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Camelford is an old Cornish town located on the River Camel, and is believed by some to be the former site of the mythical Camelot. It is around six miles inland, and the attractions include a choice of golf courses and walks. You can also cycle along the Camel Trail or visit some of the town’s historic buildings.
 
 
 
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British Cycling Museum
The nations largest and foremost museum of cycling history from 1818 to the present day, with over 1000 cycling medals and badges, window displays of gas, candle, battery and oil lighting, enamel signs and framed pictures. An extensive library all...
 
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North Cornwall Museum
Opened in 1974, this privately owned museum is set in a building that was originally used for making coaches and wagons. The museum covers many aspects of life in North Cornwall from fifty to a hundred years ago. These include...
 
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Boscastle Harbour   (Approx 7 Miles)
After the extensive damage caused by a flash flood in 2004, a restoration programme was undertaken to return Boscastle to its rightful place as one of the glories of the north Cornish coast. A natural harbour, protected from the...
 
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Bossiney Beach   (Approx 8 Miles)
This secluded beach is a great place to escape the crowds during the summer months, and is surrounded by some truly spectacular scenery. Located between Tintagel and Boscastle, it is a narrow, sandy beach which is covered up at high...
 
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Jamaica Inn   (Approx 9 Miles)
Anybody who is a fan of Daphne du Maurier’s novels will enjoy a visit to the famous Jamaica Inn that was the subject of one of her best loved works of literature. The inn was first built in 1750...
 
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Looe Island   (Approx 6 Miles)
Also known as St George’s Island, this half-mile wide island lies off Hannafore Point, southwest of Looe. It is possible to walk to the island during the lowest tides of the year. A medieval chapel was built on it, and...
 
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Museum of Witchcraft   (Approx 10 Miles)
The Museum of Witchcraft houses the world’s largest collection of witchcraft related artefacts and regalia. The museum is 50 years old and has been in Boscastle since 1960. It is one of Cornwall’s most popular museums.
 
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Shire Hall   (Approx 7 Miles)
The Shire Hall was built in 1837 as the County Assizes. Today, its main attraction is the Court Room Experience, which offers visitors the chance to take part in a mock 1840s trial, and even be a member of the...
 
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St Petroc's Parish Church   (Approx 12 Miles)
Named after the founder of Bodmin, St Petroc's is the largest parish church in Cornwall. The site is believed to be the original location of St Petroc's monastery, though most of the present church was built in 1469-1472. Part of...
 
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St Thomas à Becket Chapel   (Approx 12 Miles)
This 14th Century chantry chapel was originally used to offer prayers and celebrate masses for the souls of the dead, in order to speed them through Purgatory to Heaven. After the Reformation, the building was used as a Grammar School...
 
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Tintagel Castle   (Approx 7 Miles)
Dramatically set atop steep cliffs and possessing stunning views, Tintagel is the mythical home of King Arthur. The ruins date from the 12th and 13th centuries and walking up and down the steep paths and steps takes you around what...
 
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Tintagel Post Office   (Approx 12 Miles)
This beautiful old building was originally a 14th Century manor house; it became the Post Office in 1844 and served in that role until 1872. It fell into disrepair over the next 20 years, but concerned local people saved it...
 
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