Welcome to Gunnislake

Gunnislake is a small village located in the Tamar Valley in Cornwall, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Tamar and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history and is home to many historic buildings and landmarks. One of the most notable landmarks in the village is the Calstock Viaduct, which was built in the 19th century and is now a popular tourist attraction.

The village of Gunnislake is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with many opportunities for hiking, cycling, and fishing. The Tamar Valley is home to a variety of wildlife, including otters, kingfishers, and herons, making it a great place for birdwatching. The village is also home to a number of local businesses, including pubs, restaurants, and shops, where visitors can sample local produce and crafts.

Gunnislake is a great place to visit for those looking for a peaceful and relaxing break in the heart of the Cornish countryside. The village is well-connected to other parts of Cornwall, with good transport links to nearby towns and attractions. Whether you're looking to explore the local area or simply relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery, Gunnislake is a great destination for a holiday or short break.

Local Schools

School	Details
Gunnislake Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Lynn Cox	Chapel Street Gunnislake Cornwall PL18 9NA 01822832685 School Website
The Lowen School Other Independent Special School Ages:5-18 Head Teacher Mr Tyler Collins	Lower Dimson Farm Gunnislake Cornwall PL18 9NS 1822851761 School Website
Delaware Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lynn Cox	Drakewalls Gunnislake Cornwall PL18 9EN 01822832550 School Website
Gulworthy Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Melody Sterry	Gulworthy Tavistock Devon PL19 8JA 01822832520 School Website
Calstock Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Ben Towe	Back Road Calstock Cornwall PL18 9QL 01822832646 School Website
Harrowbarrow School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Hunt	School Road Harrowbarrow Callington Cornwall PL17 8BQ 01579350576 School Website
Chelfham Bere Alston Other Independent Special School Ages:7-19 Head Teacher Mr Stuart Ridley	Bere Alston Yelverton Devon PL20 7EX 01822840379
Tavistock College Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Tristan Muller-Forster	Crowndale Road Tavistock Devon PL19 8DD 1822614231 School Website
Bere Alston Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr G Bemister	Station Road Bere Alston Yelverton Devon PL20 7AU 1822840410 School Website
Tavistock Community Primary And Nursery School Foundation School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Laura Handel	Plymouth Road Tavistock Devon PL19 8BX 01822616044 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Gunnislake Station Approach, Off Sand Hill, Gunnislake, Cornwall, PL18 9DZ 0.54 Miles

Calstock Commercial Road, Calstock, Cornwall, PL18 9QY 1.85 Miles

Bere Alston Station Road, Bere Alston, Devon, PL20 7EP 2.99 Miles

Bere Ferrers Station Road, Bere Ferrers, Devon, PL20 7JS 5.31 Miles

Saltash Albert Road, Saltash, Cornwall, PL12 4EB 8.06 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Kit Hill Cars 07920 473747 Cornerways, Gunnislake, Cornwall, PL18 9BB 1.96 Miles
Tavistock Radio Taxis 01822 616266 1 Courtlands Rd, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 0EF 3.26 Miles
Yelverton Cars 01822 616695 33 Oak Rd, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 9LJ 3.31 Miles
First Car Taxis 01822 840015 Bedford Square, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 8AU 3.35 Miles
Solo Private Hire 01822 611414 4 Vigo Bridge Road, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 0EY 3.64 Miles
4Hire Taxi 01822 618440 4 Vigo Bridge Road, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 0EY 3.64 Miles
Jaycars Taxi 07860 298808 43 Walkham Clo, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 9HT 3.86 Miles
Vip Cars 0845 230 8014 8 Hill View, Yelverton, Devon, PL20 7ND 4.19 Miles
Tavistock Tor Taxis 07811 406859 The Gate Cottage, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 9DZ 4.28 Miles
Tamar Cars 01579 389200 60 Fore Street, Callington, Cornwall, PL17 7AQ 4.74 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Gunnislake Post Office Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Woodlands Way (Gunnislake) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Calstock Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sandhill Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Middle Dimson Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
North Dimson Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sandhill Lodge Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodlands Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Greenhill (Gunnislake) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Delaware Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cross (Albaston) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Post Office House Albaston Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Oakenhays Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chapel Close Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Higher Gulworthy Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Gunnislake	The Health Centre The Orchard Gunnislake Cornwall PL18 9JZ
Bere Alston Surgery	Station Road Bere Alston Yelverton Devon PL20 7EJ
Abbey Surgery, Tavistock - Covid Local Vaccination Service	28 Plymouth Road Tavistock PL19 8BU
Abbey Surgery, Tavistock - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	28 Plymouth Road Tavistock PL19 8BU
Abbey Surgery 01822 612247	Abbey Surgery 28 Plymouth Road Tavistock Devon PL19 8BU

Local Stores

Petrol Gunnislake - Drakewalls
Pearce's Garage
Drakewalls
Gunnislake
Cornwall
PL18 9EE
01822 834722
Store Website
0.67 miles

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SPAR Tavistock
SPAR
14 Fore Street
Tavistock
PL19 8DZ
01822 612450
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Westmoor Veterinary Hospital
1 Brook Lane Tavistock Devon PL19 9BA 01822 612561 info@westmoorvets.com Website 2.99 miles
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Drake Vets
11C Plymouth Road Industrial Estate Tavistock Devon PL19 9QN 01822 854255 info@drakevets.co.uk Website 3.18 miles
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Calweton Veterinary Group
Calweton Veterinary Centre 79 Tavistock Road Callington Cornwall PL17 7RD 01579 383231 admin@calwetonvets.co.uk Website 4.34 miles
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Hallum Equine Vets
South Sillaton Farm St Mellion Saltash Cornwall PL12 6PX 5.61 miles

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Drake Vets Ltd
Hinnies Leg O Mutton Corner Yelverton Devon PL20 6DJ 01822 854 255 info@drakevets.co.uk drakevets@hotmail.co.uk Website 5.82 miles
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Glebe Veterinary Surgery
Lezant Launceston Cornwall PL15 9PP 01579 371295 inbox@glebevets.co.uk Website 7.37 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Newbridge River
Lovely Riverside Area, With A Few Different Options Of Different Length Walks (From Around 15 Mins To 45Mins) A390 Callington Lancashire PL17 7HL 5.76 miles

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Cadover Bridge And The Dewerstone
This Is A Nice Rewarding Walk. However It Does Have Steep Hills And Does Take Around 2 To 3 Hours To Complete. However You Could Adapt The Walk To Make It Smaller. Cadover Bridge Plymouth Lancashire PL7 5EH 8.85 miles

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Mount Edgecumbe Country Park
You Can Walk For Miles Here! Though The Estate Parklands And Fields To The Beach And Along The Coastal Path. You Can Either Come Across From Plymouth In Your Car On The Ferry And Drive To The Park Or Catch The Passenger Ferry Which Takes You Straight To The Bottom Of The Park (And More Importantly A Nice Pub!) Bay Cottage Mount Edgcumbe Torpoint Lancashire PL10 1HZ 11.87 miles

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Jennycliffe To Mountbatten
Plymstock Plymouth Lancashire PL9 9SW 12.58 miles

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Seaton Beach
The Moorings Downderry Torpoint Lancashire PL11 3LL 13.19 miles Season Beach Cafe Pl11 3Jq

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River Avon Dam Dartmoor
This Is A Lovely Dog Walk From The Carpark At Shipley Bridge On Dartmoor To Avon Dam. The First Part Follows Alongside The River Which My Dogs Love To Have A Dip In. Then The Walk Opens Out To Hills As You Work Your Way Up To The Dam. The Walk Is Pathed The Whole Way So Is Suitable For Pushchairs And Wheelchairs. I Think Its Roughly 1 Mile – 1.5 Miles Up To The Dam. Unnamed Road Lancashire 15.82 miles

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