Welcome to Venterdon

Venterdon is a small village located in the county of Cornwall, England. It is situated in the southeastern part of the county, near the town of Liskeard. The village is known for its picturesque countryside, rolling hills, and stunning views of the surrounding landscape. It is a popular destination for tourists who come to explore the area's natural beauty and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.

One of the main attractions in Venterdon is the nearby Bodmin Moor, which is a vast expanse of open moorland that covers over 200 square kilometers. The moor is home to a variety of wildlife, including wild ponies, deer, and birds of prey. Visitors can explore the moor on foot or by bike, and there are several trails and paths that lead through the rugged terrain. The moor is also home to several ancient monuments, including stone circles, burial chambers, and standing stones, which provide a glimpse into the area's rich history.

In addition to its natural beauty, Venterdon is also known for its friendly community and vibrant local culture. The village has a number of traditional pubs and restaurants, where visitors can sample local cuisine and enjoy a pint of ale. There are also several annual events and festivals that take place in the village, including the Venterdon Music Festival, which showcases local musicians and artists. Overall, Venterdon is a charming and welcoming village that offers visitors a unique glimpse into the beauty and culture of Cornwall.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 5.3°C

Feels Like: 5°C

Wind: 2.2 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Stoke Climsland School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Ben Towe	Stoke Climsland Callington Cornwall PL17 8ND 01579370457 School Website
Trekenner Community Primary School Foundation School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Laura Mead	Lezant Launceston Cornwall PL15 9PH 01579370435 School Website
Coads Green Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Headteacher Claire Bader	Coads Green Launceston Cornwall PL15 7LY 1566782303 School Website
Upton Cross Ace Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Emily Goodey	Upton Cross Liskeard Cornwall PL14 5AX 1579362519 School Website
Callington Community College Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Wendy Ainsworth	Launceston Road Callington Cornwall PL17 7DR 1579383292 School Website
Callington Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Antony Fugill	24 Saltash Road Callington Primary School, 24 Saltash Road Callington Cornwall PL17 7EF 1579386160 School Website
Pensilva Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Michael Davies	School Road Pensilva Liskeard Cornwall PL14 5PG 01579362546 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
Launceston Primary School Free Schools Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Kerr	Long Field Road Launceston Cornwall PL15 9FW 1566701685 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Gunnislake Station Approach, Off Sand Hill, Gunnislake, Cornwall, PL18 9DZ 6.43 Miles

Calstock Commercial Road, Calstock, Cornwall, PL18 9QY 7.46 Miles

Bere Alston Station Road, Bere Alston, Devon, PL20 7EP 8.49 Miles

Liskeard Station Road, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 4DX 8.65 Miles

Menheniot Lower Clicker Road, Menheniot, Cornwall, PL14 3PJ 9.02 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Anytime Taxi's 01579 346007 Caradon Town Flat, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 5AR 3.28 Miles
Tamar Cars 01579 389200 60 Fore Street, Callington, Cornwall, PL17 7AQ 3.83 Miles
Kit Hill Cars 07920 473747 Cornerways, Gunnislake, Cornwall, PL18 9BB 4.66 Miles
Kensey Kabs 07776 200992 Race Hill, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 9BD 5.62 Miles
Caradon Cabs Ltd 01579 340007 Rosemary Cottage, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 5JN 5.75 Miles
Ab Taxis 01566 776877 31 Westgate Street, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 7AD 5.86 Miles
Coombe-Cabs 07734 350614 Coombe House, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 5EL 6.29 Miles
Cozens Cars Of Launceston 01566 779130 Holne House, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 8EW 6.29 Miles
Rdc Car Sales 01566 86618 Rudona, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 8QR 7.21 Miles
T C Taxi 07814 241656 High View, Lifton, Devon, PL16 0HR 7.55 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Bray Shop Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Linkinhorne Wall Box Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Burraton Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kersbrook Cross Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
South Hill Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Venterdon Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Patreida Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Halwell Corner Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stoke Climsland Post Office Collection Today available until:10:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Round House Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Treburley Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Beals Mill Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Trebullett Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tremollett Ford Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rillaton Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Tamar Valley Health 01579 382666	Tamar Valley Health The Health Ctr, Haye Road Callington Cornwall PL17 7AW
Pensilva Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	School Road Pensilva Liskeard PL14 5RP
Pensilva Health Centre	School Road Pensilva Liskeard Cornwall PL14 5RP
Pensilva Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	School Road Pensilva Liskeard PL14 5RP
Lewannick	Landry Cottage Lewannick Cornwall PL15 7QD

Local Stores

Petrol Launceston - Western Road
Wobern Garage
Western Road
Launceston
Cornwall
PL15 7AU
01566 772975
Store Website
5.64 miles

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SPAR Callington
SPAR
21 Fore Street
Callington
PL17 7AD
01579 382070
Store Website
3.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Glebe Veterinary Surgery
Lezant Launceston Cornwall PL15 9PP 01579 371295 inbox@glebevets.co.uk Website 2.62 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Closed between 17:00 and 19:00
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Sun	closed	closed

Calweton Veterinary Group
Calweton Veterinary Centre 79 Tavistock Road Callington Cornwall PL17 7RD 01579 383231 admin@calwetonvets.co.uk Website 3.86 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Launceston Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 5A Launceston Retail Park Hurdon Road Launceston Devon PL15 9DJ Launceston@vets4pets.com Website 5.33 miles

Animals Treated
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Castle Veterinary Group Limited
Castle Veterinary Group Limited Pennygillam Way Launceston Cornwall PL15 7ED 01566 772211 webmaster@castleveterinarygroup.co.uk Website 5.42 miles
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Animals Treated
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Farm Animal Reception is open to 12.30pm and Small Animal Reception to 3pm.
Sun	closed	closed

Penbode Vets Ltd
Trethorne Kennards House Launceston Cornwall PL15 8QE 01566 86985 launceston.farm@penbodevets.co.uk Website 5.87 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

Luxstowe Vets Ltd
Luxstowe Liskeard Cornwall PL14 3QF 01579 342120 admin@luxstowevets.co.uk Website 7.87 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Emergency service available from 12.30pm
Sun	closed	closed

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 4.49 miles

Location what3words ketchup.migrants.reset

Seaton Beach
The Moorings Downderry Torpoint Lancashire PL11 3LL 13.10 miles Season Beach Cafe Pl11 3Jq

Location what3words recur.eagles.pupils

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 15.25 miles

Location what3words pyramid.objective.fewest

Cardinham Woods
Cardinham Woods Are A Beautiful Mixed Woodland. Here, We List Three Circular Walks With Varied Length, To Suit All Abilities. PL30 4AL 15.27 miles Cardinham Woods Are Located Just Off The A30 Near Bodmin And Lanhydrock.

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 15.35 miles

Location what3words clearcut.including.facelift

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 15.73 miles

Location what3words scam.radar.rainy

Weather Forecast

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	Light freezing rain	Clear	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Mist	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast
Temp	-0.5°C	-0.7°C	-0.7°C	-0.9°C	-0.8°C	-0.5°C	0°C	0.6°C	0.8°C	0.5°C	0.1°C	-0.2°C
Feels Like	-4.7°C	-5.5°C	-5.5°C	-5.1°C	-5°C	-4.6°C	-4°C	-2.5°C	-2.9°C	-2.3°C	-3.1°C	-3.8°C

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Temp	-0.4°C	-0.5°C	-0.7°C	-1°C	-2.1°C	-2.8°C	-4.2°C	-5.4°C	-6.1°C	-6.6°C	-7.8°C	-9.8°C
Feels Like	-4.1°C	-4.2°C	-4.3°C	-3.7°C	-5.9°C	-7.5°C	-9.7°C	-11.5°C	-12.1°C	-13°C	-14.8°C	-17.4°C

Sunday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-10°C	-10.7°C	-11.4°C	-12.1°C	-12.3°C	-11.4°C	-9.5°C	-7.7°C	-7°C	-7.3°C	-8.7°C	-9.4°C
Feels Like	-17.8°C	-18.5°C	-19.2°C	-19.8°C	-20°C	-18.5°C	-15.3°C	-11.8°C	-10.2°C	-10.6°C	-12.8°C	-15.5°C

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