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As one of Dartmoor’s most iconic landmarks, Haytor and the surrounding area make a magical base for anyone looking for a truly rural escape. The tor itself is Dartmoor’s biggest, and draws visitors year-round to climb the granite outcrops which offer wonderful views of sweeping moorland, rolling countryside, the beautiful Teign Estuary, and the stunning coastline beyond.

Easily accessible from Devon’s major through-road, Haytor provides great access to nearby Exeter (with its Cathedral, theatres, shops and restaurants), the rest of the moor, and some spectacular coastline. Explore the vast wild beauty of the moor on foot, bike or horseback, or simply relax and soak up the peaceful tranquillity of the picturesque setting.

On Dartmoor, a friendly pub, country house or restaurant is never too far away. Haytor itself enjoys a great moorland café bar and a traditional Dartmoor Inn, whilst just a few miles away you can explore delightful villages such as Widecombe-in-the-Moor, home to the fantastic Rugglestone Inn which is everything a Dartmoor pub restaurant should be.

With horse-riding, cycle paths, kayaking, and rock climbing among the activities on offer on the moor, there are plenty of outdoor pursuits to keep you busy. Meanwhile, nearby attractions such as Becky Falls, Pennywell Farm, the Butterflies & Otters Sanctuary, the steam trains at South Devon Railway, Exeter’s Crealy Adventure Park (to name but a few!) make for brilliant family days out.

If you fancy a day at the beach, the coast at Teignmouth is just a half hour's drive away, and the wonderful beaches of the South Hams are less than an hour away.

A holiday cottage in Haytor provides the perfect spot for a relaxing Dartmoor holiday in a truly peaceful rural setting, yet with a vast variety of things to see and do within easy reach.

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Perched high on Dartmoor, with stunning views of the moors, the Teign Estuary and the coast beyond, Haytor is an exceptionally scenic spot for a relaxing Dartmoor holiday.

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As one of Dartmoor’s most iconic landmarks, Haytor and the surrounding area make a magical base for anyone looking for a truly rural escape. The tor itself is Dartmoor’s biggest, and draws visitors year-round to climb the granite outcrops which offer wonderful views of sweeping moorland, rolling countryside, the beautiful Teign Estuary, and the stunning coastline beyond.

Easily accessible from Devon’s major through-road, Haytor provides great access to nearby Exeter (with its Cathedral, theatres, shops and restaurants), the rest of the moor, and some spectacular coastline. Explore the vast wild beauty of the moor on foot, bike or horseback, or simply relax and soak up the peaceful tranquillity of the picturesque setting.

On Dartmoor, a friendly pub, country house or restaurant is never too far away. Haytor itself enjoys a great moorland café bar and a traditional Dartmoor Inn, whilst just a few miles away you can explore delightful villages such as Widecombe-in-the-Moor, home to the fantastic Rugglestone Inn which is everything a Dartmoor pub restaurant should be.

With horse-riding, cycle paths, kayaking, and rock climbing among the activities on offer on the moor, there are plenty of outdoor pursuits to keep you busy. Meanwhile, nearby attractions such as Becky Falls, Pennywell Farm, the Butterflies & Otters Sanctuary, the steam trains at South Devon Railway, Exeter’s Crealy Adventure Park (to name but a few!) make for brilliant family days out.

If you fancy a day at the beach, the coast at Teignmouth is just a half hour's drive away, and the wonderful beaches of the South Hams are less than an hour away.

A holiday cottage in Haytor provides the perfect spot for a relaxing Dartmoor holiday in a truly peaceful rural setting, yet with a vast variety of things to see and do within easy reach.


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Becky Falls
(3 miles)

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Voted the most beautiful place in Devon, Becky Falls is a famous part of the Dartmoor landscape, welcoming visitors since 1803.  Providing activities for kids, nature trails, woodland and waterfall walks graded according to ability, and an abundance of wildlife to observe, the area allows you to really explore and understand what makes Devon such a beautiful and magical place thanks to its abundant natural assets.   The site is open seasonally, dogs are welcome, parking is available and while there isn’t a cafe it’s the perfect place to bring a picnic.  

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well worth a visit, beautiful waterfalls etc... cafe was OK

April 2024


Highly recommended, the animals and the walk around the falls very enjoyable

September 2023


Expensive to park the car £9 per passenger didn’t bother

June 2022


We had a great visit to Becky Falls and completed all of the walking trails. The visitors centre provided games, a petting zoo, a gift shop and refreshments and the staff were friendly and helpful

June 2022


A rip off. We have similar, but more scenic, attraction in Cornwall with free access.

May 2022


Not impressed. A rip-off we have one in Cornwall that is free and very picturesque.

September 2021


pleasant place to visit. We chose to do the shorter red route, which gave excellent views of the falls, but involved clambering over boulders, which was a little too adventurous for us. Generally the advice and signage for the walking routes could be improved

September 2020


Loved this lovely walk

August 2018


House of Marbles
(3 miles)

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On a site with a history for pottery and producing vintage toys and games, the House of Marbles is a working glassworks that’s a joy to visit.  It’s free to explore and has free parking as well, providing hours of entertainment for adults and kids alike, with an array of marble runs, animated animals, fairground mirrors, a penny press and a giant floating marble.  It is a place of old fashioned curiosities and childhood intrigue, the kind that computer games simply can’t manufacture.  When you’re done exploring, there’s The Old Pottery Restaurant to visit as well, serving locally sourced and freshly prepared hearty fare throughout the day.

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worth a visit if in the area

April 2024


Very interesting place to visit. A lovely gift shop, items of quality on sale. Ability to see glassblowing, and try the many marble runs. The restaurant is very good, serving tasty food , the ploughman’s is particularly appetising.

October 2023


Great family attraction. Fascinating to watch the glass blowers and all the marble runs. Lovely shop and cafe. Great food.

June 2023


Dog-friendly place which is a bonus. Nice place to pop into but items expensive

March 2023


Worst visit ever. Service was poor and staff made no eye contact so it was difficult to get their attention.

August 2021


We spent a very pleasant and interesting morning here . Cafe was very good and plenty to see and do. Staff were excellent

July 2021


An interesting place to browse, with lots of variety. The museum bits are informative (local pottery industry, some glass) & the standing kilns well preserved, so good the industrial archaeology is being kept safe. Nice cafe, unusual furniture, mirrors etc & some clothing for sale, but Teign Valley Glass is the best - made on site & free to watch. Lots of marbles too & quirky, intriguing marble runs are fun. Good on the way to or from other places.

June 2021


Very interesting for the children. A bit tight in terms of space and distancing in places.

September 2020


Devon Guild of Craftsmen
(3 miles)

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Craft is written into the fabric of Devon; it is a creative community with a past and a strong tradition for production.  As a result, the Devon Guild of Craftsmen is an acclaimed exhibition space for contemporary craft and design, but it’s also a charity for craft education, located in Bovey Tracey.  There’s a craft shop with work by 250 makers from the South West, exhibitions, and when all that crafty stuff has worn you out there’s The Terrace Cafe for local food including a children’s menu.  The Shop, cafe and galleries are open daily from 10am-5.30pm.

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An excellent collection of beautifully made crafts - well worth a visit!

August 2019


Shilstone Rocks Riding School
(4 miles)

Surely there can be no finer way of seeing Dartmoor, this natural wonder of Devon, than on horse back.  Shilstone Rocks riding centre allows adults and children alike to take up the reigns in this spectacular National Park, and really get back to nature.  The horses originated from the famed Dartmoor ponies, who continue to roam today.  You can join Shilstone Rocks Riding Centre for tailored lessons in the menage, or head out for a couple of hours on a hack to really take in the area that featured in Steven Spielberg’s film War Horse.  Lessons are available for all ages and abilities.

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Dartmoor's Daughter
(4 miles)

Run by Dartmoor resident and experienced guide Emma Cunis, Dartmoor’s Daughter creates walks and nature connection experiences on the moor to improve physical health and mental and emotional wellbeing. Working with a range of different experts to offer guided walks and activities for adults, families, and children, a trip with Dartmoors Daughter will be a holiday highlight. (Photo: Steve Haywood)

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