Hartland Abbey & Gardens

A day out at Hartland Abbey, a stately home and popular film location in a stunning valley a mile…

Dartington Hall

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

Powderham Castle

There is so much to see and do at Powderham Castle you will be pushed to fit it all in to one day,…

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.

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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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Powderham Castle

Exeter

Come & explore Powderham's unique story.
Hartland Abbey & Gardens

Bideford

A day out at Hartland Abbey, a stately home and popular film location in a stunning valley a mile from Hartland Quay on the N W Devon coast, is to step back in time.
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Becky Falls

Newton Abbot

Set within a spectacular ancient valley, come and experience Dartmoor’s famous Becky Falls.
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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…
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Babbacombe Model Village

Torquay

Babbacombe Model Village famed for its miniature landscaped gardens in Torquay.
Dartington Hall

Totnes

Historic Dartington Hall is an inspiring, 1200-acre cultural destination just outside Totnes.
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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…
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…
National Trust - Buckland Abbey

Plymouth

National Trust Buckland Abbey is an ancient gem in the Tavy Valley landscape.
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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,…
Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum

Barnstaple

Intriguing Regency house and impressive collection of horse-drawn vehicles, set in picturesque gardens and ground.
National Trust - Castle Drogo

Nr Exeter

Dramatic National Trust castle overlooking the Teign Gorge, undergoing a conservation project.
National Trust - Saltram

Plymouth

The perfect family day out, close to Plymouth and yet in a world of its own, Saltram National Trust.
National Trust - Knightshayes

Tiverton

One of the finest gardens in the South West, Knightshayes is a masterpiece of architectural planting.
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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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…
National Trust - Coleton Fishacre House & Garden

Kingswear

Travel back in time to the Jazz Age at the country home of the D'Oyly Carte family.
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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.
National Trust - Killerton

Exeter

Killerton Estate in the heart of Devon.