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AltarnunLocated on the edge of Bodmin Moor, Altarnun lies in one of Cornwall’s prettiest valleys and is perfectly located for exploration of the north Cornish coast and Dartmoor. The wild beauty of Bodmin Moor is right on the doorstep, with plenty of excellent walking and panoramic views from the many rocky tors that fill the skyline. Classic granite architecture dominates the village itself, including the rectory which is featured in Daphne du Maurier’s novel ‘Jamaica Inn’, and a 15th century packhorse bridge spans the river that runs through the village. More »
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The Rising Sun
A 16th century inn a couple of miles from Altarnun on an unmarked lane heading towards Camelford on the North Coast. This is a great single-room pub with slate floors and an old oak bar worn smooth by years of resting elbows. Known locally for excellent food which is served in the bar or for the full blown lunch or dinner, there is a slightly more formal restaurant. A good selection of real ales, mouth watering food and a welcoming atmosphere whether you want a sandwich or a three course dinner.
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Brown Willy
Cornwall's highest summit (420m), affords views across the wild expanse of Bodmin Moor. On a good day, you can see across the county from Tintagel in the north to Fowey in the south. Drive north east of Camelford on the A39 Bude road, take the minor road to Tregoodwell and continue to the car park at the end of Roughtor Road. Bring a picnic or head to the infamous Jamaica Inn, now home to Daphne du Maurier memorabilia and a museum of smuggling.
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Trethorne Leisure
Great rainy day entertainment with a bowling alley and a huge indoor play-area that includes a rotating climbing wall and an assault course as well as a farm where children can bottle feed the lambs, hand milk the cows or take a pony ride.
www.trethorneleisure.com
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Virgin Balloon Flights - Launceston
Drifting over Cornwall's ancient capital town, you might see the distinctive Southgate arch, the Town Hall with its fine clock and quarterjacks and the town square, surrounded by narrrow streets lined with Georgian houses. Virgin Balloon Flight's Launceston launch site is a fabulous spot to catch a glimpse of ancient Cornish towns or the wilds of Dartmoor, depending on which direction the wind decides to carry you. Flanked by rugged Bodmin moor, the Atlantic coast and the river Tamar, Launceston has easy access to both the north and south coasts and the cities of Exeter, Plymouth and Truro.
www.virginballoonflights.co.uk/launceston.asp
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