Cornish Garden Breaks
Cornwall has a hugely impressive array of glorious gardens from the mighty giants of The Eden Project and The Lost Gardens of Heligan to the...
Walking Weekend
Breathtaking coastal paths, secret coves, secluded valleys and hidden wildlife ... There is a wealth of wildlife to be found in West Cornwall and the...
The Pender Family of Budock Vean – PART 2, Francis
Francis Pender was born in 1748 and was two years old when his family moved into Budock Vean. As the second son he would have...
The Penders – PART 1, Peter & Mary
The Pender family lived at Budock Vean for nearly 200 years and under their stewardship the house and estate was to become one of the...
Remembrance Sunday 2023
On Sunday, those of us on site at Budock Vean will gather in silence to pause for a two-minute silence. As we remember and honour...
November’s Spa Treatment of the Month
Ginger & Sweet Orange Full Body Ritual Full Body Scrub, Wrap & Massage 70-Minutes - £80 Embracing the enchanting hues of autumn, with its vibrant...
Apprentice is a South West WINNER
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that our Apprentice Chef de Partie Joseph Halloran has WON Rising Star at National Apprenticeship Awards SW regional final....
National Apprenticeship Awards
We're delighted to announce that our apprentice Chef de Partie Joseph Halloran has been announced as one of the regional finalists at this years’ National...
October’s Spa Treatment of the Month
Embracing the enchanting hues of autumn, with its vibrant foliage and cooler breezes, marks a season not only of natural transition but also of profound...
Budock Vean Golf Club Captains Raise Funds for Local Charities
The captains of Budock Vean Golf Club recently presented donation cheques to their chosen charities; Mandown Cornwall and Cancer Research UK. The donations, which have...
Budock Vean recognised in national accommodation awards
At Budock Vean, we are delighted to annouce that we have been awarded a top national award from Visit England. The ROSE award, Recognition Of...
Half term happenings in Cornwall
Make BV your base for an October half term break in Cornwall this year. As well as all the activities on site (including the boat...
The Great Autumn Skills Bonanza at BV
Gaining new skills and experiences on land and sea in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is the theme of autumn here at the Budock...
Great Walks near Budock Vean!
Within just a few miles of the Budock Vean there is a wonderful wealth of walking opportunities for you to enjoy. In recent years the...
The Story of Budock Vean’s Pioneer Movie Maker Owner
In 1930 after a visit to the then deserted manor house known as Budock Vean two men decided to purchase it and turn it into...
Get into Tall Ships Spirits at BV
The world’s magnificent Tall Ships will be showcased in Falmouth for the first time in nine years from August 15th – 18th and here at...
Running Retreat Cornwall
We’ve buddied up with Cornish Trails to offer two new running retreat dates. Friday 21st - Sunday 23rd June 2024. Friday 27th - Sunday 29th...
Pirates & Smugglers
The quiet creeks and wooded valleys of the Helford River are a haven for wildlife and a delight to explore but in the past they...
Penryn College students swap the classroom for polytunnels
Pupils from secondary school Penryn College recently spent a day getting the lowdown on organic veg growing and plant identification at Budock Vean Hotel. The...
Pledge for Nature: Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Local Nature Partnership
We are delighted to be supporting the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Local Nature Partnership, a fantastic collaboration of local partners working together to champion...
BV team help showcase hotel’s facilities
Some of the team at Budock Vean Hotel have been downing tools to help show off the resort’s on-site activities for a new summer campaign....
Tai Chi Taster Sessions
This summer local Tai Chi practitioner Rachel Grande will be visiting our croquet lawn to run a 45 minute Tai Chi taster class. If you’ve...
Watercolour Painting Break
Congratulations to each guest who took part in this year's Autumn Watercolour Painting Break. We are delighted to announce the date for our next Watercolour...
The Nessie of the Helford River
Cornwall is not only a place of stunning natural beauty, it is also a magical land of myths and legends, a westerly world of fantastic...
Thank you for supporting CCF
You may already know that Cornwall Community Foundation (CCF) is one of four charities that we support, along with Miracle Theatre, Cornwall Wildlife Trust and...
Beginners Bridge Break with Jeremy Child
Do you know people who play bridge? Would you like to learn to play bridge? Find out what all the fuss is about in the...
Spring Stays with Free Champagne
Make your mini-break pack more punch with 10% off … and a fizzy little extra. Pack your bags and escape for a pre-summer mini break...
Open Studios Cornwall 2023
Between Saturday 27 May and Sunday 4 June, hundreds of artists, designers and makers from across the Duchy will throw open the doors of their...
