Dartington Hall

The historic Dartington Hall is an inspiring, 1200-acre cultural destination just outside the…

Babbacombe Model Village

Babbacombe Model Village currently recommend that people book an arrival slot in advance, you will…

Bicton Park Botanical Gardens

At Bicton you can enjoy over 60 acres of beautiful gardens with their soft sweeping lawns, elegant…

Parks & Gardens

There are lots of lovely parks and gardens across Devon to visit and enjoy, partly because - in common with much of the UK - Devonians on the whole are great gardeners! Many also have play areas for children and cafes or shops/garden centres making them a great place for fun and relaxation.

Plenty of green space

Of course, Devon is also home to both Dartmoor National Park and Exmoor National Park, two of the UK’s most beautiful and important areas for the conservation of wildlife and natural beauty. Both are free to visit (you may have to pay a small fee for car parking) and have a huge wealth of information about what you can see and find online, in visitors centres and on boards that feature across both national parks. Both Exmoor National Park and Dartmoor National Park are home to wild species of plants and animals that are extremely scarce or totally unknown anywhere else in the world – and both also have some absolutely jaw-dropping views and landscapes.

You'll also find small and large parks and decorative gardens in most Devon towns and villages, as well as some award-winning ones too. They’re fantastic for those who are looking for a fun and inexpensive way to entertain the whole family with activities such as walking, cycling, football - or just sitting down and watching the world go by or enjoying a picnic. Devon’s well-looked after and child friendly parks are a great place to enjoy the great outdoors and have some fun.

Most city, town and villages have beautiful green lawns where you’ll find family play areas with age-appropriate play equipment, perhaps a beautiful bandstand, and often a skate park. With extensive play areas or vast open spaces for a game of football or rounders, going to a park during your stay is definitely a good option for keeping the whole family – and your purse - happy.

Take a look below, then start planning your trip!

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Dartington Hall

Totnes

The historic Dartington Hall is an inspiring, 1200-acre cultural destination just outside the ancient market town of Totnes, with Grade 2* gardens and woodland walks, plus a…
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RHS Garden Rosemoor

Great Torrington, Torrington

RHS Garden Rosemoor is an enchanting garden nestled in the beautiful Torridge Valley and home the infamous Tarka the Otter. Surrounded by woodland, the garden is rich in…
Hartland Abbey & Gardens

Bideford

A day out at Hartland Abbey, a stately home in a stunning setting a mile from Hartland Quay on the north-west Devon coast, is to step back in time.
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from 700 review(s)
Canonteign Falls

Exeter

Home to England’s highest manmade waterfalls, Canonteign Falls is a magical natural paradise found in the heart of the beautiful Teign Valley.
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from 1015 review(s)
Powderham Castle

Exeter

There is so much to see and do at Powderham Castle you will be pushed to fit it all in to one day, but don’t worry as you can come back on another day for FREE!*
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Bicton Park Botanical Gardens

Budleigh Salterton

Visit Bicton Park Botanical Gardens for a day and you can upgrade to an annual membership for only £9 per person, including free entry to Morwellham Quay. Membership provides…
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from 4258 review(s)
Babbacombe Model Village

Torquay

Babbacombe Model Village famed for its miniature landscaped gardens is branded as one of Europe's Premier Model Villages and one of Torquay's most beautiful gardens.
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from 751 review(s)
Becky Falls

Newton Abbot

Set within a spectacular ancient valley, come and experience Dartmoor’s famous Becky Falls.
Haldon Forest Park - Forestry England

Exeter

Haldon Forest Park is made up of 3,500 acres of woodland, just 15 minutes from Exeter. Open 364 days a year, it’s the perfect place to immerse yourself in the great outdoors…
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Fursdon Gardens and Tea Room

Exeter

Fursdon is one of Devon’s oldest family homes where the Fursdon family has lived for more than 750 years. The setting is stunning with views across the parkland and beyond…
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from 612 review(s)
River Dart Country Park

Ashburton

Voted one of the best visitor attractions in Devon!
River Dart Country Park is packed with adventures and fun for all the family.
Stone Lane Gardens

Chagford

Stone Lane Gardens amongst the gently rolling hills of the North East corner of Dartmoor National Park lies a garden unlike any other.
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Pecorama

Beer

Home to PECO, the world famous model railway track manufacturer, Pecorama is one of Devon’s leading tourist attractions perfect for families, model railway enthusiasts,…
Tapeley Park & Gardens

Instow

Tapeley Park Gardens, North Devon, invites you to explore a unique landscape. Its gardens combine sculpted Italian Terraces, enchanted woods, coastal views and the exotic…
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Castle Hill Gardens

Barnstaple

Situated between South Molton and Barnstaple in the village of Filleigh, Castle Hill offers visitors a great garden experience whatever the season. As you arrive your eye…
Cockington Court

Torquay

Cockington Court is one of Torbay's favourite destinations, combining history with present day through a thriving craft centre and a popular programme of events. The site…
Nature Reserves in Torridge

Step into nature in one of the numerous reserves and gardens in Torridge District. With Devon Wildlife Trust sites, National trust land, an RHS garden, and Stately Homes,…
Otter Estuary Nature Reserve

EAST DEVON

This compact and accessible estuary supports a particularly well developed saltmarsh flora that includes such characteristic plants as glasswort, sea puslane, and sea…
Dawlish Warren Nature & Wildlife Reserve

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren's most valuable ecological asset appears outside of the summer months - the descent of thousands of wildfowl and wading birds who use the mudflats to feed.
Seaton Wetlands

Seaton

Nearly 4km of level trails and boardwalk through beautiful marshland and reed beds alongside the river Axe, home to an abundance of wildlife.