Callington is a small 15th century market town between the rivers Tamar and Lynher and was once the gateway to one of the richest copper mining districts in the world. Today the town is home to an interesting mural trail featuring large paintings on walls and buildings depicting Callington’s past, present and future.
Home to the famous Ginster Pasties, Callington boasts a few interesting shops, popular restaurants and cosy pubs. Sat between the rugged moors of Bodmin and Dartmoor, the town is just a short drive away from Tavistock, a wonderful town with lots of independent shops, pannier market and weekly farmers market.
There are plenty of wild walking opportunities on nearby Dartmoor or Bodmin Moor, whilst Kit Hill Country Park, the highest point in the Tamar Valley with over 400 acres of natural heathland to explore and an abundance of birds and wildlife to see, is only a couple of miles away.
For those who enjoy an active holiday, nearby Tavistock is home to Tree Surfers, featuring extensive tree top ropes, zip wires and woodland trails to challenge the whole family, as well as The Barn indoor climbing wall.
As for beaches, Callington is located inland, however, in Cornwall you are never too far from a beach. The traditional fishing town of Looe, with its family-friendly beaches, is less than 30 minutes away by car, whilst the popular fishing village of Polperro and the stunning Talland Bay and Whitsand Bay, both of which are dog-friendly beaches and excellent for rock pooling, are also close by.
A holiday cottage in Callington provides a great base for exploring the nearby moors and market towns, offering everything you need for an active holiday within easy reach.
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