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Harford Bridge Holiday Park: A haven of tranquillity in nature

Visit Tamar Valley - Harford Bridge Park Camping Fields

Book Here Harford Bridge is a 16-acre ‘5-star’ camping and holiday park nestled in lush Devon countryside on the western edge of Dartmoor.  It’s around 2 miles from the historic market town of Tavistock and near the quiet moorland village of Peter Tavy.  The park stands as a family-run haven where tranquillity and nature intertwine.

7 things you might not know about the River Tamar

Nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of southwest England, the 61-mile long River Tamar meanders through the enchanting Tamar Valley carrying with it a captivating story of river life, community, industry, and a flourishing ecosystem. Forming a natural border between Devon and Cornwall along most of its length its a lifeline for its people and has

Hidden Valley Puzzle Park: The ultimate guide

Hidden Valley Puzzle Park is quite an extraordinary place. For those old enough to remember TV’s Crystal Maze or even Challenge Aneka, you’ll be on the right track. With not a trace of a digital device in sight (pocket yours, you won’t have time to use it!), It’s a version of the escape room concept.

Hop into spring: fun Easter activities for families with kids

With the arrival of spring and the Easter holidays, you’re bound to be looking for ways to entertain your children and make the most of the first proper break from school this year. After all, we’ve all had enough of being cooped up indoors away from cold and rain. There’s nothing quite like getting out

New Year Adventures: 10 ideas to get 2024 off to a great start!

With the dawn of a new year a wave of optimism, energy, and enthusiasm washes over us. Even amid the occasional gloomy weather and shorter days. While staying snug indoors is inviting, why not dispel the winter lethargy with a countryside adventure? Whether you relish solitude, are part of a couple, or belong to a

The Bere Peninsula Loop

A view of the Rivers Tamar and Tavy from the Bere Peninsula

by Sarah Bartlett, Tamar Marketing The Bere Alston Peninsula Loop section of the Discovery Trail is a wonderful, quiet route through tranquil countryside with spectacular views. We set out with the intention of walking the circular route around the peninsula taking in Bere Ferrers and the Tavy estuary, then across to the River Tamar estuary,

Lopwell Dam to Blaxton Creek

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by Sarah Bartlett, Tamar Marketing Part of The Discovery Trail series of articles. Autumn is a great time of year to explore the Tamar Valley. The abundance of mixed woodlands present a colourful canvas of rich russet, golden bronze, and glowing yellow. In the still, quiet dawn an ethereal, translucent mist often shrouds the estuaries

The Tamar Valley’s Discovery Trail

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Explore the ‘Apple Trail,’ officially known as the Discovery Trail—a scenic 31-mile route winding through the Tamar Valley National Landscape, celebrated for its stunning natural beauty. Get the Guide This trail connects Plymouth’s outskirts with Launceston, Cornwall’s ancient capital, offering a journey through some of the most pristine countryside in the area. Once bustling with

River life – adventures on the Tamar, Tavy and Lynher

by Sarah Bartlett, Tamar Marketing In this article, we take a look at the three rivers that make up the Tamar Valley: the Tamar, Tavy and Lynher. Once industrial and agricultural highways, today, these rivers provide a haven for wildlife. They also set the scene for a great deal of fun both on and beside

Mining Heritage

Spanning the Border Between Devon and Cornwall Stretching from the high granite ridge and exposed moors of Kit Hill in Cornwall, to the lush, deep wooded valleys of the meandering Tamar River.  From the  farming lands of the Devon plateau and beyond – the Tamar Valley and Tavistock area of the Cornish Mining World Heritage Site spans the border