Kevin's Devon Guidebook
Shopping
Working Georgian water mill with a bistro serving unfussy food and an eclectic range of shops
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Bickleigh Mill
Working Georgian water mill with a bistro serving unfussy food and an eclectic range of shops
Pubs / Gastro
13th-century pub with a beamed bar and frescoed restaurant serving gourmet British/French dishes
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The Masons Arms, Knowstone
13th-century pub with a beamed bar and frescoed restaurant serving gourmet British/French dishes
The Stag Inn
Town LaneLovely scenic location for a pint and food
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Fishermans Cot Tiverton by Marston's Inn
Lovely scenic location for a pint and food
Bridge Inn
This pub in Witheridge is set in the beautiful Devonshire countryside just a stone’s throw away from Tiverton. It boasts delicious food, drinks and a wonderful setting to relax in. The Mitre Inn was built in the 17th century and has kept its character, with a big open fire and traditional decor throughout the building. Whether you are visiting for Sunday lunch, stopping along the Two Moors Way you will surely enjoy
The Mitre Inn
2 The SquareThis pub in Witheridge is set in the beautiful Devonshire countryside just a stone’s throw away from Tiverton. It boasts delicious food, drinks and a wonderful setting to relax in. The Mitre Inn was built in the 17th century and has kept its character, with a big open fire and traditional decor throughout the building. Whether you are visiting for Sunday lunch, stopping along the Two Moors Way you will surely enjoy
The BlackCock Inn
Relax at a traditional rural pub on the edge of Exmoor
The Mount Pleasant inn is situated on the crossroad in the centre of the village of Nomansland on the B31371 Tiverton to South Molton road
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Mount Pleasant Inn Nomansland
crossroadThe Mount Pleasant inn is situated on the crossroad in the centre of the village of Nomansland on the B31371 Tiverton to South Molton road
16th century Public House situated in the centre of Pennymoor village, near Tiverton. Traditional pub with a picturesque beer garden. Pool table, skittle alley and large car park.
Offering good pub food – serving the classics but also whipping up homemade satisfying and delicious specials using locally sourced produce wherever possible. They don’t have a children’s menu, but are always happy to reduce a meal where possible, into a smaller portions.
The Cruwys Arms
16th century Public House situated in the centre of Pennymoor village, near Tiverton. Traditional pub with a picturesque beer garden. Pool table, skittle alley and large car park.
Offering good pub food – serving the classics but also whipping up homemade satisfying and delicious specials using locally sourced produce wherever possible. They don’t have a children’s menu, but are always happy to reduce a meal where possible, into a smaller portions.
The Royal Oak Exmoor
Halse LaneSome great walking starting or finishing from here
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The Copper Kettle
Fore StreetFood Scene
Wild Woods Tapas Bar
Frou Frou
43 Gold StNawab
10 Bridge StreetIndian cuisine
Pho Nam
8 Lowman GreenVietnamese
The Moors
A little further away in NE Cornwall. it boasts Brown Willy the highestpoint in Cornwall so great for views and Rough Tor a slightly lower peak
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Bodmin Moor
A little further away in NE Cornwall. it boasts Brown Willy the highestpoint in Cornwall so great for views and Rough Tor a slightly lower peak
Exmoor National Park
Tarr Steps - Wikipedia
A clapper bridge across the River Barle in the Exmoor National Park.
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Tarr Steps Woodland National Nature Reserve
Tarr Steps - Wikipedia
A clapper bridge across the River Barle in the Exmoor National Park.
Dunkery Beacon at the summit of Dunkery Hill is the highest point on Exmoor and in Somerset, England. It is also the highest point in southern England outside of Dartmoor. The sandstone hill rises to 519 metres and provides views over the surrounding moorland, the Bristol Channel and hills up to 86 miles away
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Dunkery Beacon
Dunkery Beacon at the summit of Dunkery Hill is the highest point on Exmoor and in Somerset, England. It is also the highest point in southern England outside of Dartmoor. The sandstone hill rises to 519 metres and provides views over the surrounding moorland, the Bristol Channel and hills up to 86 miles away
Minehead beach, known as The Strand, is a wide expanse of sand, with some areas of shingle and a variety of rock pools. As the tide goes out this sandy stretch of beach becomes ideal for beach games and for building sandcastles.
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Minehead Beach
Minehead beach, known as The Strand, is a wide expanse of sand, with some areas of shingle and a variety of rock pools. As the tide goes out this sandy stretch of beach becomes ideal for beach games and for building sandcastles.
National Trust - Coleridge Cottage
35 Lime StHome of Romantic poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge
This 530 acre site has something for the whole family to enjoy. Take to the water on a kayak, canoe or paddleboard, explore the miles of footpaths and cycle ways or simply sit back, immerse yourself in nature and enjoy the views.
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Wimbleball Lake Activities Centre
This 530 acre site has something for the whole family to enjoy. Take to the water on a kayak, canoe or paddleboard, explore the miles of footpaths and cycle ways or simply sit back, immerse yourself in nature and enjoy the views.
Tropiquaria Zoo is one of the most unique zoos or wildlife parks in the country. The former "Art Deco" BBC radio transmitter station originally built in 1933, now houses theTropical Hall, Nocturnal House and Aquarium. Outside there is 4 acres of animal enclosures, along with two life size pirate ships, and adventure castle,
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Tropiquaria Wildlife Park
Washford CrossTropiquaria Zoo is one of the most unique zoos or wildlife parks in the country. The former "Art Deco" BBC radio transmitter station originally built in 1933, now houses theTropical Hall, Nocturnal House and Aquarium. Outside there is 4 acres of animal enclosures, along with two life size pirate ships, and adventure castle,
In Washford lies one of the undiscovered jewels of Somerset, providing an interesting day out for families and budding historians alike. The Cistercian abbey of Cleeve is a haven of peace and tranquillity, said to contain the finest cloister buildings in England.
Visitors today can catch a glimpse of monastic life 800 years ago; although the abbey church was destroyed by Henry VIII during the dissolution in 1536, the cloister buildings including the gatehouse, 15th century refectory with its glorious angel roof and 13th century heraldic tiles have survived remarkably intact. The great dormitory is one of the best examples in the country, and an exhibition and virtual tour tells the story of the abbey and daily life for the holy men that once inhabited it.
The abbey is located in a beautiful valley surrounded by countryside so is ideal for walkers or visitors travelling on the West Somerset Railway
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Cleeve Abbey
Abbey RoadIn Washford lies one of the undiscovered jewels of Somerset, providing an interesting day out for families and budding historians alike. The Cistercian abbey of Cleeve is a haven of peace and tranquillity, said to contain the finest cloister buildings in England.
Visitors today can catch a glimpse of monastic life 800 years ago; although the abbey church was destroyed by Henry VIII during the dissolution in 1536, the cloister buildings including the gatehouse, 15th century refectory with its glorious angel roof and 13th century heraldic tiles have survived remarkably intact. The great dormitory is one of the best examples in the country, and an exhibition and virtual tour tells the story of the abbey and daily life for the holy men that once inhabited it.
The abbey is located in a beautiful valley surrounded by countryside so is ideal for walkers or visitors travelling on the West Somerset Railway
20 miles of heritage railway through stunning Somerset countryside and coast
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West Somerset Railway (Minehead)
West Somerset Railway20 miles of heritage railway through stunning Somerset countryside and coast
This fascinating valley is a U-shaped dry valley that is parallel to the sea. It lies about ½ mile to the west of Lynton. It is well known for its feral goats that roam freely and often quite hair-raisingly on the jagged cliff edges. It is thought that during the Ice Age the ice sheet prevented the East Lyn River from reaching the sea on its normal route and was diverted westwards. When the ice sheet retreated the river was able to resume its original path, leaving this valley riverless. Over the years the valley has silted up to become the U-shape we now see, not caused by a glacier. It is well-known for its unusual rock formations and caves.
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Rocks Valley
South West Coast PathThis fascinating valley is a U-shaped dry valley that is parallel to the sea. It lies about ½ mile to the west of Lynton. It is well known for its feral goats that roam freely and often quite hair-raisingly on the jagged cliff edges. It is thought that during the Ice Age the ice sheet prevented the East Lyn River from reaching the sea on its normal route and was diverted westwards. When the ice sheet retreated the river was able to resume its original path, leaving this valley riverless. Over the years the valley has silted up to become the U-shape we now see, not caused by a glacier. It is well-known for its unusual rock formations and caves.
The multi-award winning and famous Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway is the UK's only fully water powered railway and Silver winner of Devon's Large Attraction of the Year 2020. Built in 1888, it operates using only completely renewable and sustainable fresh river water and remains the world's highest and the steepest fully water powered railway in the world. The attraction holds the highest 'Gold' award for sustainable and ethical tourism, was voted by Which? as the UK's best Cliff Railway, and has multiple accolades for heritage engineering. With 862ft of steep track and an elevation of 500ft the railway provides a memorable experience for all that visit it. A family attraction for all ages and (woof) dogs are welcome too.
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Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway (Topstation)
Lee RoadThe multi-award winning and famous Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway is the UK's only fully water powered railway and Silver winner of Devon's Large Attraction of the Year 2020. Built in 1888, it operates using only completely renewable and sustainable fresh river water and remains the world's highest and the steepest fully water powered railway in the world. The attraction holds the highest 'Gold' award for sustainable and ethical tourism, was voted by Which? as the UK's best Cliff Railway, and has multiple accolades for heritage engineering. With 862ft of steep track and an elevation of 500ft the railway provides a memorable experience for all that visit it. A family attraction for all ages and (woof) dogs are welcome too.
Dramatic river gorge and ancient woodland in stunning surroundings
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National Trust - Watersmeet
Watersmeet RoadDramatic river gorge and ancient woodland in stunning surroundings
Enjoy a leisurely stroll, go on a long-distance horse ride or discover the forest by bike
A stunning site in the Quantocks, Great Wood is the perfect spot to enjoy a family picnic.
Spend some time exploring the nooks and crannies of Great Wood and admire some majestic Douglas fir along the two mile red walk, which is ideal for families.
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Ramscombe Great Wood
Enjoy a leisurely stroll, go on a long-distance horse ride or discover the forest by bike
A stunning site in the Quantocks, Great Wood is the perfect spot to enjoy a family picnic.
Spend some time exploring the nooks and crannies of Great Wood and admire some majestic Douglas fir along the two mile red walk, which is ideal for families.
Exeter
Step inside Exeter Cathedral and discover one thousand years of wonder. Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of one of Europe’s most magnificent cathedrals and find endless opportunities to explore its amazing architecture, clandestine corners and hidden histories.
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Exeter Katedral
1 The CloistersStep inside Exeter Cathedral and discover one thousand years of wonder. Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of one of Europe’s most magnificent cathedrals and find endless opportunities to explore its amazing architecture, clandestine corners and hidden histories.
“An exquisite jewel box of a building; a Venetian casket. One of the most appealing treasures in Britain.”
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Royal Albert Memorial Museum
Queen Street“An exquisite jewel box of a building; a Venetian casket. One of the most appealing treasures in Britain.”
Tours in medieval subterranean passageways that used to transport water under Exeter city centre
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Underground Passages
2 Paris StTours in medieval subterranean passageways that used to transport water under Exeter city centre
The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum is home to one of the largest collections of material relating to the moving image in Britain. We are both an accredited public museum and an academic research facility and we hold a collection of over 85,000 items. Over 1,000 of our items are on display in our Galleries and are available to be viewed by the public.
The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum
Prince of Wales RoadThe Bill Douglas Cinema Museum is home to one of the largest collections of material relating to the moving image in Britain. We are both an accredited public museum and an academic research facility and we hold a collection of over 85,000 items. Over 1,000 of our items are on display in our Galleries and are available to be viewed by the public.
The Guilds and Incorporation have existed in Exeter for nearly 600 years and have occupied Tuckers Hall since 1471. Both the Incorporation and the Hall have a remarkable story with a glorious and continuous history.
The wealth of Exeter in the mid 17th and early 18th centuries was created as a direct result of the woollen cloth trade in the city, controlled by the members of the Incorporation. On the back of this prosperity, many became Merchant Venturers and later Bankers.
With mechanisation and loss of overseas trade, Exeter's affluence waned along with the Incorporation's membership, declining significantly almost to the point of extinction. However, by adapting to the changing climate the Incorporation survived and since the Second World War has prospered with membership once again increasing and playing its part in the Civic life of Exeter.
The Incorporation is recognised as one of the few surviving established provincial Guilds with strong links to associated City of London Guilds.
Tuckers Hall
140 Fore StThe Guilds and Incorporation have existed in Exeter for nearly 600 years and have occupied Tuckers Hall since 1471. Both the Incorporation and the Hall have a remarkable story with a glorious and continuous history.
The wealth of Exeter in the mid 17th and early 18th centuries was created as a direct result of the woollen cloth trade in the city, controlled by the members of the Incorporation. On the back of this prosperity, many became Merchant Venturers and later Bankers.
With mechanisation and loss of overseas trade, Exeter's affluence waned along with the Incorporation's membership, declining significantly almost to the point of extinction. However, by adapting to the changing climate the Incorporation survived and since the Second World War has prospered with membership once again increasing and playing its part in the Civic life of Exeter.
The Incorporation is recognised as one of the few surviving established provincial Guilds with strong links to associated City of London Guilds.
Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market
Cathedral YardCathedral Green is a lively part of the City all year round as it changes its use for an array of events throughout the year including Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market, Exeter Craft Fair, exhibitions, and charity events as well as a popular lunch spot for tourists, students and business people. The large footfall and central location make it a popular choice of venue for charity and promotional events.
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Cathedral Green
Cathedral Green is a lively part of the City all year round as it changes its use for an array of events throughout the year including Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market, Exeter Craft Fair, exhibitions, and charity events as well as a popular lunch spot for tourists, students and business people. The large footfall and central location make it a popular choice of venue for charity and promotional events.
For Kids
At Virtual Jet Centre our flights and training courses have been created by professionals who have extensive experience in training pilots for leading airlines such as British Airways and Thomson.
Our 737-800 simulator features a full motion platform which has been developed for military use. We provide a fully immersive environment with a 220 degree wrap around visual display. All of the instruments, panels and gauges replicate those found in a medium heavy 737-800…
Virtual Jet Centre
At Virtual Jet Centre our flights and training courses have been created by professionals who have extensive experience in training pilots for leading airlines such as British Airways and Thomson.
Our 737-800 simulator features a full motion platform which has been developed for military use. We provide a fully immersive environment with a 220 degree wrap around visual display. All of the instruments, panels and gauges replicate those found in a medium heavy 737-800…
Crealy Theme Park & Resort is an award winning family Theme Park in Devon that boasts over 60 rides and attractions, with spectacular entertainment, live shows and animals galore. It’s no wonder that Crealy Theme Park & Resort has been voted as the best day out in Devon for eight years running!
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Crealy Theme Park & Resort
Sidmouth RoadCrealy Theme Park & Resort is an award winning family Theme Park in Devon that boasts over 60 rides and attractions, with spectacular entertainment, live shows and animals galore. It’s no wonder that Crealy Theme Park & Resort has been voted as the best day out in Devon for eight years running!
We are a family run wildlife & dinosaur park set in a Combe Martin valley over 28 acres of spectacular gardens within the North Devon Area of Outstanding Beauty! As well as lions, wolves, sea lions, primates, meerkats, penguins and more, we are well known for our impressive life sized animatronic dinosaurs & gigantic indoor soft play area for dinomite fun, whatever the weather!
Please note that due to the natural terrain there are some fairly steep hills that might be challenging for people with mobility issues
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Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park
We are a family run wildlife & dinosaur park set in a Combe Martin valley over 28 acres of spectacular gardens within the North Devon Area of Outstanding Beauty! As well as lions, wolves, sea lions, primates, meerkats, penguins and more, we are well known for our impressive life sized animatronic dinosaurs & gigantic indoor soft play area for dinomite fun, whatever the weather!
Please note that due to the natural terrain there are some fairly steep hills that might be challenging for people with mobility issues
iBounce Trampoline Park - Exeter
33 Marsh Green Rd WTenpin Exeter
Water LaneIt doesn’t matter if you are an experienced climber or have never even seen a climbing wall before, here at The Wall in the Hall we offer something for everyone (set routes range from grade 3 to 8A+) from taster sessions, suitable for all the family, to coaching sessions to help improve your technique.
Wall In The Hall
It doesn’t matter if you are an experienced climber or have never even seen a climbing wall before, here at The Wall in the Hall we offer something for everyone (set routes range from grade 3 to 8A+) from taster sessions, suitable for all the family, to coaching sessions to help improve your technique.
Our pools at Exe Valley Leisure Centre and Lords Meadow Leisure Centre are both supplied by a private borehole water source 40m below ground. This water supply is filtered and treated prior to entering the circulating system, and the pool water is disinfected with a combination of Ultra Violet, and low levels of chlorine. The pools range in temperature from 28 – 31 degrees and are tested for quality 5 times each day. The operational teams are qualified to undertake routine maintenance on the disinfection and circulation systems on a daily and weekly basis, and our water quality is also tested externally under laboratory conditions each month. All of our pools are covered overnight to reduce heat loss and have a removable hoist to assist users with disabilities access in and out of the water.
If you or your children have been ill within the past 48 hours please resist the temptation of visiting the pools to prevent the spread of contamination. In extreme circumstances, it may be necessary to close our pools, particularly if there is a risk of cryptosporidium.
Our poolside recreation assistants have all achieved the National Pool Lifeguard Qualification, and undertake 2 hours of training each month in areas such as emergency planning, first aid and C.P.R, and undertake many operational duties when away from the poolside areas.
Exe Valley Leisure Centre
Bolham RoadOur pools at Exe Valley Leisure Centre and Lords Meadow Leisure Centre are both supplied by a private borehole water source 40m below ground. This water supply is filtered and treated prior to entering the circulating system, and the pool water is disinfected with a combination of Ultra Violet, and low levels of chlorine. The pools range in temperature from 28 – 31 degrees and are tested for quality 5 times each day. The operational teams are qualified to undertake routine maintenance on the disinfection and circulation systems on a daily and weekly basis, and our water quality is also tested externally under laboratory conditions each month. All of our pools are covered overnight to reduce heat loss and have a removable hoist to assist users with disabilities access in and out of the water.
If you or your children have been ill within the past 48 hours please resist the temptation of visiting the pools to prevent the spread of contamination. In extreme circumstances, it may be necessary to close our pools, particularly if there is a risk of cryptosporidium.
Our poolside recreation assistants have all achieved the National Pool Lifeguard Qualification, and undertake 2 hours of training each month in areas such as emergency planning, first aid and C.P.R, and undertake many operational duties when away from the poolside areas.
Trago Mills is a shopping and leisure park near Newton Abbot, Devon. As well as being able to enjoy some shopping there are also lots of family-friendly things to see and do.
There is a Family Fun Park at Trago Mills. There is something for all ages with bumper boats, eagle karts (go-karts on a track), swan boats, trampolines, crazy golf, a bouncy castle and more.
The famous Bickton steam railway runs through the park plus there is the UK’s biggest miniature railway. The train rides are included in your ticket for the family fun park.
Animal lovers can enjoy meeting furry friends at Theden animal park. With free entry, there are ponies, pigs, goats and rabbits waiting to meet you. The park also has the largest garden centre in the south-west. This boasts 12 amazing show gardens designed by Chelsea Gold Medal Winner Paul Stone. The gardens feature a clapper bridge, sensory garden, Japanese garden, railway children’s garden and more. This is free to visit.
Family Fun Park - Trago Mills
Trago Mills is a shopping and leisure park near Newton Abbot, Devon. As well as being able to enjoy some shopping there are also lots of family-friendly things to see and do.
There is a Family Fun Park at Trago Mills. There is something for all ages with bumper boats, eagle karts (go-karts on a track), swan boats, trampolines, crazy golf, a bouncy castle and more.
The famous Bickton steam railway runs through the park plus there is the UK’s biggest miniature railway. The train rides are included in your ticket for the family fun park.
Animal lovers can enjoy meeting furry friends at Theden animal park. With free entry, there are ponies, pigs, goats and rabbits waiting to meet you. The park also has the largest garden centre in the south-west. This boasts 12 amazing show gardens designed by Chelsea Gold Medal Winner Paul Stone. The gardens feature a clapper bridge, sensory garden, Japanese garden, railway children’s garden and more. This is free to visit.
One of Devon’s BIGGEST all weather attractions, The BIG Sheep started life in far more humbler surroundings and has since grown to be one of Devons top days out. Plenty of all weather action with indoor playgrounds and outdoor activities, every visit is guaranteed fun, whatever the weather, as we’ll give you a free ticket if there’s anything the weather stopped you doing!
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Det Store Får.
Abbotsham RoadOne of Devon’s BIGGEST all weather attractions, The BIG Sheep started life in far more humbler surroundings and has since grown to be one of Devons top days out. Plenty of all weather action with indoor playgrounds and outdoor activities, every visit is guaranteed fun, whatever the weather, as we’ll give you a free ticket if there’s anything the weather stopped you doing!