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Dartmoor in Winter is absolutely fabulous!

There’s so much to do and enjoy on Dartmoor all throughout the winter months, when that nip in the air and chance of snow covering the tors and slopes on the open moorland, makes heading out for a family walk just that bit more exhilarating.

November 22, 2019

Maisie loves Okehampton Moor (home of Ten Tors Challenge), and we’ve listed FIVE walks for you to try in the area!

I always get a lovely feeling of excitement when heading up onto Okehampton moor with Maisie, the wide open space is vast and the opportunities endless.

November 12, 2019

The Joys of Cycling Through Dartmoor

Today I’m out biking early. Cycling through the morning’s crisp autumnal air, dipping into valleys of low-lying clouds and climbing up as the clearing mist reveals yet another breath-taking view over Dartmoor.

October 31, 2019

Maisie enjoys the West Okement River and Woodland Walk

We started our walk in the free car park next door to Okehampton Castle, where you can either climb a wooden stile onto the wooden footbridge across the West Okement River or take the easy route through a gate next door to the car park.

October 28, 2019

Gifts and Experiences at Pennywell Farm

As the days get shorter, the air gets colder and winter approaches, we know that Christmas is just around the corner

October 23, 2019

Family Attractions on Dartmoor Half Term

You never know what the weather will do at the end of October, it could be lovely enough to enjoy some wonderful family walks and bike rides, or it might send us running for cover!

October 22, 2019

2019/20 Devon Tourism Awards finalists & commended

The Finalists have been announced for this year’s Devon Tourism Awards which will be presented at The Riviera International Conference Centre in Torquay on 28 November.

October 21, 2019

5 Fabulous Dartmoor Days Out (and more besides!)

Half Term is nearly upon us, so we’ve had a look at some of the fun events that you can enjoy on and around Dartmoor, and listed five of them below.

October 13, 2019

Maisie visits Sourton Tors

A few weeks ago I had promised to deliver some of our Discover Dartmoor magazines to Tavistock Visitor Centre, and thought it would be fun for Maisie to have her first visit to Sourton Tors on our way.

October 1, 2019

Meldon Quarry with Maisie

This lovely spot has long been a favourite of mine, I used to bring Daisy and Skye here on a regular basis so introducing Maisie to the river and stunning views was an absolute pleasure.

September 26, 2019

Afternoon tea with Maisie at the very dog-friendly Two Bridges Hotel

If you’re looking for a dog-friendly spot on Dartmoor to enjoy a fabulous afternoon tea with your canine companion, we can highly recommend Two Bridges Hotel from personal experience.

September 25, 2019

Half Term Happiness on Dartmoor, Devon

Devon is breathtakingly beautiful at this time of year, so we’ve put together some ideas for you to try during the break.

September 25, 2019

Dartmoor in Winter is absolutely fabulous!

Maisie loves Okehampton Moor (home of Ten Tors Challenge), and we’ve listed FIVE walks for you to try in the area!

The Joys of Cycling Through Dartmoor

Maisie enjoys the West Okement River and Woodland Walk

Gifts and Experiences at Pennywell Farm

Family Attractions on Dartmoor Half Term

2019/20 Devon Tourism Awards finalists & commended

5 Fabulous Dartmoor Days Out (and more besides!)

Maisie visits Sourton Tors

Meldon Quarry with Maisie

Afternoon tea with Maisie at the very dog-friendly Two Bridges Hotel

Half Term Happiness on Dartmoor, Devon

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