Fort Picklecombe, Cornwall
Nearby beauty spots
You can reach Kingsand/Cawsand with its pebbly beaches via the footpath from the Fort. It's got an array of beautiful seaside cottages, painted in varying bright colours.
There are plenty of pubs to visit for a spot of food, a small convenience store for necessities and a lovely beach to relax or play on.
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Kingsand
You can reach Kingsand/Cawsand with its pebbly beaches via the footpath from the Fort. It's got an array of beautiful seaside cottages, painted in varying bright colours.
There are plenty of pubs to visit for a spot of food, a small convenience store for necessities and a lovely beach to relax or play on.
Just around the Rame Penninsula once you've walked through Kingsand/Cawsand, you can get some glorious views of Whistand Bay!
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Rame
Just around the Rame Penninsula once you've walked through Kingsand/Cawsand, you can get some glorious views of Whistand Bay!
On the doorstep of the Fort - either go one way towards Plymouth or the other way, South, towards Rame and who knows where you'll end up!
South West Coast Path
South West Coast PathOn the doorstep of the Fort - either go one way towards Plymouth or the other way, South, towards Rame and who knows where you'll end up!
City/town information
Plymouth is a small city which you can reach from our flat without even getting in a car (if you don't want to). You can take the Cremyll ferry across the Tamar to the outskirts of the city and then walk towards the Hoe and the Barbican.
Once at the Barbican, there are plenty of shops, cafes and places to explore, as well as the Aquarium on the other side.
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Plymouth
Plymouth is a small city which you can reach from our flat without even getting in a car (if you don't want to). You can take the Cremyll ferry across the Tamar to the outskirts of the city and then walk towards the Hoe and the Barbican.
Once at the Barbican, there are plenty of shops, cafes and places to explore, as well as the Aquarium on the other side.
Food scene
A fantastic food spot which can be reached either by foot or car from the Fort.
Set within an old barracks, and just off the footpath between Fort Picklecombe and Kingsand, the Canteen is a great place for a spot of brunch with incredible sea views from the path.
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The canteen at maker heights
A fantastic food spot which can be reached either by foot or car from the Fort.
Set within an old barracks, and just off the footpath between Fort Picklecombe and Kingsand, the Canteen is a great place for a spot of brunch with incredible sea views from the path.
Lovely local place for a spot of food that you can reach on foot!
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The Old Bakery
Garrett StreetLovely local place for a spot of food that you can reach on foot!
The Orangery Restaurant
South West Coast PathLovely place for a spot of brunch or lunch after walking in the Mount Edgecumbe grounds.
The Farriers
Lovely place for a spot of brunch or lunch after walking in the Mount Edgecumbe grounds.
The Salty Dog Cafe
Gallows ParkLovely cafe with good breakfast options
Sightseeing
Just over the Tamar from Plymouth is the wonderful Mount Edgcumbe house and country park. Our wonderful flat also sits on the edge of the grounds so you can take a spectacular walking trail from the front door to house and gardens.
The country park is free to visit and you can spend hours enjoying the nature and surrounding area including the National Camellia Collections with over 1,000 varieties and species.
There are even other activities available on site like Adventure Segway and Frisbee Golf.
https://www.mountedgcumbe.gov.uk/
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Mount Edgcumbe Park
Just over the Tamar from Plymouth is the wonderful Mount Edgcumbe house and country park. Our wonderful flat also sits on the edge of the grounds so you can take a spectacular walking trail from the front door to house and gardens.
The country park is free to visit and you can spend hours enjoying the nature and surrounding area including the National Camellia Collections with over 1,000 varieties and species.
There are even other activities available on site like Adventure Segway and Frisbee Golf.
https://www.mountedgcumbe.gov.uk/
A beautiful spot for views across the Tamar and out to the sea. Lovely spot for a picnic on a sunny day.
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The Hoe
A beautiful spot for views across the Tamar and out to the sea. Lovely spot for a picnic on a sunny day.
The Royal William Yard is a lovely place to walk around and explore, with plenty of places to eat and drink. Looking out over the Marina, you can walk here really easily from the where the Cremyll ferry drops you off at Admiral's Hard.
https://royalwilliamyard.com/
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Royal William Yard
The Royal William Yard is a lovely place to walk around and explore, with plenty of places to eat and drink. Looking out over the Marina, you can walk here really easily from the where the Cremyll ferry drops you off at Admiral's Hard.
https://royalwilliamyard.com/
Walk through Mount Edgecumbe grounds, down to the Cremyll Ferry where you can nip across the water to Plymouth.
The ferry is cash only so make sure you have some change on you.
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Cremyll Ferry
Walk through Mount Edgecumbe grounds, down to the Cremyll Ferry where you can nip across the water to Plymouth.
The ferry is cash only so make sure you have some change on you.
A fabulous outdoor adventure amongst the stunning backdrop of a grade one listed landscape.
If you're interested in this activity, it might be worth booking a timeslot ahead of your visit.
https://www.adventuresegway.co.uk/
Adventure Segway
A fabulous outdoor adventure amongst the stunning backdrop of a grade one listed landscape.
If you're interested in this activity, it might be worth booking a timeslot ahead of your visit.
https://www.adventuresegway.co.uk/