Postal Town: Torpoint (PL11)
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Torpoint is a gateway town to and from south east Cornwall via a ferry crossing over the river Tamar.
ŠTom Pledgemason
Torpoint, history and present-day details
Torpoint is a gateway town to and from south east Cornwall via a ferry crossing over the river Tamar.
The town developed in line with Devonport Royal Dockyard, which was built from the late 1700s onwards. Torpoint was then named Tar Point; a place where the sailing vessels of the fleet at that time were laid on their sides at low tide to have their bellies painted with protective tar.
The land-owning family, the Carew-Poles, sold off much of the SE area of Torpoint to enable the town to grow from Fore Street outwards for families of the Dockyard workers. This tradition has continues ever since with more land being sold for the newer housing estates of Sycamore Drive, Woodlands Way, Hawthorn Avenue and Goad Avenue, plus a few smaller developments here and there.
The town prospered further with two naval training establishments, HMS Ralleigh and HMS Fisguard. However, the officer training at Fisguard was moved elsewhere leaving Ralleigh, which has gradually grown over the years.
Torpoint, then, is largely a town of families with navy connections. The town supports these families with an array of shops, eateries and pubs/clubs, plus a legend in the night-club world, The Harbour Lights.
As a drive-through town, Torpoint could do more for the thousands of passing visitors. However, it is worth a stop to look in the shops in Fore Street and around the river-side streets and walks around the town.
ŠTom Pledgemason
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Set in the picturesque village of Hessenford, the Copley Arms offers cosy en suite rooms, a bar and a restaurant. The Copley Arms is situated 5 miles (8 km) from Looe, with the historic fishing village of Polperro close by. The traditional inn serves lunch and dinner, and uses local ingredients where possible. An outdoor seating area overlooks the stream. All 5 rooms have recently been refurbished to a high standard.
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Conveniently located in St Austell, this splendid 19th century house provides 6 letting rooms, 2 bars and traditional pub food, complemented by a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Well situated just of the A390, the Duke of Cornwall is easily accessible to all local attractions. Nearby you can find the historic port of Charlestown and the picturesque village of Fowey. The Eden Project is also just 3 miles away. A friendly local with friendly locals, the pub ensures a pleasant evening for all with 2 bars, 2 pool tables, a dart board and gaming machines. The lounge bar boasts a large open fire.
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Set amid 9 acres in an attractive village location on the outskirts of Plymouth, this boutique hotel offers individually styled accommodation and a variety of amenities. Located in the historic village of Plympton St. Maurice, a north east suburb of Plymouth, this is an ideal place to relax away from the city centre bustle. Each meticulously designed guest room has its own separate bath and shower. When not relaxing in front of your private 32' LCD television, you can always while away an evening in the large bar area; enjoy a meal in the restaurant; or take a leisurely rest in the coffee lounge. A private dining room and a purpose built marquee area ensure that a variety of group occasions can be readily welcomed.
Bedrooms: 15
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This hotel is located in an unrivalled position, right on the waters edge in the beautiful coastal town of Looe, close to the A38 in Cornwall. West Looe is still a functioning fishing town and the hotel's location provides guests with great views of hustle and bustle going on everyday in the picturesque harbour. The family-run hotel has a reputation for being one of the most popular hotels in Looe, purely through recommendations by former guests. Aside from the hotel bar, you have a wide choice of activities available. Looe is actually 2 towns on opposite sides of the River Looe. East Looe is the newest of the 2 towns. You can have a guided tour through the maze-like streets, visit the Living from the Sea exhibit to learn of the town's maritime history or just spend the day on the beach, separated from the mouth of the river by the Banjo Pier.
Bedrooms: 45
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The Fieldhead is a traditional, warm and friendly country house style hotel offering a very high standard of comfort. We occupy a prime, elevated position, with unrivalled sea views from virtually every room across Looe Bay. In 2003, The Fieldhead was in the final for the Small Hotel of the Year Award. Situated in West Looe, The Fieldhead is only a fifteen minute walk along the waterside to the centre of town. In summer, a passenger ferry plys across the harbour mouth. The town beach is popular in the summer months, while the rock pools and sandy coves below the hotel provide interest all year round. Virtually all bedrooms have tremendous sea views - a perfect way to start and end the day. The Horizons Restaurant has far reaching views across Looe Bay. The cuisine is essentially French and English with a daily changing menu offering a wide variety of fresh local produce. Our large heated swimming pool is open from mid May to the end of September. Set on the cliff above the garden, it is a veritable sun trap with more wonderful sea views.
Bedrooms: 16
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