Recreation and activities on and around the moor
Belstone, Okehampton
Situated on the northern edge of Dartmoor at approximately one thousand feet above sea level, Andrews Corner derives its unique character from the contrast between the rugged grandeur of the open moor and the verdant serenity of a cultivated garden.
Family-run outdoor education business offering adventure training, survival skills, and guided activities across Dartmoor since 2001.
Manaton, Newton Abbot
Dartmoor's iconic woodland park with a spectacular 70ft waterfall, 50 acres of ancient SSSI woodland, animals, nature trails and family activities.
Bigbury-on-Sea
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Lower Ashton, Exeter
Award-winning Devon attraction set in 90 acres of ancient woodland and parkland on the edge of Dartmoor National Park. Home to the South West's highest waterfall, a Victorian fern garden with National Collection status, seven lakes, adventure playgrounds, café and gift shop.
Remains of a medieval castle set on high ground above the moor, with earthwork defences still visible.
Drewsteignton, Exeter
Remarkable 20th-century granite castle designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens for millionaire Julius Drewe, overlooking the spectacular Teign Gorge. The last castle built in England, now cared for by the National Trust. Gardens, gorge walks, café and shop.
Outdoor coaching and guiding offering wild swimming walks, navigation courses and cold water swimming instruction across Dartmoor and Southwest Devon.
River-fed open-air swimming pool on Dartmoor, run entirely by local volunteers since 1969.
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