Babbacombe Model Village
Address: Babbacombe, Torquay TQ1 3LA Closes at 3pm
Please pre-book your visit in advance to ensure entrance availability PLEASE NOTE: The village site is cashless – payment is by card only Book here
Adults will particularly enjoy the humour which you will find everywhere!
An action packed day out with plenty of fizzy fun!
Woodlands Family Theme Park
Address: Woodlands Leisure Park A3122, Totnes TQ9 7DQ
The largest theme park in Devon
Up close with Ponies
Address: Wormhill Farm, Newton Abbot, TQ13 8RG
Dartmoor Ponies
Untamed Dartmoor Hill ponies live in herds on the moor
Meet and pet beautiful miniature ponies
Local Sharpham cheeses and wines ... sold around the world
Sharpham Vineyard
Address: Sharpham Estate, Totnes TQ9 7UT
South Devon Railway
Choo choo... on the South Devon Railway
Day Trips
A view of the Salcombe Estuary
Discover Dartmouth
Dartmouth River Boats & Steam Trains
Just 8 miles from Carlane Court, Dartmouth is a beautiful harbour town on the banks of the River Dart. Sailing… cruises… water sports, walks, ferry rides and cruises… and recommended places to eat and drink.
You are also well placed to explore the South West Coastal Path Walk.
Royal Dartmouth Regatta
An annual celebration... Royal Dartmouth Regatta 21st-23rd August 2021
Dartmouth Royal Regatta is a very popular annual 3 day event held at the end of August; visitors from all over the world come to join in.
The Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta transforms the town into a week long hub of festivities and is one of the best times of year to visit Dartmouth for water-related activities and family fun.
Dartmouth Farmers' Market
Saturdays - The Old Market Square every second Saturday 9am - 1pm
Every Friday - Padanaram village, St. Mary's Parish Centre Lawn, 789 Dartmouth 1pm - 6pm (June to October)
Find a wide range of wonderful produce all locally sourced by local people at Dartmouth Farmers’ Market: locally grown produce and flowers, locally raised meats and eggs, locally baked and crafted food, and handmade crafts, goods and art.
Our Foodie Recommends
The most picturesque places to enjoy fresh cuisine inspired by Devon’s land and sea.
Bushell's
Address: 24 South Embankment, Dartmouth TQ6 9BB Menu
Riverside dining – every table has a wonderful view overlooking the River Dart to Kingswear. The menu is designed to ensure all dishes are freshly sourced and the menu changes on a daily basis to reflect this.
If you fancy a romantic diner, a meal with friends, a Sunday Lunch or private dining room for a celebration, Bushell’s is ideal.
Booking is always recommended.
Taylor's
Address: 8 The Quay, Dartmouth TQ6 9PS Menu
Taylor’s is a small intimate restaurant with relaxed music & lighting, an attractive décor of sparkling chandeliers & mirrors – with the stunning backdrop of Dartmouth’s beautiful harbourside. Lush…
Andria
Address: 5 Lower Street, Dartmouth TQ6 9AJ Menu
Head chef Luca Berardino brings you a modern take on classic dishes from Europe and beyond. Vegans and vegatarians are also well catered for. Open for breakfast lunch and dinner every day.
Rockfish
Address: 8 South Embankment, Dartmouth TQ6 9BH Menu gallery
Cruise... the English Riveria
Explore the coastline on a steam train
Dartmouth Castle
An artillery fort, built to protect Dartmouth harbour
Dartmouth Castle Ferry
No fussing with timetables – just go when you like, come back when you like
Champagne... Anyone?
Platform 1 - Champagne bar and restaurant on Dartmouth harbour
A lovely place to sit… and enjoy the view of Dartmouth Harbour. You can sit in or out; have lunch/dinner… or just sip a glass of champagne… beer… wine or enjoy a coffee.
Salcombe
Oh…Salcombe… one of our favourite destinations for all sorts of reasons. Famous for Devon ice-cream, Salcombe gin, shopping, their sandy beaches, history, water activities and ferry connection links to around the South Devon coast.
And their crabs! Salcombe crabs are shipped around the world. If you would like to give ‘crabbing’ a go, you can buy lines, bait and buckets from local shops.
Some of the best restaurants, bars and cafés are in Salcombe – serving locally caught fresh seafood and locally farmed produce.
So many flavours… from blood orange, bubblegum. toffee and chocolate to butterscotch, raspberry and more…
Salcombe ice-cream shop
Address: 1 Island St, Salcombe TQ8 8DP
A full menu of ice-cream and sorbet flavours are available from the Salcombe ice-cream shop
Love an Ice-cream?
Salcombe Dairy ice-cream is renowned worldwide as some of the very best… and sometimes you will find it stocked in your local supermarket – HOWEVER there are over 40 flavours of Salcombe ice-cream and sorbets.
If you want to try NEW flavours, you will find them readily served at many places around Salcombe and throughout Devon.
Salcombe Gin Distillery
Address: The Boathouse, 28, Island Street, Salcombe TQ8 8DP
Fancy a Gin?
Discover how gin is made… book a place to make your OWN at Gin School! Or… just pass by the gin bar (really good fun) and enjoy the tasting menu. 18+ only
The Winking Prawn beach café - North Sands
Our Top Recommends
The Winking Prawn
When you are on the beach at North Sands, you can just cross over the road in your swimwear and sarong (or shorts) and enjoy their delicious food, whilst sitting outside.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner Lunch menu
The Jetty – Harbour Hotel & Spa
Address: Cliff Road, Salcombe TQ8 8DP
View from The Jetty at The Harbour Hotel
For a special treat, head for The Jetty – a seafood bar & grill, with jaw-dropping panoramic views over Salcombe Estuary, from the dining room and outdoor terrace. The Harbour Hotel is rightly proud of their in-house chefs and menus. We love a whole Salcombe crab.
On the Water in Salcombe
Salcombe is a great destination for messing about on the water and trying out new water sports
For Hire
Paddle board Lessons
You can hire paddle boards and kayaks from North Sands Water Sports for a day… a few days… or for your entire stay.
Safety equipment is included in the hire price and it is easy to transport by car, as they are inflatable and come with a pump. Also a shop if you want to buy your own.
At Salcombe Paddle boarding they teach all ages and all abilities – from absolute beginners to experienced paddle boarders – in a safe, encouraging and peaceful environment.
With prices from £40 per person, each lesson includes: Red inflatable paddleboards, leashes and paddles, Xcel wetsuits – Gul buoyancy aids and waterproof bags.
Totnes
The English Riviera is a 22 mile stretch of outstanding South Devon coastline consisting of seaside resorts, rocky coves, picturesque villages and seasonally warm weather.
Take a ferry…
Steamer Quay is just a short walk from Fore Street and is arguably one of the best spots in Totnes for an alfresco lunch watching the world go by. You can catch your cruise to Dartmouth from Steamer Quay too!
An historic market town
Totnes market TQ9 5SF
Fridays & Saturdays – 0pens 8.45am
Today Totnes is a flourishing busy market selling food, clothes, plants, bric-a-brac, antiques, furniture and locally made goods and treasures. Great gift shopping too!
Totnes Rare Breeds Farm
Address: Rare Breeds Farm, Totnes TQ9 5XW
Located by The South Devon Railway – Totnes Littlehempston Station
Stroke an Eagle owl... an opportunity to get up close with some rare breeds
Totnes Castle
Address: Castle St, Totnes TQ9 5NU
Worth the climb
Totnes Castle is one of the earliest and best preserved examples of Norman motte and bailey earthworks still surviving and the largest in Devon. A Saxon wonder… built to overlook and safeguard the sea entry point. Walk up Castle Street and climb to the top of the keep to enjoy stunning views over the town of Totnes and across to the River Dart. Or enjoy a picnic in the peaceful grounds under the shelter of age old trees.
Find a wide range of wonderful produce all locally sourced by local people at Dartmouth Farmers’ Market: locally grown produce and flowers, locally raised meats and eggs, locally baked and crafted food, and handmade crafts, goods and art.