Things To Do near Dartmoor Pony Heritage Trust Education and Visitor Centre
Rougemont Castle (Exeter Castle), Exeter, South Devon (approx. 12 miles away)
The oldest standing castle building in England Rougemont Castle, or Exeter Castle, was built shortly after the Norman Conquest. The main attraction today is the fine gatehouse which is said to be the oldest standing castle building in England. There's an information board by the gatehouse prov...
The Devon Witches, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 12 miles away)
Last people in England to be executed for witchcraft tried here and hanged The last people in England to be executed for witchcraft were tried and hanged in Exeter. There's a plaque on a wall of the ruined Rougemont Castle that reads: 'THE DEVON WITCHES. IN MEMORY OF Temperance Lloyd Susannah...
Exeter City Wall Trail, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 12 miles away)
Exeter's Roman wall Exeter City Wall was 'built by the Romans about 200A.D., since repaired by others. Much of the City Wall still stands, some of it of original Roman workmanship'. (Source: information plaque on the Exeter City Wall, photo provided) Locations on the Exeter City Wall...
Exeter's Underground Passages, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 12 miles away)
Medieval tunnels running underneath the city of Exeter Exeter's Underground Passages are medieval tunnels running underneath the city of Exeter. The tunnels were built to supply water to the city. According to the guidebook, 'no similar system of passages can be explored by the public e...
Torquay Watersports, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 12 miles away)
Watersports from the beaches and harbours at Torquay The Torquay area is known for its surfing, bodyboarding, windsurfing, sea kayaking and stand up paddle boarding. Head to one of its beaches or harbours to enjoy these activities. If you don't have any kit, we'd recommend the suppliers...
Torquay Harbour, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 12 miles away)
Spectacular location on the Torquay waterfront Set in a spectacular location on the Torquay waterfront, Torquay Harbour is close to some of The English Riviera's best attractions including Living Coasts, Torre Abbey and Kents Cavern. The local area is packed with restaurants, pubs an...
Torquay Ferries and Boat Trips, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 12 miles away)
Ferries and boat trips from Torquay There are many kiosks at Torquay Inner Harbour/Outer Harbour providing boat trips. You can book tickets on the day you visit. Ferries from Torquay Ferries run across Tor Bay to Brixham and Paignton. Western Lady Ferry Service provides&nb...
Warren Point, Dawlish Warren, South Devon (approx. 12 miles away)
Great beach walk with views Warren Point is at the north eastern end of the sand spit that pushes out from Dawlish Warren into the mouth of the Exe Estuary. It provides superb views of the estuary, Exmouth and start of the Dorset and East Devon Coast UNESCO World Heritage Site which is commo...
Torquay South West Coast Path Walk, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 12 miles away)
The South West Coast Path at Torquay Torquay is an amazing place. Packed with visitor attractions, the stretch of coast path running east and north of central Torquay is remarkable. Huge views open out across Tor Bay to Brixham and Berry Head at the southern end of The English Riviera. The South...
Torquay Museum, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 12 miles away)
One of Devon's best musems Just up the road from Torquay Marina in the heart of The English Riviera, this superb local museum provides lots of great information about The English Riviera Geopark, the amazing journeys undertaken by local explorers and Devon life through the centuries. The museu...
Torquay Agatha Christie, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 12 miles away)
The English Riviera's most famous inhabitant Agatha Christie is, arguably, The English Riviera's most famous inhabitant. Born in Torquay on 15 September 1890, you can learn more about her life and work in Torquay Museum and by following the trail around town. Location of Agatha Chris...
Anstey's Cove (Beach), Torquay, South Devon (approx. 12 miles away)
Small beach set beneath dramatic cliffs on The English Riviera There's a large car park above the cove and a steep path takes you down to the beach where you'll find a cafe, seating and viewing area. Owing to rockfall, part of the cove is closed to the public. We'd recommend heading north...
Exe Estuary and Exmouth Ferries and Boat Trips, Exeter, South Devon (approx. 12 miles away)
Ferries in the Exe Estuary and from Exmouth Ferries run from numerous places in the Exe Estuary. These include Starcross, The Turf pub, Topsham and Exmouth. Starcross/Exmouth Ferry A ferry runs between Starcross and Exmouth. In Starcross, head for the railway station. Cross the...
Living Coasts, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 12 miles away)
Major attraction on The English RIviera Located on the Torquay waterfront, Living Coasts is a major attraction on The English Riviera. Marketed as 'Torquay's coastal zoo', you 'take a journey around the coasts of the world where amazing plants and animals live life on the edge. At Living...
Best South Devon Zoos, Torquay, South Devon (approx. 12 miles away)
You could spend your entire holiday in South Devon visiting zoos, wildlife centres and farms. We list the best below. South Devon Living Coasts. Wander around the waterfront area of Torquay and you'll see a distinctive construction of netting hung from a metal framework. This is...