Dartmoor is easy to get to, with a host of public transport options and road links. Dartmoor can be accessed from around the country using the M5 - alternatively, the Exeter/Okehampton Dartmoor Line directly connects the northern part of Dartmoor to the city of Exeter, where you can find connections to the main UK rail network. The main line train stations closest to Dartmoor National Park include: two stations in Exeter, Newton Abbot, Totnes, Ivybridge and Plymouth.
Journey time between London Paddington and Plymouth is around 4 hours, and you can then get an onward connection to Dartmoor.
Chagford named as one of Britain’s prettiest towns
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Chagford on Dartmoor has been named as one of Britain’s best looking towns as part of research undertaken by The Telegraph. The Telegraph’s travel journalists ranked the towns in Britain based on the pleasantness of their shop fronts, historic architecture, low traffic, low litter, stunning views…
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Dartmoor’s most famous tors
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The Dartmoor National Park is truly one of the most spectacular landscapes in the county and one thing that makes the moor so unique are the tors, hills and valleys. These natural features make the National Park such an ecologically diverse area and in the autumn, while the leaves are starting to…
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Check out TikTok’s favourite Devon locations
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We know that we sound biased when we tell you that Devon is the best place for a staycation, so we’re hoping that by telling you about some of the most popular locations according to TikTok, it will strengthen the argument! Back in the summer, the team at Sweetcombe Cottage Holidays have revealed…
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Half term excitement at Bovey Castle
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After all the stress of the first term back at school, it won’t just be the kids who will want to take a break this October half term. Whether you’re looking for something to blow off some steam or somewhere to relax and ignore the ever increasing mountain of homework, you’ll find something to…
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Devon’s myths and legends
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As spooky season approaches, we thought we would lead you in gently by introducing you to some of Devon’s myths and legends. Like many places across the West Country, Devon is a haven for local folklore and supernatural stories that have been passed down through the generations. Read on to find out…
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