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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| Around the Valley Tours |
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Guided Tours |
Walks, talks and boat train and coach trips can be organised for individuals, small parties, wedding guests and special interest groups up and down the valley, from Plymouth to Bude via Launceston and of course further afield. The ... more |
| Tavistock Town Council |
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History & Heritage |
Tavistock Town Council is responsible for the museums and gardens of Tavistock and for the pannier market. The Town Hall can be hired for functions and for weddings. |
| The Horn of Plenty Hotel |
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Hotels |
The Horn of Plenty sits in 5 acres of English country gardens, overlooking the spectacular Tamar Valley. Expect superb food, elegant surroundings, stunning views and warm, friendly staff. Located close to Tavistock, Dartmoor,... more |
| The Forgotten Garden of Lewtrenchard |
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Houses & Gardens |
A Woodland Delight Nestling serenely in the secluded Lew valley, in the heart of the Devon countryside, is a small wooded area known as the Forgotten Garden of Lewtrenchard. It is not a formal garden, but... more |
| 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 |
| Port Eliot Estate |
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Houses & Gardens |
The house dates back to the 5th century and further spectacular additions, such as the mural in the Round Room by Robert Lenkiewicz and the maze in the gardens, are more recent. The grounds were landscaped in the 1790s by Humphrey Repton whilst... 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| The Doc Martin Experience |
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Guided Tours |
From the quaint fishing village of Port Isaac to the wild and rugged landscape of Bodmin Moor, an individually designed one day tour that promises to give you a Doc Martin experience you will never forget. Doc Martin Tours is a subsidiary... more |
| Lawrence House Museum |
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History & Heritage |
Delightful local museum, situated in a fine Georgian house, contains themed rooms on 3 floors & a wonderful garden with fine views, ideal for picnics on fine days. Rooms feature local history, Launceston at war, a scale model of the... 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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| 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 |
| Cotehele (National Trust) |
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Houses & Gardens |
Cotehele is a National Trust-owned Tudor house with extensive garden, orchards, estate, quay and working water mill. Look out for family activities and other events. The garden and estate walks are open daily throughout the year. Dogs are... 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 |
| 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 |
| Countryman Cider | Food & Drink |
Traditional cider maker located in 15th century stables. You are welcome to tour our orchard, mill and press barn and taste samples in our shop. We also sell country wines, brandy, apple juice, cider vinegar and mead. Pottery jars on sale. ... more |
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| 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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| Morwellham Quay |
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History & Heritage |
A fun day out for all ages, with lots to see and do: ... more |
