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A LA RONDE
Two cousins, Jane and Mary Parminter, built this 16
sided house in 1796, after they had done the Grand
Tour of Europe. The house now contains many of the
original contents and collections that the first
owners brought back from Europe with them. There is
also a shell encrusted gallery that is so fragile
that you can only see it via closed circuit
television the National Trust have installed
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Summer Lane, Exmouth, EX8 5BD
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Abbot Pottery
Caroline Smith is a Devon potter whose slip decorated
earthenware reflects the West Country landscape. After
working for a local pottery she set up this family business
with her father. The Moorland design or 'Sheep Pottery' is
the result of walking and riding on Dartmoor from an early
age and her interest in the natural world. The methods used
in production, including hand throwing on the wheel, follow
the tradition long established by the old Torquay
Potteries
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Hopkins Lane,Newton Abbot,TQ12 2EL |
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Allhallows Museum
The market town of Honiton has a small local museum
dedicated to local history and Honiton lace.
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High Street, Honiton, EX14 1PG |
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Aqualand
Torquay's new very own Aquarium.Local marine life and exotic fish from tropical
waters can be found here along with many species of
reptiles and birds.
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Beacon Quay,, Torquay, |
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Arlington Court
This is a 1822 house, built in the neo-classical style. The
outside of the house is perhaps a little plain, but inside are
a number of fascinating collections brought together by Miss
Rosalie Chichester who owned the house. These include shells,
costumes, model ships, pewter. In addition the National Trust
houses their carriage collection in the stables of Arlington
Court
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Arlington, Barnstaple, EX31 4LP |
01271 850296 |
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Ashburton Museum
No visit to Ashburton would be complete without a
visit to the Town's Museum. Originally started in a
private house, it moved to the tower of St Lawrence
Chapel and, when it outgrew that, in 1962, to the
old blacksmith's shop behind the chapel (part of the
old grammar school site). By 1968 it moved again to
its present site in the centre of Ashburton (next
door to Lloyds Bank) in a building which was once a
brush factory.It houses a unique collection, which, in addition
to items of local interest, includes a large
collection of North American Indian artifacts
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Ashburton Town Hall
Ashburton Town Hall was built in 1850 by Lord Clinton
to replace the 300 year old original wooden market hall.
(a fantastic scale model of which can be found at
Ashburton museum).These days the town hall houses the Town Clerk's
office, Teignbridge cash offices, council meeting rooms
and two large function rooms
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North Street, Ashburton, TQ13 7QQ |
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Atlantic Village - Outlet centre & visitor
attraction
In Atlantic Village you'll find a wide selection of
famous name brands at discounts of up to 50% off their
original selling price. There are over 35 stores and
they are located in a glazed mall with Food Court cafe
services and free parking.
Outside at Discovery Island are a whole range of
attractions for the family, some of which are free of
charge.
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Bideford From Barnstaple take A39. Go straight over Bideford roundabout and at Abbotsham roundabout turn Left. Open all year - 7 days a week. ATLANTIC VILLAGE CLICK |
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Axe Valley Heritage Museum
The Museum is on the top floor of Seaton Town Hall in Fore
Street and houses a large collection of photographs and
documents illustrating the history of Seaton and the
surrounding area.
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Seaton Town Hall, Fore Street,Seaton
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Axminster Museum
The former court room houses the majority of the
collection. A recent addition to this room is a
model of Weycroft Mill a prominent landmark where
the main road from Chard crosses the River Axe on
the northern approaches to the town. There are three
smaller rooms which have as their theme, Axminster
carpets, agricultural and associated trades and a
room set aside every year to feature some aspect of
Victorian or Edwardian life.
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The Old Courthouse, Church Street, Axminster, EX13
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Babbacombe Cliff Railway & Oddicombe Beach
A Cliff Railway to serve Oddicambe and Babbacombe
beaches had been mooted since early in the century but
it was not until 1924 that construction started.
The cliff lift opened on 1st April 1926 and was owned
and operated by the Torquay Tramways Company.The line is 720ft long, with double track throughout
with an unusual gauge of 5'10" and a gradient of 1 in
2.84.The cliff lift was sold on 13th March 1935 to the
Borough of Torquay, together with the tram depot at
Westhill Avenue and six �tramway houses� in
St.Margarets Avenue.
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On Babbacombe Downs BABBACOMBE CLIFF RAILWAY CLICK |
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Babbacombe Model Village
Four acres of award winning gardens with miniature
landscapes often featured on TV. Free open top bus from
harbour. 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
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Babbacombe Pottery
A few Stoke On trent Potters formed this world
famous pottery in the 1950s. Today it's products
are so sought after that it has its own large
E-bay section!
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Laureston Designs Ltd |
Tel: 01803 201232 |
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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.
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The Barbican, Plymouth BARBICAN GLASSWORKSCLICK |
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Barnstaple Heritage Centre
Barnstaple Heritage Centre is housed in the grade I
and II listed "Queen Anne's Walk" building on the
riverfront. This beautiful building was once a
merchant's walkway (the Great Quay once cut in in
front of the collonade). In 1709 the fancy stonework
and statue of Queen Anne was added. The building
behind the Colonnade, now housing our shop and
exhibition, was built in the 1850s and has been used
as a baths & wash-house, a masonic lodge and a
day-centre. This important building has now been
given a new lease of life as Barnstaple Heritage
Centre.
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Queen Anne's Walk, The Strand |
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Barometer World and Museum
The NEW Barometer World Exhibition is bound to be of
interest to all visitors, with an incredible variety of
weather predictors from conventional mercury and aneroid
barometers, rare and strange instruments from the past to
unusual natural weather forecasters including sharks, frogs
and leeches! Barometer World invites you to an exhibition
with a difference!
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Quicksilver Barn, Merton, EX20 3DS |
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Bayard's Cove Fort
The Cobbled Bayards Cove has changed little since 1539.
imparting the best impression of just how a cobbled
River Bank Quay used to look.
The Cove featured regularly in the Television series
The Onedin Line. At the southern end of Bayard's Cove is
a small fortification. The artillery fort was built by
Dartmouth Corporation in 1510 to provide additional
protection to the harbour.
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Becky Falls On Dartmoor 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. |
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Manaton, Nr Bovey Tracey, TQ13 9UG |
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Berry Head Country Park
Berry Head is Torbay's most important wildlife
site. It also features Napoleonic
fortifications, geological formations and landscapes
designated as being of national importance.
There are several species of rare and threatened
plants growing at Berry Head.
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Brixham |
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Berry Pomeroy Castle
English Heritage owned. The castle, now a romantic ruin, is reputed to be one
of the most haunted in the British Isles. It has
numerous legends associated with it, and although now
only a shell of its former glory, it retains an air of
its troubled history
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Totnes |
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Bickleigh Mill
Welcome to Bickleigh Mill in Tiverton Devona lovely 18th century watermill and pottery studio in
the heart of Devon.
Bickleigh Mill is also one of Devon's largest most
exciting rural shopping, eating and recreation
destination housed within this historic working water
Mill.
Bickleigh Mill is renowned for being one of the top
quality shopping places in Devon offering a wide range
of gifts, works of art, pottery and a superb restaurant
and cafe serving traditional locally produced
food.
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Bickleigh, Nr Tiverton, EX16 8RG |
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Bickleigh Castle
Our 14th Century castle nestles in a valley with 30
acres of lush green land stretching out around it.
The River Exe runs through the land offering you the
chance to fish or just sit and listen as the river
makes its way back to the sea.
This is an opportunity not only to be close to
nature but to almost touch history: our chapel was
built only 30 years after the Normans landed in
Britain in the 11th Century and stands intact today
as probably the oldest 'living' building in
Devon.
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Bickleigh ,Tiverton EX16 8RP |
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Bicton Park Gardens
Spanning nearly 300 years of horticultural history,
these magnificent gardens are set in East Devon's
picturesque Otter Valley, between the ancient city of
Exeter and southwest England's Jurassic Coast World
Heritage Site.
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East Budleigh, Budleigh Salterton |
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Bideford Railway Museum |
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Bideford |
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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.
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Abbotsham, Bideford |
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Bill Douglas Centre for the History of Cinema and
Popular Cult
The Bill Douglas Centre for the History of Cinema and
Popular Culture contains both a public museum and an
academic research centre, housing one of Britain's
largest public collections of books, prints, artefacts
and ephemera relating to the history and prehistory of
cinema.
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Old Library Building, CENTRE CLICK |
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Bishopsteignton Museum
The collection consists of items donated by local
residents and illustrates the diversity of village
life over the years, at work and at play. Try to
record and conserve as much about farming and
village life as possible. Collection is varied and
includes memorabilia of local and national events.
Some wartime newspapers and local magazines which
directly relate to community affairs. Many old
photographs. Local transport and other services as
well as organisations are featured.
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The Community Centre |
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Blackdown Hills
The Blackdown Hills Rural Partnership brings together
local communities, local authorities, interest groups
and national agencies to promote environmental, social
and economic initiatives that will help ensure the
Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
(AONB) remain a healthy, living landscape for future
generations
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Devon/Somerset Border |
Tel: 01823 680681 |
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Blackpool Sands |
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Nr Dartmouth |
01803 770606 |
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Bovey Handloom Weavers |
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Bovey Tracey |
01626 833424 |
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Bovey Tracey Museum
Bovey Tracey Heritage Trust is a registered
charity, which researches and preserves the history
of the town. The trust has now moved into a new
exhibition centre at Bovey Tracey Station. Displays
include railway and school memorabilia, Civil War,
pottery and an extensive collection of
photographs.
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The Old Railway Station, St. John"s Lane, Bovey Tracey, TQ13 9GP |
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Bowden House
BOWDEN HOUSE GHOSTLY TALES & THE BRITISH PHOTOGRAPHIC MUSEUM. Parts of the
house date to 12c but it is mainly 16c and the Grand
Hall is in neo Classical Baroque style with the
Great Hall covered with 19c weaponary. Ghost tours
start at 2,3 and 4 p.m.
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01803 863664 |
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Bowhill |
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Dunford Road, Exeter |
01392 252461 |
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Bradley Manor
Small medieval manor house set in woodland and
meadows
One of the finest and most complete medieval manor houses in Devon. Fantastic woodland and riverside setting on the outskirts of Newton AbbotImpressive collection of pre-Raphaelite pictures and Arts & Crafts furnitureFinely crafted plaster work and joinery. Watch the manor's history unfold before you on a tour of the house |
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Brannams Pottery |
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Barnstaple |
01271 343035 |
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Branscombe Old Bakery,
The Old Bakery is a stone-built and partially
rendered building beneath thatch, which at the time
of its closure as a business in 1987 was the last
traditional working bakery in Devon.
The old baking equipment has been preserved in the
baking room and the rest of the building now serves
as a tea-room. The water-powered Manor Mill probably
supplied the flour for the bakery. The forge is open
daily and the blacksmith sells the ironwork he
produces.
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Braunton and District Museum
The Bakehouse Centre was specially converted from a
former bakehouse and two cottages to house today's
Museum which is reputed to have its own
ghost!!!!
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The Bakehouse Centre |
Tel: 01271 |
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Brilliant Weekends in Torquay
Stag Weekends, Hen Weekends, Activity Breaks, Corporate Weekends, Birthday Celebrations, Golf Weekends.Known as the English Riviera, Torquay enjoys a great
climate (for the UK!) and offers you everything you could
hope for on a Stag, Hen, Corporate or Group Weekend. Located
just South West of the Dartmoor National Park, Torquay is
ringed by beautiful Devon countryside. In spite of being
immortalised by Basil Fawlty, Torquay hoteliers offer a
wonderfully warm welcome, and we have a range of
accommodation options available to you. At night Torquay is
jumping with plenty of nocturnal activity to get your blood
well and truly pumping, plus one of our team grew up in
Torquay, so we can tell you about places and venues not
offered by our competition!
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Brilliant Weekends Limited, Mardyke House, 18 Hotwell Road, BRISTOL, BS8 4UD Monday 8.30am - 6.30pm Tuesday 8.30am - 6.30pm Wednesday 8.30am - 6.30pm Thursday 8.30am - 6.30pm Friday 8.30am - 6.30pm Saturday 10am - 3.00pm Sunday closed TORQUAY BRILLIANT WEEKENDS |
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Britannia Museum
The Britannia Royal Naval College is an imposing
Edwardian building that stands on Mount Boone
overlooking the town of Dartmouth. It was designed
by Aston Webb, opened in 1905, and is responsible
for the initial training of Officers for the Royal
Navy. Dartmouth has been associated with the
training of potential Officers since 1863 when the
warship, HMS Britannia, arrived in Dartmouth to be
the Officer Training College.The Britannia Museum is housed in one of the former
Cadet Gunrooms and was opened in 1999 by His Royal
Highness the Duke of Edinburgh. The Museum explores
the history of Officer Training at Dartmouth.
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Britannia Royal Naval College Dartmouth TQ6 0HJ BRITANNIA MUSEUM CLICK |
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Brixham Heritage Museum
Brixham Museum & History Society are
committed to promoting access to the heritage of
our historic town and fishing port to everyone.
The majority of displays are at ground level and
ramps are available to assist visitors with
physical disabilities including at the Museum
entrance. A Museum Steward is available to
assist any visitor, ground floor doorways have
been widened, and there is a recently installed
toilet for the use of visitors with
disabilities.
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Broadlands
Broadlands is a rare and precious area of ancient
woodland with a wealth of interesting wildlife:
bluebells, goldcrests, speckled wood butterflies and
coppiced wych elms. There are also good views from
the adjoining area of grassy public open space.
Local people appreciate Broadland's variety and
accessibility.
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Off Broadlands Avenue in Newton Abbot, this small community woodland is a green gem in a built-up area.
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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.
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Buckfast Butterflies and Dartmoor Otter
Sanctuary
All weather family attraction with underwater
viewing area for otters and live exotic butterflies
in rain forest habitat. Cafe
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Buckland Abbey
Tucked away in its own secluded valley, the
house built by Sir Richard Grenville, hero of
The Revenge, incorporates the remains of a small
but influential 13th-century Cistercian
monastery. Later on, his great rival Sir Francis
Drake lived at Buckland during the turbulent
period of the Armada, and the house contains
interesting memorabilia from this time,
including Drake�s drum
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6 miles (10km) S of Tavistock, 11 miles (18km) N of
Plymouth. Turn off A386 0.5 mile (1km) S of Yelverton and
follow the brown tourist signs Check opening times on website BUCKLAND ABBEY CLICK |
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Bull Point Lighthouse
Bull Point Lighthouse gives a guide to vessels
navigating off the North Devon Coast with a red
sector light marking the Rockham Shoal and the Morte
Stone off Morte Point.The light was first established in 1879 on the
headland near the village of Mortehoe, North Devon,
and operated without undue incident for 93 years,
but on 18th September, 1972, the Principal Keeper
reported ground movement in the area of the engine
room and the passage leading to the lighthouse, and
that 2" fissures were opening up. In the early hours
of Sunday morning, 24th September, 15 metres of the
cliff face crashed into the sea and a further 15 metres subsided steeply causing
deep fissures to open up inside the boundary wall.
Walls cracked and the engine/fog signal station
partly collapsed, leaving it in a dangerous
condition and putting the fog signal out of
action.
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Mortehoe:From the entrance to the car park at Mortehoe, follow
the sign, �Lighthouse, Lee.� After a short distance the
HM Coastguard Station will appear on the left followed
by a sign marked Rockham Bay, continue on until arriving
at a white painted gate, which is the entrance of the
access road leading to Bull Point Lighthouse. (marked on
signpost) |
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Burrator Reservoir
Burrator Reservoir is a beautiful spot set in the
midst of farmland and moorland near the village of
Sheepstor. It is accessed from either
Yelverton or Meavy.The Burrator Dam is built across the river Meavy at
the Burrator Gorge. It is constructed of
concrete faced with dressed granite. The
smaller one at Sheepstor is built on a dividing
ridge between the Meavy and Sheepstor Brook and is
formed by an earth embankment with a core wall of
puddled clay above the original ground level and a
concrete section below ground.
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Dartmoor |
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Burrow Farm Gardens
A beautifully landscaped seven acre garden created over
the last forty years by Mary Benger. Awarded *
status in the 'Good Gardens Guide', Burrow Farm Gardens
will appeal to both the plantsmen and those seeking a
relaxing walk round a tranquil garden with extensive
views. It includes a fascinating woodland garden
created in an ancient Roman clay pit, and the most
recent addition is the millennium rill garden.
Homemade Cream Teas and light refreshments will
complete your day's enjoyment at Burrow Farm Gardens.
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Burton Art Gallery and Museum
Burton Art Gallery & Museum situated in
Victoria Park, Bideford, was reopened in May 1994,
after a major extension and refurbishment. The new
building has three exhibition spaces, a museum,
craft gallery, shop, workshop and lecture area and a
coffee shop
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Kingsley Road, Bideford |
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Bygones
A fascinating insight into Victorian life. Wander along the
life size Victorian street with over 20 shops and period
rooms set out with sounds and smells from a bygone age. It's
like walking back in time.
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Canonteign Falls and Lakeland
Nature trails, the highest waterfall in England,
woods & lakeland. Miniature ponies, wildfowl,
junior commando course, picnic area, shop, all
weather barbecue & restaurant.
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The Cardew Teapottery
The pottery painting cafe and visitor attraction
offers adults and children alike the opportunity to
make and take home their own ceramic
masterpieces.From �casting" a design from liquid clay, through
to decorating a �pre-fired" children�s ornament like
a butterfly or ferocious dinosaur!
No matter your skill level (old or very young), you
can literally get some clay or paint under your
finger nails and produce a masterpiece, which will
become a lasting souvenir of your visit.
The Cardew Teapottery is proud to be the U.K�s
largest ceramic playground attraction where almost
anything �potty" is possible with a little expert
tuition!
This experience is completed by a superb and crafty
gift shop, �seconds" bargains and delicious home
made Devon food served at the Madhatter�s licensed
restaurant, and our 10 acre woodland
playground
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Castle Drogo Nr. National Trust owned property designed by Sir Edward Lutyens between 1910-30 built from granite and oak and with formal gardens. |
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Chagford
Chagford is one of the original four Stannary Towns
of Devon, where tinners brought their hard won metal
for assay and stamping. The town is a thriving
community with many shops (thirty-four retail shops,
a post office, two banks, four public houses, two
churches, one chapel) and excellent leisure
facilities, including an open air swimming
pool.
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Chagford |
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Chambercombe Manor
Set in a secluded valley, Chambercombe Manor has
much to offer because of its colourful history .
The house, containing eight rooms, dates from the
11th Century and was mentioned in the Domesday Book
Period furnishing from Elizabethan to Victorian
times are in abundanceSpecial interest lies in the Secret Passage and the
Haunted Room
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CHAMBERCOMBE MANOR CLICK |
01271 862624 |
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Chip Shop
Chip Shop is a very small place just outside
Tavistock. Like me, you'll probably drive through
without realising you've been there as all you'll
see is the Chip Shop Inn shown beside and a few
houses.
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Chip Shop, Nr Tavistock |
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Church House
The beautiful village of Widecombe-in-the-Moor is a
well-known Dartmoor tourist attraction welcoming
visitors at all times of the year. Widecombe lies in
a valley created by the East Webbern river. The name
Widecombe is derived from 'Withy-combe' - meaning
'Willow Valley'.Next to the churchyard is Church House built in
1537 as a brew house for the production of church
ales. Church House is now managed by the National
Trust, having been a brew house, school house and
alms house at various times in its history. The old
Sexton's cottage is also part of the complex,
currently being utilised as a National Trust and
Dartmoor National Park Information Centre and
shop.
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City Museum and Art Gallery
The Plymouth City Museum & Art Gallery is the heart
of the museum service. It houses a wide variety of
collections covering the fine and decorative arts,
natural history and human history. The main building
presents an exciting programme of changing exhibitions
and displays. These may be generated through
partnerships with other organisations, loaned in from
other institutions, or be based around the permanent
collections. There is also a dynamic programme of
associated events and workshops, along with a series of
lunchtime lectures and concerts.Open all year, Tue-Sat & BH Mondays.Free
Admission
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Clovelly Village
Unspoilt and picturesque fishing village on North Devon
coast famed for its steep cobbled streets. Boat trips from
the 14th Century quay, visitors' centre, shops,
restaurants and facilities.
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Clovelly, Nr Bideford, EX39 5TA |
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Cobbaton Combat Collection
This military museum covers mostly World War Two,
but with exhibits from the Boer War up to the Gulf
War. This collection ranges from military surplus
tanks, guns, helmets, artillery, grenades, and
bombs, to Home Front ration books, gas masks, ARP
and Home Guard uniforms, and blackout lamps. In 1981
Preston Isaac's runaway hobby was opened to the
public, and just keeps growing.
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Chittlehampton, Umberleigh |
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Cockington Country Park and Village
The old manor house that is Cockington Court sits
within the estate of Cockington, on the edge of
Torquay and only minutes from the sea.
The estate is mentioned in the Domesday Book and
comprises the village with thatched cottages,
church, formal gardens, woodands, water-wheel,
meadows and pasture. It is renowned for its
attractiveness and is well worth a visit.
Enjoy a ride in a horse-drawn carriage. These run
from the village centre by the old forge, down to
the sea-front and back.
Cockington Court has developed as a centre for
high-quality crafts, produced by its resident crafts
persons. It also hosts the increasingly popular Last
Night of the Proms every June.
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Coleton Fishacre House and Garden
Oswald Peregrine Milne, a pupil of Sir Edwin
Lutyens, designed the house and the architectural
features of the garden for Rupert and Lady Dorothy
D�Oyly Carte and it was completed in 1926. The
elegant Art Deco influenced interior is furnished as
a family house in the �spirit of the D�Oyly Cartes�
with original light fittings and the delightful
Spencer Hoffman pictorial over-mantle picture in the
library.
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Coldharbour Mill
Coldharbour Mill Working Wool Museum, set in the heart
of the Devon countryside.
On a guided tour, discover the sights and sounds of a
Victorian mill! You will see all the stages that a
sheep's fleece goes through to make knitting wool.
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The Collegiate Church of the Holy Cross
Crediton Church has a history which is as long as
that of any church in Devon, including Exeter
Cathedral. It can be traced continuously in written
records back to the early tenth century, and if an
eleventh century copy of a charter of 739AD is
accepted as authentic, to almost two centuries
earlier.
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The Combe Martin Motor Cycle Collection |
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Combe Martin Walks |
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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.
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Jurassic Hotel, Combe Martin, EX34 0NG
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Combe Sydenham Country Park |
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Compton Castle
A magical fortified manor house, built between the
14th and 16th centuries and home to the Gilbert
family for most of the last six hundred years. Sir
Humphrey Gilbert (1539-83) was coloniser of
Newfoundland and half-brother to Sir Walter Raleigh.
The dramatic towers and battlements shelter a stone
courtyard, medieval great hall, spiral staircase and
minstrels� gallery.
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Connections Discovery Centre
An interpretation centre for schools and groups
with National Curriculum support and resources.
Features trained interpretative guides, resource
packs, handling collections, displays and study
area. Exeter City Museums Education Staff are based
at Connections Discovery Centre
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COOKWORTHY MUSEUM
In the Old Grammar School you find an historic
building, a collection and a local history archive.
Each one of these would be worth visiting on its
own, but to experience the three is exceptional
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Coombe Valley |
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Milton Abbot |
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Crownhill Fort
Massive Victorian hidden defences built to protect
Plymouth and now in the care of the Landmark Trust.
Displays, live gun firing some weekends.
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Crownhill Fort Road, Plymouth, PL6 5BX |
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D'art Gallery |
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Dart Pleasure Craft
Dart Pleasure Craft operates a comprehensive range of cruises between Totnes & Dartmouth. Riverlink�s branded boats provide Harbour, Coastal and Wildlife cruises from Dartmouth. The famous Round Robin tour, Steam Train, Ferry, River Cruise and Topless Bus starts in April and continues until October. One ticket covers all transport. |
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Dartington Cider Press Centre
A Visitor and craft centre, with 15 shops set in a
village atmosphere, offering a wide variety of
quality products including: crystal, jewellery,
pottery, food, kitchen ware, books, stationary, toys
etc. The Arts and Craft section offers a wide range
of top quality designer wares. The centre provides
an excellent range of well prepared, quality
meals
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Shinners Bridge |
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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.
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Great Torrington, EX38 7AN |
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Dartington Hall Gardens |
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Dartington |
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Dartmoor |
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Dartmoor Wildlife Park |
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Dartmouth Castle
English Heritage owned coastal defence, 600 years
old with Victorian gun battery and exhibition.
Picnic spot, shop and refreshments
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Castle Road, , Dartmouth, |
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Dartmouth Museum
A small and unusually interesting Museum housed in an old
Merchants House, dated 1640. The Museum houses marine and
local artefacts, including a superb collection of ships in
bottles and an extensive photographic archive of the local
area,shipbuilding and shipping on the Dart.
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The Butterwalk |
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Dawlish Museum
Knowle House was built as a gentleman`s residence
in 1805. It now houses various collections donated
by the people of Dawlish. These collections include
victoriana, militaria, local industries and
crafts.
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The Knowle, Barton Terrace |
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Dawlish Warren Nature Reserve
Dawlish Warren National Nature Reserve, Devon is
located on a long sand spit at the mouth of the
River Exe. The sand spit is home to many species of
wildlife and holds geomorphologic interest. Habitats
at the Warren, include dunes, grassland, ponds, salt
marsh and mudflats. The Warren is also the main
roost for wildfowl and wading birds of the Exe
Estuary.
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Dawlish Warren National Nature Reserve is open to the
general public. Dawlish Warren can be reached by car off
the A379 |
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Decoy Country Park |
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The Deep Exhibition
Aimed primarily at children under 16, the Deep
Exhibition is an unforgettable nautical adventure, a
walkthrough visitor experience and a must for a day
out. Dive to the depths and see the fish and sharks
in our "bathysphere; explore the sunken pirate
ship
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The Quay, , Brixham, |
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Devon Guild of Craftsmen
The Devon Guild is the South West's leading craft
showroom with work selected from over 240
designer/makers. The Craft Shop sells a wide variety
of contemporary crafts by Members of the Devon Guild
including furniture, ceramics, sculpture, glass,
prints, textiles, clothes, jewellery, wood,
metalwork and much more. A consistently high quality
is maintained through the selection of members, with
both traditional and contemporary work having a
common theme of excellence, there is always exciting
new work to be seen. The Craft Shop is selected for
quality by the Crafts Council and attracts many
visitors and collectors.
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Riverside Mill, |
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Devon Railway Centre
We have an operating 2' gauge railway, and a short
7�" gauge train ride. There is also an extensive
display of model railways, a crazy golf course,
picnic area and light refreshments are available.
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The Station, Bickleigh, Near Tiverton, EX16 8RG DEVON RAILWAYCENTRE CLICK |
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Bickleigh |
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Diggerland
If you are looking for a fantastic fun day out for
all the Family, Diggerland is a unique Adventure
Park revolving around the fascination that children
(and some parents!) have with mechanical
diggers.
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Dingles Steam Village
Celebration of working steam, vintage machinery and
country life. With play areas, trails and picnic
areas. Disabled access
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Milford, Lifton PL16 0AT
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Docton Mill and Gardens
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)
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Hartland |
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Dovetails' Gallery |
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01271 864769 |
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Down St Mary Vineyard |
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Dunkeswell Memorial Museum |
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Dunkeswell |
01404 891943 |
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Dunsford Wood Nature Reserve |
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Dunsford |
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Dunster Watermill |
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East Devon Walks |
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East Devon Way |
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Elizabethan House
A rare example of the half-timbered home of a Tudor
Sea Captain.
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Elm Grove Wood |
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Escot Country Park and Gardens
Escot Ltd is a testimony to rural business in the 21st
century. Since 1984, John-Michael and his wife Lucy have
instigated a dramatic evolution of this traditional East
Devon rural estate, sensitively managing a programme of
diversification that has been imaginative, bold and highly
successful. The extent of change has been dramatic, yet
perfectly in tune with both the natural and the human
environment. As John-Michael is fully trained in fish
farming management, Escot Aquatic Centre was the first new
venture. However, as the impact of foot and mouth hit rural
businesses, Escot diversified and now includes an array of
enterprises, some directly managed by the Kennaways and some
independent. These include a pond design and construction
business, an award winning pet centre, a restaurant,
conference centre, an outdoor event company and holiday
accommodationMany attractions in this beautiful Country House &
Gardens set i 1200 acresjust outside Exeter. Many
flourishing businesses here all at ease with nature.
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Exeter Cathedral
Exeter Cathedral is an imposing structure of beauty
and antiquity in the heart of the city.Guided tours
of the cathedral take place from April to
October,
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Cathedral Square, Off High Street,Exeter EXETER CATHEDRALCLICK |
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Exeter Racecourse
Horse Racing. Caravan Club Camp Site.It is the highest racecourse in the land at 850 feet, the
second longest at 2 miles and has been described as not only
one of the loveliest courses, but one of the fairest tracks
in the country. Horse Racing was first recorded here 350
years ago in the reign of Charles II and since then many a
great National Hunt champion has started their career at
Exeter - such as Best Mate and Desert Orchid.
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Kennford, Exeter, EX6 7XS EXETER RACECOURSE CLICK |
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Exmoor |
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Exmoor Steam Railway and Gardens
Pure Nostalgia for all the Family .
This unique half size narrow-gauge railway
nestles on the western slopes of the Exmoor
National Park almost 1000ft above sea level
& is the highest narrow gauge railway in
England .The track was lengthened & an additional
station opened during the summer of 97, making a
two-mile return journey through our extensive
gardens
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Cape of Good Hope Farm, Bratton Fleming, Barnstaple, EX32 7JN |
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Exmoor Zoological Park
Home to over 200 exotic species from otters to monkeys,
rodents to cheetahs, the zoo is a member of over 25
global breeding programmes and puts the utmost effort
into ensuring the future survival of rare species.
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South Stowford, Bratton Fleming |
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Exmouth Museum
Exmouth Museum was first opened in 1985 and is
housed in a late 18th century building which was the
Council Stables together with the adjoining foremans
cottage. It is now divided into three galleries, two
on the ground floor and one on the first floor. The
museum is seen end on from the road making it appear
a lot smaller than it really is. We show various
aspects of Exmouth�s past including Local
Businesses, Wartime, Children�s toys, School Photos
and artefacts, Railways, Local Bricks, Antique Lace,
Churches, Exmouth Commemorative China.
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Fairlynch Museum
The house, one of the few thatched museums, was
built in the early 19th century in the marine
cottage orn� style. The builder was a local ship
owner who added a turret so that he could watch for
his ships coming into the bay. The garden has been
restored to show many plants which would have been
grown in the 19th century.
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Farway Countryside Park
Welcome to Countryside Park Farway, East
Devon's favourite farm based tourist attraction,
where you are guaranteed a fun day out for
children and adults of all ages. Enjoy the
breathtaking views as you walk the woodland
nature trail, passing sheep and rare breed
cattle fields. Feed the baby lambs, calves and
goats, before visiting the nursery to hold the
baby chicks, ducklings, rabbits, guinea pigs and
many other animals.
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Colyton, EX24 6JL Opening Times daily from 3rd Saturday in March 2005 to 30th October 2005 10.00am to 5.30pm Winter Opening Times from 2nd November 2004 to 3rd Saturday in March 2005 every Saturday,Sunday and school holidays from 11.00am to 5.00pm FARWAY COUNTRY PARK CLICK |
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Field of Moor Dreams / The Miniature Pony Stud
See, meet and touch over 150 animals, including our
miniature ponies and donkeys, Gulliver, our Shire
horse, and Chico & Harpo, our Falabella horses,
as well as all of our other friendly animals. There
are pony rides for budding riders (rosettes for all
riders). There are lots of daily, fun, hands-on
activities, and there are plenty of play areas for
children of all ages. The less energetic can enjoy
our ponds and Willow Garden.
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Moretonhampstead, Dartmoor, TQ13 8RG |
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Finch Foundry
The tiny village of Sticklepath in Devon would once
have resounded with the sound of this 19th-century
water-powered forge, which produced agricultural and
mining hand tools. So bad was the vibration that the
pub next door had to fit beading along its shelves
to stop the glasses falling off. Opened in 1814, the
foundry continued in use until 1960. Restoration
work by the Trust means that it is still in working
order however, and the three waterwheels that drive
the huge tilt hammers and grindstone can still be
seen in action.
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Sticklepath, Okehampton, EX20 2NW 21 Mar - 31 Oct 11 - 5:30 Mo We Th Fr Sa SuFINCH FOUNDARY CLICK |
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Flete
The garden at the historic Flete House in South
Devon is slowly being restored after decades of
neglect.
A Victorian walled garden which was left to fall
into disrepair for 50 years, is being restored to
its former glory. The garden is at Flete Estate - an
historic site near Ermington in South Devon.
There has been a Manor at this spot since the
time of the Conquest. Then, during the 19th century
the magnificent gardens were created. However,
the gardens slipped into disrepair at the outbreak
of WW2, and from 1956 to 1998, they were used to
grow Christmas trees.
And the project even has the support of the Chinese
Government.
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Fremington Quay Visitor Centre
Fremington quay was important in the 19th and early
20th centuries for import and export of china clay, coal
and other minerals all over the world. The thriving
railway station fell into decline in the 1960s when the
rail link was closed. On the site of the old railway
station a replica station has been built, housing a
visitor centre, caf� and restaurant and a signal box
that allows observation of the varied wildlife. The site
is now an RSPB reserve. Many rare species of birds are
to be found here and seals are to be seen at high tide.
There are permanent displays of Fremington's past,
including the rare Fishley pottery, as well as regularly
changing exhibitions.
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Fursdon House
Fursdon is an elegant manor house nestling in some
of the most beautiful countryside to be found in
Devon. It is the family home of the Fursdons whose
ancestors have lived on the estate since 1259.
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Garden House
The Garden House is a magical place: a place
designed to meld with its surrounding landscape to
create an almost ethereal beauty; a place where
luxuriant, brilliant colour creates unforgettable
panoramas; a place where the past meets the present
and stands at the gate of a bright future.
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Buckland Monachorum, Yelverton, PL20 7LQ. GARDEN HOUSE CLICK |
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The Gnome Reserve and 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
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West Putford, |
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The Golden Hind
The Golden Hind captained by Sir Francis Drake
undertook one of the most historic and exciting
voyages of all time. Between 1577 and 1580 the
Golden Hind circumnavigated the world making vital
discoveries before returning home with amazing
treasures. This ship now offers an amazing insight
into life onboard a 16th century sailing ship and is
based in Brixham, Devon the area where Sir Francis
Drake lived and worked.
Visit Blackbeards fantastic pirate world &
emporium.Games, pirate toys, original pirate story, pirate
treasure map, pirate and princess party stuff, party
ideas, nautical gifts and much more
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The Golden Hind Museum ship has been based in Brixham harbour since 1963 during which time it has enthralled many thousands of visitors both young and old alike. 400 years after the death of Sir Francis Drake there is still massive worldwide interest in this remarkable man and his achievements. GOLDEN HIND CLICK |
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Gorse Blossom Railway Adventure Park
Unlike many miniature railway parks, you can
actually get aboard some of the trains here and have
a go at driving them. On the way round you'll see:
7.25-Inch-Gauge Trains , 3.75-Mile Run .
Woodlands , Childrens' Play Area , Restaurant ,
Swiss Model Railway
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Goss Challenger Visitors Centre
Visit a carbon fibre ocean racing boat and learn how it
was built and how the team operate her at sea.
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Baltic Boatyard, |
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Grand Western Horseboat Co
Explore the Grand Western Canal aboard a
traditionally painted Horse-drawn barge. Step back
in time as you board the 'Tivertonian' and enjoy the
peace and tranquillity of The Grand Western Canal,
Devon's Prettiest Canal Country Park. The Grand
Western Horseboat Co. upholds the nostalgia of
yester-year on one of only a few, traditional
Horse-drawn Barges remaining in England today.
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The Wharf, Canal Hill, |
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The Great Exmouth 'OO' Model Railway |
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Exmouth |
01395 278383 |
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The Green House Visitor Centre |
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Plymouth |
01752 482392 |
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Grimspound |
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Moretonhampstead |
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The Guildhall |
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Exeter |
01392 265500 |
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Hackney Marshes
Hackney Marshes LNR comprises meadows, ponds
and streams on the edge of Kingsteignton.The disused Hackney canal bordered the southern
end of the Marshes. It was opened in 1843 to
decrease the distance that pack-horses carting
clay had to travel. The clay, owned by Lord
Clifford, was excavated from the Chudleigh
Knighton, Preston and Kingsteignton areas.
Originally the pack-horses carted the clay to
the clay cellars in the Hackney hamlet from
where the bargemen or lightermen loaded the
barges. The ruins of the Hackney hamlet are a
few hundred metres from Hackney Marshes, further
along the footpath to the estuary. The canal
enabled barges to go right up to Kingsteignton.
Trading along the canal ceased in 1928.
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Haldon Belvedere/Lawrence Castle
Devon's most sought after civil wedding venue is perched
high on Haldon Hill and stands in 5 acres of woodland in the
heart of the lovely Devon countryside some 6 miles from the
cathedral city of Exeter. From its vantage-point, panoramic
views extending to Dartmoor, Exmoor, the South Hams, the Exe
valley and estuary can be seen. On a really clear day, the
Isles of Purbeck and Portland Bill in Dorset are visible.
Haldon Belvedere, also known as Lawrence Castle is a Grade
II* listed triangular tower originally built in 1788 by Sir
Robert Palk as the centre piece to his vast estates and
dedicated to the memory of Major-General Stringer Lawrence
the founder of the Indian army.
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Higher Ashton, Nr Exeter .You can find us by turning off the A38 at the Exeter
Racecourse exit and following the Tourist signs for
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Hancock's Devon Cider
Cider makers for five generations, the Hancock
Family make traditional Devon Cider with arts handed
down from father to son. A look around the mill
shows how traditional methods are used each Autumn
to produce prize winning cider. Taste the cider
before you buy. Also in the shop is other local
produce - cheese, clotted cream, butter, honey and
mead. Cafe for coffee and light refreshments.
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01769 572678 |
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Hartland Abbey
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.
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Hartland, |
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Hartland Quay Museum
The Hartland Quay Museum was founded in 1980 in
order to preserve and display material relating to
the history and character of the Hartland coast.
Although small, the museum was carefully designed to
provide informative displays on a wide variety of
costal topics, and as such it has proved popular
with visitors and Hartonians alike. The museum
occupies two upper rooms of the historic Quay
Buildings. These once housed the families of
Coastguards, labourers and tradesmen in the days
when Hartland Quay was a tiny but thriving port.
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Hatherleigh Pottery |
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Hatherleigh |
01837 810624 |
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Heddon Valley |
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Heddon, Lynmouth |
01598 763402 |
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Hedgehog Hospital at Prickly Ball Farm
Prickly Ball farm is a busy 'hands on' hedgehog
hospital and wildlife garden centre where you can
meet, touch, and learn about hedgehogs and much,
much more!.
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Denbury Road, HOSPITAL CLICK |
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Hemyock Castle |
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Henley Museum |
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Dartmouth |
01803 832281 |
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High Cross House |
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Totnes |
01803 864114 |
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HMS Drake |
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Plymouth |
01752 555915 |
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Holsworthy Museum
This small rural museum consists of five
individually themed rooms and is run entirely by
volunteers. It provides the visitor with a
fascinating insight into Holsworthy's past.
The museum was completely refurbished in 1999 and
an entrance porch built giving direct access to the
museum from the town's main car park.
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Manor Offices, Holsworthy, |
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Homeyards Botanical Gardens |
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Shaldon |
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Hound Tor Deserted Medieval Village |
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Dartmoor |
0117 9750700 |
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House of Marbles and Teign Valley Glass
Retail shop, restaurant and coffee shop.
Marble museum and marble runs. Pottery museum
and glass blowing exhibitions.
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Houses of Parliament |
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Ideford Common |
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Ilfracombe Museum
A fascinating place to visit come rain or shine and
one of the best value for money attractions in North
Devon. Displays of butterflies, beetles, pipes, 20th
century ideal home objects, china, Indian &
Oriental items, medical display, pickled two headed
kitten and skeleton of four legged chicken
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Runnymede Gardens, ILFRACOMBE MUSEUM CLICK |
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Instow Signal Box |
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Instow |
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International Animal Rescue |
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Ash Mill |
01769 550277 |
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Jetty Marsh |
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Kents Cavern
These famous caves are the site of the earliest
evidence of humans in Britain. Dramatic sound &
light show, exhibition & tableaux.
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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
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Broadclyst, Exeter, EX5 3LE |
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Kirkham House
This well-preserved, medieval stone residence has
undergone considerable work and provides an insight
into life in a town house during the 15th
century.
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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.
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Knightshayhes Court
Designed by William Burges and begun in 1869, Knightshayes
is a rare survival of his work. The rich interiors combine
medieval romanticism with sumptuous Victorian decoration and
hold many interesting treasures. The smoking and billiard
rooms, elegant boudoir and drawing room all give a wonderful
insight into the �high noon� of grand country house life.
Equally beautiful and interesting is the garden, in which a
dozen or so distinct parts have been created. These include
a water lily pool, drifts of spring bulbs, woodland walks
and lawns, summer-flowering borders and an amusing
topiary.
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Bolham, Tiverton, EX16 7RQ |
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Lee Ford Gardens |
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Lee Ford |
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Living Coasts
You can watch Penquins feed and swim underwater before
moving on to the ever-playful seals. Then maybe catch the
puffins high diving off the cliff face or the waders in
their tranquil estuary. Whatever you do it'll be a day to
remember.
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on Torquay Harbourside on Beacon Quay, Torquay. Once in
Torquay follow the A379 and the 'penguin' on the brown
tourist signs LIVING COASTS CLICK |
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01803 202470
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Little Haldon Heath |
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Loughwood Meeting House |
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Dalwood, Axminster |
01392 881691 |
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Lukesland Garden |
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Ivybridge |
01752 893390 |
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LUNDY ISLAND
Lundy lies off the coast of North Devon, where the
Atlantic ocean meets the Bristol Channel with
nothing between it and America, a granite outcrop,
three and a half miles long and half a mile wide. In
the hubbub of the modern world it is a place apart,
peaceful and unspoilt.
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Lundy Island |
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Lydford Castles and Saxon Town |
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Lydford |
01822 820320 |
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Lydford Gorge
Lydford Gorge - Midway between Okehampton and
Tavistock. The oak wooded Gorge is 1� miles long
with the spectacular 'White Lady' 90ft waterfall at
one end.
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The Stables, Lydford, Okehampton, EX20 4BH |
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Lyme Bay Cider |
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01297 22887 |
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Lynton and Barnstaple Railway |
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Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway
Devon's unique Tourist Attraction.A unique Victorian Water Powered Lift, giving access to
spectacular cliff top walks.The Cliff Railway joins the village of Lynton to its
sister village of Lynmouth, 900ft below.
Only a short walk from the beautiful beach at
Watersmeet and close to the attractive fishing harbour,
shops restaurants and caf�s.
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Lynmouth |
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Marine Awareness Centre |
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Otterton |
01395 515245 |
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Marine House at Beer Arts and Pottery |
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01297 625257 |
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Markers Cottage
A small medieval cob house, with a painting of St
Andrew decorating a cross-passage screen
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Broadclyst,Exeter, |
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Marwood Hill Gardens |
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Marwood |
01271 342528 |
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Merchant's House Museum
Tucked away down one of Plymouth�s side streets is this
hidden gem. The Merchant�s House has great charm. Its
jettied layers of windows proclaim the wealth of its
Elizabethan builder. It is now a museum of local history.
Here you can get a feeling for what life was like in past
Plymouth through a huge variety of everyday items.
Experience a Victorian schoolroom, an old-fashioned
chemist�s shop and memoirs of the Plymouth Blitz.
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33 St Andrews Street, |
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Merrivale Prehistoric Settlement |
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Milber & Ben Steadmans Woods |
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The Milky Way Adventure Park
2 Miles from Clovelly. Featuring Europe's first
interactive ride, Clone Zone, Time Warp and archery,
pets, railway, toddler town, birds of prey and more.
Disabled access.
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Clovelly, Bideford, EX39 5RY MILKY WAY CLICK |
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Moorland Crafts Centre |
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Haytor |
01364 621236 |
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Mortehoe Cart Linhay Heritage Centre
The exhibition gallery offers fun for all ages: an
historical cameo of life in this dramatic coastal
setting; a presentation of maritime history
including many local shipwrecks; an introduction to
the flora and fauna of North Devon; the birth and
development of tourism, farming and country skills.
A unique opportunity to understand the history and
culture of this beautiful corner of Britain.
Children will love the Centre�s �hands on� games,
puzzles and quizzes
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Mortehoe, Woolacombe |
01271 870028 |
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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
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Morwellham,nr Tavistock, PL19 8JZ 21 March 2005 to 30 October 2005Open at 10:00 close at 18:00 Last entry at 15:30 MORWELLHAM QUAY CLICK |
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Mules Park |
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Museum of Dartmoor Life
Housed on three floors in a 19th century mill in the centre
of Okehampton, the museum tells the story of how people have
lived, worked and played on and around Dartmoor through the
centuries. It shows how the moors have shaped their lives
just as their work has shaped the moorland.
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West Street, Okehampton, EX20 1HQ |
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Museum of North Devon
The Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon is the
perfect way to find out more about North Devon. Our
collections and displays cover the natural and human
history of this beautiful part of the country.
Highlights of the Museum include the Tarka Gallery,
the Story of North Devon and the Regimental
Collection of the Royal Devon Yeomanry.
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The Square, Barnstaple, |
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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.
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The Barbican, Plymouth NATIONAL MARINE AQUARIUM |
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The Ness |
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Netherton-Coombe Circular Walk |
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The New Clovelly Pottery Company |
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Newcomen Engine House |
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Dartmouth |
01803 834224 |
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Newton Abbot Town and GWR Museum
This museum is always changing! New exhibits are
displayed at the begining of January each year,
followed by the a special exhibition from May/June
until the end of September.Special events are also organised and advertised to tempt
you to revisit the area. The museum opened its doors on the 24th January 2005 with a
Victorian theme focusing on the extraordinary story of
exploration to find the White Nile by Sir Samuel Baker and
his wife Florence. The items lent by the Baker family
include the very telescope used by Sir Samuel on the day he
first saw Lake Albert. Sir Samuel & his wife Florence
retired to Sandford Orleigh, Newton Abbot.
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2a St Pauls Road |
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Newton Abbot Racecourse
National hunt horse racing. Greyhound racing.
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Newton Road, Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot, TQ12
3AF NEWTON ABBOT RACES CLICK |
Tel: 01626 353235 |
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Norman Lockyer Observatory and Planetarium
Working historic astronomical observatory and
planetarium,
Sidmouth, Devon, England. Established 1912.
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North Devon Farm Park
The park is situated in over 60 acres of unspoilt
Devon countryside. Play, Eat, Explore, Pet, Walk
Learn & Do.
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North Devon Farm Park |
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North Devon Maritime Museum
The North Devon Maritime Museum is housed in this
fine Georgian listed building in the shipbuilding
village of Appledore. The village lies on the banks
of the Taw/Torridge estuary, just inside the
notorious Bideford Bar.
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Odun House |
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Northam Burrows Country Park |
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Northam |
01237 479708 |
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Oaklands Wood |
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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
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Okehampton, |
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The Old Corn Mill and Pottery
16th Century Watermill with 18ft overshot wheel. Unique
in North Devon. Unique pottery made at the mill by Robin
Gray.
Stoneware, Porcelain, Earthenware and Raku
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Hele Bay, Ilfracombe, |
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Old Mill |
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Wembury, Devon |
01752 862314 |
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Oldway Mansion
This impressive Mansion, is laid out in 17 acres of
spectacular gardens.The house was built as the home for
Issac Merritt Singer of sewing machine fame. The house
was add to after Issac's death by his son Paris, to make
it into the impressive build that it is today.Open all year round from 9 am till 5 pm Monday to
Saturday. |
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Torquay Road, PaigntonOldway is in Preston, Paignton on the main Paignton/Torquay road. Buses stop at the gate . OLDWAY MANSION CLICK |
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Once Upon A Time
Once Upon A Time is a Theme Park designed for children aged
2-11 years. Pay one admission price and all the RIDES,
PLAYAREAS and ATTRACTIONS are there for your children to
enjoy
as many times as they like, during their
visit.
(But only one driving test... SO GOOD LUCK.) |
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Orchid Paradise |
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01626 352233 |
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Orley Common |
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Otterton Mill Centre and Working Museum |
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Otterton |
01395 568521 |
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Overbecks Museum and Garden
National Trust. Collection of curios in Edwardian
house with sub-tropical gardens and views over the
Salcombe Estuary. Disabled access - wheelchair
available Refreshments
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Sharpitor, Salcombe, TQ8 8LW |
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Pack O' Cards Inn - |
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01271 882300 |
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Paignton and 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 |
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Queen's Park Station, Paignton, TQ4 6AF |
01803 555872 / 555760 |
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Paignton Pier
A GREAT FUN DAY OUT FOR ALL THE FAMILY
AMUSEMENTS
- PRIZE
BINGO -
KIDDIES RIDES
FORTUNE TELLER
- STALLS
- CAFE
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Paignton Sands : |
01803 522139 |
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Paignton Zoo Environmental Park
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
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Totnes Road, |
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Parke |
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Bovey Tracey |
01626 834748 |
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Pennywell Farm
All weather, all day attraction with a
different hands-on farm activity every half
hour. Wildlife commando course, hedgehog
sanctuary & playfarm. Cafe. Disabled
access |
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Buckfastleigh |
01364 642023 |
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The Pixie Kiln |
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01409 241435 |
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Pixieland |
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Dartmeet, Nr Princetown |
01364 631412 |
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Plant World |
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Newton Abbot |
01803 872939 |
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Plymouth Boat Cruises Limited |
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Plymouth |
01752 822797 |
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Plymouth Dome
A voyage through four centuries of Plymouth's
maritime past. Winner of multiple awards for
excellence. Large gift shop and cafe. Open all
year.
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01752 600608 / 603300 |
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Plymouth Gin Distillery
You wouldn�t guess it at a glance, but this is one
of Plymouth�s oldest buildings. Long thought to be a
former friary (hence the name), it is now seen as a
Tudor merchant�s house, converted to a gin
distillery in 1793. Here is made the Plymouth Gin
traditionally provided to men on Royal Navy ships.
There are guided tours of the works. Or you can
enjoy a meal or a drink on the premises. The former
hall with its fine timber barrel roof built in 1431
is now a cocktail lounge. There is also a caf� and
shop.
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60 Southside Street, Plymouth PLYMOUTH GIN CLICK |
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Plymouth Pavilions
The Event and Show Centre of Plymouth. Click to the
site to see the events diary
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Millbay Road, |
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Pottery Pond |
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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
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Kenton, Exeter, EX6 8JQ |
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Prehistoric Hill Settlement Museum |
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Capton |
01803 712452 |
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Prysten House |
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Plymouth |
01752 661414 |
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Quay House Visitor Centre The history and development of the Quayside described in lively displays and illustrations.Also see "A Celebration of Exeter" an exciting audio-visual presentation of the City from Roman times to the present day. |
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46 The Quay |
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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
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Goodrington Sands, |
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Queens Theatre - Barnstaple
Landmark Theatre - Ilfracombe
While on holiday in North Devon why not enjoy a show at
one of our two excellent theatres. On the website are
full programme details as well as information about the
performers coming up. You can also request your seats
online.
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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
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North Road, South Molton, EX36 3AZ
- just north of South Molton Open from end of March until
end of October |
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The Red Cruisers
Full Dart Cruises with commentaries between Totnes
and Dartmouth. Bar, tea and coffee on all cruises.
Look for the kiosks at Dartmouth Embankment.
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01803 832109 |
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The River Dart Country Park
90 acres of grounds beside the River Dart. THE venue
for active outdoor experiences
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River Link |
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River Otter Walk |
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Riverton House and Lakes Coarse Angling Centre |
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01271 830009 |
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Roadford Reservoir |
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The Rock Garden Caves and Nursery |
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Chudleigh |
01626 852134 |
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Rosemoor Garden
New National Garden: 40 acres set in the Torridge
Valley with arboretum, formal planting, potager
& 200 varieties of Rose. Visitor centre, shop,
restaurant & plant centre.
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01805 624067 |
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Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery
A Fabulous Victorian building which houses the
city's important collection, the city' s largest art
gallery and the museum service.Admission to the
museum is free � visit as often as you like, stay as
long as you like!
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POYAL ALBION MUSEUM CLICK |
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Royal Citadel
Enjoy unrivalled views of Plymouth's waterfront from
the ramparts of this 17th Century fort. Daily tour
available throughout summer.
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Plymouth |
01752 775841 |
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Saint Lawrence Chapel |
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Ashburton |
01364 653414 / 653763 |
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Saint Leonard's Tower |
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Town Centre, Newton Abbot |
01626 201121 |
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Saint Nicholas Priory |
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01392 265858 |
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Salcombe Maritime and Local History Museum
No visit to Salcombe would be complete without a
visit to the immensely interesting Salcombe Maritime
and Local History Museum. The exhibitions change
annually to keep regular visitors coming back again
and again. This museum will take you down memory
lane to the days of the smugglers, ship builders and
the fast fruit schooners of the 19th century.
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The Old Council Hall |
Tel: 01548 |
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Saltram House and Gardens
Beautifully appointed 18th century mansion set in 500
acre landscaped park & period garden. National Trust
property features work by Adams, Chippendale &
Reynolds. Shop & restaurant.
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3.5 miles (5.5km) E of Plymouth between Plymouth -
Exeter road (A38) and Plymouth - Kingsbridge road
(A379). Signposted from A38 Marsh Mills
roundabout SALTRAM HOUSE CLICK |
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01395 597230 |
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Shaldon Wildlife Trust
A breeding centre for rare and endangered species
concentrating on smaller birds and animals
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Sharpham Vineyard |
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Ashprington |
01803 732203 |
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The Sheepskin Shop |
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S Sanders and Son Limited, Pilton Bridge, Barnstap, EX32 7AA |
01271 42335 |
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The Shell House and Endsleigh House |
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Milton Abbot |
01822 870248 |
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Sid Vale Heritage Centre
Situated in the Regency Cottage by the Parish
Church just a few yards from the Market Square the
Museum reflects the history of Sidmouth and the Sid
Valley and is the starting point for regular Guided
Strolls around this unique town.
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Hope Cottage, Church Street, Sidmouth, EX10 8LY SIDMOUTH MUSEUM CLICK |
01395 516139 |
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Smeaton's Tower
A voyage through four centuries of Plymouth's maritime
past. Winner of multiple awards for excellence. Large
gift shop and cafe. Open all year.
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Plymouth |
01752 603300 |
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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. |
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The Station, Buckfastleigh, TQ11 0DZ SOUTH DEVON RAILWAY CLICK |
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South Molton Museum
The Museum is housed on the ground floor of the
Guild Hall, which was completed in 1743, and is
situated in the town square
The Museum's collections reflect the life and times
of the town of South Molton and the surrounding
countryside. Local trades, agriculture and domestic
history are strongly featured.
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Town Hall, The Square MUSEUM CLICK |
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South West Coast Path |
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Spacex Gallery Contemporary art gallery open to the public, showing cutting-edge exhibitions by internationally renowned and emerging artists.Open all year-round Tues � Sat, 10.00am � 5.00pm. |
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45 Preston Street,Exeter, Ex1 1DF SPACEX GALLERYCLICK |
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The Spanish Barn |
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Torquay |
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Square Gallery |
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01837 83145 |
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Stock in Trade |
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Hatherleigh |
01837 810624 |
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Stone Lane Gardens Birch and Alder ... |
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Chagford |
01647 231311 |
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Stover Country Park |
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Stuart Line Cruises |
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Exmouth |
01395 279693 |
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Tapeley Park and Gardens
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 the UK.
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01271 860528 / 342371 |
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The Tarka Trail |
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The Railway Station, Barnstaple |
01271 324202 |
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Teign Valley Glass |
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Bovey Tracey |
01626 835358 |
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Teignmouth Museum
The Museum is directly opposite the Town's Railway
Station. Teignbridge District Council bought the
derelict property in 1976 and renovated two floors
of it to house the Museum, which first opened its
doors in 1978. In 1993 the Council reconstructed the
top floor and completely refurbished the whole
building ready for the re-opening for Easter 1994
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29 French Street TEIGNMOUTH MUSEUM CLICK |
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Templer Way
18 miles between Haytor on Dartmoor and Teignmouth
on the south coast; the Way traces the route by
which granite was exported from Dartmoor via the
unique Haytor Granite Tramway and the Stover Canal
and is comprehensively waymarked except on the open
moor.
Passes through Newton Abbot as well as Teignmouth;
also the edge of Bovey Tracey.
A wide range of scenery including open moorland,
woodland, river valleys, passing old quays and locks
and along estuary foreshore; fascinating examples of
the old tramway and canal are passed. Walking is
quite easy from Haytor to Teignmouth (downhill),
quite strenuous in the opposite direction.
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Haytor on Dartmoor and Teignmouth |
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Tiverton Canal
The Grand Western Canal Country Park is located
in the heart of Devon. The canal is 11 and a
quarter miles long, with an accessible and level
towpath following the whole length. There are no
locks because it was constructed to follow the
contours of the landscape. The man-made and
historical features to be found along the canal
are twenty-four bridges, two old limekilns and
nine milestones.
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Grand Western Canal Country Park, The Moorings |
Tel: 01884 254072 |
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Tiverton Castle
Take a trip to Tiverton Castle and experience life
as it was 900 years or so ago.
Built in 1106 by Richard de Redvars on the orders
of Henry I, the Castle is one of the main tourist
attractions of Tiverton.
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Tiverton CLICK |
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Tiverton Museum
Tiverton Museum was founded in 1960. It is an
independent museum administered by the Tiverton and
Mid Devon Museum Trust. It is twinned with Chase
Cory House, Tiverton, Rhode Island, USA
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Beck's Square |
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Topsham Museum
Topsham Museum is housed in one of a group of late
17th century buildings overlooking the Exe Estuary.
As well as the furnished period rooms of the house,
visitors can also enjoy the displays of local
history with a maritime background.
Other interesting exhibits include wildlife of the Exe
Estuary, local crafts, including lace, and memorabilia of
Vivien Leigh, the film star.
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25 The Strand, Topsham, Exeter, EX3 0AX TOPSHAM MUSEUM CLICK |
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Torbay Beach & Country Walks |
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Torquay Museum
The Museum home of the Torquay Natural History
Society since 1876
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Babbacombe Road, |
01803 293975 |
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Torre Abbey
Historic house and gallery historic rooms and Agatha
Christie collection. Abbey ruins, gatehouse and barn.
Victorian kitchen serving refreshments. |
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Torrington 1646
is the Civil War heritage centre, a unique
new indoor/outdoor family attraction located at the
heart of Great Torrington. The entrance is in South
Street Car Park, a few steps from the wonderful
panoramic view over the River Torridge valley.
At Torrington 1646 you will meet colourful 17th
Century characters. Dressed in period costume and
speaking and acting as though they were living in
Great Torrington at the time of the civil war. They
will guide you to safety through the streets of the
town on the night of the 1646 battle. Afterwards
they will show you around the physic garden with
many herbs for cooking and healing, and in the
Royalist encampment you can try your hand at some of
the games they used to play, or perhaps try on some
armour
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Torrington 1646 is situated at Castle Hill, in South Street car park, Great Torrington. To find us, follow the signs to Great Torrington (or follow the map opposite) & pick up signs for Torrington 1646.
Open daily from Easter |
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Torrington Museum and Archive
A fascinating Free Museum giving an insight into a
small country town in Devon over the centuries
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Town Hall, The Square |
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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.
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In Totnes, on a hill |
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Totnes Costume Museum - Devonshire Collection of Period
An exhibition of costumes and accessories, entitled
"The age of Victoria 1837-1901", Situated in one of
the oldest Tudor houses in Totnes. Admission: Spring
Bank Holiday to 1st October Monday to Friday 11.00
am. To 5.00 PM
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Bogan House, |
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Totnes Guildhall
The Guild Hall, on Ramparts Walk (just after the
East gate Arch) in the High Street, is a
well-preserved 16th century building. The Hall,
which was constructed in 1533, still serves as a
council chamber. Visitors to the Guild Hall can see
Totnes' Old Jail and the table where Cromwell sat in
1646.
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Ramparts Walk |
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Totnes Museum
Totnes Museum is contained within an authentic
Elizabethan Merchant�s House, built around 1575 for
the Kelland family. The house retains many features
dating back to the Elizabethan period and has been
painstakingly restored. Collections, dating from
5000BC, relate to the social, cultural, economic
history of Totnes, include a room dedicated to the
life of Charles Babbage
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70, Fore Street |
01803 863821 |
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Town and Country History Museum |
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Trago Mills (SD) Limited |
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Stover |
01626 821111 |
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Tuckers Hall Located on Exeter's Fore Street, Tuckers Hall is the medieval guildhall of the Weavers, Fullers and Shearman, whose members contributed so much to the prosperity of Exeter. |
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Fore Street |
01392 412348 |
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Tuckers Maltings
Take a guided tour of England's only working
malthouse open to the public. 19th Century Street,
Discovery Centre & in-house brewery.
Refreshments & shop - which sells local
beers.
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Ugbrook House and Park |
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Chudleigh |
01626 852179 |
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Underground Passages |
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01392 265887 / 265858 |
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Upper Plym Valley |
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Nr Yelverton |
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Warren Copse |
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VALIANT SOLDIER
The Valiant Soldier is an amazing place. It is a time
capsule, a building shut up and left for over 30 years.
There is nowhere else quite like it anywhere - The
Valiant Soldier is truly unique. A pub where time was
never called.
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80 Fore Street Buckfastleigh, TQ11 0BS VALIANT SOLDIER CLICK |
Tel: 01364 644522 |
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Watermouth Castle Situated high on the cliffs overlooking Watermouth Bay, Watermouth Castle is a unique family attraction where a whole day can be spent enjoying the entertainment and fun designed for all ages. |
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Berrynarbor, Ilfracombe, |
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Watersmeet House
19th-century former fishing lodge in a picturesque
setting
One of England's most long-established tea gardens
Focal point for 40 miles of stunning woodland,
streamside and seaside walks
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Watersmeet Road, Lynmouth, EX35 6NT WATERSMEET HOUSE CLICK |
01598 753348 |
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Waverley and Balmoral Pleasure Steamers
The �Waverley� is the last ocean-going paddle
steamer in the world. Built for the London &
North Eastern Railway in 1947, she is now owned by
the Paddle Steamer Preservation Society. Each year,
usually in May and October, she is based at Clevedon
for a couples of weeks each time and visits many of
the Bristol Channel ports � when the tide permits �
to once more bring alive the memories of the golden
years of the paddle steamer fleets before spending
the midsummer period on the Clyde.
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Whimple Dolls' House and Toy Museum |
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Wolford Chapel |
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Dunkeswell |
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Woodbury Pottery |
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01395 233475 |
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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
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The World of Country Life
Every day is a fun day at World of
Country Life, Devon�s all weather
attraction with 40 acres to explore
outside and over 2 acres to enjoy under
cover.Wander through a Victorian Street.
Introduce your family to transport and
agricultural machinery of yesteryear.
Mingle with the animals in the pets
centre. Children can play all day in the adventure
playgrounds, giant slide, trampolines, crazy
golf, our new indoor Pirate Ship Adventure
and much more!
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Sandy Bay, Exmouth, EX8 5BU |
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Wylmington Hayes Gardens and Waterfowl Collection |
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01404 831751 |
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Yarner Wood National Nature Reserve |
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Bovey Tracey |
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Yelverton Paperweight Centre |
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Yelverton |
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BBC Radio Devon |
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fm103.4 (Plymouth and
Devon), fm104.3 (Torbay),
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(Barnstaple),
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am855
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Lantern
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rock
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ten
years.
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Arlington Court
Arlington Court is hidden in a wooded valley on the edge of
Exmoor. There is a Victorian garden complete with conservatory
and ornamental pond. A partially restored kitchen garden
which produces fruit, vegetables and flowers for the House and
Tearoom. Stunning walks in the historic parkland including
stream fed valleys and tranquil lake with heronry and bird hide.
In Spring there are lovely drifts of bulbs, followed by azaleas
and rhododendrons. Take time to visit the House including a
great collection of shells. There is also a collection of over
50 horse drawn carriages. |
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Arlington, Nr Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 4LP ARLINGTON COURT CLICK |
Tel 01271 850296 |
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Becky Falls
On Dartmoor 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.
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Manaton, Nr Bovey Tracey, TQ13 9UG Open from 10am every day, March to October, school holidays and winter weekends (weather permitting) BECKY FALLS CLICK |
Tel: 01647 221259 |
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Berry Head Country Park
Berry Head is Torbay's most important wildlife site. It
also features Napoleonic fortifications, geological formations
and landscapes designated as being of national
importance. There are several species of rare and
threatened plants growing at Berry Head.
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Brixham BERRY HEAD COUNTRY PARK CLICK |
Tel: 01803 882619 |
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Bicton Park Gardens
Spanning nearly 300 years of horticultural history, these
magnificent gardens are set in East Devon's picturesque Otter
Valley, between the ancient city of Exeter and southwest
England's Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. Bicton Park has
lovely gardens set in 50 acres near the sea. The gardens date
from 1874 and include the Palm House built in the early
1800s.Italian Garden, Oriental Garden and many plants
including azaleas, camellias, flowering cherries. Hermitage
garden with lake and pinetum. So much to see and don't
forget the fuchsia and geranium houses and the temperate
house. Large museum detailing changes in agricultural life
over the last 2 centuries.
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East Budleigh, Budleigh Salterton EX9 7BJ Open All year 10-6 summer 10-4 winter BICTON PARK GARDENS CLICK |
Tel: 01395 568465 |
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Blackdown Hills
The Blackdown Hills Rural Partnership brings together local
communities, local authorities, interest groups and national
agencies to promote environmental, social and economic
initiatives that will help ensure the Blackdown Hills Area of
Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) remain a healthy, living
landscape for future generations
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Devon/Somerset Border |
Tel: 01823 680681 |
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Broadlands
Broadlands is a rare and precious area of ancient woodland
with a wealth of interesting wildlife: bluebells, goldcrests,
speckled wood butterflies and coppiced wych elms. There are
also good views from the adjoining area of grassy public open
space. Local people appreciate Broadland's variety and
accessibility.
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Off Broadlands Avenue in Newton Abbot, this small community
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Buckfast Abbey
Tucked away in its own secluded valley, the house built by
Sir Richard Grenville, hero of The Revenge, incorporates the
remains of a small but influential 13th-century Cistercian
monastery. Later on, his great rival Sir Francis Drake lived
at Buckland during the turbulent period of the Armada, and the
house contains interesting memorabilia from this time,
including Drake�s drum The gardens at Buckfast Abbey are
designed to create a feeling of tranquility. What's on offer
depends on the time of year
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Yelverton, PL20 6EY 6 miles (10km) S of Tavistock, 11 miles (18km) N of Plymouth. Turn off A386 0.5 mile (1km) S of Yelverton and follow the brown tourist signs Check opening times on websiteBUCKLAND ABBEY CLICK |
Tel: 01822 853607 |
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Burrow Farm Gardens
A beautifully landscaped seven acre garden created over
the last forty years by Mary Benger. Awarded * status in
the 'Good Gardens Guide', Burrow Farm Gardens will appeal to
both the plantsmen and those seeking a relaxing walk round a
tranquil garden with extensive views. It includes a
fascinating woodland garden created in an ancient Roman clay
pit, and the most recent addition is the millennium rill
garden. Homemade Cream Teas and light refreshments will
complete your day's enjoyment at Burrow Farm Gardens.
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Dalwood, EX13 7ET BURROW FARM CLICK |
Tel: 01404 831285 |
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Canonteign Falls and Lakeland
Nature trails, the highest waterfall in England, woods &
lakeland. Miniature ponies, wildfowl, junior commando course,
picnic area, shop, all weather barbecue &
restaurant.
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Near Chudleigh, EX6 7NT |
tel : 01647 252434 |
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Castle Drogo
Nr. National Trust owned property designed by Sir Edward
Lutyens between 1910-30 built from granite and oak and with
formal gardens. This garden at Castle Drogo is within the
grounds of a 20th century castle with magnificent
views of the Teign valley. Planned by George
Dillistone.
The Castle Drogo garden is a series of formal terraces and borders, with galleries round the sunken centre, serpentine paths, rose beds, arbours of yew. There are beautiful herbaceous borders full of old varieties of lupin, lychnis, campanulas, hollyhocks and red pokers. Under the granite walls are perennial and spring bulbs leading to terraces with yuccas, herbs, magnolias and a splendid croquet lawn. (croquet equipment for hire. |
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Drewsteignton, EX6 6PB CASTLE DRAGO CLICK |
Tel: 01647 433306 |
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Castle Hill Gardens
Welcome to Castle Hill, a beautiful Palladian house in its
wondrous Grade 1 landscape in North Devon. Share the romance of
the Woodland Garden.Wander through rare trees along tranquil paths where magnolias, camellias, rhododendrons and azaleas grow in abundance together with profusions of daffodils, bluebells and primroses. Visit the Sham Castle with all round views to distant horizons before a peaceful decent brings you to the Millennium Garden, a summer haven of lavender and gentle colours. |
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Castle Hill, Filleigh, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 0RH CASTLE HILL GARDENS CLICK |
Tel 01598 760336 |
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Coleton Fishacre House and Garden
Oswald Peregrine Milne, a pupil of Sir Edwin Lutyens,
designed the house and the architectural features of the
garden for Rupert and Lady Dorothy D�Oyly Carte and it was
completed in 1926. The elegant Art Deco influenced interior is
furnished as a family house in the �spirit of the D�Oyly
Cartes� with original light fittings and the delightful
Spencer Hoffman pictorial over-mantle picture in the
library.
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Kingswear, Dartmouth, TQ6 0EQ Situated 3 miles (5km) from Kingswear off the Lower Ferry road B3205. 5 miles (9.5km) from the A379 junction with the Paignton to Brixham ring road. Follow the brown tourist signs and at the Hillhead junction turn left onto the B3205 and thence to the property via a left turn at the toll house. Opening: House :23 Mar - 30 Oct 11 - 4:30 Garden :5 Mar - 20 Mar 11 - 5 23 Mar - 30 Oct 10:30 - 5:30 COLETON FISHACRE CLICK |
Tel: 01803 752466 |
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Dartington Hall Gardens
A truly magnificent landscape garden most of which has been
created in the 20th century, at the rear of Dartington Hall. A woodland garden with rhododendrons, azaleas, magnolias
has been set round a series of clever terraces on the steep
hillside. There are magnificent trees, a Japanese Garden,
borders all of which are meticulously maintained. Beatrix Farrand designed the Courtyard and helped with the
woodland glades. Percy Cane built the long staircase and planted the yews-
the 12 apostles. Rest a while and take in the unusual surroundings. Truly a
great garden to visit.
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Dartington Dartington, Totnes, TQ9 6EL DARTINGTON HALL CLICK |
Tel : 01803 862367 |
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Docton Mill Gardens
The Garden started in the 1930's but fell into disrepair in
the 1970's. 1980 saw the Mill renovated and Garden cleared
with extensive planting and the creation of a new Bog Garden
and borders, vast numbers of trees were planted. The start of
the new Millennium saw developments including a new Magnolia
Garden with large Herbaceous borders, Woodland Garden and
Greenhouse area enabling more extensive plant propagation. The
Wild Flower Gardens theme is to make everything as natural as
possible. In spring there are displays of narcissi, primulas,
camellias, rhododendrons, azaleas with bluebells covering the
woods. In summer the garden abounds with roses, there is a
rosebank of Felicia and Pax and adjacent to this is the
Herbaceous border. In this field there are 25 varieties of
magnolia - truly a garden to give variety throughout the
seasons. The Garden is open 1st March to October 31st, 10am to
6pm
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Lymebridge Hartland North Devon EX39 6EA john@doctonmill.freeserve.co.uk DOCTON MILL CLICK |
Tel :01237 441369 |
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Escot Country Park and Gardens
Escot Ltd is a testimony to rural business in the 21st
century. Since 1984, John-Michael and his wife Lucy have
instigated a dramatic evolution of this traditional East Devon
rural estate, sensitively managing a programme of
diversification that has been imaginative, bold and highly
successful .Escot Gardens - Laid out in the 18th century as
220 acres of �Capability Brown� parkland and gardens,
generations of the Kennaway family have since travelled the
world bringing back a wide range of shrubs and magnificent
champion trees. Contemporary design elements have been
added by Ivan Hicks, the well-known TV gardener-artist.
Woodland paths and trails lead to the remarkable new
4,000-beech-hedge maze; to the birds of prey with their
summertime displays; through the beginnings of an
International Tree Foundation wood, carpeted with beautiful
flowers in Spring; through the wild boar and otter enclosures;
to an award-winning aquatic centre and a dedicated wetlands
conservation area.
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Parklands Farm, Escot, Ottery St Mary, EX11 1LU ESCOT COUNTRY PARK & GARDEN CLICK |
Tel :01404 822188 |
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Farway Countryside Park
Welcome to Countryside Park Farway, East Devon's favourite
farm based tourist attraction, where you are guaranteed a fun
day out for children and adults of all ages. Enjoy the
breathtaking views as you walk the woodland nature trail,
passing sheep and rare breed cattle fields. Feed the baby
lambs, calves and goats, before visiting the nursery to hold
the baby chicks, ducklings, rabbits, guinea pigs and many
other animals.
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Colyton, EX24 6JL Opening Times daily from 3rd Saturday in March 2005 to 30th October 2005 10.00am to 5.30pm Winter Opening Times from 2nd November 2004 to 3rd Saturday in March 2005 every Saturday,Sunday and school holidays from 11.00am to 5.00pm FARWAY COUNTRY PARK CLICK |
Tel: 01404 871367 |
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Flete House
The garden at the historic Flete House in South Devon is
slowly being restored after decades of neglect. A Victorian
walled garden which was left to fall into disrepair for 50
years, is being restored to its former glory. The garden is at
Flete Estate - an historic site near Ermington in South
Devon. There has been a Manor at this spot since the
time of the Conquest. Then, during the 19th century the
magnificent gardens were created. However, the gardens
slipped into disrepair at the outbreak of WW2, and from 1956
to 1998, they were used to grow Christmas trees. And the
project even has the support of the Chinese Government.
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Ermington |
Tel: 01752 830308 |
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Garden House
The Garden House is a magical place: a place designed to meld
with its surrounding landscape to create an almost ethereal
beauty; a place where luxuriant, brilliant colour creates
unforgettable panoramas; a place where the past meets the
present and stands at the gate of a bright future.
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Buckland Monachorum, Yelverton, PL20 7LQ. GARDEN HOUSE CLICK |
Tel: 01822 854769 |
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The Gnome Reserve and 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
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West Putford, |
Tel: 01409 241435 |
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Greenway
Greenway was once the family home of Agatha Christie. It
is surrounded by a glorious woodland garden on the banks of the
Dart Estuary.Beautiful in all seasons and renowned for rare half-hardy plants under planted with native wild flowers, Greenway has an atmosphere of wildness and timelessness. This true 'secret' garden of peace and tranquillity with wonderful views, is set within an extensive estate and associated with many fascinating characters. |
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Greenway Road, Galmpton, Brixham, Devon TQ5 0ES GREENWAY CLICK |
Tel : 01803 842382 |
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Hartland Abbey
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. |
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Hartland, |
Tel: 01237 441264 |
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Heddon Hall
Whenever it has been opened in the past for the NGS, Heddon
Hall Garden has attracted widespread admiration. Jane Keatley
began her work here in 1987, with creative input from luminaries
such as Carol Klein and Roy Lancaster. Taking advantage of its
sheltered position, she has made it very much a gardener�s
garden, with a wonderful collection of exotic species, shrubs
and ferns, many of which are the results of dendrological trips
abroad. The walled garden, laid out by Penelope Hobhouse,
has clipped box hedges and cordoned fruit trees as well as
flowers, herbs and vegetables. The mainly herbaceous rose garden
is home to some �bizarre� pleached limes trees. This leads onto
a glorious informal rockery and bog garden, where the River
Heddon tumbles into the three renovated stew ponds. Enjoy
the intimate valley setting from the terrace afterwards with a
delicious home made cream tea. |
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Parracombe, North Devon EX31 4QL HEDDON HALL CLICK |
Tel /Fax: 01598 763541 |
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Hill House
Hill House Garden - Set amongst rolling Devon Countryside
this 3 acre garden surrounds a charming one time
vicarage. It was made famous by Edward Hyams 'an Englishmans Garden'.
The garden has been restored by the Hubbard family and has
many unusual plants and a lovely atmosphere. To view on request is a 'temple' which Edward Hyams
bought from a junk shop more than 50 years ago and installed
on the side lawn, looking down over the Rhododendron
walk.This garden is worth a visit combined with time spent at the
Hillhouse Plant Nursery which is outstanding.
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Hillhouse Garden and Nursery Landscove, Ashburton, Newton Abbot TQ13 7LY HILL HOUSE CLICK |
Tel 01803 762273 |
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Holbrook Gardens
The Holbrook Garden garden is nestled in the lovely Devon
countryside.If you want to see manicured paths and formal borders this garden is not for you. But if you want to get ideas for an informal wildlife friendly garden then a visit here is a must. At the rear of the house paths through abundantly planted gravel beds lead to a more wooded area. Paths take you through to different vistas with logpiles, bird boxes and native shrubs. There is a summer meadow with asters, helenium species, lobelia, purlpe loostrifes and more. |
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Sampford Peverell, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 7XN HOLBROOK GARDENS CLICK |
Tel 01884 821164 |
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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. Killerton House is beautiful
hillside garden for all seasons set in the rolling devon
countryside. There is something for every season with
early spring flowering bulbs, magnolias, azaleas, herbaceous
borders and great autumn colours. Killerton is a plantsman's
paradise with rare trees and shrubs from all around the world
collected by the Veitch family. The Summer Borders to the side
and front of the house are a mass of colour in the summer.
Early 19th century summer house, the Bears Hut, ice house and
rock garden. Visit the house with its costume collection
dating from the 18th century. The House and Gardens are
surrounded by beautiful parkland.
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Broadclyst, Exeter, EX5 3LE |
Tel: 01392 881345 |
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Knightshayhes Court
Designed by William Burges and begun in 1869, Knightshayes is
a rare survival of his work. The rich interiors combine
medieval romanticism with sumptuous Victorian decoration and
hold many interesting treasures. The smoking and billiard
rooms, elegant boudoir and drawing room all give a wonderful
insight into the �high noon� of grand country house life.
Edward kemp designed this 50 acre garden at Knightshayes Court
but it owes much to the Amory family who devoted
themselves to its development. Formal terraces and summer
flowering borders, drifts of spring bulbs, a topiary fox and
hounds and a tranquil lily pool. this extends into the '
garden of wood ' of rare trees which is magical. The striking
Victorian gothic house is a rich combination of medieval
romanticism and lavish decoration. Knightshayes Court is just
great!
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Bolham, Tiverton, EX16 7RQ Exit M5 at junction 27 on to North Devon Link Road. After approximately 7 miles (11.5km) turn right at roundabout on to A396 (Bampton). After 0.5 mile (1km) turn right in Bolham, signposted Knightshayes Court. KNIGHTSHAYES COURT CLICK |
Tel: 01884 254665 |
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Lee Ford Gardens
Country estate gardens with woodland garden, formal lawns,
walled vegetable garden and kitchen gardens
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Lee Ford Budleigh Salterton EX9 7AJ Easily reached by coach/ bus. At the bottom of the hill into Budleigh from Exmouth, by the Knowle Village turning on the left. 300 yards on the left. |
Tel: 01395 445894 |
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Lukesland Gardens
Lukesland Gardens, described in the Good Gardens Guide as �one
of the finest gardens of its type in the South West�, offers the
visitor 24 acres of flowering shrubs, rare trees and wild
flowers. The gardens lie in the beautiful valley of the
Addicombe Brook, which cascades down from Dartmoor through ponds
and over waterfalls towards the River Erme. At Lukesland the
acid Dartmoor soil and mild climate of South Devon provide ideal
conditions for a fine collection of camellias, rhododendrons and
azaleas, some dating back to the original Victorian planting.
Lukesland also has 4 Champion and over 40 Notable trees on the
National Tree Register, many in its fascinating pinetum. |
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Harford, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 0JF LUKESLAND GARDENS CLICK |
Tel : 01752 893390 |
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Marwood Hill Gardens
Marwood Hill Gardens are delightful and cover 20 acres with
many plant collections and year round interest created by Dr
Jimmy Smart MBE VMH when he moved there in 1949. Upper Garden -
Camellias and rhododendrons are planted on the walk along the
north side of the walled garden, including 3 borders of
herbaceous peonies.Lower Garden - The path to this garden with its small lakes passes plantings of bamboo. The Bog garden houses a superb National collection of Astilbes. There is so much to see at Marwood Hill Gardens. Do not miss it. |
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Barnstaple, Devon EX31 4EB MARWOOD HILL GARDENS CLICK |
Tel 01271 342528 |
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The Mythic Garden
The Mythic Garden is a 5 acre garden presenting an annual
sculpture exhibition amid National Collections of Birch and
Alder in a landscaped water & woodland setting. We are
situated in the Dartmoor National Park and enjoy fine views to
the moor. The sculptures are complemented by the informal
plantings of trees, shrubs and perennials. We are confident
that you will enjoy our unique, peaceful garden; whether you
are a lover of art or nature.
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Stone Farm, Chagford, Devon. TQ13 8JU MYTHIC GARDEN CLICK |
Tel/Fax: 01647 231311 |
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Oldway Mansion
This impressive Mansion, is laid out in 17 acres of
spectacular gardens.The house was built as the home for Issac
Merritt Singer of sewing machine fame. The house was add to
after Issac's death by his son Paris, to make it into the
impressive build that it is today.Open all year round from 9
am till 5 pm Monday to Saturday.Oldway Mansion is also Torbays
Register Office.
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Torquay Road, Paignton |
Tel: 01803 207933 / 201201 |
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Orchid Paradise
The award winning Burnham Nurseries show a fine display of
rare and exotic orchids in a paradise garden. Open daily all
year. BURNHAM NURSERIES is situated in picturesque South
Devon and is a family business run by the Rittershausens since
1950 and now in its third generation.
We have the largest selection of orchid species and hybrids available in the UK and our nursery can be visited any time of the year. We are open 7 days a week from 10am to 4pm and plenty of free help and advice is always on hand! |
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Burnham Nurseries Ltd Forches Cross Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 6PZ ORCHID PARADISE CLICK |
Tel 01626
352233 Fax 01626 362167 |
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Overbecks Gardens
This lovely coastal garden at Overbecks has stunning views of
the Salcombe Estuary and is set just above the coastal path. The garden is very sheltered and is home to a wide range of
Sub Tropical plants including many palm trees. Lovely herbaceous borders full of colour, sub tropical border
and other interesting shrubs and plants.Interesting museum in Edwardian House which has a secret room for children with dolls, tin soldiers and other toys. Overbecks Gardens are well worth seeing. |
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Shapitor, Salcombe TQ8 8LW OVERBECKS GARDENS CLICK |
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Rosemoor Garden
New National Garden: 40 acres set in the Torridge Valley with
arboretum, formal planting, potager & 200 varieties of
Rose. Visitor centre, shop, restaurant & plant centre.Come
and see this enchanting 65 acre garden set in the
beautiful Torridge
Valley . Whatever the season, Rosemoor is a unique
place that people return to time and again for ideas,
inspiration or simply to enjoy a marvellous day out. From Lady
Anne�s original garden to the Rose Garden�s (with over 2000
roses), the Fruit and Vegetable Garden , the Arboretum, Lake
and Bog Garden , there is something for everyone to
enjoy. Rosemoor also holds over 80 exciting events
throughout the year including horticultural talks, walks and
demonstrations, children�s workshops, family events, musical
and dramatic performances and many more!
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Saltram House and Gardens
Set on the outskirts of Plymouth this magnificent house is
surrounded by 20 acres of Parkland. The Garden is mainly
woodland with some lovely trees including a fine Lime avenue
bordered by Bluebells in the Spring. There is a good collection
of rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias and magnolias. The Garden
is at its best in the Spring with narcissi and other spring
bulbs. Peaceful formal pond area with backdrop of fine trees and
shrubs. Fine Orangery and classical garden house named
Fanny's Bower. Childrens play area and other family
activities. |
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Plympton, Plymouth, PL7 1UH 3.5 miles (5.5km) E of Plymouth between Plymouth - Exeter road (A38) and Plymouth - Kingsbridge road (A379). Signposted from A38 Marsh Mills roundaboutSALTRAM HOUSE CLICK |
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Tapeley Gardens
Tapeley Gardens offer beautiful terraces with tender plants, an
Ilex tunnel, a thriving Permaculture garden, a straw bale house
and a bountiful walled kitchen garden. Walk to the woods to the lake where the largest Thulia trees can be seen. The views from the front lawn are right across to Lundy Island, weather permitting and across the bay to Saunton Sands which also belongs to the Estate. Visitors can enjoy the refurbished cafe (The Orangery) with lovely home made fayre with organice vegetables from the gardens. |
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Instow, Nr Bideford, Devon EX39 4NT |
Tel 01271 860897 |
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Winsford Walled Garden
Tucked away in the beautiful North Devon countryside is
Winsford Walled Garden. The original garden owner's
family can be traced back to the Cornish artist Henry Bone R.A. (1755-1834), through the most
famous of all Victorian African Big Game hunters, Capt. F.C.
Selous, friends of whom included US President Theodore Roosevelt. In the past, there were 30 gardeners and 500 linear feet of
greenhouses.
Today, features abound in this inspirational garden for the summer, with Agapanthus, Cannas, ornamental gingers, herbs and large numbers of herbaceous perennials. The 300' south wall grows subtropical climbers. Developing bamboo grove and alpine house. Beautiful teak Victorian greenhouses. |
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Halwill Junction Devon EX21 5XT WINSFORD WALLED GARDEN CLICK |
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23/04/06
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STOKE HILL BEAGLES DOG SHOW
Dog Show + Terrier & Lucher racing. Companions.
Ferrets . Refreshments available . Starts 1pm
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Upton Pyne Equestrian Centre, Upton Pyne, Nr Exeter
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Mrs.Ann Hughes, 77 Wyndham Road, Silverton, Exeter,
Devon EX5 4JZ
tel: 01392 861366 email: ann.hughes14@ btopenworld.com |
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18/05/06 - 20/05/06 |
DEVON COUNTY SHOW The Devon County Show is the largest event in the county calendar and is the perfect place to enjoy a virtual tour of rural life. The Show is a giant shop window for rural Devon and links consumers with farmers, food producers and others working in the countryside economy. Thanks to our top quality local ingredients - magnificent livestock, bountiful food and drink, a glorious flower and garden marquee and great side dishes of family entertainment - we have the perfect recipe for a great day out. |
Westpoint, Clyst St.Mary, Exeter |
Ollie Allen, Westpoint, Clyst St.Mary, Exeter, Devon EX5
1DJ tel: 01392 446000 fax: 01392 444808 email:
info@westpoint- devonshow.co.uk |
www.devon county show.co.uk |
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10/06/06 - 11/06/06 |
THORVERTON COUNTY SHOW |
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Mrs J White, Waters Ford, Milford Lane, Thorveton,
Exeter, Devon EX5 5NX tel: 01751 473780 fax: 01392 860399
email:
jwhitemus@aol.com |
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24/06/06 - 25/06/06 |
AXE VALE FESTIVAL OF GARDENING & CRAFTS |
Axminster |
Office, Woodmead Road, Axminster, Devon EX13 5PJ tel:
01297 34517 |
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12/07/06 - 14/07/06
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PAIGNTON & DISTRICT FANCIER'S ASSOCIATION
CHAMPIONSHIP DOG SHOW
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Crealy Park
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Mrs A Hodsoll, 32 Dart Bridge Road, Buckfastleigh,
Devon TQ11 0DZ tel: 01364 642420 fax: 01364
642109
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22/07/06
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MID DEVON SHOW
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Tiverton
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Miss Carolyn Branton, Dudleys Corner, Uplowman,
Tiverton, Devon EX16 7DS tel: 01884 821815 fax:
01884 821815 email:
carolyn@middevon
show.fsnet.co.uk |
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26/07/06 |
YEALHAMPTON AGRICULTURAL SHOW |
Kitley Lawns, Yealmpton, Plymouth |
Mrs Jennifer Hanney, Show Secretary, Stag Head House, Church Street, South Brent, Devon, TQ10 9AB tel:01364 73657 email: yealhamptonshow@ supanet.com |
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27/07/06
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HOLSWORTHY & STRATTON AGRICULTURAL SHOW
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Kilatree Cross
Holsworthy |
Alison Wilson, West View, Howards Lane, Stratton, Bude,
Cornwall tel: 01288 355335 fax: 01288 355335
email:
alison@holsworthyshow.
wanadoo.co.uk |
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27/07/06
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TOTNES & DISTRICT SHOW
Country agricultural show, cattle ,sheep,
horse/ponies/BSJA showjumping. Trade Stands, Craft
marquee, Dog Show, Rabbits, Poultry. Homecraft,
Handicrafts Main Ring events. Something for all the
family. 10,000 plus attendance.
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Berry Farm, Berry Pomeroy, Totnes
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Tom Jenkins, Little Beeches, Holsome Lane, Diptford,
Totnes, Devon TQ9 7NU tel: 01548 821070 fax: 01548
821070 email:
tom@jenkins67
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31/07 /06
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WOOLSERY & DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL SHOW
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The Milky Way, Clovelly, Bideford
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Ms S Williams, 2 Worden Cottage, West Putford,
Holsworthy, Devon EX22 7UZ tel: 01409 261288 Fax:
01409 261288 email:
countrylife@
worden-cross.fsnet.uk |
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02/08/06
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NORTH DEVON SHOW
North Devon�s premier Agricultural spectacle. This
annual event is a celebration of North Devon�s
agricultural roots. A host of Livestock classes occupy
the arenas throughout the day, inc. Sheep, Horses,
Goats, Beef & Dairy Cattle, Poultry & Pigeons.
With Flower Show, Show Jumping, Show Driving, Sheepdog
Trials and an Open Dog Show adding even more
entertainment for all.
Agriculture at its best, with a warm welcome for all the family. - Country Pursuits - Food & Drink - Stalls - Entertainment - Music and so much more! |
Belle Vue Aerodrome Barnstaple
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Tim Webb, North Devon Agricultural Society, Po Box :
11, Umberleigh, Devon EX37 9WZ tel: 0870 3006327 fax:
01769 560785 email:
northdevonshow@aol.com
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03/08/06
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HONITON AGRICULTURAL SHOW
The first Honiton Show was held in 1890, the 54th
year of Queen Victoria's reign in fields on Bramble
Hill, Honiton. The Association was then named The
Honiton Union District Store Cattle and Poultry
Association. Its first president was Viscount
Sidmouth..he association, now known as Honiton &
District Agricultural Association, celebrated its
centenary in 1990 as a limited company and held a
special show to commemorate with some 290 trade stands
and compared with closer to 400 in 2003. The
association has come a long way since 1890 and is
ready for the next one hundred years!
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Showground, Honiton
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Debbie Tyler-Davis, Biscombe Hill Farm, Churchstanton,
Taunton, Somerset TA3 7PZ tel: 01823 601022 fax:
01823 601022 email:
info@honitonshow.co.uk
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10/08/06
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OKEHAMPTON & DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL SHOW
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Stoney Park Showground
Okehampton |
Mrs G Oliver, Po Box 47, Okehampton, Devon EX20 4ZX
tel: 01837 861322 fax: 01837 861322 email:
okehampton-show@
supanet.com |
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19/08/06
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CORNWOOD SHOW
Cornwoods main summer show, horse showing and
jumping, dog show, sheep show, horticultural marquee,
pet tent, stalls, demonstrations, childrens rides,
activites and races. A fun day out!
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Cadleigh Farm, Ivybridge
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Jo Miller, South Torr, Torr, Cornwood, Ivybridge, Devon
PL21 9RB tel: 01752 837116 fax: 01752 837116
email:
gjmiller@globalnet.co.uk
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www.cornwood show.co.uk |
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26/08/06 - 27/08/06
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WEST COUNTRY BALLOON FIESTA
& DAY AT THE RACES
The Westcountry Balloon Fiesta & Day at the Races
is a weekend field event raising money for charities
attracting up to 60 hot airballoons each year. A
Day at the Races is a full 2 day card of pantomime
horse races held at Tavistock College, with an on-site
"tote" for the keen gambler! In addition there
is live music, a beer tent, craft & charity fairs,
amusements, inflatables and much, much more.
Organised by Tavistock Lions Club and Tavistock Round Table, the event is run entirely in aid of charity by a team of dedicated volunteers. It has become firmly established in the Westcountry events calendar and is featured heavily on television, radio and in the news media - one of the most high profile events of the summer, drawing crowds from across the Westcountry. THE FIESTA IS SPONSORED BY REDROW HOMES (WEST COUNTRY) LTD |
Tavistock College
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Steve Grummitt, Trehaven, Courtenay Road, Tavistock,
Devon PL19 0EE tel: 01822 615526 email:
stevegrummitt@hotmail.com
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02/09/06
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KINGSBRIDGE SHOW
Kingsbridge Show continues to grow whilst trying to
maintain that local feel, keeping it's traditional
agricultural and horticultural roots. It has been
running for 123 years - this being the 52nd year it
has been held at Borough Farm, Kingsbridge. There is
something for everyone � and so much to see and do �
it�s a great family day out whether you farm, ride or
just want to see �a little piece of rural England� and
enjoy the atmosphere. The main ring attraction for
2005 is the racing camels. The cattle and sheep
classes are very well supported and horses feature
strongly in the Kingsbridge Show � their events
running right through the day. The 6-Bar Show Jumping
knockout Competition, run in the main ring last year,
is a new open class this year. Driving is also making
a welcome return. Static attractions include a Craft
Tent, South Hams Food & Drink, the Country Scene
tent, the Young Farmers section, a Woodland Tent,
Horticultural, Homecraft, Floral and children�s
classes.
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Borough Farm, Kingsbridge (A381)
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Mrs.J.Broad, The Crescent, East Allington, Totnes,
Devon TQ9 5RA tel:
email: jwb@kingsbridgeshow. eclipse.co.uk |
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12/09/06 |
WIDECOMBE FAIR
Widecombe Fair takes place annually on the second
Tuesday in September. First held in the 1850�s, it now attracts many thousands of visitors and interest
from all over the world. The famous folk song recalls
the story of Uncle Tom Cobley and his friends riding to
Widecombe Fair on a grey mare. Needless to say, he and
his faithful nag will be there again this year!
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Widecombe Village, Fairfield |
Mr. R.F. Constant, Company Secretary Torcroft, Widecombe in the Moor Newton Abbot, Devon TQ13 7TE tel:01364 621430 fax: 01364 621430 |
www.widecombe -in-themoor.com |
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23/09/06
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SIDMOUTH CARNIVAL
THE LARGEST ILLUMINATED CARNIVAL IN DEVON HELD ON THE EAST DEVON JURASSIC COAST
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Sidmouth
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Mrs.S.Hughes, 102 Temple Street, Sidmouth, Devon EX10
9BJ tel: 01395 578414 email:
hughestuart@
tinyonline.co.uk |
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30/09/06
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NEWTON POPPLEFORD CARNIVAL
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Mrs P Irish, 52 Woolbrook Road, Sidmouth, Devon EX10
9UZ tel: 01395 514989
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24/11/06 - 26/11/06
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CHRISTMAS SHOPPING FAYRE
All your shopping under one roof - over 25,000
visitors last year
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Westpoint, Clyst St.Mary, Exeter
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Grahame Davidson, Grandstand Events Ltd, The Old Coach
House,Boutport Street, Barnstaple, Devon EX31 1RW
tel: 01271 3780000 fax: 01271 329133 email:
office@ grandstandevents.com |
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01/12/06 - 03/12/06 |
INSPIRATIONAL CHRISTMAS SHOPPING FAIR
Book your tickets early for this much loved
show.
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Powderham Castle, Kenton, Exeter |
Sales Team, South West Events Ltd, 9 Granary Lane,
Budleigh Salterton, Devon EX9 6ES tel: 01395 446695 fax:
01395 446605 email: sales@southwest events.co.uk |
www.southwes tevents.co.uk |
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02/12/06 - 03/12/06
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DEVON & CORNWALL CHRISTMAS EQUINE FAIR
Another successful year for the Devon & Cornwall
Christmas Equine Fair as visitors flocked in to shop
and look at the stunning demonstrations. Olympic
rider William Fox-Pitt drew the crowds with his
Eventing displays, whilst Lucinda McAlpine was a real
hit with the audience as she explained Intuitive
Riding. With Side Saddle, Carriage Driving, BHS Trec
and a stallion parade, the Devon & Cornwall
Christmas Equine Fair had something for everyone.The
Devon Farriers, who were being auctioned off to raise
money for Cancer Research UK, were met with real
appreciation from the crowd and raised �750, in
addition to selling over 350 calendars during the
weekend. There is still the opportunity to buy The
Cream of Devon Farriers calendar by calling 01626
872732. See Mr February who had a record bid in the
auction of �220! Visitors really shopped �til they
dropped using the shopping cr�che to off load their
bags before going back for more! There were all the
necessary equestrian items to buy together with a few
Christmas extras. This year�s Devon & Cornwall
Christmas Equine Fair promises to be an excellent
event with more demonstrations providing great
entertainment .
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Westpoint, Clyst St.Mary, Exeter
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Sandra Turner, Contour Exhibitions & Events Ltd,
Brindifield, Black Dog, Crediton, Devon Ex 17 4QU
tel: 01884 861177 fax: 01884 861155
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Belinda Kerr |
Carlie Butler |
Dana Lacey |
Kristie Newton |
Nikki Garrett |
Sarah Kemp |
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Ashbury,
Axe Cliff,
Bigbury,
Bovey Castle,
Chulmleigh,
Churston,
Dainton Park,
Dartmouth G&CC,
Dinnaton,
Downes Crediton,
East Devon,
Elfordleigh Hotel G&CC, Colebrook, Plympton, Plymouth, PL7 5EB
Exeter G&CC, Exminster Golf Centre, Exminster Hill, Exminster, Exeter, EX6 8GA
Fingle Glen, |
Hartland Forest,
Hele Park,
HighBullen,
Holsworthy,
Honiton,
Hurdwick,
Ilfracombe,
Libbaton, Mortehoe & Woolacombe, Easewell, Mortehoe, Ilfracombe, EX34 7EH
Newton Abbot (Stover),
Oak Mead,
Okehampton,
Padbrook Park,
Portmore Golf Park,
Royal North Devon,
Saunton, |
Sidmouth,
Sparkwell,
Staddon Heights,
Tavistock,
Teign Valley,
Teignmouth,
Thurlestone,
Tiverton,
Torquay,
Torrington,
Warren,
Waterbridge,
Willingcott Valley,
Woodbury Park,
Wrangaton,
Yelverton,
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Kingsland Stables - Woolsery, Bideford Enjoy a gentle hack through local countryside. We have horses and ponies for all sizes, ages and abilities. Novices and children most welcome. Our staff are friendly and experienced Tel 01237 431378 Collacott Equestrian Centre - South Molton Tel 01769 572725 North Devon Equestrian Centre - Shirwell, Barnstaple Tel 01271850864 Westacott Stables - Goodleigh Barnstaple Tel 01271 372965 Arlington Riding Centre - Arlington, Barnstaple Pony trekking and hacking for experienced and inexperienced riders Tel 01271 850300
Woolacombe Stables - Woolacombe 01271 870260
Witheridge Moor Equestrian
is a small friendly yard offering Riding instruction for
children and adults from beginners to advanced or hacking in
the beautiful North Devon countryside. Long and short term,
part or full Livery is also available in new internal stables
with 77 acres of turnout.
Tel:
Mullacott Equestrian Centre- Ilfracombe Doone Valley Stables - Oare, Lynton Set in the heart of the famous and stunningly beautiful Doone Valley. Escorted rides for all levals of rider including non-riders and children. Picnic rides, day rides or simply an hour to see what you can't see by road 01598 741278 Outovercott Stables - Lynton Ride direct onto Exmoor, or through The Valley of The Rocks and around the spectacular Exmoor coast with little or no roadwork. Suitable horses and ponies for all abilities of riders. Hard hats provided. Tel 01598 753341 Brendon Farm - Lynton See Exmoor on horseback - go where cars cannot and enjoy some of the beautiful countryside first hand. Very little roadwork. Ride for as long as you likeover green fields and heather moorland. - riding hats provided. Tel 01598 741246
Lydford House Stables - Lydford Open all year. BHS approved. Superb riding on Dartmoor in a small, escorted groups on fit, well mannered horses and ponies. Qualified tuition available, beginners welcomed. Tel 01822 820321 Mount Pleasant Centre - Templeton, Tiverton Horse riding in beautiful england countryside, offering a comprensive range of activities including training, hacking and trekking. All rides are escorted. Tel 01884 861602 |
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Avon Vale Avonwick Barnstaple Braunton Chulmleigh Cranford Sports Club Exmouth | Total Tennis site Crediton Dawlish Devon & Cornwall Constabulary East Devon Tennis Centre Exmouth Exeter & District League Exeter Golf & Country Club | Total Tennis site Exeter Tennis Centre | Total Tennis site Exeter University Men's |
Exmouth
Ilfracombe | Total Tennis site Newton St Cyres Park Lane Barnstaple Rock Park Barnstaple Salcombe Sampford Peverell Seaton Sidford Sidmouth South Brent Recreation Association South Devon Tennis Centre Ivybridge | Total Tennis site Spreyton Stones League Tarka Tennis Centre Barnstaple | Total Tennis site |
Tipton St John Torrington Victoria Park Exeter Westward Ho! Willand Woodbury Woolsery Bideford City of Plymouth Esporta Devonshire Hill Lane Junior Hartley Mannamead Plympton Whiteford Road Torbay Torquay |
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DEVON COUNTY SHOW 2015
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Bold Try Stables - Chulmleigh Enjoy your ride on our well-mannered, well-cared for horses
and ponies. Accompanied rides through varying and beautiful
scenic routes. All makes and models of riders catered for
(15 minutes from Country Ways) Tel 01769 580366
Roylands Stables
Skaigh Stables