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Jill Pendleton at Castle Drogo Devon"Hi, I'm Jill Pendleton,
I've run this website for 12 years. I'm passionate about Dartmoor, and I want you to find the best places to stay when you visit." Jill's Blog

Dartmoor Devon B&B Hotels Self-catering Camping & Youth Hostels and camping barns

Family days out on Dartmoor in Devon
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Click on Devon Wildlife Trust to see what events are happening with Devon's wildlife
conservation trust. There are lots of things going on right through the Summer, so go
along and have fun and at the same time discover ways for all members of the family
to help conserve wildlife.
Tel 01392 279244

donkey at Miniature Pony Centre, DevonThe Miniature Pony Centre at Moretonhampstead will take up a whole day. Activities such as feeding the animals, pony grooming, collecting the eggs, pony rides on Freckles, Magpie, Harry or Bubbles, putting the donkeys to bed at the end of the afternoon, and pets corner are a delight for children of all ages. Kids love the play area, ride on tractors, and the playpark with it's climbing wall. Set in 20 acres of beautiful parkland within Dartmoor National Park. Cafe with good food on offer.Tel 01647 432400.Click here for a 10% discount voucher for admission to the Centre

The House of Marbles, Devon
The House of Marbles
at Bovey Tracey. Fascinating Marble run on the stairs in the shop with
marbles of every kind travelling in every direction. Interesting museum. Wide choice of
toys on sale and a great restaurant.  Eat outside in a pleasant garden on sunny days.
Great carrot cake. Well recommended. Free easy parking.
Tel 01626 835285.

Canonteign Falls, DevonCanonteign Falls This is where you will find England's highest waterfall with a huge
220 foot drop. Nature and wildlife trails. Walks through woodland, wetlands, lakes
and park land. Play areas for children. Café. BBQs in summer. Cream teas. Gift shop
Dogs on leads welcome. Free Parking
Tel 01647 221259
Click here for a 10% discount voucher for admission to Canonteign Falls

Castle Drogo in DevonCastle Drogo between Chagford and Drewsteignton A National Trust property and the last
Castle to be built in England, with staggering views over the River Teign. Castle Drogo rooftop photos. Garden and refreshments. Events at this property can be found on our what's on page
Telephone 01647 433306 Open every day 11a.m. to 5p.m. until November 1st,
11a.m. to 4p.m. November 28th to December 13th and 11a.m. to 4p.m. 19th to 23rd December

Becky Falls brochure, Devon

Becky Falls at Manaton. Dartmoor Waterfall, quiz trail and letterboxing challenge for children. Cafeteria and picnics in the park. Boulders to clamber on. Craft shop and
gift shop. Help feed the animals
.
Tel 01647 221259 Click here for £2 discount voucher



Pixieland, DevonPixieland Here is where you will find all sorts of pixies... fishing, some with shovels, some
with brooms... even a Cinderella pixie.   All kinds of presents to take home from sheepskin
rugs of every colour to Devon Violet perfume. Very central on Dartmoor,
close to Dartmeet, where there is a tearoom.
Tel 01364 631412.

dartmoor prison layout, DevonDartmoor Prison Heritage Centre at Princetown. Unlocking the history of one of England's most
famous prisons, Dartmoor Prison Museum reflects the heritage of  Dartmoor Prison from
Prisoner of War Depot to the present day. Interesting collection of artefacts provides a unique
insight into prison life both past and present.
Tel 01822 892130.

beads from dartington Cider Press, DevonDartington Cider Press Centre Shinners Bridge, Dartington, Totnes.
Quality goods to buy...great food on offer and excellent organic food
at the Crank's Restaurant. Shops, exhibitions and some entertainment. 
Good place to spend a couple of hours with the family.
Tel 01803 847500

 

river dart adventure park, DevonRiver Dart Adventures Canoeing, Indoor Climbing, Mega Zip Wire, High Ropes Course
A fun and exciting tree top challenge. Beautiful parkland, all 90 acres of it.
Toddler's beach, assault course, Spider's Web to climb on, Jungle fun, wooden play
fort to climb and whatever you do...don't miss the pirate ship !
Tel 01364 652511


morwellham quay, Devon
Morwellham Quay
Near to Tavistock. Award winning museum and
visitor centre where friendly staff in costume chat with visitors
.
Exciting narrow gauge underground railway into the mine.
This quayside family attraction runs alongside the very picturesque River Tamar.
They have an occasional car show, and folk music event.
Tel 01822 832766
Open every day up to Christmas

otter, Buckfst Butterflies & Dartmoor Otters, Devon
Buckfast Butterflies & Dartmoor Otters
at Buckfastleigh
Tel 01364 642916
Where butterflies land on your shoulder within a greenhouse.
Learn about butterflies, larva, eggs and pupa. Butterfly conservation.
See otters swimming underwater. Find out about otters from around the world.

Pennywell Farm at Buckfastleigh in Devon
Pennywell Farm & Wildlife Centre at Buckfastleigh Tel 01364 642023
Opens from the 13th February until 31st October. Opening times 10 am to 5pm
7 days a week
. You can get close with the animals see a falconry display and use
the undercover and outdoor play areas. Click here for a discount voucher.