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Beautiful view down the Tamar Valley from the gardens

View down the river

This river has played a significant role in the area history, serving as a trade and transportation route. Residents and visitors can enjoy various activities along the river, including walks, boat rides, and fishing. The River Tamar is an integral part of Calstock, symbolizing its historical and natural significance.

From the Southerly Bank of the River Tamar, you can get a great view of the Calstock Viaduct and town. Exactly 11,148 concrete blocks were used in the building of this 37-metre high structure, taking railway passengers over the River Tamar.

Boatyard on the River Tamar, where the Tamar Estuary narrows into the tidal river. This site was the last navigable point for the large ships that used to be a part of the area's historical industry.

Tudor house and former home of the Edgcumbe family. The interior of the building is full of relics, tapestries, armour and period furniture, where the outside holds pristine gardens and grounds. The surrounding grounds also hold woodlands and apple orchards. Through exploring the area around the house, you'll gain a great insight into the Tamar Valley's robust and diverse industrial history, notably in the 19th quay located nearby.

Also, you can get a nice cup of tea and tasty flapjack, in The Edgcumbe cafe!

A National Trust estate. In it's prime, a busy working quay from which goods were moved via the River Tamar to and from Plymouth