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Liskeard is a large country town noteworthy for its cattle fairs,
held on the second Monday in each month.
Though Liskeard is not a holiday resort, many motorists and others
passing through are tempted by its attractive appearance to interrupt
their journey; and the town is the centre for several interesting short
excursions. Five miles to the north is Caradon Hill (1,213 ft.) the site
of the formerly prolific South Caradon copper mine and of the far-famed
Cheesewring and the Hurlers. Near Liskeard also are two of the best
known of the Cornish Holy Wells—St. Keyne and St. Cleer.
The latter stands well up on the Cornish moors. A comparison between
these moors and Dartmoor may cause a smile, but there is a good deal of
similarity, and the bracing crispness of Caradon air deserves to be as
highly esteemed as that of Princetown.
Liskeard itself is several hundred feet above sea-level, and is noted
for its bracing air. From the Castle Park (475 ft. high) extensive views
may be obtained.
The Church (open daily) is very fine and the second largest in the
county. The granite tower, 85 feet in height, was completed in 1903.
There are eight bells, dating from 1735 to 1819. The pulpit—a good piece
of carving—bears the date 1636.
Liskeard Main Line Railway Station on the southern edge of town is the
northern terminus of the picturesque Looe Valley Line.
St.Keyne the village is between Liskeard and Looe, and is one of the
stops on the Looe rail line. it is famous for its well and the well
water is used for baptisms in the parish church.
St.Neot near Liskeard has a Glorious church with wonderful stained glass windows. Visitors may notice a branch at the top of the tower. Each Oak Apple Day the church wardens go to the roof of the tower to take down last year's oak branch and haul up a new one. The custom is to commemorate that St Neot villagers were Royalists during be Civil War and once children wore an oak leaf on the morning of May 29 and a fox glove in the afternoon. Those who didn’t suffered the penalty of being chased with stinging nettles. There is a holy well close to the river, with water said to have healing powers.
Local towns and villages to visit
Trecangate
Wildlife Park, Trecangate, Nr.Lanreath, Liskeard, Cornwall. set in the
beautiful Cornish countryside. Familiar and exotic animals, children's
farm, tropical Butterfly house, tearooms. Makes a nice afternoon out for
the smaller children. Wheel chairs are o.k in parts of the park. open
10-5pm Easter to October. 01503 220211
St.Keyne (Station) Paul Corins Magnificent music machines. Mechanical musical instruments. Fair organs, orchestrions. Wurlitzer, theater organs. Live performances. open: Palm Sunday - End of October daily. 01579 343108
Angling
Looe is the centre for shark fishing, and fully equipped boats can be
hired. There is good fishing on the Fowey Estuary.
Sailing
There is good sailing to be had at Looe, Polperro and Fowey. Fowey and
Polperro have regattas in Aug, Polperro in mid-July.
LOOE BAY HOLIDAY PARK Located in beautiful unspoilt South East Cornwall where winding lanes and babbling brooks lead you to sandy beaches and unspoilt fishing villages. There’s plenty of Caravan Holiday Homes to choose from & two types of Lodge Style Caravans with their own balcony. All are furnished to offer a choice to suit all budgets & fully equipped to make them your home from home.
SEAVIEW HOLIDAY PARK Polperro South Cornwall. Polperro self-catering accommodation. First class facilities are on offer throughout the season – a tropical indoor heated pool is complimented by the spa bath, steam room and sauna. During the warmer months you can enjoy the outdoor pool and sheltered sun terraces.
South Cornwall Static Self Catering Caravan Holidays, Ideal for family self-catering holidays all year round, some allow pets, weekends, half term or just a short break !
SEAVIEW HOLIDAY PARK Polperro South Cornwall. Polperro self-catering accommodation. First class facilities are on offer throughout the season – a tropical indoor heated pool is complimented by the spa bath, steam room and sauna. During the warmer months you can enjoy the outdoor pool and sheltered sun terraces.
Trelay Farm Park Lanreath Looe Cornwall PL13 2NT Tel: 01503220900
Colliford Tavern Camp Site
St. Neot
Liskeard, Cornwall, PL146PZ
01208821335
Wisteria Cottage, Haye Ford, St Ive, Nr. Liskeard, Cornwall, In the hamlet of Haye Ford, close to the southern edge of Bodmin Moor, this charming and comfortable mid row cottage is within 5 miles of both the bustling market town of Liskeard and water sports on Siblyback Lake. Visit the National Trust Properties of Lanhydrock and Cotehele and the Eden Project are all an easy drive.
Manor Cottage Stoke Climsland, Nr Callington, Cornwall. Boasting lovely views across open countryside from its first floor sitting room this spacious and very comfortable cottage enjoys a peaceful village setting and offers a relaxing base for walking and touring. Situated in a small courtyard adjacent to the owners home, it shares their attractive lawned garden. Meandering lanes lead to the small market town of Callington.- Cornwall Cottages
- Cosy properties in delightful settings,
- town or country. 0845 268 1255
The Old Bakery,
Pigmeadow Lane,
Liskeard,
Cornwall,
01579344880
The Well House,
St.Keyne, Liskard,
Cornwall.
Tel: 01579 342001
Warehouse ,
4 Castle St,
Liskeard,
3Cornwall,
01579 48086
Cheesewring Hotel,
Minions,
Liskeard,
01579 362321
Main Rd,
Downderry,
Cornwall,
01579 250308
Stamps Restaurant,
Bay Tree Hill,
Liskeard,
Cornwall,
01579 340308
Pencubitt
Country House Hotel ,
Station Rd,
Liskeard,
Cornwall,
01579 342694
Regans,
14 Dean St,
Liskeard,
Cornwall,
01579 344922
Fore Street,
Callington,
Liskeard,
383387
Barley Sheaf
Church Street,
Liskeard,
342055
Butchers Arms,
St Ive,
Liskeard,
382298
Caradon Inn
Upton Cross
Liskeard
362391
Highwayman
Dobwalls
Liskeard 320114
Cornwall
Linkinhorne
Liskeard
363631
Carpenters Arms
Lower Metherell
Liskeard
350242
Coryton Arms
St Mellion
Liskeard
350322
Cross House Inn
Metherell
Liskeard
350482
Crows Nest Inn
Crows Nest
Liskeard
345930
Fintan O'Maleys
4 Dean Street
Liskeard
342643
