Suggestions for local restaurants and places to visit
Sightseeing
Buckfast Abbey
Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary
Dart Bridge RoadSteam train running along the Dart between Buckfastleigh and Totnes
57 locals recommend
South Devon Railway station
Dartbridge RoadSteam train running along the Dart between Buckfastleigh and Totnes
Haytor Rocks
Most famous tor on Dartmoor but there are many more
The Miniature Pony Centre
Great for kids
Pennywell Farm
Lower DeanGreat for young children
River Dart Country Park
Good family day out
But lots of other beaches at https://www.visitsouthdevon.co.uk/beaches
183 locals recommend
Bantham Beach
But lots of other beaches at https://www.visitsouthdevon.co.uk/beaches
National Trust - Castle Drogo
DriveBeautiful little village, and lovely walks up Lustleigh Cleave - particularly gorgeous when the bluebells are out
13 locals recommend
Lustleigh
Beautiful little village, and lovely walks up Lustleigh Cleave - particularly gorgeous when the bluebells are out
Victorian restoration of bronze age settlement. Lovely walks over Hameldown from here.
9 locals recommend
Grimspound
B3212Victorian restoration of bronze age settlement. Lovely walks over Hameldown from here.
Wistman's Wood
Ancient stunted oak woodland - very atmospheric
Little hamlet - good starting point for walks, visitor centre
7 locals recommend
Postbridge Clapper Bridge
Little hamlet - good starting point for walks, visitor centre
National Marine Aquarium
Great for a rainy day but can get super busy
Morwellham Quay
Ancient working village
Becky Falls Ancient Woodland Park Limited
Beautiful waterfalls and woodland walks
Lovely boat trips down the Dart from Totnes
39 locals recommend
Dartmouth Steam Railway & River Boat Company
The SquareLovely boat trips down the Dart from Totnes
Slightly weird shopping experience, good value carpets, and rides for the kids. Some people love it, a lot of people hate it...
40 locals recommend
Trago Mills
Slightly weird shopping experience, good value carpets, and rides for the kids. Some people love it, a lot of people hate it...
Exeter Cathedral
1 The Cloisters
Greenway House
Dartington Deer Park
Lovely deer park by the river in Dartington
Dartington Trust
Lovely gardens
About an hour away, but great if you fancy a ride straight out on to the moor.
20 locals recommend
Cholwell Riding Stables.
About an hour away, but great if you fancy a ride straight out on to the moor.
Food scene
Historic pub that claims to have had a fire burning for over 100 years
23 locals recommend
Warren House Inn
Historic pub that claims to have had a fire burning for over 100 years
The Cott Inn
Cott LaneGreat pub food - needs booking in advance as it's so popular
Rumour wine bar and restaurant
30 High StGood family restaurant, good pizzas
Great organic food, long shared tables, great experience
120 locals recommend
Riverford Field Kitchen - Organic Restaurant
Great organic food, long shared tables, great experience
Gather
50 Fore StLocal fine dining
The Red Mullet
1 St Lawrence LnLocal fish and chips - closed Sundays and Mondays
Balti King
5 Ticklemore StCurry house
After a stroll around the gardens or deer park the Green Table is great for a light lunch/coffee and cake
34 locals recommend
The Green Table
After a stroll around the gardens or deer park the Green Table is great for a light lunch/coffee and cake
The Rugglestone Inn
Lovely old pub nestled in the valley in Widecombe
Ullacombe Farm Cafe & Shop
Haytor RoadFarm shop and cafe on the moor
The Old Library Restaurant
North StreetGreat for a lazy morning brunch
Great food, not the cheapest but fabulous quality, and on some nights wood fired pizzas
14 locals recommend
Live & Let Live Inn
Great food, not the cheapest but fabulous quality, and on some nights wood fired pizzas
Neighbourhoods
The Hoe
Totnes
Ancient market town, lots of hippy shops, lots of lovely cafes
check out www.visitdartmoor.co.uk for loads of inspiration and their what's on guide
799 locals recommend
Dartmoor National Park
PL20check out www.visitdartmoor.co.uk for loads of inspiration and their what's on guide