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Babbacombe Model Village

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Canonteign Falls

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RHS Garden Rosemoor

RHS Garden Rosemoor

Nestled in the Torridge Valley, Rosemoor is an enchanging place to visit in every season; cherry…

Dartington Hall

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

Hartland Abbey & Gardens

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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.

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.

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  1. Hartland Abbey & Gardens

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    Hartland Abbey & Gardens

    Bideford

    See details of our Covid-19 procedures here.

    A day out at Hartland Abbey, a stately home in a stunning setting a mile from Hartland Quay on the north-west Devon coast,…

  2. Becky Falls

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    Becky Falls

    Newton Abbot

    Set within a spectacular ancient valley, Dartmoor’s famous Becky Falls has been attracting visitors since 1903, and no trip to Devon would be complete without a visit. 

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  3. Powderham Castle

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    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!*

    For the…

  4. Dartington Hall

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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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    Babbacombe Model Village

    Torquay

    Babbacombe Model Village currently recommend that people book an arrival slot in advance, you will then pay at the gate by card. Find more information: https://model-village…

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    Bicton Park Botanical Gardens

    Budleigh Salterton

    At Bicton you can enjoy over 60 acres of beautiful gardens with their soft sweeping lawns, elegant water features, fragrant English borders and formal gardens, plus a breadth…

  7. RHS Garden Rosemoor

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    RHS Garden Rosemoor

    Great Torrington, Torrington

    Nestled in the Torridge Valley, Rosemoor is an enchanging place to visit in every season; cherry trees blossom in the spring, the iconic Hot Garden dazzles with vibrant…

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    Canonteign Falls

    Exeter

    We are now closed for the season and thank you for your support this year. We look forward to welcoming you back in march 2021.

    Our 90 acres of estate land, woodland,…

  9. Haldon Forest Park - Forestry England

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    Haldon Forest Park - Forestry England

    Exeter

    COVID-19: not all facilities are available. Check website for more information.

    Haldon Forest Park is made up of 3,500 acres of woodland, just 15 minutes from Exeter.…

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    Beer

    Pecorama 2020: We regret to inform you that we have taken the very difficult decision to announce that Pecorama will remain closed to the general public for the whole 2020…

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    River Dart Country Park

    Ashburton

    Voted Small Visitor Attraction of the Year at Visit Devon Tourism Awards, River Dart Country Park is an award-winning family day out!  Packed with outdoor fun for all ages,…

  12. Fursdon Gardens and Tea Room

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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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    Tapeley Park & Gardens

    Instow

    Located near the picturesque village of Instow, Tapeley Park sits at the heart of the wider Christie Estate. Tapeley is a private (but welcoming) estate, open to the public…

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    National Trust - Knightshayes

    Tiverton

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    Everything is open with the exception of the house. The cafe is serving takeaway drinks and snacks. You'll need to book your visit in advance and will…

  15. Arlington Court

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    Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum

    Barnstaple

    **The car park, garden & grounds at Arlington Court are now open. You will need to book in advance**

    Hidden in the lichen-draped landscape of North Devon, Arlington is a…

  16. National Trust - Saltram

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    National Trust - Saltram

    Plymouth

    **Please check with each National Trust property about opening times during Covid**

    A house full of treasures, stories & intrigue. A secret garden to lose yourself in,…

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    National Trust - Killerton

    Exeter

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    Would you give away your family home for your political beliefs? Sir Richard Acland did just that with his Killerton Estate in the…

  18. Castle Hill Gardens

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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…

  19. Otter Estuary - Clinton Devon Estates

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    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…

  20. National Trust - Castle Drogo

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    National Trust - Castle Drogo

    Exeter

    **The gardens and toilets are now open. You will need to book your visit in advance**

    Nothing is normal. Dramatic castle overlooking the Teign Gorge, undergoing a…

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