Advent is a large parish made up of the small hamlets of Tressiney,
Pencarrow and Higher Town which are located on the outskirts of Camelford.
Advent parish also stretches out to include Davidstow Airfield, Crowdy
Reservoir and Roughtor Car Park. The parish carries on to Allens Ford and
keeps inside the River Allen to where it meets with the River Camel, and up
to the B3266. The14th century Church of St. Adwena is situated at
Tressiney and a very small Methodist Church which is used for special
occasions at Highertown. The parish also has several pretty footpaths, and
is part of the the national cycle route.
Widewalls Farm is situated in a very private and peaceful setting, on the southern edge of Bodmin Moor. This area of outstanding natural beauty, with it's granite tors and panoramic views, is ideal for those interested in walking, cycling and natural history. It is also perfect for those who enjoy peace and tranquility.
To help you make the most of your stay on beautiful "Bodmin Moor", here is a small overview of what is immediately accessible from your cosy Cornish cottage. Historical sites, including ancient Cairns and the remains of stone and hut circles are all within walking distance.
If you look across the moor from here, you are able to see Stannon stone circle, which is actively used by Druids and white witches. There are spectacular views from "Alex Tor" and "The Candras", from where you can continue to King Arthur's Hall. Make up your own mind if he actually held meetings with his knights here, or whether it was an ancient market place. No one really knows.
Choose between discovering the open moorland or strolling the network of quiet lanes and footpaths around the unspoilt countryside. A peaceful riverside pathway can reach the quaint town of Camelford and there is also an interesting walk around the nearby mining village of St. Breward.
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"Brown Willy", Cornwall's only mountain, and its dramatic neighbour, "Roughtor" can be accessed on foot or, alternatively, there is a National Trust car park at the foot of Roughtor from where you can continue to walk on to Brown Willy and the popular "Jamaica Inn" if you are very energetic. Some areas of the moor are suitable for mountain bike riding, and, in addition, our farm is situated along the "National Cycle Route". Fishing, golf and horse riding facilities are also nearby.
Places of interest to visit include Tintagel, home of the legendary King Arthur and the remains of his clifftop castle. The diminutive beaches and coves around this coastline are popular with surfers and sunbathers alike. Neighbouring Boscastle is a village set in a beautiful valley, whose natural harbour and breathtaking clifftop walks have inspired the likes of Thomas Hardy.
Port Issac, the picturesque fishing village that provided the backdrop to the film "Saving Grace" and "Doc Martin" is well worth a visit. Padstow or "Padstein", as it has been coined, is another popular fishing village, home to Rick Stein's bistro and restaurant (advance booking a must). It is possible to cycle here along the "Camel Trail" from Wadebridge, where bikes can be hired from "Bridge Bike Hire". Alternatively you can join the camel trail at Wenford Bridge or Poley's Bridge just outside of St. Breward.
There are many National Trust properties nearby. Lanhydrock House, just outside of Bodmin, is a favourite. Further afield you will find the remarkable St. Michael's Mount, Trelissick and many others. There are also many beautiful Gardens to visit. "The Lost Gardens of Heligan", Trewithen, Glendurgan, Trevarno and Pencarrow House are but a few. And lets not forget the innovative gardens of the Eden Project, a mere 25 miles from here. Bodmin Moor is surprisingly central, and being close to the A30 makes it easy to access more southern areas of Cornwall. "The Minack", a breathtaking open-air theatre chiselled into the cliffs near Land's End is well worth the drive. You can precede an evening performance with a tour of the picturesque Lizard Peninsula or Land's End itself. |
