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What’s On Guide – Bude & Launceston – February half-term 2020

What an amazing array of activities this February half-term.  All the National Trust properties are offering fun-filled events, and there’s plenty of other highlights too – from battle reenactments, to blowing glass, to bird bingo!  Something for everyone.  Let us know if we’ve missed something. ​Live Lambing this February Half Term The Big SheepThe Big Sheep […]

6 Tips for your Post-Lockdown Holiday in Cornwall

It’s finally approaching – 4th of July!  We really can’t wait to welcome guests back to Tamar Valley Cottages.  Needless to say, you will notice a few changes.  In this post, we offer 6 tips for making the most of your first holiday post-lockdown. 1)  Look after your health and safety First and foremost, no […]

What’s On Guide – North Cornwall – Christmas & New Year 2019 – 2020

It’s Christmas!  As you can imagine, most tourist attractions (including National Trust properties) have events and celebrations lined up, but here are some extra events in and around North Cornwall for you to consider, in date order.  Have a wonderful time! Mulled Wine & Mince Pie TrainFriday 20th December, 20196:30pm to 8:30pmBodmin & Wenford RailwayPL31 […]

Seven Spectacular Fireworks Events in North Cornwall & Devon – 2019

If you’re in North Cornwall at the end of October, there are some wonderful bonfire and firework events – including silent events for four-legged friends and those of a nervous disposition.  Have we missed any great events?  Let us know in the comments below!​ Launceston Coronation Park- Fireworks DisplayFriday November 17:00pm Coronation Park, Launceston, Cornwall PL15 […]

What’s On Guide – October Half Term 2019

Hocus pocus and historic houses, bees and bric-a-brack – this October half-term has a variety of events lined up in North Cornwall to keep the whole family amused.  Have we missed something?  Let us know in the comments below! Halloween Hocus Pocus at The Milky WayThroughout half termThe Milky WayClovelly, DevonEX39 5RY This Halloween half […]

What’s On Guide – Summer 2019 – North Cornwall / Devon

With the Summer School holidays already on us, we thought we would gather a few highlights from the countless events in the area.  Most visitor attractions are holding their own events, and local libraries are also running different activities for children, but here are a few extra activities that could be worth a look! Horse […]

What’s On Guide – North Cornwall & Devon – May Half Term 2019

With the May School holidays fast approaching, we thought we would gather as many of the events in and around North Cornwall and Devon to help you plan your activities for the school holidays.  This year, there’s everything from funfairs to traction engines, dog shows to open gardens.  Have we missed out an event?  Let […]

A Brief Guide to Bude, North Cornwall

Since the Victorian era, Bude has been a popular destination for visitors from across the country.  These days, Bude offers an almost bewildering array of attractions to suit everyone.  We all have our favourites, and it would be impossible to list every option (although VisitBude does an excellent job on its website), but here are […]

Hamper Giveaway – Dog Photos at the Ready!

Have you stayed with us before, with your four-legged friend? If so, we hope you’ll be in a position to enter our new competition! Read more to find out how. As you all know, we’re dog mad here at Tamar Valley Cottages.  We love meeting all the dogs that bring their owners to stay with […]

What’s On Guide – October Half-term 2018

It’s October half-term already!  If you’re lucky enough to be spending the week in the North Cornwall area, there is a great selection of local events to keep you and your family amused.  Have we missed any?  Let us know in the comments below.  Have a great holiday! ​Halloween Hocus Pocus at The Milky Way […]