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Manaton is ideally located for exploring the vast and varied Dartmoor landscape, or simply relaxing and enjoying the view from the window whilst cosied up in front of a log fire.
The small village of Manaton, nestled deep within Dartmoor National Park, is ideally located for exploring the vast and varied landscape of the moors - from the remote barren beauty of the higher moorland to the rivers rushing through deep wooded valleys and rolling countryside.
Dartmoor is a haven for walkers and cyclists due to the abundance of footpaths and cycle routes that snake the moors, offering endless opportunities to get outside and reconnect with nature. Picturesque villages and hamlets are scattered across the rural landscape, offering unusual shops, museums, old churches, cosy pubs, restaurants serving delicious local delicacies, art galleries and craft workshops.
Manaton village itself boasts a church, pub, and also the local landmark, Manaton rocks,famed for its much-photographed formation 'The Bowerman's Nose'. Manaton lies just a stone's throw from the beautiful Becky Falls, which makes for an excellent family or dog-friendly day out. Other nearby attractions include the Miniature Pony Centre, the House of Marbles, and the Devon Guild of Craftsmen, a converted Riverside Mill where you can watch jewellery, sculpture, prints, glass and textiles being created, and enjoy the spacious gallery, shop and Terrace Café.
The stunning Teign valley and the coast at Teignmouth and Dawlish are also within easy reach of the village, and the Cathedral City of Exeter is just 40 minutes away by car.
Whether you are looking for a relaxing rural retreat, or an energising action-packed break, a holiday cottage in Manaton provides the perfect base for a Dartmoor holiday.
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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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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
In the picturesque valley of the River Bovey, experienced guns and beginners can both enjoy a great day’s shooting with tuition, clay pigeons and pheasant shooting all available. Driven game shooting, falconry displays, hunting with hawks, working with gun dogs, preparing game for the oven, clay pigeon shooting, good food and good company are all available, set between Moretonhampstead and Manaton deep in the heart of The Dartmoor National Park.
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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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One of Devon's most prominent Art Galleries, Green Hill is attracting the attention of some of the most respected South West Artists with names such as Peter Randall-Page, Susan Derges, and Peter Stiles exhibiting in the Gallery's large attractive contemporary space. While you’re there find out about the rich history of the area in the Heritage Centre or pick up a unique souvenir or gift from the shop.
Green Hill Arts 23 Fore Street, Moretonhampstead TQ13 8LL (T: 01647 440775)
Specialising in fly fishing tuition, the Dartmoor School of Fly Fishing invites anyone from beginners to seasoned pros to brush up their skills on the edge of Dartmoor, on the outskirts of the attractive market town of Moretonhampstead. A 10 minute drive away from the picturesque Kennick Lake, where you will be putting your newfound skills into action, it is the ideal place learn to fish from a boat using both modern and traditional loch style techniques for the first time in over 50 acres of space, all surrounded by the Dartmoor wilderness. Prices start at £90 for half a day, and a variety of courses are available.
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A pretty, thatched pub dating back to the 15th century with cottage garden and a traditional snug bar with exposed beams and log fire. The light and airy restaurant serves high quality food using fresh local ingredients at affordable prices, including vegetarian and children’s options.
The Cleave Lustleigh TQ13 9TJ (T: 01647 277223)
Great food!
June 2023
Visited for an afternoon drink, while out on a walk down the cleave. Good ale & cider, all Devon made. Pretty garden to sit in (inside full except for back, less attractive, bar; front one is lovely). Menu looked fine, but too far to walk over & back at night. Only downside is DO check opening times before setting off - the pub closes most afternoons. Happy to refill walkers' water bottles too.
June 2022
Beautiful pub and garden.
April 2022
Perfect for a drink and meal after a lovely walk around the environs of Lustleigh. Our lunch was excellent. If this is indicative of the remainder of the menu then the cuisine here is a level above the normal pub standard.
October 2021
Pretty pub we actually walked to from our cottage over the ancient Hisley Bridge route. We visited twice and ate once and both visits were more than satisfactory. As a result of visiting I rode up the Wray Way to Moretonhampstead - the pub was near the station at Lustleigh and worth trying as it has a gentle gradient compared to the lanes around Lustleigh.
October 2021
Looks lovely but does not serve any decent beer or cider, concentrating on the look and the food. Like most in this part of the world it has ceased to be a 'real' pub.
August 2020
Excellent baguettes for lunch. Dog friendly.
September 2019
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With views of Haytor and the rolling moor beyond the Tinpickle & Rhum is a cosy and welcoming spot complete with a fully stocked bar and delicious meals served all day. Open 7 days a week, serving hearty breakfasts, delicious lunches and Sunday roasts, afternoon tea and cakes, and more formal evening meals, this the perfect location whether you're after a quick pit stop during your walk on the Moors or a long meal accompanied by a glass of wine to catch-up with friends and family.
Tinpickle and Rhum The Moorland Hotel, Haytor, Dartmoor TQ13 9XT (T: 01364 661142)
Sunday lunch was a bit disappointing but the lunches during the week were really good. Staff are very friendly.
December 2023
No daily specials so the same choice every day. Food tasty and well presented but the limited menu put us off eating there more often.
September 2023
Really great place to eat and in a lovely setting. The very best battered cod we had ever ate. A little more vegetarian choice would be very welcome
May 2023
Very dog friendly. Grandson (aged 4) loved the children's burger and we all loved the garden. Shout out to the bar manager who remembered us from a previous visit.
May 2023
Very friendly staff and dog friendly too. We enjoyed our meals there but portions aren’t enormous but good quality food. If the weather is good then the gardens are perfect for a drink and relaxing in with your dog.
September 2022
Visited for a lunchtime drink, largely out of curiosity (we knew it when HF ran it for walking holidays - very much spruced up since then, though I regret the loss of the lovely flagstones in reception & possibly the black silk wallpaper & outrageous chandelier!) The Devon cider & ale were good & the decor pleasant, though not so sure about the rather intrusive music. Service pleasant & others seemed to be enjoying their lunches off a fairly extensive menu. Downside is the 4* hotel prices on drinks - much dearer than either The Cleave at Lustleigh or The Kestor Inn at Manaton.
June 2022
We love the food at this hotel (Quality at a very reasonable price). We dined here regularly in both restaurants whilst staying in a cottage nearby with my partner's father staying at the hotel. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. When her father sadly had to be taken to hospital to have his ulcer treated the manager and her staff assisted us admirably, the Manager calling the ambulance and giving the relevant details to the service provider. Thankyou so much and best wishes to you all at The Moorland.
May 2022
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A traditional inn with award winning restaurant serving imaginative dishes using fresh local fish, meat and game accompanied by a selection of local ales, ciders and an extensive wine list.
The Rock Inn Haytor Vale, Dartmoor National Park, Newton Abbot TQ13 9XP
Outstanding every time
February 2024
We had two meals here and both were excellent. Staff really lovely.
December 2023
A really nice pub with a lovely garden but odd opening hours.
June 2023
Superb setting. The garden is wonderful. Food was first class but a little more vegetarian choice would be good
May 2023
It would be nice to be able to review the drinks and food but when we walked in there wasn't a soul to be seen despite the door being open the pub was deserted. The garden looked lovely. After waiting several minutes we left and went to the Tinpickle & Rhum.
May 2023
Looks like a country pub from the outside but is more a hotel/restaurant inside. We didn’t eat but the food looked good. Really nice garden and good beer. Also dog friendly but only certain spaces inside.
September 2022
We know this establishment from many previous visits over several years and can recommend it highly. It is in a beautiful location and serves excellent food. There is always a friendly welcome there.
August 2021
Awesome. Beautiful garden for pre dinner drinks. Excellent menu and quality of food and service.
June 2021
Had two meals at Rock Inn. Small menu but delicious food - especially the Lobster Bisque Risotto starter.
June 2021
Great pub, but really disappointed with the food. Better pubs in the area - especially The Old Inn up at Widecombe
May 2021
Lovely pub with a great garden, very friendly. My only recommendation would be to introduce a lite bite and sandwiches to their lunch time menu.
July 2019
Good food and service
June 2019
Fantastic Sunday lunch, great service.
June 2019
Really welcoming place, lovely garden and nice quirky interior to the pub. Staff very welcoming and helpful. Food absolutely yummy, perhaps a little expensive, but perfect for a special evening out.
May 2018
Superb evening meal. Fantastic quality, good choices and professional service. Very attractive interior too.
February 2018
The staff were very helpful and pleasant and it was a cosy traditional rural venue. The food was very good although small portions and I would say a little overpriced. Overall did enjoy this venue.
August 2017
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A pretty farm shop and café with a friendly, relaxed atmosphere serving teas, coffees, homemade light meals and cakes.
Ullacombe Farm Café Ullacombe Farm, Haytor Rd, Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbot TQ13 9LL
Amazing place, but impossible to reserve a table unless you get in early.
February 2024
A great place to shop
September 2023
Excellent, reasonably priced Breakfast. It was great to have the animals and play area for the children too.
July 2023
Great place to take the family. Toy tractor barn and goats to feed for the kids. Super food. But cafe gets very busy and you need to book.
June 2023
Excellent local farm shop. Meat really good.
June 2023
Child and dog friendly. Lots of animals for small people to see and pet and excellent breakfast!
May 2023
Fantastic place for food and ice creams. Lovely staff and fantastic range of things to do for young children. Well worth a visit. We went twice during our week at the wool store.
July 2022
A Nice, family friendly place. Their menu has a lot of choices but as we had a late lunch there on a Father’s Day, they have run out of a few options. What we had was still tasty though.
June 2022
Amazing!!
March 2022
Reasonably priced cafe with unadventurous hot food menu, I.e. burgers, fish and chips. Thumbs up for the home made raspberry jam available from the shop. Good play areas for kids.
October 2021
It was very busy whenever we went and we were unable to get a table. There appeared to insufficient staff to keep tables cleared.
July 2021
Very friendly staff. Had a wonderful takeaway cream tea.
May 2021
Great facilities and shop, especially for children!
May 2021
Very nice place to eat, food good reasonable prices, quite comfortable and clean.
October 2020
Had a lovely meal here. There was a good atmosphere and the cafe was nicely decorated in Halloween theme for the kids. The shop stocked lots of local food and goods though a bit pricey. Felt safe regarding their Covid procedures.
October 2020
Good farm shop. Unfortunately unable to book a place in cafe.
September 2020
Excellent breakfast
September 2019
Superb food, great service. If you're looking for a good breakfast to get you started in the morning, this is the place to come!
July 2019
Great place for lunch, or just coffee. Good food, friendly staff and dogs welcome. Visit the excellent butchers while you are there.
June 2019
Well worth a visit, gorgeous setting and wonderful food!
August 2018
One of the best quality cooked breakfasts we have ever had! Great value for money.
February 2018
The pasties from here are lovely. We also got a lot of our gifts to take home from here. Great products on sale and very friendly staff.
October 2017
We were staying just up the road from this great place, so called in for lunch with my son and family, who joined us from Torquay. The place was quit busy, but the staff were really helpful, and let us know the approximate wait for our meal. This turned up fairly quickly and was excellent. The size of the steak and ale pie has to be seen to be believed! Will definitely call in again.
September 2017
Made a couple of visits during our stay, not a huge selection but lovely pies. Also tried the local wine & some of the coffee's. Worth a visit.
September 2017
We were staying a mile away near HayTor for two weeks in June and used this excellent farm shop most days. The friendly staff make you feel welcome and the service is very efficient. We ate there several days and as much as we could used it as an alternative to supermarket shopping. The meals are excellent and the cakes are works of art!
July 2017
A fabulous little farm shop and cafe. We stopped here for lunch when we arrived and breakfast during the week. We picked up all our meat from the onsite butcher, but there seemed less choice in the shop compared with our visit last year.
May 2017
A sympathetically refurbished hotel in the heart of this small moorland town, with a restaurant championing fresh, local and seasonal produce. Traditional cream teas are served in the relaxing, sofa filled lounge.
The White Hart Restaurant The Square, Moretonhampstead, Newton Abbot TQ13 8NF (T: 01647 440500) ->
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Sitting at the mouth of the River Teign, Teignmouth is a traditional British seaside resort with a wide sandy beach backed by Georgian houses and a Victorian pier with amusement arcades and cafes. The main beach, known as Town Beach, offers acres of sand to play on and sunbathe and if the mood takes you the safe waters are perfect for taking a dip. The sheltered estuary is popular with kayakers and paddle boarders, and the award winning clean waters are home to plenty of sealife with dolphins spotted occaisionally offshore. No dogs 1st May – 30th September.
Lovely long beach which is excellent for dog-walking. Parking not the cheapest though
March 2023
This family friendly Blue Flag beach is the perfect spot for some traditional seaside fun. The mile and a half long sandy beach with award winning clean waters is backed by sheltered sand dunes and grassland, home to over 600 types of flowering plants and a host of interesting birdlife. If watersports are your thing you can have a go at surfing or body boarding under the watchful eye of the RNLI lifeguards, or enjoy the many family friendly amusements and rides. The beach is easily accessible with plenty of parking, toilets and a choice of restaurants, cafes and bars plus deck chair hire. Dogs welcome all year round in designated areas.
Exmouth Beach is a bustling two mile stretch of golden sand at the mouth of the Exe Estuary backed by a promenade of shops and restaurants. Old meets new here, with traditional seaside donkey rides, swing boats and crazy golf alongside volley ball courts and a huge selection of modern watersports including jet skis, kite surfing, kayaking, paddle boarding and windsurfing.
If you’re looking for some peace and quiet you can find that here too at the far end of the beach, where there are also some rock pools for children to explore. Exmouth is known as the gateway to the Jurassic Coast and its cliffs are teaming with fossils and geological finds. The coastline is also part of the South West Coast Path with the beach and surrounding cliffs providing some excellent long and short walks.
Dogs are welcome all year on parts of the beach and on the main beach from October to the end of April. Dog bins are provided.
In between Brixham and Paignton, this long, sandy beach is a popular spot with families, thanks to its sheltered waters, year-round facilities and easy parking. The Blue Flag beach is perfect for making sandcastles and searching for wildlife in the rockpools. There are toilets, and two places to get ice creams, coffees and soft drinks. What’s more, the car park is right by the beach, so there’s no need to lug your provisions a long way. Behind the pretty row of colourful beach huts, there’s a large grassy area, so don’t forget to pack a ball or rounders bat to keep the whole family entertained. Broadsands Beach is a popular dog walking spot throughout autumn and winter, but there is a seasonal dog ban during the summer months (1st May - 30th September).
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Far from the bustling crowds of Paignton and Brixham’s bigger beaches, this small pebbly cove is a truly relaxing spot. The calm waters are great for swimming and are said to have been one of Agatha Christie’s favourite bathing spots. Elberry Cove even features in one of her crime thriller novels, The ABC Murders. This picture-perfect cove, surrounded by sloping wooded hillsides and crystal clear water, can only be accessed by the coast path, with the nearest carpark at Broadsands Beach. From here, it is only a 10 - 15 minute walk, but make sure to pack a picnic or grab a bite to eat at Broadsands Beach before you set off, as there aren’t any facilities at here. Dogs are welcome on the beach throughout the year.
Lovely quieter beach, dog and BBQ friendly. We had teens that hired kayaks from nearby Broadsands beach and paddled around the coast to meet us. Very accomodating kayak hire and not too expensive.
August 2018