Tintagel (half a mile) is a bustling village which claims a link to the
reign of King Arthur.
The fine ruined castle on Tintagel Head is run by National Heritage.
There is also an old Post Office, run by the National Trust.
Several pubs and a range of shops also operate.
Trebarwith Strand (1 mile by footpath, 2 miles by road) is a popular
surfing beach at low tide, with coast guards in attendance during summer months.
At high tide one can watch the waves crashing onto the rocks.
The Port William Inn overlooks the beach.
Port Isaac (12 miles) is a quaint coastal fishing village with narrow winding
streets and a small harbour.
Pentire Head and the Rumps (14 miles) is a headland owned by the National
Trust with a stimulating cliff-top walk.
Polzeath (15 miles) has a substantial surfing beach and associated facilities.
The Camel Trail (17 miles) is a safe bike ride along the former railway track
from the small town of Wadebridge.
One can travel either down to the seaside town of Padstow, or up to Bodmin.
Bikes can be hired at either end of this journey.
Padstow (25 miles) has an attractive harbour and associated eating places.
Bodmin (20 miles) is a small town with an old jail and a historical court drama. A steam railway runs from Bodmin station. This has a regular 'murder mystery' journey.
Bodmin Moor (5 miles) can be reached via a side road out of Camelford.
There is a gently sloping path up Roughtor and longer walks where required.
Boscastle (3 miles) is an interesting coastal village and harbour,
with a wide range of small shops.
Consider taking a bus to Boscastle and walking back along the cliffs.
Crackington Haven (10 miles) is a small coastal village amidst impressive cliffs.
Bude (17 miles) is a coastal town with facilities including boat trips on the canal.
The Eden Project (30 miles) is a major Cornish tourist attraction.
It includes massive domes containing a wide range of tropical and sub-tropical vegetation.
Morwellham Quay (35 miles) is a 'living museum', at a site on the river Tamar
which in the 1870s was the world's leading exporter of copper.
An underground mine trip and dressing up in Victorian clothes are just two of many activities provided.
Lilac Cottage: David and Marion Burnell 0118-9472412 Copyright Mar 4th 2008
