Ask us about footpaths for local walks
Note ‐ there is an OS map of the local area in the outbuilding opposite the Hayloft cottage. Hembury Gate in in the centre of the map.
RHS Rosemoor, Torrington ‐ beautiful gardens, outdoor play areas, restaurant & shop
The Tarka Trail following the river torridge (originally a railway line) ‐ great for walking and cycling, no steep hills and you can hire bikes at points along the way
"Sams" Cider, Winkleigh ‐ sample/takeaway some 'proper devon cider'
Torview Wines, local vineyard, on the road to Sheepwash. Seasonal tours and tasting, https://torview.co.uk
Easter Hall Park Stables, Petrockstowe; horse riding
War Horse Country Farm Park, Hatherleigh ‐ not far from us, it has a museum featuring items and areas involved in the making of the War Horse Film
Clovelly ‐ a narrow cobble street with a lovely harbour at the bottom and a pub. A very famous spot in Devon, very steep though! (featured in the firm "The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society"). Note that Clovelly is a private estate and there is a high entry fee (£7.75 / adult ‐ 2020). If you are prepared to take a 5 mile walk, free access is possible by following the SW coast path from Bucks Mills or from Brownsham National Trust car park.
Bucks Mills ‐ beautiful village on the coast (small free car park)
Peppercombe ‐ a lovely walk down to a pebble bay and access to walk along the coastline
Hartland Abbey ‐ gardens and a walk down to the coast, featuring a cottage that appeared in the TV series The Night Manager (the pub and garage scenes were filmed in Hartland village). Also the location of Prince William's stag night! (charges apply)
Hartland Quay ‐ pub, shop, museum and the remains of an ancient quay
Hartland Point ‐ lighthouse on the northwest tip of Devon
Lundy Island ‐ can be visited by day trip via the Oldenburg boat. The Lundy Shore Office is located on Bideford Quay for times and bookings
Docton Mill ‐ gardens, mill and tearooms
The Milky Way ‐ perfect day out for the children and whole family. If its raining you can take advantage of the large indoor soft play area
The Big Sheep ‐ Sheep racing and rollercoaster, it's all there if the suns shining. A great day for families
Westward Ho! ‐ has lots to offer for a start it has a wonderful long sandy beach, amusement arcades, shops and many restuarants
Cooklets Beach, Bude ‐ is another favourite for families and also has a great café called "Rosies" which does some awesome food and milkshakes.
The Rectory Tea Rooms Morwenstow ‐ award winning tearooms
Roadford Lake ‐ sailing and watersports
...and a little bit further afield
Lynton / Lynmouth ‐ bay set in a steep gorge on the Exmoor coast
Combe Martin ‐ rocky cove and harbour on the edge of Exmoor
Watermouth / Watermouth Castle ‐ small bay and harbour with adjacent theme park
Ilfracombe ‐ harbor, beach, entertainment
Lee Bay ‐ rocky bay and picturesque village
Woolacombe ‐ seaside resort, the full package
Croyde Bay ‐ large sandy beach, water sports, pubs and cafes
Saunton Sands ‐ large sandy beach, popular with surfers
Northam Burrows ‐ grassy coastal plane and SSSI
Duckpool Bay ‐ National Trust beach, rock pools, stream, café
Sandymouth ‐ National Trust beach, the tide comes right in so check tide times, café
Widemouth ‐ nice sandy beach, popular with surfers, plenty of parking, cafés
Crackington Haven ‐ amazing rock formations, surfing, cafés and pub
Boscastle ‐ the fishing port made famous by the 2004 flood, cafes, pubs, visitor centre
Tintagel ‐ prepare for a steep walk if you visit the mythical Castle
Port Isaac ‐ fishing port featured in the TV series Doc Martin. Park at the top and walk down. Pubs, cafes, gift shops. Walk round to Port Gaverne to get away from the crowds. Note the "main car park" can be found on the outskirts of Port Issac and is about 1km from the coastal area. St. Endellion car park is much closer but usually full ‐ beware
Port Quin ‐ National Trust bay
Padstow ‐ pasties, fish and chips, Rick Stein, usually busy
...something a bit different
Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre ‐ historic fairground rides and attractions ‐ got to be seen to be believed
The Highwayman Inn ‐ "the most unusual pub in Britain", bonkers
Jamaica Inn ‐ the 'smugglers inn' on Bodmin Moor, featured in Daphne du Maurier book of the same name
Bodmin Jail ‐ a 'haunted' historic prison
...and, of course... Dartmoor