Boutique Retreats have luxury self-catering cottages by the sea throughout the UK

Paignton Zoo

Unleash your wild side, channel your inner ecologist and look at hundreds of different species with the wide-eyed fascination of a child; a family-friendly attraction in Devon, Paignton Zoo has timeless appeal for all generations.

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Trengilly Wartha Inn, near Falmouth

Close to the mystical depths of Helford’s rolling river, tangled creeks and sheltered coves, Trengilly Wartha Inn is the perfect venue after a day of the kind of adventures Arthur Ransome would be proud of.

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The Waymarker, near Falmouth

Hidden amongst the narrow lanes and pastoral snapshots of south west’s Cornwall luscious underbelly, the Waymarker is a secret you’ll want to keep all to yourself.

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The Black Swan, Gweek

Located in the thriving heart of the unspoilt village of Gweek, the dog-friendly Black Swan is a traditional Cornish pub. Standing pretty with white-washed walls, bay windows and a backdrop of trees, its attractive façade is a welcome sight offering the promise of jovial atmosphere, hearty food and Cornish real ales.

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The Anchorstone Café, Dittisham

Located in the picturesque village of Dittisham (affectionately dubbed Ditsum by locals), the Anchorstone Café sits overlooking the River Dart. A riverside café and welcoming refuge for nearly 70 years, the café has been warming tummies with home-baked treats and providing a place to chatter over steaming cups of tea since the 1950’s.

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The Mexico Inn, Penzance

Warm and welcoming – this lovingly renovated village pub is perfect for those looking to have a quiet pint with some deliciously traditional dishes in a cosy and friendly atmosphere.

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