- Paperback: 384 pages
- Publisher: Rough Guides Ltd; 2nd Revised edition edition (3 Jun 2004)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 184353312X
- ISBN-13: 978-1843533122
- Product Dimensions: 19.4 x 13 x 1.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
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- #70 in Books > Travel & Holiday > Countries & Regions > Europe > United Kingdom > Regions > South West England > Devon
- #77 in Books > Travel & Holiday > Countries & Regions > Europe > United Kingdom > Regions > South West England > Cornwall
- #100 in Books > Reference > Consumer Guides > Publisher > Rough Guide
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The Rough Guide to Devon and Cornwall is the ultimate insider's handbook to one of the most beautiful and popular regions of the UK. In this new edition, there is a 24-page full-colour introduction to the author's pick of the attractions and activities, from the cliff-top Minack theatre to a helicopter ride to the Isles of Scilly. The guide provides expert coverage of all the major sights, from the wild expanses of Dartmoor to the Eden project and critical reviews of the best restaurants, pubs and accommodation in every area. There is also practical advice for the host of outdoor activities available, from surfing to rambling and horse riding to diving.
About the Author
Written and researched by Robert Andrews. Rob is a co-author of the Rough Guide to England.
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20 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have this book and it's handy that it states about using public transport like trains and buses, BUT being as I reside in England and not the States. It can be rather confusing trying to work out the American equivalent to our pound. There are so many books on Cornwall; I would love to visit Cornwall. Alas Rough Guides is the nearest to tackling public transport, places to stay etc, most other books focus on the history. I don't mind history but it's doesn't help when you want to find out what the area's like e.g.: 'Cornish Dodge City', 'St Ives Hells Kitchen'.
I will keep on using this book, but I wish there was British Rough Guides for natives.
Thank you.
:)
136 of 157 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this book before spending a week's holiday driving with a friend round Cornwall, and returning to London through Devon. Unfortunately the book was a complete failure on a number of levels: a) very poor quality maps, and the fact that they were monochrome made them even more difficult to use b) insufficient listings of low-cost accomodation. We were looking for campsites, and in many areas this book listed only a single site. In reality, Cornwall is literally teaming with campsites, if only you know where to look. c) Dry, dull commentary. I don't know what age group this book is aimed at, but had previously been under the impression that 'Rough Guides' are aimed at a relatively youthful audience. However this book is tedious to read and contains far too many disparaging quotes about Cornwall by John Betjeman. All in all, I wouldn't recommend buying it.
14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I am a huge fan of the Rough Guide series. But this one was a major dissapointment. Terrible lack of detail - barely any maps and uninformative reviews.
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Useful book for the great explorer but not if you only want to know tourist attractions
Published 21 months ago by julie
Great book really informative
This book is a must for people visiting these areas - full of places to stay and visit!
Published on 21 April 2010 by D. Bland
Not impressed!
Having had plenty of previous good experiences with Rough Guides, I went straight for this when searching for a good guide to Cornwall. Read more
Published on 3 Aug 2009 by Barbara O' Donnell
The only guide to have
This is the all inclusive guide to have. Although this is called the Rough guide this book contains all the essential important facts & figures needed for visiting the area. Read more
Published on 10 Jun 2009 by Mr. Allan D. Plumb
great guide book for holiday makers
This is a great reference book, particularly for new visitors to the South West. I found it informative, easy to read with lots of great tips for where to visit & when, lots of... Read more
Published on 8 Mar 2009 by N. Webster
One stop guide
An OS Explorer map and the Rough Guide were all we needed to enjoy our stay in Cornwall. Clear and concise desriptions with some history. Read more
Published on 4 Feb 2009 by Mr. M. Ardron
Not enough ideas and insight
Having bought this book on the back of the Rough Guides' reputation for informative and interesting writing, I was disappointed. Read more
Published on 28 July 2008 by Meupnorth
Comprehensive, professionally-done, very strong.
I've always queried the concept of the Rough Guide series of books. I know there was the TV show in the 80's I think it was, where people like Magenta de Vine pretended to be down... Read more
Published on 27 May 2008 by degs
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