Out and About
Whilst staying at Beera Farm why not take the opportunity to visit some of the wonderful attractions in the area. Beera Farm is situated in the beautiful Tamar Valley designated as an (AONB) Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty as well as only a few miles away from the stunning Dartmoor National Park. We are in an ideal spot to explore the many beaches and coastal area of both the north Cornwall Coast and South Devon Coast.
Wether you like activities such as walking, cycling, kayaking and surfing or prefer a more leisurely stroll around quaint towns with unique boutiques there is always something to do.
Why not have a look through our list of things to do. If you know of one that we have missed then let us know.
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Beaches & Ports
There a some many fantastic beaches and ports near Beera Farm. Here are some of our favourites to visit for the day.
Food & Drink
Explore the local and hand made foods of the South West. We have some of the finest produce in the country just ready to eat.
Castles & Historic Houses
The south west is steeped in history and there is always a nearby castle or historic house to explore. Check out our favourite.
Gardens
You are never far away from some of the most beautiful and stunning gardens the South West has to offer when staying at Beera Farm.
Family Days Out
The south west is steeped in history and there is always a nearby castle or historic house to explore. Check out our favourite.
Beaches & Ports
Sandcastles, ice creams or fish and chips by the sea
Devon and Cornwall have some of the best beaches and ports around the whole of the UK. Many of these are easily accessible from Beera Farm. We’ve chosen some of our favourites from around the area.
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Bigbury
Bigbury beach is an ideal beach for the for family. A sandy beach with shallow waters, and dotted with rock pools. There’s a wide selection of water sports available bodyboarding, surfing, windsurfing and kite-surfing are popular here. In addition Bigbury’s most famous landmark Burgh Island overlooks the beach itself. The island is accessible at low tide via a causeway and when the tide is in you can reach the island by the unique ‘sea tractor’. Bigbury beach has good facilities including a café that specialises in selling organic and local food.
Looe
Looe – Looe – A busy fishing port, with a popular family beach, The town centre has a large car park and is great for wandering around the many shops and fishing port. why not try your hand a fishing for crabs with a line and bucket or take one of the many boats trips. http://www.looeguide.co.uk
Wembury
The National Trust beach at Wembury has fantastic rocks pools, wildlife and a distinctive island called the Great Mewstone. An ideal place for coastal walks, beach combing or just relaxing at the Old Mill Cafe. – http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wembury
Mevagissey
A traditional cornish fishing village with fascinating gifts shops and art galleries. http://www.mevagissey.net
Widemouth
A long open bay with excellent sandy beach. It is ideal for families for swimming, sunbathing, surfing or exploring the inlets and coves.
Dartmouth
Dartmouth – A fantastic fishing port and bustling town with shops, art galleries as well as gourmet restaurants and cosy cafes. It is also home to one of the most beautifully located fortresses in England and not to mention a number of great local beaches. http://www.discoverdartmouth.com
Bude
Named as the 2015 Best UK coastal resort, Bude has a lot to offers, rambling, riding, surfers, secluded golf courses and brilliant sea and coarse fishing. http://www.visitbude.info
Polzeath
A superb beach and village which is renowned as one of the worlds best surfing destinations. http://www.polzeath.co.uk
Trebarwith Strands
A wonderful all round beach just a mile and a half from Tintagel. Vast cliffs, dark caves, fine golden sand make an excellent area to explore.
Seaton, Cornwall
A small sea side village situated on the south Cornish coast. Always a great day out.
Castles & Historic
Step back in time through castles and historic houses
There is an abundance of castles and historic houses near Beera Farm. Why even Sir Francis Drake was born close by in Tavistock.
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Launceston Castle
Set within the nearby town of Launceston, the Castle dominates the surrounding landscape. Built soon after the Norman Conquest, features an unusual keep consisting of a 13th-century round tower built by Richard, Earl of Cornwall, inside an earlier circular shell-keep. The tower top can be reached via an internal staircase but once reached, offers breathtaking views of the historic town and countryside. You can explore the long history of the castle in a display which traces 1,000 years, with finds from site excavations. The castle grounds are ideal for relaxing and picnicking while you enjoy the great views of the surrounding valley. http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/launceston-castle/
Okehampton Castle
The remains of the largest castle in Devon. Built soon after the Norman Conquest as a motte and bailey castle with a stone keep, it was converted into a sumptuous residence in the 14th century by Hugh Courtenay, Earl of Devon, much of whose work survives.
There is a riverside picnic area and beautiful woodland walks nearby. It’s also a great place for bird lovers with regular visiting species and in spring and early summer you can enjoy a variety of seasonal wild flowers, which adorn the meadow, woodland and motte. http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/okehampton-castle/
Restormell Castle
The great 13th-century circular shell-keep stands on an earlier Norman mound surrounded by a deep dry ditch, atop a high spur beside the River Fowey. Twice visited by the Black Prince, it finally saw action during the Civil War in 1644. It commands fantastic views and is a favourite picnic spot. http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/restormel-castle/
Tintagel Castle
Stunning scenery at Tintagel, discover the legend of King Arthur and what inspired Earl Richard to build the castle. http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/tintagel-castle/
Lydford Castle
This nearby castle in the beautiful village of Lydford was originally built as a prison and later became notorious for harsh punishments, with one of its inmates calling it ‘the most annoious, contagious and detestable place within this realm’. http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/lydford-castle-and-saxon-town/
Powderham Castle
Six hundred years of history are contained within the walls of one of England’s oldest family homes jest near Exeter. Built by Sir Philip Courtenay in 1391 it has stayed in the same family to this day, currently home to the 18th Earl & Countess of Devon. http://www.powderham.co.uk
Royal Citadel
Right in the heart of Plymouth is this dramatic 17th century fortress built to defend the coastline from the Dutch, and is still in use by the military today. http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/royal-citadel-plymouth/
Jamaica Inn
Cornwall’s most famous smuggling inn. http://www.jamaicainn.co.uk
Kents Kavern
Home page of Kents Cavern, prehistoric cave, home of ancient humans, award winning visitor attraction in Torquay – with tours, shop, cafe and visitor centre. http://www.kents-cavern.co.uk
Morwellham Quay
Museum and visitor centre based around historic port on the River Tamar. Includes virtual tour and diary of events. http://www.morwellham-quay.co.uk
Mayflower Steps
The Mayflower Steps are close to the site in the Barbican area of Plymouth, south-west England, from which the Pilgrim Fathers are believed to have finally left England aboard the Mayflower, before crossing the Atlantic Oceanto settle in North America on 6 September 1620.
China Clay Wheal Martyn
Discover how Cornwall’s largest mining industry changed the world and the amazing uses of China Clay in our everyday lives today. http://www.wheal-martyn.com
Dartmoor Prison Museum
Learn about ‘life inside’ one of the world’s most famous and notorious jails. http://www.dartmoor-prison.co.uk
Lawrence House
The National Trust’s Lawrence House, Cornwall, is a Georgian town house currently used as a local museum and civic centre.
Gardens
Wander through beautiful gardens
You are never far from stunning gardens when staying at Beera Far, Discover some of our favourites.
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RHS Rosemore
Royal Horticultural Society attraction set in a steep wooded valley, with restaurant and tea room. https://www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/rosemoor
Lost gardens of Heligan
The Lost Gardens of Heligan, near Mevagissey in Cornwall, are one of the most popular botanical gardens in the UK. http://heligan.com
National Trust Lanhydrock
A magnificent late Victorian country house with gardens and wooded estate. http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lanhydrock
Antony House
Antony is a beautiful early 18th-century mansion with a fine collection of paintings , furniture and textiles. http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/antony
Trewithen Gardens
A historic, privately-owned Cornish estate with beautiful gardens famous for their plant hunter origins, royal connections and astonishing variety of species. http://www.trewithengardens.co.uk
Caerhays Castle Gardens
Caerhays, an informal woodland garden overlooking the sea and extending to over 120 acres is owned by the Williams family. http://www.caerhays.co.uk
Cotehele House and Gardens
A wonderful Tudor house with superb gardens, quay and estate. http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/cotehele
Bicton Gardens
63 acre garden in 18th century style. Includes details of the facilities such as woodland railway and countryside museum. http://www.bictongardens.co.uk
Garden House Yelverton
Explore a beautiful garden steeped in history. The garden is several gardens in one, and its 10 acres glory in a huge and diverse plant collection – nearly 6,000 plant varieties to admire. http://www.thegardenhouse.org.uk
Becky Falls
Stunning waterfalls and woodland walks. http://www.beckyfalls.com
Lydford Gorge
Lydford Gorge part of the National Trust is a dramatic feature of the river at Lydford on the edge of the National Park; it is a 1.5-mile-long (2.4 km) gorge near Ledford. http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lydford-gorge
Food & Drink
A gastronomic delight
We have some of the best local produce available. A day out to one of these locations is a real treat for the senses.
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South Devon Chilli Farm
South Devon Chilli Farm – chilli growing farm with shop, cafe, chilli plant nursery and children’s play equipment. https://www.southdevonchillifarm.co.uk
Countryman Cider
Explore how our traditional Farmhouse Ciders are made the this 15th Century stables of a former coaching inn. http://www.crying-fox.com/cider1.htm
Sharpham Vineyard
Sharpham Vineyard for English wine, cheeses, wine tasting & tours. http://www.sharpham.com
Tuckers Maltings
Tuckers Maltings is one of only a handful of floor Maltings that produces malt in the traditional way and we are the only traditional Maltings in England. http://edwintucker.co.uk
Plymouth Gin
This tour provides a fascinating 40-minute overview of the history of the Distillery as well as an introduction to how Plymouth Gin is made. http://plymouthgin.com
Healey's Cornish Cider Farm
Healey’s Cornish Cider mix apples & imagination to make delicious food & drink. http://thecornishcyderfarm.co.uk
Lifton Farm Shop
Fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables, the smell of freshly cooked bread. See the bakers and pastry chefs busily producing an array of products. The butchery is stocked with home reared South Devon beef, home reared lamb and local pork. Other homemade products include apple juice, selection of jams and chutneys and not forgetting icecream made with their own soft fruit! http://www.liftonfarmshop.co.uk
Eastcote Vineyard
Eastcott is a 6 acre vineyard and winery making still and sparkling English wines. http://www.eastcottvineyard.co.uk
Hotel Endsleigh
Set by the River Tamar on 108 acres of land, this 1811 Regency shooting lodge features an oak-panelled restaurant with a fireplace which offers lunch, dinner and afternoon tea, and the grounds contain formal gardens and an arboretum. http://www.hotelendsleigh.com
Royal Inn, Horsebridge
This 15th Century Royal Inn is located on the Tamar Trail just a 10 minute walk from Beera Farm. The Inn was once a nunnery and stands near the ancient Horsebridge, which was built over the River Tamar in 1437 by French Benedictine monks. Charles I is reputed to have visited the pub during the civil war & left his seal in the granite step ‘for services rendered’. A selection of real ales, wines, spirits and non-alcoholic drinks are served. The restaurant is open for lunches and evening meals and offers traditional home-cooked cuisine prepared using local sourced produce. http://www.royalinn.co.uk
Family Days Out
A superb day out for the whole family
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Crealy Adventure Park Devon
Crealy Great Adventure Parks offer fun family days out with the kids in Devon and Cornwall with Roller coasters, animals, attractions and Fun! http://www.crealy.co.uk/Devon
Crealy Adventure Park Cornwall
Crealy Great Adventure Parks offer fun family days out with the kids in Devon and Cornwall with Roller coasters, animals, attractions and Fun! http://www.crealy.co.uk/Cornwall
Woodland Theme Park
Leisure park with sixty acres of rides and activities, also a caravan and camping park. http://www.woodlandspark.com
National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth
Visit the UK’s largest Aquarium and be amazed by our fascinating underwater world and how we all play a part in conserving it. http://www.national-aquarium.co.uk
Monkey Sanctuary
An intimate insight into a working sanctuary. The Monkey Sanctuary provides a home for different species of monkeys mostly rescued from the primate pet trade. http://www.monkeysanctuary.org
Dartmoor Otters & Buckfast Butterflies
Tamar Otter & Wildlife Centre
Dartmoor Zoo
Paignton Zoo
Living Coasts
Miniature Pony Centre
Pennywell Farm
The Big Sheep
Becky Falls
Trethorne Leisure Park, Launceston
Trethorne Leisure Park is a great family day out providing fantastic all weather fun for children of all ages. Easy to find just off the A30 near Launceston.
