Camelford

Camelford is a historical town built on the River Camel, with the main north coast road, the A39 (Atlantic Highway) also flowing through the town which runs from Barnstaple-Bideford-Bude-Camelford-Wadebridge-Newquay, the sea-side villages of Port Isaac, Boscastle and Tintagel are only ten minutes away. It is an ideal base when exploring Cornwall, you will be close to the coast and its beaches in one direction and Bodmin Moor in the other. This ancient town which is set within the magnificent wooded countryside straddling the River Camel (originally called Camalan - meaning 'pretty' and 'crooked'), is a small but flourishing town with a great deal of history.

Some believe that King Arthur and his Knights form part of the North Cornwall history, and that Camelford was once the famed 'Camelot'

There are some breath taking sandy beaches sheltered from the wind and trapping the sun including Bossiney Cove, Crackington Haven and Trebarwith Strand - all close at hand. Whilst just inland you have the delights of Roughtor (from the top of which you can see both the North and South coasts of Cornwall) and Cornwall's highest mountain, Brown Willy.

North Cornwall has over sixty miles of Atlantic coast. Much of the coast and Bodmin Moor has been designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Camelford town also has much to offer for those travelling around North Cornwall, including doctors, dentists, banks, post office and all the other shops you would need. There is also a leisure centre and swimming pool, caravan and camp sites and an impressive eighteen-hole golf course. In short, Camelford is at the heart of a marvellous area for touring, walking, fishing, swimming and surfing. It is steeped in history and legend. The town itself, and its immediate area, offer excellent shopping, sporting and holiday facilities.

Whether you are rambling, cycling, touring, walking or just exploring all that North Cornwall has to offer take your time, and let the surroundings work their magic on you.