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Places to stay in Dorset, Devon and Cornwall:
A welcoming, family run Hotel & Golf Resort, the Whitsand Bay offers you the perfect setting to enjoy golf, leisure, fine dinning and a retreat to which you can escape from the stresses and strains of everyday life.
www.whitsandbayhotel.co...
.uk/wbhwelcome.htm
One of the most attractive and interesting Devon Hotels dating from the 16th Century, this charming Grade II Listed Building is brimming with period features and traditional character.Lifton Hall offers quality accommodation, friendly service and a peaceful stay.
www.liftonhall.co.uk/
In or out of season you can be assured of a warm welcome and a memorably enjoyable stay at the Porthminster Hotel.
For over 100 years we have been serving the needs of our guests and we look forward to being of service to you and your family.
www.porthminster-hotel....
co.uk/
Elegant, yet relaxed, The Old Rectory Hotel is a very special place to stay. We provide friendly yet unobtrusive service, creating the warmth of a country family home.
www.oldrectoryhotel.co....
uk/
Wherever you look at Highbullen the beauty of the wild moorlands beckons. The softer landscape of Exmoor, a few miles to the north, is counterbalanced by wilder and more rugged Dartmoor to the south.
www.highbullen.co.uk/
A friendly atmosphere in the style of a small Country House. The unique position of the house with its outstanding views, goes a long way to creating the peaceful atmosphere guests enjoy.
www.lulworthcove.co.uk/...
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For a holiday near the only World Heritage natural site in this country, but in the idyllic peace of hidden hills and valleys, enjoy a warm welcome at Gray's Farmhouse.
www.farmhousebnb.co.uk/
Situated less than 100 yards from Charmouth beach amidst the beautiful rolling hills of Dorset, we offer very comfortable accommodation.
www.swansmead.co.uk/
Broadway House is a family run guest house and restaurant with a warm and friendly environment. We provide high quality bed and breakfast accommodation in the historic town of Topsham, Near Exeter.
www.broadwayhouse.com/
Lufflands Bed and Breakfast is a 17th century former farmhouse with a Victorian extension, set in the beautifully secluded hamlet of Yettington.
www.lufflands.co.uk/
A stunning Castle Hotel - bed and breakfast with a priceless view over the Cornish coastline. A private beach with crystal clear sea and sand. Anyone who appreciates art, natural beauty and relaxation will love it.
www.camelotcastle.com/
Once a Duchy of Cornwall farmhouse, Hendra is now a country guest house offering bed and breakfast accommodation in Cornwall close to the Eden Project.
www.hendrafarm.com/
All of our cottages are in exclusive, quiet areas of Torquay. Our holiday cottages in Wellswood, Rosalia and Silvan Lodge, are in a conservation area and our detached holiday cottage, St Anns is in the heart of St Marychurch and Babbacombe.
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Clifton Place is a listed building (c.1401) within a conservation area, renovated The property is adjacent to the waterfront, on the level off the main Fore Street, near to all facilities in this popular boating resort. to present day standards.
www.salcombedevon.com/
Our modern Victorian styled terraced cottage is set in a quiet, pedestrianised, slightly elevated position.The coastal path is only 25 yards away, leading to Newtons Cove and the Nothe Gardens with views over Weymouth bay and Portland.
www.gardenerscottagewey...
mouth.co.uk/
Childhay offers the ideal base for a family holiday, enjoying picturesque views across open farmland with an abundant mixture of flora and fauna
around the organic fields.
www.childhaymanorcottag...
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Monks Cottage is a charming 400 year old property that was originally built as accommodation for monks from a nearby monastery. Monks Cottage is right in the heart of Crantock and within walking distance of the beach which has beautiful golden sands and fantastic views.
www.monkscottage.co.uk/
Tin Mine Cottage is set in the Tamar Valley, an area of outstanding natural beauty. This area is perfect for exploring the beautiful countryside of both Cornwall and Devon and is only two minutes walk from the River Tamar.
www.tinminecottage.co.u...
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Holiday breaks plus golf
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Our friendly, welcoming campsite is just a few minutes walk from the surf on Gwithian's wide sandy beach. And it's one of the top surfing beaches in Cornwall.
www.gwithianfarm.co.uk/
Devon Cliffs is situated in a very beautiful part of Devon with direct access to the beach at Sandy Bay. The site is situated immediately above a long sandy beach and is surrounded by stunning scenery.
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A family run park set in the beautiful Dorset countryside with breathtaking views of the internationally famous heritage coast. The site overlooks the sweeping Chesil Beach and the ever changing sea scape of Lyme Bay.
www.seabarnfarm.co.uk/
Places To Eat in Dorset, Devon and Cornwall:
The Bakehouse Restaurant in Penzance is one of a handful of Cornish restaurants leading Cornwall 's new renaissance in dining. Our menu combines the best aspects of modern British cuisine and seafood.
www.bakehouse-penzance....
co.uk/
If you like relaxed dining in an open, airy, stylish modern restaurant with a happy atmosphere, the Bay's for you.We open onto an outdoor deck with magnificent views across Mount's Bay, over the rooftops to Penzance Harbour, & serve plentiful imaginative modern European cuisine with fine attention to detail.
www.bay-penzance.co.uk/
Gurkaj Bar & Buffett Restaurant is an oriental restaurant in Weymouth, Dorset serving a wide and varied selection of food from all over the world to make your tastebuds tingle!
www.restaurantdorset.co...
.uk/
A charming harbourside restaurant located on the quay in centre of the popular seaside town of Weymouth in Dorset, famous for an impressive Georgian Esplanade and its sandy beach. An extensive menu available.
www.mallamsrestaurant.c...
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If you looking for fine dining at a restaurant in Devon with gourmet food and fine wines, you will love the Restaurant at Combe House. The Restaurant’s reputation for fine food and friendly, dedicated service is fast growing, making it a favourite with Devon locals and house guests alike.
www.thishotel.com/fooda...
ndwine.html
Like the historic town of Sidmouth itself, Neil's Restaurant is inextricably bound to the sea and the culinary delights it has to offer.
www.neilsrestaurant.co....
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The motto from day one was "very good food and wine at very reasonable prices", Dave and Mary hope their long suffering customers agree and judging by the return trade it seems they do!
www.tawnyswinebar.co.uk...
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The Café Bar stays open all day and you can eat inside or on the terrace outside. The food is excellent and the crowd is interesting. There is great choice of wine and you can even stay the night as well.
www.corkers.co.uk/bar.h...
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Our lively Salsa Bar offers a varied range of draught and bottled beer. The bar being home of the largest Cocktail Directory in Newquay you'll certainly be spoilt for choice, with daily promotions and drinks to suit every taste - we bring the Mexican experience to you! - Viva Mexico!!
www.mexican-cantina.co....
uk/
Blue is a bar/brasserie situated by the dunes on the edge of Porthtowan Beach offering a beautiful view of the sea and the surrounding cliffs. It opened in May 1999 and has a very popular and interesing menu and many drinks in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. There is live music playing every Friday and Saturday night.
www.blue-bar.co.uk/
You are invited to join Alison and Adonis at the Beach Café to enjoy the sea view and while away the day over an ouzo and a Greek meze.The Beach Café is set right down on the water front in the beautiful natural cove at West Lulworth.
www.beachcafelulworth.c...
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The Seafood Cafe offers a new concept in dining.Each day, we have a selection of fresh local fish & shellfish, prime Cornish meats & free range poultry.You simply make your choice from our refridgerated display cabinets.
www.seafoodcafe.co.uk/
The old armory store provides a perfect space which has been elegantly fitted out in stainless steel and blue design giving it a very modern retro feel. The live music is 7-nights a week. The extensive bar is well stocked and equipped.
www.barbicanjazzcafe.co...
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In one of the most breathtaking settings in North Devon the café on the beach is the perfect place to relax after a hard surf or to enjoy a bite to eat with the family.
www.beachcombercafe.co....
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This Thatched 500-year-old former Cider House is set in the heart of a beautiful Devon village on the outskirts of Exeter. Offering everything one would expect from a first rate freehouse.
www.diggersrest.co.uk/
A meal at finn's means enjoying the very best in the simplest form, so come down to Cornwall in your wellies or your waistcoat; eat, drink, sit back and relax!
www.finnscafe.co.uk/
What To Do in Dorset, Devon and Cornwall, Places To Visit in Dorset, Devon and Cornwall:
The Plymouth City Museum & Art Gallery is the heart of the museum service. It houses a wide variety of collections covering the fine and decorative arts, natural history and human history.
www.plymouthmuseum.gov....
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Welcome to the Dorset County Museum, where the story of Dorset's rich landscape unfolds in a range of fascinating displays. The Museum was founded in 1846 to help protect and record the county's unique historical and natural environment.
www.dorsetcountymuseum....
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The Royal Cornwall Museum is located in the heart of the beautiful city of Truro. It is owned and managed by the Royal Institution of Cornwall which was created to provide lectures, facilities for study and a museum. Today, the Institution still offers a varied and exciting programme for both children and adults.
www.royalcornwallmuseum...
.org.uk/
Housed in an award winning building on the Falmouth harbour-side, the National Maritime Museum Cornwall transports you into the world of small boats and Cornish maritime history.
www.nmmc.co.uk/
Where the peace and tranquility of the Cornish countryside combine with the exotic world of wild animals. There's a warm welcome at Animal Land for everyone who enjoys and appreciates animals and the countryside.
www.porfellanimalland.c...
o.uk/
Arne is the place to see heathland wildlife including Dartford warblers and nightjars. There are also 22 species of dragonflies. The reserve overlooks Poole Harbour where, in winter, you can watch large numbers of wading birds ducks and geese including black-tailed godwits, brent geese and red-breasted mergansers.
www.rspb.org.uk/reserve...
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The Devon Wildlife Trust cares for some 40 nature reserves around the county, totalling more than 1,300 hectares (3,300 acres) in all.
www.devonwildlifetrust....
org/index.php?section=p...
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The Trust is keen for people to visit these reserves provided the wildlife value of the sites can be protected. The Trust offers free access to all of its nature reserves - currently over 50 sites throughout the county.
www.cornwallwildlife.or...
g.uk/reserves/reserves....
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Established nearly 30 years ago as the Cornwall Aircraft Park the Flambards Experience is one of the most popular days out in Cornwall. Not only does the Theme Park host the best thrill rides in Cornwall, but also the Flambards Victorian Village and Britain in the Blitz indoor attractions.
www.flambards.co.uk/
We have developed and extended our attractions over the years and, as The Milky Way has grown, so too - far and wide - has our reputation. We take pride in our friendly service, bringing us the recognition of being one of South west englands best days out.
www.themilkyway.co.uk/
Dare to ride the Tidal Wave, Devon’s highest, fastest and scariest log flume! Brave the Loco Coaster for crazy spins and race the Techno Karts. Swing, climb, slide and drop through great adventures in the huge indoor playzones – with FOUR demon drop slides in the Adventure Zone, TreeTops Playground and Magical Kingdom!
www.crealy.co.uk/devon_...
pages/devon_theme_park....
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Voted Dorset's top family visitor attraction in 2003 by the Good Britain Guide and Best Children's Attraction in 2004 by Bournecoast Holidays. The Alice in Wonderland Family Fun Park is a firm family favourite, packed with themed rides and entertainment.
www.aliceinwonderlandpa...
rk.co.uk/
Set amongst the woodland of Dorset lays 65 acres of sanctuary for over 150 primates. Monkey World was set up in 1987 by Jim and Alison Cronin to provide abused Spanish beach chimps with a permanent, stable home. Today Monkey World works in conjunction with foreign governments from all over the world to stop the illegal smuggling of apes out of Africa and Asia.
www.monkeyworld.co.uk/m...
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Victorian country house with richly decorated interiors and fine garden.
An atmospheric insight into the grand country house life which revolved around the Heathcoat-Amory family. The celebrated garden features a water lily pool and topiary, specimen trees, rare shrubs and delightful seasonal colours.
www.nationaltrust.org.u...
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Walk down into Eden and travel the world in a day; from the rainforests to the warm Mediterranean. The whole site is open to visitors: Plants, interpretation, art, sculpture, performance art, restaurants and much more.
www.edenproject.com/
The Deep Sea Adventure is a fascinating family attraction telling the story of underwater exploration and marine exploits from the 17th Century through to the most modem techniques in use today, including the story of the Titanic Disaster.
www.deepsea-adventure.c...
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Shopping in Dorset, Devon and Cornwall:
The shop features new work by contemporary designers and makers, many from Dorset and the surrounding counties. A wide range is available including, ceramics, wood, textiles, jewellery, glass and metalwork. There is also a display of specially selected cards.
www.walfordmillcrafts.c...
o.uk/
The Devon Guild of Craftsmen is the South West's leading gallery and craft showrooms with work selected from around 240 makers, many with national and international reputations.
www.crafts.org.uk/
We have a passion for wood and hope we can share that feeling through the things we sell in our shop. We also like to provide a very good service to our customers and if we cannot help them we hopefully will know someone who can!!
www.dukeswood.net/about...
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The Museum's Shop stocks a wide range of exciting gifts and books reflecting the Museum galleries and their displays. Gifts to suit all interests and age groups.
www.torquaymuseum.org/o...
ther/shop.html
In our Dorset Shop you will find all our biscuits as well as many other West Country products. In the last few years we have become renowned for our beautifully designed gift tins.
www.moores-biscuits.co....
uk/
Three generations of antique dealers. Antique period furniture, Sculpture & design, (Bronze, Metalware, Brass,
Woodcarvings, Marble,
Glass & Pottery).
www.alisongosling-antiq...
ues.co.uk/index.htm
Other Useful Services in Dorset, Devon and Cornwall:
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