The days are getting longer and warmer, the fields are full of lambs and the countryside is starting to come back to life. Spring is in the air and there is no better time to visit one of Devon’s many beautiful gardens. You’ll be spoilt for choice – the county Read more…
After a bracing walk on the moors, what could be nicer than spending a few hours in a cosy local pub. You can toast yourself next to a roaring log fire while enjoying a hearty meal, which will often be made from locally-produced ingredients, and wash it down with a Read more…
Given the vagaries of the British climate, it’s likely that you’ll have at least one wet day during your stay. But don’t worry – there’s still plenty to do even if it does rain. Here are a few of the options available (please check opening times before visiting): Museum of Read more…
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 set in North Dartmoor and is based on a real 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 visit any of the following locations, keep your eyes open 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 enjoyed well into old age – it’s an excellent way 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 stunning landscape. Dartmoor offers endless opportunities for wild swimming, with 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 is an ideal location for those who want something a Read more…