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Antiques expert, TV personality and former BBC Bargain Hunt presenter, Tim Wonnacott, recently took some time out at the Talland Bay Hotel.  Here he shares his top recommendations for enjoying a short break in South East Cornwall.“For me as a West Country man born and bred, brought up in Devon, educated on Exmoor and with so many of my formative years spent in Devon and Cornwall, returning...

Thinking of bringing your dog on your summer holiday, but not sure how pet-friendly Cornwall is? As one of Cornwall’s most dog-friendly luxury hotels we thought we’d share our favourite places to head with your pooch in South East Cornwall and beyond.Top dog-friendly Cornish beachesWe count ourselves lucky to have so many beautiful beaches that are dog-friendly year round. Talland Bay beach is...

When it comes to stunning spots for outdoor dining by the sea we’re spoilt for choice in Cornwall. There are so many top notch cafés, pubs, hotels and restaurants to choose from for dining al fresco with a fabulous view. Here are some of our favourites.Watergate Bay Hotel, Watergate BayPerched above the impressive sweep of sand that is Watergate Bay on the north coast of Cornwall, the Watergate...

From quiet woodland trails to beautiful coastline and rugged moors, there are no shortage of fabulously wild places to go and explore in Cornwall on your next visit. Whether you fancy an epic day out along the South West Coast Path, or just short walk with the dog and a pub at the end of it, there are countless options (and we always have walking maps and advice here at the hotel). However, if we ...

What is it that transforms your time away from an enjoyable to an exceptional experience? The devil is so often in the detail when it comes to giving guests a stay that is special, novel or unique. Which is why we’re delighted to announce that Talland Bay officially has four-star status in 2017, to add to our list of accolades.Not that the best travel experiences are about badges. Regardless of ...