Links of interest
Morwellham Quay and Tamar Valley Trust has no control over the content of sites linked from this site. These links are provided "as is" and are intended to provide a possibly useful source of information for you.
The Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape World Heritage Site
Website that explains the World Heritage Site status of and international context for Morwellham Quay
Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
All you need to know about the landscape of this nationally protected area
Short Essays of the Tamar Valley - an illustrated book by Bernard F Carter.
A book of six essays, each with an evocative pen and ink drawing, written and illustrated by Morwellham Quay's resident artist, Bernard F Carter.
The book is available from the artist's gallery at Lime Kiln Cottages, Morwellham Quay, Tavistock, Devon: open every day from Easter through to October.
www.tamarvalley.org/ref/115441.htm
Tamar Valley Mining Heritage Project
A close look at the work taking place to celebrate the rich mining heritage of the Tamar Valley AONB
Other links:
www.camping-and-caravanning.co.uk
The Camping & Caravanning Directory
Directory of Camp Sites & Caravan Parks in the UK and Ireland. This site gives you a huge choice of campsites, holiday parks and caravan parks in the UK and Ireland, plus loads of useful information including places to visit.
www.cornwall365.co.uk/cornwall/category,20,Mining-Heritage.html
Cornwall 365
Mining photographs on Cornwall 365.
Devonponies - Riding and Trekking in the South West
Get info on the UK breeds of pony with a focus on trekking and riding in the South West UK. See photos of ponies in the wild and find stables and schools for your riding holidays.
www.enjoyengland.com/campaign/family-fun/
Enjoy England
Exciting ideas for kids and families across England
Independent Holiday Cottages
A large directory of independently owned self-catering holiday accommodation within the UK and Ireland.
Mayflowersteps - Plymouth past and present
Visit Plymouth, past and present. You'll find out about some important historical events and see lots of photos of the natural and built attractions in present day Plymouth, Spirit of Discovery. See the photo tour of Plymouth's seafront - the Barbican and Hoe.
Welcome to the North Cornwall Directory
The North Cornwall Directory - Travel and Tourism, Businesses and Accommodation in the North Cornwall area
All the year around Holiday Home
Holiday Home at Honicombe Manor Holiday Park based near Callington. Ideal location for visiting Devon and Cornwall.
Tavistock Devon
Locally run site with information and business directory on Tavistock Devon
The B & B Directory
Bed & Breakfasts, Guest Houses & Hotels directory. A non-agency website promoting Bed and Breakfasts throughout the UK and Ireland. You can choose where you want to go or get some suggestions. Lots of useful information.
www.viewsofcornwall.com/static/mining_in_cornwall.php
Views Of Cornwall
Mining information and photographs on Views Of Cornwall.
Walking site for those who use a buggy or pushchair
A walking site totally dedicated to walking routes for those with access challenges. The walks and associated OS maps are all free to download.
Walks for those who use a wheelchair
A web site totally dedicated to providing walking routes for those with access challenges. All walks and the associated OS maps are free to down load.
www.1waterways.freeserve.co.uk
Canal-navigations
Canal educational link
Attractions South West
Guide to some of the tourist & visitor attractions that are available within the South West of England UK
www.activereservations.com/hotel/en/hotels-near-attractions/211.html
Hotels near Morwellham Quay
Find Hotels near Morwellham Quay, check availability and book online.
Self Catering Holiday Cottages
Ideal location to stay in South Devon to visit attractions like Morwellham Quay. Inside the Dartmoor national Park overloking the coast.
Canal Navigations Photography
All the UK Canals and Navigations in photographs on this site.
Guided canoe trips on the Tamar
Gentle journeys with the tide on the river Tamar landing or launching at Morwellham Quay. Paddle a Canadian canoe in an informal group guided by experienced instructors. A wonderful outing for families or friends. 0845 430 1208
Club Domaine Holidays
At Club Domaine, our three attractive holiday villages offer everything you could ever want. High quality holiday homes, glorious surroundings, easy access to visitor attractions and a top range of on-site leisure and sporting facilities.
Self Catering Accomodation
Colcharton House is a Grade II 16th Century Farmhouse only minute away from Morwellham Quay.
Revenue Cutters and Smuggling Luggers
Traditional wooden boat building of historic replicas on-site at Morwellham Quay.
The Dartmoor Experience
Guided safaris of Dartmoor National Park taking in history,wildlife and scenery.6 seater and 10 seater vehicles available. Private and public tours available. See our summer programme.
www.daveuptonphotography.co.uk
tamar valley photographs
photographs of devon & cornwall.The Tamar Valley
www.devonbedandbreakfast.co.uk
Nichols Nymet House
Self Catering Cottages and Bed & Breakfast accommodation near Dartmoor.
Devon Family History Society
Looking for Devon Ancestors? Look at the Devon Family History Society's website and visit Tree House, the Society's Research Centre in Exeter.
www.eastcornwallmininghistoryassociation.co.uk
East Cornwall Mining History Association
A local association working to conserve the mining heritage of East Cornwall. The website describes the aims of the association and gives information about mines in the area.
The European Route of Industrial Heritage
A network of the best industrial heritage sites in the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium and France.
Visitor guide to Exeter and the surrounding county of Devon
ExeterViews is a visitor, tourist and residents guide to Exeter and the surrounding county of Devon.
Harrabeer Country House Hotel : with self catering accommodation
> Small, quiet, friendly, family-run hotel in Yelverton on the edge of Dartmoor. 6 bedrooms ensuite in HOTEL. 2 SELF CATERING suites in barn conversion. Evening meals by arrangement. Licensed. Bar.
Maritime Britain
Maritime Britain is the online guide to maritime heritage facilities and organisations in the UK
Morwellham sheds and garden furniture
We hand make to order a full range of Garden Furniture, Gates, Rose Arch, Sheds, Fencing, Pergola and more. Just Ask for a free quotation.
Morwellham's Child by Tania Crosse
A haunting and spirited saga based on the history of this Victorian port, 'Morwellham's Child' is an unforgettable story by exciting new author, Tania Crosse. Formerly published by The Garlandstone Press, this dramatic novel is being re-released this summer by Pan Books, and will be followed next year by the publication of 'Tavy's Daughter', another compelling drama set on the wilds of Dartmoor.
The comprehensive events guide for Plymouth
www.saltash.gov.uk/Partnership/Memberorgs/tps.htm
Mary Newmans Cottage, Saltash
Restored by The Tamar Protection Society, Mary Newman's Cottage is a Grade ll listed building believed to date from around 1480. Very few simple dwellings from this period have survived in such an intact state, giving us a clear insight into life for the majority in the late 1400’s. Check for opening times.
UK Hotels and Tourist Information
An interactive map of the UK showing hotels and tourist attractions
Stately Holiday Homes
Unique accommodation in the grounds of stately homes and landed estates
Tavistockonline - Information about Tavistock, a Westcountry market town in the heart of Dartmoor, D
At Tavistockonline we offer information about the the community, events that are happening in and around the Tavistock area and details of shops and businesses in the area of Tavistock.
The Garden House: the best garden in Britain?
The Garden House is designed to meld with its surrounding landscape to create an almost ethereal beauty; a place where luxuriant, brilliant colour creates unforgettable panoramas; a place where the past meets the present.
www.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk/Homework/victorians.html#who
The victorians homework resources
Has loads of information about the victorians from who they were to how the children worked and also what they invented, and its all aimed at children.