Dartmoor Zoological Park

Dartmoor Zoological Society is a 33-acre zoo in Devon, England, featuring over 73 species including endangered animals, housed around the historic Goodamoor House. The zoo offers conservation, education and breeding programs, inspiring the book and film 'We Bought a Zoo'.

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Near Overbeck's

Overbeck's Garden at Sharpitor is a Grade II registered Edwardian garden in Devon featuring a subtropical collection of plants, themed garden areas, and a historic house housing a museum with maritime exhibits and unique displays like a secret door and musical box.

Near Guided Garden Tour 2026

7 Oct, 14 Oct…

Join Overbeck’s gardeners for a guided walk through the garden, with insights into its unusual plants, gardening techniques and coastal setting. The tour is intended for everyone from keen gardeners to casual visitors.

Located in Salcombe

Salcombe is a picturesque resort town in Devon known for its historic maritime heritage, sailing activities, sandy beaches, and charming waterfront, attracting tourists with its natural beauty and cultural events.

Bight Boatyard

This four-bedroom holiday home in Dartmouth’s Bight Boatyard accommodates eight guests and features stunning views of the Dart River. It offers a pet-friendly environment, private on-site parking for one car, Wi-Fi, and a terrace with garden furniture. The property includes multiple bathrooms across floors, a lift with some stairs inside, and direct river access from a courtyard. Situated in the coastal village of Southdown, Dartmouth, the home provides a peaceful waterfront setting with close proximity to local shops and coastal activities.

Near Bayard's Cove Fort

Bayard's Cove Fort is a 16th-century artillery blockhouse located at the entrance of Dartmouth harbour in Devon. It features historic military architecture with multiple gunports and is managed by English Heritage, open to the public for exploration of its significant coastal defence heritage.

2 miles from Royal Geographical Society: Earth Photo 2026

12 Sep–21 Oct (another 12 days)

An outdoor exhibition presents shortlisted photography and film exploring nature, people, places and environments, including the impacts of and adaptations to climate change. The exhibition takes place throughout the garden at Coleton Fishacre.

Located in Dartmouth

Dartmouth is a historic town in Devon, England, known for its medieval streetscapes, maritime heritage, and riverside setting. It offers cultural festivals, historic castles, and walking trails along the scenic River Dart.

Sherrill Farm Holiday Cottages - Rosemary

This offering is a self-catering barn conversion set in the Devon countryside near the Cornwall border, surrounded by rolling farmland and natural scenery, forming part of a complex of cottages clustered around a central courtyard.

Near Kelly House

Kelly House in Devon is a historic family home showing Tudor, Georgian and Victorian eras with guided tours, a poisonous plant garden trail, and a tea room. Visitors can explore the house interiors, gardens, and church grounds while enjoying an educational and scenic experience.

3 miles from Cadsonbury

Cadson Bury is an outdoor Iron Age hillfort near Callington, Cornwall, featuring a large oval enclosure with curved ramparts and ditches, owned by the National Trust and accessible to the public.

Dray Cottage

This is a spacious, lavishly furnished barn conversion set in rural countryside within shared grounds including a tennis court and close to coastal natural beauty, suited for families and celebratory gatherings.

Sherrill Farm Holiday Cottages - Elderberry House

This accommodation is a cosy 5-bedroom barn conversion set in a rural farm complex near Dartmoor, suitable for larger family gatherings or groups, featuring shared leisure amenities in peaceful countryside surroundings.

Near Hotel Endsleigh

Endsleigh Garden is a Grade I-listed historic garden designed as a picturesque landscape with formal gardens, arboretum, rock garden, and water features surrounding Endsleigh House, now a hotel with dining options. It offers a romantic outdoor experience showcasing rare trees and horticultural highlights.

Newhouse Barton - Barn Owl

Barn Owl is a well finished cottage set in rolling Devon countryside offering shared facilities including a heated indoor swimming pool, games room, and play area, ideal for family holidays or group stays.

Wheeldon Farm Cottages - Poppy

This accommodation offering is a pet-friendly farmhouse barn conversion situated on a working farm in South Hams, with shared heated indoor swimming pool, fitness room, games room, and extensive countryside surroundings suitable for families and groups.

Near Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle is a well-preserved Norman motte and bailey castle in Devon, England, featuring a 14th-century stone keep on a commanding hilltop above Totnes. It is managed by English Heritage and offers a historic outdoor experience showcasing medieval architecture and fortifications.

Located in Totnes

Totnes is a historic market town in Devon, England, known for its medieval castle, rich heritage, vibrant arts and alternative lifestyle community, and scenic riverside location near the River Dart estuary.

2 miles from Shilstone House

Shilstone House is a restored Georgian manor in Devon offering guided tours of its historic interiors, extensive gardens, and a unique 17th-century water theatre. Visitors can explore the formal gardens, woodland walks, and enjoy refreshments at the on-site cafe. The venue is family-friendly with accessible facilities and charges an admission for tours.

Near Berry Pomeroy Castle

Berry Pomeroy Castle is a Tudor mansion ruin within a late 15th-century castle in South Devon, known for its picturesque romantic ruins and reputed hauntings. It is managed by English Heritage and open to the public as a historic site with extensive outdoor exploration.

Near Mill Bay

Mill Bay in Devon offers visitors access to sandy beaches, coastal walks, and a wild rugged peninsula with ocean views and coastal paths. Facilities include a car park, accessible toilets, and nearby food at a local restaurant. Dogs are allowed with restrictions on leads in certain areas.

Near Parkrun at Bolberry Down

10 Oct, 17 Oct…

A free weekly 5km parkrun at Bolberry Down, where participants can run, jog or walk a route along paths and the coast path.

The Old School House

This luxurious seven-bedroom Victorian former schoolhouse in Horrabridge accommodates up to 24 guests and offers a unique and spacious setting ideal for families and large groups, with extensive outdoor space and various leisure amenities.

2 miles from The Garden House

This charming garden in a quiet valley near Dartmoor National Park features a historic walled garden with terraces, medieval ruins, and diverse plantings including wildflower meadows and an arboretum. It offers refreshments and plant sales, with free access for RHS members on specific days.

2 miles from October Half Term at Buckland Abbey

10 Oct–1 Nov (next week)

October half-term at Buckland Abbey features a nautical theme, with visitors invited to look out for sea monsters including the Kraken, leviathan and Sirens.

3 miles from Bolberry Down

Bolberry Down is a scenic clifftop area in South Devon offering coastal views over the English Channel, owned by the National Trust and situated within a protected natural area.

2 miles from Gardening for nature at Overbeck's

12 Oct (next Monday)

Join Overbeck’s Head Gardener for a guided tour around the garden, exploring practical ways to support nature, improve habitats and adapt gardening to a changing climate. The tour also shares ideas visitors can try in their own green spaces.

Tuckenhay Mill - 3 Salle Cottage

A spacious 4-bedroom cottage set in the historic Tuckenhay Mill complex by the River Dart, suitable for larger families or groups, offering shared leisure facilities including heated swimming pools and hot tubs, with ample on-site parking and outdoor garden terraces.

3 miles from Greenway

Greenway House is a historic Georgian estate on the River Dart in Devon, once home to Agatha Christie. Visitors can explore the house, riverside gardens with diverse plants, and the Barn Gallery showcasing local art, with connections to Christie's literary legacy.

3 miles from Tree management walk at Greenway

12 Oct (next Monday)

Join a Greenway Gardener for a walk around the garden to learn about tree safety management, tree decay fungi, structural defects and the ecological importance of trees.

Butterbee Cottages - The Beehive

The Beehive is a modern and contemporary property located in the grounds of Butterbee House with a spacious double height living room, private patio, and shared garden with children's play area, set in a scenic location near Bodmin Moor and the Tamar Valley.

Near Dupath Well

Dupath Well, near Callington in Cornwall, is a Grade I listed historic well-house built in 1510 over a natural spring, featuring distinctive granite architecture and medieval religious significance. Visitors can explore the well-house and its ancient water trough in a scenic outdoor setting.

Tuckenhay Mill - Mill Lodge

Tuckenhay Mill offers a group-friendly holiday complex set along Bow Creek on the River Dart, featuring historic buildings with spacious family cottages surrounded by natural scenic beauty and outdoor activities.

3 miles from Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle is a historic artillery fort in Devon, built from the 14th century onward to protect Dartmouth harbour with significant gun batteries and fortifications. Now managed by English Heritage, visitors can explore both indoor historic buildings and outdoor gun platforms, enjoy scenic views, and learn about its military history from medieval times to World War II.

2 miles from Hidden Treasure at Greenway: The silk jacket

7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)

Visitors can see a silk jacket worn by Agatha Christie's mother, Clarissa, displayed for the first time after conservation. The display explores the jacket's motifs and its place in the Greenway collection.

3 miles from Bolberry Down

Bolberry Down near Salcombe, Devon, offers accessible coastal walks with stunning sea views, historical Iron Age fort remains, and a remote sandy beach. Visitors can enjoy a level circular trail suitable for most mobility vehicles, with dog-friendly paths and on-site food available.

3 miles from Parkrun at Bolberry Down

10 Oct, 17 Oct…

A free weekly 5km parkrun at Bolberry Down, open to people running, jogging or walking the route, which follows a tarmac path and coast path with sea views.

Wheeldon Farm Cottages - Foxglove

This accommodation is a barn conversion set within 240 acres of unspoilt farmland in South Hams, South Devon, offering a rural retreat with ample walking and cycling paths nearby and a calm courtyard setting.

Wheeldon Farm Cottages - Monkshood

Wheeldon Farm Cottages provide a rural, family-friendly setting within a 240-acre working farm in South Hams, South Devon, offering a collection of four barn conversions with shared indoor heated swimming pool and fitness facilities amid scenic countryside.

On The Beach

This ground-floor, wheelchair-accessible holiday home in the linked Cornish villages of Seaton and Downderry offers accommodation for up to eight guests with three bedrooms and an enclosed garden with patio, located just a short walk from a dog-friendly beach with sea views.

2 miles from Canonteign Falls

Canonteign Falls is a 90-acre estate in Devon featuring natural waterfalls, woodlands, lakes, and meadows, with family-friendly amenities including a children's play area, café, and scenic walks.

3 miles from Wildlife art trail at Parke

7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)

Visitors can follow a trail around the Parke Estate to find six large wildlife artworks created by pupils as part of an environmental project, and learn about the project and the featured native species.

The Old Canoe Club

The Old Canoe Club is a historic three-bedroom stone holiday cottage situated near the water at Devils Point in Plymouth Sound, offering a peaceful and scenic retreat with views across the water, close to local bars and restaurants.

2 miles from Drake Circus Shopping Centre

Drake Circus Shopping Centre is a large covered shopping mall in the centre of Plymouth, England, featuring 66 stores across three floors, with ample parking and convenient central location.

3 miles from Magical Potion trail at Antony

7–8 Oct, 13–15 Oct…

Visitors follow clues through Antony’s house and gardens to find ingredients for an enchanted potion. Halloween costumes are encouraged.

The Courtlands Collection

Courtlands Manor Estate offers a collection of three peaceful barn conversion cottages set in a historic Devon estate with shared grounds and private parking, suitable for families and groups with pets allowed.

3 miles from East Soar

East Soar in South Devon offers scenic coastal walks along the South West Coast Path with views of rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and wildlife. Visitors can enjoy outdoor activities, including circular and linear walks to nearby natural attractions like Overbeck's Garden and Bolt Head. The Walker's Hut provides refreshments, making it a popular spot for dog walkers and families. The area is dog friendly but has uneven terrain and steep ground, limiting wheelchair accessibility.

3 miles from Parkrun at Bolberry Down

10 Oct, 17 Oct…

A free weekly 5km parkrun at Bolberry Down, where participants can run, jog or walk a route along paths with coastal views.

The Black Barn

The Black Barn is a spacious and luxurious five-bedroom holiday home in a quiet rural lane in South Devon's village of Marldon, offering a peaceful and stylish retreat suitable for families or groups.

2 miles from Compton Castle

Compton Castle is a fortified manor house in Devon, England, notable for its medieval architecture, historic connection to the Gilbert family and Newfoundland colonisation, restored interiors, and small formal gardens.

Located in Paignton

Paignton is a historic seaside town in Devon on the English Riviera known for its beaches, Victorian architecture, cultural events, and heritage railways, offering family-friendly tourism and coastal walking experiences.

Sherrill Farm Holiday Cottages - Fennel

This larger holiday property is a barn conversion set over two levels with three ensuite bedrooms, located in a rural farm complex in Devon near Dartmoor and the Devon/Cornwall border, offering a peaceful and scenic setting with shared leisure facilities including a heated indoor swimming pool, hot tub, gym, games room, and outdoor activities areas.

3 miles from River Lyd, Devon

Lydford Gorge is a dramatic and scenic gorge on the River Lyd in Devon, featuring the tallest waterfall in the area, ancient woodlands, and notable geological formations. It is a National Trust protected site known for its natural beauty and biodiversity.

Thatched Cottage

Thatched Cottage is a spacious six-bedroom Grade II listed former farmhouse and restaurant located in Kingsteignton, suitable for up to 12 guests including families and groups. It features a games room, enclosed garden with private hot tub, and is near local shops, beaches, and countryside attractions.

Near Bradley

Bradley Manor is a medieval manor house in Devon featuring a detached early 15th-century chapel, medieval wall paintings, and a collection of Pre-Raphaelite art and Arts and Crafts furniture. Set in limestone woodland and meadows, it offers both indoor historic exploration and outdoor natural beauty.

Located in Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot is a historic market town on the River Teign in Devon, known for its Victorian railway heritage, thriving markets, cultural venues, and historical landmarks like St Leonard's Tower and Bradley Manor.

Castle Park

Castle Park is a spacious four-bedroom holiday home in Paignton that sleeps eight guests, located near golden beaches and local attractions like Paignton Zoo and the coastal South West Coast Path, offering a comfortable and stylish base in a seaside town setting.

2 miles from Dartington Hall Gardens

Dartington Gardens in Devon are historic Grade II-listed formal grounds featuring notable trees, beautiful vistas, sculptures, and various themed gardens, managed by The Dartington Trust.

South Allington Barns - The Laurels

The Laurels is the east wing of South Allington House near Kingsbridge, accommodating up to twelve guests in a rural setting with extensive grounds and shared outdoor activities.

Buddleia

Buddleia is a spacious, modern, detached holiday home located in the village of West Charleton on the South Devon Coast, featuring a large south-facing garden and family-friendly amenities in a quiet countryside setting near coastal attractions.

Higher Poulston - Wisteria House

Wisteria House is a spacious rural holiday property in South Devon surrounded by 1 acre of private grounds, offering facilities suitable for families and groups with leisure complexes including an indoor heated swimming pool, tennis court, and play areas.

Tuckenhay Mill - Turbine Cottage

This spacious accommodation is located in a historic mill village setting by Bow Creek, offering a countryside and waterside environment with extensive leisure and outdoor activities, suitable for families and groups.

3 miles from Be a writer for a day at Greenway

7–16 Oct (another 7 days)

Explore Greenway house and garden for writing prompts and creative challenges inspired by Agatha Christie and the surroundings of her former holiday home. Visitors of all ages can develop stories, draw ideas and add creations to the “tall tales” trees.

2 miles from Cotehele

Cotehele is a Grade I listed medieval and Tudor manor house in Cornwall with extensive historic gardens, a working restored mill, and riverside quay, offering both indoor and outdoor historic experiences. It features original Tudor interiors, chapels, and has been used as a film location.

2 miles from ‘We’re Going on a Bear Hunt’ at Cotehele

7 Oct–15 Nov (another 37 days)

Visitors can follow a sensory trail around the garden, moving through interactive installations inspired by the picture book and animation ‘We’re Going on a Bear Hunt’ as they search for the bear.

Linham Barn

Linham Barn is a detached Grade II listed barn conversion set within its own garden in West Alvington near Kingsbridge, Devon, offering spacious accommodation for families and groups in a countryside setting with access to local watersports and scenic surroundings.

3 miles from South Milton Sands

South Milton Sands is a scenic and popular sandy beach in Devon featuring a long stretch of golden sand, rock pools, and a sheltered bay overlooking the Thurlestone Rock archway. Visitors can enjoy coastal walks, wildlife watching especially at the wetlands area, and accessible pathways including boardwalk ramps to the beach. Dog-friendly and child-friendly, it provides a natural outdoor experience with parking available via a digital system.

Sherrill Farm Holiday Cottages - Sherrill Farmhouse

This large farmhouse conversion set in rural Devon farmland offers a peaceful private retreat suitable for large groups or families with shared leisure facilities and scenic countryside surroundings.

Tuckenhay Mill - Edgecombe Barn

Edgecombe Barn is a spacious barn conversion near Tuckenhay Mill accommodating eight guests in a peaceful and private setting surrounded by scenic natural beauty and historic buildings.

3 miles from 'Voices of the garden' immersive audio trail at Greenway

7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)

Visitors follow a GPS-triggered audio trail through Greenway’s garden, hearing a fictional story inspired by the estate’s use as a home for child evacuees during the Second World War. The trail uses the HistoryScapes app to explore Greenway’s heritage.

Twelve Oaks Holiday Cottages - Twelve Oaks Farmhouse

This accommodation is a converted historic farm building set in a peaceful rural location on a working Charolais beef farm, with scenic views and shared outdoor amenities including a heated swimming pool and children's play area.

3 miles from Parke

Parke is a peaceful woodland estate near Bovey Tracey, Devon, offering scenic walks, a walled garden, riverside wildlife, and a café. It's ideal for outdoor activities, dog walking, and family-friendly exploration close to Dartmoor's edge.

3 miles from Guided walks at Parke - Wider Estate

14 Oct, 25 Oct…

Community Walk Volunteers lead a friendly walk of around three miles through the natural landscapes of the Parke Estate. The route includes varying terrain, steep hills and uneven ground.

Butterbee Cottages - The Aviary

A three-bedroom detached property with large gardens and countryside views, suitable for families and groups, set in a rural location near Cornwall and Devon attractions.

Dartmoor 3

This detached lodge is situated in rural grounds with scenic views, offering a private hot tub and access to shared leisure facilities including pools, gym, and tennis courts, making it suitable for families and groups seeking a countryside retreat.

2 miles from Cotehele Mill

Cotehele Mill is a 19th-century Victorian watermill set in a wooded valley in Cornwall, offering visitors traditional craft workshops, baking demonstrations, and scenic outdoor areas by the Morden stream with wildlife. Dogs are welcome on the extensive paths, and food such as ice cream is available seasonally. The site blends indoor historic workshops with enjoyable outdoor nature experiences.

2 miles from Woven Through Time Exhibition

7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)

An exhibition at Cotehele exploring tapestries and other textiles in the collection, including how they were made and their significance to the property’s history. Visitors can see items such as cushions and natural dyes, along with objects that have been stored away.

2 miles from Royal Citadel, Plymouth

The Royal Citadel is a historic 17th-century military fortress in Plymouth, Devon, built on the site of an earlier Tudor fort. It features large defensive walls, historic architecture, and remains an active military base with guided tours for visitors.

Anchor Cottages - Sea Haven

This holiday cottage is located a short distance from the beach in Hope Cove, South Hams, set in a charming seaside village with scenic coastal surroundings and opportunities for outdoor activities.

Blackdown Farm

A spacious, high-quality single-storey barn conversion on a working farm near Dartmouth, set in countryside with private parking and an enclosed garden.

Sherrill Farm Holiday Cottages - Chestnut House

A 4-bedroom, 5-bathroom barn conversion set in rural Devon farmland, accommodating up to 12 guests with private hot tub, shared heated indoor swimming pool, gym, and family-friendly facilities in a scenic countryside setting.

Tuckenhay Mill - Tuckenhay Mill House

This spacious historic cottage is set in a scenic riverside village in Devon, offering a family-friendly and group-oriented environment with access to ample on-site leisure facilities including pools and outdoor activities.

Otter House

This elegant Regency-style house is set in approximately 2.5 acres of grounds near the beaches of Slapton, offering spacious living with 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms in a peaceful countryside setting, suitable for large family or multi-generational groups including pets.

2 miles from Dartington Hall

Dartington Hall offers a historic house experience with Grade II Listed gardens and parkland. Visitors can explore indoor historic spaces including the Great Hall, outdoor gardens and open spaces, with accessible facilities and food options available.

Ingo Brake Retreat

Ingo Brake Retreat is a spacious holiday home in Dartmoor National Park set within 13 acres of woodland, gardens, and includes a tennis court, perfect for families and groups seeking a nature-immersed getaway with ample space and distinct living areas.

Near Lydford Castle

Lydford Castle is a medieval castle in Devon, England, historically significant as an early purpose-built prison and a centre for forest and stannary law enforcement. Visitors can explore the castle ruins managed by English Heritage and the adjacent Anglo-Saxon earthworks owned by the National Trust, reflecting law, order, and medieval authority in the region.

Near Stranger Folk at Lydford Gorge

2 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)

Visitors use the Stranger Folk app to follow a folklore-themed adventure around Lydford Gorge, guided by the Crone and taking on a mission to seal a rift between the spirit and human worlds. The app also shares facts about local folklore along the waterfall trail.

3 miles from Plymbridge Woods

Plymbridge Woods is a National Trust managed woodland in Devon featuring historic Plymbridge bridge, walking and cycling trails including the Drake's Trail, diverse wildlife, and recreational activities such as orienteering and mountain biking. It is open year-round and free to visit.

3 miles from 'Jersey's' Story

23 May–1 Nov (another 23 days)

A display at Saltram brings together two companion portraits by Joshua Reynolds and explores the story of ‘Jersey’, an enslaved boy depicted in one of them. Visitors can encounter historical research and conservation insights through audio, scent and touch.