Within it’s 368 square miles, Dartmoor contains roughly 160 tors, 10,000 ancient sites and an abundance of clapper bridges, stone circles, quarries and mines. All surrounded by stunning scenery, amazing wildlife and picturesque villages. Here’s a selection of some of Dartmoor’s best bits which we recommend you must see whilst staying at our Dartmoor Holiday…
Through the centuries there have been several London Bridges. The most famous one (you know the one, sold to an American in the 60’s and shipped to Arizona) was built from Dartmoor Granite. It’s construction started in 1825 and took 6 years to complete. By 1900, London Bridge had become so busy with traffic and…
Despite being in lockdown, fresh flowers have continued to mysteriously appear on Kitty Jay’s grave. Those familiar with Dartmoor folklore will know that this special burial mound is tended by the Dartmoor Pixies out of sympathy for Kitty Jay’s sad tale – you can read all about Kitty Jay’s story on our Dartmoor Must See’s…
Devon Live has just published a great article revealing 34 secret fascinating places in Devon. It’s no surprise that Dartmoor is well represented. You would expect Wistman’s wood, the Warren House Inn and Hound Tor to feature. But who knew that King Charles used Meavy’s great oak tree to hide from Cromwell’s men or that…
Although holidaying on Dartmoor is more about enjoying the stunning scenery and wildlife, it’s also good to take a break from all that outstanding natural beauty by visiting some of the many Visitor Attractions close to our Dartmoor holiday cottage. With Devon being pretty much the home of tourism, there are countless attractions catering…
As you would imagine, Lustleigh has many beautiful thatched cottages with flower filled gardens and a fine old Church. It is also one of the few villages on Dartmoor that still benefits from having a village shop, an outstanding pub, a quaint tea room as well as a weekly visit from a mobile fish &…
