Towns & Villages
The nearest village to Cartole is the historic village of Pelynt with its links to Bishop Trelawny and ancient barrows and Iron Age settlements. The name is derived from the Cornish Plyw-Nynt meaning Parish of Saint Non and the village is mentioned in the 11th century Domesday Book. It is recorded as paying 40 times the…
Read MoreAn ancient fishing village with a long history of boat building, Polruan is situated on the Polperro Heritage Coast. This village in South Cornwall has a distinct charm about it with many old buildings along the quay. There is only one road in and out of Polruan, which suffuses the village with an olde-worlde charm.…
Read MoreBodmin, Cornwall is a historic town which was once the county town of Cornwall. Although it doesn’t lie on the main tourist trail, the town isn’t short of things to do. There are unique attractions, historic houses, and vast stretches of countryside to explore. Bodmin is quite centrally located, so it’s a great base to…
Read MoreCornwall’s one & only city, Truro thrived as a port and the prosperity of the late 18th & early 19th that continues to this day can be seen today in the elegant town houses that line the city’s streets. Find out more. Visit the finest historic houses and stately homes in Truro. The houses offer…
Read MoreFowey’s picturesque town centre has a variety of shops and eateries to enjoy, all set amongst the historic buildings of Fowey. There is a strong Celtic connection, maritime history and literary involvement with Daphne du Maurier, Rosamunde Pilcher and many more including the successful Poldark series. Explore the steep-sided tree lined valley of the Fowey…
Read MoreA picture postcard fishing village, with its picturesque harbour, narrow streets and jumble of cottages. Take a boat trip along the coast to give you a totally different perspective. There are a good selection of Pubs, many with live music, good food and a lively atmosphere. Polperro is one of those little gems, which gives…
Read MoreBeing Cornwall’s second largest fishing port means that there is always an abundance of freshly caught fish on the menus of the many quality restaurants in the town. Enjoy the sandy beach or wander the narrow streets. Take a boat trip to Looe Island or find out what lies beneath the ocean waves in the…
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