Nicky's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Drogo Castle was the last castle built in England. Only a mile or two from Monks, the gardens and views are glorious and there is a wonderful circular walk from the carpark at Drogo, along the Hunters Path, down to Fingle Bridge for a splendid Devon cream tea, and back along the River Teign to Drogo. (Approximately 2 hours for the circuit walk).
There is also an excellent gift shop and tea room at Drogo.
49 locals recommend
National Trust - Castle Drogo
DriveDrogo Castle was the last castle built in England. Only a mile or two from Monks, the gardens and views are glorious and there is a wonderful circular walk from the carpark at Drogo, along the Hunters Path, down to Fingle Bridge for a splendid Devon cream tea, and back along the River Teign to Drogo. (Approximately 2 hours for the circuit walk).
There is also an excellent gift shop and tea room at Drogo.
Excellent quality locally made ceramics, sculptures and jewellery
The crafts are displayed in a historic converted mill
The South West has a strong tradition of high quality fine art and crafts - perfect gifts and mementos. The Devon Guild of Craftsmen is based in a converted water mill in Bovey Tracey, 1/2 hour's drive down the A382 - a perfect showcase for top quality arts and crafts.
33 locals recommend
Devon Guild of Craftsmen
Fore StreetThe South West has a strong tradition of high quality fine art and crafts - perfect gifts and mementos. The Devon Guild of Craftsmen is based in a converted water mill in Bovey Tracey, 1/2 hour's drive down the A382 - a perfect showcase for top quality arts and crafts.
Bicycle and walking trails
Devon offers a range of multi use trails to explore and we have E-bikes which you are welcome to hire
Explore the beautiful landscapes and views of Dartmoor and Devon on bikes or walking - we are happy to provide guidance and directions
67 locals recommend
Tarka Trail
Explore the beautiful landscapes and views of Dartmoor and Devon on bikes or walking - we are happy to provide guidance and directions
In the heart of Dartmoor, Postbridge is a tiny, friendly hamlet. Great walking, and a visit to the famous Clapper Bridge before a wonderful Devon cream tea. The perfect afternoon.
7 locals recommend
Postbridge Clapper Bridge
In the heart of Dartmoor, Postbridge is a tiny, friendly hamlet. Great walking, and a visit to the famous Clapper Bridge before a wonderful Devon cream tea. The perfect afternoon.
Cathedral City
Magnificent Exeter Cathedral, great shopping and our local heroes - the "Exeter Chiefs" - our very successful and hugely popular rugby team.
Exeter
Neighbourhoods
One of the many charming historic Dartmoor hamlets - cycle down on the Wray Valley Trail and visit the excellent Cleave Pub. There are wonderful walks between Lustleigh and Manaton - or make your way to famous Haytor.
13 locals recommend
Lustleigh
One of the many charming historic Dartmoor hamlets - cycle down on the Wray Valley Trail and visit the excellent Cleave Pub. There are wonderful walks between Lustleigh and Manaton - or make your way to famous Haytor.
Great pub
The Ring of Bells pub in North Bovey has been rebuilt with huge care to retain its charm and character after a catastrophic fire. The Ring of Bells offers great food, great beer and a very warm welcome. While you're there - explore North Bovey, with its beautiful village green, granite cottages and the lovely stone bridge.
North Bovey