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Local Attractions
ASHBURTON
 River
Dart Adventures - Near Ashburton. 90 acres of grounds beside the River
Dart. THE venue for active outdoor experiences. 01364 652511.
BOVEY TRACEY
Cardew
Teapottery - Home of the world's most collectable teapots, the Teapottery
offers the chance to make your own or watch the experts at work. Factory shop,
tours and Mad Hatter's cream teas. 01626 832172
Becky
Falls - OnDartmoor near Bovey Tracey.
Cascading waterfalls and 60 acre woodland estate with river walks, pets garden,
nature trails, tea room, ice-cream parlour, gift shop and restaurant. 01647
221259
IVYBRIDGE
Dartmoor
Wildlife Park - Near Ivybridge. Big cats, birds of prey and seals.
Includes the Westcountry Falconry Centre with twice daily flyings and large
static displays. 01752 837209
LYDFORD
 Lydford Gorge - Midway between
Okehampton and Tavistock. The oak wooded Gorge is 1½ miles long with a
spectacular 90ft waterfall at one end. 01822 820441
MORETONHAMPSTEAD
Castle
Drogo - Nr . National Trust owned property designed by Sir Edward Lutyens
between 1910-30 built from granite and oak and with formal gardens. 01647
433306
Canonteign
Falls & Lakeland - Nature trails, the highest waterfall inEngland, woods &lakeland. Miniature ponies, wildfowl, junior
commando course, picnic area, shop, all weather barbecue & restaurant.
01647 252434
OKEHAMPTON
Dingles
Steam Village - Nr Lifton on A30 between Okehampton & Launceston.
Celebration of working steam, vintage machinery and country life. With play
areas, trails and picnic areas. Disabled access.
Lydford Gorge - Midway between
Okehampton and Tavistock. The oak wooded Gorge is 1½ miles long with a
spectacular 90ft waterfall at one end. 01822 820441
Okehampton
Castle - English
Heritage owned romantic ruin dating back to Norman times. Audio tour,
including version for the visually impaired. Woodland walks and picnic spot.
01837 52844
Trailtracks Cycle Hire - Planned all day,
half day and evening traffic free trail rides with mechanical breakdown backup
& local pick up points all using the latest bikes. Helmet, lock and maps
all included. 01837 54400
AXMINSTER
Shute Barton - National Trust owned
manor house near Axminster that has what is beleieved to be the the largest
fireplace inBritain.
01297 34692
BUDLEIGH SALTERTON
Bicton Park - Sixty acres of botanical gardens, with museum,
kids play area, nature trail & train. The magnificent Palm House is 20
years older thanKew's. Orangery Restaurant,
gifts and plants. 01395 568465
CULLOMPTON
Quad World - All terrain off-road motor sports - Family fun
and excitement - Quad bike racing and tuition for all levels. Awarded the 1st
prize for the Best Small Leisure Facility in Devon 2001.
EXETER
Crealy -Devon's
Family Attraction of the Year with go kart racing, bumper boats, steep and
scary slides, the River Raider, trains and ponies. 01392 233200
Killerton - 18th Century house set in a magnificent 6,400 acre estate known as
a plantsman's paradise with something to see throughout the year. The house
features tableaux & exhibitions on clothing. 01392 881345
Powderham Castle - Medieval
fortress set in an ancient deer park with lavish interiors, gardens and
grounds. Guided tours, farm shop, gift shop, plant sales, tea rooms & cafe.
Disabled access. 01626 890243
EXMOUTH
A La Ronde - National Trust. Sixteen sided
house built for two spinsters at the end of the 18th Century. Unique interior
decoration including a shell encrusted gallery. 01395 265514
River Exe Cruises and Fishing Trips - Cruises
up and down the River Exe between Exmouth and Topsham, nr Exeter with
entertaining and informative commentaries. Fishing trips from Exmouth seafront.
01395 222144
EAST DEVON
Branscombe - National Trust bakery, working
forge and water-powered mill in famously picturesqueEast
Devon village. 01297 680481
Burrow Farm Gardens -
Dalwood Secluded 6-acre garden of informal design with many unusual shrubs and
herbaceous plants. Pergola walk with shrub roses. Woodland with rhododendrons
and azaleas, ponds and large bog garden.
Shute Barton - National Trust owned
manor housenear Axminster that has what is beleieved to be the the largest
fireplace inBritain.
01297 34692
SIDMOUTH
Beer Quarry Caves -
Conducted tours by trained guides,give the visitor an hour-long tour of this
vast man- made complex of underground caverns created by centuries of
quarrying the famous Beer Stone.
Branscombe - National Trust bakery, working
forge and water-powered mill in famously picturesqueEast
Devon village. 01297 680481
Sidmouth International Festival - 700 events
in 8 days at the start of August. With an accent on folk, roots, world music
of all kind but with great family events too.. 01296 433669
TIVERTON
Grand Western Horseboat Company
- Horse drawn barge along 11 mile canalCountry Park
near Tiverton. All facilities, bar & teashop on board. Day boat &
rowing boat hire, tranquil walks on the towpath. 01884 253345
Bickleigh
Castle - Civil War
Royalist stronghold south of Tiverton. Exhibits from 900 years of history from
the 11th century Chapel to one of the most complete World War II spy
parephenalia collections.01884
855363
Knightshayes Court
- National Trust owned richly decorated Victorian Gothic mansion with fine
gardens featuring formal terraces, topiary, rare trees & shrubs.
Restaurant, gift shop and plant sales. 01884 254665
Tiverton
Museum - A museum of Social, Agricultural, Transport and Local History,
situated in the town of Tiverton in the County of Devon, New Galleries of
Exhibits, Education & Activities, Research & Family History.
TOPSHAM
River Exe Cruises and Fishing Trips - Cruises
up and down the River Exe between Exmouth and Topsham, nr Exeter with
entertaining and informative commentaries. 01395 222144
BARNSTAPLE
Arlington Court
- National Trust property with fine collection costume, pewter, shells and
model ships. The Trust also houses its entire collection of carriages here.
Licensed restaurant and shop. 01271 850296
Broomhill Sculpture Gardens
- International Contemporary Art Gallery, with 10 acres, 60 sculptors and 300
sculptures lies in one of the most glorious valleys in North Devon.
BRADWORTHY
The Gnome Reserve & Wild
Flower Garden - For a completely unique 100% fun experience, simultaneously
100% ecologically interesting, with an extra 100% wonder and magic mixed in,
visit The Gnome Reserve.
BIDEFORD
The Big Sheep - Working
farm turned wacky attraction, all undercover fun includes sheep racing,
adventure zones and live entertainment. With rural crafts on show, shop and
restaurant. 01237 477916
Docton Mill & Garden
Lymebridge Hartland North Devon EX39 6EA Less than 1m from the sea, nestling in
one of Devon's outstanding beauty spots is this garden for all seasons
(depicted on BBC, ITV and Channel 4's Garden Party) Tel 01237 441369
Hartland
Abbey - Near Bideford , North Devon EX39 6DT - Situated in an unspoilt
valley leading to a remote Atlantic cove, the Abbey offers peace and
tranquility and also the woodland gardens, fascinating secret 18th Century
walled gardens, the Baronets Bog Garden. Tel 01237 441264
Tapeley
Park - Instow ,North Devon EX39 4NT. The
Terraces are one of Tapeley Parks oldest and best known features. Hand dug, the
south facing walls and sheltered borders created by the terracing are full of
semi-tropical and tender flowers rarely seen in theUK. Tel 01271 342558
CLOVELLY
Clovelly - Unspoilt and picturesque fishing
village onNorth Devon coast famed for its
steep cobbled streets. Boat trips from the 14th Century quay, visitors' centre,
shops, restaurants and facilities. 01237 431781
Clovelly Court Gardens -
Victorian kitchen garden, with magnificent greenhouses, Apricots, melons,
peaches nectarines, grapes, citrus fruits, figs, cucumbers, peppers, chillies,
aubergines and tomatoes are supplied to the hotels in season.
Milky Way Adventure Park -
2 Miles from Clovelly. FeaturingEurope's
first interactive ride, Clone Zone, Time Warp and archery, pets, railway,
toddler town, birds of prey and more. Disabled access. 01237 431255
COMBE MARTIN
Wildlife and Dinosaur Park
- The most wonderous collection of animals that have ever lived, from present
day, to the world of 225 million years ago! Set in 25 acres of lovely
countryside.
GREAT TORRINGTON
RHS Garden Rosemoor - New
National Garden: 40 acres set in theTorridge
Valley with arboretum,
formal planting, potager & 200 varieties of Rose. Visitor centre, shop,
restaurant & plant centre. 01805 624067
Dartington Crystal -
Working factory attracting 300,000 visitors a year. Watch glass blown, shaped
& engraved and have a go at glass decoration yourself. Factory shop,
visitor centre & restaurant. 01805 626269
ILFRACOMBE
Mullacott Quads - Mullacott Equestrian
Centre, Honeycleave Farm, Ilfracombe,Devon,
EX34 8NA Tel: 01271
866685
Quadbiking at Mullacott Quads is fast and the
most fun to be had on four wheels.
Mullacott Equestrian Centre offers Horse
riding lessons plus for the more experienced beach, coastal rides and carriage
driving.
SOUTH MOLTON
Quince Honey Farm - Home to
a million bees in 1500 hives, Quince includes hives that open to reveal their
inner workings safely behind glass. With shop and refreshments. 01769 572401
PLYMOUTH
Barbican Glassworks - Watch
as skilled glass blowers from Dartington Crystal demonstrate their craft. Next
to the Barbican Steps, this unique centre also features a shop stocking Crystal
and Wedgwood. 01752 224777
Crownhill Fort - Massive
Victorian hidden defences built to protectPlymouth and now in the care of the Landmark
Trust. Displays, live gun firing some weekends. 01752 793754
Distillery Tours - Guided tours around the
200 year old distillery that is home of the world famousPlymouth Gin. 01752 665292
Elizabethan House - A rare example of the
half-timbered home of a Tudor Sea Captain. 01752 253871
National Marine Aquarium -
State of the art setting for fascinating journey through the oceans of the
world, including a close encounter with Caribbean Sharks. Open daily. 01752
600301
Plymouth City Museum & Art Gallery.
Diverse range of temporary exhibitions complement changing displays drawn from
large permanent collection. Free admission. Open all year, Tue-Sat & BH
Mondays. 01752 304774
Plymouth Ski Centre - Dry
ski slope with lessons and activities to suit everyone from beginners to
advanced. 01752 600220
Royal Citadel - Enjoy unrivalled views ofPlymouth's waterfront
from the ramparts of this 17th Century fort. Daily tour available throughout
summer. 01752 304849
Smeaton's Tower - Originally the Eddystone
Lighthouse, but moved stone by stone to Plymouth Hoe in 1884. Breathtaking
views of the Sound fromPlymouth's
best known landmark. 01752 600608
PLYMPTON
Saltram House - Beautifully appointed 18th century
mansion set in 500 acre landscaped park & period garden. National Trust
property features work by Adams, Chippendale & Reynolds. Shop &
restaurant. 01752 336546
TAVISTOCK
& TAMAR VALLEY
Morwellham Quay - Restored
1,000 year old riverside village, port & mine set in 200 acres. Full day of
activities: displays, sailing ship, mine, playgrounds & nature reserve.
Three shops & restaurant. 01822 832766
Tamar Valley Donkey Park -
Donkey rides, adventure and toddlers' playgrounds, nature trail, feed the
rabbits, goats, ducks, pigs, lambs and calves. Disabled facilities. 01822
834072
Tamar Canoe Expedition - Paddle a canoe along
the Tamar with family and friends. No experience necessary: first timers and
non swimmers encouraged. 01579 351113
LAUNCESTON
Dingles Steam Village: -
Lifton - Working and static exhibits of Steam Engines & Vintage Machinery,
combined with a wealth Heritage materials and displays offer a fun &
informative day for all the family.
BUCKFASTLEIGH
Buckfast Abbey - A living
Benedectine Monastery and fascinating insight into the monastic life.
Presentations and displays, shops and restaurant. Nobody leaves untouched by
the serenity. 01364 642519
Butterflies and Otters -
All weather family attraction with underwater viewing area for otters and live
exotic butterflies in rain forest habitat. Cafe. 01364 642916
Pennywell Farm Adventure - All weather, all
day attraction with a different hands-on farm activity every half hour.
Wildlife commando course, hedgehog sanctuary & playfarm. Cafe. Disabled
access. 01364 642023
South Devon Railway - Steam
Railway for 7 miles along the beautiful River Dart to Totnes. Railway museum
and engine sheds, with maze and childrens playground. Cafe and bookshop. Disabled
access. 01364 642338
DARTMOUTH
Dartmouth
Castle - English Heritage owned coastal defence, 600 years old with Victorian
gun battery and exhibition. Picnic spot, shop and refreshments. 01803 833588
Red Cruisers - Full Dart Cruises with
commentaries between Totnes andDartmouth.
Bar, tea and coffee on all cruises. Look for the kiosks at Dartmouth
Embankment. 01803 832109
Woodlands
Leisure Park
- All weather park with unique rides, playzones & indoor attractions.
Animals, birds, 500m toboggan, watercoasters & more. Cafes and take-aways.
Disabled access with assistance. 01803 712598
KINGSBRIDGE
Sorley Tunnel Adventure Farm
- 200 Acre working organic farm. Play areas for all ages, pirate ship Death
& Turbo slides. Craft workshops, restaurant, real ale brewery, riding
school, nature trail. 01548 857711
SALCOMBE
Overbecks
Museum & Garden -
National Trust. Collection of curios in Edwardian house with sub-tropical
gardens and views over theSalcombe Estuary. Disabled access -
wheelchair available. Refreshments.
TOTNES
Red Cruisers - Full Dart Cruises with
commentaries between Totnes andDartmouth.
Bar, tea and coffee on all cruises. Look for the kiosks atTotnes Steamer Quay. 01803 832109
Totnes Castle - English Heritage owned Norman
defence, nearly 1000 years old and one of the best examples of a motte and
bailey fort.Commanding views over the town. Open all year. 01803 864406
YEALMPTON
Kitley
Caves - Show caves,
woodland trail and museum with Stone Age artifacts and the remains of elephant,
hippo and cave bears all discovered on site. 01752 880885
BABBACOMBE
Model Village - Four acres
of award winning gardens with miniature landscapes often featured on TV. Free
open top bus from harbour. 01803 315173
NEWTON ABBOT
Tuckers Maltings - Take a guided tour ofEngland's
only working malthouse open to the public. 19th Century Street, Discovery
Centre & in-house brewery. Refreshments & shop - which sells local
beers. 01626 334734
Hedgehog
Hospital - at Prickly Ball Farm. Not just Hedgehogs but lambs, hens, ducks,
pigs and more. Feeding time, ponies and tractors on busy hands-on farm. Cafe
and picnic area. 01626 362319
PAIGNTON
Berry
Pomeroy Castle - English Heritage owned "Fortress of Mystery", once
the home of influential local families. Refreshments. 01803 866618
Paignton
Zoo - Meet stars of BBC1's "The Zoo Keepers" and see big cats,
elephants, primates, snakes, lizards & birds from around the world - many
of which are bred for restocking natural populations. 01803 697500
Quaywest
- Waterpark with multiple family attractions from under 5 playpool to
jetski & sailing. 5 waterslides, go karts, Seashore Centre, steam railway,
waterski & windgliding. Food, pub, amusements. 01803 555550
Paignton & Dartmouth Steam railway -
GWR style line along the Torbay coast and down the Dart Valley to Kingwear for
Dartmouth. Choice of combined tickets include boat trips and cruises. 01803
555872
TEIGNMOUTH
Shaldon Wildlife Trust - Small zoo with many
rare and endangered species in beautiful woodland setting. Monkeys, Meerkats
and Owls. Gift Shop. 01626 872234
TORQUAY
Babbacombe
Model Village - Over 40 years, the project has grown and now features an
extensive range of buildings emphasising Vernacular architectural styles -
working watermills, Georgian towns, Tudor houses & classic Devon thatched
villages and farms.
Bygones - Wander back in time to this
life sizeVictorian street.
Dramatic sound & light show, exhibition & tableaux. 01803 326108
Kents Cavern - These famous caves are the
site of the earliest evidence of humans inBritain. Dramatic sound & light
show, exhibition & tableaux. 01803 215136
Torre Abbey - Historic house and gallery
historic rooms and Agatha Christie collection. Abbey ruins, gatehouse and barn.
Victorian kitchen serving refreshments. 01803 293593
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