Visiting the Dartmoor National Park

Visiting the Dartmoor National Park

Dartmoor is an area of moorland in the county of Devon well worth a visit. Like Exmoor the locals are really friendly and the scenery is magnificent. Dartmoor became a National Park in 1951 and is a haven for wildlife, including the famous Dartmoor ponies.

If you enjoy walking then Dartmoor has it all with its rugged Dartmoor landscape. Dartmoor National Park is the largest and highest upland in southern Britain. You can discover rich hay meadows and hedge banks, granite tors, lowland heaths, blanket bogs, and upland oakwoods.

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When visiting Dartmoor you really must indulge in the famous Devon cream teas. There are many pubs and restaurants full of character and charm serving local ales and traditional Devon fayre. Amongst the pretty villages of Dartmoor you will find local craft shops selling artwork, marbles, pottery and teapots.

There are a number of Bed and Breakfasts, Guest Houses, Farm Houses and charming hotels that can accommodate a short break or longer stays. Among some of the attractions in Dartmoor are the Becky Falls Woodland Park, Morwellham Quay, The House of Marbles, Miniature Pony Centre & Animal Farm, Buckland Abbey, Powder Mills Pottery and The Dartmoor Railway to name just a few. Dartmoor also has many popular landmarks including those of Tavistock Canal, High Willhays (highest point on Dartmoor) Childe’s Tomb (ancient burial site), Bowerman’s Nose (unusual rock formation), Crazywell Pool (artificial lake), Grey Wethers (ancient stone circles).

As well as walking Dartmoor is renowned for its sparkling clean rivers and perfect for fishing where you will find wild brown trout, sea trout and salmon.

If you want to ride across Dartmoor there are many riding establishments that can cater for novice and experienced horse riders. The riding is superb with plenty of woodland trails and bridleways. Like Exmoor many guest accommodation can cater for your own horse if you want to bring him/her on holiday with you.

Golf is also popular in Dartmoor with several courses offering stunning scenery and catering for both the professional and novice golfer. Other activities in Dartmoor include Letterboxing. There are thousands of hidden letterboxes on Dartmoor, each usually containing a book for visitors to sign and leave messages. There is also a stamp for recording your achievement quiet a fun way to explore the moors.

Cycling on Dartmoor is popular with families and those of all ages. Ride the quiet forest tracks or winding country lanes or attempted the steep rugged off-road routes suitable for energetic mountain bikers. You will find many centres within Dartmoor that hire out bikes of all sizes. So whether its adventure you require or just a restful break visit Dartmoor the heart of Devon you won’t be disappointed.

 Bed and Breakfast holiday accommodation in Dartmoor

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