To many Cornish folk, fairings are as much a part of the local food heritage as pasties and clotted cream. In this blog post, we share our tried and tested recipe for these delicious Cornish biscuits. To many Cornish folk, fairings are as much a part of the local food heritage as pasties and clotted […]
Locally, it’s not hard to find somewhere that can serve you a tasty cream tea or a cup of decent coffee – but are there places where you can enjoy a view of Cornwall at the same time? You bet! In this blog post, we’ve collected 5 great cafés where you are also treated to […]
As the buzz of the festive period wears off, we have the chance to plan the year ahead. There is plenty to look forward to this year, so we’ve collected a few dates worth putting in your diary. If we’re missed a great event, let us know in the comments below! Have a great year! […]
If you fancy feeling festive then North Cornwall and Devon have plenty to offer you! Carols and concerts, steam trains and shopping, magic and Morris dancing, and even a barbecue! What will you be getting up to? Let us know in the comments if we’ve missed a great event! Padstow Christmas Festival, CornwallThurs 7 Dec – […]
One of our favourite parts of the festive season is watching the local towns decorate their streets and get into the Christmas spirit. To kick off your yule, why not head to one of the events that celebrate the switching on of Christmas lights? Here are 10 such events in North Cornwall and Devon for […]
It’s here again, and even earlier this year! October half-term in the North Cornwall / Devon offers a wonderfully diverse mix of entertainment. Alongside the usual Halloween activities, you will also find everything from classical concerts to supersonic cars, bobbing apples to swimming dogs! There’s scary, silly, soggy and sozzled! If we’ve missed an event, let […]
It’s no coincidence that some of the nation’s top restaurants have emerged in Cornwall, and recently Nathan Outlaw’s restaurant in Port Isaac was named by the Michelin Guide as the best in the UK. With such amazing local produce on offer to chefs, it’s hardly surprising. At Tamar Valley Cottages we’re a big fan of […]
The nights are getting longer and the kids are back at school with the summer holidays feeling like a distant memory. Don’t worry – this autumn, the region is cooking up a fantastic array of events to look forward to within reach of North Cornwall. With Halloween and Bonfire Night, there will be many seasonal […]
As a region known for its rural economy, you’d expect the South-West to offer some great farmers’ markets. You wouldn’t be wrong. In the North Cornwall and Devon area, we’ve pulled out eight that are worth a look for anyone seeking out great local produce and handmade gifts. If we’ve missed your favourite, let us […]
Local visitor attractions always put on their own events for the school holidays, but May half-term promises to be fantastic this year, with over a dozen events due to take place in the region. Two food festivals, two steam rallies, choir concerts, flowers and fayres – there’ll be something for everyone! If we’ve missed something, […]