Top 50 things to do and attractions in Dartmoor National Park

Amazing scenic walk through the gorge! A little slice of rainforest in Devon. A must visit!

Great walk through lovely scenery. It was raining when we went which just added to the experience! The walk was challenging in places, but a good challenge for me

Drove 100 miles to get here sign said closed due to high winds... there were none. Walked in anyway, new paths instead of the previous steps, a big improvement

Lydford Gorge is pure magic towering trees, rushing streams, and the breathtaking White Lady Waterfall. The Devil’s Cauldron roars with raw power, making the walk thrilling and unforgettable. A bit steep in places, but well worth it. A true Devon gem!

Very nice walk through the gorge and woods. Didn't see alot of people, so was very quiet for most of the walk apart from the birds and running water.

Love it here, fantastic woodland walks

Beautiful waterfall and paddling area. Scary side cliff walks. But great for climbers. Alternative straight path options. I found the cafe very expensive. The staff on entrance were very welcoming and informative. Beautiful area of outstanding beauty. Quite a journey by bus. But can be done.

Very tranquil. I'd recommend to walk just past the woods to a meditation stone for the best experience. Also, take a thermos of hot tea and a warm coat. It the wind can be a bit chilling and there's no cover. Also, due to the distance to the wood, use the bathroom before hand. It can take 30-40 mins to walk back to the pub. Busy earlier in the day and afternoon. Quiet if you go towards the end of the day closer to sunset. Just make sure you time it right so you're not out there at night. Parking is very limited by the gate, but I think you can park by the pub if you get a drink.

If you’re going to Wistman’s Wood, you should be expecting that you haven’t been able to actually enter the forest for a long time. It’s ancient and needs ongoing preservation because of people not respecting the basic rule of “don’t wander from the paths near the forest”. It is a wonderful sight, even from the edges and the surrounding area is brilliant for hiking in sunny weather. The walk up to Wistman’s Wood takes around 15-30 minutes depending on your mobility, the trail is bumpy but manageable if you are an older individual, but do take care as there are a few places where you can lose your footing.

Went to Wistman’s Wood last weekend with our two dogs. We parked at Two Bridges Hotel which cost £5 to park (pay at reception). Then we walked to Wistman’s Wood. You will need to walk the car park and across the road and walk towards the woods. It’s quite obvious which way to go, but if you are not sure, ask at reception whilst you pay for parking. There is free parking opposite the hotel but it could be busy on nice weather days. The walk is a little rocky, if it’s wet you will definitely need wellies or good walking boots. After walking for about 15/20 mins you will arrive at Wistman’s Wood. It is very special, google it! Check the history, it’s rather enchanting. This time we discussed to continue walking past the wood and see if we could get round to the other side of the valley. This ended up extending the walk by about 2 hours and we had to cross a river. I think we may have gone the shortcut which ended up being a long cut. I think possibly if you walked on to the nearby tor there may be an easier way round. However, it was an adventure and walking back the other side of the valley was amazing. You walk along next to a man made stream and then through an enchanted wood (see pics) the woods are beautiful, covered in moss. You can walk circular and you will end back up at the two bridge hotel if you follow the river back after walking alongside the stream. It’s a lovely walk and if you have dogs they will love it! Watch out for cows, they might be around but as long as you keep out their way they will keep out of yours. Pop your dogs on a lead if you see any. Can’t wait to go back.

This place will always hold a special place in my heart. There’s a mystical beauty here that feels timeless, and it’s wonderful to see steps being taken to protect it. A truly enchanting spot—well worth a visit, but tread with care.

What an amazing place. Technically it’s a rainforest because it gets more than 2000mm rain/year. It’s made from twisted old dwarfed oak trees, rare moss and lichens and boulders. You’re told not to enter the forest but to view from the edge so as not to harm the delicate habitat. It’s possibly the last remaining piece of original post-glacial woodland in the UK.

Finally visited this magical place and was not disappointed. Went early (05.40hrs) on a Saturday and had the place to myself. Parked in the small but free car park. Footwear with good grip and ankle support is recommended as the walk takes you across rocks and uneven ground. Be aware the woods are on fairly steep ground. Abide by the signs and enjoy!

A really nice treck with stunning landscapes and atmospheric little forest. If moss covered rock, twisted trees and big open spaces are your thing, it is a treat.

We were visiting the area and thought we’d stop in to Dartmoor Zoo as they are supposed to have one of the largest collections of big cats. The zoo wasn’t as big as we thought it might be, so you could easily walk around in half a day but it was still packed full with lots to see. We met a few volunteers working at the zoo who were extremely knowledgable and obviously had a great passion for what they did. We attended some of their talks which were very interesting. It was great to see lots of the animals and big cats up close. I would have given 5* but I think certain areas of the zoo perhaps need a big of TLC, and some of the enclosures needed updating, with some of the larger animals seemingly needing bigger enclosures with more enrichment.

Great little Zoo, friendly knowledgeable staff. Don't go here expecting a massive Zoo with hundreds of animals, instead think of it as a more up close experience, the staff actually care for these animals it's not just a Saturday job so to speak, and as an added bonus they're not trying to sell you stuff every 10 paces. So why only 4 out of 5 stars I hear you ask, well....... Their coffee sucks, that is it plain and simple, you might like it I didn't. I had burger and chips from the Cafe, the burger was tasty and the chips were nice and crispy, my Mrs had Fish and Chips, the only thing she said was the fish could be a little bigger but I think we both agreed it is simple nice hot food which is all we wanted. Great job Dartmoor Zoo thank you.

This is a lovely little wildlife park, it's great for a morning or afternoon but not enough for us for the day. There's lot's of animals to see and information on them all. The staff are all so friendly. The disabled parking is inside the park up the hill. If needed you need to purchase your tickets then they will open the gates and you can drive in. There's a nice cafe selling light lunches as well as cakes. The animals all seem happy and well looked after although some of the enclosures could be larger. It does look like they are doing lots of work to improve this.

If you have a guest in a wheelchair, basically forget it. Hills all over the zoo. Parts of the pathways are not maintained, if a pathway at all. Only good part is parking for disabled, you get to park in the middle of the zoo. Animals could do with a bit more food in my opinion. Do have a variety of animals, but not many. Is great for younger children for a few hours.

A small but well kept zoo. Animals is beautiful condition- the jaguar in particular. The otters were very entertaining too. Had a lovely chat with a keeper about their newt. A shout out to the cafe team for perfectly prepared gluten free pizza that was coeliac safe! Will definitely visit again.

Had a Brilliant day at Dartmoor Zoo. All the staff were very helpful and friendly. In particular Henry knew a lot about the animals and was a lovely guy. A lot of the staff are volunteers and you can tell they really enjoy what they do. Loved dragon the tiger, he really put a good show for the visitors. Also loved the otters. It was a shame about the rainy weather but still didn’t want to leave!

Had a thoroughly lovely day today at Dartmoor Zoo with my 3 children who also had a great time. Animals all looked well looked after, the staff were very friendly and the zoo itself was very very clean. The tiger was a particular highlight as you could see it in all it's majestic glory fairly close. The birds and monkeys were also very lovely to see. Would highly recommend. We spent around 3 hours there and that felt about right and saw most things at least twice in that time. Very much looking forward to utilising the annual ticket and to go back and see anything we missed.

The collection may not be huge but is very interesting. We learned a lot and most of all enjoyed that dogs are allowed in the museum.

Turned up at just before 3pm. Google says closes at 430p Door says closes at 4pm. Lights were turned off and we felt the hint to leave at 345p as the worker was out the door and off on his motorbike by 350p after not wanting to sell any merchandise by advising register already off. Arrive earlier and would be a nice prison museum

A great insight into part of the prison life, a great display of items and costumes. There was a fantastic display of prisoners work. There was a lower section but requires stairs to access. There was a small selection of items to purchase. Car park was adequate, card only no cash. It was relatively busy when we arrived but they said it often is when it's raining. Photo also shows the entrance as SatNav may not be accurate

Interesting. Good views of the prison too. When you see the contraband it makes you think too. Some great craft stuff too ie matchbox makes and origami models

I really enjoyed this museum, if you are on Dartmoor I certainly recommend a visit.🗝️

Great little museum. Very interesting.

Very interesting visit to the history of the prison and great exposition of confiscated tools 🔧 from inmates trying to escape the block. Its worth the price and the time for a visit. Really recommend 👌 👏

It is quite beautiful, old bridge. It is very short walk from the car park at the visitor center. There is a shop just opposite the bridge. There is nothing else to do in the area. So, one may spend 15-20 mins for the bridge.

Don't go here expecting a really intense experience. It is a late medieval bridge in gorgeous countryside. It is an interesting site to visit and walk over, to marvel at the manipulation of huge stone slabs onto dressed stone piers. It is a place to sit in the sun on the banks and watch water gurgle happily by. It is for some a place to fish. It does not offer more than this. Some really nice walks from the bridge locally and a visitor centre nearby that makes little mention of the site focused instead on the moor more generally. If this sounds like fun, then you will really enjoy this experience.

Great facilities, picturesque place.

It's a nice place to visit. Lovely quiet place with a beautiful background. There are 2 bridges one is modern and the other is the old one.

A medieval bridge made from 3 large slabs of granite called clappers. It’s much larger in person than it looks on the photos. It’s alongside the more modern road bridge spanning the same river from where you can take a good photo of the clapper bridge. There are steps up and it can get slippery when wet. Not really wheelchair/pushchair accessible.

Fantastic place, beautiful walks and so scenic. So much wildlife to see too thanks to the locals and their well stocked bird feeders

Tour of Britain passing through as we were having a hike in this beautiful part of Dartmoor. You can even paddle in the river near the clapper bridge- wonderful to on a very hot sunny day and a host of walks to choose from

Such a beautiful spot on Dartmoor. Great for families and hikers. Lots of animals and wildlife around and gorgeous riverside spots to stop for lunch. We walked from Postbridge which was nice, but I would recommend just parking at Bellever or starting from Bellever meadows car park instead of Postbridge for a bit more of a forest walk.

This is my favourite place for a picnic. Beautiful setting, relaxing and tranquil. Also great for children if they like a paddle. There is a public toilet here and sometimes a mobile tea/coffee van. They now charge for parking.

Really beautiful place for a short walk by the river or a picnic. We came for a walk through the forest but we didn’t really find that the forest walks were that enjoyable it was more just walking up a track rather than through the forest. Maybe we didn’t get far enough in. But, the area by the river is just beautiful, we should have brought a picnic and spent more time in this area. Really good facilities in that there are loos and a little coffee trailer.

Such a beautiful spot. Lovely place to visit with family as a couple of on your own . Toilets on site. Good parking, don't forget to pay. No BBQs allowed so take a picnic.

The place is an exceptional beauty queen with eye catching views. As well as it gives scenic views over pine trees and the lake side views. It's easy to spend a day there with family and friends.

I went to Bellever forest today with my family, 3 under 12s, and they loved it. Lovely views, nice and quiet,especially when the horses came up very close. There are toilets, which were nice and clean, card payment for the parking made it easy. Just be careful, as I almost stood on an adder, I didn't know what sort it was until I came home and Googled it. Well worth a visit.

Bellever Forest beautiful place. Great walk and good paths to use for a mobility scooter / wheelchair

Having seen Hound Tor on screen we were excited to visit the place with our own miniature hound. 🐩 It's the perfect place for senior dogs since the hill climb from the car park isn't very steep and the ground is very soft grass.

One of my families favourite Tors. Great for dog walking, kids of any age and brilliant views and walks. Car park is reasonable and we've never had an issue parking, even when busy.

These granite rocks are what Dartmoor is about especially when on top of high ground giving a great view. Free carpark, sometimes a mobile coffee shop is available. Preferably wear walking boots to climb up to the top and up on the rocks.

Very scenic and rustic landscape! Road to the place is quite narrow and difficult to reach by car. But, it's worth the visit ! For normal people, rocks are relatively more tough to climb upon. ;-)

An easily accessible Tor on Dartmoor as there is a free car park close by. A gentle walk to the rocks on the tor. Plenty of climbing / scrambling opportunities. Close to the ruined medieval village. Good views from the top.

This is not a place for those who are faint-hearted! Climbing the Tor is really fun, but also quite dangerous as there's no restraints. If you're an adrenaline junkie like me, though, then it's a must go.

Amazing views great place for kids. Might loose 1 or 2 though so close your eyes when they run off and appear at the top!

Haven't visited this place since I was a child and it has not lost its sense of mystery and wonder. Fairly steep but pleasant walk up to site from small layby parking on the road. Loads of nesting birds in bracken and buzzards overhead - great for wildlife fans. Grimspound is a bronze age settlement - walled surrounding several hut circles and is great to wander around and explore 👍

We loved our short visit to Grimspound. It's just a short hike up from the road. The bronze age stone rings are great for a family picnic.

It's honestly amazing, and it leaves so much space for your imagination to thrive. With a variety of houses still visible, each with their own entrance. The gravity of the location certainly wasn't lost on me. To think I was standing in the place of my ancestors was amazing. Taking every step they would have taken. Seeing the countryside that they also may have seen. How much could the countryside have changed within 2000 years?

Interesting site with lots of smaller hut type circles inside the big one. The stone pathway leading up from the road can get slippery.

A short walk from the road, and worth the climb, a spectacular Bronze Age settlement close to a stream and tor. Very well preserved and fascinating to explore the different structures.

Beautiful walk, swim and visit to the cafe for cake and tea

Well preserved Bronze age village in quieter part of Dartmoor only the sheep for company on our visit! Can look across to nearby hills and spot a medieval field system if your observant. Very Limited layby parking.

Lovely to visit especially in the autum. Steep prices and to pay a pound for a map was cheeky. Restaurant also expensive. I do understand that they are an isolated location and have a large maintenance bill however. Would recommend but not for elderly people who cannot walk far if they want to see the waterfalls.

We visited on Monday & what a wonderful experience. Fabulous staff, such a pretty, well cared for environment with beautiful views. lots of shaded woodland, cool ferns & the sound of thundering water, perfect for this scorching weather. The walk is not for cissies! We were so pleased with ourselves for reaching the top 🥳 (66yrs of age) but so worth the effort. We felt we earned our delicious Devon cream tea. I had the savoury, cheese scone - hot from the oven, with cream cheese and an onion marmalade with proper loose leaf tea in a innovative little teapot. My husband had the traditional with jam and cream, equally delicious. Then we strolled round the lovely gift shop before making our way home. Highly recommended. We used a Virgin Experience voucher given to us by our family. Next time, we'll go for the afternoon tea option with sarnies etc, they also do a doggy afternoon tea!! 😀 Amazing place....

What a lovely day to end our last day for a week down here. Fabulous walk up and around the waterfall. Make sure you have good walking footwear 'durable' not accessible by wheelchair or buggy, but some lovely views. Well posted with signs, entertainment for little ones, keep them entertained as well.

Amazing Great experience, Well kept and beautiful walk / hike to the waterfalls. Some steep climbs up pathways and steps Everything clearly displayed and sign posted Lots of rest points if needed. The lower lakes and grounds also worth walking around Lovely cafe for drinks and food Gift shop on way out Toilets located only on lower ground at entrance/exit near to Cafe Great value Would recommend

Dog Friendly! Lovely staff. Really nice cafe with great choices. Cream tea experience too. Walk is great with lots to see and read along the way up to the falls. Great for kids, once you walk back down you go through a big play park too.

Such a wonderful place to spend a day. I visited with my family (ages ranging from 80 - 5), and we all managed and enjoyed the fantastic hike up to the top of the falls. It was probably more challenging than we expected but thoroughly worth the effort. Lots of cute and imaginative things and natural wonders to entertain the children on the walk, and a beautiful view at the top. The staff in the shop and cafe were so friendly and the food was tasty. We went during Oct half term and did the pumpkin trail. There were families walking alpacas during our visit and we got to stroke them and chat to the owners. Highly recommend this gem for all ages.

My beautiful best friend had her wedding at thus venue and the day was perfect. The setting is gorgeous! She was married in the pagoda next to the lake and even though there were lots of member of the public it felt really private and personal. The wedding barn was decorated perfectly and the alpacas were so cute. They also stayed in the cottage on the grounds which had their very own private pool!

We love this place. The views from the yol are spectacular on a clear day. The climb is relatively easy because there are steps cut into the rock. Great car park and an easy climb. Ice creams and a toilet plus Visitor centre close by too.

Experienced the changing weather conditions on The Moors in our visit, rain, fog, wind and sunshine, but when the sun shone the views were amazing. Saw sheep and cows grazing in the open. The rocks are spectacular and a good part of a Moors hike

Well worth a visit Make sure to take a warm coat as even on a sunny day it can be a bit blustery at the top. Sturdy shoes with good grip on the soles also a good idea. The view from the top makes it worth the climb

Great place to walk. Some may not be able to walk to it as it can be a tad steep for little one or those who struggle to walk. There are horses and cows on the field. It’s not a far walk from the car park which is free parking until 10am. I wouldn’t recommend climbing the rocks unless you’re confident and it’s dry.

Impressive in itself and with stunning views out to the sea. Windy! One of the better gift shops at such sites. Some parking sites require payment, some don't.

Beautiful iconic symbol of Dartmoor giving stunning views of the Moorland and the Devon countryside. Haytor rocks are truly timeless and offer a dramatic backdrop to an excursion on foot or by car. Popular spot for observing the night sky due to the lack of light poloution, especially for photogaphing lunar eclipses and the occasional glimpse of the aurora borealis or noctilucent clouds.

Lovely place, you can climb the rocks and see a spectacular view. Just dont camp up there as your tent might blow away!

Took my granddaughters here last week. They loved being in the butterfly house, especially when the butterflies landed on them and sat on their hands for ages. There are many to see flying in amongst the plants. There are also terrapins and an iguana which is billed as Izzy the green iguana but is bright orange! The otters however were a bit of a disappointment, even at feeding time. The keeper just put the food into the enclosure and it was not easy to see what the otters were doing. The girls got bored with it very quickly and went back to the butterfly house. There is a small cafe outside and you have to show your tickets again to get back in the butterfly house. There are only snacks of pasties or sausage rolls, but they were delicious. Ice creams and beverages also available. There is a larger eatery in the station area. Nice gift shop, lots of things for young ones, but not much for over 10s. Also items for adults. We spent 3 hours there so definitely a place worth visiting for a morning or afternoon but not a whole day.

A fantastic experience for all ages. The butterfly sanctuary is almost unique - there are few places that allow people to walk directly through an open habitat to find what they can. Two warnings - it is significantly more humid than the local area, and it can smell of the ripe/rotting fruit they feed on. The otters are beautiful and clearly well cared for, with platforms for viewing them above ground and in the nests below. I highly recommend arriving for feeding times to receive the guided tour of the different animals and ensure you see them at their most active. The entire experience was delightful and left children with new favourite animals

We booked to be an otter keeper for a few hours. Such a privilege to be up close and feed these beautiful creatures. Would highly recommend this interactive experience of a lifetime. Oh, and the butterfly house was good too.

I was brought an Otter experience for Christmas and it was absolutely brilliant. I don’t want to give too much away; embrace prepping their fish and bird-related feed; learning about the different Otters and then getting very close to a few for an hands on feeding experience. Plus we were introduced to a few other residents too. Still buzzing about it nearly a week on, loved it.

As a family we had an amazing time at the sanctuary, even in the rain. We done the otter experience which we highly recommend and would do again and again. They are adorable! There was a lot more involved in the experience than I thought it would be. Thank you again Lilly, we had an amazing time. The children are already asking to go again.

I am sometimes sceptical of small places but thought I’ll give it a crack. Well worth it. £35 for family of four so not too bad value. Lots of different butterflies and then lots of otters that are so cute. Make sure you stay for feeding and talk by the staff who are all friendly and approachable. Could have sat there all day watching the otters. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in it around the area.

THE most gorgeous family run place. We went for the otter experience where you get to feed them and spend time with them. Highly recommended and like others have said, don’t want to give too much away! Butterfly house was great too. Amazing day 😃

A wonderful place to visit if you like Steam Trains. A pleasant ride and experience. We did not book and there was plenty of seats as there were several carriages. The museum has plenty of exhibits to look at. The shop is big and they have a large cafe. Great selection of tasty treats though note it's card only. Parking was not too bad.

A wonderful heritage steam railway line with a brilliant and well stocked model shop at Buckfastleigh Station. The volunteers and staff were friendly and knowledgeable. They helped people on and off the train with a smile. I enjoyed having a walk around the station, yard and the small museum at Buckfastleigh. The steam train ride to Totnes was a gentle trundle through the countryside pulled by a GWR Pannier tank loco and along the river Dart. A really enjoyable day out, if you're in the area check it out. I loved it but I do love trains!

Lovely day out on this heritage railway with views along the Dart Valley. Interesting exhibits at all 3 stations and a nice cafe and gift shop at Buckfastleigh. All the volunteers had smiles on their faces and clearly enjoyed what they were doing. Not a criticism but a suggestion, there was little or no signage at Buckfastleigh to direct you to the town centre If anyone wanted to go there. However on the Monday we visited, everywhere except one pub was closed.

Avoiding a wet drizzle day, lovely steam train ride with a mini museum history thanks for our day out...... 🚂 Tip: (if you have BR Pass, need to buy at kiosk as you can't purchase online).... Bacon 🥓 and sausage roll and tea was yummy for this wet day

Wife and I enjoyed the ploughman's lunch which was fantastic. The food was excellent and the service friendly and well orchestrated on the 1hr 30 steam train round trip. You can also use your ploughmans lunch tickets on the line all day. A small museum is worth the visit as well as the shop and cafe.

A great experience which put a smile on my face. It's an expensive day out for two people that wish to get off at the two stations available = £25 each. If you want to take a dog this is also extra. I've added the price list to the images. Overall it's a great experience which last about 40 minutes each way. There's cheaper tickets if you want to avoid the beer festival option for ten pounds each way without stop offs. Most staff are volunteers and very polite/passionate. The schedule is more frequent that gwr or the regular train service which should be explored it's the track length that limits the travel.

A lovely trip on along the River Dart on a fabulous steam train. Butterflies and Otters at one end in Buckfastleigh and the Totnes Rare Breeds Farm at the other. Very friendly staff

We went on a day trip for the high wires (for the parents and the children - min age 8) and the canoes (for the children, me and my 80 yr old Mom). Really enjoyed these lovely grounds and the two activities. Great instructors with a really positive attitude.

By far one of the best camping sites I've been on. The facilities are great with plenty of private rooms. The playgrounds, the outdoor water activities and the BMX track are amazing and mostly free. We did bouldering indoors too. It truly is incredible and we will be back again next year!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Best Campsite Ever! We spent the weekend at Riverdart Country Park for Oktoberfest and honestly had the best time! The atmosphere was fantastic – great food made with locally sourced meat (from less than half a mile away!) and a lovely, friendly team who made everyone feel so welcome. The woodland play areas are a real highlight – perfectly maintained, full of adventure, and such a beautiful setting to sit back and watch your children play. Even the grown-ups couldn’t resist the zip lines! The camping pitches are huge, giving you loads of space to relax, and the shower facilities are spotless and well looked after. Everything about the park feels cared for and thoughtfully managed. We’d definitely recommend bringing wetsuits if you plan to get stuck into the Jolly Pirate ship or the jump pools.. Can’t wait to visit again – Riverdart Country Park really is the best campsite we’ve ever stayed at!

What a fantastic place. First time visitors and the first thing that strikes you is friendly and helpful staff. The site is huge and so many different things for our grandchildren to have hours of endless fun. We had what I would say was one of the very best full English breakfasts ever.

A country park geared to slightly older children with plenty of activities on the site. More than enough free activities included in your ticket along with the beach and water area. We went on a very wet day but none the less we got some nice hot pasties and a hot chocolates. Pay some extra and do the high ropes for example. Can’t wait to visit again.

I cannot review accommodation as we didn’t stay here but for a day out with four children aged 10,9, 6 and 3 and parents and grandparents, there was something for everyone. The basic entry ticket provides plenty of entertainment especially if it’s a warm day (unless wetsuits are worn which can be purchased there) and the freshwater swimming pool can be enjoyed. There are fantastic adventure play areas and plenty of space to run around and trees to climb. For addition costs there are other activities (the older children did the high ropes with their parents while grandparents took the younger children on the adventure play area for their age group, all children did bouldering and we rented boats too as it was too cold for us to swim). We had taken a picnic so didn’t try the food in the cafe. A fabulous day out.

We have had a amazing weekend camping trip. The facilities have so much to offer my 11 year old son enjoyed the wild swimming in the river which was a great find and loved. The amusement arcade and we had a great cooked breakfast my son is a fussy eater so lovely to see you had cereal aviliable. The staff go above and beyond and I asked a question about the BBQ and they were so helpful. A great atmosphere. You made our weekend away a one to remember. We can't wait to return. Thank you for making our weekend so special !!

Lovely little walk up the hill to the church. Allow about 40 mins to walk up, look around (You're also able to go into the church) and come back down. Definitely go on a clear day for the fantastic views of rolling green landscapes! You can park in the Brentor carpark just across the road from the church.

Beautiful chapel, open to public the doors are closed but not locked. More than the chapel is the views it’s amazing the view u have from up there

Love walking up Brentor to the church - been going since I was a little boy in the 70s. So wonderful.

Park at the bottom and walk up a fairly steep slope to this little landmark for stunning views

Stunning day, equally stunning view of St Michael's Church on the mount

Looks a difficult climb but follow the track which makes the slope a lot more user friendly.

Lovely old church with smashing views

Absolutely brilliant place to visit! We found Pennywell farm when searching for somewhere to visit en route to our holiday park. Even on a wet Monday we still had a fantastic time. There’s plenty of animals to feed in the dry. Feed was available to purchase at the entrance/shop. The goats will definitely make you giggle. From the incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable staff giving talks, to holding a piglet. Both children aged 2yrs old were fully engaged and made to feel welcomed by staff. There’s also plenty of hand washing stations located around the site. The views from the top of the viewing tower give you a 360 panorama of picturesque Scenery which all compliment its truly beautiful location. We loved it so much we returned on the Friday, on our way home from our holiday. If you have the opportunity to pay Pennywell farm a visit it’s well worth it! Thank you to the team at Pennywell farm for building something truly beautiful for many generations to enjoy and making us feel so welcomed!

We went as a mixed family party of ten, age range from Great Nan at 76 to the youngest just a few months. Pumpkin Day was fantastic, the weather was cold but the rain held off. Cuddles with mice, rabbits, guinea pigs and pigs indoors was extremely well organised and overseen by friendly, helpful staff with complete emphasis on the animals welfare. Same for the pig racing and we were very happy and impressed. Food available was pretty good, but difficult to find something for my 9yr old grandson,as he has very severe allergies to milk, cheese, gluten and even soy and there really wasn't anything he could have. cross contamination couldn't be ruled out. I understand that they can't cater for these problems,but might i suggest that at least a few gluten free with vegan cheese pizzas could be kept in the freezer for people with these sorts of problems?. Then they'd always be able to offer something.It's hard when he has to always take his own food and can't join in with everyone else. That said, they were as helpful as they could be and did have fruit juices he could have. We thoroughly enjoyed our day out together seeing the animals and playing in the play areas, taking photos and making memories. Came away with a few unusual pumpkins and plenty of smiles. Thanks for a lovely day.

Absolutely wonderful experience. We came to visit as a way of celebrating our 9th wedding anniversary. Grounds are well kept and animals well loved. Every member of staff was smiling and it was obvious they enjoyed working there, they had a genuine friendly manner. Mark led the activities all day and he had just the right amount of enthusiasm whilst not being annoying. Our almost 2 year old had a great day, not sure if we would be happy to pay an extra near £20 for him once he turns 2 though, but it was definitely worth the price paid for 2 adults. If you can afford it then make sure you go as it’s a great day out!

We had the best day at PennyWell farm the staff and animal experiences where amazing, Absolutely loved it, it was half term so was busy but well organised the Pig race was great. The only negative thing was the bouncy castles, feel you need someone supervising them during busy periods, lots of older children that shouldn’t be in there bing boisterous and dangerous really I pulled my little one off in the end and I could just see someone getting really hurt. I know the parents should be watching but unfortunately people don’t and a little one is going to get really hurt. Other then that we had the best day all the experiences were great really enjoyed the pumpkin farm and marshmallow roasting nice little extra thing to do. Thank you PennyWell we will be back again

A fun packed day out for Family, Couples or solo! This place has a whole heap of activities dotted throughout the day, a new one every 30 minutes! It has a huge variety of animals and for a small additional fee you can feed the animals. There are also some gorgeous views overlooking the countryside around it and a 'lookout' tower enabling you to get higher and see more. It has a variety of confectionary stands and a cafe offering a selection of cakes and drinks or if you fancy something different a pizza stand in one of the barns. The animals are friendly and they even offer a cuddling experience for some adorable little creatures such as pigs, guinea pigs and rabbits. If you're looking for a fun day out I recommend you don't miss this one!

Amazing event, we took our professional camera, pumpkin patch was a perfect spot for autumnal photoshoot. So many attractions if your kid is 3 years old and plus. Very cute fluffy rabbits, the piggy race was so funny, the sweetest animal cuddles, beautiful horses. Yummy hot-dog with pretzel bun and sauerkraut. You can also get a pasty, sausage roll, nice coffee, brownies etc.

First time going to pennywell farm and pumpkin nights did not disappoint. It was an event enjoyed by all even the eldest said it was one of the best days for her. The event had a very sort of American feel to it which was cool ( and made me think of teen horror but just me) it's not scary for kids. Would of liked to see a maze to help the time go think that would be awesome but amazing time

A short drive over the moor from Tavistock brings you over to the Burrator quarry and further along to the Burrator Reservoir, there are quite a few parking spaces but it looks like it could get quite busy at peak times. We were fortunate it was quiet, an ice cream van sat in a prime spot so we had to have a 99 cone @£3.50 a piece to enjoy whilst wandering and snapping a few pics.

We visited Burrator Reservoir on a free day and walked the trail from Yelverton. The walk goes through grassy fields with sheep and goats, a small village, woodland, and a few little waterfalls. The view from the reservoir is nice, and I had ducks and geese for company, which was lovely. It’s a calm and simple walk—nothing too special, but a decent way to spend some free time.

Absolutely love it here , no matter what time or season ❤️ Peaceful, filled with natural beauty and the squirrels are comical to watch. My favorite go to spot to decompress and relax

Fab place for a walk. We did an OS circular one taking in the Tor as well, which was marvellous. Even got an ice cream en route. Good parking, easy to find.

Lovely area for a walk. We stuck to the tarmac path and did the loop around (about 4miles) Easy walking for all abilities. Lots of wildlife and pretty places. 2 ice cream vans here but they only take cash. Parking is free and you can park near the dam alongside the road but it does get busy during peak season.

Lovely walk and stunning views.

Beautiful walk around Burrator dam in the morning sun. Plenty of birds in song and some on the lake. A few cars and cyclists, but plenty of space to chat with a friend. Free parking at the dam and a few car parks are placed at the opposite end too.

We've got a season ticket which is worth it as we live locally and visit every few weeks. So we can see the garden in all seasons. If you like pretty flowers spring and summer are the best time . Very much a plants man's garden, the labeling is very good. The cafe is well worth a visit, excellent range of cakes, good coffee, pasties, baked potatoes and enormous scones. Free WiFi, good for looking up the plants you've spotted. the phone signal in the garden is poor.

An amazing garden, not like any other garden i have visited. Most of the various areas of the garden are open planting ie not formal beds and are spectacular in appearance. There is a walled garden which is of the more conventional style, and a small arboretum area, but the majority is absolutely magnificent open planting. There are clearly marked paths which are suitable for wheelchair users. Many little seating areas where you can overlook the vistas. It has a small cafe which serves light meals between 11.00 and 2.00 and cakes and drinks from 10.30 to 4.30. Well worth a visit, it is expensive, but worth it to see a different style of garden.

We visited here on a recommendation and were so pleased that we did. Stunning gardens in June; wildflowers and naturalistic planting, beautiful trees, trails, and open spaces. The walled garden was very pretty and it wasn't too busy when we went. I should imagine it constantly changes through the seasons but always remains peaceful and beautiful. There is a nice little cafe offering some welcome shade and refreshments. Good coffee and v nice cake. Highly recommended.

Absolutely phenomenal ly beautiful!! Can't wait to go back. The colours of the hydrangeas were amazing, and the walled garden, well, wow !!

Visited here today. I was the driver of the Newquay Lions Club 🦁 Minibus 🚐, my passengers were the Newquay U3A Group. The Garden House 🏡 was a wonderful venue! A fine dry & sunny 🌞 day. Good café, slightly overwhelmed when suddenly 2 Minibus 🚐 arrived @ once, an instant queue of 30 people 🙄 Leonardo Da Newquay, our Lions Club 🦁 Mascot had a great time, Thank you 😎🦁

Beautiful place to walk and see variety of flowers. Peaceful and feels like paradise 😍.

Absolutely gorgeous charity gardens, lay out is so unusual, with many plants not featured in other gardens and plants for sale too! What more could you want! Maybe food, had a delicious coronation quiche with salad, so tasty. Well worth a visit.

Lydford boasts a large amount of history from an Anglo-Saxon Burh to being occupied by the Normans who built two castles inside it, a ringwork and a motte and bailey. Lydford was one of four Anglo-Saxon burhs in Devon built by Alfred the Great and was first recorded in 997. The burh uses the steep sides of two ravines formed by the River Lyd and a bank and ditch built forming a triangular defensive village. In the reign of Ethelred the Unready Lydford held a royal mint and during Edward the Confessors reign it was the most populous centre in Devon after Exeter. The ringwork is thought to have been built shortly after the invasion in 1066. It is in the S/W corner of the Saxon burh and uses steep ravines to protect it on two sides and a rock cut ditch on the third. It was most likely abandoned in favour of the new castle being built in 1194, it was built as a square stone tower which was used as a prison for detaining royal prisoners. In the 13th century soil was piled against the keep to form a motte and to the Northern side a bailey was added, this was not a unique way of building a motte and bailey castle but was not the common way either, normally the motte would have been built and a keep placed on top of it. It may have been used as a Court of Law and as the administration office for the Royal Forest of Dartmoor, it was used as a prison for several centuries and was used again by the Royalists during the ECW to hold Parliamentary supporters and soldiers.

Remains of a 12th Century castle / jail under the English Heritage watch. Free parking nearby and free entry. Not much to look at but good for a quick stop and a few pics. Grounds are well kept too.

Castle ruins in the town. Free entry. Undergoing some repairs right now. The castle, dating back to the 12th century, was originally a defensive structure overlooking the River Teme.

Pretty little town. Castle easily accessible and free of charge. Parking free opposite The Castle Pub. Rounded the day off nicely after visiting Lydford Gorge.

Really cool and worth a visit if in the area!!

Nice old medieval castle unfortunately it hasn't been well looked after. They have finally started by installing temp fencing around the stairs case & platform. too bad it wasn't soon enough. Worth the visit to see the old castle.

Beautiful castle full of history you can go inside it's free and there's loads of old windows and doorways etc and a stairway just inside the entrance that you can walk up and look down on everything. There is a pub next door and also a very old lovely looking church to the other side which is worth a look around

Lovely place, its a great photo area, I would try and go when the tide is out so you can climb down to the beach. Its a beautiful area. We went as a day trip from Devon, took the tour point ferry, it made the trip quicker. The coastal drive is amazing. Get a dash cam. My friend who was a passenger in the car whipped there phone out so fast to film the drive.

Beautiful spot on the Moors easy to find walking out from Fernworhy Forrest. Two large stone circles and the legend of the Grey Wethers.

Loved this place, very serene yet rugged.

Very cool place to visit. Tucked away out of sight at the base of Sittaford Tor

Wonderful rough area, important historical site

Double stone circle, mostly intact. Loved it here.

Very large and impressive dual stone circles with easy access from Fernworthy Reservoir. Just a short walk to Sittaford Tor, Teighnhead Farm and Quintens Man

We stopped at Buckfast Abbey after collecting our youngest son from a sailing trip in Brixham. We were looking for somewhere interesting (and free!) to enjoy our picnic lunch—and we’re so glad we chose to visit. Parking and entry were both free, though donations are welcomed. The grounds are beautifully maintained, with immaculate lawns, colourful gardens, and plenty of benches and picnic tables. There are lots of clear and informative signs explaining the features of the gardens and the history of the buildings. The Abbey itself is stunning, with impressive architecture and a peaceful atmosphere. The vibrant stained glass window was a real highlight. We ended our visit in the gift shop, which had a great selection of items to browse and buy. Well worth a visit—we’re really glad we made the decision to stop here!

It's amazing experience. Worth visiting any time of the year. I agree with what all other visitors have experienced. Polite staff and class above other Abbeys. Congratulations to all involved to create such an amazing gf experience for us.

Lovely place to visit, very interesting. Stained glass is something to behold. Gift shop is great bought some fudge and chocolate that father Francis had made. Highly recommend the cheesecake in the restaurant.

Beautiful Abbey and grounds, accommodation really lovely. Unfortunately on Sunday 9th Nov, seeking communion in remembrance of our Lord and Saviour. We were REFUSED communion because we were not catholics. I am a born again Christian and attend church every Sunday , I felt VERY disappointed. Not being advised of this before requesting communion.

Buckfast Abbey, on the fringes of the Dartmoor National Park is one of these rarest of visitor attractions with both free parking and free to visit (although donations are welcome!). The story behind the rebuild of the abbey is fascinating with it's pristine condition due to it's relatively young age Vs other more recognised abbeys. There's a large and well stocked restaurant and a good sized shop selling everything from locally made beer and wine to various religious artifacts, plus some pleasant but small gardens. We really enjoyed our time here, particularly the "Do walk on the grass signs"....a nice departure from the norm.

A beautiful Abbey in a peaceful location (although I did visit at 6pm). The architecture is wonderful, and there are some small gardens near the Abbey, tucked away behind hedging, making them feel like cosy pockets. The Millennium garden is interesting, with a beautiful stag sculpture. Plenty of eateries around, toilets and a gift shop.

Visited for the first time in July 25. We arrived late in the day and purely by chance. When we entered the gift shop had just closed but we were late. The Abbey and grounds were still open and it was free so rhat was a bonus. We visited the Abbey and had a walk inside. A stunning architectural building. There were worshippers within the building so we were sensitive to this regarding photography and our noise level. There wer 2 ushers outside and they were happy for us to walk in and invited us to join the service too. We visited the beautiful gardens with the arrays of flowers, plants and herbs. We will need to revisit when the gift shop and restaurant are open.

Really enjoyed this pub built in 1415. The scenery is lovely and the food was delicious, I had a pizza. Tim, our waiter was fantastic and couldn't have done more. Big selection of drinks, my pint was nice. Pub also has a shop for essentials which was a refreshing change. Useful for the locals. It's dog friendly, massive beer garden which was empty due to not great weather. Dropped 1 star for not having a dedicated smoking area which I would have used to stay away from non smokers. Had a memorable time here and would definitely go back.

Every now and again we pop to Widecombe as we live too far away. It's a beautiful picturesque village in the heart of Dartmoor and at the centre, is the wonderful Old Inn. Food and service are both excellent and having walked through the restaurant this Sunday, I now realise I have to go back and try the carvery. Well worth a visit.

The Old Inn, located in a beautiful village, was a welcome escape. Despite a busy lunch sitting the service was friendly and efficient. As a vegan, I was surprised by the range of options. My vegan pie of the day was delicious, and it was a hard choice with so many other tempting options on the menu. Everyone else in my group opted for the ploughman's, which arrived looking like a proper banquet – generous and impressive. The portion sizes here are excellent value for money. The Old Inn delivered a very satisfying experience; good food, good service, and a lovely setting (the beer garden’s massive too). Definitely a place I’d happily return to.

The Old Inn is a welcoming environment, with AMAZING food! Wait time was good. Highly recommend the cheese and onion Cornish Pasty with triple cooked chips and salad. Absolutely lovely. The man who runs the pub is lovely and knows his stuff. It's nice to see. Dogs are welcome on a lead, they provide doggy treats! Have to love the Aero Pie as well... sounds interesting, but totally worth the try! Special hot chocolate was DIVINE! Sticky Toffee Pudding with Custard was gorgeous. Overall a lovely place indeed.

Fabulous pub, so friendly and the landlord is so passionate about this gem. The work put into the Old Inn since opening 12 months ago is unbelievable. Beautiful location for walking and having lunch. The pub holds a number of events and live music, we were lucky to catch a performance from a local Devon songwriter musician Steve Jenner. What a treat!

Had a very nice lunch here on Bank Holiday Monday. The atmosphere was cosy country pub, just what we were after. Front of house were extremely welcoming and couldnt fault the service. Was great to see how busy it was. We arrived at a good time. If wanting to ensure a table you need to book. Highly recommend the pub and the rack of ribs. Beautifully cooked and fell off the bone. Live music in the garden and folk dancing. The most gorgeous beer garden with outdoor food cabin and bar. Blankets on offer for a chilly afternoon and the Ducks and Chickens were great. Roaming round the garden and clucking made a great atmosphere in the afternoon. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Set in a beautiful village this 14th century pub is a must visit. A wide selection of drink on offer as well as hot food served everyday. Men's Women's and Unisex toilets available. Polite and friendly staff .. the pub had a very relaxed atmosphere. I had the pizza , it was very nice

This National Trust location is lovely and quiet. Car parking is free and it's a short downhill walk to the Abbey. There is disability parking closer to the entrance and toilets at the entrance too. I had no idea Sir Francis Drake had owned this place so it was a really interesting place to see. For those interested in art, there is a genuine self portrait of Rembrandt which will sadly be exhibited elsewhere for a while, luckily we saw this on its last day at Buckland. The story of the Rembrandt is interesting as it was sold to the National Trust from a local family wanting to pay off taxes and the family chose the from their own collection their most dislikes pictures, the Rembrandt being one of them. The family had been completely unaware of the significance of this picture as apparently the husband of the family had bought it without acknowledging it's value to his wife. Many years later the National Trust decided to have the picture checked for authenticity, when clarification eventually arrived it became apparent that this was a genuine self portrait from Rembrandt himself. As I said the staff at this location are very knowledgeable. There are fabulous grounds to walk around and a walled garden which is full of great produce. As with all National Trust locations there is a cafe serving all the regular food and drinks and the staff throughout the site are very knowledgeable and polite. Always a worthwhile visit 👍🏻

Buckland Abbey – History, Nature and Peaceful Surroundings Buckland Abbey is a wonderful place to visit, rich in history and beautifully maintained by the National Trust. Originally a Cistercian monastery and later the home of Sir Francis Drake, the historic value of the Abbey is fascinating and very well presented inside with excellent displays and artefacts. The gardens are peaceful and well kept, and the surrounding countryside is stunning. There is also a fantastic walking trail of about 3 km, perfect for enjoying nature and the calm atmosphere. There is an entrance fee for non–National Trust members, but members can enter for free. Parking is free, and vehicle access to the site is easy without any difficulty. A perfect blend of history, nature, and relaxation – highly recommended.

A lovely place to visit on a sunny day! Friendly staff everywhere and nice facilities. We had a savoury tea before heading off on the red route for a walk. The blue route is currently closed due to storm damage. It’s just so peaceful and relaxing here and not too far out of Plymouth.

What a wonderful place to visit, it is part of the National trust. It is steeped in History with beautiful gardens to compliment the Abbey and its surrounding buildings. There is disabled access in some areas. On site cafe and toilets within. Disable toilets also. Dogs are welcome but not inside the buildings. Service dogs are aloud inside,but always ask any of the super volunteers who can give you more information.

It was truly wonderful to experience such knowledgeable historical guides. The information they shared was incredibly enriching and painted a vivid picture of the past. The entire experience was made even more stunning by the breathtaking views. I extend my gratitude for such a well-crafted presentation of history. Overall, it was a fantastic day!

Interesting and well stewarded N.T. Attractive buildings and immediate formal gardens, plus extensive estate walks. Link to Sir Francis Drake makes it more special. Good teas. Several interesting popup shops.

Fascinating place to visit for history from Cistercian monks to Francis Drake. Inside it's part house and part museum exhibition some of which is interactive so the kids should enjoy it too. Outside there's a small formal rose garden and a kitchen garden, a pond and woodland walks. There's a cafe , toilets and a few craft shops but shops open at restricted times.

We visited during the half term school holidays. We arrived at around 11:30am and was on site for around 3 1/2 hours. On arrival you can pay at the gate or can pre book online. Children under 4 go free. There is a short walk to the main entrance where you are welcomed by a picknick area which has a small cafe and girt shop. There is a selection of ice-cream, ice lollies, drinks, chips. There is small selection of animals you can feed such as goats and meerkat. Please be aware that you need to book and pay extra for the meet the keeper meerkat feeding experience. There is also a small building that has snake's, stick insects, cockroaches and a tarantula. There are 3 different trials to walk. The blue one is quick and easy to navigate through the woodlands. However, the red and purple trails are quite steep with different types of terrain. This is not suitable for any type of pushchair or wheelchairs. The ground can be wet and muddy, so decent footwear is advised. If you want to walk all three trails, you will need between 2-3 hours depending on your speed and skill. You can borrow a baby carrier if you require which is free of charge. The cafe and bench area did become quite busy at around 1pm. Overall, the visit was quite nice with very nice views of the water fall and stream that runs down.

Nice trial with animals in beginning. Nice for kids. You 3 options of trial.10mins, 30mins or 45mins. Anyone can go don't need extra shoes. In entrance you need to pay per adult 13.50 including car park.

Absolute little gem this one. They have 3 routes to walk around. Blue which is rather easy and for the kids. Then red and purple which show you the water falls. You need good grippy shoes on. We did all routes. And the people route is the hardest but you get some awesome views. Be prepared to have to scramble up some rocky surfaces so you need a bit of fitness for this. You are at times climbing up steep rocky areas but it is so much fun. Red Route a little easier but still some climbs to do. Then you have a great cafe and also animals to look around. Really really fun.

One of the most amazing places to go in England, it is totally untouched beauty. Different trails to follow, nice coffee shop, easy to park. You can easily spend a day in there. I went middle of August and the weather was lovely.

An absolute beauty! I can strongly recommend it! We walked the basic route first,but our 12yr old daughter and myself were itching to climb some rocks and the waterfall, so took part of the red route too. Was so worth it. I do recommend outdoor trainers though! (I didn't have one as was last minute idea). Nice animals (meercats, macaw, goats, bunnies, chickens, skunk, owl) to see too and kids can feed them (need to purchase voucher). Food, ice cream, drinks in the caffee. The weather was a mix, but plenty of shades too on a sunny day if required. The woodland and the rocks are so tranquil and gives so much joy to young ones and older ones. If you are a bit more fragile, there is a route for that too. It's a must place to visit. 🤗

Visited not realising it was a pay for attraction, for the walk only I wouldn’t say its worth the entry fee but if you are a family the small zoo, shop and cafe and other activities probably make it worth the entry fee. The walk is good and the falls are interesting. The purple route is tough so take their advice and only do if fit and mobile.

A great outdoor activity with splendid walk among humongous rocks and a cute little animal encounter with goats, rabbits, skunks( all safe)) , a giant blue macaw. There is a place to park as well as have something to eat.

This is a nice place plenty to see in the market good food outlets around Dukes outdoor cafe is good place also you have to pay for your food before you get it as there are alot of tables to look after but is really nice here to get to car park ask sat nav for cannal road Tavistock it is a pay by phone app £5.20 for all day the roads to get here are OK

Lovely selection of local, artisan and other produce. Probably something for everyone. Liverpool beat the town centre, and the couch. We were serenaded by the bells. Close vicinity to lots of other shops and eateries. Very friendly.

Really enjoyed rooting through local (ish) produce and crafts on a rainy Saturday pm. If you think this town was originally an Anglo Saxon market town, nice to know it's still community focused. Tavistock more broadly punches above it's weight for a small town: great cafes, book shops and small artisan retailers. Also, great drives across the moor to get to it from any direction!

Beautiful town, seemingly in the middle of nowhere. Birthplace of Sir Francis Drake. Thriving community.

Traditional Market. Good selection of stalls.

The Pannier Market in Tavistock is a true gem—full of charm, history, and friendly faces. Housed in a beautiful Victorian building, it offers a wonderful mix of stalls selling everything from local produce and artisan foods to unique crafts, antiques, and gifts. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with a lovely sense of community. It’s the perfect place to browse, chat with stallholders, and pick up something special while enjoying the character of this historic market town.

Enjoyed looking around the market, local crafts and plant stalls aplenty. Definitely worth a visit and the town centre was very nice with some great shops and cafes. You can make a day of it.

Very disappointing to see that the dam was not flowing over the top. Absolutely chucking it down with rain all morning, but no water flowing over the dam. There is a charge for parking, which seems INSANE as there is nothing else here. There are no paths around the surrounding woodland, very few sign posts, and no obvious ways to get to the stone circles or stone avenue. Rather disappointing, specially considering the car park charges. Horrendous roads on the way in and out.

Lovely walk, spectacular in the sunshine. Added bonus that the toilets were open when visiting.

Amazing walk around the reservoir! We saw swallows flying around the water, the dam looks like some huge Mayan monument and there's a little stone circle just a short walk away. Well worth a visit! Car park is a Ringo but signal isn't great there if you're on Vodafone. There are free toilets which were out of hand sanitiser when I went.

Public toilet available in pay and display car park. Refreshment van onsite. Beautiful remote location. Expect to get 'Hedge rash' on your vehicle!

A beautiful and scenic spot with lovely walks around the lake. Went for a walk early November and it was picturesque. The stone circle is quite mystic. There is a beautiful waterfall some Dartmoor ponies. Will definitely go back for another walk. There is a cute little coffee truck in the parking lot for a light snack after the walk. Plenty of mushrooms for foragers.

Oh what a gem of a place to find! We went in a frosty cold day but the sun was out and it was so picturesque. We went with the whole family. Grandparents, parents and children and everyone enjoyed it. The walk round the reservoir was really lovely, so beautiful. There were also quite a few spots as you walk around that are perfect for picnics on a warmer summers day. We'll definitely go back in the summer time.

A hidden gem - Lovely scenery, beautiful views and a range of wildlife, including Dartmoor ponies - a great place to go for a walk with the family including the dog. Don’t be put off by the road to the reservoir as it’s worth the effort of getting there. The icing on the cake is the ‘Moorish Moments’ food trailer which serves a great selection of delicious home made, (actually made on site!), savoury and sweet snacks, as well as hot drinks. This was the second time we visited and I’m sure it won’t be the last!

Beautiful place to visit with breathtaking views. The reviews about the peace and quiet is spot on!! The trail to the Quarry is very accessible and suitable for a buggy but to get near the quarry and to the water you do need to climb and clamber a lot. There were a lot of cattle, sheep and ponies along the way. Sadly the leeches were out in force so I restrained from a dip- as tempting as it looked. The dog went in though!

Hiking, dog walking, walking, runing. Great views. This is hours out side. It's a long walk there. 1 -2 hour+ We where there 5 hours. I dressing for summer, in the end of September. Got to wrong! I was freezing on the walk back to the car. 1 hour walk. Dressing correctly, it's very important. The weather can change, summer and sunny weather is fine. Stick to the paths, do not get lost!!. Winter and in the dark is not advied!! Google maps are amazing!!

The views at this spot in Dartmoor are absolutely incredible – an endless, stunning landscape. The quarry is fascinating, with its rock formations and beautiful pond. It's an easy and pleasant trek, perfect for everyone. The peace and quiet, along with the gentle breeze, make it a truly relaxing experience.

Fantastic place with amazing views. If you walk here, you will see plenty along the way, and if you are an avid hiker you can make your way to some nearby Tors and include the quarry within the walk. Inside it is very echoey and just stunning to see how the lake looks up close. Highly recommend staying for a break and really taking it in, we loved it here.

Easy and enjoyable track with a spectacular quarry to reward you at the end of the trail. Lots of cows, horses and sheep to greet you on the way. The trails loop all around the quarry and down to the water allowing you to properly explore the area. Note: like with many places in Dartmoor, Google maps give you the wrong starting point for the trail. The parking is about a mile from where the maps suggest you can drive up to.

A stunning man-made natural spot. There are great views from the top of the quarry which is inviting to wild swimming. The water ain't as cold as it looks like in summer.

Marvellous man made creation which has been taken over by nature. The beautiful cliff is best to relax and one can also have a swim.

Really beautiful part of Dartmoor, excellent views and places for swimming too in the river (take swim shoes if you do go in the water). Ideal for a picnic or a half-day out.

This picnic area is beautiful. We struggled to find it at first as our phones had no signal and no 4g so we couldnt use google maps. We soon realised you have to walk under New Bridge and along the path or walk north along the road from New Bridge carpark and take the next right and follow the path down. Once we found Spitchwick, it's an open grass area along the river bank. One side of the river is deep and people were jumping in off the rocks and the other side is shallow. The children were happy catching small fish in their little nets all day in the shallows. We took our paddleboards and went up and down the river where it was calm. The carpark was £3 (CASH ONLY) all day.

Another visit to this gem of a place on Dartmoor. Worth the walk from Newbridge car park along the river. Some steep paths and trip hazards but go steady. Take a picnic and have a wild swim in the cool River Dart waters.

Amazing River! Deep enough to jump off rocks and is dog friendly! Fun for all the family, you will have to walk a little to find a safe spot for the little ones to get into the water because it’s a little rocky however once you have your spot you will not move for hours! Make sure to take river shoes to make your life easier!

Short walk along the riverside from the carpark is a beautiful stretch of river which is accessible and deep enough to swim in. Grassy area is convenient for a picnic too. Loved this place

Lovely place for a walk... When it isn't in the middle of summer. In summer it's just too busy, and they've blocked all parking apart from a pay and display area. There's no denying it's a beautiful area to go and see though.

Can get very busy on a hot weekend day. Car park at Newbridge get full very quickly. Best to arrive early mot in or late afternoon. The water is very refreshing and a real treat. Plenty of more quiet areas further up the river.

The Dart runs from Dartmoor to the English Channel. The accompanying photos are from the banks of the river at Buckfast Abbey which is supporting the local ecology through various initiatives including a salmon steps to assist salmon to reach their up river spawning ground.

Lovely river to walk or paddle if you like kayaking. Love the dart and walking around it on the amazing walkes that are esaly accessible and there are amazing vews.

A beautiful area to go for a gentle stroll to admire all the vessels in that crystal clear still waters, maybe a boat ride or just sit down with something to eat or drink & watch the world go by.

We had such a great weekend with family here would definitely recommend a visit

Absolutely beautiful area of the world . Amazing picturesque views . Locals very friendly.

Excellent boat trip from Torquay Harbour to Dartmouth an back - great value for money too!

Beautiful river dart with so much historical meaning.

What a wonderful gem of a museum. Highly recommended! We were welcomed by warm and friendly staff who gave us a quick rundown of what was on offer. We then proceeded upstairs and were amazed at how many historical items, artifacts, and items of interest had been packed into the space. There was a room on Tavistock in wartime and how it had welcomed refugees. The displays were wonderful and intimate. You got a real glimpse of how life was during that time. The next two rooms focused on the history of Tavistock, the establishment of the Abbey, the boom brought on by mining and lots more. There was a fascinating display on the railroads and the two railway stations that Tavistock used to have. As a former History teacher I was impressed! I will definitely need to make another visit. Highly recommend a visit.

A delightful little museum with very friendly and welcoming staff/volunteers. The exhibits give a great insight into the area and it’s rich history. Well worth a look as us the rest of Tavistock, just lovely.

The lovely staff welcomed us despite it being nearly closing time (we had wandered around the court just before).

Wonderful little museum and court room to explore. Lots for children to do.

Excellent welcome and help available. Very clear and tidy displays. Really well coordinated with other historical attractions in the neighborhood, especially Morwhellam Quay.

Amazing collection of artifacts and history in such a small place. Well worth a visit !

A very interesting little museum. The two ladies sitting at the front desk were welcoming, even though it was not that long before closing time. The small but lovely display of garments & info on local women writers was engaging, but there was rather a lot of accompanying text to absorb. I was fascinated by the elaborate lectern in the next room, with just enough succinct information to bring its place in local history to life. This amount of explanation suited us much better! No time for the next room, but we would like to return to see the range of other artefacts on display to add to our understanding of Tavistock's history. It would be good to see some interactive activities to engage younger generations. Not sure if there is a souvenir/ gift area or shop - we may have missed it during such a speedy visit & would have had a look. We'll be back!

30 min walk from Merrivale car park, open moorland that's not too challenging, great starting place if your looking to do the three Tor circuit.

Beautiful short easy walk all the way from car park to little staple tor then great staple tor and beyond.

Nothing here but great views of dartmoor and total piece and quiet.

I love this Tor and have visited it many times. Close to Pork Hill carpark. In close proximity to numerous other Tors all with stunning wow factor views. Superb to sit (weather permitting) and have a quiet lunch and take in the scenery.

A majestic Tor, particularly interesting with thunder rumbling all around, hastening our visit to The Dartmoor Inn at Merivale!

Easy walk from parking spot , good views

Mystic place where you can feel sting grounded energy, highly recommend to meditate and do yoga IG @srfranchos03 Namaste

Best views looking back over the Reservoir, you can even see all the way to the ocean on a clear day.

Beautiful views although was quite hard to get up and back at this time of year(August 19’) (no clear path).

Stunning scenery and very peaceful. Time out to recharge and reflect.

Stunning views from this Tor towards Burrator reservoir and across Dartmoor

A must visit when on Dartmoor. It's exposed rocky ridge and views over Burrator reservoir, down to the coast and looking North to Hessary Tor make it an iconic and beautiful spot to visit. All year round, especially in Autumn.

Its a good Tor on dartmoor with nice views

Amazing views over burrator reservoir.

An absolute must-do! Really enjoyed the distilling tour and tasting experience, Kirsty was an excellent guide and kept us entertained and engaged throughout. I will never view or taste gin in the same way, very enjoyable and excellent value for money. Highly recommend!

Another distillery visited. I got my pin badge and a navy strength bottle of gin to go in my bar. Thank you very much. Some great details on the building. Lots of history. Amazingly strong cocktails. Hubby loved the whisky he had in the bar, he wishes he'd of taken the name. If we ever visit Plymough again, we will definitely drop in.

I went on an upgraded masters tour with five friends and family yesterday and it was just exceptional. It's such a fun experience. Our guide Karly was so knowledgeable and engaging. We had a wonderful tour, learnt about the history of gin, had a gin tasting, made our own gin with an amazing array of botanicals to choose from and had two cocktails in the beautiful upstairs bar, which is also steeped in history. A magical day I would highly recommend. What a treat!

I’d give this a miss. I’ve done a fair few distillery tours and this was by far the worst one I’ve ever been too. It’s relatively informative but the tour guide we had was rough. She basically yelled at us the entire time like she was leading an outdoor river cruise with no microphone. There were “jokes” in the script and it felt almost like she was trained to do a high energy tour, but has been imprisoned here for decades and it has drained all life and energy out of her. So now, she regurgitates the words but emotionless. Like an animatronic animal from an 80s theme park. The tour finished in about 40 minutes. The bar is fit out beautifully and the bartender was lovely. The gift shop was underwhelming and was manned by two ladies in the middle of a d&m and were all consumed. I get that these tours are feeders to buy more stuff (booze, bric-à-brac, etc) but whoever is in charge needs to revamp this entire process.

We had some time in Plymouth, so wanted to do the Distillery Tour, which was really good, an hour with the very entertaining Kirsty, talking us thru the history of Plymouth Gin and the Distillery, very educational learning about the botanicals, then finished off with a refreshing G&T in the bar, well worth the £15

We went on the Upgraded Gin Tour, explaining the history of the building, the distillery and gin in general. Our guid was Karly, who was knowledgeable and enthusiastic throughout. We saw aspects and elements of the process and got to try making our own micro batches of gin, using some of their fantastic supply of botanical. On top of the different samples we tried on the tour there were drinks at the Refectory Bar afterwards. A brilliant day from start to finish!

Myself and my partner went for one of the distillery tours ran by Kirsty and we thoroughly enjoyed it. We both live in Plymouth and this was our first time on one of the tours. Kirsty was very informative and we feel like we have learnt about gin and the distilling process. The free drinks at the end were also a winner.

Such a lovely place to visit. The museum is very interesting and the kids there clearly loved the exhibits. We saw some glass blowing demonstrations and visited the cafe. There's a large play area for the kids to enjoy and the gift shop is HUGE! A great "free" attraction where you can entertain the kids and only spend what you can afford. Highly recommend

Lovely place to visit - a few free museums (with buttons to press to make marbles run) and live glass blowing demos going on to watch. Cafe was really nice with indoor, outdoor and conservatory seating. We had cream tea which was superb. Only complaint is that the tables are a little small. Very busy so advisable to book especially if you're a big group. Gift shop is full of gorgeous stuff but pricey. All in all a great putstop on the way home from Devon.

An amazing experience full of interesting information, fascinating marble runs and a very large gift shop (parents beware! 😆) there's also a nice outdoor play area and coffee shop too. Well worth the visit, especially on a rainy day during the hols (it does get very busy though!)

Lovely place to visit, especially on a wet day, fun, history and also get to see them glass blowing in the back room too, big shop, fabulous glass artworks Free

We were surprised how good this place was. Visited on a whim as on the map on the way home. The shop had some great childhood memories to purchase and the marble runs where great fun to start and watch. Was surprised that the shop kept going and going. Watching items being made as well was very interesting. Staff very polite and helpful.Highly recommend.

All the times I have been to Devon and I never knew this place was here. Absolutely wonderful place. The shop has literally everything in it. I struggled to get my child out. Loved watching the glass blowing and my little on was extremely excited to go in the play park. He also got his first little bag of marbles which he is very excited to play with. Definitely worth a visit.

Quite a nice place to visit to checkout the marbles, pottery and glass blowing areas of the museum with interesting items on show and to watch with a fair sized area with things to buy (lots of Marbles 😁) over two floors, also a cafe, I enjoyed it and had a little spend (I now have a spare bag of marbles for when I loose mine lol).

We attended a free event over the summer holidays. It was a hands on craft event aimed at children from 5+ The lady running the course was patient, kind and inclusive. All materials were provided including refreshments and biscuits. We will definitely keep our eyes open for future events and classes.

A beautiful setting on the edge of a river. This building has thick stone white washed walls. Exhibiting many artists working in different mediums. The shop has a range of crafts books and prints. Upstairs there was a pop up cafe. A short bus ride on the no.39 from Newton Abbot. House of marbles is nearby and also worth the visit. They have workshops running for children too

Fun to browse, but realistically don't think I would be purchasing very much. There are one or two items that appeal to me but are way over my budget but there is an awful lot I find difficult to see the reasoning behind or how the could command the price tag. I do however appreciate that we have our own personal tastes in art and crafts. ..... The Terrace Coffee Shop is nevertheless a lovely welcoming place with a very nice menu .... I had given you 4* until an extremely ignorant member of staff almost knocked my husband off his feet in her need to rush past. Totally ignoring the fact, and then did the same to me on her way back

Interesting display of bells, grandchildren loved it as we were able to touch them. Nice cafe as well.

Beautiful exhibition, excellent cafe. Friendly and helpful staff. Will visit again

£4.50 for my cream tea was good value and generous as well as tasty. We had a substandard cookie that we took back because it was not pleasant which was replaced without quibble. Great atmosphere and lovely roof terrace if the weather is fine. Prompt service and friendly staff.

Lovely arts gallery right in the old River Mill next to the park in Bovey Tracey. All sorts of unique pieces mixed with some more traditional crafted arts. Lots of pricey gifts, jewelry, accessories, and art items, but a mix of some more affordable pieces as well.