Posts by management@budockvean.co.uk

Set in 65 acres of sub-tropical garden, woodland and golf course, Budock Vean is sat, tucked away, on The Helford River on the south coast of Cornwall … infact, it’s the only hotel on The Helford.  The river’s tranquil waters, creeks and hamlets have long provided inspiration for artists including writers such as Daphne Du…

Here is your handy guide to family friendly sporting activities right here on site at Budock Vean. There’s plenty to choose from on land and sea and family friendly coaching options if you fancy polishing up your skills while you are on holiday. Whether you’re trying something for the first time or using your holiday…

Our wonderful chefs and catering team at Budock Vean are passionate about the dishes that they create daily for our guests. They put a great deal of time and thought into sourcing the very best that Cornwall has to offer – the riches of land and sea – and showcasing those ingredients on our menus!…

From exploring some of the most beautiful sub tropical gardens in the U.K at nearby Trebah and Glendurgan, to visiting museums such as the National Maritime Museum Cornwall there is plenty to see and do in Cornwall. Read more to find out about some of the best holiday activities in Cornwall. Dates and opening times may vary so visitors…

Via Ferrata Originating in the Alps during WW1 to enable troops to cross mountains, Via Ferrata is a climbing route like no other. Metal steps, suspension bridges and zip wires make it one of the most adrenaline-filled climbing activities in the country. Embark on an unforgettable journey through historic granite quarries, push your boundaries and…

In the summer of 1934 Daphne du Maurier spent a night on her yacht anchored in Frenchman’s Creek on the Helford River. This experience, bobbing about on the calm waters of that silent creek, was to inspire her classic novel of the same name about a French pirate captain and his love for the local…

“Happiness is making the most of what you have, and riches is making the most of what you’ve got.” – The Shell Seekers, Rosamunde Pilcher Since publishing her now iconic book, The Shell Seekers, in 1987 the Cornish novelist, Rosamunde Pilcher, has gathered a huge international following and critical acclaim for her beautifully observed books…

Our treatment of the month for March is an ELEMIS Pro-Glow Rose Facial and Hydrating Back Massage. Begin with a muscle relaxing and hydrating back massage and indulge your senses with our Limited-Edition Rose Facial. Formulated using over twenty varieties of hand-picked roses that have been carefully chosen for their complexity of fragrance, the antioxidant…

Pask Lowen onen hag oll! – Happy Easter one and all! The celebration of annual festivals helps us mark the turning of the year. As a community they are an excuse to come together and to exchange gifts as well as giving us all something to look forward to. Easter, although an important Christian season…

Book an ELEMIS Pro Glow Facial in the month of February and add on a 25 minute back, neck and shoulder massage for just £20. Indulge in our exclusive bespoke ELEMIS Pro Glow Facial experience, tailored to meet your unique skincare needs and preferences. Our signature facial combines the best elements from our previous treatments,…