Just for a change why not try leaving the car here and explore the local area. Listed below are a number of local walks and bike rides. On most of the routes you will find places to eat, cafes and pubs, etc.

Local walk around Goonhavern
Local walk around St Allen and Zelah


       



Whatever we do and wherever we go, we have some impact on the environment and community. By making positive choices during your stay, you can help to look after Cornwall and this beautiful area ensuring that it retains everything that is special about it for your next visit. You can have an impact right here at Callestock Courtyard!
We are members of the Green Tourism Business Scheme, having recently achieved a Silver Award and we encourage visitors to do what they can to be green and help the environment during their stay.

1. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
In Cornwall we take our recycling very seriously, as we hope you do at home! Say no to packaging where possible, especially plastic bags. You will find recycling banks in most main car parks across the area.  In Cornwall we work hard to recycle all we can. Please help us by making use of the recycling area in the corner of the courtyard. We recycle paper, cardboard, tin cans (washed out), plastic containers (washed out and without the lids), glass bottles and jars (washed out and without the lids). We have recently installed two compost bins (situated near the milking parlour) and each property has a compost caddy for green waste.

2. Reduce traffic: walk, cycle or use public transport
Walking and cycling are great ways to see the area without adding to traffic. Use public transport if you need to travel to your start point, but try exploring near to where you are staying - there are some fantastic places to see right on your doorstep! We have put together some car free days out local to us for walkers and cyclists – more details are provided.

3. Stay Local, Eat Local, Buy Local, See Local
Support local producers and services - this way your visit has a real benefit to the communities of Cornwall. And you get to see and taste the real quality that Cornwall offers. Visit Farmers Markets, farm shops, village stores, pubs and cafes. More details are provided to help you make the most of the local shops in Goonhavern and Perranporth and our very own local pub in Zelah, The Hawkins Arms.

4. Chill out – switch off….
If you can - try to switch off lights, try not to leave the TV on standby and turn off dripping taps. We offer an outdoor drying area to save using the tumble dryer. Every little bit of effort helps protect and enhance our beautiful environment. It only takes a moment and it’s all worth it!

5. Follow the Countryside Code: respect – protect – enjoy.
The Countryside Code reminds visitors to protect plants and animals; take litter away; leave gates and property as you find them; keep dogs under close control; consider other people and users when visiting the countryside.



First Great Western often run special offers on their Cornish Branch Line Services to encourage visitors to Go Green. Branch lines include: St Ives Bay Line between St Erth and St Ives; the Maritime Line between Truro and Falmouth; The Atlantic Coast Line between Par and Newquay; The Looe Valley Line between Liskeard and Looe and the Tamar Valley Line between Plymouth and Gunnislake.

Cheap Day Return tickets are available after the morning peak on weekdays and anytime on Saturdays and Sundays. More information can be obtained from www.firstgreatwestern.co.uk or National Rail Enquiries on 08457 48 49 50

So why not make the most of this opportunity to leave the car behind and enjoy our some of our most scenic train journeys other people and users when visiting the countryside.