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in the county of Cornwall

About Wadebridge

A delightful bridge that has 17 arches and is 320ft long spans the River Camel. It is one of the finest medieval bridges in England and was built around 1485. It was widened in 1849 and the old day's that record Wadebridges long history as a port, are recalled by quays that exist beneath the bridge to either side of the Camel. Legend tells us that packs of wool may have been sunk into the river bed to make solid foundations for the piers.

Nearby is a deserted railway line to Padstow, and it is from the path that runs alongside the line that you get the best view of the Camel and it's estuary. In fine weather, you can take an enjoyable walk along this path which skirts Dennis Hill, where there is a monument of Queen Victoria.

Wadebridge hosts The Royal Cornwall Show in June each year. This annual event is attended by people from all over Devon and Cornwall. Of interest nearby, is the Cornish Motor Museum which displays Traction Engines and Vintage Cars from many decades.

This enchanting place, is close to Padstow and Rock which are now renowed as excellent surfing resorts. Padstow is the home of the famous chef Rick Stein whose restaurant here specialises in fresh fish and seafood. Wadebridge is a super resort in it's own right and an ideal base from which to tour this glorious part of Cornwall.

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Approaching Rock, Cornwall, from the Padstow Ferry

Rock (18 Pictures) in the county of Cornwall

(3.7 miles, 6.0 km, direction NW of Wadebridge)

Rock is known to have been visited by at least one Royal Prince...

Padstow, Cornwall

Padstow (187 Pictures) a Picturesque Village in the county of Cornwall

(4.7 miles, 7.5 km, direction NW of Wadebridge)

Padstow has become a phenomenon of the latter half of the 20th-century when Chef, Rick Stein, together with his endearing little dog, Chalky first burst upon our T.V. screens following the opening of his famous "Seafood Restaurant" which has since become a Mecca for fish and seafood lovers from all over the country and Europe...

Doc Martin's House, Port Isaac, aka Port Wenn

Port Isaac (114 Pictures) a Picturesque Village in the county of Cornwall

(5.5 miles, 8.8 km, direction N of Wadebridge)

Port Isaac offers visitors many rich experiences from strolls around its ancient streets and narrow alleys criss-crossing the hillside, to simply standing on the top of a cliff watching the foaming waves of the changing tide...

Bay at New Polzeath in early evening. Walk left on Beach for just yards to Polzeath.

New Polzeath (1 Pictures) in the county of Cornwall

(5.5 miles, 8.8 km, direction NW of Wadebridge)

New Polzeath overlooks the extensive sands at Hayles Bay, where westerly winds provide perfect conditions for surfers. Just north of New Polzeath you can find steps leading to a beautiful beach...

Bodmin jail

Bodmin (130 Pictures) in the county of Cornwall

(6.4 miles, 10.3 km, direction SE of Wadebridge)

Historically fascinating and naturally beautiful, this area of North Cornwall has so much to offer. Equidistant from both the north and south coasts, Bodmin is an excellent base.....

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Prideaux Place, Near Padstow

Prideaux Place (3 Pictures)

(5.0 miles, 8.1 km, direction NW)

This gorgeous historic house, caressed by lush creeping foliage lies in an outstanding position beside the waters of the River.....

The Shire Hall, Bodmin, Cornwall

The Shire Hall (2 Pictures)

(6.2 miles, 10.0 km, direction SE)

This beautifully preserved building is one of Cornwall's gems from the 19th-century. The Shire Hall was built in 1838 and shows.....

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Bodmin & Wenford Railway (21 Pictures)

(6.5 miles, 10.4 km, direction SE)

This railway is Cornwall's only standard gauge railway still operated by steam locomotives and the trains run through some.....

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Lanhydrock House (67 Pictures)

(8.0 miles, 12.9 km, direction SE)

Magnificent late Victorian country house with extensive servants' quarters, gardens and wooded estate...

Restormel Castle.

Restormel Castle (45 Pictures)

(10.7 miles, 17.2 km, direction SE)

Built around 1300, once home to Edward, the Black Prince, the great circular shell-keep survives in good condition and is the.....

Tintagel Post Office, Tintagel, Cornwall

Tintagel Old Post Office (11 Pictures)

(10.9 miles, 17.5 km, direction NE)

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Inside Merlin's Cave, Tintagel, Cornwall.

Merlin's Cave (8 Pictures)

(11.2 miles, 18.0 km, direction N)

This deep cavernous black slate hole, full of eyrie atmosphere is said to be the cave where the legendry King Arthur is purported.....


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