When you fancy something more fast paced we are right on the doorstep and in the centre of so many activities. From Golf courses, to hikes, to cycling we are sure there is something for you! 

Cycling

The Tamar Valley gives access to miles of country lanes and public trails great for exploring. Whether you are a Cycle Touring Club, an extreme mountain biker or a family looking for a leisurely day out, Cornwall and Devon has it all! There is a variety of interesting sites, beautiful views and places to go to keep everyone interested with plenty of different terrains suitable for all.

For some extreme cycling, why not spend the day at Cardinham Wood, guaranteed to test your skill or for something a little less taxing why not explore Tamar Trails, a short drive away. There is also plenty of free information and maps to help you make the most of what’s on offer. We are situated a short drive from rivers, moorland, and coastal paths, a fantastic opportunity for any guest no matter their ability to mount a bike, explore and enjoy our area from a different viewpoint.

There are lots of local public trails suitable for cycling in the area as well as dedicated cycle tracks, some starting right on our doorstep. And of course, there are plenty of local pubs and cafes serving great food and drink to help you wind down and re-fuel after a hard day’s cycling, or even along the way!

 

St Mellion Spa / Golf Resort

St Mellion’s Elemis Spa offers a delightful setting in which to relax and unwind, overlooking the beautiful Cornish countryside (just a short drive from Callington and Saltash), open all year to non-residents. Amenities include spa treatment rooms, a steam room, a jet pool, sauna and Jacuzzi, with an in-house spa team on hand to help you make the most of your wellness visit.

The extensive choice of health and beauty treatments available includes detox and energising options, “escape” and massages, all designed to leave you feeling relaxed and refreshed.

Fishing

Enjoy free river fishing as a holiday home owner at Notter Bridge Holiday Park. Sea Trout, Brown Trout, Salmon, Mullet, Sea bass and even small plaice can be caught on the beautiful banks of the river Lynher. Many of our owners fish straight from their very own decks! We also have a lake for carp fishing.

The River Lynher rises on the slopes on the eastern side of Bodmin Moor, at 280m above sea level near Altarnun, and flows for 34km to reach the Tamar estuary below St. Germans.Otters thrives along  much of the length of the river and its tributaries. One of its tributaries, the River Tiddy, supports a population of Atlantic salmon.

To find out more about fishing in & around our Cornwall Parks CLICK HERE

Walking

Our location in the Tamar Valley, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, means it is an ideal base for exploring. Cornwall has a diverse variety of landscapes ranging from coastal paths to river walks, from moorland treks to heritage trails and Pilgrim routes to archaeological explorations. Best of all it’s just within a short drive away from us.

  • A day’s walking is a great activity for all the family and there is a great variety of interesting sites, beautiful views and places to go to keep everyone interested. There is also plenty of free information and maps to help you make the most of your walks.
  • As well as boasting the longest coastline in Britain, Cornwall offers everything a walker looks for from a variety of terrains to breath-taking seasonal views. And of course, there are plenty of local pubs and cafes serving great food and drink to help you wind down and re-fuel after a hard day’s walking, or even along the way!
  • There are lots of local walks and public footpaths in the area, some starting right on our doorstep. Here are just a few suggestions of what the local area has to offer:
  • Walking along the river or amongst the abandoned tin mines in the Tamar Valley
  • Cliff-top views and sandy beaches along the South West Coastal Path. The South West Coast Path – is just as good for short walks and gentle strolls as it is for long-distance trekking. www.southwestcoastpath.com/main/walks/ is the official guide will help you.
  • Wilderness walking and spotting the wild ponies in Dartmoor National Park– see below for more info on guided tours.
  • Mount Edgecumbe, Cotehele, Fowey and Lansallos also make for some stunning walks.
  • Kit Hill Country Park – The highest point in the Tamar Valley and with over 400 acres of heathland to explore, Kit Hill Country Park shows how humans have worked minerals on marginal upland since the stone age.

Kit Hill is a distinctive outcrop of the great granite mass that runs under the whole of Cornwall. The area is rich in archaeology from a Neolithic long barrow to 19th century mining remains and is also home to a rare array of animal and plant life. Look out for the frequent guided walks and events.