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| The Eden Project near St Austell and also Heligan
Gardens near Mevagissey are within easy reach. Lovely historic houses
and gardens including National Trust properties such as Cotehele are
close by. |
| There are 5 golf courses in the vicinity, the
most famous being St Mellion. There is also a selection of leisure
centres for swimming and indoor activities and farmers markets where
fresh farm produce and local crafts are on offer. |
| We have an extensive library of guide books
and information for you to browse through at your leisure. |
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| Cadson makes an excellent base for exploring by
car and for those wishing to explore and participate there is a wealth
of amenities within reach of the Farm. Go north for the rugged coastline
along the Atlantic Highway, or south for the mellower fishing village
images. |
| Callington, three miles away, is a former market
town which prospered in the 19th Century due to a mining boom. Copper,
tin, lead, wolfram, manganese and silver all occur locally. |
| Half a mile to the north of Callington is Kit Hill
Country Park. At the summit (1,094ft) the view spreads in all directions.
Most noteworthy are the magnificent views of the Tamar Valley and
Plymouth Sound. See if you can locate Cadson Bury. |
| Callington is very much a residential town with a varied selection of takeaways, hopefully something to suit everyone's tastes. Visitors come to look at the murals which have become such a part of the town that there is now a 'murals trail' and a copy of this is kept in the accommodation. |
| The busier town of Liskeard still holds twice weekly
markets and is only ten minutes drive away. The leisure centre has
a swimming pool, fitness suite and offers squash, badminton and bowls.
Liskeard also has the second largest church in the county. |
| Close to Callington is the National Trust property
of Cotehele House. This is one of the least altered medieval large
houses in Cornwall and it contains tapestries, needlework, period
furniture and armour. The gardens and grounds provide miles of lovely
walks and encompass the old estate mill, forge and sawmills. |
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at the riverside quay where the old buildings have been turned into
tea rooms, an arts and crafts centre and museum. Cotehele has proved
a great favourite with our guests, especially to see the 'Shamrock',
a conserved barge of great interest. |
| Newquay provides a good beach for water sports
and, closer to us on the edge of Bodmin Moor, is Siblyback Lake for
sailing, windsurfing or canoeing. There is also a four-mile walk round
this reservoir. For the golfing enthusiast, St Mellion is ten minutes
drive away and is famous for its Jack Nicklaus course, 'the ultimate
challenge', and five other courses within easy reach. Hire a bike
in Liskeard where meandering lanes invite you to explore a landscape
of farmland hills, valleys and moorland. |
| Alternatively there are riding schools nearby where
you can go for a quiet trek or, for the more experienced, a hack out
on Bodmin Moor. Visit nearby Looe (25 minutes by car) and explore
its narrow streets and busy souvenir shops. Relax on Banjo Pier, a
favourite place for sea-watchers and boat enthusiasts as Looe is still
one of the busiest fishing ports in Cornwall. Looe has sandy beaches
which are always popular with children. Take a boat trip round Looe
Island and the bay or the ever popular boat trip to Polperro. For
the more adventurous there are shark fishing trips up to 60 miles
offshore. |
| If you have children, a great favourite is the
Looe Monkey Sanctuary which has a breeding colony of charming Amazon
Woolly monkeys. |
| There are 5 golf courses in the vicinity the most famous being St Mellion Golf & Country Club. Take advantage of our reduced daily rates for the swimming pools and indoor leisure facilities www.st-mellion.co.uk. |
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| South east Cornwall boasts may beautiful gardens locally, such as Cotehele, Lanhydrock, Catchfrench Manor, Ince Castle, Antony House, Boconnoc. Another favourite - Mount Edgecumbe House & Park - is one with marvelous coastal walks, not forgetting the smaller ones Ken Caro, Moyclare, Scawn Mill, and East Down Barn to name a few. |
| Do visit the Lost Gardens of Heligan, now the largest
garden restoration project in Europe - here you will need a day to
explore these magnificent gardens, lost for 70 years under a mountain
of ivy, brambles and fallen timber. We are only 30 minutes from The
Eden Project and fast track tickets are available at Cadson. |
| Try cycling on the famous Camel Trail or plan a
trip on a steam railway. Visit a working dairy and try Cornish Yarg
cheese. Hire a canoe for a thrilling journey down the Tamar and taste
farmhouse scrumpy and see how cider is made. For lovers of music,
theatre and dance it is all at the Open Air Theatre or the 'Hall for
Cornwall' at Truro. |
Other attractions:
• Carnglaze Caverns, near Liskeard - www.carnglaze.com
• Morwellham Quay, Tamar Valley
• Sterts Amphitheatre, Upton Cross - www.sterts.co.uk
- sterts@btinternet.com
• National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth - www.national-aquarium.co.uk
• Tamar Valley Donkey Park - www.donkeypark.com
• Homeleigh Garden Centre - www.homeleighgardencentre.co.uk
• Dobwalls Adventure Park - www.dobwalls.com
• Morwellham - www.morwellham-quay.co.uk
• Lower Tokenbury Equestrian Centre - www.lowertokenburyequestriancentre.co.uk
• The Monkey Sanctuary Trust - www.monkeysanctuary.org |
| So do come and enjoy a holiday in Cornwall. We
know you will love it. |
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| Cornish Mining World Heritage |
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In 2006 selected mining landscapes across Cornwall and west Devon
were inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, placing Cornish mining
heritage on a par with international treasures like Machu Pichu, the
Taj Mahal and the Great Wall of China.
Ten separate Areas make up the World Heritage Site, each has its own
character and opportunities for adventure. The largest World Heritage
Site in the UK, with over 20,000 hectares spread across Cornwall and
west Devon, it offers myriad experiences to explore our world-changing
mining culture.
The mining story is set against one of the most spectacular backdrops
imaginable – a strikingly beautiful coastline, rugged moors,
idyllic countryside, lush river valleys, and bustling towns and harbours.
To explore the stories of Cornish mining in the area, visit the mining
attractions or simply plan a day trip within one of the World Heritage
Site areas, please use the Cornish Mining World Heritage Site widget
within this website.
For more in depth information, including news & events, visit
the Cornish Mining World Heritage Site website www.cornishmining.org.uk
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Best of South East Cornwall |
| • Events guide - what's on in Cornwall - www.bestofsecornwall.co.uk |
| Eating out |
| Restaurants |
• AWARD WINNING Langmans Restaurant, Callington
- www.langmansrestaurant.co.uk
• Tapenades Liskeard - Tel: 01579 344844 / Address: 14 Dean St,
Liskeard, PL14 4AA
• Lynda’s Bistro Café/Restaurant - Tel: 01822 832880 / Address:
St Ann’s Chapel, Cornwall, PL18 9HS (on main A390)
• Cartwheels Restaurant - Tel: 01579 344960 & 01579 342246 /
Address: Penhawger Farm, Merrymeet, Liskeard, PL14 3LW |
| Pub Meals |
• Who'd Have Thought It Inn, St Dominick Nr
Callington
• Springer Spaniel, Treburley, Launceston. 01579 370424 - www.thespringerspaniel.org.uk
• Coach Makers Inn, Callington |
• You can sample and take home locally produced food and drink
at the Farmers Markets in Callington, Liskeard and Tavistock. Skilled
Artists and crafts people also provide a wide range of work for sale
there. |
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 Activities available for all the family. Make the most of your holiday in Cornwall.
Active-8 has found the very best activities in the local area and arranges them for you at the same price as direct booking. Enjoy a horse ride around the Cornish countryside, or a Glass-bottom boat cruise exploring the rugged coastline; how about a family canoe trip or an off-road experience in a Landrover. Book online from our site and you will not pay an administration fee. www.activecornwall.co.uk! |
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Tourist Attractions
Click here for details
of the major attractions in Cornwall including the
Eden Project.
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Gardens in Cornwall
www.gardensincornwall.co.uk
Spring gardens in West Cornwall, Summer gardens in East Cornwall,
along with the Eden Project here are 50+ gardens.
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Our local golf course
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Eating Out
Rick Stein
A selection of Rick Stein's
restaurants in Padstow. |
Cornish Hampers
www.purelycornish.co.uk
'Cornish hampers' from 'Purely Cornish' your first stop for Cornish
food hampers and corporate gifts from the 'Purely Cornish farm shop.
We have selected a range of Purely Cornish produce from all over
Cornwall. |
Dental Care
www.dentalcareplus.org.uk
The Dentalcare Plus Group has gained a reputation as a respected
dental service provider in the SW of England. |
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