Crossgreen Cottages are located in the very heart of tranquil countryside close to the Devon Cornwall border. Launceston, the ancient capital of Cornwall, is close by, with its castle ruin, museum, market town shops, restaurants and a large supermarket.
Within easy travelling distance is the magnificent and dramatic scenery of the North Cornwall and North Devon coast. There are family and surfing beaches in and around Bude, for further information see the Atlantic Highway Beach Guide. Much of the north coast is steeped in history and legend; discover small villages, harbours and a fascinating and scenic coastline.
Just 30 minutes drive in the opposite direction will take you onto Dartmoor with its majestic and awesome scenery of open moor, tors, rock formations, wooded valleys, clear streams, rivers and woods.
For further information visit www.crossgreen-cottages.co.uk
Brian has wide and varied experience in traditional woodworking skills originating from his time served as a shipwright in London. In the last five years Brian has renewed his associations with building traditional wooden craft and has made a name for himself as one of the very few builders of Pilot Gig Boats in the country.
Pilot Gig Boat racing is now eagerly pursued at several events through out the year.
Look out for Brian's Pilot Gig Boats:
For further information visit www.pilot-gig-builder.co.uk