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Witley Court and Gardens  I didn't really know what to expect when we decided to visit, but what a nice surprise, both my son and I really enjoyed every aspect of Witley. Its just very different, eerie and intriguing. The huge  Perseus and Andromeda fountain in the main garden is very impressive.  Witley is a huge site, the scenery is very impressive, offering a woodland walk, lake, gardens, the mansion itself and a very impressive Baroque Parish church. There is a children’s play area also and plans to add a cafe. There is a gift shop and toilet facilities already on site.  A little bit of History  T he vast shell of Witley Court was once one of the great country houses of England.  After a devastating fire in 1937, however, it became one of the country's most spectacular ruins . The earliest phase of the Witley Court buildings dates to the 13th century. Witley was remodelled and transformed 3 times,   t wic e by the Foley family in the 18th century ...

         Location, Location, Location   This visit to Cornwall was a business trip, so we chose The Fowey Valley Hotel in Lostwithiel due to its ideal location for us, although Lostwithiel is a small town it’s location is well positioned if you plan on visiting the local scenic quaint harbours and beaches.  The Fowey Valley is a very reasonably priced hotel with good facilities, and comfortable furnishings, the food was very good, both the evening meal and breakfast with a good selection.                              We found the staff very efficient friendly and accommodating. There is plenty of free parking on site, but make sure you remember to register your car at reception to avoid fines.  We visited the following places before we ran out of time. - Looe, 26 minute drive - Polkerris, 15 minute drive ( a lovely place to enjoy a warm evening either in the Rashleigh Arms...