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Camelford Tourist Information


The historic town of Camelford, is situated between the Atlantic coast and Bodmin moor. The ancient Slaughter Bridge is the legendary site of King Arthur's last battle.

Camelford is a good walking centre, just south of the town is a footpath leading on to the moor.

Rough Tor, in the care of the National Trust - Over 100 Bronze Age round houses, numerous burial cairns, early enclosure linking Rough Tor to Little Rough Tor, the remains of the medieval chapel of St. Michael (AD1371) at the summit.

North Cornwall Museum and Gallery - The Museum shows many aspects of life in North Cornwall from 50-100 years ago. There are sections on the tools in various trades and on the domestic side a wide range of exhibits from clothes to early vacuum cleaners.

Nearby Crowdy Reservoir offers trout fishing; and at Davidstow is the Moorland Flying Club.

 

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Attractions near Camelford
British Cycling Museum (1 Mile)*
Our Museum, the nations foremost museum of cycling history is housed in an old Victorian Railway Station - A history of cycling from 1818.
Tintagel Castle (3 Miles)*
In all seasons, Tintagel is truly a magical place. With its spectacular location on Cornwall's most dramatic Atlantic coastline, Tintagel is a place of myths and magic, where the legend of King Arthur was born.
Merlin's Cave (4 Miles)*
Closed due to Retirement
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What's near Camelford

Attractions:
  British Cycling Museum  1 Mile
  Tintagel Castle  3 Miles
  Merlin's Cave  4 Miles
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Towns:
  Lanteglos  2 Miles
  Delabole  2 Miles
  Davidstow  3 Miles
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Estate Agents:
  Parkway Estate Agency  <1 Mile
  John Bray and Partners  7 Miles
  Miller and Company  10 Miles
Hotels:
  Bowood Park Hotel  1 Mile
  The Jamaica Inn  6 Miles
  The Slipway Hotel  7 Miles
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Bed and Breakfast:
  Tregosse House  4 Miles
  Pendragon Country House  4 Miles
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Self Catering:
  Steppes Farm Holiday Cottages and Spa  1 Mile
  Widewalls Cottage  2 Miles
  Tremallow  3 Miles
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Campsites:
  Cherry Cottage Camping  1 Mile
  St .Mabyn Holiday Park  7 Miles
  Hallagather Camping  8 Miles
TIC: Camelford Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 01840 212954  <1 Mile



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Towns near Camelford
Lanteglos Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
Delabole Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
Davidstow Tourist Information (3 Miles)*
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Hotels near Camelford
Bowood Park Hotel (1 Mile)*
Overlooking the championship golf course, the Bowood Park Hotel has an award-winning restaurant and luxurious rooms. Tintagel and Port Isaac are 15 minutes' drive away. All rooms have en suite bathrooms and a TV.
Trehellas House (9 Miles)*
Nestled amid the beautiful Cornish countryside, just off the main A389 between Bodmin and Wadebridge, this charming hotel is beautifully set within a Grade II listed building, dating back to the early 18th century.
Westberry Hotel (10 Miles)*
This 2-star property blends a host of impressive facilities with a welcoming ambience. Sample traditional cuisine in the cosy and refined restaurant which overlooks the town. Sip drinks in the stylish bar. Play darts and snooker in the games room.
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Self Catering near Camelford
Tremallow (3 Miles)*
Tremallow is a 3 bedroom (sleeps 7) detached house in North Cornwall. Its elevated position allows far reaching views across the valley to the coast line and farmland to the rear.
Meadowview Cottage (6 Miles)*
Meadowview Cottage offers, Quality in Tourism 5 Star accommodation sleeping 6 + cot in three bedrooms: This self-catering accommodation is open all year, situated in 30 acres of farmland, with breathtaking views of the meadow
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