Dartington Crystal
Craftsmanship at Its Finest
With a history spanning over 50 years (from 1967 to the present day), you’ll be able to see glassmaking demonstrations as well as the chance to paint your own glass and perhaps even cast your own hands that will last forever in crystal glass.
Key Information
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Approx. 12 miles (30-minute drive)
- Discounts available to guests at The Mole Resort
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Quince Honey FarmQuince Honey Farm
Experience the sweet world of bees, a delightful family attraction with interactive exhibits, honey tasting, and beautiful gardens.
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The Big SheepThe Big Sheep
The Big Sheep offers family-friendly fun with entertaining sheep shows, thrilling rides, and a variety of farm animals to meet.
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Milky Way Adventure ParkMilky Way Adventure Park
Discover thrilling rides, space-themed exhibits, and indoor play zones at Milky Way Adventure Park.
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Hartland Abbey & GardensHartland Abbey & Gardens
Built in the 12th Century, Hartland Abbey is home of the Stucley family, with treasures and. Memorabilia collected over the many years of their residence there.
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Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur ParkCombe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park
Meet exotic animals and life-sized dinosaurs.
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Watermouth CastleWatermouth Castle
Experience Victorian history with family-friendly rides and exhibits at Watermouth Castle.
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RHS Garden RosemoorRHS Garden Rosemoor
Set in a beautiful valley in the heart of North Devon between two National Parks, this 65 acres haven for biodiversity and wildlife has something for everyone.
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Marwood Hill GardensMarwood Hill Gardens
A 20 acre private garden set in the heart of North Devon with three lakes, set in a valley tucked away in North Devon only 4 miles for Barnstaple.
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Keypitts Off Road AdventureKeypitts Off Road Adventure
An activity centre near Ilfracombe that offers quad biking, mini Land Rovers and 4x4 Land Rover experiences.
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Exmoor Walking RoutesExmoor Walking Routes
Exmoor is one of the best places in the UK for walking, with an array of different routes depending on your accessibility.
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Tidal Trail Bike HireTidal Trail Bike Hire
On your bike! The surrounding countryside is perfect for a bike ride, allowing you to get back to nature and really dig in to your surroundings.
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H2Outdoor High RopesH2Outdoor
Your gateway to an exciting range of water sports and outdoor activities. They specialise in combining high quality activities with the outstanding natural beauty of the area.
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Clovelly VillageClovelly Village
Wander through the charming cobbled streets of Clovelly Village, a historic, car-free coastal gem.
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SurfingSurfing in Devon
Did you know that Devon is home to the UK's first surf reserve? The whole of the North Devon coast falls into the surf reserve and is one of the best loved places in the county for surfing and watersports.
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Woolley Animal Farm ParkWoolley Animal Farm Park
Interact with friendly farm animals at Woolley Animal Farm Park, ideal for family fun.
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Hartland QuayHartland Quay
The spectacular cliffs at Hartland Quay with their incredibly contorted rock layers are always worth a visit and at low tide there is plenty of sand, rock pools and rocks to scramble over.
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Arlington CourtArlington Court
Intriguing Regency house and impressive collection of horse-drawn vehicles, set in picturesque gardens and ground.
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Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff RailwayLynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway
The multi-award winning Lynton & Lynmouth funicular Cliff Railway opened in 1890 and is the highest and steepest totally water powered railway in the world!
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Valley of RocksValley of Rocks
A fascinating U-shaped valley that is parallel to the sea, well known for it’s wild goats and jagged cliff edges.
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Saunton SandsSaunton Sands
An idyllic 3-mile stretch of stunning golden beach, backed by the UNESCO-protected Braunton Burrows Biosphere Reserve.
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Eden ProjectEden Project
Former clay mine turned into a beautiful global garden, setting the stage for an extraordinary day out. Rediscover the natural worlds as you’ve never experience it before.
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Lynmouth BeachLynmouth Beach
A shingle beach just below the village of Lynmouth on the northern edge of Exmoor National Park. The beach is around 500 metres wide and divided by the mouth of the River Lyn which also forms the small harbour.
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Putsborough SandsPutsborough Sands
Dog-friendly all year round this beach, Putsborough is one of North Devon’s large sandy beaches. The stretch is around 2 miles long, and you can walk along it to Woolacombe beach.
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Croyde BeachCroyde Beach
A sandy beach backed by sand dunes and situated in a small bay, very popular with swimmer and more experienced surfers (rated one of the best surfing beaches in the world).
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Ilfracombe AquariumIlfracombe Aquarium
Discover the unique and fascinating journey of an Exmoor stream from source to sea. The aquarium consists of local aquatic exhibits, café and gift shop.
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Woolacombe BeachWoolacombe Beach
This 3-mile sandy beach is popular with surfers and families looking for a traditional seaside experience.
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Air Extreme Trampoline ParkAir Extreme
Perfect for everyone, you’ll experience 8 adrenaline filled activities; freestyle across a sea of wall to wall interconnected trampolines, and bounce high to the latest tunes.
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Tarka TrailTarka Trail
A 180 mile, figure-eight loop inspired by the route travelled by Tarka the Otter. Unspoiled countryside, dramatic sea cliffs and the longest, continuous cycle path in the UK are waiting to be discovered.
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Exmoor National ParkExmoor National Park
An amazing place, with different world-class views around every footpath corner. Whether is an ultra marathon on the highest cliffs in England or wandering along babbling brooks, then Exmoor is the place to be.
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