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Tiverton Castle
Originally built for Henry I, this castle encompasses 900 years of history.
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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 v
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Castle Drogo
England's youngest castle, designed by Lutyens and built of Dartmoor granite with all the mod-cons of the 1920's. At 300 metres high, it catches the wildest of Dartmoor’s weather. Try a spot of croquet on the croquet lawn or amble through the garden and miles of walks in the Teign Gorge.
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Merrivale Stones
Dartmoor is littered with mysterious standing stones, hut circles and old burial chambers believed to have been constructed up to 5,000 years ago. The stones at Merrivale are probably Dartmoor's most easily accessible, and include the longest double stone row in Europe, a stone circle, menhirs (standing stones) and a kistvaen (burial tomb).
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Knightshayes Court
A wonderful Gothic pile with stunning formal gardens and beautiful interiors.
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Fernworthy Stone Circle
Twenty-seven granite slabs form this ancient Bronze Age stone circle, which occupies a clearing about half a mile west of Fernworthy reservoir. Nearby are three stone rows and a couple of stone cairns.
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Killerton House
A fine example of 18th Century architecture, Killerton House is home to a vast collection of period costumes - 9,000 items in all.
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Bovey Tracey Heritage Centre
Bovey historical artefacts and photographs, railway memorabillia and pottery exhibited in the restored old railway station, offering an insight into local hisotry, art and culture.
www.devonmuseums.net
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Buckland Abbey
An outstanding building dating back 700 years, formerly the home of Sir Francis Drake and reputed to be haunted by him to this day.
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Shute Barton
Dating from 1380, with battlemented turrets, late Gothic windows and a Tudor gatehouse, the National Trust describes it as one of the most important examples of its kind. Check the Web site for opening times.
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Arlington Court and The National Trust's Carriage Collection
A Regency house with extensive gardens that is home to a huge collection of period horse drawn carriages, a famous colony of Lesser Horseshoe bats, red deer and peacocks. Carriage rides are available.
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Buckfast Abbey
Home to a Roman Catholic community of Benedictine Monks, Buckfast Abbey is a living monastery that is open to visitors. You can pick up some Buckfast Tonic Wine or handmade gifts in the Monastic Produce shop.
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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.
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Compton Castle
A castle straight out of a fairytale - turrets, towers and battlements galore.
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Dartmoor Prison Heritage Centre
Right next to the (still in use) prison itself, which is a fairly frightening looking building. One visit will ensure that kids abandon all thoughts of crime as a glamorous lifestyle.
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Dartmouth Castle
Take a boat trip from Dartmouth Quay to explore this well-preserved 14th Century castle.
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Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre
All the fun of the fair - an unusual homage to the weird and wonderful world of the fairground. Capturing the magic of a bygone era with vintage fairgound rides, artwork and exhibits.
www.fairground-heritage.org.uk
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Finch Foundry
Live demonstrations are always fun at this working water-powered forge.
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Haldon Belvedere (Lawrence Castle)
The impressive triangular tower is a landmark of the Devon skyline, visible for miles around. Near to the walking trails at Haldon Forest Park.
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Hartland Abbey and Gardens
Set in stunning countryside, Hartland Abbey has a deer park within which peacocks, donkeys and guinea fowl roam and graze.
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Okehampton Castle
Slightly wonky and tumbledown now, this is the remains of Devon’s largest castle. It’s now a great place for a picnic by the river, but watch out - it’s said to be haunted.
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Overbeck's
A luxuriant coastal garden featuring the wierd and wonderful collections of scientist and inventor Otto Overbeck, surrounding an elegant Edwardian house.
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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.
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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.
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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
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South Devon Railway Trust
Heritage railway of the Year 2007. 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.
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Tapeley Park
Utterly romantic formal gardens with terraces, sweeps of lawn and a walled kitchen garden.
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The Church House
An old brewery dating from the 16th Century, now serving as the village hall.
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The Elizabethan House
A rare, timber-framed Tudor sea captain’s house. Open April to September.
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Totnes Castle
This Norman castle is a Totnes landmark, with commanding views across the town and the River Dart.
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The wide open spaces and big skies of Dartmoor naturally divide Devon into three parts. The North is dominated by sweeping expanses of beach, aching to be sunbathed on, walked on and played on. Green rolling hills and a gentle coastline characterise the South - a haven for food lovers, and home to Meccas like The River Cottage. While Dartmoor’s wild, blustery, romantic moors are the perfect antidote to city life, promising to blow away the cobwebs with a welcome blast of fresh, country air.
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