Local Attractions

Attractive coastal villages and towns

  • Clovelly
  • Bude
  • Boscastle
  • Tintagel
  • Port Isaac
  • Padstow

Explore miles of the spectacular National Trust coastal footpath

Local Attractions

Tamar Valley Cottages is within easy reach of some of the South West’s best attractions.

Dartmoor and Bodmin Moor for walking and trekking

Superb historic houses and gardens

Unique gardens

Settings for Famous Films, TV and Novels

  • Poldark
  • Doc Martin
  • Beyond Paradise
  • The Night Manager
  • War Horse
  • King Arthur

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Other Attractions

  • The Tarka and Camel cycle trails
  • Tamar Valley Otter and Donkey parks
  • Family entertainment including the Big Sheep and the Milky Way
  • Excellent indoor swimming and leisure facilities
  • Choice of first class golf courses
  • Wide range of watersports
  • Sea, lake and river fishing
  • Riding stables

A comprehensive guide to all the local attractions can be found in each cottage – complete with distances from Tamar Valley Cottages, recommendations, and further information.