Explore the very best of Crossgate and North Cornwall from your shepherd’s hut retreat.
🌊 Nearby Beaches
- Widemouth Bay – A wide, sandy beach perfect for surfing, walking, or watching the sunset (25 mins drive).
- Crackington Haven – Quiet and picturesque, with rock pools and a lovely cliffside café (20 mins).
- Bude – Bustling coastal town with beaches, shops, and the iconic tidal sea pool (30 mins).
- Trebarwith Strand – Hidden gem with a dramatic backdrop, great for walks at low tide (35 mins).
- Polzeath Beach – Popular with surfers, with nearby cafes and a chilled vibe (45 mins).
🥾 Scenic Walks & Nature
- South West Coast Path – Access from Boscastle, Crackington, or Bude for spectacular cliff walks.
- Tamar Valley Trails – Peaceful woodland and riverside walks full of wildlife and views.
- Minions & Bodmin Moor – Ancient stone circles, wild ponies, and rugged moorland views (25 mins).
- Roughtor – Cornwall’s second-highest point, great for hiking and panoramic views (35 mins).
- St Nectan’s Glen – Mystical woodland walk to a magical waterfall near Tintagel (40 mins).
🍽️ Pubs & Local Food
- The Rising Sun Inn (Altarnun) – Traditional pub with real ales and hearty meals (10 mins).
- The Springer Spaniel (Treburley) – Gastropub owned by a MasterChef winner (20 mins).
- The Eliot Arms (Tregadillett) – Great Sunday roasts and warm atmosphere (15 mins).
- The Cobweb Inn (Boscastle) – Characterful historic pub with a cosy vibe and live music (35 mins).
- The Kings Head (Five Lanes) – Good pub grub and close to Minions walks (10 mins).
🛍️ Shops & Essentials
- Launceston Town Centre – Local shops, cafés, pharmacy, petrol and supermarkets (15 mins).
- Lifton Farm Shop – Excellent Cornish produce, butchery, gifts and a brilliant café (20 mins).
- Bude Farmers Market – Fridays in summer: fresh produce, crafts, and street food (30 mins).
- Boscastle Pottery & Shops – Lovely for browsing local art, ceramics, and handmade items (35 mins).
- Tintagel – Pick up souvenirs, books, crystals and enjoy the legend-filled high street (40 mins).
🐾 Animal & Unique Experiences
- Enjoy a walk through the grounds here at Shepherd’s Delight to meet our alpacas and rare breed animals
- Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre – Vintage rides, history, and nostalgia (25 mins).
- The Hidden Valley – Family-friendly puzzle park and nature trails near Launceston (20 mins).
- Dartmoor National Park – Wild ponies, tors, and moorland hikes – within 45 minutes’ reach.
🏰 Local Attractions
- Launceston Castle – 13th-century ruins with panoramic views and interesting local history.
- Tintagel Castle – Legendary birthplace of King Arthur, perched on a dramatic clifftop (40 mins).
- Boscastle Harbour – Charming historic fishing village with scenic walks and the Witchcraft Museum.
- Minions & The Hurlers – Explore ancient stone circles, myths, and the Cheesewring rock formation.
- Cotehele House & Gardens (National Trust) – Beautiful riverside estate (45 mins).
- The Eden Project – World-renowned eco domes and rainforest experience (1 hour+).
🚗 Getting Around
- A car is recommended to explore the area with ease.
- Free parking is available on-site.
- Quiet country roads lead to most attractions.
- The nearest major train station is Liskeard, approx. 25 mins by car.