Welcome to Truscott

Truscott is a small village located in the county of Cornwall, England. It is situated near the town of Bude and is known for its picturesque countryside and stunning coastline. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland, making it an ideal location for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. Truscott is also home to a number of historic buildings, including a 13th-century church and several traditional Cornish cottages.

One of the main attractions in Truscott is the nearby Bude Canal, which was built in the early 19th century to transport goods between Bude and Launceston. Today, the canal is a popular destination for walkers and cyclists, who can enjoy the peaceful surroundings and spot a variety of wildlife along the way. The canal also offers boat trips and fishing opportunities, making it a great place to spend a relaxing afternoon.

Truscott is also within easy reach of some of Cornwall's most popular tourist destinations, including the seaside towns of Padstow and Newquay, and the historic city of Plymouth. Visitors to Truscott can enjoy a day trip to any of these locations, or simply relax and take in the stunning scenery of the surrounding countryside. With its charming village atmosphere and easy access to some of Cornwall's best attractions, Truscott is a great place to visit for anyone looking to experience the beauty of this stunning region.

Local Schools

School	Details
Egloskerry Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Davey	Egloskerry Launceston Cornwall PL15 8RT 1566785372 School Website
Tregadillett Primary School Foundation School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Jack Horwell	Tregadillett Launceston Cornwall PL15 7EU 01566280060 School Website
North Petherwin School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Miss Jonathan Phillpotts	Brazzacott North Petherwin Launceston Cornwall PL15 8NE 01566785886 School Website
Werrington Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Miss Jon Phillpotts	Yeolmbridge Launceston Cornwall PL15 8TN 01566772943
St Stephens Community Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Maura Furber	Roydon Road Launceston Cornwall PL15 8HL 01566772170 School Website
St Catherines C Of E Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Louise Hussey	Moorland Road Launceston Cornwall PL15 7HX 01566772198 School Website
St Josephs School Other Independent School Ages:3-16 Head Teacher Mr Oliver Scott	St Stephen's Hill Launceston Cornwall PL15 8HN 01566772580 School Website
South Petherwin Community Primary School Foundation School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Theresa Mills	South Petherwin Launceston Cornwall PL15 7LE 01566776363 School Website
Lewannick Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Sally Cook	Hawks Tor Drive Lewannick Launceston Cornwall PL15 7QY 01566782262 School Website
Windmill Hill Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Jo-Anne Callow	Windmill Hill Launceston Cornwall PL15 9AE 01566772143 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Gunnislake Station Approach, Off Sand Hill, Gunnislake, Cornwall, PL18 9DZ 13.29 Miles

Liskeard Station Road, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 4DX 14.03 Miles

Calstock Commercial Road, Calstock, Cornwall, PL18 9QY 14.61 Miles

Menheniot Lower Clicker Road, Menheniot, Cornwall, PL14 3PJ 15.60 Miles

St Keyne Wishing Well Halt Lametton Hill, St. Keyne, Cornwall, PL14 4SE 15.73 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Rdc Car Sales 01566 86618 Rudona, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 8QR 1.70 Miles
Launceston Taxis 01566 785364 4 Hellescott Road, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 8LN 1.76 Miles
Cozens Cars Of Launceston 01566 779130 Holne House, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 8EW 3.35 Miles
Ab Taxis 01566 776877 31 Westgate Street, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 7AD 3.58 Miles
Kensey Kabs 07776 200992 Race Hill, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 9BD 4.01 Miles
Anytime Taxi's 01579 346007 Caradon Town Flat, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 5AR 9.22 Miles
B And S Taxis 07889 833127 Veales Farm, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6LJ 9.82 Miles
T C Taxi 07814 241656 High View, Lifton, Devon, PL16 0HR 10.13 Miles
Shirleys Taxis 07743 743222 5 Higher Cross La, Camelford, Cornwall, PL32 9XD 10.24 Miles
Caradon Cabs Ltd 01579 340007 Rosemary Cottage, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 5JN 10.46 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Egloskerry Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Badharlick Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pipers Pool Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
New Mills Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Helescott Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Langore Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Treludick Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Truscott Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Trenault Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
North Petherwin Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tregeare Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kennards House Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tregadillett Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Tregadillett Post Office Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Trewen Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Bosvena Health - Polyphant House	Bowden-Derra Park Polyphant Launceston PL15 7PU
Lewannick	Landry Cottage Lewannick Cornwall PL15 7QD
Launceston Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Launceston Medical Practice Landlake Road Launceston PL15 9HH
Launceston Medical Centre 01566 772131	Launceston Medical Centre Landlake Road Launceston Cornwall PL15 9HH
Kccg-Dermatology 01726 627953	Launceston Hospital Link Road Launceston Cornwall PL15 9JD

Local Stores

Launceston
Newport Industrial Estate
Launceston
Cornwall
PL15 8EX
01566 776350
Store Website
3.53 miles

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SPAR Launceston
SPAR
2 Dutson Road
Newport
Launceston
PL15 8DU
01566 773482
Store Website
3.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Penbode Vets Ltd
Trethorne Kennards House Launceston Cornwall PL15 8QE 01566 86985 launceston.farm@penbodevets.co.uk Website 1.88 miles
Amenities Out-of-hours service only
Animals Treated
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Emergencies & out of hours service available
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Emergencies & out of hours service available
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Emergencies & out of hours service available
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Emergencies & out of hours service available
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Emergencies & out of hours service available
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Emergencies & out of hours service available
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Emergencies & out of hours service available

Castle Veterinary Group Limited
Castle Veterinary Group Limited Pennygillam Way Launceston Cornwall PL15 7ED 01566 772211 webmaster@castleveterinarygroup.co.uk Website 3.16 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Farm Animal Reception is open to 12.30pm and Small Animal Reception to 3pm.
Sun	closed	closed

Launceston Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 5A Launceston Retail Park Hurdon Road Launceston Devon PL15 9DJ Launceston@vets4pets.com Website 3.94 miles

Animals Treated
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Glebe Veterinary Surgery
Lezant Launceston Cornwall PL15 9PP 01579 371295 inbox@glebevets.co.uk Website 5.90 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Closed between 17:00 and 19:00
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Fri	09:00	12:00
Sat	09:00	12:00
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Giles &Amp; Parsons Farm Vets Ltd
West Roose Otterham Camelford Cornwall PL32 9YP 01840214973 info@gpfarmvets.co.uk Website 6.60 miles

Animals Treated
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Penbode Vets Ltd
Valley Truckle Inns Park Camelford Cornwall PL32 9RX 01840 213277 camelford.pets@penbodevets.co.uk Website 10.98 miles
Amenities Out-of-hours service only
Animals Treated
	Open	Close
Mon	08:30	18:00
Emergencies & out of hours service available
Tue	08:30	18:00
Emergencies & out of hours service available
Wed	08:30	18:00
Emergencies & out of hours service available
Thu	08:30	18:00
Emergencies & out of hours service available
Fri	08:30	18:00
Emergencies & out of hours service available
Sat	closed	closed
Emergencies & out of hours service available
Sun	closed	closed
Emergencies & out of hours service available

Local Dog Walks

Boscastle Harbour
A Gentle Dog Friendly Walk Around Boscastle Harbour. At The Picturesque Seaside Village Of Boscastle, This Walk Allows You To Take In The River And The Ancient Harbour, Along With Having Some Great Views Of The Sea And Coast. PL35 0HE 11.38 miles From The South On The A39, Turn Right Onto The B3263 And Follow It, Passing Through Several Villages Until You Reach Boscastle. From The North On The A39 Turn Left Onto The B3266 And Continue To Boscastle. The Village Is Well Sign Posted.

Widemouth Bay Bude Canal Cornwall
This 6 To 8 Mile Walk (Depending On How Many Detours You Make) Takes In A Spectacular Stretch Of The South West Coast Path, Bude Beach And The Bude Canal. It Passes By Or Through Three Nature Reserves. Marine Dr Bude Lancashire EX23 0AW 11.63 miles Follow The Coast Road North Out Of Widemouth Bay And Park In The First Coast Path Car Park You Come To On The Left (Grid Ref: Ss 199 032)

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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 12.16 miles

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Cardinham Woods
Cardinham Woods Are A Beautiful Mixed Woodland. Here, We List Three Circular Walks With Varied Length, To Suit All Abilities. PL30 4AL 16.26 miles Cardinham Woods Are Located Just Off The A30 Near Bodmin And Lanhydrock.

Cardinham Woods
Woodland Walk With Plenty Of Options For Routes, Nearly All Of Which Are On The Flat And Either Paved Or At Least A Sand/Gravel Path. Some Routes Follow The River Which Is Fairly Shallow. Margate Ln Bodmin Lancashire PL30 4AL 16.27 miles

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Ethy Woods Lostwithiel
Short Paddles Across Some Man Mad Stepping Stones And A Short Walk Into Some Woods A A Great Circular Walk, 30 Mins - 1 Hr Plus Lostwithiel Lancashire PL22 0NF 20.15 miles Perfect For Dogs Off The Lead, Some Part Will Require A Lead As Cows And Sheep Grazing But Plenty Of Advance Notice And All Finished Off With A Paddle.

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