Experience the beauty of spring as Cotehele’s orchards burst into bloom, buzzing with pollinators and alive with colour. This year, the celebrations once again extend across the Tamar Valley and Plymouth, with a range of blossom-themed events and activities taking place throughout April and May – many of which you can reach by train.
Visit Cotehele throughout late April and early May for special events including music, dance and even ‘blossom yoga’!
To get there, enjoy the scenic 30-minute journey from Plymouth to Calstock on the Tamar Valley Line (train times). From Calstock station, take a 1.2-mile walk alongside the river and up through the woods to Cotehele (please note – the woods section is steep & uneven).
Other events along the Tamar Valley Line
In partnership with the Devon and Cornwall Rail Partnership and Food Plymouth, check out these free to join (booking essential, see below) blossom-themed events accessible from stations along the Tamar Valley Line:
Springtime Blossom Walk & Picnic in Keyham – Monday 20 April, 10.35am.
Meet Rebekah from The National Trust at Keyham station. She’ll be in blossom t-shirt and headdress!
Join Tess Wilmot from Food Plymouth for a guided springtime walk exploring blossom in and around Keyham, finishing at Alexandra Park with a light picnic lunch.
Hop on the Tamar Valley Line from any station (tickets included) and meet at Keyham. The walk is approximately 1 mile and hilly in places.
Booking essential – text 07531 506481 or email digfordevonport@hotmail.co.uk to confirm your departure station and any dietary requirements.
History & Blossom Walk around Bere Ferrers – Tuesday 21 April, 10:45am.
Meet Rebekah from The National Trust at Bere Ferrers station. She’ll be in blossom t-shirtand headdress!
Explore the pretty riverside village of Bere Ferrers with local resident and historian Clive Charlton who will bring to life the fascinating history of the village, including it’s orchards and market gardening heritage.
Hop on the train from any station on the Tamar Valley Line (tickets included for this event) and meet us at Bere Ferrers Station.
Walk approximately 2 miles. Please bring your own refreshments.
Booking essential – text Rebekah on 07977 832312 or email rebekah.mason@nationaltrust.org.uk to confirm your place and what station you will be joining from.
Fares & ways to save
The adult Off-Peak Day Return fare from Plymouth to Calstock is £8.30.
5-15 year olds travel half-price. Under 5s are free.
Top tip – get a Devon & Cornwall Railcard (just £13 a year and now available online) to save a third on the above fare for you and a friend. You can also bring up to four children for just £2 each.
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