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Torpoint, located in the county of Cornwall on the southern most tip of England, is one of the most visited tourist places in the United Kingdom, and is a gateway to the Rame peninsula.
Getting to Torpoint is half the fun as there are three pedestrian and car chain ferries that connect the A374 road, across the Hamoaze waterway, to the rustic and charming town of Torpoint. This chain design was first introduced in 1834 and its original design is the basis for what is used today.
Torpoint has hundreds of miles of beautiful coastline, lush gardens and scenery, parks, art galleries, and a wonderful coastal climate.
History
Torpoint has a rich history extending over hundreds of years. Torpoint is first mentioned in a 1734 print of two men standing by the Hamoaze with the words 'Tarr Point' on a millstone. The town was originally built to house its dock workers and it wasn't until the Victorian age that the town began to grow. Torpoint grew more rapidly after its dock yards became a training facility for the Royal Navy. Currently, Torpoint maintains a small town atmosphere with less than 9000 residents as of the last census.
Attractions
Visit the majestic and 500 year old Edgcumbe House with its gardens and amphitheatre. Day trips can be taken to the attractions of St Ives and Lands End, or visit any of the numerous art galleries and see displays from the locally acclaimed artists to the very rich and famous. If you take a walk from Kingsand to Cremyll, keep an eye open for the thousands of deer and sheep roaming the countryside.
If you like boating, be sure to catch one of the various enjoyable maritime races during the summer months.
A local favourite is the Wilcove Inn, a good old fashioned pub located on the edge of a small creek that offers real ale, home cooked food and a warm and friendly atmosphere.
Accommodation
Due to it long history of hosting tourists, Torpoint has a wide array of Inns guaranteed to fit any budget. If you are interested in staying at a Bed and Breakfast, there are 7 in Torpoint that are all highly rated with soft beds, warm home made breakfasts, and charming hosts ready to accommodate your every need.
With all that Torpoint in Cornwall, England has to offer, it is no wonder it is considered one of the most popular and charming places to visit in England.
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