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Heritage in South DevonIf north Devon is all about Gothic splendour and romantic stately homes, south Devon impresses with its fairytale castles.
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Berry Pomeroy Castle
Reputedly Devon's most haunted castle, Berry Pomeroy is secreted away in a steep wooded valley. The 15th century ruin still displays a wall painting of the Three Kings in its gatehouse chamber. The great Elizabethan mansion of the Seymours was intended to become the most spectacular house in Devon, a match for Longleat and Audley End, however, it was abandoned by 1700 and subsequently became the subject of many a chilling ghost story, some of which can be heard in the audio tour. To get a good view of the ruin from below, take the woodland walk, although this can be steep in parts.
www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.15446
50.443
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50.69226
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Dartington Hall
Dance, arts, film, contemporary performance, literature, music - there's a year-round programme of events at this wonderful medieval house set on a 1,200 acre estate by the River Dart.
www.dartington.org
50.45166
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Torre Abbey Histoic House and Garden
Explore the ancient ruins of what was once the wealthiest abbey of its kind in England. Try your hand at brass rubbing, take a stroll in the gardens, visit the galleries and round it off with lunch at the cafe in the old kitchen or out on the terrace.
www.torre-abbey.org.uk
50.465
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Killerton House and Gardens
A fine example of 18th Century architecture, Killerton House is home to a vast collection of period costumes - 9,000 items in all - spanning the fashions of the past 200 years. The gardens are the star of the show at Killerton. Beautiful all year round, they put on a wonderful display of rhododendrons and magnolias, set against the backdrop of Devon's rolling countryside.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-killerton
50.79129
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A la Ronde
English eccentricity at its inimitable best. In the 18th Century two spinster cousins, Jane and Mary Palmer, went on a grand tour of Europe. When they returned to England they had this quirky 16-sided house built and decorated the interior with a fascinating collection of mementoes from their travels. The shell-encrusted gallery is reputed to contain nearly 25,000 shells. Get into the spirit of things while you're here by dressing up as a Regency Lady or Victorian Gentleman.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-alaronde
50.64163
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50.771
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Coleton Fishacre
A fine example of Arts and Crafts style architecture, with lovely Art Deco interiors. The gardens cling to the valley sides and feature a rare collection of exotic plants.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
50.347
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50.472
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Killerton Estate
Set in farmland and orchards, this little hamlet of buildings embodies the pastoral Devon of yesteryear. The water-powered corn mill sits by the River Clyst near the thatched Budlake Old Post Office, which served as village post office until 1950. Today, roses and herbs grow in the cottage garden. The timbers in the intriguing 'Maker's' medieval cob cottage and blacksmith's workshop are still soot-blackened from years of cottage industry. Amble a while and soak up some of Devon's history.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-killertonclystonmill
50.7635
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50.22272
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Powderham Castle
Take a guided tour around the home of the 18th Earl and Countess of Devon. Set in beautiful parkland that is home to 600 deer, Powderham Castle has remained in the same family since it was built in 1391. As well as the impressive medieval house, there are family-themed events, a play fort and pony rides. Powderham featured in the 1993 film 'The Remains of the Day'.
www.powderham.co.uk
50.64276
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Prysten House
The second oldest building in Plymouth, built in 1498 and now home to the famous Plymouth Tapestry, which is 28 feet long.
50.369
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Saltram
Georgian splendour with grand gardens. Dress up in the costume room or explore the grounds where there is plenty of space for kite-flying, picnicking or just running around. Saltram featured as a film location in Sense and Sensibilty.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
50.381
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Sand Historic House and Gardens
This Elizabethan house and gardens have been in the same family for over 500 years. Take a guided tour with the current resident family members and learn about the history, delights and difficulties of living in and maintaining an historic house. Enjoy a wander in the gardens and a snack in the tea rooms.
www.sandsidbury.co.uk
50.736
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South Devon Railway Trust
Step back in time and chug along beside the River Dart with a trip on the Buckfastleigh to Totnes railway. First opened in 1872, the route was re-opened as a preserved steam line in 1969. At Buckfastleight station there is a railway museum, model railway shop, picnic area, maze and children's play area.
www.southdevonrailway.co.uk
50.4829
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50.366
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Totnes Castle
This Norman castle is a Totnes landmark, with commanding views across the town and the River Dart.
50.431
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