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Check AvailabilityShortacombe Cottage is a 2 bedroom self catering holiday accommodation that sleeps 4 and is located in Barnstaple, South West England. This property is pet friendly allowing for 2 pets. Local to Pilton, Marwood, Tawstock, Fremington
Situated on the edge of the hamlet of East Down, and adjoining the owner’s beautiful Georgian home, this pretty holiday cottage enjoys a quiet and peaceful location, yet is close to all the area’s main attractions. The cottage has a wealth of character, including flagstone floors, beams and inglenook fireplace, with wood-burning stove.
Beamed living room with wood-burning stove in inglenook fireplace and slate floor. Modern fitted kitchen/dining room with slate floor. Twin bedroom (zip & link beds). First floor: Mezzanine-style double bedroom. Shower room with toilet.
At 62, local produce is used whenever possible, to create classic and contemporary dishes that are influenced by exciting flavours from around the world. Try the barbecue rack of ribs, homemade burgers or sizzling fajitas.
Mull over Sunday lunch in one of north Devon's leading restaurants — the food is fresh and locally sourced, even the burgers are organic.
To enjoy beautiful locally sourced fish visit this restaurant. For the meat lovers there are prime cuts of meat on offer as well as poultry. Round off your meal with a superbly presented homemade pud or sample delicious British cheeses. Book early to avoid disappointment!
The Quay is a waterfront restaurant, coffee-shop and gallery with wide and wonderful views of the Taw and Torridge estuaries. Upstairs, in the first-floor restaurant, the fresh, bright and seasonal menu, using the best local produce, should distract you from window-gazing.
French bistro cooking using the best of local produce, much of it free range and organic, with meats from Devon, and fish from local lakes and coasts. Even the butter and milk are locally sourced to ensure the best quality.
A popular, CAMRA pub with a varied menu and a great selection of real ales. With its welcoming atmosphere and interesting decor, this charming little inn is the perfect place for a tasty bite to eat and a refreshing pint.
Life size, roaring and spitting animated dinosaurs lurk in 30 acres of subtropical vegetation, and the museum houses genuine dinosaur eggs. With rides and a chance to swim with sealions in a specially built pool, this is an attraction not to be missed.
As well as providing 'natural' living spaces for many smaller creatures no longer seen in city zoos, the zoo is now home to larger animals such as cheetah, blackbuck, maned wolves, sitatunga and of course the 'Exmoor beast'!
Huge fun for children, The Play Hut is Ilfracombe's only indoor and outdoor kids' soft play centre and is housed within a beautiful oak building with the stylish Café Blue Bar adjoining, so parents can relax too!
Let the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway carry you on a nostalgic steam train ride in Exmoor National Park, from Woody Bay Station, North Devon — the first phase in rebuilding one of the world?s most famous and picturesque narrow gauge railways. (Wheelchair access, but those whose chair is wider than 30? should contact with the company prior to journey to make arrangements.)
Britain's largest honey farm has a visitors' centre renowned worldwide for its unique living honeybee displays. Watch the bees in complete safety, without disturbing their natural behaviour, and view the honey processing plant, with its honey extracting, bottling, and candle making rooms.
The Big Sheep is huge fun and a perfect, all weather day out for all the family, with lots to see and do including rides, dog trials, garden centre, horse whispering, pony rides, sheep races, nursery barn and lamb feeding.
The Milky Way Adventure Park is a great family day out whatever the weather. Thrilling rides, adventure for the little ones and exciting Birds of Prey shows are just some of its many attractions.
Experience the thrill of being in control of a steam locomotive when you take a day course in train driving, or simply sit back and relax as you travel along one of Britain's best and longest heritage railways.
The theatre is managed by Holsworthy Amateur Theatrical Society (HATS) who produce their own shows and host a wide range of great professional shows too. See website for details of forthcoming events.
A bustling, historical market town in the heart of Mid Devon, Tiverton has a wide range of attractions to interest the visitor. The castle was occupied by the Earls of Devon up to the 16th Century and the restored canal with a horse drawn passenger service follows a glorious route through unspoilt countryside. The town itself has a lively market with a farmers market the third Wednesday of every month as well as a number of shops, tearooms and restaurants. A church trail exploring many of the outstanding churches in the area, as well as a local town trail, are available, enabling you to discover the hidden historic and architectural gems of the town and offering a fascinating insight into their history. The recently restored historic pannier market holds regular events including antiques and farmers markets. Canal walks and horse-drawn boat cruises take place on the Grand Western Canal with an amazing 24 bridges along its 11-mile stretch! Take a trip to Tiverton Castle, built in 1106 by Richard de Redvars on the orders of Henry I.
At Tropicquaria you can get up close and personal with the animals and even hold snakes and spiders in the tropical hall. Visit the puppet show, aquarium or even play in the indoor play castle and full size pirate ships.
A firm favourite of local families, this unspoilt beach is mainly shingle at the top with plenty of sand at low water. There are natural rock pools providing endless interest and the beach also marks the edge of the Exmoor National Park.
The beach at Hele Bay is comprised mainly of sand and shingle. Its location adjacent to the Hillsborough Nature Reserve in an area of outstanding natural beauty make it an idyllic setting to relax in. Clean waters and safe swimming with an abundance of rock pools mean its great for all the family.
When sea-water bathing was considered a cure for all ailments, the Victorians carved pit a network of tunnels leading to sheltered beaches with a large tidal swimming pool, very popular today with children who can enjoy inflatables and snorkeling safely.
Crow point is situated in the estuary on the edge of Braunton Marshes. Small, secluded and sandy it offers spectacular views over the estuary.
Lee Bay is a delightful sand and shingle beach backing onto a charming village, and flanked on either side by an imposing rocky coastline. The wooded combe in which it lies is sometimes referred to as 'fuchsia valley'.
You can find Barricane Beach or shell beach as it sometimes called, in between Woolacombe and Mortehoe. It is a great beach for crabbing owing to its numerous rookpools.
Croyde is perhaps Devon's most popular surfing beach. Facing almost due west the beach picks up a good deal of swell and this combined with quality sand banks makes for one of the UK's best surf beaches.
Lynmouth Bay offers good if slightly hair-raising waves for the more daring of surfers. The little village is charming and full of character. Walk through historic streets and hear the stories of the local lifeboat crew.
Located on the edge of the Torridge Estuary, Instow beach is blessed with fine soft sand and is sheltered from the surf. It's a popular place to launch boats, and to windsurf and there's plenty of space for beach games like volleyball and cricket.
A lovely secluded and quiet beach, found in a rocky cove. Walk through the picturesque village of Bucks Mills to find it. It is also a great place for a spot of fishing.
The beach doesn't get any surf but can be good for windsurfing and kitesurfing. It's a mixture of sand and shingle and looks out across the Bristol Channel to Wales. If you want to sail, the best place to launch from is the Lifeboat Station.
Hunt for fossils and get an ice cream on this expansive beach. It has good access, but for those with limited mobility take care as the surrounding areas are a little rocky.
A beautiful beach in the picturesque village of Kilve. The area is within a Site of Special Scientific Interest in which many different fossils and rock formations have been uncovered. There is also the ruin of an old Chantry which was once used to house smuggled spirits!
Popular for swimming, fishing, surfing and sailing, the four mile long pebble beach of shingle ridge is of considerable archaeological and geographical significance. There is also some great marshland behind the beach which serves as a perfect habitat for the local birds.
Within walking distance of the medieval village of Dunster, the beach lies in the sheltered Blue Anchor Bay at the foot of Exmoor. It's sand and pebble with safe bathing and excellent fishing from the shore.
This west facing sand and pebble beach is backed by farmland. Popular for surfing, canoeing and bathing, it also has some rockpools. It is joined to the heritage coast path which leads to a castle along the cliffs.
Linking Ilfracombe on the North coast with Plymouth on the South coast for a distance of 102 miles, the route offers views of beaches and estuaries, lush green valleys and the moorlands of Dartmoor. Mostly traffic free, and over 40% of it is on former railway lines.
The Torrington Commons is a large area of land donated to the town in the 12th Century; it covers some 365 acres and has over 20 miles of public rights of way running through it. The River Torridge where many of the scenes in Tarka The Otter was set, flows through the valley and is still a haven for otters and other wildlife.
Following the River Torridge to the estuary at Instow, the route is fairly flat and very safe for children to cycle. Crossing the river many times where Tarka The Otter was filmed, this lovely route has various access points along the way and provides a great way to explore the largely unspoiled countryside of North Devon.
The Valley of the Rocks is a captivating natural space that can be explored on foot. The area is absolutely enchanting with native flowers, grasses and stunning rock formations. The 2.7 mile journey offers a different visual experience as the seasons change the landscape. Beginners should consider this one because it offers an easy difficult level.
At about 60 miles long it is mainly focused at experienced riders. Although challenging, it is a fantastic route which passes through Exmoor National Park. Keep an eye out for local wildlife as you ride through the beautiful scenery.
This route encircles the beautiful and infrequently visited Upper River Carey valley in deepest, rural Devon. It's not an easy route and has many twists and turns, but you'll be rewarded with views of quiet hamlets and rolling greenery along the way.
Located in a National Nature Reserve, this walk will take you between half an hour to an hour to complete. The reserve has one of the richest varieties of coastal habitats in Britain, and is a favourite location for bird watchers.
This is an easy route of 11 miles with the least traffic in Devon. You'll cycle through rural Devon, enjoying spectacular views of Dartmoor and its wildlife on the way.
Why not walk a short section of the Dartmoor Way? This circular 78 mile walking trail meanders across rolling moorland, through quaint Devon thatched villages along secluded wooded valleys, over clapper bridges and around Dartmoor's unique tors.
Encompassing industrial history and natural beauty, this route is worth it for the views alone. Just south of Okehampton, the viaduct was built in 1874 and spans 165 metres over the remains of mineral mines. The view of Meldon Dam is almost 50 metres high.
Ideal for families with children, this is route is flat, easy and mainly off road. There are open views of superb landscape along the way, varying between the sheltered woodland and sweeping vistas of the Blackdown Hills.
There are wonderful Dartmoor views on this route which takes you mainly along Devon's quiet country lanes, with a short stretch of the Tarka Trail; passing many places of historic interest on the way.
Under the supervision of a PADI accredited dive instructor, you can safely discover the fascinating sensations of the underwater world.
Go for a ride on the beach, amongst the Braunton barrows and along the woodland treks. Shelly's Riding School is a small yard in a great location where beginners can learn to ride and those with more experience can go a little further afield.
Get a taste for adventure with canoeing and kayaking lessons along the Devon coast between Bideford and Barnstaple, from introductory sessions to improver coaching on white-water and the ocean. Highly qualified instructors ensure you are in safe hands throughout.
Learn to surf on Croyde's Blue Flag beach, where the British Surfing Championships have been held three times. Surf South West runs surfing lessons and courses for all levels, and has been awarded Level 5 status by the British Surfing Association.
This wonderful course is the second oldest in Somerset, originally established in 1882. The site has been impressively maintained and developed ever since attracting locals, tourists and societies alike. Whatever your ability or experience, this course will offer something for you.(Booking is essential)
Southerndown Golf Club is a championship golf course that is unusual in that owing to its position it is one of the driest courses in the country, it is a course of contrasts being part sandy links and part acid-heathland. The course attracts many players and has had some major players play here, who have found the course to be challenging and demanding. With many natural obstacles including gorse, bracken and winds you are in for a tough game. The greens and fairways are well maintained and in good condition. As you walk around the course you can enjoy the lovely views that include, the North Devon coast, Swansea Bay and Gower peninsula and the surrounding valleys and hills of South Wales. The clubhouse is warm and cosy with a welcoming atmosphere, it too benefits from the stunning views, they have a good menu with lots of choice and is very good quality, Throughout you will find the staff to be helpful and friendly. They may not be able to guarantee you the weather but you are assured a warm and hospitable Welsh welcome.
England's only marine nature reserve, this dramatic, unspoilt island is a fitting setting for a fascinating array of wildlife including seals, a huge seabird colony, wild ponies, basking sharks and puffins. No cars disturb the island but there is a village inn and church.
Whether you love birds of prey or simply want a reason to enjoy the outdoors and wildlife, the Exmoor Owl and Hawk Centre offers an exciting escape. This facility is home to an array of majestic predatory avians. Multiple flying displays are put on each day. The grounds also include indoor owl shows, alpaca walks, horseback riding, tea rooms and more!
The varied habitats at Dunsford support a wide range of plants and wildlife. In the Spring it's filled with wild daffodils, and butterflies, otters, mink, woodpeckers, deer and dormice can also all be seen.
Marwood Hill is a beautiful 20 acre valley garden, very colourful in spring, and with three small lakes, a large bog garden and a rock and alpine scree. The National Collections of 'Iris ensata' and tulbaghias are held here.
In the picturesque Heddon Valley, on the western edge of Exmoor National Park, Heddon Hall Gardens are now open on a regular basis and will appeal to every gardener as well as anyone who just enjoys delicious home made cream teas in lovely surroundings.
All the family will enjoy a day out at Tapeley Park. There are lots of attractions including thoughtful woodland works, organic vegetable gardens, a children's play area and surprising animal encounters. The famous terraces are full of semi-tropical and tender flowers rarely seen in the UK.
The RHS has developed the original 8 acres into 65 acres of gardens and woodlands, featuring extensive herbaceous borders, herb and cottage gardens, a potager, fruit and vegetable garden, rose gardens, a foliage and plantsman's garden as well as a winter garden. So there really is something to fit all tastes!
Greencombe is a 60 year old 3.5 acre garden, bordering ancient woodland. Careful planting has resulted in a stunning collection, however it also has a natural quality as if it has just been stumbled upon.
374 acres of water await you at Wimbleball Lake. Perfect for watersports, fishing, bird watching or just simply enjoying with a picnic. The stunning Exmoor scenery makes this a great place to visit throughout the year. There are also a number of local clubs that offer tuition in sailing and other watersports.
A tranquil landscape with beautiful moorlands and impressive coastal views. Explore this rich landscape and admire the lovely rivers, waterfalls and charming towns and villages. Keep your eyes peeled for wild red deer and a whole host of other wildlife.
An enchanting garden with magnificent Victorian greenhouses, often though of as the best in South West England. Admire Brazilian rhubarb, bamboo grove and the delightful walled garden. Featured in 'Devon Today', 'Devon Life' and 'Gardener's Tales'; Winsford Walled Garden is well worth a visit.
Bringing the history of Barnstaple to life through a combination of touch-screen computer interactives, information panels and atmospheric mock-ups, the town's Heritage Centre is housed in a Grade I and II listed building on the riverfront.
The Courtyard is Herefordshire's centre for the arts, priding itself on an array of theatre, dance, music, film and visual arts events throughout the year.
The Lynton Cinema carries on a long traditional of cinematic entertainment in the Lynton and Lynmouth area. Modern movie goers can stop by to take in a current release in many popular genres. Spend a relaxing afternoon or evening kicking back while taking in a film in the comfort of the Lynton Cinema!
Shopping all the family can enjoy! Atlantic village offers a unique blend of outlet shopping and exciting visitor attractions in the Atlantis Family Adventure Park. With over 35 outlet shops to choose from, offering up to 50% of the retail price.
Burrowhayes Farm Riding Stables are located next to the Horner Water in the stunning Horner Valley right in the centre of Exmoor National Park. Its ideal position offers the perfect location for taking in the glorious local countryside and all that it has to offer with its wooded valleys, streams, hills and stunning coastal scenery. They offer a choice of organised escorted rides catering to all abilities amongst the beautiful local countryside. There are horses to suit everyone with small children's ponies through to mature horses. The horses all have lovely temperaments are obedient and are well cared for. You are paired with a horse to suit you, and all equipment is provided. The trail rides are well thought out and interesting. They are open from April to mid October daily except Saturdays. The staff are brilliant, very friendly, helpful and professional. Burrowhayes Farm Riding Stables have excellent facilities, are well organised and professional and offer a lovely relaxed riding experience amongst the most stunning countryside.
Minehead EYE is a fantastic community project here in the town. It comprises of an indoor skatepark, bouldering cave, indoor playground and bouncy castle, recording studio and rehearsal room as well as a cafe that has Internet facilities. In addition they run a youth club, kids film club and kids arts and crafts classes. It offers a safe and controlled environment for children to play and expel all that energy they have. The indoor wooden skate zone is excellent it allows them to skate or scoot around and try out the ramps. The bouldering cave has all you need for a fun and thrilling climb, it has a hanging corners, prows, a three metre high traverse wall and lots more and will cater to both novice and seasoned climbers, under 16's will require parental consent. If you are an aspiring musician you will love the rehearsal studio, it is the perfect place to practise and has all a band needs with drum kit, keyboard, microphones and guitar amps and can be hired by the hour. If you become a member of Minehead EYE you will qualify for special offers and discounts on entry. The facilities are available for all ages and abilities and makes for a great day out for everyone regardless of the weather.
Tiverton Canal Company offers a ride on one of the few remaining horse drawn barges in the United Kingdom. They can be found on the banks of the lovely Grand Western Canal, a beautiful stretch of waterway that has lots to offer to its visitors including, wildlife, flora and fauna, boats, horses and pretty scenery. The canal is eleven miles long and meanders through the pretty unspoilt waterways that are so tranquil and peaceful often with just the sounds of the wildlife to be heard. The grounds by the barge are beautifully maintained and the boat is pristine and a great example of a bygone era. The captain of the boat dresses in traditional attire and gives a wonderful running commentary, really informative and interesting, and pitched at just the right level to engage everyone. There is also a quick stop at an aqueduct during the journey. The shire horse that pull the barge has a lovely friendly temperament and is particularly partial to mints. There are refreshments available on board or there is a floating cafe, Ducks Ditty Cafe Bar, near to the departure area that has a nice menu of snacks and drinks. The journey last about two and a half hours and is so enjoyable, relaxing and so much to see along the canal. A first class attraction that gives a glimpse into a bygone era, a real nostalgic experience. The canal has much to offer too with lovely walks, a gift shop that has some unusual gift items and you can also hire a boat or canoe yourself to take along the canal.
Dragon Archery is located in the middle of the beautiful Devon countryside, close to Holsworthy, overlooking Dartmoor. It is a family run business that teaches the ancient skill of archery. It is primarily aimed at complete novices or those with little experience but welcomes archers of all skill levels. There are bows suitable to those aged eight and over. All instructions are carried out by expert and highly skilled instructors and safety is paramount, with all safety guidelines being clearly given in advance. All equipment is provided so there is no need to take anything along except yourself. There are magnificent views of the surrounding countryside and there are themed archery ranges covering a collection of films and stories. As opposed to the usual archery centres where you shoot at a target at Dragon Archery it is completely different, your targets include dinosaurs, ugly orc's, wolves, armoured knights before you meet your biggest challenge the great Red Dragon. It is a unique and fun event that all those aged over eight can get involved in. Refreshments are provided when requested, free of charge as well as lots of encouragement. Whilst having fun you are learning a new skill and get a whole lot more of the history, tactics and science of archery, thoroughly interesting. Perhaps at the end of your session you will get your name on the leader board. Dragon Archery are professional, well organised and extremely friendly, they cannot do enough to ensure you have an enjoyable and memorable experience. It is extremely popular and rightly so, so to avoid disappointment make sure you book in advance, highly recommended.
The museum displays 900 dolls from all over the world based on the unique collection of the late Mollie Hardwick. Dolls furniture and crockery are also exhibited.
Devon Badger watch offers a unique and unusual attraction for those interested in badgers or wildlife. Kevin and Anne will take you up close to these shy and mysterious creatures as they venture out of their setts into night time, observation is done from the purpose built hide. During an evening you get a real insight into these animals and learn all about their lives and habits and how they are affected by modern farming practises, see their large claws and teeth, watch them eat and try to determine which is male or female. You will see much more wildlife during your nights excursion including many birds, animals and mammals. The meeting point is in their barn located just five miles outside of Tiverton where there are lots of information boards relating to the animas you will see. The commentary Kevin and Anne give is totally fascinating and their passion for these animals shines through. It is a totally unique and memorable experience that all ages will enjoy and excellent value too, highly recommended.
Cowbridge is an elegant market town famous for its arts & crafts and antiques. The high street is lined with fashionable shops, bars, restaurants and chic boutiques.
Eastcott Vineyard is a small family operated establishment, located in the beautiful countryside of West Devon. It started as a dream and has now evolved into a successful business. The vinery covers six acres and produces a range of internationally known still and sparkling English wines, with both whites and roses. They run two guided tours, the Winery Tour and Talk or the Grand Vine to Wine Tour, they both are available April through to September, dates and times are on the website. In addition they also offer tutored wine tasting for groups over six people to a maximum of fifteen. When producing their fabulous wines they use traditional methods and a detailed description of the various processes involved are covered on the tours, you learn about the whole process from vine to bottle. The tours are really interesting and very informative and lasts about two hours. At the end you get to sample a selection of their quality wines and have the opportunity to buy some to take home for your enjoyment. Eastcott Vineyard enjoys a beautiful position in the Devon countryside and is fabulous when the sun shines, the family are lovely really friendly and very enthusiastic about what they do, you are made to fell very welcome and there is no hard sell from them, definitely worth a visit.
Gower Herbal Walks will take you through the Gower woodlands or along the costal paths or perhaps both where you will collect wild herbs and then turn them into medicines, under the guidance of a professional herbalist. Your walk will last approximately two hours and covers about 3 miles, you veer off the beaten track in search of plants and herbs in season, you will see breathtaking scenery, and will be taught to recognise local plants, how to harvest them and change them into a healing medicine that you take home with you. During your time you gain substantial knowledge about the plants you see and are given a booklet to take home, to further explain the plants and herbs that are safe to use and how to yield them. You also learn about the healing properties of the plants, correct dosages and the intriguing myths and traditions behind them. Depending on your route you might stop to enjoy some tasty homemade herbal teas and scrumptious brownies, or delicious fish and chips. You should ensure to wear suitable foot wear and comfortable clothes as well as taking drinking water, suncream/waterproofs depending on the time of year. Gower Herbal Walks are thoroughly enjoyable and interesting, you get so much from them as well as having the satisfaction of having made your own medicine, that you take home. Gower Herbal Walks are a different and fun alternative and suitable to all those who are mobile, a great activity, with family or friends or as part of a group or party.
Go Coasteering are a specialist company for coasteering with a huge selection of jump points around Devon, Cornwall and Dorset. They have selected the best points with the best tide times. This relatively new sport is for those who are seeking thrills and adventure, it is a strenuous activity involving climbing, scrambling, jumping, diving and swimming. All jumps are taken under the supervision of a qualified and professional instructor and all safety equipment is provided. The staff are superb, so friendly, helpful, encouraging and most of all professional. The first jump is the worst but once you have that out of the way it is amazing fun. Coasteering is a sport that those aged five and over can take part in, you don't have to be superfit either. They are now offering additional fun activities including Gorge Scrambling, Gorge Walking, Axe Throwing, Bushcraft, Paintballing, Archery and Archery Combat. You have the option of having your experience recorded through video and HD pictures. Go Coasteering are a professional and well organised company that provide a premier experience where safety is first but fun follows quickly after. It is excellent value for money and definitely something you should try if you are in the area, a thrilling and memorable experience that everyone will love.
The Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway was created to overcome the lofty cliffs that separated these two developing regions. The mechanical systems utilised are unique, with full water tanks to balance the cars and brakes that camp down on the rails. The lifts are completely eco-friendly because no power is required to make them work.
Watersmeet sits among a sweeping 2,000 acres. The landscape includes thriving wildlife and gorgeous waterfalls that provide the perfect backdrop for an afternoon's stroll. Stop by the Watersmeet House to enjoy a delicious beverage, like one of the landmark's rich cream teas. Gifts are also sold so you can find something special to remember your visit by.
Built in neo-classical style in 1822, Arlington Court's interior is astonishing: full of collections for every taste, many of them amassed by an eccentric former owner. Carriage rides are available in the grounds.
At Torrington 1646, you'll be guided by colourful 17th Century characters, dressed in period costume and speaking and acting as though they were living at the time of the civil war battle. Visit the physic garden and perhaps even try on armour in the Royalist encampment. A guaranteed fun-packed, family day out. Highly Recommended. (Facilities where dogs can be left)
Dovery Manor Museum is located in a charming historic manor house dating to the 15th century and is found in the village of Porlock being part of the Exmoor National Park. Although only a small space it showcases a wonderful collection of local artefacts, displays, books, maps, photographs and pictures illustrating the history of the local area, and its people. There are permanent exhibits as well as frequently changing exhibits that cover a broad range of topics. Outside is a small physic garden, there are notes attached to the various plants advising what they are and their medicinal and culinary uses. There are wonderful views from the top of the garden. The museum is open from Easter until the end of September and is open daily except Sundays. There is no charge for entry to this lovely little museum, although they do accept donations. Throughout the year they hold a number of events to raise funds these include quiz nights, talks and exhibitions, details are on the website. Dovery Manor Museum is a lovely friendly and welcoming museum with the most helpful and friendly volunteers, it is home to an amazing amount of local information, and is both interesting and informative, a real gem of a museum and well worth a visit if you are in the area.
Many turrets and towers lend this ancient castle an air of romance, and its dramatic hilltop location affords magnificent views over Exmoor and the Bristol Channel. It boasts fine interiors and its subtropical gardens are home to the National Collection of strawberry trees.
See how flour is produced as the wheat grain is fed down to the grinding stones before being bagged up for local shops. Built in 1680, Dunston is the West Country's finest working water mill and sits in magnificent surroundings alongside the River Avill overlooking Exmoor National Park.
One of the finest surviving Gothic Revival houses, built in the lush landscape of mid-Devon, Knightshayes Court is a rare example of the work of the eccentric and inspired architect William Burges.
St Peter's Church is a grade I listed parish church that dates back to the 15th century and is located in the heart of the pretty town of Tiverton. It continues to this day to serve the local communities as a place of worship and reflection. It is a lovely church with many fine architectural features both inside and out, the decorative stonework is beautiful and so are the stained glass windows, and the embroidered kneeler shelves are wonderful. The current organ dates to 1696 and still emits a wonderful sound. The church is open where possible daily from 9.30 to 3.30 and you are welcome to come inside and take a look around or just avail of the peacefulness here, there are usually volunteers around who are happy to answer your questions. The church has a nice meditative atmosphere. Outside are some interesting gravestones many dating back hundreds of centuries. There are regular services that still retain the old style of worship and are open to all, you will find the parishioners to be welcoming and friendly. They have a number of events during the year that are again open to everyone and range from coffee mornings to a Flower Festival and Remembrance Parade, St Peter's Church continues to be an integral part of community life here in Tiverton. A lovely old church with many fine features and a really friendly congregation, worth a visit if you are in the town.
Museum of Dartmoor Life is located in a charming historic former Warehouse and Mill that date back to the 19th century. The museum narrates the story of the people of Dartmoor from its beginnings in prehistoric times to the 20th century mining and hill farming, and delves into the traditional, cultural and heritage of the area. There are permanent exhibits as well as temporary exhibits so there is always something new to see here. It is set over three floors, and has a great collection of quality artefacts and memorabilia as well as interactive displays, areas of interest here are the reconstructed Bronze Age hut, Victorian kitchen, blacksmith shop and a number of interesting farming exhibits.There are information boards to tell you about the different exhibits. You can learn about traditional Dartmoor industries like glass making, quarrying and rural crafts during your visit. There is plenty to keep young visitors occupied with discovery zones and they have the opportunity to dress up in historical costumes, collect stamps and find piskies. The museum also runs a number of events throughout the year, details are on the website so watch out for these. The museum is open Monday to Saturday and there is a small charge for entry. Volunteers run the museum and you will find them to be really friendly and helpful. Next door is a quaint tea shop selling a nice range refreshments as well as a gift shop that sells a nice selection of gorgeous hand crafted items and other gifts. Museum of Dartmoor Life is a lovely provincial museum giving a real insight into the past life of the residents of the town, it takes you back to another time and allows you to get a feel of what it was like then. A must if you are in the area as there is something to keep all ages entertained.
Run by the Finch family from 1814 to 1960, the Foundry harnessed the power of the River Taw in Sticklepath village to produce agricultural implements and mining tools for the tin and copper mines and china clay industry of Devon and Cornwall.
