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Welcome to Higher Kellacott Holiday Cottages. Designed exclusively for couples, our cottages are the perfect setting for you to enjoy a real escape to the country. Be inspired by the peaceful surroundings of The Old Barn and The Cottage, two beautifully restored properties, which have been equipped with every home comfort. The private outside spaces are a wonderful feature for guests wishing to enjoy the tranquil surroundings of our West Devon smallholding, away from the hussle and bussle of everyday life. After a day out exploring, come 'home' in time to reconnect with nature and immerse yourself in the peace and tranquility around you

Located on a very quiet country road, we are just 2 miles from the A30, providing excellent access to major tourist destinations and local landmarks

The Old Barn

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  • The Old Barn holiday cottage bedroom, Higher Kellacott

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  • The Old Barn holiday cottage sunset, Higher Kellacott

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The Old Barn was renovated in 2023, taking full advantage of the size and aspect of this 18th century shippon to create a peaceful retreat for couples. 
The upstairs open plan living space features a vaulted ceiling, exposed beams and many original features. The ground floor has a large bedroom with vaulted ceiling and exposed stone wall and a luxurious bathroom. 
A large upper deck with glass balustrade is surrounded by fields and far reaching views, providing a wonderful area to enjoy the outdoors from dawn till dusk. For further details click here

The Cottage

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  • The Cottage holiday cottage dining area, Higher Kellacott

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  • The Cottage holiday cottage sunny patio, Higher Kellacott

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The Cottage is delightfully situated, with a large south facing patio surrounded by gardens and fields opposite and spectacular views to Dartmoor.

The cottage itself, which is attached to the main house, enjoys spacious living accommodation, including a pretty kitchen and cosy sitting room with dining area. French windows lead out from the sitting room on to a sunny patio, which is perfect for al fresco dining or an evening barbecue.  Stairs lead to a large bedroom on the first floor, along with a luxury bathroom.

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Guest Reviews
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    The Cottage

    "We thoroughly enjoyed our four night stay at the cottage at Higher Kellacott Cottage. Our time there was a highlight of our trip to England. The location was gorgeous. Georgina and David were warm and friendly - the perfect hosts. We were lucky to arrive during lambing season and had the opportunity to hold one of the lambs and meet her family! The cottage was sparkling clean with every convenience. Georgina offers, for a fee, her homemade food and we happily partook of her croissants and vegetarian cottage pie. Georgina and David gave us wonderful advice about Dartmoor and we explored the moor and the Cornwall coast. We would love to go back to Higher Kellacott." Charles and Karen, USA. May 2024.

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    "Such a relaxing and wholesome few days. The cooking facilities really made it a special time, home away from home. We were welcomed and greeted by David and Georgina, who were absolutely lovely. Super special watching the little lambs every morning from the balcony. The Old Barn truly is a special place. Very welcoming and well detailed throughout. Made the perfect escape. Thank you so much, we look forward to returning." Chelsea & Rosie. Lincolnshire. April 2024.

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    "What a wonderful, quiet getaway. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Georgina & David were wonderful hosts. Our dog Freya absolutely loved watching the sheep and Misty out of the window. Your fresh produce was a delight for breakfast and your recommendations of The Tors at Belstone was a fab pub lunch. The Old Barn is beautiful, we're so glad we found you. Thany you again for such a lovely stay!" Chrissy & Ben. Berkshire. February 2024.

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    “Maria and I would like to thank you for your hospitality during our stay. Your attention to detail, and all those extra little touches, made all the difference if we compare to other places we have stayed. You should give yourselves a huge pat on the back for a job well done. Make no mistake, we will most definitely recommend a stay at Higher Kellacott Cottage to anyone travelling to your neck of the woods. Thanks again.” Rob & Maria, The Wirrel. Summer 2021.

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    The Old Barn 

    "An absolutely beautiful place to stay - The Old Barn is equipped with everything you need and more! Georgina and David have been the most welcoming hosts, where nothing it too much trouble. We really enjoyed this part of the country and our stay has been made extra special by returning to the stunning views from the balcony - sharing them with the sheep, geese and chickens! Thank you for a lovely stay in an amazing place, we hope to be back soon". Stephen and Tina, Kent. September 2023.

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    "The cottage is in a beautiful location with views of the sunrise over Dartmoor and is perfectly located for exploring both Devon and Cornwall, whether you wish to visit the coast or take a walk on the moor. It is fully equipped with everything you need, is beautifully decorated and was spotlessly clean. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and can highly recommend a stay here - the super king size bed is the most comfortable we have ever slept in too!! Special thanks to Georgina for making it a wonderful stay in her beautiful cottage." Helen & Tony, Tewkesbury. Summer 2022.

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    The Old Barn

    "Thank you for your great work to build The Old Barn. We loved it and the surroundings with the sheep, geese and hens in our garden:) It was really nice to discover your beautiful countryside and coastline. We also enjoyed cooking in the kitchen. Thanks." Fiona and Adrian, Switzerland. August 2023.

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    The Old Barn 

    "Thank you for a lovely holiday home, it's absolutely gorgeous! We love the upper decking and the view of the sheep, hens and geese; it's great to watch them in the mornings when we wake up! It was equipped with everything you could possibly need, thank you for helping me beforehand with questions I had and thank you for the coffee too! We had the honour of meeting your gorgeous Labrador too, who is absolutely a big cutie :) Thanks again, i'm sure we will be back! Hannah and Alex. South Devon. August 2023.

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  • Louise & Stuart, Australia

    The Cottage

    "Georgina's cottage is stylish, beautifully decorated and equipped with the latest gadgets. There is also a lovely patio and garden for the guests' exclusive use, and these are great places to watch the sunset over Bodmin Moor. Being in the country you can enjoy a breathtaking starfield on a clear night, and the sunrises over Dartmoor are stunning. Georgina herself is an excellent hostess, keen to ensure everything is just perfect for your stay, but at the same time making sure your peace and quiet isn't disturbed. We really enjoyed our stay and can't wait for our next visit!" Dave & Wendy. Summer 2018

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    The Old Barn: "A beautiful place to stay to get some peace and quiet. The Old Barn has everything you need and is perfectly located. We had a great few days exploring, got lost on the Moors and visited The Tors pub in Belstone, for a wonderful on Sunday. Thanks to Georgina and David for great recommendations. We will hopefully be back soon." Lucy, February 2024.

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    "What can I say - Sparkling clean accommodation and very well located for visiting Devon and Cornwall. The cottage had everything we needed and more with extra touches here and there. Fresh flowers and fruit and Georgina was on hand to check us in and show us around. Beautiful surroundings with amazing views and a great nights sleep thanks to the huge bed and very comfortable mattress. Everything is so well thought out and fixtures and fittings are top notch. We wish we could have stayed longer, but will be back." John & Michell, Kent.

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 Seasons, Length of Stay & Payment
  • Both properties are open all year, allowing bookings for up to 3 weeks
  • High Season - July and August
  • 3 night short breaks are available excluding the high season; 2 nights are available from November till March
  • Please note that Higher Kellacott Cottages are strictly non-smoking properties.
Payment Terms 
  • A 35% deposit will be payable when placing your booking, unless the start date is within 28 days, in which case full payment will be taken when booking
  • The balance payment will be payable 28 days from the start date of your booking.
To check availability and book your chosen property, view the online calendar below. If you have any queries about a particular date, please don't hesitate to email us.
What We Offer

Amenities

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Both cottages are fully equipped with a range of amenities designed to ensure you have everything you need during your stay with us. Below is a detailed list for each property. 
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  • Cottage Amenities

    • Onsite parking opposite cottage
    • Free superfast broadband/WiFi
    • Electric heating (included in price)
    • Egyptian cotton linen and towels provided
    • Invigorated Water Filter Jug
    • Electric toaster & kettle
    • Electric hob, oven & microwave 
    • Espresso machine & French press
    • Fridge with ice box 
    • Food processor
    • Egg boiler
    • Pots, pans & ovenware
    • Crockery, cutlery & glassware
    • Dining table
    • Electric woodburner stove
    • HD Smart TV with Freeview & Netflix
    • DVD player
    • Books & games compendium
    • Bluetooth speaker
    • Dining table & chairs
    • Zanussi washer/dryer 
    • Airer, iron & ironing board
    • Clothes pegs & wasking line
    • Hair dryer
    • Outside dining table & sun loungers
  • Barn Amenities

    • Onsite parking opposite barn
    • Free superfast broadband/WiFi
    • Oil fired heating (included in price)
    • Egyptian cotton linen and towels provided
    • Invigorated Water Filter Jug
    • Electric toaster & kettle
    • Electric hob, oven & microwave 
    • Espresso machine & French press
    • Fridge 
    • Upright freezer (utility)
    • Food processor
    • Egg boiler
    • Pots, pans & ovenware
    • Crockery, cutlery & glassware
    • Dining table & chairs
    • Electric feature fire
    • HD Smart TV with Freeview & Netflix
    • Books & games compendium
    • Bose speaker
    • Bosch washing machine (utility)
    • Dryer (utility)
    • Airer, iron & ironing board
    • Clothes pegs & wasking line
    • Hair dryer
    • Outside dining table & sun loungers
    • Hammock
  • Additional Amenities

    • Barbecue
    • Shared outside seating area with sunloungers
    • Table tennis table
    • Yoga mat (on request)
    • Portable air conditioning unit is available during very hot weather.

Complimentary Consumables 

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We aim to deliver the highest standards of care and attention for our guests to ensure they have a memorable stay, including a range of complimentary consumables.
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  • A little Welcome

    • Fresh flowers
    • A selection of fruit
    • Chocolates
  • Kitchen Consumables

    • A selection of teas, coffee, including ground & instant, hot chocolate
    • Cooking condiments, including olive oil, vinegar
    • Sea salt & mixed peppercorns
    • Herbs & spices
    • Kitchen roll
    • Kitchen foil, baking paper & clingfilm
    • Bayliss & Harding liquid hand soap
    • Ecover washing up liquid
    • Ecover cleaner
    • Dishwasher tablets
    • Ecover laundry detergent
  • Bathroom Consumables

    • Bayliss & Harding bath & shower products
    • Himalayan Bath Salts
    • Shampoo & conditioner
    • Toilet tissue
    • Tissues
    • Ecover cleaner

Home Produce

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We have a small selection of home produce available on request for guests to purchase during your stay, including home cured bacon, freshly made bread, croissants fresh from the oven and a selection of preserves and honey.
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  • Breakfast

    • Home cured bacon
    • Cumberland Sausages - Gluten free
    • Free range eggs from our own hens
    • Freshly made bread, including Gluten Free
    • Croissants /Pain au Chocolat
  • Honey & Preserves

    • Clear Devon Honey from our own bees
    • Soft Set Honey
    • Apricot jam
    • Strawberry jam
    • Blackberry jam
    • Orange marmalade
    • Hedgerow jelly

    Please check, as there is limited supply of some of these preserves, as they are made in small batches

Dog Friendly

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Higher Kellacott is the perfect place to enjoy a holiday or short break with your dogs, with so many wonderful walks and dog friendly pubs to explore only a short drive from Kellacott.  
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  • Capacity & Fees

    Considering the space available in each cottage we are happy to welcome: 

    • One small to medium dog in The Cottage 
    • Up to two dogs in The Old Barn

    The dog fee for all bookings is £30 for 1 dog, £50 for 2 dogs. 

  • Facilities for Dogs

    • Each property has a dedicated space for dog beds
    • Feed & water bowls are available on request
    • We provide dog towels as required
    • Dog waste bins & bags are provided
    • Details of many dog friendly pubs available
    • There is a fully enclosed paddock for guests to exercise dogs off the lead
    • Although neither cottage has an attached garden, we provide a very pretty enclosed garden with seating area for guests to enjoy where dogs can be let off the lead
    • The Old Barn has a dog gate available so that dogs can be let out onto the upper deck.
  • House Rules for Dogs

    We request that all dog owners please consider the following house rules before booking one of our cottages: 

    • Due to the high quality furnishings and bedding that we provide for our guests to enjoy, we ask owners not to allow their dogs on any furniture or in the bedroom 
    • Dogs must be kept under control at all times when outside the cottage as we have sheep, hens and geese on our property. We also have a black Labrador and a cat
    • Dogs are not to be left unattended in the property at any time. 

Tourist Attractions & Experiences

On Site & Under an Hour's drive

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    Enjoy the beaty and mystery of Tintagel Castle

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    The beautiful National Trust Cotehele House, Gardens & Quay are well worth a visit

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    The Eden Project is under an hour from Kellacott

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    Take a day trip to Port Isaac on the north Cornish coast

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  • Alder Vineyard tour

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    Discover English wine making heritage  on an Alder Vineyard tour with wine tasting

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  • Burley Down Woods near Lydford

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    Enjoy a wander through Burley Down Woods near Lydrod

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    Enjoy some sun, sea & sand at Bude beach, with coastal path walks & a 50m sea pool

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    Local town Tavistock's popular indoor pannier market for rainy day exxursions

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    Enjoy a scenic drvie over Bodmin more, with Jamaica Inn and Bodmin Gaol for stopovers

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    Nine Maidens walk near Belstone, followed by a visit to The Tors Inn, a very popular dog friendly pub

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    Private on site beekeeping experience

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    Fancy a dip in the River Tavy, near Peter Tavy

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    Choose a section of the South West Coast Path

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    The popular National Trust Lydford Gorge walk with White Lady Waterfall 

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    Off road cycling routes include the Granite Way, Camel Trail, Roadford Lake & Tamar Valley Cycling routes

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    Enjoy spectacular views from Dartmoor's Highest Peak, High Willhays Tor

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Further Afield

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    Don't miss the causeway walk at low tide on a visit to St Michael's Mount

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    The Lost Gardens of Heligan & Trebah Gardens near Falmouth 

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    Agatha Christie's Greenway House, Torquay

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    Kent Cavern Caves, Torquay are a guest recommendation

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    Delve into Cornwall's fascinating tin mining heritage

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    Burgh Island is only accessible by the causeway or sea tractor

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    Clovelly is a very pretty harbour village near Bideford

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    Polzeath & Watergate Bay surfing & body boarding beaches

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Location
The map below pinpoints the location of Higher Kellacott. On leaving the A30, there is a short drive along a country road to our smallholding, which means our guests not only have the benefit of a rural location, but being just under 2 miles from the A30, they also have ease of access when travelling to various day excursions, eating out or accessing local amenities.  
Plan Your Stayin Devon

 Dining Out

If you'd like eat out while your staying at Higher Kellacott, there is a great choice of pubs, hotels and restaurants close to home and further afield, with many using local produce to produce an excellent range of freshly prepared home cooked dishes for you to choose from. It is advisable to book in advance, so please ring to book a table to avoid disappointment.

Here are a few suggestions, for further details, read more

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    The Tors, Belstone

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    The Springer Spaniel, Treburley, near Launceston

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    The Castle Inn, Lydford - Devon's Pub of the Year 2023

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    The Arundell Arms, Lifton, offers an a la carte menu for a special occasion

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    Taw River Inn, Sticklepath

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    Restaurant G's, Launceston

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    The Beach Hut, Watergate Bay

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Food Shopping & Refuelling your Car

Here is a small selection of local options for you to consider when planning your food shopping, prior to your arriving at Kellacott, including the multi award winning Strawberry Fields Farm Shop, Lifton & Homeleigh Garden Centre, Launceston. Okehampton and Launceston are the most local towns for a range of supermarkets and garages. For further details, read more

Electric car charging facilities are available at Strawberry Fields Farm Shop.

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    Strawberry Fields Farm Shop, Lifton

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    Nearest petrol stations - Lifton, Launceston & Okehampton

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    Warren Butchers, Launceston

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Out & Aboutin Devon

Walks Near & Far

There are wonderful views to Dartmoor from Higher Kellacott, with three of its highest peaks visible from both cottages. Just a 20 minute drive will take you to the National Park, from where you can enjoy either short circular routes or longer more demanding hikes. Read more
The South West Coastal Path is the UK's longest national trail. To explore the Devon & Cornwall coastline, read more 
There are also nearby walks, including Lydford Gorge, Burley Down Woods & some further afield. Read more

Culture & History

If your interests lie with culture and history, you will be spoilt for choice as there are many local towns, National Trust properties, museums, gardens and other tourist destinations to choose from. 
Dartmoor's rich and varied history spans thousands of years, leaving a multitude of landmarks and archeological remains to explore. Lydford, one of Dartmoor's most ancient settlements including some Saxon town remains, is under a 30 minute drive. Read more

Sun, Sea & Sand 

Higher Kellacott is a fantastic base for venturing to a number of excellent coastal towns, resorts and beaches for some sun, sea and sand. Travel south to Burgh Island, west to St Michael's Mount or north west to Tintagel or Clovelly. 
There are a number of renowned surfing beaches within reach on the north coast, including Newquay, Polzeath, Bude and Watergate Bay, where the Extreme Academy is based. 

Get Active & Adventurous

If you'd like some adventure during your stay, whether your interests lie with cycling, climbing or horseriding, there are many venues for you to explore. Popular off road cycle routes include the Granite Way and Tarka Trails, as well as the nearby Roadford Lake. Read more
Roadford Lake also hosts a number of watersports for you to try out.
There are a number of indoor outdoor activity centres, where climbing, tree top walks and caving, amongst others. 
The Higher Kellacott Blog - Out & About in Nature
High Down to Widgery Cross
by Georgina Tomkins 1 March 2024
No matter the time of year or the weather we encounter, this meandering circular route down to the River Lyd, looking east towards Great Nodden, Arms Tor and Brat Tor, topped with Widgery Cross, is always full of wonderful sights and the enchanting sounds of nature. There are many paths to the surrounding Tors if you'd like to be up high, or down to the valley and river, which can be crossed in several places, whether across the footbridge, stepping stones, or narrow bands of river where you can carefully pick your way across the stony shallows.
by Georgina Tomkins 7 February 2024
We recently discovered this lovely peace of woodland, just a 15 minute drive away from Higher Kellacott, and found it to be a wonderful place to enjoy a mindful walk amongst nature. There are loads of paths to choose from, which take you through various sections of coniferous forest with smaller pockets of deciduous trees. There is a peaceful atmosphere and we were particularly struck by the green carpet of undergrowth, which seems so unusual for coniferous woodland, as you can see from the images and video clip below.
by Georgina Tomkins 4 February 2024
Walking from Meldon Quarry car park, we crossed the West Okement River footbridge and took a woodland walk up the wooded valley towards the Meldon Reservoir car park, passing a favourite cathedral like line of beech trees and finding a wonderful collection of mosses and lichens, in large carpets on the ground and on the barks and branches of trees and shrubs. Although we haven't identified them all yet, we have samples of the beautifully names Swan's Neck Thyme Moss and Rough Stalked Feather Moss.
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