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Attractions & Activities Newton Abbot
Attractions and Activities in or near Newton Abbot, such as Tuckers Maltings and Devon Guild of Craftsmen are listed below. Newton Abbot is an historic town located between the Moors and the sea. This friendly, busy market town has an interesting blend of shops including specialist shops and boutiques. One of the major attractions is the famous Newton Abbot Racecourse with its racing events held throughout the year. Good road and rail access making this an ideal base for exploring the varied landscapes and beautiful scenery.
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Tuckers Maltings
Teign Road, Newton Abbot 0.6 miles away
Tuckers Maltings is one of only a handful of floor Maltings that produce malt in the traditional way and is open to the public for guided tours. Supplying over 30 breweries in the West Country and beyond with quality malt. The Speciality Bottled Beer... more
Devon Guild of Craftsmen
Riverside Mill, Bovey Tracey 5.1 miles away
The Devon Guild of Craftsmen is the South West's largest contemporary craft centre. The Guild houses a spacious Gallery, large craft shop and The Terrace Cafe with rooftop seating - all housed in the Grade II Riverside Mill overlooking Dartmoor. ... more
Babbacombe Model Village
Hampton Avenue, Babbacombe, Torquay 5.2 miles away
Babbacombe Model Village has captured the essence of England´s past, present and future in thousands of miniature buildings, people and vehicles. Feel on top of the world when you take time out from the hustle and bustle of every day life to visit... more
Dartmoor National Park
Parke, Bovey Tracey 5.6 miles away
Dartmoor National Park covers an area of 368 square miles, making it the largest and wildest area of open country in Southern England. Lots of people visit the National Park to enjoy the beautiful scenery and to recharge their batteries, but many... more
Dartmouth Steam Railway & River Boat Company
Queen's Park Station, Torbay Road, Paignton 6.9 miles away
Dartmouth Steam Railway steam trains travel seven miles along the most spectacular South Devon coast down into the Dart Valley, a designated area of outstanding beauty; with stations at Goodrington Sands, Churston and the beautiful village of... more
Paignton Zoo
Totnes Road, Paignton 7.1 miles away
Paignton Zoo Environmental Park is one of Britain’s leading zoos. Visit the 80 acre site and you’ll see all your favourites such as lion, tiger, gorilla, orang-utan, flamingo, elephant and giraffe, as well as some more unusual species such as red... more
Buckfast Butterflies & Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary
The Station, Buckfastleigh 7.6 miles away
Buckfast Butterlies and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary offers a great day out for all the family. Learn about conservation issues and what we can do to encourage these insects into our own gardens. Find out how to sponsor an Otter and see how they live in... more
South Devon Railway
The Station, Dart Bridge Road, Buckfastleigh 7.6 miles away
The South Devon Railway is a fantastic, steamy day out! It’s one of the West Country’s top tourist attractions and will appeal to everyone in the family. Come and enjoy an outstanding seven-mile train ride behind a magnificent GWR steam engine... more
Buckfast Abbey
Buckfastleigh 7.8 miles away
Buckfast Abbey is home to a Roman Catholic community of Benedictine monks. It is believed that there has been an abbey on the site since 1018 built by King Canute. The impressive grounds have immaculate lawns and fine old stone buildings.... more
Greenway Ferry & Pleasure Cruises
13 The Quay, Brixham 10.2 miles away
Taking to the water is a must when visiting South Devon's beautiful bay home to the towns of Torquay and Brixham, or the South Hams picturesque port of Dartmouth or quaint town of Totnes - so why not do it in style aboard the largest ship sailing in... more
The Golden Hind Museum Ship
The Quay, Brixham Harbour, Brixham 10.2 miles away
Sir Francis Drake was the first Captain to sail around the world, step back in time and relive his incedible voyage 1577-1580 onboard this full sized replica of the Golden Hind. Permantely moored in the picturesque harbour and fishing village of... more
Woodlands Family Theme Park
Blackawton, Dartmouth 12.2 miles away
Woodlands Family Theme Park: The largest Family Theme Park in South West has 11 action packed Zones with all weather family fun. Experience white knuckle rides like the high flying Swing Ship and pulse pounding Avalanche, fly down water coasters that... more
World of Country Life
Sandy Bay, Littleham, Exmouth 12.4 miles away
World of Country Life gives you value for money, a great day out for all the family come rain or shine. Kids, adults and grandparents will all enjoy a full day of memorable experiences. Why not take a walk back in time down Memory Lane and explore... more
Dartmouth Steam Railway & River Boat Company
Kingswear Signal Box, The Square, Kingswear 12.6 miles away
Dartmouth Steam Railway & River Boat Company: We are unique in offering combined steam railway, river and sea adventures for days out in South Devon. Our steam trains travel seven miles along the most spectacular South Devon coast down into the... more
Exeter Cathedral
1 The Cloisters, Exeter 13.7 miles away
Exeter Cathedral welcomes anyone to participate in their religious services. Guided tours operate when services are not taking place.... more
Crealy Great Adventure
Sidmouth Road, Clyst St Mary 14.9 miles away
Welcome to the kingdom of Crealy Great Adventure Park! Enter the land of Devon’s Crealy and ride the BIG six! Fly through the air, splash through flowing water, explore mystical woodland and meet the cutest creatures. With huge rides, masses of... more
Bicton Park Botanical Gardens
East Budleigh, Budleigh Salterton 16.1 miles away
Bicton Park is a magical blend of 18th century tranquillity and modern-day facilities for all the family. There is a miniature village, large climbing camp, a nature trail, maze, mini golf and a children´s football pitch. A tour of the 63 acre park,... more
The Donkey Sanctuary
Sidmouth 21.8 miles away
Just outside the town of Sidmouth, The Donkey Sanctuary is home to around 500 donkeys. Set in unspoilt farmland and countryside, visitors return time and again to meander among the donkeys and absorb the serene and relaxed surroundings. The Donkey... more
Beer Quarry Caves
Beer 24.8 miles away
Beer Quarry Caves, a vast complex of man-made caverns created by centuries of quarrying Beer Stone. Originally worked by the Romans, supplied stone for 24 cathedrals including Exeter and St Pauls. Beer stone is ideal for fine detail carvings, but... more
National Marine Aquarium
Rope Walk, Coxside, Plymouth 25.4 miles away
At the National Marine Aquarium discover an exciting world where science and conservation come to life in the ocean experience of a lifetime. Take the plunge beneath the waves and enter a fantastic alien world, where towering reefs and fish-packed... more
Morwellham Heritage Centre
Morwellham Quay, Tavistock 25.6 miles away
Morwellham Heritage Centre: The greatest copper port in Queen Victoria´s empire lies 23 miles inland. The Tamar ketch ´Garlandstone´ is moored at the quay; original cottages, shops and hostelry. 1860s costumed staff welcome visitors and host guided... more
Diggerland
Verbeer Manor, Cullompton 26.1 miles away
Diggerland - The Ultimate Adventure Park experience Where children ride and drive full size diggers, with over 18 rides to enjoy. Test your skills on the Dumper Trucks. Find buried treasure. Knock down the skittles. Dig a giant hole with the dirt... more
Seaton Tramway
Riverside Depot, Harbour Road, Seaton 27.0 miles away
Seaton Tramway operates a three mile route through East Devon´s glorious Axe Valley between Seaton and the small village of Colyford and the ancient town of Colyton. Travelling alongside the River Axe estuary through two nature reserves giving... more
Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre
Milford, Lifton 29.3 miles away
In addition to a large collection of Steam, Agriculture and bygones the Centre now hosts the historic collection of the Fairground Heritage Trust including a collection of operating fairground rides from the early 20th Century.... more
Quince Honey Farm
North Road, South Molton 35.3 miles away
The world famous Quince Honey Farm allows close up viewing of these wild and wonderful creatures in the unique indoor apiary. The glass booths show working colonies of honeybees without interfering with their natural lifestyle. View the complete... more
Exmoor National Park
Exmoor House, Dulverton 35.4 miles away
Once visited, never forgotten – Exmoor National Park. And so much to see and do! Exmoor National Park is the place to explore and discover; somewhere where you’ll have a truly memorable experience. There’s something for everyone – for amblers and... more
The Monkey Sanctuary
Murrayton House, Looe 37.3 miles away
The Monkey Sanctuary: Nestled into the side of the South Cornish coast between Looe and Seaton, the Wild Futures’ Monkey Sanctuary is a day out to remember. Set up over four decades ago to care for ex-pet monkeys, it is now home to primates rescued... more
Dartington Crystal
Linden Close, Great Torrington 37.6 miles away
Dartington Crystal is internationally famous for beautiful, handmade, contemporary glassware and is dedicated to innovative designs. See first hand how the crystal is hand crafted with skill and care, each piece is a true original. Individually made... more
Daphne Du Maurier´s Smugglers at Jamaica Inn
Jamaica Inn Courtyard, Bolventor, Launceston 42.0 miles away
Daphne Du Maurier´s Smugglers at Jamaica Inn is set in one of the most breathtaking locations in Cornwall. Built in 1750 as a coaching inn and used by travellers crossing Bodmin Moor some of which were smuggling brandy and tea into the UK!, this was... more
Hestercombe Gardens
Cheddon Fitzpaine, Taunton 42.9 miles away
Hestercombe is unique in having three complete period gardens covering 40 acres. The Georgian landscape, Victorian terrace and the formal Edwardian gardens combine to create one of Britain´s premier garden sites widely recognised as being of... more
The Big Sheep
Abbotsham, Bideford 43.7 miles away
The Big Sheep is located on the North Devon coast and is a leading member of Devon´s Top Attractions. You´ll be assured of a big welcome at this fun filled attraction, ensuring everyone in the the family has a truly great day out whatever the... more
The Milky Way Adventure Park
Clovelly, Bideford 46.0 miles away
The Milky Way Adventure Park: Your all inclusive, all weather day in the country that is out of this world! With rides, slides and loads of great new shows, The Milky Way is North Devon's biggest family day out, whatever the weather. Ride the... more
Abbotsbury Swannery
Nature Park, Abbotsbury Tourism Ltd, Abbotsbury 46.5 miles away
Abbotsbury Swannery was established by Benedictine Monks during the 1040s. It is the only place in the world that you can walk through a colony of nesting Mute Swans. At 12:00 & 16:00 each day there are mass feeding sessions of over 600 swans. Walk... more
West Somerset Railway
The Railway Station, Minehead 47.2 miles away
The West Somerset Railway recaptures the era of the branch line country railway in the days of steam. Enjoy 20 miles of glorious Somerset scenery as the train gently rolls back the years on its journey beside the Quantock Hills to the Bristol Channel... more
Clovelly (Village)
Clovelly, Bideford 47.8 miles away
Clovelly is an historical, fishing village clinging to a wooded 400-foot cliff, west of Bideford. There is no traffic on its tumbling, cobbled street. Flower-strewn cottages line the descent to the tiny working port and lifeboat station. Despite the... more
Lynton & Barnstaple Narrow Gauge Steam Railway
Woody Bay Station, Martinhoe Cross, Parracombe, Barnstaple 47.9 miles away
Originally opened in 1898 and built to a gauge of one foot eleven and a half inches (600mm), and closed in 1935 - what you can see now at Woody Bay is the first phase in rebuilding one of the world's most famous and picturesque narrow gauge railways;... more
Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park
Combe Martin Wildlife Park, Combe Martin 48.7 miles away
Come and see Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park the home of the only full-size animatronic Tyrannosaurus Rex, along with a pair of vicious interacting Meglosaurs, a Velociraptor and Dilophosaurus ´the Spitting Dinosaur´. Watch out you may get wet!... more
Bodmin & Wenford Railway
General Station, Bodmin 48.7 miles away
Discover the excitement and nostalgia of steam travel with a journey back in time on the Bodmin & Wenford Railway, Cornwall’s only full size railway still operated by steam locomotives. Relax in style and enjoy a leisurely 13 mile round trip through... more
Keypitts Quads
Keypitts Farm, Oxen Park Lane, Ilfracombe 50.5 miles away
Keypitts, originally a working farm, now offers a variety of activities. There is Quad Biking, Horse Riding, Paintballing and 4 x 4 Driving. Set in a valley with 200 acres of woodland with brooks and ponds that adds excitement to many of the... more
Tintagel Castle
Tintagel 50.9 miles away
Tintagel Castle is located on one of England´s most dramatic coastlines, the 13th century remains of the Castle are breathtaking and awe-inspiring. The stout walls, steep stone steps encircle the Great Hall, where Richard, Earl of Cornwall once... more
Cornish World
Stadium Retail Park, Par, St Austell 51.0 miles away
Cornish World has been developed into a fantastic lesiure and shopping attraction, with FREE parking. Cornish World has the the largest indoor market in the region with over 300 stalls ofering eveything you may need. Kidzworld a large indoor play... more
Kidzworld
Stadium Retail Park, Par Moor Road, St Austell 51.0 miles away
Looking for things to do in Cornwall? Visit Cornwall’s newest visitor attraction and discover 54,000 sq ft of ‘all weather’ adventures. Splish splash in smugglers cove, reach the summit of the treehouse, whoosh down fast slides or successfully climb... more
The Eden Project
Bodelva, St Austell 51.0 miles away
The Eden Project is an unforgettable experience in a breathtaking epic location. Eden is a gateway into the fascinating world of plants and people and a vibrant reminder of how we need each other for our mutual survival. Its home is a dramatic global... more
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Watermouth Castle & Theme Park
51.3 miles away
Watermouth Castle & Theme Park overlooks the picturesque Watermouth Cove. There is something for all the family from Gnomeland, Adventureland, Castle Treasures, Dungeon Labyrinth and much more.... more
Weymouth Sea Life Park (Weymouth)
Lodmoor Country Park, Weymouth 51.7 miles away
Come and visit us at Weymouth SEA LIFE Adventure Park and experience a whole world of discovery and fun! Explore our fantastic 7 acre site by the sea and you’ll embark on a journey like no other! • Discover over 1000 incredible creatures including... more
Tutankhamun Exhibition
High West Street, Dorchester 53.1 miles away
Experience the magnificence and wonder of the world´s greatest discovery of ancient treasure. Be there at the discovery, explore the ante-chamber filled with its treasures, and witness Howard Carter raising the golden coffins in the burial chamber.... more
Dinosaur Museum
Icen Way, Dorchester 53.3 miles away
Britain's original Dinosaur Museum is a treat, especially for children. The museum combines life-sized reconstructions of dinosaurs with fossils and skeletons to create an exciting hands-on experience. Cinematic displays tell the story of the giant... more
Terracotta Warriors Museum
High East Street, Dorchester 53.4 miles away
The Terracotta Warriors Museum in Dorchester is host an exhibition of the Chinese Terracotta Army from the Chin Dynasty. The exhibition features a spectacular group of warriors, which have been specially created in China by the conservation... more
The Lost Gardens of Heligan
Pentewan, St Austell 55.3 miles away
The Lost Gardens of Heligan, the celebrated restoration of Heligan´s productive gardens is only one of many features which combine to create a destination with a breadth of interest around the year: extensive Victorian pleasure grounds, a 22 acre... more
Glastonbury Abbey
Abbey Gatehouse, Magdelene Street, Glastonbury 58.0 miles away
The beautiful ruins of Glastonbury Abbey attracts visitors from all over the world, join them and step through time with our wide range of events. From March to October, immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and smells of medieval living, when the... more
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- From Fire and Earth - Exhibition
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