We’ve just submitted our entry for this year’s Big Garden Birdwatch 2018, so now seems as good a time as any to share with you our surprising findings, along with a few thoughts about the wonderful bird-watching opportunities in the area. It’s definitely one of the joys of living somewhere so rural and unspoilt – […]
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! […]
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 […]
Autumn is a great time to explore Cornwall with your family, so here are 6 great reasons why you might want to consider spending your October half-term holiday with us at Tamar Valley Cottages. 1) Family Friendly We offer the perfect family getaway to you and your loved ones. We have over 2 acres of […]
Wow – what an amazing summer we have lined up for 2017! There is usually a great range of events throughout July and August but this year looks to be particularly promising. Carnivals, music festivals, concerts, model trains, cider, ice-cream, and agricultural shows galore – there really is something for everyone. What tickles your fancy? […]
The Easter holidays are nearly upon us, and as usual the area has come up trumps when it comes to springtime events. From circus antics to ancient antiques, concerts to craft days, and chocolate eggs galore, North Cornwall and Devon have something the whole family can enjoy. Have we missed your Easter event? Let us […]
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 […]
The Tamar Valley is a protected ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ for most of its course, and is an excellent spot for birdwatching. Even in its upper reaches in North Tamerton, we are treated to some beautiful feathered visitors. This year we are sharing our ‘Big Garden Bird Watch‘, as organised by the RSPB, as […]
It’s nearly that wonderful season again! Snowdrops are already cautiously poking their heads up, and even daffodils are beginning to ease open. Springtime is a truly special time of year for the South-West. We’ve collected a few fantastic spring garden experiences to celebrate the beautiful flora of Cornwall and Devon. If we’ve missed one, let […]
Well, the festive season is nearly at an end. Stave off the January blues by having a look to see what 2017 has in store for us, in and around North Cornwall. Some brilliant events are lined up! World Pasty Championships – Eden Project4th March 2017 A bit of a drive away, but these are […]