Historic West Devon is one of the most beautiful regions in Britain and is home to both a Natural Landscape (formerly an AONB) and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Boasting the wild and rugged Dartmoor National Park, the lowland valley of River Tamar and bustling market towns of Tavistock and Okehampton, complemented by quaint villages such as Chagford speckled across the landscape, offering a nod to times gone by…
Whether you want to roam around museums, browse boutique and artisan shops or create cycling and horse riding adventures, a visit to West Devon offers a little bit of magic to make your visit simply unforgettable!
The bordering region of South Hams is a place where you can relax and unwind or create new adventures. With its beautiful coastline, the whole family can enjoy days out at the beach and try a range of water sports.
Head to the coastal and estuary towns of Dartmouth, Salcombe and Kingsbridge that offer great shopping and restaurants. Explore historic Totnes on the banks of the River Dart that holds regular markets and events throughout the year. Or visit Ivybridge, surrounded by beautiful countryside and moorland with its rich heritage of traditional South Devon industries.
Ivybridge has a rich heritage of traditional South Devon industries and is nestled between countryside and moorland. With a bustling town centre and the original packhorse bridge ‘Ivy Bridge’ still standing, there are plenty of things to see and do for all the family. As the starting point of the Two Moors Way, Ivybridge is a great base for walkers wanting to explore Dartmoor and Exmoor.
The South Hams offers an abundance of activities to keep you happy on land or sea!
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