Tall Ships Falmouth 2023

Tall Ships Parade | Falmouth | UK

After nine years the Tall Ships are back in Falmouth. From Tuesday 15th to Friday 18th August everyone can enjoy the spectacle of these beautiful ships in the bay of Falmouth. The event, which is a gathering then the start of a race to Cadiz, includes opportunities to board some of the historic tall ships…

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The Magical Woodlands of the Helford River

Helford Hightide Gatherings | Budock Vean Hotel | Cornwall | UK

The Budock Vean Hotel is blessed to have the Helford River, one of the most precious, untouched and environmentally important treasures of the Cornish countryside, right on our doorstep. And as our guests can explore the hidden corners of this magical river and its woodlands for themselves on foot, by boat, kayak or stand-up paddle…

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Seaweed Pressing Workshop with The Seaweed Institute

Dulse | The Seaweed Institute Workshop | Budock Vean Hotel

Ruth and Kerry from The Seaweed Institute bring their seaweed pressing workshop to Budock Vean on Wednesday 26th April 2023. During the workshop you’ll learn the craft of seaweed pressing – a Victorian practice that captures the underwater beauty of seaweeds and you’ll be taught how to recognise and identify local seaweed species. The cultural…

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What’s on: Easter in Cornwall

Hotel in Cornwall | Budock Vean Hotel | Helford River

Whether you’re visiting Cornwall this Easter, or you live in the county and are perhaps looking for family-friendly (and educational!) activities to keep the kids entertained, you’ll definitely be spoilt for choice for things to see and do. Of course we hope for a sun-filled Easter break, but even if the weather doesn’t play ball…

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St Mawnan church & the legend of the Owlman

Budock Vean Hotel Aerial View

Cornwall is a place where legends linger. It is the land of piskies and giants, mermaids and witches, and innumerable saints, many of which arrived on our shores using unusual modes of transportation. The Cornish just love a tall tale and, in this isolated region where the elements and wild landscapes often play tricks on…

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Award winning, mouthwatering treats await

Afternoon Tea Cornwall | Budock Vean Hotel

We are still over the moon to have been crowned Large Hotel of the Year at the Cornwall Tourism Awards. The ceremony, which was held inside the cathedral in the city of Truro, saw over 300 from our industry gather to celebrate tourism in Cornwall. We were delighted to have been able to attend as…

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Your holiday, your way at Budock Vean

Golfing Holiday Cornwall | Budock Vean Hotel

Faced with gorgeously comfy lounges, a beautiful open fire and views aplenty there’s much to be said for arriving for your Budock Vean holiday, getting your feet up, book open and settling into the day.  This is your holiday; time to relax and let us look after you. Budock Vean’s friendly team will be on…

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Uncovering Cornish Stories with Elizabeth Dale

Elizabeth Dale

We are delighted to be collaborating with local heritage writer and all-round fantastic person Elizabeth Dale. Each month Elizabeth will be uncovering some of the lesser-known stories of Cornish history, helping us to explore Cornwall from a new angle and she’ll be delving a little deeper into BV’s own fascinating past. Elizabeth, who was awarded…

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