By now, most people are familiar with the adventures of Albert Narracott and his courageous horse, Joey, during the First World War, having read the book or seen the film or play. However, not many realise that the story is Read more…
Doesn’t everybody love a good ghost story, especially around Hallowe’en time? If you do, then Dartmoor won’t disappoint! The area abounds with tales of mythical beasts and mysterious happenings. Many local places are reputed to be haunted, so if you Read more…
Most of us can remember that sense of freedom we had as children when we finally learned to ride a bike and could set off with our friends for a day of adventure. Luckily, it’s an activity that can be Read more…
While the health benefits of swimming are well-known, a noisy and crowded public baths is not always the most enjoyable way to experience them. Imagine instead immersing yourself in crystal-clear water, surrounded only by wildlife, while looking out over a Read more…
Nothing says Devon quite like a cream tea! The perfect one consists of light, fluffy scones, homemade fruit jam and proper clotted cream, which is so thick it sticks to the spoon, accompanied by a thirst-quenching pot of tea. This Read more…
When most people think of visiting Devon, they picture bucket and spade holidays by the seaside. Many are unaware that Dartmoor, in the interior of the county, offers some of the most spectacular and dramatic scenery in the UK and Read more…