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This village of scattered cottages is close to a wooded inlet from the waters of the Carrick Roads and is perhaps most famous for its church and graveyard, the latter regarded by many as the most beautiful on earth. The vegetation in this sheltered spot is virtually tropical. Fuchsias, hydrangeas, lilies and many exotic shrubs abound. There is a tea room in season but most will want to travel the two miles to St Mawes for the wider choice there.
Lovely, incomparable St Mawes, faces south across the quiet waters of the Carrick Roads to the two great headlands that flank the entrance to Falmouth Harbour, two miles across the bay. For much of the year St Mawes has an almost Continental atmosphere and climate. The small harbour and the Carrick Roads are a mass of colour from the sails of the many tiny yachts and dinghies that frequent these waters. Although quite a small village, there is a sufficient range of shops for every day needs and Falmouth , 20 minutes by foot ferry, provides an even wider choice. For those who like wider stretches of beach, the golden sands of Porthbean and Pendower are under five miles by road and there are many quiet, small coves to explore.
Situated in the enchanting Parish of St Clement, 1.5 miles from Truro, Malpas enjoys superb views across the confluence of the rivers Truro and Tresillian. A drive along the riverside through lanes shaded by leafy green trees leads unexpectedly to a few cottages set beside quiet waters. The village has the usual post office and Inn. For the beach going family, the coves and bays of the Roseland Peninsula are a drive of less than 30 minutes. Towards Falmouth, Loe beach on the Carrick Roads is 6.5 miles.
A most pleasant County town by any standards at the tidal reach of the lovely Truro river. A few small coastal and river boats still use the old quays and some offer splendid excursion trips down the river to the Carrick Roads, Falmouth and St Mawes. This is a Cathedral City with some lovely buildings and a deal of charm. There is a wide choice of golden sandy beaches from the rollers and white surf of the north coast around Perranporth (8 miles) to the quieter coves and bays of the Roseland (9 miles via the King Harry Ferry).
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Hall for Cornwall is the largest theatre in Cornwall offering a mix of live theatre shows from musicals, children's shows, gigs, drama, plays and music shows.
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Local cinema in Truro.
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Main pool, teaching pool, fitness suite, 6 court multi-use sports hall.
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A fantastic venue for family entertainment, in the heart of Truro City centre.
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Healey's Cyder Farm is a great day out for all the family, take a tractor ride through the orchards, pet the ponies, take a tour through the press, distilleries, underground cellars and jam kitchen and have a taste of course! Relax in the Mowhay restaurant and enjoy a cream tea or Cyderman's lunch before stocking up on your favourite cyder and other local produce in the Farm shop.
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One of the fastest growing sports in the UK, quad biking offers adrenalin rushing entertainment for all the family to enjoy. Lessons from qualified instructors or super fast speeds around one of the country's largest circuits, it is guaranteed to be an experience to remember.
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The Home of Good Food, Good Beer, Good Wine, Good Service, Good Value and Great Atmosphere
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Come and enjoy a quintessentially British approach to oyster consumption in our elegant venue in the stunning grade II listed Castle Lodge building on Castle Street, Truro, with its romantic setting overlooking Truro River. The unpretentious surroundings are matched by an easy-drinking wine list, wonderful local seafood and much more.
Whilst the focus is on local Cornish shellfish, there are other seafood options; fresh fish is landed daily and there are salads and vegetarian alternatives as well as the more traditional Cornish cream teas. -
Our dishes come from many Asian and Pacific rim countries: Thailand, Malaysia, Japan, Singapore, Indonesia, China, Vietnam and Laos. Chantek‘s chefs are all from South East Asia.
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Saffron has an eclectic menu style and the passion with which it is produced has meant Saffron has become one of Truro’s most popular restaurants. Menus are changed weekly in accordance with availability of fresh ingredients and the seasons. Although this makes menu writing challenging, it is worthwhile as it enables Nik to capture the true flavours of his ingredients. All food is produced on the premises including the bread, which is baked daily and the biscuits served with the morning coffee.
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A relaxed, friendly atmosphere ideal for an afternoon coffee or evening drinks before going to the theatre or having dinner.
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In the heart of the City and now newly opened in Falmouth, Indaba provides first class fresh local fish and seafood in beautiful surroundings, ideal for a pre-theatre meal or a romantic evening out over oysters and champagne.
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Established in 1997 and situated in the heart of Truro, this stylish but traditional Indian restaurant offers first class food and service, whether you want to eat in or take out.
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ONCE VISITED, IMPOSSIBLE TO FORGET. An historic private estate internationally renowned for its collection of magnolias and camellias also boasting 24 'Champion Trees', woodland walks, 18th century estate house, Tea Shop and highly prized plants from the on-site nursery.
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Founded in 1818 for 'the promotion of knowledge in natural history, ethnology and fine art and industrial arts, especially in relation to Cornwall'.
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St Mawes Castle is among the best-preserved of Henry VIII's coastal artillery fortresses, and the most elaborately decorated of them all. One of the chain of forts built between 1539 and 1545 to counter an invasion threat from Catholic France and Spain, it guarded the important anchorage of Carrick Roads, sharing the task with Pendennis Castle on the other side of the Fal estuary.
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Soaring above the surrounding rooftops, Truro Cathedral is located at the heart of this thriving Georgian city and wonderfully situated in the middle of the Royal Duchy of Cornwall.
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This family run brewery offers a fine selection of ales, largers and ciders, all based on a figure of Cornish Folklore. Take a tour or drop in to stock up in the Skinner's Shop.
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One of the UKs leading contemporary galleries, in the heart of the City, exhibiting sculptures and paintings from well known artists.
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Producers of award winning ice cream for over twenty years, with farm animals in the car park during the summer months, including the shire horse and a variety of chickens. The tea rooms are ideal for a spot of lunch or a tasty cream tea and the shop stocks a multitude of locally made produce, whilst the viewing gallery will show you secrets of how their ice cream is made. Well worth a visit and of course a taste!
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You will find a range of local homegrown produce at the markets, everything from fresh fruit and veg, to homemade breads and treats can be found on the various stalls.
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Vagabond Chef takes the stress away from cooking by offering first class food cooked in the comfort of your own house or holiday home. Catering for dinner parties to BBQs, it is the perfect service to ensure you really relax on your holiday in the Duchy.
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Making fine, local cheese to a high standard since 1968, the Lynher Dairies is a must on your shopping list for their tasty Cornish Yarg, available in local and national retailers and deliverable to the door of your holiday retreat.
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Cornwall's only commercial goat herd, providing quality dairy products for all to enjoy.
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5 ways to be the best sort of visitor to Cornwall! CoaST - the Cornwall Sustainable Tourism Project - has been working for some time with tourism businesses in Cornwall to help make tourism as sustainable as possible - benefitting the environment, the economy and the people of Cornwall. And now we're working to help you - our visitors - to have a fantastic, low impact holiday that keeps Cornwall as beautiful and healthy as she is now!
