Have you ever wanted to see behind the scenes in a real artist’s studio and find out what lies behind the creative process? Each year, artists and craftspeople across Devon open their studios to show and sell their individual artwork. This event, known as Devon Open Studios, is the flagship Read more…
Dartmoor is widely regarded as one of the UK’s finest landscapes, and its diverse habitats, ancient culture and unique wildlife, not to mention the sometimes-challenging weather conditions, combine to make it a photographer’s paradise. Every season has something to offer, from snow-capped peaks in winter, carpets of bluebells in spring, Read more…
If you go down to the woods today … you’re unlikely to find a teddy bear’s picnic, but you might just spot a dormouse! Many of our native species are becoming scarcer, and one that has been particularly affected is the dormouse. However, Devon’s woods and hedgerows provide the ideal Read more…
Lydford Gorge is the deepest gorge in the South West and was formed as the river Lyd eroded the valley bottom. It passes through some spectacular scenery, including areas of ancient oak woodland, and the river ranges from a babbling stream to whirling torrents and waterfalls. Thanks to the underlying Read more…
Devon is a haven for unique and unusual customs, many of which are associated with particular times of the year. It’ll probably come as no surprise then to find that Easter is celebrated with a number of curious traditions. Sadly, some of these are no longer carried out but many Read more…
As the days begin to lengthen and the temperature rises, nature starts to come back to life. On sunny days, there’s nothing better than a walk in the countryside, admiring the multitude of spring blooms – each day seems to bring a new species! Devon is renowned for its wildflowers Read more…
Did you know that Devon plays host to the very last castle to be built in England? Situated on top of a hill near the pretty village of Drewsteignton, the construction of Castle Drogo started in 1911 but was not completed until 1930. It was built by Julius Drewe, who Read more…
With its gentle climate and rolling green pastures, Devon has an abundance of wonderful ingredients to offer the hungry visitor. After a busy day sightseeing or walking the moors, what better way to satisfy your appetite than by dining at one of the following pubs and restaurants, all of which Read more…
Now part museum, part house, Buckland Abbey was built over 700 years ago as a Cistercian monastery. A wonderful place to visit at any time of year, at Christmas time, the abbey transforms into a decorated Tudor home while the Great Barn is filled with a forest of Christmas trees. Read more…
With its stunning scenery and unique atmosphere, Dartmoor has been the inspiration for more than its fair share of literary greats. The following are just a selection of novels and poems set in this most special of places. Why not read them during your stay – you can even visit Read more…