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Stay Local – Examples

Green Tourism Businesses Scheme in Cornwall

Some examples of the GTBS awarded businesses are:

 

Tremont, Penzance

                       

The Tremont Hotel offers high quality accommodation at affordable prices, we take pride with friendliness, cleanliness, and very good breakfasts!
Tel: +44 (0)1736 362614
Alexandra Road
Penzance
Cornwall
TR18 4LZ

 

Valency B&B, Boscastle

 

Enjoy luxury and the personal touch in our lovely eighteenth century home in Boscastle, an area of spectacular beauty. Stroll to the harbour, old village, Valency Valley or cliff top paths. Relax on the slate patio by the new conservatory.
Tel: +44(0)1840 250 397
Email: tillinghast@btinternet.com
Valency B&B
Penally Hill
Boscastle
Cornwall
PL35 0HF

 

Orchard Lodge B&B,Boscastle

 

Orchard Lodge is a haven of excellence locatated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the upper reaches of the old village of Boscastle. Offering Quality, Quiet and Peaceful accommodation in a non-smoking tranquil environment.

Tel: 01840 250 418

Email:orchardlodge@fsmail.net.

Geoff & Shelley Barratt
Orchard Lodge,
Gunpool Lane,
Boscastle, Cornwall.
PL35 0AT
01840 250 418

 
 

Bosayne Guest House, Tintagel

                                  Read Case Study     
Comfortable, family-friendly B&B in historic Tintagel. A relaxing place to stay located in a designated AONB. Recycling, energy and water saving are an everyday practice. Local produce & suppliers are used wherever possible.
Tel: +44 (0)1840 770514
Email: kdjewalker@bosayne.wanadoo.co.uk
Julie and Keith Walker
Bosayne Guest House
Atlantic Road
Tintagel
Cornwall
PL34 0DE

The Hen House, Helston

                              Read Case study

Set amidst a quiet hamlet at the top of Porthallow Valley, The Hen House commands views of the rolling countryside, only one mile from the Cornish coast. Each converted barn has its own large en-suite bathroom and door opening directly onto the courtyard garden.

Tel: +44 (0)1326 280236

Email: henhouseuk@aol.com

The Hen House

Tregarne,

Manaccan,

Helston

TR12 6EW

Mount Pleasant Farm, St Austell

 

Enjoy the peace and quiet of the Cornish countryside sea, beaches and coastline Relax at our comfortable Eco friendly organic smallholding. The Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan are nearby.

Tel: +44 (0)1726 843918

Email: Jill@mpfarm.aquiss.com

Mount Plesant Farm

Gorran High Lanes,

St Austell,

Cornwall,

PL26 6LR

Bedknobs B&B, Bodmin

 

Polgwyn, home to Bedknobs award-winning B&B is an elegant Victorian Villa set in woodland gardens a short walk from Bodmin town centre. Close to Bodmin Moor and the main A30 trunk road, Bedknobs makes a perfect base whether visiting Cornwall for business or pleasure.

Tel: +44 (0)1208 77553
Fax: +44 (0)1208 77885
e-mail: gilly@bedknobs.co.uk

Bedknobs

Bed and Breakfast,

Polgwyn,
Castle Street,
Bodmin PL31 2DX
Cornwall UK

Venus Cafe - Tolcarne, Newquay

 

Local and organic food and drink served throughout the day and early evening at the Venus Cafe.

Tel: +44 1209 712 651 or +44(0) 1209 719 172

Email: info@tolcarnebeach.co.uk

Tolcarne Beach Apartments
Tolcarne Beach
Newquay
Cornwall

Primrose Valley Hotel, St Ives

 

A contemporary styled Edwardian seaside villa with nine bedrooms, and a stunning state of the art new luxury suite, the hotel has a relaxed chic feel with attention to detail.

Tel: +44 (0)1736 794939

Email: info@primroseonline.co.uk

Primrose Valley Hotel,

Porthminster Beach,

St Ives

TR26 2ED

Budock Vean Hotel, Falmouth

                   Read Case Study

Nestled in 65 acres of subtropical gardens and parkland on the tranquil Helford River, this family-run 4 star hotel has an indoor pool, sauna, outdoor hot tub, natural health spa, 9-hole golf course and award-winning restaurant.

Tel: +44 (0)1326 250288
Reservations: +44 (0)1326 252100
Fax: 01326 250892

Email: relax@budockvean.co.uk

Budock Vean Hotel
Helford Passage
Mawnan Smith
Nr Falmouth
Cornwall
TR11 5LG

Bedruthan Steps Hotel, Newquay

                                 Read Case Study

Relax in luxury with breathtaking views over National Trust Coastline. Fine dining with superb Cornish menus. Unwind beside log fires or in the Ocean Spa. Explore Cornwall's spectacular North Coast.

Tel: +44 (0) 1637 860555
Reservations: 01637 860860

Bedruthan Steps Hotel

Mawgan Porth,

Cornwall

TR8 4BU

Pollaughan Cottages, Truro

 

Pollaughan Farm Cottages are set on the unspoilt and tranquil Roseland Peninsula, near Portscatho and St Mawes, offering a truly home-from-home feel to make a perfect holiday.

Tel/Fax: 01872 580150

Email: holidays@pollaughan.co.uk

Valerie & Tim Penny
Pollaughan Farm
Portscatho
Truro
Cornwall
TR2 5EH

 

Blue Seas, Penzance

 

This charming grade II listed family-run hotel set in a south-facing Regency terrace is ideally located for visitors to west Cornwall.

Tel & Fax: +44(0)1736 36 4744

13 Regent Terrace,

Penzance

TR18 4DW

The Old Rectory, Boscastle

 

Period house with Thomas Hardy connections within three acres of south facing gardens. Home grown produce served with the delicious breakfast.

Tel: +44 (0)1840 250 225

E-mail: sally@stjuliot.com

Sally or Chris Searle

The Old Rectory,

St Juliot,

Boscastle.

Cornwall PL35 0BT

Pawton Mill Farm House - Duchy of Cornwall, Wadebridge

 

Located one mile west of Wadebridge in a secluded wooded valley, the cottage is ideally placed to explore the North Cornwall coast with its breath taking views and magnificent sandy beaches.

Tel: +44 (0)1579 346473

Email: holidays@duchyofcornwall.gov.uk

Philippa Sullivan

Duchy of Cornwall

Station Road

Liskeard

PL14 4EE

Restormel Cottage

 

Restormel Cottage is a perfect retreat surrounded by extensive woodland walks. The accommodation is close to Cornwall's beautiful south coast and within easy travel distance of the rugged north coast.

Tel: 01579 346473

Email: holidays@duchyofcornwall.gov.uk

Philippa Sullivan
Duchy of Cornwall
Station Road
Liskeard
Cornwall
PL14 4EE

Penwarren Guest House, Falmouth

 

Clean, comfortable and friendly guest-house offering a personal service. The accommodation is close to shops and 4 minutes from beaches and near the railway station.

Tel: +44(0)1326 314216

Email: penwarren@btconnect.com

3, Avenue road

Falmouth

Cornwall

TR11 4AZ

Polreath Guest House, St. Martin's, Isles of Scilly

 

Polreath is a small, family-run 4 bedroomed guest house offering comfortable en-suite accommodation with sea views. Renowned for delicious home cooking using Island and Cornish ingredients where possible, supporting Fair-trade and Sustainable Tourism.

Tel: +44 (0)1720 422046
Email: s.poat@ntlworld.com
Mrs. Sarah Poat
Polreath
Higher Town
St. Martin's
Isles of Scilly
TR25 OQL

Camilla House, Penzance

 

Award-winning guest house accommodation with beautiful views over Mount's Bay. The property is a grade II listed Regency property in Penzance providing an ideal base for exploring West Cornwall.

Tel: +44(0)1736 363771

Camilla House,

Regent Terrace,

Penzance,

Cornwall

TR18 4DW

Tregerrick Farm, St Austell

 

Quality local food, quiet peaceful countryside, stunning views, comfortable rooms all en-suite, and private parking await you at Tregerrick.

Tel: +44 (0)1726 843418
Email: fandc.thomas@btconnect.com

Mrs. C Thomas
Tregerrick Farm
Gorran
St Austell
Cornwall
PL26 6NF

 
 

Carnglaze Caverns, Liskeard

 

Carnglaze consists of three underground caverns set in 6.5 acres of wooded hillside of the Loveny valley at St. Neot, near Liskeard.

Tel: +44 (0)1579 320251

Email: info@canglaze.com

Carnglaze Caverns & The Rum Store
St Neot,

Liskeard,

Cornwall,

PL14 6HQ

 
 
 

Owl Cottage Holidays, Falmouth

 

Featured in 'Cornwall Today. Tranquil country cottage, beautiful rural situation for Cornish Gardens, coastline of Lizard Peninsula, fabulous river estuaries, delights of Falmouth. Self-catering, tastefully refurbished, sleeps four, private garden, entrance, parking. Family run with play paddock.

Tel: +44 (0)1326 340493

Email: sara@owlcottageholidays.co.uk

Owl Cottage Holidays
Lower Treculliacks,

Constantine,

Falmouth,

Cornwall,

TR11 5QW

 

Gadles Farm Cottages

 

Newly renovated self-catering cottages in the Cornish countryside set within a large enclosed garden with private parking. Each cottage is fully equipped for your stay.

Tel: +44(0)1872 863214

Email: info@gadlesfarmholidays.co.uk

Gadles Farm,

Laity Moor,

Ponsanooth,

Truro,

TR3 7HS

 
 

Atlantic House, Helston

     picture supplied by Atlantic House   Read Case Study

 
An excellent quality, family run B&B with comfortable, bright rooms, with wonderful uninterrupted sea or countryside views and just 10 minutes walk from the coast path. All rooms are en-suite or private shower room and have TV and tea and coffee making facilities.

Tel: +44(0)1326 290399

Email: Jayne@atlantichouselizard.co.uk

Philips and Jayne Hayes

Atlantic House

Lizard

Cornwall

 
 

 

Unity Cottage, Truro

 

Unity Cottage at Valleyview Barn is a 4 star self-catering, three bedroom new barn conversion, sleeping up to six people. The property benefits from a sympathetic renovation with exposed beams, black riven slate flooring and under floor heating running throughout the property.

Tel: +44 (0)1209 820136

Email: reservations@valleyviewbarn.co.uk

Valleyview Barn,

Creegbrawse,

Nr. St Day,

Cornwall

TR16 5QF

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Full list of GTBS awarded businesses:
 

 

Gold:

1.      Bedknobs B&B

2.      Bedruthan Steps Hotel

3.      Blue Seas Guest House

4.      Bosayne Guest House

5.      Boscrowan Farm

6.      Bosinver Farm Cottages

7.      Budock Vean Hotel Ltd

8.      DJ & BM Pett (Gospenheale Barn) READ CASE STUDY

9.      Headland Cottages

10. Learn English in Cornwall

11. Lower Meadows B & B

12. Mount Pleasant Farm B&B

13. Newquay Zoo

14. Orchard Lodge B & B

15. Pollaughan Cottages

16. Primrose Valley Hotel

17. Rose Hill Lodges

18. The Hen House

19. The Mowhay

20. The Old Rectory (Boscastle)

21. Tremont

22. Trerosewill Farm

23. Trevenna

24. Valency B & B

25. Valleybrook Holidays

26. Venus Beach Café (Tolcarne)

Silver:

27. Atlantic House B&B

28. Boturnell Barns

29. Breaks

30. Camilla House

31. Carnglaze Caverns

32. Explore South West

33. Gadles Farm Cottages

34. Glenleigh Farm Fishery

35. Gonwin Manor Cottages

36. Goonhilly Satelite Earth Station

37. Gylly Beach Café

38. Headland Hotel

39. Little Callestock Farm

40. Mobius

41. Molesworth Manor

42. Owl Cottage Holidays

43. Pawton Mill Farm House- Duchy of Cornwall

44. Penwarren Guest House

45. Restromel Cottage - Duchy of Cornwall

46. Rezare Farmhouse B&B

47. Roscrea

48. Sea Breeze

49. Sharksfin

50. Swallow Court Cottage

51. The Rosemary

52. Tregerrick Farm

53. Trevella Caravan Park

54. Trevorrick Farm Cottages

55. Treworra Barton Cottages

56. West Woolley Farm

57. Wringford Down Hotel

 

Bronze:

58. Blue Bay Lodges

59. Green Leisure

60. Pedn-Olva Hotel

61. Tregolls Farm Hoildays

 

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David Bellamy Award:
Gold: Lower Treave Caravan and Camping Park is a Four Star family camping and touring caravan site at the heart of the Lands End Peninsula amidst some of the most spectacular scenery in the UK. The site is easy to find, situated just two miles from the Blue Flag beach of Sennen Cove and within easy reach of all the delightful coves and beaches of West Cornwall. Heather-clad hills behind the site give views to the sea, and the chance to see some of the best sunsets in England. http://www.lowertreave.co.uk/


Gold:Caravan and Camping Park Trevella's commitment to the environment has been on going for the past 45 years, from tree planting to the construction of two lakes and nature reserve. Large areas around the park are left unkempt to encourage wild flowers, insects and birds. http://www.trevella.co.uk/
 
Green Acorn Award:
The Old Rectory Looe Our accommodation for couples, families or groups of friends.   http://www.oldrectory-lanreath.co.uk/