The 42 best garden spots in Devon

We had a great day at the garden. Really friendly staff and so helpful. So much to look at and fortunately for us it was a beautiful day. Will definitely visit again one day. It's a huge place! Standout places were the wood and the large pond area.

Marvelous garden. Huge with a wide variety of plants, flowering and fruits. Plenty of places to have a nice day out. Definitely plan for a long visit. We visited on the vintage weekend with festivities (1950s themed) and a show of vintage cars and motorcycles. Special mention of the rose gardens.

This RHS gardens area is large and has long walks on offer around the various garden areas. There is even accommodation available on site for RHS members, no idea how much the self catering cottages cost. We enjoyed our few hours wondering around the very peacefully quiet gardens.

We were staying on holiday in Devon. Previous guests had remarked how wonderful Rosemoor was. We visited on a dog-friendly day and upon arrival, our dog Willow was treated with dog treats and the treats of Rosemoor just kept going. From the spectacular formal gardens to the lovely woodland walks and the benches to take a rest and soak in the views. The cafe and the other places to get drinks and food were ideally placed and reasonably priced. We had a lovely time here. It was a good job we were limited in boot space with our car or the onsite garden centre would have gotten even more business. It was the highlight of a great week.

Went to Rosemoor many years ago when it had just opened, so very pristine and it felt quite clinical as it was so new. Now, what a difference!!! So much to see and the Rose gardens were stunning! A large restaurant and a smaller cafe plus a shepherd’s hut in the garden itself provide plenty of choices although more things suitable for diabetics would be good. The vegetable garden was interesting with medlar trees growing which you don’t see very often. You need a full day to see it all.

This has to be the jewel in the RHS's crown of gardens. Always beautifully presented with it's varying garden "rooms", plenty of seating to take in the differing areas, quiet woodland walk and great lawn vistas. Nearly all the planting is marked up for your information. This has to be worth a 4.5 hour drive rather than than the overrated local Wisley🤬 A place to sit and relax, take in nature and de-stress. Catering is fair to middling, not keen on coffee from take away mugs - all cardboard, no coffee taste☹️ but sandwiches with more filling than bread👍Full marks to all concerned, friendly, informative staff always ready to chat and impart their gardening knowledge. Always pop in whenever we're down this way, it's just a magical place.

My girlfriend and I visited here in April to see the cherry blossoms and had a lovely picnic here. The park itself is very big and lots of different gardens. Very informative and interesting. We spent a lovely time here.

This is one of Devon's best-kept secrets. It is not a National Trust property, so it doesn't benefit from their exposure and marketing. It is truly a spectacular experience. If you want to appreciate all its wonderful trees, plants, different garden styles, and plant 🪴 houses, you could easily spend a few days here. This is a botanist's paradise with some of the rarest trees and plants from all across the globe. This garden is in the top 60 for species diversity and density worldwide. There are over 1500 different tree species alone, with many among the largest in the country. Among the many attractions are a miniature railway that will take you around the estate, a museum of horticultural artefacts, and a picturesque lake. If you are visiting the West Country, this is the one attraction you must visit. There's a cafe for refreshments but only a limited selection. If you are coming for a whole day ( recommended ), I would advise having a hearty breakfast beforehand.

This is a beautiful garden set in a landscaped area and dates back over 200 years. There is a charge to enter but you can easily spend a full day here exploring the different gardens and features. There is a narrow gauge train that takes you through the park and gardens with an additional charge but worth the cost. For younger members of the family, there is a soft play area which if you come with young children they provide a free pass and here you will also find refreshments. In the park you will find a Country museum which has some very interesting exhibits and audio visual displays. There is a good value cafe area with a wide selection of hot food and the obligatory Devon cream tea should you wish.

A beautifully maintained garden and grounds. So much interest especially the museum. Cafe serves a wide range of food and beverages at reasonable prices. Lots of activity areas for children. The miniature railway is well worth a ride for adults and children alike. Some lovely walks which are well signposted. Overall a really great place to visit.

We used to visit here when my children were young and it was great for them to return as adults. Expensive entry fee, but worth it if you can spend most of the day here. Beautiful gardens, arboretum and glasshouses. Shame the trees around the car park have been filled. Good food in the cafe but limited choice. Friendly and helpful staff. Absolutely wonderful collection of trees from around the world including some many national champions, veteran oaks, beeches, chestnut and others.

9 Oct - brilliant sunshine- fantastic staff - pleased to greet "recycled Teenagers" Why would'nt you buy an annual entrance ticket. The Italian gardens in splendid colours and manicured lawns, dahlia beds a picture. Yes, the Autumn sunshine enhanced the colours of trees, most notably, encouraged all visitors to be cheerful and friendly. Look forward to next visit.

Large beautiful garden's and woodlands,grow rare and endangered tree's and plants various hot houses ,kids play area's disabled friendly and parking,good cafe plenty of choices eat in or out, good paths,well worth the money.

£60 for a family of 4. Then you need to pay for the train on top and then the play barn on top of that. Value for money isn’t great. Gardens themselves were nice as you would expect. Sandwich was hideous. One mouthful and binned (coronation chicken - dry bread, tasteless sauce and dry tough chicken). Don’t waste £5.45!!!! on a sandwich. Rest of the food took nearly an hour to arrive (panini’s) but was ok. Safe to say we won’t be back again. If you do plan on coming bring your own food but note that benches are a bit limited and you can’t sit on the grass.

I felt disappointed by my recent visit to Dartington Hall Gardens. The price was too high for the lack of activities (£7). We went with 2 children and the map (eventually…)took us to low ropes - one of which looked broken and were very far away from everything and felt neglected. Even more so was the ‘play park’. We cajoled two small children to walk there and it was awful. Overflowing bins and one very small zip line. The restaurant, like the parking, was totally overpriced. The smallest ice cream was £4. Parking was about £6 for 4 hours. Even the service was disappointing- when we set off on the *children’s* path, we had to walk past the receptionist sat smoking there- why on earth would you choose that place to smoke?? This place feels like it doesn’t want children or families to visit.

Stayed at Dartington Hall so had the pleasure of walking through the gardens each day. They are well maintained. I particularly liked the Mediterranean Garden. There are guided tours. I joined the tour on my last day and it was approximately 90 mins and included some of the history of the hall as well as the gardens. This tour was free as we were residents.

Well worth a visit if only to see the wonderful Henry Moore sculpture. Lovely to walk around the estate with many glorious and very old trees. Plenty of watering holes to enjoy too. Only problem was the state of the car park which is badly potholed. However recommended!

A beautiful place. The bar is fabulous and the food is very good. We sat outside with a lovely view.

The gardens are lovely, a place for a peaceful walk, a place where you can forget some of your troubles (or at least shelve them until later). The woman in the visitor centre was friendly and helpful, the map quite nice. We also took a nice walk in the Deer Park (free entry to that), and even managed to see some deer at a distance.

Entry is £7, and there are some free tours offered on some days with entry. The gardens are a mix of more manicured (closer to the house) and more wild - and if you keep walking uphill, you get beautiful views out onto golden fields.

Lovely quiet grounds. We stayed here overnight so get to enjoy the peace and quiet of the surroundings. Would like to visit again in summer.

A charming little woodland garden. The natural planting arrangement of the alder and birch trees creates a relaxing atmosphere, however there are still reasonable paths to navigate the garden. There are more open grassy areas in places which would be good to bring a picnic.

Nice walk along the woods, we cycled to here Easily accessible by car. But the place is small can be walked within 15 minutes.

What a beautiful and tranquil place. Having read that this garden would be open for the National garden scheme on the day my friend was coming to visit. I decided to drive up from Buckfastleigh. It was an unseasonally hot day for October, and so we were able to enjoy what seemed like a sunny summer afternoon strolling around enjoying the sculptures and the low autumn sun glinting through the birch trees. We also sat out in the tea garden for a refreshing glass of apple juice, whilst watching a friendly robin searching for crumbs around the tables. We walked up to sit on a bench and took in the stunning views of dartmoor. Highly recommend a visit. Disabled parking with good accessibility, and an electric charging point, were noted as we arrived.

Lovely forest walk seeing trees. ,plants and flowers. Walk to the top to see stunning views of Dartmoor and finish with a delightful cream tea which was excellent. Take care with lanes as very narrow and few passing places

Great hidden gem! Middle of nowhere. Got a basic cafe with cream tea and soup. Very nice. Great sculptures. The trail in on from July. Will visit again for the art work. Very cheap. £ 18 for a family of four or £7 each. Under 18s get in for FREE.

Absolutely stunning place to visit. Definitely a must if you are nearby. Great for people who love a quiet place to go, very peaceful and tranquil. Plenty of different types if trees and plants which are beautiful. And also great for children for all of the sculptures around for them to look at. A place where you definitely need a camera, so many things to take pictures of. Great in winter and cant wait to come again in the summer

Amazing staff so friendly and welcoming, had a lovely afternoon tea and it was delicious. When on the beautiful walk was so relaxing listening to the river and birds all the way around, lookong at the trees, flowers and ponds.The sculptures are stunning, such a beautiful place and people where amazing made for an amazing last day of our holiday.

A very nice house with stylish 1920s–30s character, well worth a visit. Parking is easy and free for members. The house itself is interesting, and the grounds are beautifully kept, though being on a hillside means some of the paths are quite steep. The walk down to the cove is absolutely worth it for the views—though the climb back up is a bit of a challenge! The café has a good selection, with lovely-looking toasties and baked potatoes. I tried the pasty, which felt rather undersized and a little underwhelming in comparison, but otherwise it was a pleasant stop. All in all, a great day out.

My favourite national trust property. The house is interesting with fabulous views and information about the family. The garden is wonderful and has stunning views to the sea. Cafe was excellent too. On sunny days maybe get there early. Highly recommended. Can easily spend best part of a day here.

A truly beautiful and tranquil home that is nestled into the landscape. The house is in an exceptionally good condition and the National Trust has maintained it perfectly. Beautiful building, beautiful gardens and wonderful staff who are on hand to answer all of your questions.

At the end of a narrow country lane you'll find this lovely 1920s property. It's national trust so the staff and volunteers are friendly and patient, the cafe is solid and affordable. House itself seems to have changed a little from last time. I remember the Gilbert and Sullivan connection being more prominent on my last visit about 12 years ago. Gardens are as beautiful as ever. Must visit if you like 1920s style and beautiful gardens. Maybe a little less interesting for smaller children

Now this is more like it, nice house to look at and lovely gardens to walk around with some amazing views plus you can burn a few calories off climbing lots of steps (if you want to of course) ready for a relaxing coffee and cake treat. Definitely had a good day here 😁

Absolutely love Arts and Crafts styling and architecture, so Coleton Fishacre was an easy choice for a trip out. It is the sort of NT property that you could easily live in and enjoy the superb garden. The planting style and bed construction is very similar to our own at Mowhay and we left with a few ideas. Food here was a little expensive but reasonable in quality. The walk back up from the South West Coast Path is quite steep in places so if you aren't too good on hills give it a miss, but actually all the garden you need is quite near to the house. Absolutely love the plant identification boards, great idea!

Lovely warm welcome. Amazing house and gardens and good tearoom. They even have 1930's style hats to try on and photograph yourself in! Lots of lovely sea views and garden vistas. Uplifting.

A hidden gem! If you like meticulously kept pristine lawns and gardens this isn't the place for you. If, however, llike me, you love a garden that is clearly an incredible life long project, peaceful and full of charm this is for you! A warm welcome, a nursery with reasonably priced plants greets you are the start. There is then a vast area to wander - you start at the top of the valley and it is meandering grass paths or steps. Visiting at the end of July meant we'd missed the wildflower meadows and roses but so much still to see. We especially loved the woodland wander with ponds and a small lake. The gardens were teeming with wildlife - so many species of butterflies, damselflies, dragonflies and many birds. A special place and only £7 for an adult. Highly recommend a visit for a couple of hours if in the area. Note - there is a toilet at the start. There is no cafe - take water etc it can be hot walking up/down/through the valley!

Fabulous garden set in a beautiful valley. When you step through the hedge and enter the garden, the panorama in front of you is quite breathtaking. The camellias and bluebells were spectacular. There is a nursery selling very reasonably priced, good quality plants, shrubs and trees. Highly recommended.

Hidden gem - excellent value for money Beautiful gardens, hidden off the beaten track. From the free car park, there is a toilet block (ladies and gents) off the grassed round car park, follow the track to a huge polytunnel and we were greeted by Keith and Alan. Just £7 for adults and £1 for children - great value for money. Keith was lovely - passionate about the gardens and shared lots of information. He gave us a map, leaflet and took us to the start of the valley. Wow! what a view. We spent about 3 hours walking around and stopping/sitting and enjoying the views. There aren't refreshments so take drinks and even a picnic and a book and wear bug repellent as you are in open areas/valley even when keeping to the tracks. Very well set up and huge if you choose to walk the entire place. Great way to spend a couple of hours with little impact on the pocket. You can even just go to buy plants. 100% recommend for everyone. Please visit and support this lovely attraction.

Amazing gardens, well worth seeking out if you are in the area. Fantastic flowers when we visited in May. Can spend several hours here lost in the tranquility of the valley and beside the ponds. Great down to earth garden centre as well.

Well worth a visit. This is a real hidden gem- tucked away and not too busy. We took our kids (7 and 2) and happily explored for a couple of hours. The owner is lovely and very helpful. The prices are very reasonable at £7 per adult and £1 per child. There’s also a nursery where there’s a great range of plants at a good price.

A beautiful gardens with lots of different trees, shrubs and interesting features including the moon pool and little waterfalls. Could easily spend a day here with the dog and a picnic.

A beautiful and peaceful spot for a leisurely wander. Not a highly manicured garden but something more natural that constantly surprises you as the flow takes you from the high views to the solitude of the lake in the valley with its shoals of beautifully red-finned rudd and dancing aerial display of Drangonflys. Great chat with the owner in the well stocked nursery.

Beautifully maintained mill gardens and a fabulous little cafe with an amazing cream tea. We also did the walk down to the waterfall which finished the visit perfectly. Look out for the robin at the cafe!

We were just going to stop for a cream tea but our appetites weren't quite ready so we paid to look around the gardens. Lovely place to pass a couple of hours. The cream tea was delicious and our visit was finished off with a look at the waterwheel mechanism beautifully displayed in the house. The owner was happy to chat about the gardens and the history of the mill. Thank you so much for allowing us a peek! Stunning!

I walked from Blackpool Mill which was not easy and unlike many of the previous reviewers was lucky enough to find it open. The cafe is mostly outdoor seating in a sheltered spot but if you have no dog you’ll be able to warm up inside by the log burner. It has very clean toilets and sells fantastic cakes the coffee and walnut sustained me all the way back! It’s a garden cafe so food is basic but lovely. The gardens even on a dour April day are magical. They are set around a stunning small canal with beautiful magnolia trees. Yes it’s slippy and vertiginous in places but that’s what makes it so beautiful. Ignore the negative reviews and enjoy the atmosphere.

Came here for the views and the lovely cream tea. So peaceful and lovely service

Small bit perfectly formed. Absolutely lovely staff, cream tea was delicious and Ralph the terrier is very friendly (and attentive if he senses any weakness from a punter!)

The best tea we've had in some time, in Devon or out of it. We started with the best pot of tea, went on to salmon and beef sandwiches and finished with scones, jam and clotted cream. Everything was thoughtfully made, beautifully prepared and completely fresh. Lovely atmosphere, friendly staff. It's difficult to see what the negative reviews are referring to!

This is some hidden gem! What a lovely discovery. A beautiful garden hideaway homely cafe among the forest land where you can explore the gardens which are beautiful! Then go off for the hike to the clifftop waterfall.

We went to Marwood Hill Gardens near Barnstaple today, what an amazing hill garden in the middle of nowhere. Absolutely stunning, well worth a visit. They also specialise specifically in their plant centre with Astilbe. Home to 4 National Plant Heritage collections and numerous Champion trees, these private valley gardens span over 20 acres. Showcasing three stunning lakes, sculptures, rare trees and shrubs, and colourful surprises throughout each season.

Beautiful garden, sweet cafe tea room and excellent plant sales. This out of the way garden has 4 national plant collections and stunning lakes. Take some time, sit down and feel nature and the wildlife take over. The road to it is narrow but it is worth it.

Wow. Stumbled across this place whilst finding places to visit on a rainy day. It didn’t disappoint. The Astilbe and hydrangeas were so pretty. Very well kept gardens and the tea room was lovely. Dog friendly too

It was a beautiful sunny spring day. The magnolias were beautiful. We enjoyed a delicious cream tea with ginger scones at the garden's tea room.

Beautiful gardens, there is a free carpark about a 5 minute walk from the gardens. You can spend hours walking around the different trails & sitting by the lakes watching the fish and birds. The cafe has indoor & outdoor seating and the food is delicious. If you're really lucky the black bird might join you for some crumbs. You can also buy some of the plants you've seen at the plant store.

Absolutely stunning place. Peaceful, beautifully design, with plenty of space for walks, rest, have a picnic. Also lovely cafe on site.

Very very nice,go around at your leisure and thoroughly enjoy it. Peaceful and tranquil and a great selection of their own cultivated plants to choose from.

Decent looked nice.It was relatively clean, but there was a couple unkept areas, and there wasn't enough benches or bins, and there was so little benches.We ended up having to sit on a small wall that had leftover cigarette buds and other rubbish stuffed in the corners. The view was pretty good and those nicole castle wall thing still relatively recommended if you're in the area

If you are looking for nice peaceful place to walk then don’t look anywhere else and come here. Very well looked after place by the local council. Central and close to the city and comfortable to eat your lunch within. Have seen many people having their lunch and reading book. Young students were having their picnic in the summer. Lush green park with awesome colourful wild flowers. Castle ruins are just next door thing. There’s a lot of reasons to visit this garden so just do it.

The oldest public open space in England. Lovely park in the middle of the city, beside Exeter Central Station and near to High Street. Free to visit. Calm and peaceful place to read a book, relax, or spend time with yourself, with nature or with family. Beautiful in the autumn. Clean. Impressive war memorial in the center. The gardens incorporate a stretch of Roman wall and the only length of Saxon town wall to be seen in England.

Nice elevated gardens adjacent to Exeter Central railway station, free to enter, huge impressive war memorial in the center, impressive views of the city. Likes - Quiet, Views, Memorial. Dislikes - not enough seating, unkept, Worth a visit though.

Nice peaceful place to walk, very looked after place by the local council.. super close to the city and comfortable to eat your lunch within.. can easily take a picnic in the summer..

A nice & beautiful place for relaxation. Garden is just near the exeter central railway station. Calm and quiet environment to sit for chit-chat . Entry to this place is free.

Calm place to have a walk. Neat park.

Beautiful large gardens right on the Dartmouth Harbour. Beautiful working fountain, very pretty. Well worth a wander around/have a cuppa etc. Very well mantained. Toilet block at the edge of the park.

Beautiful little public garden in centre of Dartmouth and next to the sea. Great place to relax.

A beautiful garden set in the heart of beautiful Dartmouth. It is a joy to behold- the park- resplendent with gorgeous flowers- stands as a glorified beacon, dedicating itself to this wonderful place. So much care and attention has gone into the design and implementation of this park- particularly the flower arrangements- which are something to behold.

Lovely small piece of garden with love music performance. Opposite to the Dartmouth harbor

Another fantastic Dartmouth Music Festival

I went there for the Art festival that was going on over the weekend. Nice place to sit and relax. Beautiful layout

It’s quite a small park, but lots of places to sit to rest and enjoy the landscaped gardens 🌳🌳

Outstanding garden borders. Beautiful colours with an attractive fountain at the top. Victoriana. Significant changes made to this magnificent palladian country house. Walks leading to Rhododendron & camelia area, a stream and.much more.

Great gardens, especially on BBC gardeners world 2-1 card. Good tea garden. No frills, but lovely walks and a castle folly to visit

Nice gardens and tea room, would of liked a bit more information on the history of the castle and stately home but couldn't find anything? Lovely walks, and plenty of space for picnics, ok for a few hours. Free parking £8 entry adults.

I was delighted to attend the Pantaloons version of Hamlet at Castle Hill estate yesterday. It was very good and having only just returned to north Devon recently I was delighted to see how spectacular the estate and gardens were looking. It was a very good production which enjoyed every moment and my sister and I were pleased that Lady Arran took the time to discuss the weather with us beforehand. I’m sure it made all the difference, as apart from a light drizzle it was mainly dry. I can highly recommend a trip to the estate and will be back to view the wonderful gardens very soon.

Great garden to visit, mostly woodland, lovely little cafe at the entrance, would be difficult terrain for people with disabilities as some paths are steeply sloped and uneven, but lower paths are accessible.

Really nice but hilly walk around. Use a 2 4 1 gardeners world card.

Had a great first visit. Lots of exploring the grounds,perfect with dogs, lots to see. Lunch was jacket potato which we thoroughly recommend, plenty of it and nicely presented. So much so that we went back for afternoon tea and cakes. A perfect finish to the outing.

A lovely garden with dinner wonderful trees and shrubs. In the cafe, the soup and cakes were really good. We would have awarded 5 star if there had been more to choose from in the café, but understand that would be difficult to achieve as the gardens are only opened to the public for two days per week on two short periods during the year.

Wow, this place is truly a thing of beauty. The colours and smells were amazing and instantly put my anxiety and depression and ease. I took my 2 year old daughter and family with me visiting from Derbyshire and we were blessed by great weather. Wonder cup of tea before you head out into the gardens and instantly transported to heaven.

Extensive gardens, much bigger than we anticipated. Well maintained and lots of variations of plants/trees. Streams flowing throughout with bridges in various places. If you are unsteady be cautious when walking around as some of the terrain is naturally uneven. Definitely not suitable for wheelchairs due to gradients and the landscape. Limited food options in the cafe so advisable to bring your own lunch.

Beautiful hidden gem of England. Fabulous day out, cafe was rural and perfect food. The peace and quiet was amazing. What a place. Thoroughly recommend for getting back to nature.

We went today on the 5th of May and the gardens were in full bloom. Beautiful azaleas and rhododendrons. Amazing! Highly recommended

Lukesland Garden centre, what a lovely day out with the family and dogs, good place for a hot day to soak up the sun, with a cuppa t and slice of cake after seeing the countries oldest and biggest magnolia trees 90years old brilliant!

The gardens are beautiful. Lots of interest and many paths to explore. The tea room is in a lovely building or you can sit outside. Good selection of freshly made food including gluten free and vegan.

Beautiful country park to walk around. I use a mobility scooter which coped with the paths but some were very steep so depending on you ability and I guess weather (we had hot sunny day) i think it would be different on a wet day. Amazing trees and well cared for. Just a beautiful place to enjoy a picnic and walk with your dog too.

The house is set up for a 1920s dinner party and currently has a 1920s exhibition upstairs featuring clothes, cinema and style from the era. There are two cafes (one dog friendly) and extensive parkland to explore with numerous trails often through historic woodland. Impossible to see it all on one visit.

We have National Trust cards. Gardens are beautiful. Grounds have easy walk or wheelchair paths. Plenty big. Two nice cafes. Advertising by a van parked in front of the house lost a star. Great fun for kids.

Very attractive house. A family home on a grand scale is how l would describe it . Attractive gardens and a cafe to indulge in a cream tea (or what ever takes your fancy). There was an exhibition here when we came(June 2025) show casing wonderful 20/30s dresses. Certainly worth a visit.

Great place to visit , house only small in comparison we have been to with our national trust card , grounds are massive though and had a good full day walking around on site along with cream tea and scone in the cafe in the grounds , we visited as was in Devon on holiday , we recommend as a day out if staying near by ( even better if national trust member as it’s free )

Very good visit, small compact house, with superb 1920s costume display upstairs. However, the highlight of the visit was the superb perennial borders

Lovely gardens, massive house with all sorts to see and learn. Great day out for all ages. Toilets onsite, disabled friendly.

Having never been before, we saw a post on YouTube about this place. We thought it would be a good place to go to for a couple of hours. We went on a Friday when they had the night opening for the model illumination. Amazing! We walked around during the day so we were able to see the brilliant models in daylight. If you take the time to really look , you can see the details of every model. You also see the puns that are all around the park. Everything is lovely here, in the daylight and the inside displays are something else. Beautiful and ethereal. It's totally different during the night when all the models are illuminated by street lighting,car lights and lights in the model properties. Make sure you see the Tiny British Cake Off with the presenters old and new! There's a small mini golf to play for free as well. Café great choices, had the plant based pepperoni pizza, fabulous. Definitely worth visiting. We are going to be visiting again.

Such a jolly guy to welcome us at entrance/pay desk! Very helpful and friendly. He recommended we take our time to look in detail at everything as there are lots of 'play on words' signage giving plenty of laughs! Great that the ticket price allows free entry for a week from visit. I thought £20.50 was reasonable as we spent 2 n half hours and there's lots of interesting history and information about the costs and man hours involved in the creation and production/maintenance of the models. It is constantly evolving, we really enjoyed our visit !!

This was an amazing day out. So many tiny details and so many puns. Look out for where's wally and friends! The person who designed this place was a genius. The models are all beautifully made and the landscaping is amazing. It is in a valley so you will have to walk up and downhill, however, everything is laid with concrete and there are handrails as well. I went round it with a buggy and it was fine. There are indoor parts as well including mythical kingdoms and more detailed models. The crazy golf was fun as well and is included in the ticket price. There is a coffee shop with snacks and bathrooms at the top as well. There's also baby changing areas. I would recommend going during the day to see all of the tiny details. You can return within 7 days free with your ticket. We went the following night to see the illuminations which were beautiful. I will come again next year with my family ☺️ Thank you so much to the lovely staff who made our day as well!

We went mid week, it was not the summer holidays yet so was not busy at all which was nice! £20 for adult to enter which included mini golf, the mini golf was fun! You could definitely spend 2-3 hours here easily. A fun place to visit!

Now this place was a surprise, I only thought I'd be here a couple of hours....... 4 hours later, so much to see and take in, the place was alot bigger than expected, I loved it...... Even played a round of mini golf 😂. It looks like you could get to do I night time visit on special occasions (would have loved to have done that, maybe next time I'm in the area 😁). Definitely a place to visit with or without the kids.

This was such a pleasure to go to. It was bigger than we thought and really easy to find. The car park is small so recommend you get there early if you can or you can get the number 12 bus and it is a short walk from the bus stop. There was so much to see and some of the scenes were genius and well thought of some were also really hilarious 🤣 Make sure you check everywhere as there’s little scenes that are hidden too

Revisited after 55 years as my happy childhood memory of coming here had stayed with me. We were the only visitors for the first hour as it was raining very heavily, but this didn’t spoil our day at all. The sun came out for us to play crazy golf and there were indoor models too. We loved searching for the bugs, Where’s Wally characters and other hidden items as we’re big kids at heart. Also laughed out loud at some of the names. I have limited mobility but managed the site well. Staff are lovely, cafe was very nice. A really fabulous day out.

We took the ferry from Dartmouth along to Greenway, definitely the best way to travel. A beautiful day with clear views of the Dart riverside properties. Greenways had long been on a list but actually it didn't quite match our expectations. The house was well laid out, the staff were very friendly and knowledgeable but it just wasn't for us (purely subjective). Perhaps we had pinned too much on our love for Agatha Christie that the reality didn't match. That said, it was still a lovely day out and I would certainly recommend a visit. The boathouse was probably our favourite element.

A lovely house, Agatha Christine's holiday home where she spent her summer, birthday and Christmas. A small but beutiful house furnished with her belongings. Lovely gardens and boat house, dogs are welcome but are not allowed round the house. Note that there is limited car parking that needs to be booked in advance and is limited to 3 hours. You can however arrive by boat from Dartmouth or Cross by ferry from Dittisham. Well worth a visit.

Stunning location to visit on a sunny day - when entering you are provided with a map of the grounds and can visit various shops & facilities near the entrance or head over to Agatha Christie’s home for a room by room tour or the boathouse by the lake to soak in the dazzling view across the water! Further into the grounds you’ll find a greenhouse, gardens & spots to sit or relax as you make your way around. A good location to visit with family or dogs!

Really nice house with wonderful gardens. Please book a parking space before you come as you might be disappointed. National trust members get free parking. Lots of rooms that you can go in, you can spend as much time in them as you like. The grounds are wonderful, well looked after. You can visit the boat house, which is down a few paths (uneven). Great, nevertheless. All in all, great.

This is a really lovely NT. Beautiful gardens, lovely atmosphere, beautifully cared for of course and lovely buildings. I enjoyed seeing around Christie's home and playing a game of tennis in the gardens. The deck chairs are a lovely way to look over the Dart and relax.

Great morning spent at Greenway exploring the house, taking a leisurely walk in the grounds. Beautiful views of the river Dart. Very hilly so wear sensible footwear. Make sure you pre-book your parking and be aware of the very narrow roads.

We really loved Greenway the summer home of the author Agatha Christie and her family. The house has a nice atmosphere and is packed with the family collections of artifacts such as silver, china. The National Trust volunteers were very welcoming. We had a walk through the gardens which were vast and up at the top could see along the River Dart towards Dartmouth. We rode on the ferry to and from Dartmouth to Greenway and it was a really nice ride. Highly recommend both the house and boat ride.

Great beach in a lovely setting. The beach is easily accessible from the car park. Paid parking is provided. It is not a sandy beach but a gravel one.

Fab beach with easy parking, small stones that are easy to walk on, lots of water activities to enjoy and a Sauna to hire 💞👍🏼. What’s not to love. No horrible sand to get rid of afterwards either. 😅

Nice clean beach, well maintained, large car park, cafe on site. The waters edge is a good walk as the beach is so wide. Also shingle beach so take suitable footwear, no sand!!

The parking charges are a bit steep, but if you stay over 3 hours it's £9 for the day (as nest as I can tell). There is lots of parking which is well managed during the peak season. There is plenty of space on the beach and it is generally well sheltered. There are good food and drink options on site with plenty of picnic bench seating outside. It is really clean and tidy. A special call out for the board walk they have installed to get from the entrance to the front of the beach. Makes using buggies etc. much easier. Yes, the beach is not golden sand but fine shingle but complaing about that would be like complaining That the white cliffs of Dover were "too bright". The beach is a product of geography and geology.

Not sure about 'the ultimate beach experience' (like they say on the signs) but its pretty close 😁. Visited on the August Bank Holiday and its busy but definitely not Bournemouth busy. Its a very small pebble beach, so no sand getting everywhere but you can't make sandcastles. It shelves quite quickly into the water but it is RNLI patrolled. Great beach store for all the beach essentials. There's also a hire store for paddleboard and kayaks and even a free automated air pump for blowing up boards. Restaurant is really good and great value. Smash burger and fish burger were amazing.

Such a great find! What a beautiful beach surrounded by stunning scenery. Small pebble beach and a great safe place to swim or partake in paddleboarding or kayaking this beach even has a sauna! Takeaway or sit in restaurant. Free very clean toilet facilities

Great beach and views , good parking facilities, beach restaurant and shop , only downside it’s a pebbled beach (which we new ) bit tough on our feet🤦‍♂️, would recommend a visit , we went in school holidays 😎

Book online. You want an 90 minutes to 2 hours for the castle alone. We rushed a visit into 1 hour, but I'd like to hear a full tour from the excellent tour guides. Well worth a visit, the free tours are massively worth it, they make the whole thing make sense. Interesting to hear about who did what to the building... AND WHY!! 🤣 Our guide was Andy and if we return next year, I will try to find out if he's volunteering that day. The family still live there so there's only so much that you can see. And of course, a place built in the 1700s needs a lot of work and money spent on it, but oh man it's fabulous. Nice cafe with lovely cakes, and great friendly yet professional service. Next time I'll ask for my black coffee to be a bit stronger ie less water. Farm shop is typical but big and well stocked, not cheap. Lovely staff - again. We'll definitely be visiting again next year, and take in more tours.

This is one of the best talk guides I’ve had for a long time definitely worth going. House is amazing you’re certainly enjoy it. Good value for money.Also the family flag is now up 👍🏻😊

Thank you Andy for a wonderful tour! Thanks to the other staff members too for making our visit really special. Never have I met a more welcoming and helpful team. Powderham Castle is lucky to have you all, and is beautiful! Will be happy to return. Our dog also had the best time on her first Castle trip! Friendly for all the family 💙.

What a fantastic place. They offer guided tours which we didn't go on as we prefer to explore at our own lesuire, but all the staff were so informative and enthusiastic and couldn't wait to show us all the hidden secrets of the building. We spent about 2hrs exploring the building, we were particularly impressed with the music room and the main stair case. We then had a wander outside through the gardens and watched the deer. The cafe was unfortunately closed but there is a small shop near the carpark offering drinks and snacks. There are also walks within the grounds that we didn't do on this occasion but would definitely look to do next time. If you like history, old buildings and staff who are really informative and enthusiastic then this is the place for you.

This is a beautiful home, and a great opportunity to explore. Limited gardens, but still very lovely. However, the thing that really makes this visit special is the guided tour. Dave you are a legend and your knowledge, humour and care are greatly appreciated. Watch out for those secret doors.

We had a great day at the food fayre, although I can't say that the hot food on offer was worth the price, perhaps I picked the wrong stall. There was quite a variety of vendors and I really enjoyed the talk on making bacon. We did visit the castle too, we had been before and it was great to see the changes they've made. All in all a nice day out, there was a lot of entertainment for children too.

We couldn't go exploring on the estate as there was a shoot on, but it didn't bother us. The house was very interesting, the guide was extremely knowledgeable. She was very complimentary regarding the owner and we got the impression it's a happy workplace.

I suppose because I visited on a Thursday the place felt a bit deserted and top floor of the house was closed off... so overall I walked out feeling a little underwhelmed. There could be more benches to sit on, they could do something about the mouldy smell in the castle folly. Didn't see any activities for kids. The orangery was bare and empty. It was otherwise a lovely place, very pleasant for a short walk around the grounds. There's a little gate (locked) connecting the house grounds with a lovely riverside walk. I enjoyed the walk but you have to head back out to the car park to start the walk. Enjoyed my couple hours there but a little disappointed overall.

We had a wonderful visit here, it was very quiet so had lot's of time from all the amazing volunteers. The house has a lovely warm feeling with lots of tapestries on the walk. It's spread over 2 floors but the stairs are easy to walk up. The gardens are lovely with lots to see and some interesting features. The summer house is worth a visit. Lot's of parking which is free for members. The cafe serves delicious cakes amd hot drinks as well as light lunches.

Wow! I was very pleasantly surprised by our visit. Large car park, lovely sized cafe, second hand book shop with hidden treasures, fabulous gift shop with some cheap tiny gifts for kids available (so they get a treat without breaking a bank), stunning views and of course the house! I dont think ive visited another house with so many gorgeous paintings and portraits, even my 5 year old was interested! Lovely volunteers answering questions and providing information. Decent sized outdoors for lovely Autumn walk, and lovely little tea room for a cake and tea after the walk. We will be visiting again very soon!

Brilliant house in superb grounds can see for miles every room.had it's own story and the volunteers were happy to tell you all about also lovely cafe you could sit by the lake would thoroughly recommend

Very nice national trust property. Really interesting main house full of original family items, steeped in history. Nice gardens and walks, several cafe options with a wife variety of food and drink.

A beautiful building, filled with art, ornate ceilings and interesting artefacts. Around the house are flower beds, an orangerie, but the estate has extensive grounds to walk - pack a picnic and you could easily spend a whole day here!

Lovely walk as normal. Soo lucky to have this beautiful place on my doorstep. I must have walked round here thousands of times and each time feels and looks different. What a treat to see the woodpecker, normally can only hear it. It's beautiful all year round. Plenty of parking, toilets till 4pm. 😍🌳🪾🐦‍⬛🦜🦆🦉

Good place to spend a couple of hours. Enjoyed the history, the Abbey story , art exhibition and Georgian dining room. Take note of the gates as you enter with the swans on top , you'll learn about these inside. Cafe , toilets and lift on the premises so accessible to all. Oh and beautiful gardens to sit and relax in.

It's a beautiful historic site with plenty to look at. Inside there are several floors with art, antiques and information galore. Outside in the gardens the scenery is stunning, the flowers were colourful and fragrant. I could happily spend the whole day exploring the site. There is lots to look at and explore.

Really lovely experience - the staff were friendly, the curation was interesting and innovative + had a genuine feeling of exploration (as it’s all a bit windy and topsy tervy). Liked the element of having actors on the top floor history section + the moving dinner table characters. Felt really thoughtful - A couple things were out of order but appreciated the space all the same - would definitely go back. Did try to strategically avoid the school group as a bit raucous but don’t begrudge kids learning aha

Hidden gem in Torquay — don’t miss it! Absolutely loved our visit to Torre Abbey! The whole place has such a unique mix of history, art, and odd charm. The poison garden was a total highlight — eerie, fascinating, and full of surprises. You don’t often see that in historic sites. We ended up spending way longer there than expected, reading all the signs and spotting deadly plants! The art gallery upstairs was another treat — a great mix of historic and contemporary pieces, all beautifully displayed. It feels like a proper cultural space, not just an afterthought. Friendly staff, peaceful atmosphere, and lots of quiet corners to explore. Highly recommend if you’re in Torquay and want something that’s not just beaches and fish & chips.

10% of for visitors staying at any of the TLH hotels. Each art piece was perfectly curated and looked stunning. The gardens were delightful even on a grey day. Staff were friendly and helpful. You are more than welcome to use the images. 🙂

Evocative abbey ruins, beautiful gardens, a 17th century mansion filled with art treasures - there was so much of interest to discover here, and it was only five minutes walk from my hotel! I spent about three and a half hours here, but could easily have stayed longer. The staff were friendly and welcoming, especially the young lady in the gift shop who greeted me and explained what there was to see and where to find it. I visited the abbey ruins first; they date from 1196, and have an impressive gateway with detailed stone carvings. There are info boards that let you know which part of the original medieval abbey you're standing in. I loved strolling around the gardens; their well-kept borders were filled with exotic plants and colourful dahlias, and there's a pergola and ample seating. There are a few uneven steps, but it's mostly smooth and level gravel paths. The giant cactuses are well worth a look, and children will love spotting the "wild animals" in the tropical palm house! The museum has four floors with quite a lot of rooms, but there are wheelchair ramps and a lift. Some fine paintings - I especially liked the landscapes - and sculptures displayed in spacious galleries. The exhibition of automatons was fun, and I enjoyed eavesdropping on the dinner conversation in the Regency dining room. But best of all was the 800 year timeline that tells the abbey's eventful story through printed info, artefacts, interactive displays, touchscreens, and dressing up in period clothes. The little café only appeared to be serving drinks and biscuits at the time I visited, but there were some picnic tables in the grounds, and also a nice gift shop. Torre Abbey is well worth a visit, and it's only a short walk from the seafront.

Thoroughly enjoyed coming to this Abbey. If you like your paintings, this is definitely the place to come. Certainly is worth a visit.

A Must-Visit National Trust Gem! Buckland Abbey is an absolute treasure — easily one of my favourite National Trust sites to date. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed by friendly and knowledgeable staff who clearly have a deep passion for the place and its incredible history. The highlight for many will be the original Rembrandt self-portrait, which is genuinely awe-inspiring to see in person. But there’s so much more to enjoy — the architecture of the Abbey itself is stunning, with layers of history that transport you back through the centuries, from its monastic beginnings to its connection with Sir Francis Drake. The tithe barn is an architectural marvel and really sets the tone for how well-preserved and presented the whole site is. Outside, the gardens are immaculate, full of colour and variety — especially the roses and well-labelled plants which were in full bloom during our visit. A real haven for plant lovers. We also stopped for a coffee and slice of cake in the café and were not disappointed — excellent quality and a perfect way to round off the visit. This place has it all: art, history, architecture, beautiful gardens, and a warm welcome. Whether you’re a history buff, art lover, or just looking for a peaceful day out in the countryside, Buckland Abbey is a solid 10/10. Highly recommended.

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 👍🏻

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.

Buckland Abbey is without doubt one of this country’s greatest national hero’s home. Sir Francis Drake, global explorer, and legal privateer of Spanish ships and colonies, Admiral of Royal Navy and defender of the nation. This Abbey and Drakes home is a great day out, and excellent for teaching some history of the development of both Great Britain and the early Royal Navy.

Great visit, not very large but quite unique with some of the plants and the views are stunning. Lots of different paths to take that weave in and out of different gardens with varying focuses. We have young children, easier to carry, pram would be difficult.

Beautiful gardens. Still lots of flowers even in October. Catering just outside the entrance excellent. Quite a narrow winding road to get there but very worthwhile.

Really wonderful afternoon here. The gardens are beautiful, lots of lovely flowers and palm trees. Plenty of birds to see. The gardens are pretty much all dog friendly apart from the banana garden and front lawn otherwise they can go everywhere and there is water bowls at the entrance for them. There is a lovely little cafè. I would highly recommend a visit here.

Lovely gardens and interesting foliage. The house was closed when we visited, but we enjoyed the most magnificent views and walks. The volunteers were friendly and welcoming.

Very nice well kept gardens with many exotics. Good walks/trails with some lovely views over the surrounding countryside.

Always a treat coming to this garden. A lovely walk from Salcombe past North and South Sands along the narrow and steep roads! (there's a lovely footpath getting out of the top of Salcombe if you can find it!!) The gardens are very well kept and beautiful. We have been many times and will come back many more!

Beautiful National Trust gardens overlooking South Sands bay. The staff are very friendly and knowledgable, and dogs on leads are allowed into the gardens. There’s a cafe by the entrance that serves really nice coffee / cold drinks, and food (focaccia sandwiches, cakes, decent vegan options etc!). There is parking just outside, and access to the coastal path direct from the garden. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area!

What a venue! Absolutely stunning views, gorgeous rooms and superb service. Myself and my now husband booked our wedding with Broomhill for Sept 2023 and couldn't have been happier with the service we received. The atmosphere was friendly, relaxed and fabulous. Michele and Alex really spent the time to make sure that everything was going how we wanted it to and no task felt too big for them. I cannot rate the food highly enough, the hog roast they organised was absolutely to die for and the breakfast for those who stayed at the hotel was stunning! If you're looking for a once in a lifetime venue, this is the place.

Only popped up to have a cream tea. Was totally surprised at what we drove into. Beautiful gardens with some interesting sculptures. The hotel looked amazing and the decor, including film memorabilia, made it a fun yet comfortable, possibly indulgent, place to unwind. Will definitely be back without the kids.

Had a truly wonderful stay there. The staff were so accommodating as my partner and I celebrated our engagement and my mum had arranged decorations to be put up on our door, in our room and on the table when we dined. The chef sent through a "gift" from the kitchen which was delicious (all the meals were amazing - beautifully presented and tasted amazing). The staff were so attentive and accommodating and I look forward to going back! As for the art and the sculptures, they speak for themselves. I would absolutely recommend.

Visited the gardens and cafe, not normally our thing but we were in the area so decided to take a look, plus it was dog friendly. We stayed for over 3hrs and really enjoyed the sculptures/gardens. Very reasonable entry fee and staff were lovely.

Lovely art hotel set in a woodland sculpture garden. The weather wasn't ideal but we still had a restful break and plenty of opportunity to take in the art both inside the hotel and in the grounds. The bedroom (Moonrise) was beautifully furnished with a large comfy bed and good in-room facilities. We also had a fantastic view over the garden from the bay window. In contrast, the bathroom felt a little tired but the shower was a good size and it was clear from a note that the bathrooms are next on the refurb list. Some more shelves for toiletries would be good. We'd definitely recommend the breakfast, the French Toast, Eggs Royale, and Mushrooms on Toast were delicious and the decor, cutlery and crockery were very stylish. If you're interested in art and/or sculpture, and enjoy a small boutique hotel with interesting lounge spaces, plus some cool film memorabilia, then Broomhill Estate is the place for you.

Beautiful setting for a few days away from home. The food was top quality and priced very well and the rooms were large and had all you need for a good night. The sculpture park is a must see with a diverse range of styles from various artists. Combine this all with a stunning setting in the Devon countryside and it delivers on everything you could possibly want from a getaway trip.

Our room was spacious, clean and had a very comfortable bed "Grey Gradens" theme. The room includes tea , coffee making equipment, and multi-channel television. The location was marvellous with beautiful sculpture park. There is plenty of exceptional food for breakfast from porridge to full monty, including local only products Thank you for a really lovely stay Alex and Michele, would definitely return Instagram @dininginlondon

Wonderful place! It's not exactly wheelchair/mobility scooter friendly, but then again, it was built in a time when these things weren't necessarily thought about, but this didn't spoil our enjoyment. Dog friendly exhibition and grounds, but not house. Lovely cafe with delicious cakes. Had a lovely conversation with the lady of the house, who showed genuine concern as to how we were getting on with a mobility scooter. Would recommend and return.

A beautiful place to visit. The walks are a bit stoney underfoot so wear some comfortable shoes with good soles (I wore sandals & my feet suffered a bit). The walks to the beach & the walled garden are really lovely & worth it when you get there. The tea rooms serve really nice food. We had a scotch egg platter to share & I had salted caramel cake & my mum had coffee & walnut. It was all delicious. We ate in the courtyard in a shady spot near the stables. We visited the house last as it only opens at 2pm. We had a nice wander around & a couple of the guides in the rooms were particularly friendly. We spent the best part of the day here & really enjoyed it

Beautiful building, still lived in but nice to see parts of it. Lovely well kept grounds. 1 mile walk down to the beach. Those with mobility issues may find the walks difficult. Definitely recommend a visit

Beautiful hidden gem. The gardens are gorgeous as is the house. The little kitchen serves the most delicious homemade scones, cakes and light lunches. There are 2 exhibitions which are very detailed and interesting in the old servants quarters. One on all the different TV and movie filming which has taken place at the property, and another on William Stukeley and his discoveries surrounding stonehenge. Even our teenagers enjoyed the surprisingly diverse history of the house and were impressed with the displays. The other joy of a visit here is the easy walk down to the Hartland coastline, where you can stop and enjoy the scenery or pick up the South West Coastal path and walk another mile along to Hartland Quay if you want more of a challenge before returning for your cakey reward. The coastline along here is beautiful but rugged, so its lovely to have an easy walk where you still get to see some of the views! Be aware the gardens open at 11am but the house does not open until 2pm.

A beautiful building, gardens and grounds with a great walk down to the coast. They have a cafe for refreshments. Our first time visiting and will definitely return.

Very worth a visit. A lovely private house. Walks to the walled garden and down to the sea.

It was alright, Loooong walk to the beach. Beach was Amazing with the few views you do get. Gardens are nothing special, the house is Amazing for being that old and family still staying there occasionally

Beautiful park with lovely well kept river walk. Clean. Picnic benches. Lots of running & play space. Great rides and climbing equipment. Swings, zip wires & quite a few slides.

Great clean park,kid and dog friendly nice cafe but service slow even when quiet

Lovely park, well kept gardens, all a credit to the gardening team, great kids activity area

If travelling to Cornwall this is a great place to stop and stretch your legs. Such a lovely park and well worth the slight detour from the main road.

Lovely park! Very pretty, good area for dogs to have a run around, nice river...and we visited when the fayre was on, so quite LOUD, but still pleasant.

The golden heart of Okehampton Symonds Park, at the center is a large green open space. On the other side of the river is the tree filled garden area, watch out for the small water fall and ponds with the fountain, get the kids to watch out for the tadpoles and frogs. Walk to top of the the park past the football pitch to get a refreshing drink and a bite to eat or visit the swimming pool and gym, hire golf clubs for the pitch and put get a cold or hot drink. Watch out for the events that happen the May duck races, party in the park, the fair visits, or just chill in the park.

Saturdays free parking after 12! Hour was 60pence via ringo. Beautiful area, good play area for dogs off lead but under control. When walking grounds dogs are on lead. Good kids (some childish adults) playarea too!

A delightful grown up 'nook' in which to rest and refresh your enthusiasm. Buy a pastie and sit in peace to enjoy it here. Stone benches to sit at for your picnic and shade from the Summer sun, though it is a bit cold in Winter. Access is by a discrete door from the top or off New Street just back from the harbour side. Toilets are on the Quay. This is a small garden in the Elizabethan style so nothing much for children to do if bored. Set over several levels there are steps to contend with so not really wheelchair accessible.

This is a free hidden peaceful garden designed to look Elizabethan. There is a small number steps involved but there are benches when you get there.

Beautiful experience for around half and hours without reading . Just to be . While the history that palce it is very interested so these couple information board will bring your attention.

Really nice spot!! Lived in Plymouth my whole life and have never been to these gardens before. Worth a visit if you are near by.

Absolutely GORGEOUS little find. I've lived here for 4.5 years now (after visiting for 27) and have never visited until yesterday. It's like a magical secret that Plymouth has kept well hidden for the sake of preservation and better still; mystery. It took my breath away when I first saw it. Due to its secretive nature it remains clean and unspoilt by those who may not appreciate historic hide aways such as this. The little arch way makes for a romantic kiss from your partner underneath it and welcomes you to explore the carvings etched into the walls (see image 2 of the ship). It backs onto some of the most historic buildings in Plymouth on the famous Barbican which literally means 'fortitude' and to know surprise given how well everything is protected and preserved. Highly recommend visiting this mysterious and yet welcoming suntrap of a garden where you will learn of its and the surrounding areas history!

A hidden garden situated between Castle Street and New Street on Plymouth Barbican. You may find it difficult to find, which means the small garden is never busy with too many people. From the North entrance from New Street you approach the lower garden through a 'tunnel' under the houses, the long flight of steps in front of you (making wheelchair access impossible), has a list of Mayflower (1620) passengers on the wall. At the top of the stairs is one of two upper gardens with a pond and fountain dividing the two, this first garden is dominated by a mature Black Mulberry tree with a small shelter with Fig trees on either side. Passing the fountain the second upper garden has a parterre with raised beds on it's Eastern end that have 'Old English' type roses. To gain access from South entrance in Castle Street use footpath between houses and go down stairs (no wheelchair access) to pond and fountain.

Born and bred in Plymouth and only just visited . Lovely tranquil gardens with some nice seating areas, especially on a really hot day we could sit in the shade and enjoy the scenery

Exmoor is easily one of the most enjoyable and pretty of the national parks. Criss-crossed (but not too intensely) by well-maintained, quiet roads, walks, wild ponies, small forests (but not big enough to always interrupt the view), warmer and drier than so many of the other, boggier parks. As national parks go, it’s a little slice of bliss, and one of the areas I’d most like to move to in England. It’s as if the sun always seem to shine here. And it’s so big - I’ve only seen the southern half of it, and yet to explore the dramatic northern coastline of it.

Exmouth National Park proved to be an absolutely stunning destination, far exceeding expectations with its breathtaking beauty and serene landscapes. It was a true delight to explore, and what made the experience even more special was seeing how much my dogs enjoyed it too. The park offers an abundance of lovely walks, providing the perfect opportunity to leisurely wander through the magnificent scenery and soak in the tranquil atmosphere, making it an unforgettable visit for both me, my family and my dogs.

This place is beautiful. The views are amazing. Great place to hike or just sit and watch the scenery. You can’t go wrong here. Worth the drive. We hada good time with the kids and enjoyed this area. But we were also cautious that it’s a cliff and had them stay close.

An amazing place to have a holiday - so many great walks, stunning views, so much to do and great pubs - the perfect place to spend a week for young and old alike!

Beautiful and rugged National Park, largely quieter than other parks, with great roads, amazing views, and sweeping vistas. Wonderful places to swim, both fresh and sea water. Incredible gorges around northern parts, and ancient bridges around others. Tarr Steps is particularly beautiful and historic. Pretty villages scattered throughout, and Dulverton, Exford, Porlock, Lynton and Lynmouth are some of my favourites. Whilst there look out for a traditional Devon cream tea. The Moors themselves can be bleak, so ensure if you walk on them you take a map and compass, and know how to use them!

Breathe taking place , many local treasures to find . Next time we will bring our proper hiking gears . ❤️❤️❤️

Beautiful nature. Tearooms and inns everywhere. Friendly people. Love this part of the country

We had a lovely walk round here. Lovely area to get away from the hustle and bustle. Views are amazing

This botanical garden was incredible! Free entry and no need to wait and you could come in whenever! Scenery is beautiful and has a lovely pond! Would recommend! Only thing is it’s a long walk 😅

Free to visit. Hidden garden with fantastic view over Shaldon/Teignmouth. Steep access but worth getting to the top. Very peaceful place to chill and sit. Small cafe in the Castle building limited opening.

Found this little gem on the route out of Teignmouth today and was very impressed with its peaceful, beautiful walk. The circular walk took us about half an hour to complete and we were treated to a look inside the renovation of the folly by resident gardener Gary. He told us lots about the history of the gardens and was very helpful. Entry was free and we were treated to amazing views

Visited Homeyard Botanical Gardens yesterday morning with my wife. It is a beautiful little place tucked away on the hillside. I can imagine it looks different as the seasons change. Well worth a visit and the history of the gardens are fascinating.

What a lovely place! We weren't expecting to find this tucked away on our first visit to Shaldon. The spring colours coming out on the trees was beautiful. Steep and lots of steps, but we'll worth visiting. A lovely find.

Great quiet place for a walk. The views out towards Teignmouth are stunning and the gardens are well kept and varied. There is a small castle at the top of the hill which is available for events. The walk is not for the feint hearted as there's a lot of steps and slopes. Well worth a visit.

The gardens are inspiring, with an authentic feel to them that I find hard to describe. You will not find the usual over-rated boring topiary here, but instead, magnificent trees, elegant borders, well looked after plants, unusual varieties, and combinations that make you want to try new things. There is a lot to see and ideas to implement at home. The castle itself is nice too, but the gardens elevate the visit to a level I did not quite expect.

Visited on a sunday afternoon. A warm welcome .Pleasant well maintained gardens. Lovely tall trees and a real feel of history.

What wonderful setting. We were welcomed in by the owner and allowed to look around at our own pace, taking in as much information as we could from well detailed notes, the gardens have so much to offer including wildlife. With so much historic interest made this a great afternoon.

A lucky visit on their last date for 2025 season. A charming castle with fairytale-esque ruins, stacks of history, and knowledgeable guides. We were able to try out armour, scramble the tower, and peer down the UKs longest medieval toilet.

well worth your time and money to see this beautifully maintained attraction Tiverton

Beautiful, compact castle full of interesting history and artifacts. The grounds are well maintained and the fruit and veggie garden are most impressive, even in autumn which is when we visited. Boots recommended if you venture down the trail to the river! We stayed in the adjoining Barton Castle accommodation and this too was very spacious, comfortable and well heated, and not very many squeaky floors either which you might otherwise normally expect! Even during these times of Covid19, although some things were removed like the extensive library collection and being asked to bring our own towels etc., we were made to feel very welcome and the kids loved the space. Thoroughly recommended and we're told it's even better in the summer!

A lovely afternoon amidst the autumn flowers, nice chat with the owners too.

A beautiful, peaceful sanctuary that is tucked away from the world. No children or dogs. Plenty of squirrels and blackbirds.

I love this little gardens, been going for many years, lots of wildlife and flowers, my favourite is the Wisteria but u have to catch it at the right time, usually the beginning of May. The squirrels are so friendly and are always funny to watch 😊

This such a delight.. its very rare to find somewhere with no kids and no dogs!! It was so peaceful. The gardens are so well kept, and would definitely recommend a visit here... its tucked away, but worth a visit!

Birds singing a place of peace. No dogs or children allowed.

Beautiful and tranquil garden.originally owned my a Miss Tessier. Secluded from the road. Very many different types of beautiful flowers. There's a small pond with some fish in there. Children aren't allowed. Great for bird watching.

A lovely park hidden away so nice and peaceful. Lots of beautiful flowers and bees.

Beautiful tranquil atmosphere. Gardens are gorgeous and maintained by a lovely group of volunteers. There are no children or dogs allowed as part of the rules of the legacy . Great place to unwind with accessible footpaths for less mobile visitors

Did the 13 Tors day hike for Marie Curie Charity. Amazing views and people! Just need to prep gear, snacks, take all your rubhish with you, observe the byelaws and remember to use toilets!

Spectacular place, so much to see and do, if you like Tors, desolate moors, valleys with trees, reservoirs, lakes, streams, rivers and woods, then this is the place for you. Wonderful to see all the Dartmoor ponies and foals, cattle and sheep roaming free. Loads of walks from easy, to moderate, to hard ones, so many different Tors to see.. Lots of cycling tracks, and areas to go horse riding. The scenery is breathtaking. Plenty of pubs along the route to stop at for food and drink. Places to stop for picnics as so many car parks all over the moors. Stunning little villages around too. Well worth a visit.

Every time I visit England, I always love going back to Dartmoor. I first came here as a child, and it’s just as beautiful now as I remember. The hikes are great, whether you want an easy walk or something more challenging, and the scenery is stunning. Seeing the wild ponies and the wide open moors always makes it feel special. It’s one of those places I never get tired of visiting.

I love this place with all my heart. I’ve walked across the moors countless times, and every time I go, it’s better than the last. Standing on top of Haytor Rocks feels like nature itself is running through my body like lightning.

Wild, slightly windswept, exposed, grassy, treeless, and a lot of cute horses. Reminds me a lot of Forest of Bowland in Lancashire, but of course, with the granite, it is its own beast. The views are expansive, and it shuttles you between a handful of high, bumpy plateaus, then short fast dips into verdant hedgerowed hamlets, then back into windswept plateaus again. Perfect countryside for bike riding, and hopefully the suggested speed limits on the road are adhered to, as the straight roads do seem to encourage wild driving at times. I love the big descent down Pork Hill to Tavistock, and the one down to Exeter - and of course they are for great ascents too, nice and steady. Come to see the cute Dartmoor Ponies too - they’re very short and quite timid, like Shetlands without the attitude problems. but treat them with care, they still need to feel wild, not domesticated.

Bleak desolate and absolutely stunning! My first visit as a teenager; Dartmoor near Okehampton… it has pulled me back my whole adult life, my favourite place to hike! It has everything. It’s peaceful, interesting and makes you want to keep going back for more. It has a wealth of interesting things to see, old ranges, rock formations and plenty of wildlife. You can hike for days and still be just as blown away by the scenery. At certain times of the year you might even spot a few Army cadets from the local camp dotted around the area. If you’re looking for somewhere to hike, unwind and take a breath this area definitely doesn’t disappoint!

Dartmoor is a wonderful National Park to visit, just to look or walk. So much history. We are so lucky to have this on our doorstep. A great place to cycle, motorcycle, or even drive your car. Remember to bring protective clothing if you plan on walking, as the weather can change dramatically in little time. Enjoy seeing the wild ponies, but remember to never feed them, this encourages them onto the roads and increases the chances of accidents. Please also remember that the speed limit is 40mph, and for good reason. By far the majority of people adhere to the limit, but a few don't.

Beautiful location, site had a good range of activities and most staff were friendly. Some parts look a bit dated and the overall cleanliness in restaurants, swimming pools etc wasn't great, broken glass in the children's play area which they seemed to shrug off as normal. Children's evening entertainment was good although the bar fills up very quickly so get there early, again lots of uncleaned tables and chairs but it didn't ruin our holiday.

Gorgeous site with sea views, very steep hills, not impossible to walk around but a level of fitness is required especially in the scorching sun. Entertainment and activities in the park are all good, so much to do on top of swimming, play areas and arcade. The main downside is the irresponsible parents letting their kids run wild and no one watching them three times my toddler has been hurt by another child (pinched while on the dancefloor, kicked in the face in soft play and yanked from a ride in arcade) all three times I was there and all three times I've tried to but cannot locate any parents regardless of signs saying children must be supervised.

Great place! I fell in love with the Seaview and the birds singing in the morning. So peaceful and quite. Place was kept very clean, felt secure and safe. Stayed in diamond Lodge and it was perfect, only slight disappointment with the room that one of the bathroom sinks were a bit blocked and no toilet brush or dustpan to sweep mess into, apart from those little things it was a fantastic time away as a family, loads to do. Food was great. Plenty of activities to do on and off site. Would definitely recommend and will definitely stay again.

Great place for a family getaway. Caravans are very clean on arrival accept there are a lot of fag nubs outside every caravan that I saw including my own but not too bad as it's outside and visitor's should dispose of them and not just throw them under the caravans. Bird poop up the windows to look at while your looking at the sea view, again, this isn't too bad as id rather be outside than looking outside but this is the reason for 4 stars. Some staff wasn't very knowledgeable about where things/places are but did get someone to help or at least point us in the right direction to someone that could. Activities were very expensive I only booked 2 for the kids. £25 each for the aerial obstacle course that lasts around 20 to 30 minutes depending on how fast you are so for that price you should get 2 goes around and that would be the hour that you pay for, I felt a little robbed as I wasn't going to do it but my daughter was too small to do it without me so I had to pay for myself too and my daughter was way Infront I didn't see her so much at all so I paid for nothing, my daughter also told me the next day that the person that was with her most the way wasn't very nice to her and made her feel like crap how he was talking to her so I might just put a complaint to customer service, not that they will do anything, so at least maybe it won't happen again but overall we did all enjoy the experience. Climbing wall was great for the kids, they all loved it. The beach was very clean and tidy with a lifeguard on duty in the day times. I would recommend going but if there are a lot of you then you will need a lot of money to experience the activities but there are a few free things to do too.

Beautiful location. Beach shack amazing for being massively dog friendly. Beer and service spot on. Wetherspoons breakfast- spot on. Beer spot on. Calpones show bar, great entertainment, friendly staff…Brandon is the guy for proper cocktails! Sports bar…sorry, but disgusting doesn’t even cut it…we left our beers…no exaggeration, extreme line clean is needed or new equipment. Amount of footfall, the draught beer shouldn’t be that horrendous. Pet friendly static was standard and comfy, no issues. Don’t agree with the whole time slot bookings…especially some of the early ones…spend my working week getting up early…on holiday I’d like to be able to relax…all very regimented if you want to do activities…35days for a refund…bit of a joke when the staff say “do you really want to go”, when it’s hammering it down, then deciding the ‘aerial course’ probably wasn’t a great idea with torrential rain and a slightly less confident adventurer. I’m pretty confident but didn’t see a ‘good time’ in that sort of weather. Arcade is huge and very addictive…enjoyed most of our time in it. Entertainment is great if you like whatever is on. Beach is lovely…views amazing. The site is what you make of it…was grateful to get a last chance booking, well priced, after our initial holiday was cancelled last minute.

Too big, too noisy, too Hilly. expensive for kiddies meals and drinks. Arcade very triggering for neuro spicy people. Bit of a maze, beware of kiddos on the steps, they're easy to tumble on fun for the older superheros tho until they miss a step. Club seating appalling , small cramped tables.

Thoroughly enjoyed this particular Haven Site. Enormous Arcade area, friendly fast service, on site Restaurant served lovely meals. Lots for the young ones to do and great location for those that enjoy good walks. Highly recommend a visit here.

Well worth a visit, a beautiful gardens with a café that would put most cafés to shame, coffee served individually in a café tier and tea served as tea leaves in a tea pot with an internal strainer, now that is almost unheard of and far cheaper than most! Back to the garden, the Italian garden is without doubt the best.

I had a pleasant visit to Tapeley Park Gardens. The views over the North Devon coast are simply wonderful and definitely worth the trip up! I especially enjoyed wandering around the different garden areas, particularly the Italian Terraces, and appreciated the focus on organic gardening and permaculture. They also have a lovely tea room on site. We ordered the cream tea, which was a nice addition to the afternoon, and we had a good time relaxing there after our walk. Highly recommended!

Very peaceful garden with woodland area and small lake. Italian inspired terraces are beautiful as are the views over the estuary. Popular with dog walkers. Lovely tea room.

Acres of beautiful grounds to explore. The gardens are really interesting with a Quintessential Tea/Coffee shop that caters for home_cooked style, lunch menu. This lovely gem isn't yet commercialised and is Reminiscent of a bye-gone era ...Very relaxing! Caters for dog walkers too.

Went on a quiet day in October 2025. Lovely views and walks. An orchard to see, along with an Italian garden. Sea views and a lovely cafeteria.

Fine gardens for a good walk around. Sadly there wasn't really any lunch available in the cafe. Had scones and cake instead.

Beautiful place, loved the Italian gardens, icing on the cake, got up close to the highland cows, love them so much ❤️

Beautifully laid out gardens for a nice walk whatever the weather. Fantastic range of food and drink options for a little cafe - The Bird House. A few seats inside and outside, but plenty of park land to side in and enjoy too.

A nice gentle walk around the park then a stop off at the lovely cafe, they even put out blankets to cover your knees on cold days and the food is great

Really calm & beautiful gardens with a fantastic little cafe. The wyseria tunnel is stunning & the lawn bowls only add to the charm of this park.

Visited to see the lovely Wisteria tunnel which is still in bloom

My sister had a pop up shop next to the little coffee shop. Lovely surroundings, good coffee and kid's play area. Nice park in the middle of the city. Easy to park.

Lovely place to walk around and relax. Bowling green and croquet together with beautiful trees and the famous wisteria arch.

Nice quiet atmosphere. Lucky enough to see the wisteria and it’s close to home!

A beautiful garden with stunning views across the Axe Valley. The gardens have many areas to explore and feel very tranquil. There are wildflower meadows, wooded glades and a beautiful selection of plants and flowers. There are many birds and butterflies; it’s a real haven for nature here. There is a nice tea room and a plant nursery too. Overall a lovely place to visit especially on a sunny day.

Small but perfectly formed garden. Just over 12 acres in size but seems much larger, because there is so much to see. It is clearly a popular destination, but it doesn't feel as though you are treading on anyone's toes. It hosts a wide variety of plants and an imaginative planting scheme (developed over a few decades, so feels very natural), and we had a chat with the owner down by the (large) fish pond. Our visit was at the end of April, under a cloudless sky, which added further value to the experience.

A beautiful area, fabulous views and well cared for gardens. May time and the azaleas looked stunning and the garden smelling beautiful. Plenty of areas to sit and enjoy the views.

Nice garden although it’s quite small. Visiting a garden in April will obviously limit what is in flower but there are some lovely areas to walk through. We will have to visit later in the year. Friendly team and good value for money especially the plant nursery.

The 3rd time I've visited these beautiful gardens and woods and they never disappoint. They are simply stunning with some lovely walks and a great little tea room serving food and refreshments.

Only visited the tea room unfortunately due to the weather. Lovely food and staff were friendly. What I did glimpse of the garden was absolutely beautiful and so well kept. Hopefully I will get to visit again.

What a hidden gem, close to Lyme Regis, Axminster and Honiton. Beautiful gardens, lots of parking close to the entrance, delightful cafe, stunning seating areas, a plant nursery....and lots more. All the vision of one lady, and now her grandson. We will definitely return.

This is a splendid Victorian walled garden that’s completely organic. Glorious views to the sea are coupled with craggy apple trees in the walled garden surrounded by so many flowers.

The garden area is lovely and interesting. The Church and graveyard are outstanding. The Church outside and in just breathtaking.

Definitely a place to visit, wow what a fantastic experience. Steep walk down but plenty to see a few great pubs to help the walk back up. The gardens are truly beautiful as is the church. A must visit place to go

Beautiful, humble, wholesome and ‘Secret Garden’ vibes can be found at this lovely garden. Very low key, with a small selection of their own produce on sale - this gorgeous little walled garden is well-worth a visit. Peaceful and a calming addition to the character of Clovelly…

What a delightful find. Beautiful old Victorian walled kitchen garden. Unbelievable glasshouses with peaches, nectarines, grapes, cucumbers, tomatoes and flowers. Excellently run by Neil the Head Gardener and three others. Grassed area with sea views and a woodland area complete the picture. Small shop for in season produce and plants. Honesty box for payment.

Clovelly is amazing, and you get access to the gardens as part of your ticket..... worth a walk up. But I'd not make a special trip compared to others we visited.

Absolutely beautiful. Visited with my son and we thoroughly enjoyed it.