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Dartmoor Family Fun
Take a look at some of the things you can do and see with your family right here on Dartmoor. You can refine your search on the left; maybe you want to experience life in Victorian times in a working museum, visit the miniature ponies, take a trip on a steam train, or explore a castle; whatever your requirements, we have something for everyone on Dartmoor.
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Becky Falls
Type
Country Park/Nature Reserve
Manaton
A visit to Devon would not be complete without a day at Dartmoor’s famous Becky Falls to enjoy the very best that Dartmoor has to offer! Voted Devon’s Top Beauty Spot and one of the World Wildlife Fund’s Incredible Family Days Out!
Miniature Pony Centre
Type
Animal Collection
North Bovey
A truly captivating family attraction in Devon, with miniature ponies and much, much more. Set in an idyllic setting in the heart of scenic Dartmoor, there is plenty of beautiful countryside to explore.
Buckfast Abbey
Type
Abbey/Priory
Buckfastleigh
Large Benedictine monastery rebuilt on medieval foundations. Many art treasures in the Abbey church. Also unusual shops, excellent restaurant, exhibition, video.
South Devon Railway
Type
Steam Railway
Buckfastleigh
The South Devon Railway is a seven mile steam railway running between Buckfastleigh and Totnes.
At Buckfastleigh, there is a play area, gardens, museum, workshop and cafe.
Dartmoor Pony Heritage Trust
Type
Animal Collection
The Dartmoor Pony Heritage Trust is a registered charity created to work with the pony keepers on Dartmoor to preserve the traditional type of native Dartmoor Pony, which is now on the Native Breeds at Risk Register.
Pennywell Farm
Type
Farm
Buckfastleigh
Hands on activities, shows and displays. The biggest farm activity park in the South West. Fun for all the family!
Chagford Agricultural & Horticultural Show
Type
Animal Collection
Chagford
Many attractions, animals, events, trade stands, Food Hall, much more. Plenty for children. A proper agricultural show!
Canonteign Falls
Type
Garden
Chudleigh
England's highest waterfall cascading through lakes and ancient woodland. Play area, cafe and gift shop.
Morwellham Quay Historic Port, Farm and Copper Mine
Type
Historic Site
Morwellham Quay, Tavistock
An award-winning, evocative museum and visitor centre based around the historic port and mine workings on the River Tamar (Devon/Cornwall boundary).
Dartmoor Preservation Association
Type
National Park
Tavistock Road, Princetown
For over a hundred years the Dartmoor Preservation Association has been protecting Dartmoor. We campaign for the environment. We buy threatened land. We have a programme of free walks and social events. We have a London supporters group.
Stone Lane Gardens & Mythic Garden Sculpture Exhibition
Type
Garden
Chagford
A lovely 5-acre landscaped woodland and water garden with beautiful National Collections of birch and alder trees from all over the northern hemisphere. Garden open all year with summer sculpture exhibition from May to October.
Dartmoor Prison Museum
Type
Museum
Princetown
Unlock the fascinating history of one of England's most famous prisons, from prisoner of war depot to the present day. Located in the old prison dairy close to the main entrance.
Pixieland
Type
Craft Centre
Princetown
At Dartmeet, Dartmoor's most famous gift shop. A wide range of handmade concrete garden ornaments.
House of Marbles
Type
Craft Centre
Bovey Tracey
Working glass and games factory; magnificent marble runs. Come and watch "Snooki" in action, biggest marble run in Britain.
Dartmoor Llama Walks
Type
Walking Tour
Ponsworthy
Walk with a Llama through the contrasting natural scenery of the Dartmoor countryside.
Castle Drogo
Type
Historic House/Palace
Drewsteignton
Granite castle, built between c1910 and c1930 by Sir Edwin Lutyens, standing at over 900ft overlooking the wooded gorge of the River Teign. Views of Dartmoor.
Chagford Swimming Pool
Type
Leisure/Swimming Pool
Chagford
Large freshwater outdoor pool beside River Teign.
Okehampton Castle
Type
Castle/Fort
Okehampton
In an oustandingly pictureque setting above the rushing River Okement stands the remains of what was once the largest castle in Devon. This Norman castle was tranformed into sumptuous residence in the 14th century, then declined to today’s ruin.
Lydford Gorge
Type
Natural Feature
Lydford
Beautiful woodland and riverside walk including the spectacular 30m-high 'White Lady' waterfall and thrilling Devil’s Cauldron. This famous gorge is on the western edge of Dartmoor.
Okehampton & District Agricultural Show
Type
Farm
Okehampton
A marvellous family day out at Dartmoor's largest agricultural Shows celebrating all that's good in our wonderful area.
Adventure Okehampton
Get active with Adventure Okehampton, a licensed adventure centre on Dartmoor. Day visits...
Treasure Trails
Treasure Trails are a fun, healthy and educational way to help you explore some of...
Spirit of Adventure
Based in Dartmoor National park surrounded by beautiful English countryside, in the heart...
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