Golitha Falls

"one of last ancient "rainforesrts" in Britain. Flowing through the soft, green underbelly of Bodmin Moor, the River Fowey has carved a gorge through ancient rainforest at Golitha Falls. Festooned in more than 120 species of bryophytes and 50 types of lichen, the reserve’s oak, ash, beech and hazel trees bow over a series of rapids and cascades. Sit quietly and watch for otters squirming through tea-coloured pools or plan a dusk vigil in search of rare bats. How to do it A level out-and-back path leads from the car park opposite the reserve entrance about two miles from St Cleer. A 15-minute drive away, Wheal Tor Hotel has far-reaching views from the top of Caradon Hill and rooms from £104."