Budock Vean recognised in national accommodation awards
At Budock Vean, we are delighted to annouce that we have been awarded a top national award from Visit England. The ROSE award, Recognition Of...
Half term happenings in Cornwall
Make BV your base for an October half term break in Cornwall this year. As well as all the activities on site (including the boat...
The Great Autumn Skills Bonanza at BV
Gaining new skills and experiences on land and sea in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is the theme of autumn here at the Budock...
Great Walks near Budock Vean!
Within just a few miles of the Budock Vean there is a wonderful wealth of walking opportunities for you to enjoy. In recent years the...
The Story of Budock Vean’s Pioneer Movie Maker Owner
In 1930 after a visit to the then deserted manor house known as Budock Vean two men decided to purchase it and turn it into...
Get into Tall Ships Spirits at BV
The world’s magnificent Tall Ships will be showcased in Falmouth for the first time in nine years from August 15th – 18th and here at...
Pirates & Smugglers
The quiet creeks and wooded valleys of the Helford River are a haven for wildlife and a delight to explore but in the past they...
Penryn College students swap the classroom for polytunnels
Pupils from secondary school Penryn College recently spent a day getting the lowdown on organic veg growing and plant identification at Budock Vean Hotel. The...
Pledge for Nature: Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Local Nature Partnership
We are delighted to be supporting the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Local Nature Partnership, a fantastic collaboration of local partners working together to champion...
BV team help showcase hotel’s facilities
Some of the team at Budock Vean Hotel have been downing tools to help show off the resort’s on-site activities for a new summer campaign....
Tai Chi Taster Sessions
This summer local Tai Chi practitioner Rachel Grande will be visiting our croquet lawn to run a 45 minute Tai Chi taster class. If you’ve...
Watercolour Painting Break
Working on a seasonal theme and taking inspiration from the beautiful colours and patterns that nature provides. Shari, a Cornwall based artist and tutor, will...
The Nessie of the Helford River
Cornwall is not only a place of stunning natural beauty, it is also a magical land of myths and legends, a westerly world of fantastic...
Thank you for supporting CCF
You may already know that Cornwall Community Foundation (CCF) is one of four charities that we support, along with Miracle Theatre, Cornwall Wildlife Trust and...
Beginners Bridge Break with Jeremy Child
Do you know people who play bridge? Would you like to learn to play bridge? Find out what all the fuss is about in the...
Spring Stays with Free Champagne
Make your mini-break pack more punch with 10% off … and a fizzy little extra. Pack your bags and escape for a pre-summer mini break...
Open Studios Cornwall 2023
Between Saturday 27 May and Sunday 4 June, hundreds of artists, designers and makers from across the Duchy will throw open the doors of their...
What’s on: Family Fun Days Out This May Half-Term
For holidaymakers and locals looking for something to keep the kids entertained during the school holidays, Cornwall’s top attractions are offering plenty of family fun...
Teenage Friendly Activities This May Half-Term
Flambards From the thrill seekers, to those who prefer a gentler pace, experience the fun in the clutches of the Skyforce to a dizzying spin...
Tall Ships Falmouth 2023
After nine years the Tall Ships are back in Falmouth. From Tuesday 15th to Friday 18th August everyone can enjoy the spectacle of these beautiful...
The Magical Woodlands of the Helford River
The Budock Vean Hotel is blessed to have the Helford River, one of the most precious, untouched and environmentally important treasures of the Cornish countryside,...
Seaweed Pressing Workshop with The Seaweed Institute
Ruth and Kerry from The Seaweed Institute bring their seaweed pressing workshop to Budock Vean on Wednesday 26th April 2023. During the workshop you’ll learn...
What’s on: Easter in Cornwall
Whether you’re visiting Cornwall this Easter, or you live in the county and are perhaps looking for family-friendly (and educational!) activities to keep the kids...
St Mawnan church & the legend of the Owlman
Cornwall is a place where legends linger. It is the land of piskies and giants, mermaids and witches, and innumerable saints, many of which arrived...
Don’t Miss Barbara Hepworth: Art & Life at Tate St Ives until 1 May.
In February, we kicked off our museum of the month series with the mighty Tate St Ives, an art gallery and museum committed to celebrating...
Going Wild – Join us this spring for a wildlife adventure!
This month our feature writer Elizabeth Dale looks at all the wonderful sights and sounds served up by the local wildlife here in Cornwall. It...
Award winning, mouthwatering treats await
We are still over the moon to have been crowned Large Hotel of the Year at the Cornwall Tourism Awards. The ceremony, which was held...
Your holiday, your way at Budock Vean
Faced with gorgeously comfy lounges, a beautiful open fire and views aplenty there’s much to be said for arriving for your Budock Vean holiday, getting...
