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Bolventor at a glance

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Bolventor hums with the ancient spirit of Bodmin Moor. This isn't a bustling coastal town; it's a wild, rugged haven amidst vast, granite strewn landscapes. The air is crisp, the skies immense, and a profound sense of remoteness embraces you. History whispers on the wind, offering raw, untamed Cornish beauty, far from the clamour of

Bolventor's story is deeply etched into the very fabric of Bodmin Moor. Its most famous landmark, the Jamaica Inn, built in 1750, served as a vital coaching house for travellers crossing the desolate moorland. This remote location made it a notorious haunt for smugglers, inspiring Daphne du Maurier's classic novel. While not a mining hub

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