I always have a lot of questions about accommodati I always have a lot of questions about accommodation when we stay anywhere as a family so I thought I’d share this little tour of our room at @windjammerlanding which was a pretty perfect place to stay.

It’s the ‘Ocean View Two Bedroom’ which was like a little house, with an upstairs and downstairs, built into the hillside. Both rooms had outdoor space and their own shower rooms. Such a great option for a family.
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We can’t wait to go back again in the future. Here’s just a little snippet of our trip.
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Beaulieu is always a great day out - whatever the weather. This summer they have a whole ‘Summer of Fun’ planned, with activities most days - parades, bird shows and hundreds of sculptures within the grounds too. If you’re looking for a day out this summer definitely think about heading to Beaulieu.
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The set includes all the songs you know and love as well as a few less familiar ones.
You can’t take photos during the show which actually made a refreshing change. A whole arena focused purely on the show and soaking up the moment. It’s definitely something the four of us will always remember.
Now, I’m off to sing Dancing Queen all the way home.
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We explored HMS Warrior, HMS Victory and the Mary Rose Exhibition - which is incredible! We also saw where ships are built and restored and spent time in Action Stations where the kids climbed and did an assault course.

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So why not be in it to win it? To enter, all you have to do is send @nationalhways a DM on here with a photo or video of your favourite holiday moments. You can also comment on their Facebook or Twitter #ARoadsToSummer posts with your holiday photos. I've shared a few of our favourite photos to give you some inspiration.

The best six entries will each win a £500 @nationaltrust holidays voucher! SO what are you waiting for? Dig out your favourite holiday photos or take some new ones to share!

The #ARoadsToSummer competition runs from 24 July to 10 September 2023. Winners will be announced in September 2023.

Good luck!
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Days Out, Days Out and Attractions/Events, Reviews · March 13, 2019

A Journey on the Bodmin and Wenford Railway

The Bodmin and Wenford Railway is a classic old fashioned passenger railway that runs both steam and heritage diesel engines. With a five year old who is in love with Thomas the Tank Engine and all trains, we made the most of one of the running days on our way back from Cornwall recently to stop off at Bodmin General station for an hour’s fun visiting one of the best train rides in Cornwall.

A Journey on the Bodmin and Wenford Railway

We looked up the time table and prices online and were delighted to discover that at certain times of the year, children can go for only a pound when accompanied by a full paying adult! What made this better was that there are no time limits as to how long you can go up and down the line, making it a cheap full day out if you want it to. Free parking is available at Bodmin train station with another overflow car park nearby.

A Journey on the Bodmin and Wenford Railway

With the vintage charm of days gone by at Bodmin Station, there were lots of things to take in. From the authentically uniformed staff in the old ticket office to the small but well stocked gift shop, there is lots to look at. The member of staff in the gift shop was also actively seeking out children and giving them an activity sheet and colouring pencils to use onboard. A lovely and unexpected touch. From vintage advertising posters and routes, everything about the station instantly took us back in time. The children were in love with the place, happy to pose for photographs along the platform with props like luggage, station signs and even an old milk churn cart. Every detail was well thought out and blended in perfectly.

A Journey on the Bodmin and Wenford Railway
A Journey on the Bodmin and Wenford Railway
A Journey on the Bodmin and Wenford Railway

The signalman at the end of the platform was also in authentic uniform and when we heard an almighty whistle coming from a siding, we saw him swing into action, pulling levers allowing our engine to approach the platform. As it pulled in slowly, the children were in awe, it was so loud! The driver approached the carriages head on and the engine was coupled up. It was a few minutes until departure and the crew allowed all the children who wanted to, have a few moments actually inside the cab! Little Man was in his element.

A Journey on the Bodmin and Wenford Railway
A Journey on the Bodmin and Wenford Railway

It was time to find some seats and we were fortunate enough to find an empty compartment with big windows. We soon settled in and we could feel the steam building. Soon we were off, enjoying the Bodmin steam train ride. The ticket inspector soon came round and asked for our tickets, also telling us that tea, coffee and snacks were available at the end of the carriage. The children enjoyed their activity sheets, doing a crossword, colouring in pictures and spotting things out of the windows that were on a list. It was all railway themed and we loved every minute of it.

A Journey on the Bodmin and Wenford Railway

When the train pulled into the next station, Boscarne Junction, we took the opportunity to visit the tea lady and we also swapped seats into another carriage that was more open, allowing another family to enjoy the ride back in the private compartment.

A Journey on the Bodmin and Wenford Railway

Boscarne Junction is adjacent to the Camel Trail and we saw many people with bikes disembarking to go on a cycling adventure. This looked like a great stop for a cycle or walk and there is a pub, tea room and vineyard all within a 30-minute walk of the station.

During the fifteen minute stop, the engine whizzed past and soon coupled up to the front of the carriages. We were then on our return journey to Bodmin that was just as enjoyable as the first leg. At other times the steam railway train would stop at Bodmin Parkway and Colesloggett Halt too.

As we were on a schedule to get closer to home to meet friends, we only did one trip on the railway, getting back off at Bodmin Railway Station, but we could’ve stayed all day, the last trip wasn’t for a good few hours. We managed to get photos with the engine at the front of the carriages and the children had thoroughly enjoyed their morning on the railway.

A Journey on the Bodmin and Wenford Railway

If you’re in the area then the Bodmin & Wenford Railway would be a lovely addition to any day out and the children loved the experience of going on a real life Cornish steam engine. It isn’t a big main line steam train but it does offer connections to the First Great Western railway service at Bodmin Parkway if you want to make it part of a longer journey. It’s not every day you get to travel on a heritage railway service that’s for sure!

Ahead of your visit make sure you check the Bodmin and Wenford Railway Facebook page to see if there is an applicable Bodmin Railway discount that you can make use of. There are also many special events and you could even treat yourselves to Bodmin Railway cream teas or a Bodmin Railway Christmas special. You can find out more about the Bodmin Steam Railway here.

A Journey on the Bodmin and Wenford Railway
A Journey on the Bodmin and Wenford Railway

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  1. Sam | North East Family Fun Blog says

    March 13, 2019 at 10:53 am

    I don’t think this place is far from a place we stayed (Waterside Cornwall) – it looks lovely. My three love a train ride still too.

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  2. Plutonium Sox says

    March 13, 2019 at 12:05 pm

    Ahh this looks so lovely, amazing that the children’s tickets were only £1! We always stop off at the heritage railways if we’re nearby too, such a lovely thing to do with the children. They usually let dogs on too which is fab!
    Nat.x

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