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www.tavata.co.ukAll entrants in this leaflet are members of the Tamar Valley Tourism Association (TAVATA). To find out more about the association, or to join, please contact us.

Royal Albert Bridge photograph c.Richard Bickford. Graphic Words/May 2013

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Visit the TAVATA website for details of the best places to stay in the Tamar Valley.

Tel. 01579 370835e-mail: admin@tavata.co.uk

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An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

This leaflet has been supported by the Devon & Cornwall Rail Partnership - www.greatscenicrailways.com - the Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - www.tamarvalley.org.uk - and the Plymouth Waterfront Partnership - www.visitplymouth.co.uk

Saltash Heritage Trail - Saltash PL12 6JX T. 01752 844846 www.saltash.gov.uk Trail includes: Town Museum; Brunel's Royal

Albert Bridge; Elliott's historic shop, and Mary Newman's Cottage.

Pre-booked tours include entry to museums.

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Orchard Learning Studios Gunnislake,PL18 9JW T. 01822 832262 www.orchardlearningstudios.co.uk Daily courses and workshops in cookery, art & craft, needlecraft, textiles, creative writing, film, Family Fun and more - something for everyone!

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Paintball Polson - Polson nr. Launceston, PL15 9QR T. 01566 775543 www.paintballpolson.co.uk

Paintball and Airsoft game, established for over20 years. Adults and children. Can you survive

the fun? Booking essential.

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Pentillie Castle - St. Mellion PL12 6QD T. 01579 350044 www.pentillie.co.uk

Please watch our website for details of Garden Open days, Outdoor Theatre and other events.

Available for weddings and exclusive hire, as well as award winning bed & breakfast.

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Port Eliot - St. Germans PL12 5ND T. 01503 230211 www.porteliot.co.uk

Magical, tranquil and secluded gardens. Grade 1 listed park improved by Soane and Repton.

Open 11 Mar - 15 July 2013; closed Fridays and 7 - 9 June.

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Royal Albert Bridge - Saltash

www.royalalbertbridge.co.uk

Built in 1859 by the great engineer Brunel. Admire the unique structure from the walkway of the Tamar Road Bridge (free). Take a train trip from Saltash Station.

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Tamar Valley Donkey ParkSt. Ann's Chapel, PL18 9HW T. 01822 834072

Sanctuary, donkey www.donkeypark.com walking, playgrounds and indoor play barn. Complete animal experience and café. Open10.30am daily Easter-end Sept; Oct:T hurs-Sun. W eek- ends & all school holidays Nov - March , 10.30 - 4.30.

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St Leonards Equestrian Centre Polson, nr. Launceston, PL15 9QR T. 01566 775543

www.stleonardsequestrian.co.ukFriendly equestrian centre established over 30 years, approved by the British Horse Society. Riding lessons and hacking for adults and children.

Beginners to advanced.

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South West Lakes Trust - - nr Lifton, PL16 0JLRoadford Lake

T. 01566 771930 www.swlakestrust.org.ukSpectacular lake and country park, ideal for water and land-based activities. Visitor centre.

Lakeside café, gift shop, Jubilee sundial, footpaths, cycleway, rowing boats, watersports, angling.

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New Mills Farm Park nr Launceston, PL15 8SN T. 01566 777106 www.newmillsfarmpark.com

Based at New Mills, just outside Launceston, we have plenty to do for all the family. The only farm

park where you can come by car or steam train!

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Serious Outdoor Skills T. 01752 789351 www.seriousoutdoorskills.co.uk Professional Survival Bushcraft and Wilderness skills courses and events. This year we will be running courses on the National Trust’s Cotehele Estate.

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37 South West Lakes Trust - - Milton Combe, PL6 7BZ Lopwell Dam

T. 01566 771930 www.swlakestrust.org.uk

Local Nature Reserve alongside the River Tavy. Ideal for peaceful walks and birdwatching.

New visitor centre with café - call for opening times.

Plymouth Boat Trips - The Barbican,PL1 2NX. T. 01752 253153. www.plymouthboattrips.co.uk. We offer one-hour scenic Dockyard and Warship Cruises; Private Hire cruising for parties and other events, as well as a ferry service to historic Cawsand.

Tamar Valley Line Plymouth - GunnislakeT. 08457 484950 (times & fares) or 01752 584777 (for leisure guide) www.greatscenicrailways.com

One of England's most scenic railway branch lines. Trains run seven days a week, all year round.The journey time Plymouth - Gunnislake is 45 mins.

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Tamar Wildlife Torpoint, PL10 1AH T. 01752 829163

www.tamarwildlife.co.uk Tamar Wildlife aims to foster an interest in the

wildlife of the Tamar Valley and beyond, through river boat cruises; educational walks

and talks, and scientific study.

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35 Saltram (NT) - Plympton, PL7 1UH T. 01752 333500 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/saltramGeorgian mansion. Fine collections of paintings and ceramics. Garden with romantic follies. Landscaped park. Restaurant, shops, varied walks and year-round events. Open daily; house closed Fridays and Nov - Mar.

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West Country CreativeLifton, PL16 0AS T. 05602 770498 www.westcountrycreative.co.uk

(acrylics, oils,Art & craft workshops in painting pastels, watercolours), textiles; jewellery; silk painting & screen printing. Booking Essential.

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Trax & Trails - Stoke Climsland, nr. Callington, PL17 8LX

T. 01579 370718 www.traxandtrails.co.uk

4x4 off-road driving, clay pigeon shooting, archery. Please telephone for times for individual tuition and group bookings for special occasions.

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Weir Quay Boatyard Bere Alston, PL20 7BS. T 01822 840474. www.weir-quay.com

Traditional Boatyard offering temporary and permanent moorings and storage for all kinds of yachts and boats.

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Tree Surfers - Gulworthy

nr Tavistock, PL19 8JE T. 01822 833409 www.treesurfers.co.uk

Adventures for all the family. High ropes course, zip wires, archery, tree jump, bike hire and woodland walks. Café and parking.

Tavistock Pannier Market, Town Hall and the Meadows - Town Council,

PL19 0AU T. 01822 613529 www.tavistock.gov.uk

Nestled behind the attractive Town Hall, the historic Pannier Market is a shoppers’ paradise. Walks and childrens play area in the Meadows.

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The Barn Climbing Centre PL19 0QP T. 01822 870521 Milton Abbot,

www.barnclimbingwall.co.uk Indoor climbing centre. Caters for full range of

abilities. Families & groups welcome. Café. Taster sessions. Beginners courses. Open 7 days a week.

Buckland Abbey, Garden and Estate nr. Yelverton, PL20 6EY(NT) -

T. 01822 853607 www.nationaltrust.org.uk Former home of Cistercian monks and Sir Francis Drake. 700 years of history. Gardens, walks, shop,

restaurant, art gallery. Open daily Spring - Oct and winter limited opening.

Callington Mural Trail Callington, PL17 7BD T. 01579 384039

www.callington-tc.gov.uk Unique in Cornwall - a fascinating mixture of

colourful and interesting murals by both amateur and professional artists. Trail leaflet from Town Hall.

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Callington School of Art - Callington T. 01579 383491 www.callingtonartschool.com

Studio sessions and working on location in theTamar Valley, moors and coasts. Residential or non-residential 1,3 and 6 day courses in a variety of different media. Open all year.

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Canoe Tamar - River Tamar

T. 01822 833409 www.canoetamar.co.uk Guided Canadian Canoe trips from Cotehele

Quay. Experience the tranquillity of the valley from the river. All ages welcome. Please call for more information, times and to book.

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Launceston Castle (English Heritage)Launceston, PL15 7DR T. 01566 772365 www.english-heritage.org.uk/launcestonDiscover over 1000 years of history at this stunning castle with far reaching views over the town and countryside. For opening times and

prices visit our website.

Launceston Steam Railway Launceston, PL15 8DA T. 01566 775665

Steam trains throughwww.launcestonsr.co.uk the Kensey Valley, Launceston to Newmills.

& museum. Open 12-17 Café, shop, bookshop May; 26-31 May; Sun, Mon, Tues in June; 1 July - 27

Sept daily, except Saturdays; 27 Oct - 1 Nov.

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Hidden ValleyLaunceston, PL15 8SJ T. 01566 86463 www.hiddenvalleydiscoverypark.co.uk Extraordinary all weather visitor attraction: Forbidden Mansion, miniature railway, maze,

outdoor adventure, restaurant. Open Whitsun until Christmas 2013.

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- Lezant Lakeside Gallery nr. Launceston, PL15 9NW T. 01579 370760

www.lakeside-gallery.com Includes permanent Tolkien Collection - 70

commissioned artworks of The Lord of The Rings. Originals, limited editions, etchings,

books and cards for sale. Open daily, 10 - 5.

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Lawrence House Museum Launceston, PL15 8BA T. 01566 773277

www.lawrencehousemuseum.org.uk A museum of the history of Launceston, in a fine

18th century house. 12 display rooms. Open: end Mar - end Oct; Mon - Fri 10.30 to last admission at 4.

Other times by arrangement. Free - donations welcome.

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- PL19 8JL Morwellham Quay T. 01822 832766 www.morwellham-quay.co.uk

Victorian heritage village, quay, mine and farm, set in 150 acres adjacent to the River Tamar. Part of Cornwall and West Devon Mining World

Site. Heritage Open daily 10 - 5.

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Mount Edgcumbe House and - Cremyll, PL10 1HZ Country Park

T. 01752 822236 www.mountedgcumbe.gov.uk 18th Century Earl’s garden. Formal themed

.gardens. Grade I landscape House and Earl'sGarden open April - Sept, Sun - Thurs (admission charge), Country Park open daily, free of charge.

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Bere Ferrers Station Heritage - Bere Ferrers, PL20 7LT Centre

T. 07813 360066 www.tamarbelle.co.uk

Visitor Centre interpreting local social history themes, based in vintage railway carriages.

Open most days, but phone first for best hospitality!

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Around the Valley Tours T. 07768 165022 www.westcountrytours.webs.com

Fun and informative guided walks, talks and tours by boat, train, bus and coach around the

Tavy, Lynher valleys with a professionalTamar, All year. Groups and individuals. Times toguide.

suit - please enquire.

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Kit Hill Country Park nr. Callington, 0300 1234 222 PL17 8HW T.www.cornwall.gov.uk

Highest point in valley; stunning views, walks and archaeology. Open all year - free access.

Special events and guided walks during the year.

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China Fleet Country Club - Saltash PL12 6LJ T. 01752 854661 www.china-fleet.co.uk

With its enviable location and unmatched product offering, China Fleet is a special place which will leave you wanting to return, whether for business, pleasure or both.

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21 Cotehele House and Estate (NT) St. Dominick, PL12 6TA T. 01579 351346

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/cotehele Tudor house. Garden, quay, working water mill,

shop, art gallery, two restaurants. Garden and Estate open all year. House daily except Fri, March - Oct. Mill daily March - Oct. Limited winter opening.

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Cornish Welcome Tours PL15 9QR T. 01566 779195

www.cornishwelcometours.co.uk Personally escorted tours catering for all

interests such as history, antiques, golf andghosts.

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Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre nr. Lifton, PL16 0AT T. 01566 783425

www.fairground-heritage.org.uk Historic collection of the Fairground Heritage

Trust, incl. early 20th Century fairground rides. Open: Thurs - Mon 10 - 5, March - Nov and

every day during school summer holidays.

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The Garden House Buckland Monachorum, PL20 7LQ T. 01822 854769

www.thegardenhouse.org.uk Exquisite 8-acre gardens, picturesque tearooms and quality plant sales.

Open every day March - October, 10.30 - 5.

Coombe Trenchard Gardens Lewtrenchard, EX20 4PW T. 01566 783179

www.coombetrenchard.co.ukA beautiful Edwardian House and Garden, designed in the ‘Arts & Crafts’ period. Open week-

ends June and July, 11-5 or by appointment. Garden sculpture, teas, tours, group visits, events, weddings.

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1 Antony House and Garden (NT)Torpoint, PL11 2QA T. 01752 812191

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/antonyElegant Georgian country house with beautiful landscaped garden sweeping to the River Lynher. Gift shop, tea-room and events. Open 12 - 5pm, Apr-Oct, Tues, Wed, Thurs, plus Sun in Jun, Jul, Aug.

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Calstock Arts - Calstock, PL18 9QX

T. 01822 833183 www.calstockarts.orgThis century old former Methodist Chapel has been imaginatively converted into a wonderful performance venue, with a full programme of events throughout the year.

8 Gawton Gravity Hub (Woodland Riders) - nr Gulworthy, PL19 8JN www.gawtongravityhub.co.uk

The Hub has two sites in the Valley dedicated to Downhill Mountain Biking. Highly regarded

tracks. To buy a day pass or join, visit our website.

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17 Haye Farm on the River Saltash, PL12 6SJ T. 01579 351691

www.hayefarm.co.uk A working organic farm, home to a suckler herd, flock of sheep, vegetables, an apple orchard, and

We offer free guided walks,an orchestra of wildlife. 2 hours long, for groups of 6 or more.

Mount Batten Ferry Service The Barbican, Plymouth, PL9 9RE T. 07930 838614 www.mountbattenferry.com Offering a regular daily service between Mount Batten and the historic Barbican. Ideally suited for commuters, shoppers, day trips and visits to the Aquarium.

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