We want to see what you get up to on the trails. The minerals were transported down the river to the sea until the advent of the railways - and Brunel's amazing Royal Albert Bridge across the Tamar. But don't miss the walk from Calstock to Cotehele, past the Danescombe valley. All activities including Tree Surfers, archery, bike hire and canoe trips must be booked in advance. Market gardening still takes place in the valley, but on a much smaller scale. Our series on Britain's Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty continues with Rosie Paterson taking a look at the highlights of South Devon. Many are home to sheep and cattle that occasionally frequent the beaches below, others to row upon row of quivering golden crops that envelop you in their warmth. Flanked by ancient woodland along lengthy stretches, the rivers also provide rare habitat. last updated: 06/02/2008 at 13:47created: 05/02/2008, The BBC is not responsible for the content of external websites, Beach life - a guide to Devon's coastline, A breath of fresh air. The valley is historically important, with evidence of Stone and Bronze Age settlements - especially on the Cornish side of the river. As you follow the coast southwest from Saltash, you'll end up on the banks of this estuary. A body has been recovered from the River Tamar this morning, police have confirmed. Tamar Trails Centre, Woodlands, Gulworthy, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 8JE Detailed information and suggested route maps are available at the centre. Rounding Rame Head will bring you to Cawsand (where you can take a ferry across to Plymouth's Barbican) and Kingsand and views of Plymouth Sound and the Plymouth Breakwater. You can unsubscribe at any time. It, like the Tamar and Tavy estuaries, is now a Site of Special Scientific Interest and a Special Protection Area under the EU Directive on the Conservation of Wild Birds. There's plenty to explore here, but if you want to cross to the other side of the Lynher, you'll have to walk all the way uprive to Notter Bridge, then walk to Landrake, Tideford and St Germans. At Downderry, Seaton or Portwrinkle, you can join the famous South West Coast Path and turn south east. The woodlands are also a haven for birds and butterflies as well as rare lichen and orchids. Tel: 01822 833409 If you need a response immediately, it’s best to call them on the phone. The Tamar is a fairly small river at this point, and is crossed by a pretty granite bridge at Old Greystone Hill. The Tamar-Tavy Estuary and the Lynher Estuary are both protected Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) because of the habitat and wildlife. The Cremyll Ferry was first documented way back in 1204 - so 2004 was its 800th anniversary. A body has been recovered from the River Tamar this morning, police have confirmed.

The town centre is well worth exploring (try following the Saltash Heritage Trail. You may have very young children who need a buggy, and that’s fine too as the route from Tamar Trails is perfect for a woodland stroll. Here, the topographical situation is reversed, with steep cliffs rising up on the Devon side frowning across at the Cornwall side. This part of the valley is spectacularly beautiful at most times of year, but perhaps at its very best in spring when all the flowers are blooming. (This gives you an excuse to visit some beautiful little hamlets and small areas of woodland.) You can reach them by calling 116 123, by emailing [email protected] or by visiting www.samaritans.org. Situated between Tavistock and Callington on the Devon Cornwall border, the walking trails are here for everyone to enjoy.

First thing in the morning you will often see the reverse effect, with the river mists blanketing the valley like a fallen cloud, when the sun has already warmed the hilltops.

Following the Tamar South from the little Cornish village of Luckett, walkers can explore Greenscoombe Wood, where mining remnants, market gardens and a Hill Fort have all together been swallowed by the encroaching woodland. Man has been living here for thousands of years. As the Tamar is met by her sister river, the Tavy, the estuary widens considerably to become the stretch of water known as the Hamoaze.

Members of the public have reported seeing several officers at the scene. These days, the Tamar is largely recreational - a place to visit, walk, enjoy a boat trip, and take in the scenery and wildlife. Stretching 60 miles from source to sea and reaching into both Devon and Cornwall, the river Tamar shapes our history, our lives and our identities. … In a tweet from their official Twitter account, Tamar Crossings, which operates the service, said: ''Due to unforeseen circumstances and an incident on the river, the Lynher has been taken out of service until further notice, we will resume service as soon as possible.

The Kingsbridge Estuary — a drowned valley, caused by rising sea levels at the end of the last glacial period — is carpeted in eelgrass, which supports a rare seahorse population. Our. You are in: Devon > Discover Devon > Great Outdoors > Coast and Country > Devon's rivers: The Tamar. It is worth venturing a little further from the river to climb the long slopes of Kit Hill, an isolated hilltop between Dartmoor and Bodmin moor looming majestically over Callington. A close contender for 'best time of year' is the autumn when the leaves are on the turn, and the late afternoon sun turns the whole woodland golden. The Samaritans can be reached round the clock, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

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That puts you on the right side of the river to explore the Rame Peninsula. Following the 1940 harvest, hedges on Bolt Head were removed to make room for an RAF satellite site. Kit Hill is a good example. The Breakwater was built during the Napoleonic Wars to make Plymouth Sound a safe anchorage for the Royal Navy's Channel Fleet. You can find more information on where to reach out for mental health services here. The intertidal systems are perfect for mudflats, saltmarshes and reedbeds - all home to birdlife, including the Avocet. There are far reaching views across to Bodmin Moor and Caradon hill. Credit: Alamy Stock Photo The Tamar Valley AONB: Mines, otters and the ghost of a ‘black widow’ who roams the moors in a carriage of bones.

Beautifully situated in the heart of a community The Tamar Inn offers the warmest welcome to locals and visitors alike.