2017 is going to be a fantastic year for music lovers in North Cornwall. Did you know world-famous acts will be taking to local stages over the next few months? From Van Morrison to Rag’n’Bone Man, Lulu to Clean Bandit – there will be something for everyone! There are also some wonderful small-scale festivals for […]
If you’re lucky enough to be in North Cornwall this May Bank holiday (and not at work!) then you have some great options within reach. Whether you want to let down your hair and dance through the streets, or quietly investigate ancient books, there is something for everyone in our 9 Great May Day events […]
It wasn’t so long ago that the only place in the country (or even the world) where you could buy clotted cream was the West Country. These days of course, companies are shipping the beautiful stuff to supermarkets nationwide. However, if you’re ever in short supply, did you realise you can make it at home? […]
England is renowned for its quirky and quaint place-names, but Cornwall, with its extra language, has some real oddities. In this blog post, we explore the origins of some of North Cornwall and Devon’s place-names. If there’s a particular name that you can’t fathom, let us know on social media and we’ll do some digging […]
Many of our guests visit us for the excellent walking opportunities. From rugged clifftops to open moorland, winding rivers to fishing villages, there are some great hikes to be had. For those that are feeling even more adventurous, the area also has some more serious adventures on offer. This week, we’re featuring the 5 highest […]
Cornwall and Devon have been beautiful places to live for centuries, which might explain why we have so many fascinating historic buildings. In this blog post, we’ve chosen 8 of our favourite historic attractions (not including stand-alone museums) within reach of the North Cornwall and Devon area, from castles to Post Offices! Did we miss […]
Here in the rural upper reaches of the Tamar Valley we are very proud of our distinctive wildlife. Last year we were pleased to be part of an initiative from the Devon Greater Horseshoe Bat project through which we borrowed a bat detector. The results were more than a little surprising! The bat detecting devices […]
To celebrate the forthcoming Oscars, we have collected 6 great films that have made the most of the Westcountry, listed roughly in order of critical reception. There are hundreds of other films that feature the area in a few scenes, but here are those that go that bit further. Have we missed your favourite? Let […]
Love is in the air! With its stunning coastline, moors and ancient forests, North Cornwall is a great place to woo your significant other. To celebrate Valentine’s day, in this post we’ve collected 5 of our favourite romantic spots in the area for you to enjoy. (Don’t worry – they also make great attractions for […]
February is a great time to visit the Tamar Valley. Not only are you treated to early Spring flowers, but you can enjoy the wonderful selection of half-term activities laid on by local attractions. Most venues are holding some sort of special events, but here are a handful of dates that look particularly fun. Have […]