Exploring Dartmoor on horseback is a fantastic experience and sure to be a highlight of your holiday.  Cholwell Riding Stables caters for all types of rider from complete novice to experienced, and is perfectly located to ride straight out onto Dartmoor.

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A community arts centre in a beautifully converted chapel on the banks of the River Tamar offering a wide range of events including folk, jazz, comedy, theatre, talks and exhibitions plus a fully licensed bar.

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With over 700 years of history, Buckland Abbey is a magical place to visit with a story dating from the Cistercians who built the abbey and farmed the estate, to seafarers Grenville and Drake who influenced it as well as the country.  Explore meadows, orchards and woodlands, head to the cider house and peruse the herbaceous borders, there’s plenty to do whatever time of year you visit, and a restaurant for lunch and light snacks when you’re done.  Dogs are welcome in parts of the estate and it’s the perfect spot for summer picnics.  

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On the border of Devon and Cornwall, the Tamar Valley Donkey Park is home to donkeys, goats, sheep, pigs, rabbits and guinea pigs to feed and pet.  Guests can also visit Holly’s Café for hot and cold meals or a Cornish cream tea, there’s an indoor play barn as well as a soft play area, and lots of different parts of the park to explore and experience, including mini tractor rides.  Opening times are seasonal so do check the website before you visit, and prices start at £7.95 for adults and £7.50 for children.

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A beautiful moorland course with views stretching all the way to Cornwall, Yelverton Golf Club delivers firm fairways and true quick greens throughout the year.  The traditional clubhouse invites you in with a warm welcome, whether you’re a guest or a member, while the 18-hole course brings you challenges, excitement, obstacles and visual beauty all round.  Visitors are welcome, with green fees starting at £30.  Remember that dress codes apply so be mindful of that before you arrive. 

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A welcoming café and licenced restaurant serving cooked breakfasts, cakes, lunches, afternoon tea and Sunday roasts – all home cooked and delicious. 

Karen’s 42 Brook Street, Tavistock PL19 0HE (T: 01822 615460)

Centrally located with a large outdoor terrace overlooking the River Tavy as well as plenty of seating indoors, this is a good spot to stop and eat whilst shopping or exploring the town.  Friendly staff serve meals ranging from light bites to more traditional main meals, along with delicious puddings, coffees, teas and cakes. 

Eastgate Café & Brasserie 3 Market Road, Tavistock PL19 0BW (T: 01822 615655)

A historic, centrally located hotel with  light and airy restaurant open for lunch, dinner, morning coffee and Devon Cream teas as well as a cosy bar and lounge.  Sunday lunches accompanied by the house jazz band are popular .

The Bedford Hotel Restaurant 1 Plymouth Road, Tavistock PL19 8BB (T: 01822 613221)

A stylish and modern eatery offering seasonal menus full of high quality local ingredients along with  homemade cakes, fresh coffee, cream teas and classic cocktails.

Taylors 22 Market St, Tavistock PL19 0DD (T: 01822 613045)

A modern bistro championing local produce from steaks to fresh fish, along with good vegetarian options. 

The Fat Goose Bistro 75 West St, Tavistock PL19 8AJ (T: 01822 614280)

A 3 mile stretch of perfect sand located between Rame Head and Portwrinkle, this is possibly one of the best beaches in this part of Cornwall. It is worth noting though that there are dangerous rip currents, and although there is lifeguard cover May-September, swimming here can be dangerous.  Access to the beach is via steep cliff paths, unsuitable for wheelchairs or pushcharis from car parks at either end. The easiest access is from the car park near Tregantle Fort leading to Long Sands beach. The other car park is located near Sharrow Point and leads down to Freathy and Tregonhawke Beach.  Dog allowed all year round. 
 

With fabulous views across Plymouth Sound, Kingsand beach is a sheltered sand and shingle beach on the Rame Peninsula in East Cornwall, perfect for beachlovers of all ages.  In the heart of the traditional fishing village of Kingsand, the beach is backed by narrow streets of  fishermans cottages and the famous Kingsand Clocktower as well as several cafes and pubs to choose from.  Dogs allowed all year, no lifeguard cover. 

A sand and shingle beach with boats to hire, rockpools to explore and safe swimming, Cawsand village beach is similar to neighbouring Kingsand but is the larger of the two beaches.  Historically a smuggling village, 17^th century Cawsand retains its narrow streets, pretty cottages and traditional pubs making it popular with visitors during the summer months .

The popular beach at Wembury also offers acres of sand, award-winning clean, safe water for all ages to enjoy and an abundance of rock pools for little ones to explore. Take a stroll along the cliff paths towards Bovisand and Newton Ferrers for unrivalled coastal views, or visit Wembury Marine Centre which runs organised Rockpool Rambles throughout the summer months.  There is also a seasonal café, shop, car park and toilets.