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What’s On Guide – October Half-Term 2017

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 […]

October Half-Term at Tamar Valley Cottages

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 […]

10 Great Autumn Events to Look Forward to in North Cornwall

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 […]

Best Events for Summer 2016 in North Cornwall & Devon

In case your children haven’t reminded you, the summer holidays are upon us!  There’s always a great selection of family friendly events taking place in the North Cornwall & Devon area, and 2016 is no exception.  Here is our schedule of the highlights – 21 great events to keep you and your family entertained!  If […]

What’s On Guide: North Cornwall & Devon, Summer 2017

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? […]

What’s On Guide – May Half-term 2017

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, […]

9 Great Events for May Day 2017 around North Cornwall

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 […]

What’s on near North Cornwall for Easter 2017

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 […]

What’s On Guide – February Half-term 2017

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 […]

Top Spring Gardens around North Cornwall and Devon

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 […]