Lat 50.4540° N, lon 4.5380° WCornish village

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Doublebois whispers secrets amidst ancient trees, a truly rural Cornish hideaway. Nestled deep in a lush river valley, far from the madding coastal crowds, it offers profound tranquility. The air is fresh

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Doublebois whispers secrets amidst ancient trees, a truly rural Cornish hideaway. Nestled deep in a lush river valley, far from the madding coastal crowds, it offers profound tranquility. The air is fresh with the scent of woodland, punctuated only by the gentle burble of the River Fowey and the occasional rumble of a train over

The very name, Doublebois, hints at its heritage, derived from the French for "double woods," reflecting the dense, ancient forests that once enveloped this secluded valley. While not a mining hub, its history is intrinsically linked to the magnificent Victorian railway era. The impressive viaducts, striding elegantly across the valley, are a testament to 19th-century

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