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Nestled deep within Cornwall's emerald embrace, Lockengate is a timeless rural idyll, far from the madding crowds. Its granite heart beats with a gentle rhythm, where ancient spirits seem to linger in the whispering lanes and sun dappled woodlands. A place to truly unwind, connect with nature, and feel the deep, quiet magic of the

Lockengate's name, derived from the Old Cornish "Logyn Gath" (Cat's Lair Gate), dates back to Saxon times, signifying a crucial toll gate protecting ancient trackways. For centuries, it served as a vital thoroughfare for packhorses laden with tin and copper from inland mines, bound for coastal ports. While never a major mining hub itself, the

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