Things To Do near Dartmoor Zoo
Greenway Quay, Dartmouth, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
Quay from which to explore the lower section of the River Dart Quay below Greenway (National Trust) which was once Agatha Christie's holiday home. Ferries run from Greenway Quay across the water to Dittisham or down the River Dart to Dartmouth. Ring the bell on the quay to take th...
Greenway/Dittisham Ferry, Dartmouth, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
Ferry connecting Greenway (National Trust) and the pretty village of Dittisham A ferry runs between Greenway Quay just below Greenway (National Trust) on the east side of the River Dart and a pontoon in the pretty village Dittisham on the west side of the River Dart. The Ferry Boat I...
Compton Castle (National Trust), Torquay, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
National Trust property located behind The English Riviera and south of Newton Abbot in Devon Compton Castle (National Trust) is an extraordinary building and something you'd expect to see in the Highlands & Islands of Scotland. There are restricted opening hours so please see the National Trust...
Slapton Sands (Beach), Torcross, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
Huge shingle beach lining Start Bay Slapton Sands (Beach) is a huge, narrow shingle beach running along the centre of Start Bay. It's within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Behind the beach are Slapton Ley National Nature Reserve and the Torcross Sherman Tank. T...
Torcross Sherman Tank, Torcross, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
South Devon's quirkiest landmark and its tragic story Drive the A379 between Slapton Sands (Beach) and Slapton Ley National Nature Reserve and you'll see a Sherman tank in the corner of the car park by Torcross. The quirky landmark is associated with a tragic story. The Sherman is a ...
Start Bay Inn, Torcross, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
Amazing setting towards the centre of Start Bay Start Bay Inn is in the pretty coastal village Torcross in South Devon. The impressive shingle beach Slapton Sands (Beach) runs north and north east of the village and forms part of Start Bay after which the inn is named. Slapton Ley National N...
East Dartmoor National Nature Reserve, Bovey Tracey, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
England's first National Nature Reserve England's first National Nature Reserve*, the East Dartmoor National Nature Reserve consists of parts of the Bovey Valley, Trendlebere Down and Yarner Wood. It's situated in the east section of Dartmoor National Park near Bovey Tracey and is easily acces...
Greenway (National Trust), Dartmouth, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
Agatha Christie's holiday home Once Agatha Christie's holiday home, today Greenway is a National Trust property in a glorious setting above the River Dart near Dartmouth and Kingswear. 'Here you are given a glimpse into the lives of the famous author Agatha Christie and her family. T...
Blackpool Sands (Beach), Torcross, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
One of Devon's most popular family beaches Blackpool Sands is one of Devon's most popular family beaches. Dartmouth is to the north east and Torcross to the south west. Also to the south west are Salcombe and Kingsbridge on the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary. Blackpool Sands is a shingle be...
Torcross South West Coast Path Walk, Torcross, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
The South West Coast Path at Torcross The South West Coast Path can be broken down into sections that have distinct characteristics. Exmoor, the Hartland Peninsula and North Cornwall are, for example, rugged with very steep ascents and descents. The South West Coast Path at Torcross in Start Bay...
Best South Devon Beaches, Dartmouth, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
Beach holiday in South Devon South Devon is one of the UK's top destinations for a beach holiday. To help you choose a beach location, we've listed South Devon beaches below. Click through on each recommendation to learn more. We start with our top ten recommendations for South Devon beaches a...
The Miniature Pony Centre, Bovey Tracey, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
Essential South Devon and Dartmoor visiting if you have young kids A Dartmoor highlight for young children, The Miniature Pony Centre's just south west of Moretonhampstead on the B3212 which cuts across the National Park. Location of The Miniature Pony Centre We've positioned ...
Maceley Cove (Beach), Salcombe, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
Magnificent 'secret' beach at the tip of South Devon The coast west and east of the mouth of the Salcombe Kingsbridge Estuary is rugged and beautiful. To the east, the South West Coast Path winds its way around and over rocky headlands and behind stunning beaches. In many cases, steep paths take...
Bradley (National Trust), Exeter, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
Medieval manor house on the outskirts of Newton Abbot Bradley is a medieval manor house situated in Bradley Estate on the outskirts of Newton Abbot. It 'lies in the River Lemon Valley and covers 100 acres of hay meadows, old orchards, hedgerows and woodlands'. (Information board on site) As is...
Dart Valley Trail, Dartmouth, South Devon (approx. 18 miles away)
Long distance walking trail by the River Dart The Dart Valley Trail is a beautiful long distance trail that runs along the banks of the River Dart and Estuary in South Devon. The trail connects Totnes to Dartmouth on the South Devon coast. Running north west to south east, the Dart Val...