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looking over Stratton, Cornwall, from Howards lane

Stratton (48 Pictures)

in the county of Cornwall (1.0 miles, 1.6 km)

Stratton is a short distance inland from the resort of Bude and was the scene of a Civil War battle in 1643...

Methodist Church at Bude

Bude (176 Pictures)

a Seaside Town in the county of Cornwall (1.3 miles, 2.0 km, direction SW)

Backed in parts by grassy downs, the wide sandy sweep of Bude Bay with creamy waves flowing in endless procession from the Atlantic make this a perfect summer place for surfers...

Seagulls at Hartland Quay

Hartland Quay (30 Pictures)

in the county of Devon (10.4 miles, 16.7 km, direction N)

The beauty of Hartland Quay is only eclipsed by the rugged cliffs which loom above it...

Hartland Bay

Hartland (49 Pictures)

in the county of Devon (10.4 miles, 16.7 km, direction N)

There is not a lot to beat the sound of waves crashing against the rocky promontory which was known by the Roman's as the "Promontory of Hercules"...

View 3 from the road into Clovelly.

Clovelly (320 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Devon (12.2 miles, 19.6 km, direction NE)

Clovelly is beautiful, it retains an 'Olde Worlde' charm that even along this breathtaking coastline, is simply incomparable...

Boscastle, July 2010

Boscastle (133 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Cornwall (13.0 miles, 21.0 km, direction SW)

Boscastle is favoured with the only natural harbour along a rugged rock strewn twenty mile stretch of North Cornish Coast...

Castle Gate and the Town Hall

Launceston (20 Pictures)

a Historic Market Town in the county of Cornwall (15.8 miles, 25.5 km, direction SE)

There is a restless beauty about this stunning region, it has constantly changing vista's, the beautiful stone of enchanting houses glows in the warmth of the sun...

Slated

Tintagel (197 Pictures)

in the county of Cornwall (15.9 miles, 25.5 km, direction SW)

Legendry seat of King Arthur, graced with spectacular cliff scenery and the ruins of a castle built for the Earl of Cornwall in 1145, and of a Celtic Monastery. King Arthur's.....

Watergate Bay

Watergate (10 Pictures)

in the county of Cornwall (17.5 miles, 28.2 km, direction S)

Watergate occupies a lovely location between the picturesque fishing harbour of Padstow and the exciting surfing beaches of Newquay...

Irsha Street, Appledore, North Devon (Sept 05)

Appledore (52 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Devon (20.6 miles, 33.2 km, direction NE)

Appledore is as enchanting as its name. It is a pretty place that shows a host of colourful fishermens cottages in the narrow streets beyond the quay..

Instow sunset

Instow (20 Pictures)

in the county of Devon (21.1 miles, 33.9 km, direction NE)

Instow is a gorgeous seaside resort with a mass of golden sands backed by a delightful village clambering upwards to meet with fine wooded countryside...

Fantastic sunset at Port Gaverne, Cornwall

Port Gaverne (11 Pictures)

in the county of Cornwall (21.6 miles, 34.7 km, direction SW)

The village itself was especially noted for Pilchards, a fact which caused many fishermen in the 19th-century to make this little place their home. ..

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

Port Isaac (114 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Cornwall (21.8 miles, 35.0 km, direction SW)

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...

Country view

Croyde (21 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Devon (24.0 miles, 38.6 km, direction NE)

Croyde village has a scattering of thatched, colourwashed cottages and other delightful buildings, all sheltered by dunes which stand between the village and the bay...

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 (25.1 miles, 40.4 km, direction SW)

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...

Pozeath beach

Polzeath (12 Pictures)

a Seaside Town in the county of Cornwall (25.3 miles, 40.7 km, direction SW)

This is an area of pleasant coves, delightful bays and quaint villages. ..

Tavistock

Tavistock (63 Pictures)

a Historic Market Town in the county of Devon (26.3 miles, 42.3 km, direction SE)

Tavistock is located in Devon, on the edge of Dartmoor National Park. It has a rich history, a charming market, and is known for its scenic surroundings...

Rock, Cornwall

Rock (18 Pictures)

in the county of Cornwall (26.5 miles, 42.6 km, direction SW)

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

Padstow Harbour, Cornwall

Padstow (187 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Cornwall (27.7 miles, 44.6 km, direction SW)

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...

Recommended attractions near Poughill

Launceston Castle, Cornwall

Launceston Castle (9 Pictures)

(15.8 miles, 25.4 km, direction SE)

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Tintagel Castle - April 2004

Tintagel Castle (83 Pictures)

(15.8 miles, 25.4 km, direction SW)

The local tourist industry in Tintagel leans heavily upon tales surrounding King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, but.....

Inside Merlin's Cave, Tintagel, Cornwall.

Merlin's Cave (8 Pictures)

(15.8 miles, 25.5 km, direction SW)

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

Tintagel Post Office, Tintagel, Cornwall

Tintagel Old Post Office (11 Pictures)

(15.9 miles, 25.5 km, direction SW)

This delightful stone building with its bright red pillar-box fitted into its ancient wall is found in the coastal village of.....

The Square Garden

RHS Garden Rosemoor (35 Pictures)

(18.4 miles, 29.6 km, direction E)

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The famous and historic Bodmin Moor, Bodmin, Cornwall

Bodmin Moor (69 Pictures)

(19.1 miles, 30.8 km, direction S)

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Lydford Castle, Lydford, Devon

Lydford Castle (1 Pictures)

(22.8 miles, 36.6 km, direction SE)

A simple square keep is all that remains of Lydford Castle. The castle, standing on a small mound in the shadow of the church.....

Bridge over the river at Lydford Gorge, Devon.

Lydford Gorge (49 Pictures)

(23.0 miles, 36.9 km, direction SE)

A picturesque stone bridge crosses the River Lyd just south of the village of Lydford. At this point the river often falls fast.....

Prideaux Place, Near Padstow

Prideaux Place (3 Pictures)

(27.7 miles, 44.6 km, direction SW)

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

Merrivale rows also know has the Plague Market, - On Dartmoor

Merrivale Prehistoric Settlement (3 Pictures)

(29.3 miles, 47.1 km, direction SE)

Set in a dark, brooding corner of Dartmoor, the Merrivale Rows show a vast variety of shape and formation. The site is also.....


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