Local Attractions (31)

We are lucky enough to be situated in Devon, its one of the most beautiful locations in the UK, Its a very popular place for all ages to come and stay, in this section we have a list of nearby Attractions for all ages, please take a look.

	The BIG Sheep - All Weather Attraction - Days out, North Devon The Big Sheep is a leading member of Devon’s Top Attractions. Based in Bideford, North Devon, the attraction is an all weather attraction for a family days out in Devon. With a great balance of indoor and outdoor shows and attractions to suit all ages your day out will be fun and educational. Brilliant for when you're looking for things to do in Devon. Visit us on a Saturday or Sunday for great time adventures in our HUGE heated Indoor Playzone. Perfect for on thoses winter cold days. Let the children run off some steam while you relax with friends in our heated Bo Peeps' cafe serving fresh food and drinks. Newly installed heated system and fresh coffee machine for winter 2008/09. Also open during weekends... Animal Barn, Sheepy Shop, Battlefield Live* Chair-o-planes.* Although the main attraction is closed our Sheepy shop remains open. You'll find unusual and rare gifts including sheep skin rugs, Kipling bags, Pachamama clothing and thousands of childrens' soft toys. http://www.thebigsheep.co.uk/
	Bradworthy Transport Museum Devon Motor Transport Museum in Devon - unique display of over 100 antique road, farm, commerical vehicles. Enthusiast groups from all over have visited and given their seal of approval to this unique collection. Just to wet your appetite the collection includes numerous rare vehicles including a right hand drive Canadian Chrysler, a 1932 Hillman Minx and a 1948 Fordson 7V tipper lorry. Ken has acquired a 1928 Fiat saloon, a Nuffield tractor, a 1962 350 AJS and a Green Goddess Fire Engine which is being restored to original specification. http://www.bradworthy-transport-museum.co.uk/
	Crealy Adventure Parks - Great Days Out in Devon & Cornwall - Devon & Cornwall Attraction Enjoy a great family day out at Crealy Adventure Parks; the South West's leading visitor attraction. With lots of things to do at Crealy Great Adventure Theme Parks in Devon and Cornwall, you will be assured of a great family day out.Crealy Great Adventure Parks in Devon and Cornwall are the South West’s favourite family attractions! Enjoy life’s biggest adventures with slides, rides and huge all weather play areas. http://www.crealy.co.uk/
	Where to go in Devon, Sightseeing Devon, Day out in Devon with Children, Places to see Devon For family days out in Devon with children, Canonteign Falls tourist attraction combines sightseeing, scenic walks, lakes and wildlife. Come and discover one of the best places to see and visit in Devon, and a great kids days out. A breathtaking sight, described by one visitor as “one of the most idyllic places on earth ”, wildlife thrives in the peace and tranquillity that makes the Falls a haven for both adults and children. Gentle pathways take you to three scenic walks, suitable for all ages and abilities, and our forest garden and nature trail is a fascinating place to learn about wildlife and conservation techniques. If you are wondering where to go, and what to see in Devon; or you enjoy a spot of sightseeing and discovering places of interest, Canonteign Falls is a hidden gem and one of the most idyllic places to see and explore in Devon with children. Perfect for outdoor adventure, our children's play area and children’s assault course will keep the little ones happy, and our lakeside restaurant, snack bar and gift shop will ensure that your every need is catered for. http://www.canonteignfalls.com/
	Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway : No family trip to the picturesque towns of Lynton and Lynmouth would be complete without a trip on the world famous Cliff Railway – it’s the best and most exciting way to travel between these two historic towns. It will be one of the highlights of the day – for Mums, Dads and the Kids! Enjoy stunning views of the North Devon Coastline as you glide up and down the 862 foot length of track; from Lynmouth nestling at the foot of the cliffs to Lynton perched 500 feet above. http://www.cliffrailwaylynton.co.uk/
	Powderham Castle - Home Powderham Castle is located in a unique, picturesque setting beside the Exe estuary. Built in 1391 by Sir Philip Courtenay it has remained in the same family to this day, currently home to the 18th Earl of Devon. Having survived a great deal of damage during the Civil War, the Castle was restored and altered in later centuries. These days, visitors can marvel at the breathtaking medieval grand staircase and the stunning eighteenth century music room. The original Victorian Kitchen has recently been opened to the public, so visitors can now have a glimpse of life below stairs in the Earl's household and appreciate how the 19th century kitchen would have been run. Regular guided tours offer a fascinating walk through the Castle's majestic rooms, where you can admire the most amazing architecture, hear some remarkable stories and learn about the family history. Our experienced guides are able to adapt the tour according to their audience to ensure our visitors enjoy an informative yet entertaining tour. http://www.powderham.co.uk/
	Quince Honey Farm Quince Honey Farm, Here in our world famous Honey Farm you can stand and watch these wild and wonderful creatures from the distant past. The unique design of the indoor apiary allows close up viewing in complete safety. The glass booths expose the working colonies of honeybees without interfering with their natural lifestyle. Founded in 1949 the farm has grown over the years until today it is the largest honey farm in the country. The large exhibition halls were added in 1980 when the farm moved to it's current site. Here at the heart of the operation you can closely observe the honeybee colonies, which have taken over a modern chimney, a postbox, roof cavities, straw skeps as well as their ancient homes - hollow trees and bushes. Other hives within the Exhibition are designed to open at the press of a button. These innovative designs are acknowledged by experts to lead the world in easy viewing of the most interesting and productive insect the world has got to offer. You can view the complete story of honey production and beeswax from the hive to the finished product. http://www.quincehoney.co.uk/
	Welcome to Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon, UK. Paignton Zoo is home to thousands of amazing animals and plants. Visit the desert, cross the savannah, explore the forest and trek through the tropics. Use your senses to discover the wild world: look around, listen out - you’ll even need your sense of smell! It’s a great day out for everyone. Paignton Zoo is home to thousands of amazing animals and plants. Walk through a world of wonder – visit the desert, cross the savannah, explore the forest and trek through the tropics. Use your senses to discover the wild world: look around, listen out – you’ll even need your sense of smell! Find out about conservation and the world’s endangered species. Paignton Zoo is a great day out for everyone. As well as the thousands of animals, there’s a miniature train ride, a wobbly jungle bridge in Lemur Wood, indoor and outdoor play areas, keeper talks and feeding times, places to eat and places to sit – all packed into 80 acres of natural habitat. http://www.paigntonzoo.org.uk/
	Blackpool Sands - South Devon - Dartmouth - Salcombe - South Hams - Plymouth - Torbay - Exeter Blackpool Sands - South Devon - Dartmouth - Salcombe - South Hams - Plymouth - Torbay - Exeter. Blackpool Sands, set in a sheltered bay surrounded by evergreens and pines is one of South Devon's most beautiful natural treasures. An award-winning privately owned family beach with turquoise blue sea giving it an almost Mediterranean feel. Set on the beautiful South Devon coast, nestled between Dartmouth and Slapton within easy reach from Plymouth, Exeter, Totnes or Torbay. With sand pits, a bathing raft, kayaks for hire, a range of delicious hot and cold food and a beach shop, it has something for all the family. But don't just take our word for it, come and see for yourself! Lifeguard patrol and no dogs during summer season. A host of rare and unusual specimens, many from the Southern Hemisphere, have found a home here such as varieties of Leptospermums and Callistemons, Embothriums, Olearias and Pittosporums. These together with plants and shrubs from other parts of the world thrive in the garden’s southerly, coastal location, while at the same time enjoying the protection from salt-laden winds afforded them by the dense evergreen belt of trees that lines the coastal road. http://www.blackpoolsands.co.uk/
	Dartington Crystal Glass - known throughout the world for high quality paperweights and artglass The story began in the 1920's at the beautiful Dartington Hall in Devon when a wealthy American heiress and her Yorkshire man husband; Dorothy and Leonard Elmhurst founded the Dartington Hall Trust. Based at Dartington, near Totnes, South Devon, their original vision was to assist the economic regeneration of rural areas through a combination of enterprises spanning business, education, the arts and country crafts. The Dartington Hall Trust soon became a multi-faceted concern with a diverse range of interests from cheese making, carpentry, farming, forestry and education through to the conducting of research into rural communities.During the early 1960's, it became evident to the Trust, that to the north of the county there was an ever-increasing demand for new industry due to population migration to the cities. This depopulation and the lack of employment for young people were the basis for which the idea of a glass-making factory evolved. In order to provide the expertise required for this enterprising idea, the Trust recruited the first Managing Director, Eskil Vilhemson, from a Swedish Glass manufacturer, who in turn recruited a team of Scandinavian glass blowers and brought them to Devon. The factory was officially opened in June 1967 when it employed just 35 people. Over the following years, glass blowing skills were taught to English craftsmen, working originally to Scandinavian designs and later to the work of British designers. Many of the original glass blowers remained in Torrington and have been a key strength over the years in developing Dartington Crystal into the leading name in English crystal. http://www.dartington.co.uk/

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