Heritage near Saltash
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Antony
A magnificent 18th Century mansion house with Georgian gardens. Director Tim Burton chose Antony House as a key location for the filming of Alice in Wonderland (released March 2010). Opening times are available on their Website.
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Devonport Naval Base
Get an insider's view of the ships and submarines at one of Europe's largest naval bases. You'll need to phone a week in advance to arrange a tour.
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Crownhill Fort
The Landmark Trust acquired this site in 1987 and have undertaken work to restore it to its late Victorian layout. The fort is one of ten in the area, built in the 1860's for defend Plymouth's naval base. The fort is open to the public on the last Friday of the month and further information regarding availabilty can be seen on their website.
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Pentillie Castle
Built in 1698 in a beautiful position overlooking the River Tamar and set in 50 acres of woodland garden. Following a feature on Country House Rescue on Channel 4, the property has been restored and modernised. Plan your visit carefully as tours are very limited and can be arranged via their Website.
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Prysten House
The second oldest building in Plymouth, built in 1498 and now home to the famous Plymouth Tapestry, which is 28 feet long.
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Saltram
Georgian splendour with grand gardens. Dress up in the costume room or explore the grounds where there is plenty of space for kite-flying, picnicking or just running around. Saltram featured as a film location in Sense and Sensibilty.
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The Barbican
Explore Plymouth's historic Barbican. Rich in maritime history, this is where the Mayflower set sail for the New World. Today it's bustling with pubs, bars and restaurants, boat trips and the National Marine Aquarium.
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The Elizabethan House
A rare, timber-framed Tudor sea captain's house. Open April to September.
Heritage near Saltash
'Saltash has an abundance of Heritage Sites, from standing stones to historic estates, we have 9 near Saltash. Reviewed by people who have been there.'
Antony
30 July 2012
A magnificent 18th Century mansion house with Georgian gardens. Director Tim Burton chose Antony House as a key location for the filming of Alice in Wonderland (released March 2010). Opening times are available on their Website.
Devonport Naval Base
15 June 2011
Get an insider's view of the ships and submarines at one of Europe's largest naval bases. You'll need to phone a week in advance to arrange a tour.
Crownhill Fort
The Landmark Trust acquired this site in 1987 and have undertaken work to restore it to its late Victorian layout. The fort is one of ten in the area, built in the 1860's for defend Plymouth's naval base. The fort is open to the public on the last Friday of the month and further information regarding availabilty can be seen on their website.
Pentillie Castle
Built in 1698 in a beautiful position overlooking the River Tamar and set in 50 acres of woodland garden. Following a feature on Country House Rescue on Channel 4, the property has been restored and modernised. Plan your visit carefully as tours are very limited and can be arranged via their Website.
Prysten House
The second oldest building in Plymouth, built in 1498 and now home to the famous Plymouth Tapestry, which is 28 feet long.
Saltram
Georgian splendour with grand gardens. Dress up in the costume room or explore the grounds where there is plenty of space for kite-flying, picnicking or just running around. Saltram featured as a film location in Sense and Sensibilty.
The Barbican
Explore Plymouth's historic Barbican. Rich in maritime history, this is where the Mayflower set sail for the New World. Today it's bustling with pubs, bars and restaurants, boat trips and the National Marine Aquarium.
The Elizabethan House
A rare, timber-framed Tudor sea captain's house. Open April to September.