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 Lived-in stately home |
5miles west of Plymouth via Torpoint car ferry Plymouth, Cornwall PL11 2QA United Kingdom +44 1752 81 2191 http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
Home of the Carew family for 600 years, Antony is a lived-in house, and this adds greatly to its ambience. It's a superb early 18th century house, faced in lustrous silver-grey stone, with mellow brick colonnaded wings. Inside is a wealth of fine furniture, paintings, tapestries and embroidery, and personal possessions of the Carews that link them through the centuries with most of the major families of Cornwall and England. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Steeped in history |
Tourist Information Centre Island House, Southside Street Plymouth, Devon PL1 2LR United Kingdom |
Step back in time as you walk along the harbourside and through the two oldest streets of Plymouth. See the real Elizabethan House in New Street, and tour the 200 year old Plymouth Gin distillery. The Mayflower Steps are a must, to see where the Pilgrims embarked in 1620. You'll find them at the entrance of Sutton Harbour, which you will find filled with small craft of all kinds. Visit the Island Tourist Information Centre and discover the Barbican's history. This small harbourside area has some very fine restaurants and shops which offer a wide range of goods, from local art and antiques to crystal and crafts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beautiful, romantic and haunted |
Berry Pomeroy Totnes Plymouth, Devon TQ9 6NJ United Kingdom +44 1803 86 6618 |
Reputed to be one of the most haunted castles in the country, Berry Pomeroy is a romantic ruin where legend has it that a lady of the house entombed her sister in the walls in a quarrel over a man. Set high above a wooded ravine, it is a double ruin, with an Elizabethan mansion inside the medieval castle walls. The medieval castle was built about 1300 by the Pomeroy family, who came over with William the Conqueror, and the mansion by the Duke of Somerset, whose descendants still own the property, which is managed by English Heritage. Special medieval events are held here and there is an excellent Tea Shop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Honey, tonic wine and stained glass |
Buckfastleigh Plymouth TQ11 0EE United Kingdom +44 1364 645 500 http://www.buckfast.org.uk |
Founded in Saxon times by King Canute, dissolved by King Henry VIII in 1539, Buckfast was re-established by Benedictines from France in 1882. The present buildings, including the enormous church, were built by the monks, no more than nine at any one time, and completed in 1932 - truly a labour of love as well as an edifice of great beauty. Famous for their beekeeping, tonic wine and stained glass, the monks welcome visitors to enjoy the Abbey gardens, church, restaurant and various shops, including one in the mill which sells the unique produce of other monasteries around Europe. They sell a wide variety of products, including wines, beers and cordials; cosmetics; linens; food such as biscuits, cakes and cheeses, as well as beeswax and religious items. There is also a retreat facility and venue for conferences and lectures, such as the popular Time Team talk by Mick Aston. Admission: free Review © 2007, Wcities |
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History, fun and games for kids |
Yelverton Plymouth, Devon PL20 6EY United Kingdom +44 1822 85 3607 |
This National Trust property has an excellent record for providing fascinating events and activities for children. There are dozens of different events each season, so phone for details. Once Sir Francis Drake's Dartmoor home, and containing Drake's Drum (which they say will beat a warning if England is in dire peril), Buckland Abbey is steeped in history. Originally a 13th century Cistercian monastery, whose church is incorporated into the fabric of the house, it now contains many mementos and exhibits devoted to Drake's adventures and achievements. The grounds contain the magnificent monastic barn, craft workshops, herb garden and country walks, plus a new Elizabethan garden under construction. Admission to House & Garden:adult £4.60, child £2.30, family(2+3)£11.50. Grounds only, adults £2.40, child £1.20. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Britain's last castle |
Drewsteignton Plymouth, Devon EX6 6PB United Kingdom +44 1647 433 306 http://www.nationaltrust.org.u... |
This extraordinary castle of granite and oak was built by Sir Edward Lutyens between 1910 and 1930 and is thought to be the last castle built in England. You can get a fascinating glimpse of Victorian life both above and below stairs, visiting the dining room, drawing room and kitchen. The house is surrounded by gardens including a formal terraced garden and a huge circular croquet lawn, which you can use by hiring equipment from the reception area. There are scenic walks along the 300 foot gorge and down to the nearby River Teign. There is also a Restaurant and Tea Rooms for refreshments, a children's play area, shop and plant sales, and facilities for the disabled. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Woodland walks through 450 Devon acres |
Cockington Plymouth, Devon TQ2 6XA United Kingdom +44 1803 607230 |
Four hundred and fifty acres of beautiful Devon parkland are available for you to enjoy every day of the year. You can take a carriage ride through the park and past the tranquil lakes. There are many woodland walks to stroll through, as well as more formal gardens in the old English style. The Rose Garden and Organic Kitchen Garden are sure to delight anyone with an interest in plants. You can walk through the woods to the quaint Gamekeeper's Cottage or the Norman church and nearby delightful thatched village of Cockington, where you can hire horses to ride the many bridle paths of the country park. The fascinating Cockington Court Craft Centre is also worth a visit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Medieval enchantment |
St Dominick Plymouth, Cornwall PL12 6TA United Kingdom +44 1579 35 1346 |
One of the least altered medieval houses in England, Cotehele was owned by the Edgcumbe family for 600 years. They moved on to Mount Edgcumbe House in Tudor times, using Cotehele for family getaways and to show off to visitors, who marvelled at this medieval gem, just as we do today. The ancient granite walls house a fine collection of textiles, tapestries and early oak furniture, while the chapel contains the oldest working domestic clock in England. Warning - Cotehele weaves a magic spell, so that once you've been there you want to go back again and again. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Europe's largest marine engineering complex |
DML Ltd. Plymouth, Devon PL1 4SG United Kingdom +44 1752 60 5665 |
Devonport Dockyard is well known to sailors all around the world. It has been an outstanding marine center for more than 300 years and despite massive reductions, still has a workforce of over 4,000 people. Over half of its current work is involved in the refitting, refuelling and repair of nuclear powered submarines. After privatization, Devonport Management Limited (DML) bought the dockyard in 1997. They have improved efficiency and attracted commercial business, which now accounts for 30 per cent of their work. The most famous ship to have been refitted here must surely be the Royal Yacht Britannia, which came to Devonport for her last refit before retirement. Now many luxury vessels are being refitted and built here. There are tours of the Dockyard at regular intervals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Display of historic costumes |
43 High Street Plymouth, Devon TQ9 5NP United Kingdom +44 1803 86 3168 |
The building that houses this interesting collection is itself of great historic interest. You can find it opposite the Civic Hall in the centre of the town, on the main thoroughfare in Totnes. The collection of costumes consists of clothes and accessories from the mid 18th century. The displays are changed every season to show the whole collection, so it is a place you can visit time after time and always see something new. The museum is closed during the winter and has no telephone, but information can be obtained from Totnes Tourist Information at the number given. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ancient hamlet |
Cawsand Plymouth, Cornwall PL10 1LE United Kingdom +44 1752 84 4846 |
This ancient hamlet near Saltash has always been the site of a crossing of a tributary of the Lyhner River on the road between Trematon and St Stephen's. In early medieval times Forder was a thriving industrial town with industries such as market gardening, quarrying, lime burning, fulling and flour milling. The water mill where the medieval tenants of Trematon Manor brought their grain to be milled can still be seen. This is now a Conservation Area and has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty for the past hundred years. Near the hamlet can be found Trematon Castle, which has wonderful panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bronze Age hut circle |
Challacombe Dartmoor Plymouth, Devon PL20 United Kingdom +44 1822 890414 |
This is the best preserved of the reputed 2,000 sites of prehistoric life to be found on Dartmoor. Settlements were usually found in groups of thatched huts within a stone wall to keep livestock in and wild animals out. At Grimspound the ruined stone wall encloses an area of nearly four acres, with the remains of 24 huts and some cattle pens. The doors are all on the south side to catch the sun and keep out the cold winds that blew from the north. It is very evocative to stand within the ruins of these huts and realize that people lived here 3,000 years ago, weaving, spinning, making pottery and herding animals. It's definitely a spot not to be missed by the serious traveler. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Rich in local history |
Sparkwell Plympton Plymouth, Devon PL7 5BZ United Kingdom +44 1752 337 350 |
Essentially a Regency house, built in the 1790s, Hemerdon has always been a Woollcombe family home, dependent on the family law firm for its upkeep. The home is rich in paintings and local history. It is only open for for 30 days from 1 May-30 Sept, including May and August bank holidays, so contact administrator for details. Admission: Adult £5. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mayflower photo shoot |
Island House The Barbican Plymouth, Devon PL1 2LS United Kingdom +44 1752 30 4849 |
This Tourist Information Centre can be found right by the harbour on the Barbican. The building that houses it dates from about 1590. Tradition says that some of the Pilgrim Fathers lodged here the night before they boarded their ship at what is now known as the Mayflower Steps, just across the road on the harbour side. Outside on the wall is a plaque that lists the names of everyone who sailed on the Mayflower, so it makes a popular visitor stop and photo shoot. Inside you can pick up information on the attractions of Plymouth and the surrounding area, restaurants and accommodation. You can also book tickets here for many attractions, which will save you queuing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cornwall's grandest house |
Lanhydrock Plymouth, Cornwall PL30 5AD United Kingdom +44 1208 7 3320 |
The grandest house in Cornwall, Lanhydrock dates back to 1620 when a square plan house was built. Of this house only the magnificent granite gatehouse survives as it was. Today it is mainly the fine 19th century house that visitors see, with 49 rooms on show, giving an extraordinary glimpse into the life of a Victorian country house, including the state rooms, the children's nursery wing and the fascinating warren of kitchens, larders and sculleries "below stairs". The house can be seen in the movies The Three Muskateers and Twelth Night. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spectacular Cornish gardens |
Lanhydrock Plymouth, Cornwall PL30 5AD United Kingdom +44 1208 7 3320 |
Lanhydrock is set in 450 acres of woods and parkland running down to the River Fowey, and is lovely in all seasons. Formal Victorian gardens surround the house, and climbing the hillside are 30 acres of wooded higher gardens with a superb collection of magnolias, rhododendrons and camellias, making a glorious spring display, plus other rare trees and shrubs. There is a unique circular herbaceous garden and a famous avenue of ancient beech and sycamore trees runs down towards the Fowey. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sir Francis Drake's wife lived here |
Culver Rd Plymouth, Cornwall PL12 4D United Kingdom +44 01752 843388 / +44 07767 444816 |
It is believed that this cottage was the home of Sir Francis Drake's first wife, and is one of the two oldest buildings in Saltash. It is a fifteenth century house and has been well restored by the Tamar Protection Society, having been little altered throughout the last five centuries. There is also a Tudor herb garden behind the cottage. You can visit by making prior arrangements with the Tourist Information Point at the Guildhall. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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16th century splendour |
Cremyl Plymouth, Cornwall PL10 1HZ United Kingdom +44 1752 82 2236 |
This magnificent house, set in an 800 acre country park, was finished in 1553 and restored by the Earl of Mount Edgcumbe by 1964. The Tudor house has warm red stone walls and is beautifully furnished with family possessions, including paintings by Sir Joshua Reynolds, 16th century tapestries and 18th century Plymouth and Chinese porcelain. Beside the house is the Earl's Garden, created in the 18th century, containing colourful flowers and some very rare trees, including a 400 year old lime. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Home of mothers' ruin |
Southside Street (Blackfriars Distillery) Plymouth, Devon PL1 2LA United Kingdom +44 1752 665292 |
Although it is now known as Blackfriars Distilleries, none of the black cloaked monks ever had an establishment in Plymouth, not even in the 15th century when the distillery was started. So the origin of its name remains a mystery. The building was once used as a debtor's prison, a guildhall and it was the last place the Pilgrim Fathers met before starting their voyage to America. Today it is owned by Coats Distillery, which was founded in 1793, and is now home to the famous Plymouth Gin. There are tours of the distillery every day and the shop sells a full range of products guaranteed to cheer the most wintry day and remind you of the warmth of Plymouth. Why not try Sloe or Damson Gin or take home the famous Navy Strength Gin? Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Second oldest house |
Finewell Street Plymouth, Devon PL1 2AD United Kingdom +44 17 5266 1414 |
The second oldest house in Plymouth, it was built by Thomas Yogge in 1498. It is a fine limestone building with granite door and window frames, and a galleried courtyard. In the past it has been a dwelling house, a warehouse, a wine store and a bacon factory. But it has now belonged to St Andrew's Church since the 1920s. It is used with the adjoining Abbey Hall to accommodate their youth groups, and is let out to community groups. The church lets out the bottom floor to Tanners, one of Plymouth's highest quality restarants. The building also houses the famous 28 foot Plymouth Tapestry, with its 2,250,000 stitches, some of which were added by royalty. It took four and a half years to complete, and is well worth a visit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dramatic 17th century fort |
Plymouth Hoe Plymouth, Devon PL1 2PA United Kingdom http://www.britevents.com/even... |
King Charles II commissioned the building of the Citadel, a dramatic fort with a fine baroque gateway, on Plymouth Hoe in 1665. Originally designed as a conventional star-shaped fortress, it was later extended to take in Drake's Fort, including some of the Tudor gateways, and mounted 152 guns. It is still in use today. Tickets can be bought from at Plymouth Dome below Smeaton's Tower on the Hoe. Admission: adult £3, child £2, senior £2.50 Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Plymouth's nearest neighbour |
Saltash Town Council Guildhall Plymouth, Cornwall PL12 6J United Kingdom +44 1752 84 4846 |
The first place you visit when you cross the Tamar Bridge into Cornwall is the ancient town of Saltash, which has been a royal Borough since 1216. Much of the old town was destroyed by the Luftwaffe in the Second World War, but some of the old town remains and can be seen by travelling the Saltash Heritage Trail. Besides its two famous bridges you could visit Mary Newman's Cottage; the museum; the fine Guildhall; Elliot's Shop; the chapel of St. Nicholas and St. Faith and the fascinating Waterside area with its fine mural on the side of the Union Inn. Trematon Castle, two miles away, and the 180 acre leisure complex of the China Fleet Club are worth a visit, as is the Saltash Shopping Centre. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Listed building |
Lower Fore Street Plymouth, Cornwall PL12 6J United Kingdom +44 1752 84 4846 |
This listed building used to be a Market House in the eighteenth century, when it had an assembly room on its first floor that was known as the Long Room. It was rebuilt in 1774 and 1775 and finished by 1780. These dates are shown on two rainwater heads on the south side of the building. It has large granite pillars at the front, which supported the upper floors when the lower area was an open market. The upper building shows its splendid coat of arms; the arms of the Duke of Cornwall forming the seal which was used as a warrant to confirm the rights of Saltash over the River Tamar. This fine building is available for hire by contacting the Town Council. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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History on foot |
Saltash Tourist Information Point Guildhall Plymouth, Cornwall PL12 6J United Kingdom +44 1752 84 4846 |
Although enemy bombers destroyed much of the ancient town of Saltash during the Second World War, much still remains, hidden from the passers-by. This trail has been devised to introduce visitors to some of its long history. The town was once called "Essa", from the Celtic word for water. It is much more sheltered than Plymouth, and so the borough was important long before its more famous neighbour. Saltash was granted its first charter between 1216 and 1245. The mosaics on the small bridge above the tunnel slip road were designed by local schoolchildren and members of the community centre and show the history and heritage of Saltash and Cornwall. Visit the local Tourist Information Centre for more details of the Trail. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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George II mansion |
Plympton Plymouth, Devon PL7 1UH United Kingdom +44 1752 33 3500 http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
A remarkable George II mansion whose landscaped park overlooks the Plym estuary, Robert Adam worked here on two occasions to create the magnificent state rooms. There are gorgeous Adam ceilings throughout, and three rooms have exquisite hand painted Chinese wallpaper. The original contents also include Chippendale furniture, Wedgwood ceramics and many portraits by Sir Joshua Reynolds and Angelica Kaufman. A very popular feature is the Great Kitchen, where authentic 18th century banquets are sometimes prepared. Saltram is often seen on film and TV and was Norland Park in the film Sense & Sensibility. A spectacular Jazz Picnic is held here every summer. Admission: adult £6, child £3. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Two hundred and fifty year old lighthouse |
The Hoe Plymouth, Devon PL1 2PA United Kingdom +44 1752 60 0608 |
If you are wondering about the bright blue, giant edifice that currently dominates Plymouth Hoe, don't worry. The red and white candy stripes of Smeaton's Tower are still there beneath it. In 1759 the interlocking stones of Smeaton's Lighthouse were first transported out from Millbay Harbour to the Eddystone Rocks, where the lighthouse stood for more than 120 years. In 1882 a fault was discovered in the rocks below. So they dismantled the lighthouse, took it back to Plymouth and re-erected it on the Hoe. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stannary town |
Tavistock Tourist Information Centre Town Hall, Bedford Square Plymouth, Devon PL19 0AE United Kingdom +44 1822 61 2938 |
This ancient stannary (tin-assaying and tin-marketing) town lies on the southwest edge of Dartmoor National Park, about 24 km (15 miles) north of Plymouth. It gets its name from the River Tavy, on which it lies, and 'stock', which indicates that it became a prominent agricultural market for the area nearly a thousand years ago, when a Benedictine Abbey was founded. It is the largest town in West Devon and still flourishes, being full of interesting shops, a fine market, riverside park, leisure centre and arts centre. The town buildings are composed mainly of local stone and it is a great base for exploring the beautiful rolling countryside around it, the grandeur of Dartmoor and nearby places of interest, such as Morwellham Quay and Cothele. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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King Arthur and Merlin's magic |
Visitors Centre Bossiney Road Car Park Plymouth, Cornwall PL34 0AJ United Kingdom +44 1840 77 0328 |
The Cornish Celts of olden days were very fierce fighters, so it is not surprising that so many of their castle ruins remain. The seat of Cornwall's ancient kings, Tintagel is set on a windy headland, with the Atlantic surging round three sides. When the Normans invaded, Earl Richard, King Henry III's younger brother, thought this an appropriate place to build his own castle. Now a magnificent ruin, run by English Heritage, the atmosphere is eerily evocative of Merlin's magic, King Arthur and his knights and the love story of Tristan and Isolt. Were they ever here? Were "magic casements, opening on the foam of perilous seas, in faery lands forlorn" built here on this bleak but magnificent site. Come and decide for yourself. Admission: adult £3, senior £2.30, child £1.50 Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elizabethan market |
Coronation Road The Town Mill Plymouth, Devon TQ9 United Kingdom +44 1803 86 3168 |
This fascinating little town has a history dating from medieval times. In the reigns of 10th century Saxon kings, Edgar and Rufus, it even minted its own coins. On Tuesdays, from May to September, you can shop in the Elizabethan market, with all the traders suitably garbed, however modern their wares. A modern market continues on Fridays and Saturdays. There's lots to see, with a medieval guildhall, an Elizabethan museum and a Norman castle . On Baltic Wharf you can visit the Goss Centre, where the high-tech Team Philips boat was built, or go back in time with the Devonshire Collection of Period Costumes in the High Street. Berry Pomeroy Castle, Dartington Cider Press Centre and Woodlands Leisure Park are all nearby. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Join the medieval minstrels |
Castle Street Plymouth, Devon TQ9 5NU United Kingdom +44 1803 86 4406 |
This castle, run by English Heritage, is a fine example of a Norman fortification. It stands on a hill overlooking the town, so that climbing the steps to the top rewards you with a bird's eye view of Totnes. It is a motte and bailey castle, but if you aren't an expert in medieval castles you can find out all you need to know with a Family Discovery pack, available at the gift shop. English Heritage puts on special events throughout the summer, such as medieval minstrels or dancers, many of whom encourage audience participation. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Leap from 16th century to Victorian times |
70 Fore Street Plymouth, Devon TQ9 5RU United Kingdom +44 1803 86 3821 |
This 16th century merchant's house in Totnes has been beautifully preserved and used to display an assortment of historical artifacts, from a range of bygone days. The bedroom, courtyard and garden are all from Tudor times, the original period of the house. From another era there is a splendid Victorian nursery, complete with children's games of the era. There is also a memorabilia room dedicated to Charles Babbage and various period costumes on display. Saturday visits are by appointment only. Review © 2007, Wcities |