Things To Do near Avon Dam Reservoir
Dartington, Totnes, South Devon (approx. 8 miles away)
One of South Devon's major cultural and leisure attractions Dartington Hall Estate sits on the edge of Totnes. It's home to a dizzying array or cultural and leisure attractions from the amazing Dartington Hall Gardens to Dartington Hall, the Barn Theatre & Cinema to The Shops At Dartington....
Leather Tor, Plymouth, South Devon (approx. 8 miles away)
Miniature version of Snowdonia National Park's superb Tryfan If you're familiar with the mountains of Snowdonia National Park, Leather Tor is a miniature version of the superb Tryfan. A fin of rock rising steeply from the surrounding moorland, Leather Tor is great for a scramble. It als...
Burrator Reservoir, Plymouth, South Devon (approx. 8 miles away)
Stunning reservoir fringed by plantations and tors in the south west section of Dartmoor National Park Burrator Reservoir, or Burrator, is an exceptionally popular Dartmoor beauty spot in the south west section of the National Park. It sits below the busy B3212 between Princetown and Yelverton....
Totnes Narrows, Totnes, South Devon (approx. 8 miles away)
Welcome to the historic Narrows! If you're exploring Totnes on foot, start at the River Dart/Bridgetown in the centre of town. A road climbs from the River Dart/Bridgetown in the direction of Totnes Castle (English Heritage) and then arcs into the historic Narrows. The lower section of this ro...
Totnes Castle (English Heritage), Totnes, South Devon (approx. 8 miles away)
Excellent example of a motte and bailey castle overlooking Totnes and the River Dart Built by the Normans in the eleventh century, Totnes Castle is an excellent example of a motte and bailey castle.* Wander up into the keep and then walk around its ramparts. There are stunning views...
Totnes Rare Breeds Farm, Totnes, South Devon (approx. 8 miles away)
Great place for young kids to enjoy and learn about animals Totnes Rare Breeds Farm sits on the outskirts of Totnes. It's compact which is great for young kids. Highlights include the owls and red squirrels, the goats and tiny mice. Make sure you enter the enclosures where per...
Totnes Market, Totnes, South Devon (approx. 8 miles away)
Market by Totnes Castle (English Heritage) The Totnes area is one of South Devon's best shopping destinations. There are The Shops At Dartington, the many independent shops that line Fore Street, High Street and the Narrows in central Totnes and the superb Totnes Market. Located near Totnes Castl...
Totnes Museum, Totnes, South Devon (approx. 8 miles away)
One of South Devon's many excellent local museums. Local musuem at the top of Fore Street in the centre of Totnes. Totnes Museum is one of South Devon's many excellent local museums. Others include Dartmouth Museum, Newton Abbot Town & Great Western Railway Museum, Teign Heritage Centre (Teign...
River Plym, Plymouth, South Devon (approx. 8 miles away)
River flowing from Dartmoor's high moor to Plymouth Sound The River Plym rises at Plym Head on Dartmoor's south moor. Plym Head is close to Ducks' Pool and the William Crossing Memorial Stone/Monument on Crane Hill. The moorland forming Crane Hill is surprisingly easy to walk given the numbe...
Totnes Boat Trips, Totnes, South Devon (approx. 9 miles away)
Boat trips from Totnes Totnes is located on the River Dart. The boat trip running between Totnes and Dartmouth is a South Devon classic. Head down to the Totnes Steamer Quay if you're staying in Totnes. There's plenty of parking down on the quay if you're driving from other areas of South Devo...
The Dewerstone, Plymouth, South Devon (approx. 9 miles away)
South Devon and Dartmoor beauty spot The Dewerstone is a well-known beauty spot in the southern section of Dartmoor National Park. It's at the south west end of the Dewerstone Valley. The Dewerstone is known for its climbing routes. The vertical rock faces are marked the Dewerstone Crags...
Haytor Rocks, Bovey Tracey, South Devon (approx. 9 miles away)
Dartmoor's most famous tor Haytor Rocks is probably Dartmoor National Park's most famous tor. Owing to its location on the eastern fringe of Dartmoor above populated areas such as The English Riviera, it can get exceptionally busy on the rocks during the summer months, on long bank holiday weeken...
Hound Tor, Bovey Tracey, South Devon (approx. 9 miles away)
Impressive, popular and very easily accessible Dartmoor tor One of Dartmoor's most impressive and popular tors, Hound Tor is located in the east section of the National Park across the valley from Haytor Rocks. As is the case with Haytor Rocks, Hound Tor is very easily accessible. &n...
Berry Pomeroy Castle (English Heritage), Totnes, South Devon (approx. 10 miles away)
English Heritage castle ruin near Totnes Berry Pomeroy Castle (English Heritage) is a magnificent castle ruin in a stunning location near Totnes. There are woodland walks and a small lake below the castle. You can also take a break in the restaurant/cafe (great Devon cream teas) an...
Sharpham, Totnes, South Devon (approx. 10 miles away)
Wine and cheese tasting and tours in South Devon The Sharpham Estate runs along the River Dart at Ashprington just outside Totnes. Sharpham is one of England's foremost quality wine producers. Book yourself a wine and cheese tasting experience or take a tour around the vineyard. Note that...