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 Antony
House & Gardens Torpoint
Antony at Torpoint is
superb early 18th-century mansion set in parkland and fine gardens
landscaped by renowned Georgian garden designer, Humphrey Repton. Lots
of walks in the surrounding woods and the national collection of day
lilies.2010 will be a year
like no other for Antony: Director Tim Burton chose Antony to be a key
location for the new Disney adaptation of Alice in Wonderland, which was
released in cinemas on 5 March 2010. Since filming took place at Antony
in 2008, we've been inspired to create our own magical wonderland. The
house, garden and estate have been transformed so you can enjoy our tea
parties, walk through scenes from the dream-like stories of Alice, and
even meet our own Mad Hatters.
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 Mount
Edgcumbe House and Gardens
Mount Edgcumbe House and Gardens, famous for its National Camellia
Collection. The camellias appear from January onwards, making a welcome
sight at the start of the year. The house is open from March to
September each year and is the venue for a wide range of events and
activities
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 The
Monkey Sanctuary - Looe
The Sanctuary
is home to a colony of 14 woolly monkeys. They are 3rd and 4th
generation descendants of monkeys who were rescued in the 60's
and 70's after being captured in the wild and brought to England
as pets. Over the years the monkeys have gradually regained
their natural social skills and learnt how to raise their young,
communicate and organise their hierarchy, as they would have
done in the wild. See Also:
http://www.wildfutures.org/ |
 The
Eden Project
Just a
short drive west of the Rame Peninsula is Cornwalls' world-class
attraction The Eden Project. Constantly growing and featuring a
multitude of seasonal events and activities, The Eden Project is
a "must-see" when visiting Cornwall. In July and August the Eden
Sessions are a series of one-day live music festivals in the
spectacular setting of the Eden Project. The spectacular site
with its natural acoustics draw world-class artists to give
record performances that many regard as among their best. For
more details visit
www.edenproject.com/ |
 National
Marine Aquarium Plymouth
The
National Marine Aquarium was the first aquarium in the United
Kingdom to be set up solely for the purpose of education,
conservation and research. It remains one of Britain's foremost
aquarium with stunning exhibits and a reputation for excellence
in education. The Aquarium experience comprises a total of 50
live exhibits including three massive tanks, the largest of
which – Britain’s deepest tank – holds 2.5 million litres of
water. Over 4000 animals from 400 species are displayed in
realistic habitats from local shorelines to coral reefs. For
more details visit
www.national-aquarium.co.uk |
 Tamar
Cruising & The Cremyll Ferry
The River
Tamar, Dockyard & Warships Cruise departs regularly from the
historical Mayflower Steps on Plymouths famous Barbican. A one
hour Cruise passing the famous Plymouth Hoe, Seatons Tower,
Drakes Island, and Mount Edgcumbe Country Park, viewing the
Breakwater before continuing up the River Tamar, passing the
Warships and Submarines. With a full commentary given,
highlighting points of interest and updates on visiting Naval
Craft.
The Cremyll Ferry is a frequent daily passenger ferry linking
Plymouth and Rame Cornwall, [Admirals Hard, (Plymouth Devon) to
Mount Edgcumbe (Cremyll, Cornwall). The Cremyll Ferry has been
crossing the Tamar since 1204. For more details visit
www.tamarcruising.com |
 The
Lost Gardens of Heligan
Heligan, seat of the Tremayne family for more than 400 years, is
one of the most mysterious estates in England. At the end of the
nineteenth century its thousand acres were at their zenith, but
only a few years later bramble and ivy were already drawing a
green veil over this “Sleeping Beauty”. After decades of
neglect, the devastating hurricane of 1990 should have consigned
the Lost Gardens of Heligan to a footnote in history. Instead,
events conspired to bring us here and the romance of their decay
took a hold on our imaginations. For more details visit
www.heligan.com
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 Carnglaze
Caverns & The Rum Store
Carnglaze consists of three underground caverns set in 6.5 acres
of wooded hillside of the Loveny valley at St. Neot, near
Liskeard.
You will be taken on a guided tour, which will last for about 45
minutes, through the three caverns of cathedral proportions,
hand created by local slate miners. Within the complex is the
famous subterranean lake with it crystal clear blue/green water.
During the tour you will go about 150m into the hillside and 60m
below ground. Open all year, Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm
(August until 8pm). Closed on Sundays. For more details visit
www.carnglaze.com |
Cotehele House and
Gardens
Cotehele
St Dominick, near Saltash, Cornwall: A Tudor house with many
stories and legends, festooned with tapestries and adorned with
textiles, arms and armour, pewter, brass and old oak furniture;
a magical experience as little has changed over the years.
Outside, explore the formally planted terraces, or lose yourself
in the Valley Garden, which includes a medieval stewpond and
dovecote. Seek tranquillity in the Upper Garden or visit the two
orchards planted with local apples and cherries. Cotehele Quay
is the home of the restored Tamar sailing barge 'Shamrock' and
gateway to a wider estate. For more details visit
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-cotehele |
 Port
Eliot House and Gardens
The home
of the famous Port Eliot Festival in July each year, Port Eliot
will be open daily, except Fridays, from 1st March to 30th June
2010 from 2.00 pm until 6.00 pm with last admission to the House
at 5.00 pm. Also the Museum of Folklore at the Gate House of
Port Eliot opening for 2010 from 3rd April, same days as the
main house opening from 2.00pm to 5.30pm.
Features include Family portraits including those by Reynolds,
Hoppner and Ramsey; Robert Lenkiewicz’s masterpiece in the Round
Room; Grade I listed park improved by Humphrey Repton; Grade I
listed Medieval Priory remodeled by Sir John Soane; Spring
garden with bulbs, camellia, rhododendron and azalea; Estuary
views. For more details visit
www.porteliot.co.uk and
www.porteliotfestival.com/ |
 The
China Fleet Club - re-located from Hong Kong;-)
Unparalleled leisure and relaxation facilities, much respected
championship golf course and driving range, fantastic pool,
sauna, gyn health and beauty suite and hair salon. Day
memberships available. For more details visit
www.china-fleet.co.uk
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 St
Mellion
St
Mellion is a unique blend of contemporary style, exceptional
resort facilities and true golfing heritage. From an initial
vision in the early 1970’s, a small 9 hole golf course in
Cornwall, St Mellion has been transformed. Today there is a 21st
century four star hotel, an extensive range of meeting
facilities, bars and restaurants, surrounded by two exceptional
golf courses. A swimming pool complex, gym, spa and much more.
Located
just off the A388 on the Cornwall Devon Border, only 20 minutes
from Plymouth. For more details visit
www.st-mellion.co.uk |
Bake Fishing Lakes
15 acres of water in 7 lakes offering fishing for all and
natural history in abundance. We have a Kingfisher in residence
and rare dragonflies regularly recorded. Just off the A38 at
Trerulefoot. For more details visit
www.bakelakes.co.uk |
 Colliford
Lake Park
Situated
in the heart of Bodmin Moor, Clliford Lake Park is one of
Cornwall's forgotten jewels. With over 58 acres of woodland,
moorland, wetland and play facilities to explore, you're
guaranteed to have a fantastic day out. For more details visit
www.collifordlakepark.co.uk |
Whitsand Bay Hotel Golf
Club
Set between
Crafthole and the sea at Portwrinkle the course has dramatic
panoramic coastal views. The course was laid by Fernie of Troon
in 1905 and although Max Faulkner holds the course record of 62
set in 1947, it is designed for the holiday golfer as well as
the serious club golfer. Challenging holes mingle with
straightforward holes with dramatic views. A fabulous place to
learn, play and compete. Competitions for ladies, gents and
couples are held weekly. For more details visit
www.whitsandbayhotel.co.uk/wbhgolf.htm
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 Looe
Divers
Learn to
Dive! Now is the time to dive into the PADI Open Water Diver
course, the most popular dive programme in the world! This is
your ticket to a lifetime of intense adventure with PADI, the
dive company that sets the standards in the global diving
community. For more details visit
www.looedivers.com |
Kernow Mill
(The Edinburgh Woollen
Mill)
On the A38 at Trerulefoot, Nr
Saltash PL12 5BL
Opening and Closing Times vary throughout the year. Contact
store direct for specific times. Tel: 01752 851898 |
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