Category Archives: Launceston

5 Reasons to Visit the Tamar Valley

We feel hugely privileged to be located in the upper Tamar Valley as you can probably tell from our name.  It’s hard to imagine that the gentle river at the bottom of our hill is the same that is spanned by the Brunel bridge at Plymouth.  This remarkably unspoilt area is still completely new to […]

The Best Bistros and Gastro-Pubs in and around North Cornwall

Feeling peckish?  Fancy something something fancy but nothing too formal?  The area of North Cornwall and Devon is peppered with great options for eating out, from simple pub grub to first-class fine dining.  If you’re looking for a special meal out without the formality, here are fantastic 5 local bistros and gastro-pubs – booking ahead […]

What’s on near North Cornwall for Easter 2016

Easter is a fantastic time to be around North Cornwall.  Not only do you get the benefits of the stunning springtime scenery, but you can also make the most of the numerous Easter events due to take place.  We can’t possibly list them all, but here is a selection of our favourites.  If we’ve missed […]

What’s on around North Cornwall for February half-term 2016

If you’re lucky enough to be spending spring half-term in North Cornwall, there are plenty of events to keep your entertained – (If you’re still looking for a place to stay, two of our boutique cottages, Treneglos and Penhale, are still available).  From sheep to snowdrops, trains to choppers, read more to see our round-up […]

What’s on around North Cornwall in January 2016

After the hectic rush of Christmas, January is a great time to wind down and recover.  However, if you’ve made the most of the excellent low rates on cottages, you will still find plenty going on in the region to keep you busy.  Here are some of our top tips, from antique hunting to night-time […]