Bovey Tracey - Riverside MillThe largest contemporary crafts centre in the South West. Exhibitions and
displays change throughout the eyear. Highly recommended. Bovey Tracey - Cardew Pottery Cardew bills itself as the UK's
largest pottery
centre, so you're sure of being entertained! You can try throwing your own
pot, painting it, and of course there is a massive shop to browse through!
They also have a tea room serving truly delicious food. Bovey Tracey - House Of Marbles and Teign Valley Glass The Largest Selection of Glass Marbles in the world! At House of
Marbles and Teign Valley Glass they have been manufacturing an unusual
range of games, toys, marbles and glassware for many years. Visitors are
most welcome to wander around the old pottery buildings with the listed
kilns, enjoy the museums of glass, games, marbles and Bovey Pottery, watch
glass blowing when work is in progress, see the spectacular marble runs,
browse in the factory seconds and gift shops and enjoy the food and drink
in the coffee shop. Apart from special collectable marbles the glassworks
make a full range of wine glasses, vases, candle holders and paperweights,
and much more besides. Watch the skilled craftsmen blowing glass, then shaping and
finishing, when work
is in progress. The gift shop sells a full range of glass, toys and marbles. Upstairs you
will find a wonderland of gifts and presents from all over the world. You
can also try your hand at skittles or quoits, practice your chess moves
with some giant chess pieces, test your balancing skills with a giant
Jericho game, and of course play marbles! There are fascinating marble runs
by Alex Schmid of Switzerland. One of Buckfastleigh - Riverford Organic VegetablesThe planning permission granted to
Riverford means that visitors must book in advance (but it's always worth
calling at the last minute to see if there's space), accompany their meal
with a farm tour or walk, cookery demo or other activity. Walks can be
long, short, guided or not; the choice is yours. Children of all ages are
very welcome, and infants under 3 years can eat and tour for free. So what
happens here? Riverford is a pioneer of organic husbandry, and you can
enjoy lunch or supper, savouring the farm produce, and experiencing tastes
that might even inspire you to try something new at home. The set menu
makes imaginative use of the best seasonal produce with a vegetarian and a
meat option. Irresistible puddings follow! Chef Jane Baxter brings a wide
range of flavours to the dishes that are influenced by her time at the
River Cafe in London. This field kitchen is the first of its kind in the
country, inspired by a trip Guy Watson made to Alice Water's restaurant in
San Francisco, where fresh, organic, seasonal produce is the starting
point for any meal. Visitors to the farm can see how good the farm's
produce can taste, fresh from the field, generously and creatively
prepared demonstrating a real connection between farm and plate. The field
kitchen has become an integral part of the farm experience for visitors
who return time and time again. Buckfastleigh - Buckfast AbbeyBuckfast Abbey was founded nearly
a thousand years ago and stood for five hundred years before it was
closed by Henry VIII. The present community of monks, who returned in
1882, rebuilt the present Abbey on its medieval foundations. The Church
you see today was completed in 1938. Now, Buckfast is home to a community of Benedictine monks who lead a
life of prayer, work and study. True to the Benedictine Rule, guests have
always been welcomed and Buckfast Abbey attracts visitors from around the
globe. It has become renowned for stained glass, bee keeping and of
course, its famous Buckfast Tonic Wine. Easy to find and with no parking
or admission charges, Buckfast offers a visit filled with history,
heritage, delightful food, and fine shopping. Above all, this is a
spiritual place, with centuries of monastic work behind it. Buckfastleigh - Pennywell FarmA mega fun day out - and how true that is! With
activities ranging from pets corner through a wildlife assault course,
falconry displays, pigs, ferrets, lambs, sheep dog trials, trampolines,
and farmyard theatre, this is a one stop entertainment centre for kids and
adults alike that will keep the whole family amused all day long. Chudleigh near Exeter - Canonteign FallsA special place with a breathtaking combination of waterfalls and
cascades, located in the beautiful Teign Valley in the Dartmoor National
Park 9 miles south of Exeter. England's highest waterfall drops almost
vertically for 70 metres as it tumbles over massive rock formations down
to streams, through ancient woodlands and onto wetlands and lakes below.
At the top of the falls, Buzzards View offers the most spectacular views
across South Devon - it's well worth the walk.
Be 'at home' with nature amongst unusual trees, plants, flowers, insects
and animals as you climb the pathways and Victorian steps upwards through
the Secret Garden and Fern Garden.
The exhibition in the lower barn gives a fascinating insight into the
Canonteign story which is rich in mining and maritime history, being the
former home of Sir Edward Pellew, Vice Admiral of all England and later
given the title of Lord Exmouth.
The path alongside lily lake takes you to the cafe and beyond to the
wetlands and lakes. It's a fascinating level walk through the habitats of
kingfishers, bats, butterflies, dragonflies and wildfowl.
Exeter - Crealy, Devon's great adventure park for childrenThis wonderful fun
filled park certainly comes
right up there with the best of them! With fun filled action rides, real
animals, treasure hunts, favourite cartoon characters, and six "realms" to
explore (adventure, action, animal, magic, farmyard and the natural world),
Crealy really does have a lot to offer. Lynmouth - Exmoor - Brass Rubbing centre Enjoy an old Victorian leisure
pastime. Craft and gift shop for cards, games, jewellery, puzzles and
original designer gifts by our resident artist. Lyme Regis- Chimp and Zee, Bookshop by the SeaSimply the most magical bookshop you will ever visit! Original art, cards
and signed children's books by author/ illustrator team, Catherine and
Laurence Anholt whose 90 best-selling titles have won numerous awards and
are published all over the world. Described as 'like stepping inside a
storybook'! Modbury - The Brownston GalleryA stunning new contemporary art gallery
featuring original work from local, regional and
nationally renowned artists. The Brownston
Gallery is based in the beautiful Georgian town
of Modbury. As well as contemporary paintings
and mixed media pieces, the gallery shows
sculpture, ceramics, glassware and jewellery
from a wide range of outstanding established and
emerging artists. Plymouth - National Marine Aquarium Britain's biggest aquarium Plymouth Powerboat School Learn new skills or improve your existing skills. Increase your confidence. Improve your safety
and enjoyment of the water. Gain internationally recognised certificates.
The school offers the full range of RYA powerboat courses and skippered RIB Charter.
They have experienced and friendly instructors with a passion for powerboating,
a range of high quality, well equipped boats, and also offer own boat tuition anywhere.
Teh school will undertake boat deliveries and assisted passages. There are
special kids courses as well as bespoke and corporate tuition, and they
can arrange local accommodation for all budgets. Plymouth - Plymouth GinDiscover Gin's colourful history and over
200 years of gin distilling at Black Friar's distillery - the working home
of Plymouth gin since 1793. Plymouth - Aerosaurus Balloons Over 400 flights a year, with gift
vouchers, magical champagne balloon flights, in-flight photos, and a
certificate to prove you were there! A perfect gift or a treat for
yourself and the family. Plymouth - Smeaton's Tower, The Hoe, Plymouth Admission details for all these three
attractions can be found at
www.plymouth.gov.uk/museums Plymouth - Elizabethan House Go back in time to Drake's Plymouth, Spiral stairs, sloping floors and
period furniture give you an insight 'into how a merchant or sea captain
might have lived in the 1600s. A restored kitchen has been recently
completed while the development of a Tudor garden is underway. Plymouth - Merchant's HouseThe former home of the famous Elizabethan privateer, Captain William
Parker, this four storey town house provides a fascinating snapshot of
Plymouth's history. Old curiosities, a chemist's shop and a Victorian
schoolroom give you a feeling of what life was like in the past. Plymouth - Ghost Tours Find out about the ghostly history of the town, without silly gimmicks, just legend and folklore and real history! Storytelling at its finest! Visit www.ghosthunting.org.uk for more details! Salcombe - Estuary CruisesExplore the sheltered scenic estuary waters
between Kingsbridge and Salcombe, a local nature reserve,
aboard the quiet and spacious, 100 seat, double decked excursion vessel
Rivermaid. The estuary's natural beauty is enjoyed from the extensive
views from the upper deck, or the warm passenger saloon. You have various
options, for example, Kingsbridge to Salcombe Cruises in either direction
is a 35 minute cruise each way, following a meandering channel and passing
a 19th century stone road bridge across Bowcombe Creek, historic lime
kilns, lots of birdlife, entrances to Collapit, Blanksmill, Frogmore and
South Pool Creeks, Saltstone Island, the oldMersey ferry Egremont
and panoramic views of Salcombe. The upper reaches of the estuary
provide extensive feeding grounds for a variety of birds such as
Redshanks, Greenshanks, Dunlin, Shelducks, Curlews, Oystercatchers,
Herons, Egrets, Shags and Cormorants. The top deck of the Rivermaid
makes an excellent vantage point. Torquay - Kents Cavern The warmest cave in Britain, with so many fascinating things to see,
including the
remains of prehistoric inhabitation, reconstructions of how the ancient
people lived in
the caves, and natural beauty in the rock formations - it's well worth a
visit, and you'll be thrilled by the extent of the attractions on offer here. The Cavern ghost shows are spooky
fun for the kids, and
the outdoors walk trail through the woods is a wonderful history lesson
into how the cavemen survived during historic times. All in all,
fascinating and entertaining. Torrington - Dartington CrystalEnjoy a remarkable factory experience! From
the elevated viewing platform you can see award winning craftsmen hard at
work, transforming hot molten crystal into elegant shapes, perfecting an
art that's 3000 years old. You can see how the craftsmen work together to
transform hot molten crystal into wonderful items, then see the finished
product in the factory shop. And there's so much for children to see and
do. You can keep them occupied in the visitor centre and let them have
some fun painting their own glass or creating a unique hand cast piece.
And when they're hungry, there's loads of great food for them on the
children's menu. Learn about the history of glass through a series of live
demonstrations, including Studio Glassmaking and Master Engraving, then
enjoy the interesting exhibitions and the show in the audio-visual
theatre. The Jewellery Room allows you to design and create your own
beaded necklace - both adults and children can create their own designs.
You could even make a gift for someone special! There's also fun for all
the family with a nine hole pitch and putt course - for those budding golf
champions of the future! And you can try Swiss Engraving, a traditional
way to personalise a paperweight with your own design or special message
to a loved one. Totnes - Woodlands Adventure Park Another massive
entertainment complex which will
keep the whole family entertained all day! There's the UK's largest indoor
adventure centre for when the weather's bad, and outside a whole host of
rides, attractions, adventures, courses, water rides, food places,
falconry displays...the list goes on and on....with celebrations for
Halloween and fireworks' night with many other special attractions
throughout the
year, you can keep up with the latest fun filled activities on the website. Totnes - Sharpham Vineyard A working estate which produces
classic wines and great cheese from its own herd of Jersey cows. Tour the
farm and watch all the stages of wine and cheesemaking. You
can enjoy a self-directed tour of the vineyard (30 minutes) followed by an instructed
tasting of a selection of Sharpham wines and cheese, or take a guided tour of both the vineyard and winery, together,
with a tasting of
our wines and cheese. An explanation of the process from vine to wine is
given. This option is available on Wednesdays at 3.30pm, from May 1st to
September the 15th, and lasts approximately 2 hours. Advance booking is
not necessary. The tour is subject to weather conditions. This is a working farm so outdoor footwear
and clothing are highly advisable;
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