Churches

Otterham - St Dennis - Grade II - 13th Century Otterham is near Marshgate and easily found, inland, off the busy A39, down a pretty lane. This ancient and interesting little church is situated in a tranquil hamlet. It has three ringable bells and is always open to welcome visitors. For more Church Trails in Cornwall - Click Here From Hartland Point in the North of the region (Stoke Church, a lovely setting and a landmark tower some 144 feet tall) to Boscastle in the South of the region (Church of St Juliot restored by Thomas Hardy when he was a young architect) there is a wealth of interesing Old Churches, Celtic Crosses and Holy Wells.  Don't miss the church at Morwenstow, dramatic setting, unusual chimneys on the vicarage and the connection with Robert Hawker who came to the parish in 1834, see Hawker's Hut on the cliff edge, probably the National Trusts smallest property. Now available from the Bude Visitor Centre.  Eleven, laminated full colour illustrated informative cards on churches in and around the Bude area. Price £3.99 A scenic circular trail of approximately 35 miles visiting the historic and beautifal churches of North Tamar. Bude, Poughill, Kilkhampton, Morwenstow, Stratton, Launcells, Whitstone, Week St.Mary, Poundstock and Marchamchurch Church Trails in Cornwall Holsworthy Church

Museums

Bude and Stratton Town Museum, The Wharf, Bude.   Housed in what was once the Bude Canal's blacksmith's shop, the museum tells the story of the canal, the men who built it and the ships that used it.  A large collection of paintings and photographs illustrate the days of sailing as well as the history of daily life in Bude and Stratton.  Museum shop selling books, cards and gifts. Open Good Friday - September every day. 11 am. to 5 pm.  Tel: +(44) (0) 1288 353576.  Small admission charge.

HOLSWORTHY MUSEUM A unique collection of interesting artefacts housed in part of an 17th century manor house with themed displays relating to the history of Holsworthy. The Museum manages the Local History Unit and acts as a Service Point for Devon Record Office (these services are by appointment only). OPENING TIMES Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 11am to 1pm Wed 11am to 3.30pm Last Saturday in month 11am to 1pm. CLOSED BANK HOLIDAYS Other times on request / Groups by appointment Disabled access Small admission charge - children free. Tel : 01409 259337 Email: holsworthy@devonmuseums.net Web sites: www.devonmuseums.net/holsworthy

Hartland Quay Museum, Hartland Quay, Nr. Bideford. Displays relating to shipwrecks, together with descriptions of the lifeboat services. Open Easter - Oct. Half Term.11 am - 5 pm.

British Cycling Museum, Camelford.  Over 400 bicycles dating from 1818 to the present day, housed in the old Camelford Railway Station.  A must for the cyclist. Open all year from Sunday to Thursday.  10am. to 5pm.   Tel: (+44) (0) 1840 212811

Town and Country History Museum, Town Hall, High Street, Torrington. Many displays that tell the story of all the changes over the years of this historic market town.  Open May - end of September.  Mon-Fri 11 am. to 4 pm., Sat. 11 am. to 1 pm.  Admission free.