Tel: 0118 971 4700
Big Sheep
Abbotsham
Bideford
Devon
EX39 5AP
United Kingdom
Tel: 01237 472366
The Big Sheep Family Entertainment Park is one of Devon’s most popular days out, for children of all ages. Uniquely, but unsurprising given the name, it is themed around sheep. There is a host of attractions and things to do for the whole family, ranging from sheep racing and sheepdog trials to a Farm Safari and EWEtopia – the superb indoor adventure playground.
Abbotsham
Bideford
Devon
EX39 5AP
United Kingdom
Tel: 01237 472366
The Big Sheep Family Entertainment Park is one of Devon’s most popular days out, for children of all ages. Uniquely, but unsurprising given the name, it is themed around sheep. There is a host of attractions and things to do for the whole family, ranging from sheep racing and sheepdog trials to a Farm Safari and EWEtopia – the superb indoor adventure playground.
Coldharbour Mill and Working Wool Museum
Uffculme
Cullompton
Devon
EX15 3EE
United Kingdom
Tel: 01884 840960
Coldharbour Mill has been at the heart of the Devon textiles industry since 1790. It is now a working museum, and is used to produce wool and fabrics using period machinery. It is an interesting way of finding out about the history of one of the South West’s most important industries, and with plenty of things to see and do it makes a great day out for the whole family.
Uffculme
Cullompton
Devon
EX15 3EE
United Kingdom
Tel: 01884 840960
Coldharbour Mill has been at the heart of the Devon textiles industry since 1790. It is now a working museum, and is used to produce wool and fabrics using period machinery. It is an interesting way of finding out about the history of one of the South West’s most important industries, and with plenty of things to see and do it makes a great day out for the whole family.
Dartmoor National Park
C/o Dartmoor National Park Authority
Parke
Bovey Tracey
Newton Abbot
Devon
TQ13 9JQ
United Kingdom
Tel: 01822 890414
Dartmoor National Park is one of the few remaining wildernesses remaining in the South of England. Bleak, brooding and beautiful, it contains stunning scenery and unique attractions. Its borders can be reached only a few miles inland of Torbay, or west of Exeter. It is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, characterised by bleak and beautiful moorland, rugged windswept tors and dramatic scenery.
See our feature on the Dartmoor National Park
C/o Dartmoor National Park Authority
Parke
Bovey Tracey
Newton Abbot
Devon
TQ13 9JQ
United Kingdom
Tel: 01822 890414
Dartmoor National Park is one of the few remaining wildernesses remaining in the South of England. Bleak, brooding and beautiful, it contains stunning scenery and unique attractions. Its borders can be reached only a few miles inland of Torbay, or west of Exeter. It is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, characterised by bleak and beautiful moorland, rugged windswept tors and dramatic scenery.
See our feature on the Dartmoor National Park
Dartmouth Castle
Castle Road
Dartmouth
Devon
TQ6 0JN
United Kingdom
Tel: 01803 833588
Dartmouth Castle has stood in its prominent position overlooking the Dart Estuary since the 15th century, when it was built as part of a defensive network to protect the important south coast ports. Fascinating exhibitions bring the history of the castle to life, and superb views of the area can be obtained from the battlements.
Castle Road
Dartmouth
Devon
TQ6 0JN
United Kingdom
Tel: 01803 833588
Dartmouth Castle has stood in its prominent position overlooking the Dart Estuary since the 15th century, when it was built as part of a defensive network to protect the important south coast ports. Fascinating exhibitions bring the history of the castle to life, and superb views of the area can be obtained from the battlements.
Exmoor National Park
C/o Exmoor National Park Authority
Exmoor House
Dulverton
Somerset
TA22 9HL
United Kingdom
Tel: 01398 323665
Exmoor National Park is spread partly in Devon and partly in Somerset. It is a beautiful region and Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is more inviting in some ways than the often-treacherous Dartmoor, and has a vivid and diverse array of terrain, from moorland and rolling hills to stunning coastline.
See our feature on Exmoor National Park
C/o Exmoor National Park Authority
Exmoor House
Dulverton
Somerset
TA22 9HL
United Kingdom
Tel: 01398 323665
Exmoor National Park is spread partly in Devon and partly in Somerset. It is a beautiful region and Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is more inviting in some ways than the often-treacherous Dartmoor, and has a vivid and diverse array of terrain, from moorland and rolling hills to stunning coastline.
See our feature on Exmoor National Park
Paignton Zoo
Totnes Road
Dulverton
Devon
TQ4 7EU
United Kingdom
Tel: 01803 697500
Paignton Zoo is widely regarded as one of the best examples of a zoological and botanical gardens in the UK and beyond. Its ideals are firmly rooted in the realms of conservation and education. As a result, Paignton Zoo contains a huge array of animal and plant species, all housed in natural environments. It makes a superb family day out.
Totnes Road
Dulverton
Devon
TQ4 7EU
United Kingdom
Tel: 01803 697500
Paignton Zoo is widely regarded as one of the best examples of a zoological and botanical gardens in the UK and beyond. Its ideals are firmly rooted in the realms of conservation and education. As a result, Paignton Zoo contains a huge array of animal and plant species, all housed in natural environments. It makes a superb family day out.
Pecorama
Underleys
Beer
Devon
EX12 3NA
United Kingdom
Tel: 01297 21542
Pecorama, situated in Beer on the South Devon Coast, is the visitor attraction of the Peco brand of model railway accessories. Here you can find award-winning gardens and a host of superb train rides including the Beer Heights Light Railway and the PECO Model Railway Exhibition. The cheerful little steam and diesel powered trains take visitors on a mile-long journey through the picturesque grounds.
Underleys
Beer
Devon
EX12 3NA
United Kingdom
Tel: 01297 21542
Pecorama, situated in Beer on the South Devon Coast, is the visitor attraction of the Peco brand of model railway accessories. Here you can find award-winning gardens and a host of superb train rides including the Beer Heights Light Railway and the PECO Model Railway Exhibition. The cheerful little steam and diesel powered trains take visitors on a mile-long journey through the picturesque grounds.
The Milky Way Adventure Park
Clovelly
Bideford
Devon
EX39 5RY
United Kingdom
Tel: 01237 431255
Pecorama, situated in Beer on the South Devon Coast, is the visitor attraction of the Peco brand of model railway accessories. Here you can find award-winning gardens and a host of superb train rides including the Beer Heights Light Railway and the PECO Model Railway Exhibition. The cheerful little steam and diesel powered trains take visitors on a mile-long journey through the picturesque grounds.
Clovelly
Bideford
Devon
EX39 5RY
United Kingdom
Tel: 01237 431255
Pecorama, situated in Beer on the South Devon Coast, is the visitor attraction of the Peco brand of model railway accessories. Here you can find award-winning gardens and a host of superb train rides including the Beer Heights Light Railway and the PECO Model Railway Exhibition. The cheerful little steam and diesel powered trains take visitors on a mile-long journey through the picturesque grounds.
South West Coast Path
c/o South West Coast Path Association
Bowker House
Lee Mill Bridge
Ivybridge
Devon
PL21 9EF
United Kingdom
Tel: 01752 896237
The South West Coast Path passes from Minehead in Somerset, around the Devon and Cornwall coasts and finally to Poole in Dorset, taking in on its way some beautiful and picturesque coastline. The path is over 630 miles long, and part of it runs along the North and South Devon Coasts, offering an excellent way of enjoying the unique scenery, with plenty of stopping places en route.
c/o South West Coast Path Association
Bowker House
Lee Mill Bridge
Ivybridge
Devon
PL21 9EF
United Kingdom
Tel: 01752 896237
The South West Coast Path passes from Minehead in Somerset, around the Devon and Cornwall coasts and finally to Poole in Dorset, taking in on its way some beautiful and picturesque coastline. The path is over 630 miles long, and part of it runs along the North and South Devon Coasts, offering an excellent way of enjoying the unique scenery, with plenty of stopping places en route.
World of Country Life
Sandy Bay
Westdown Lane
Littleham
Exmouth
Devon
EX8 5BU
United Kingdom
Tel: 01395 274533
The World of Country Life in Exmouth is a fun, informative and nostalgic way of finding out about life in the Devon countryside over the centuries. There are over 2 acres of exhibitions and displays, with a further 40 acres containing playgrounds, animals, vintage cars and a host of things to keep children of all ages occupied for hours.
Sandy Bay
Westdown Lane
Littleham
Exmouth
Devon
EX8 5BU
United Kingdom
Tel: 01395 274533
The World of Country Life in Exmouth is a fun, informative and nostalgic way of finding out about life in the Devon countryside over the centuries. There are over 2 acres of exhibitions and displays, with a further 40 acres containing playgrounds, animals, vintage cars and a host of things to keep children of all ages occupied for hours.
Quince Honey Farm
North Road
South Molton
Devon
EX36 3AZ
United Kingdom
Tel: 01769 572401
Quince Honey Farm was founded in 1949, and since then it has grown into what is now the largest honey farm in the country. It is full of fascinating displays and exhibitions, allowing visitors the unique opportunity of seeing for themselves how honey is produced.
North Road
South Molton
Devon
EX36 3AZ
United Kingdom
Tel: 01769 572401
Quince Honey Farm was founded in 1949, and since then it has grown into what is now the largest honey farm in the country. It is full of fascinating displays and exhibitions, allowing visitors the unique opportunity of seeing for themselves how honey is produced.