Location: Bodmin
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Bodmin (Cornish: Bosvena) is a civil parish and historic town in Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. It is situated south-west of Bodmin Moor.
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1. Cornwall's Regimental Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 152 reviews
Explore one of Bodmin’s most imposing historic buildings, Bodmin Keep. Discover a warm welcome at Cornwall’s Regimental Museum, a fun and friendly attraction, suitable for all the family. Open 7 days a week during school holidays. Situated close to Bodmin & Wenford Railway, we house one of the finest military collections in the South West. Our displays include uniforms through the ages, paintings and decorative arts, superb medals, an outstanding collection of weaponry and a few surprises! Join us for one of our many events, or just come along to browse our collection. While you're here why not have a go at our museum quiz, or give the bugle a go! ENTRANCE RATES 2018 All paid entry includes an annual pass, including adults, children, family passes and railway discounts. • Adults – £6 • Ages 6 – 16 years – £2 • Ages 5 and under – FREE • Family Pass (2 adults and up to 4 children): £15 • Dogs – FREE. We are proud to be a dog friendly attraction and dogs are welcome
Reviewed By Hunrosa2019 - Truro, United Kingdom
Following the loss of our dog yesterday, we decided (my partner & I) to keep busy. We wanted to stay local and this military Museum was on the to do list. The museum is dog friendly including all the internal rooms which i found welcoming. The museum itself is set across two floors and has a wonderful military war timeline the exhibitions and items on display were of great quality and such a vast array of memorabilia. There is an entire floor of historical military weapons and of medals Including the Victoria Cross of which all the present and on display. I was surprised to find for half term (I have no children so I was not aware!) That the museum was free of charge for entry!! I was a little disappointed at this especially as £6 per person (adult) was such a minimum entrance fee for such a fascinating and beautiful collection in a real Army Barracks. However we did make some donations and purchased a couple of items out of the shop. (However even if the museum only charged £1 per person as a promotion- it was incredibly busy yesterday and they could’ve made little bit of money, anyway I’m not the CEO or business manager!!) I must add, the lady who was working on the entrance/shop was incredibly friendly, heartwarming, informative and very helpful. Randomly, on leaving the museum my dog needed the toilet! I had her deposit in a little bag. I did search the entire external grounds for a bin and couldn’t find one. However on stopping a member of staff they didn’t hesitate to take this bag of doggy deposit from me to dispose of it on my behalf. I found the very grateful and such a nice gesture. They also have an antique shop of books which sells simple refreshments on a honesty box service, I really liked the fact that wonderful drinks and flavours were on offer and not just Pepsi et cetera. We spent several hours throughout the museum however my only tiny tiny criticism would be, ensure there is a notice/sign saying this way to 2nd floor as we completely missed this entrance/staircase and only on returning to the lovely lady she commented on both floors and we realised we had still another floor to visit! Overall, I will absolutely be visiting this museum again. We were due to also visit the town Museum yesterday however spent the entire day simply enjoying, learning and invoking memories of my service time within this museum. It’s a must visit place!!! 10/10.
2. Roughtor
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By 283lucyb
Once we'd managed to find the car park, we had a brilliant walk exploring the peaks of Roughtor. The terrain is challenging but not horrendous, and the surrounding wildlife is lovely. Brilliant views at the top and a nice chat with the wild ponies on the way down! Well worth it.
3. Bodmin Information Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Visit the official Information Centre in Bodmin, Cornwall, for things to do, events, tickets, travel, locally produced gifts and much more... Situated in the Shire Hall, our building is fascinating in its own right...the Information Centre is based inside what was a former Assize Court...many of the original features can still be seen including the Judge’s Bench and the Jury Box...and you can’t help but wonder how it would have been in Victorian times, when the Shire Hall was built. The Information Centre staff are very friendly and love to help; it is a multi award winning service, and the staff want to ensure you receive platinum service. :) So do come in and see us. We’d love to welcome you to Bodmin.
4. Lanhydrock and Respryn Circular Walk
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
A circular walk through the mature broadleaf woodland in the less well-known areas of the Lanhydrock estate, through bluebell woods and along the River Fowey, past the mediaeval bridge at Respryn, built after numerous prayers for safe passage in the ford-side chapel, had not resulted in the desired outcome. 3.8 miles. Steepness: easy-moderate.
Reviewed By TheMuscovyDuck
A quiet circular walk through the woods that is on a mixture of trails and paved paths. There are plenty of options to lengthen the walk if you wish with a network of paths throughout the woods. Even though we did the walk on August Bank Holiday it was not at all crowded and we were on our own most the time.
5. Bodmin Moor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 191 reviews
This wild and craggy moor offers many historic attractions including prehistoric granite "sculptures" and the supposed final resting place for King Arthurs legendary sword Excalibur.
Reviewed By R0bbie78 - Wickford, United Kingdom
Parked up near Minions and walked across the moor to the Hurlers Stone Circles. Fabulous views for miles around. There are 3 stone circles 2 of which have been re furbished and once again left you wondering what use our ancestors put them to.
6. Lanhydrock House and Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,035 reviews
This 19th-century high-Victorian country house is one of the most fascinating in England. Colourful gardens, riverside walks and family friendly cycle trails.
Reviewed By pgould87 - Burton upon Trent, United Kingdom
Keep coming back we love visiting been many times staff are so friendly even our youngest managed to catch a ride back up on the electric buggy car lol cheeky devil definitely worth visiting so much to see beautiful house and gardens
7. Camel Valley Vineyard
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 494 reviews
SMALL VISITOR ATTRACTION OF THE YEAR - Cornwall Tourism Awards 2019/20. Working, family owned vineyards and winery. Serving wine by the glass Mon-Fri 11am-4:30pm. Booking on-line is essential for tours and wine by the glass. Tables are limited with a maximum of 5 people per table (this includes children). No food except grissini, crisps, olives etc. If you arrive without a booking, we may not be able to serve you wine by the glass. Scheduled tours (booking and fee), you will automatically have a table reserved for you with the tour so you can order wine by the glass and half glass to taste as you wish after the tour has finished. Numbers restricted for social distancing, on-line booking essential for all tours and for wine by the glass/bottle on the terrace. Case, bottle sales available during opening hours (click and collect). Sorry, no dogs except guide dogs. Opening times vary according to the season.
Reviewed By cathysU9818HX
My husband and I visited Camel Valley vineyard during our week long tour around Cornwall. The trip was planned around a visit to the vineyard after seeing it reviewed on a TV programme last year, when 5 Celebrities went caravanning. This spurred me into buying a bottle of Camel Valley Rose sparking wine. Well I don't need much encouragement, and certainly wasn't disappointed. This amazing vineyard produces the most amazing English wines, and most certainly rivals any of the best Champagne from France. I'm now converted and will only purchase from Camel Valley. The tour around the winery was very informative and opened our eyes to the work that goes into producing the wines. I've always loved Champagne, however the Camel Valley sparking wine certainly deserves all the awards it has gained and in my view is better than Ruinart champagne. Let's fly the flag for English wine!
8. Pinsla Garden and Nursery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 57 reviews
Pinsla is a two acre artists garden and nursery in a picturesque Cornish woodland. We are one of the most peaceful gardens you will find, easily accessible and welcome dogs. We are open from the end of February until the end of October.
9. Bodmin Town Museum
10. Bodmin Jail
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 184 reviews
The Bodmin Jail Attraction now incorporates the 'Dark Walk' experience; featuring the latest technology & theatrical effects in four linked experiences that allow visitors to immerse themselves in the life & death within the prison walls and the region as a whole. Ghostly voices from Cornwall's murky past will appear alongside highway robbers, smugglers & prolific former inmates; following their journeys through sentencing, life in prison, and finally the condemned cell leading to the Execution Zone. Suitable for 8yrs+ with parental guidance. Pre-booked Guided Tours, Scary Cinema Night, and After Dark Experiences available. SAT NAV device: PL31 2PY Please note: Last entry at 4.10pm
Reviewed By salik801
Went today as a family with two kids, eight and ten. Kids loved it saying it was 'fun and a bit scary!' ???? So well done, some great true stories are told with special effects (creating an immersive experience) and you get to see lots of cells with interesting info about some of the previous inhabitants and their daily lived experience. Might be a bit gruesome for little ones I suppose, but we really enjoyed it!!! Great gift shop too!!! We'll definitely be returning. Thank you Bodmin Jail x
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