
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Houses & Gardens |
An enchanting, terraced walled garden set around romantic 16th century vicarage ruins. Quarry, cottage and South African gardens in naturalistic style giving glorious year-round colour. Rhododendrons, camellias, and spring bulbs, wisteria bridges... more |
| Endsleigh Gardens Nursery |
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Nurseries & Garden Centres |
Endsleigh Garden Nursery is set in an old walled garden in woods above the River Tamar. It was once part of the Duke of Bedford's estate at Endsleigh. We grow a wide range of grafted trees and are particularly proud of our extensive... more |
| Saltash Heritage Trail | History & Heritage |
Saltash Heritage Trail, including: Town Museum; Brunel's famous Royal Albert Bridge over the Tamar; Elliott's historic shop, and Mary Newman's Cottage (first wife of Sir Francis Drake). Pre-booked tours to include entry to museums. Please... more |
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| The Royal Oak Inn |
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Pubs |
For the best in good local food; For well kept local real ales; For a great atmosphere in a traditional local inn Plus occasional Guest Ales; And for many moor reasons . . .you must pay us a visit. ... more |
| Golf at China Fleet Country Club |
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Active & Outdoors |
With a par 72 parkland course, enjoy a challenging round of golf including holes with water hazards, tree lined fairways & 3 holes where out of bounds comes into play. Our 14th... more |
| Coombe Trenchard Gardens |
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Houses & Gardens |
Coombe Trenchard house and gardens was designed in 1906 by architect Walter Sarel, with terraces, garden buildings, paths and bridges. Still a work in progress, forgotten paths, woodland garden, water gardens and the pattern of long forgotten... more |
| The Horn of Plenty Restaurant |
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Restaurants |
The Horn of Plenty is a privately owned multi award winning Country House Hotel which sits proudly in 5 acres of English country gardens, overlooking the spectacular Tamar Valley. Expect superb food, elegant surroundings, stunning views... more |
| Launceston Castle - English Heritage |
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History & Heritage |
From the motte of this Norman castle, you'll enjoy the most fantastic views. Launceston was the former capital of Cornwall and the castle, commanding the town and surrounding countryside, controlled the main entry route into the county. Discover... more |
| The Shippen at Coombe Mill |
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Holiday Cottages & Self Catering |
WILDLIFE HAVEN WITH RIVER, CORNWALL: Private nature reserve, wildlife tours, woodland paths, free parking, walkers and cyclists welcome, romantic breaks. Regrettably no pets or children. The Shippen at Coombe Mill is a one bedroomed... more |
| Bere Ferrers Station Heritage Centre | History & Heritage |
Tamar Belle Heritage Centre, Bere Ferrers Station on the Tamar Valley Rail Line incorporates imaginatively converted vintage railway carriages. The Visitor Centre carriage provides interesting and informative pictorial displays outlining the... more |
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| Hotel Endsleigh Restaurant |
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Restaurants |
Hotel Endsleigh offers a range of dining opportunities, including breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner to residents and non-residents in elegant Regency surroundings, with breathtaking views of the garden and open countryside. We offer... more |
| China Fleet Weddings |
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Wedding Venues |
China Fleet Country Club is the perfect wedding venue in Cornwall for couples and their guests, nestled in Saltash on the Cornwall and Devon border the China Fleet Country Club is truly a hidden gem of the South... more |
| Cotehele boat trips |
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Active & Outdoors |
Board Shamrock's support boat the 'Nancy Belle' for a two-hour cruise up the Tamar to learn about the flora, fauna and history of the valley. £15. Times and dates vary accoring to the tide. Find details on... more |
| Morwellham Quay |
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History & Heritage |
A fun day out for all ages, with lots to see and do: ... more |
| Devon Yurt |
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Glamping |
Devon Yurt is one of the Uk’s leading luxury Glamping sites. It is set within 18 acres of beautiful organic farmland and gardens at Borough Farm, Kelly, with stunning views towards Dartmoor. The yurts are contempary in style and a mix of... more |
| Bella Vista Lodge |
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Holiday Cottages & Self Catering |
This comfortable lodge, providing spacious holiday accommodation, sleeps 6 in four bedrooms. There is a fully fitted kitchen/dining area, comfortable lounge with TV and DVD, bathroom and separate shower room and hot tub on the patio. The... more |
| Burrator Reservoir |
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Active & Outdoors |
Undisturbed Burrator is surrounded by mixed woodland which sharply contrasts with the open moor and rugged Dartmoor tors. The reservoir is popular with walkers, cyclists and horse riders due to its wealth of footpaths and bridleways. Many of the... more |
| Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park |
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Houses & Gardens |
Former home of the Earls of Mount Edgcumbe.
Miraculously the walls of his red stone Tudor House survived a direct hit by bombs in 1941 and it was restored by the Earl in 1958. Now beautifully furnished with family... more |
| Kite Vision |
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Business Services |
Kite Vision is a Video and Photography production company located on the border of Devon and Cornwall, specialising in Aerial technology. - Property |
| Just Be Coffee and Wine Lounge |
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Restaurants |
Just Be is a place where you can truly relax and enjoy the remarkable surroundings of the waterside at Saltash, whether you are choosing from the freshly prepared selection of food dishes, enjoying one of our great... more |
| Poldark Tours |
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Guided Tours |
Poldark Tours is a subsidiary of Cornish Welcome Tours, a family run business that specialises in tailor made tours of Devon and Cornwall. We are based in the beautiful town of Launceston on the Devon/Cornwall border. We are passionate about this... more |
| Launceston Town Hall and Guildhall |
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Wedding Venues |
Launceston Town Hall was built in 1887, and completely refurbished in 2010. The main hall is ideal for weddings, theatre productions, films, exhibitions, balls, dinners, dances, concerts, , fashion shows, private parties, fetes & fayres. ... more |
