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Peak Hill Llamas

4 Lower Brook Meadow, Sidford, Sidmouth, EX10 9PS
Tel: 01395 578697
E-mail: info@walkingwithllamas.co.uk
Web: www.walkingwithllamas.co.uk

We offer a selection of escorted walks with llamas on East Devon's spectacular Jurassic Coast including a morning walk with tea/coffee and muffins, and an afternoon Devon cream tea walk. Llamas are gentle, inquisitive animals and make ideal walking companions. They carry packs containing all the food & drink, and we stop half way for refreshments and to take in the magnificent scenery. We are very fortunate in being based on a 330 acre working farm just outside Sidmouth, and all our walks - including a section of the South West Coast Path - can be done without leaving the farm's own land. All our walks have breath-taking views of the Jurassic Coastline and surrounding countryside. Group visits & corporate events also catered for.

Tuckers Maltings

Teign Rd, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 4AA
Tel: 01626 334734    Fax: 01626 330153
E-mail: info@edwintucker.com

Britain's only working Malthouse open to the public, making malt from barley for beer. Working Victorian machinery, Tuckers Maltings is an education for all ages. See and taste real ale from our in-house brewery. Video and audio effects. Licensed gift shop. Groups welcome (minimum 15, maximum 100). Disabled access to gift shop and disabled toilets. Guided tours Easter to end of October. Tours last about 1 hour. Speciality Bottled Beer Shop open all year. Mail order service available.

River Dart Country Park

Holne Park, Ashburton, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 7NP
Tel: 01364 652511    Fax: 01364 652020
E-mail: enquiries@riverdart.co.uk

Within the Riverdart Park are walks alongside the River and adjoining National Trust Woodland. The Park offers a fun environment for children to enjoy non - stop activity in the woodland adventure playgrounds. There is a lake fed from the river with a "Kontiki" raft, fun ropes and obstacles to challenge the more adventurous. Our magnificent 90 acre park was once part of a Victorian Country Estate. We have majestic trees, both native and exotic and in Spring the Park is a blaze of colour from the numerous rhododendrons and azaleas. Holne Park was the home of the High Sheriff of Devon, The Hon. Richard Dawson. His Victorian enthusiasm for collecting brought many rare and beautiful species of trees to the park. Now you can enjoy the Park, the lakes, gardens and arboretum beside the River Dart. Climb Jacob's ladder and walk through the scenic Sinai Valley and discover the wealth of wildlife, or admire the vast trees along Cedar Avenue. Jungle fun, Mobilus and Scales are all available for your use plus Lilliput Land for toddler. The tennis courts and swimming pool are for you to enjoy plus plenty of open spaces for games.

Gorse Blossom Miniature Railway & Woodland Park

Gorse Blossom Farm, Liverton, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 6JD
Tel/Fax: 01626 821361
E-mail: michael@gorseblossom.com

Gorse Blossom miniature railway and woodland park boasts an unique setting in 37 acres of woodland. There is a Jungle Trail full of surprises including an adventure playground and an assault course featuring the dragon castle challenge ( for children over five years old ). With picnic areas and a tiny tots town there is plenty to see and do as your Gorse Blossom day unfolds. Gorse Blossom miniature railway and woodland park received the rare accolade of being featured in a BBC TV documentary 'Making Tracks '- it was described as being 'one of the best maintained miniature railways in England'.

Paignton & Dartmouth Steam Railway

Queens Park Station, Torbay Rd, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AF
Tel: 01803 555872
Web: www.paignton-steamrailway.co.uk

Experience the romance of the steam age on a seven mile stretch of the Great Western Railway. The train takes you on a spectacular journey alongside Tor Bay, then through wooded slopes to the River Dart. You could even take the Round Robin trip, which includes steam train to Dartmouth, a boat to Totnes and a return journey to Paignton by bus - what a day out!

Babbacombe Model Village

Hampton Avenue, Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LA
Tel: 01803 315315    Fax: 01803 315173
E-mail: sw@babbacombemodelvillage.co.uk

Experience an unforgettable realm famed for beauty, tranquillity and Humorous originality. Every twist and turn of the tree lined paths reveals a fresh perspective to delight the eye. Tom Dobbins has created a 'living canvas' which holds a mirror to everyday life & experience. Witness the English way of life & culture in a unique form. The village began as a representation of the quintessential English countryside at its most beautiful. Over 40 years, the project has grown and now features an extensive range of buildings emphasising Vernacular architectural styles - working watermills, Georgian towns, Tudor houses & classic Devon thatched villages and farms along with working railways, streams, waterfalls and an ornamental Lake stocked with specimen Koi carp. Every year new additions can be seen.

Becky Falls Estate

Becky Falls, Manaton, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 9UG
Tel: 01647 221259    Fax: 01647 221555
E-mail: beckyfalls@btconnect.com

Becky Falls, an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is a private woodland estate that has been a much loved attraction since Victorian times. Visitors enjoy the peace and tranquillity of this staggeringly beautiful, secluded moorland valley set 750 feet above sea level. All ages are fascinated by the falls, its rock formations and its tree canopy soaring overhead. Children love the place! Walk the nature trails with our Spotter Book (available from the gift shop) to get to know the forest more intimately. Look closely and understand how the woodlands, plants & animals serve one another and constantly regenerate. Examine the rock pools, seek out the hidden fish, clamber over the boulders, nature's playground is much more exciting than anything man can conjure up.

Cardew Design Tea Pottery

Newton Rd, Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 9DX
Tel: 01626 832172    Fax: 01626 834773
E-mail: info@cardewdesign.com

Based on a nine acre woodland site minutes from the A38, a day out at the tea pottery offers a fascinating free factory tour, a treasure trove of bargains at our factory shop our activity area where you can make your own pot, Lake Cardew, and our Madhatters' Tea Room where you can partake of the best Devon cream teas to be found anywhere in the world.

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Woodlands Leisure Park

Blackawton, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 7DQ
Tel: 01803 712598    Fax: 01803 712680
E-mail: fun@woodlandspark.com

80 acres of action packed fun occupies all ages for a full day of variety. From three wild watercoasters to a tranquil Falconry Centre and from a speedy Toboggan Run to cuddly animals there's something to enthral everyone. Enjoy the thrills and spills on 3 wild Water Rides that provide 3 radically unique heart stoppers that give 3 dangerously different rides…The Sidewinder, The Mighty Twister, and The Rapids. The 500 metre Toboggan Run and the Arctic Gliders break the thrill barrier. NEW this year Sea Dragon Swingship.

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DEFRA – Rural Affairs

Tel: 08459 335577
E-mail: helpline@defra.gsi.gov.uk
Web: www.countrywalks.defra.gov.uk

More than 1800 walks etc in the United Kingdom. Simply select your destination and you will be rewarded with mini guides and map references to help you explore the countryside at your leisure.

Templer Way

Haytor,Dartmoor to Teignmouth
Tel: 0    Fax: 0
E-mail: info@devon.gov.uk
Web: www.devon.gov.uk

18-mile route that traces the way granite was exported from Dartmoor.

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Buckfast Butterfly Farm & Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary

Dart Bridge Rd, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0DZ
Tel: 01364 642916
E-mail: info@ottersandbutterflies.co.uk

Buckfast Butterflies and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary offers a great, enjoyable, educational experience. Wander around the butterfly farm and see new butterflies emerge in tropical surroundings. See the otters swimming underwater in a specially built glass enclosure. Follow the otter keeper around at feeding times. Learn about the otter, its recreational and family life.

Stover Country Park

Rangers Office, Stover, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 6QG
Tel: 01626 835236
E-mail: stover@devon.gov.uk

The Park contains over 114 acres of woodland, heathland, grassland, lake and marsh. There is a substantial variety of wildlife, notably dragonfly and wildfowl, as well as other bird life, insects and both small and larger mammals. The range of habitats are easily accessible from a network of surfaced and un-surfaced paths. The historical development of the area from the 18th century is apparent within the Country Park and at adjacent sites of the remains of the canal and railway. There is a marked Heritage Trail extending 4.5 miles beyond the park. The Templer Way also passes through the park. The main feature of the Park is the 10 acre lake and marsh which is used by a variety of wildfowl over the winter months. The park is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest primarily because of the dragonfly population. Extensive deciduous and coniferous woodland are interspersed with pockets of lowland heath and grassland providing habitats for a range of visiting and resident wildlife. Notable mammal species include roe deer and dormice and otter. Greenfinch and other birds find shelter and protection in the trees in winter where in the summer spotted flycatcher and tawny owl breed.

Paignton Zoological & Botanical Gardens

Totnes Rd, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EU
Tel: 01803 697500    Fax: 01803 523457
E-mail: Info@paigntonzoo.org.uk

Here at Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, our animals live in their own habitat zones. The Zoo is divided up into six zones, 'Primley' , savannah, forest, wetland, tropical forest and desert. All of these represent world habitats, except for Primley which is an area in the Zoo where animals from a mixture of habitats live.

Living Coasts

Beacon Quay, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 2BG
Tel: 01803 202470    Fax: 01803 202471
E-mail: info@livingcoasts.org.uk

Take a fantastic journey around the coastlines of the world without leaving Torquay! Welcome to Living Coasts, Paignton Zoo's new visitor attraction in Torquay. Living Coasts features a range of fascinating coastal creatures from loud and loveable penguins to playful fur seals, colourful puffins to sea ducks - they're all at home in this amazing new environment. There are reconstructed beaches, cliff-faces and an estuary. A huge meshed aviary allows the birds to fly free over your head, while special acrylic tunnels give stunning crystal clear views of the birds and seals underwater. Then relax in the water-side café with its stunning views across Tor Bay, where you can enjoy morning coffee, lunch or a real Devon cream tea - all with the best view in South Devon. Living Coasts also has a well-stocked shop in the style of a colonial harbour, with gifts and souvenirs for everyone.

Miniature Pony & Animal Farm

Wormhill Farm, North Bovey, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 8RG
Tel: 01647 432400
E-mail: enquiries@miniatureponycentre.com

Dartmoor's Miniature Pony and Animal Farm has over 150 animals including our famous miniature ponies and donkeys that foal throughout the spring and early summer. As you explore the 20 acres of beautiful Dartmoor parkland you will meet lots of very friendly ponies, donkeys, pigs, goats, lambs, rabbits, birds and all their little offspring. There is no better way for the children to be introduced to animals than here. Have a ride on a pony, meet loads of friendly animals, feed them at tea time, drive a tractor, bottle feed a lamb, groom a pony, feed some fish or sit on a shire horse called ‘Gulliver’. Burn off all your energy in the indoor or outdoor play areas and the toddlers have their own exclusive area with a ball pool, sand pit and castle.

Pennywell Devon's Farm & Wildlife Centre

Lower Dean, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0LT
Tel: 01364 642023    Fax: 01364 642122
E-mail: information@pennywellfarmcentre.co.uk

At Pennywell we are always ready to welcome you, with a team of enthusiastic and knowledgeable staff, you are guaranteed a fun day. You are not just a spectator, we will help you milk the goats, race a ferret or bottle feed the baby lambs. Pennywell is an all day, all weather fun experience that will last you a lifetime. There are craft activities like willow weaving and spinning and fun activities such as treasure hunt and the Pennywell Challenge game. For the energetic there is the commando course, the "Run Rabbit Ride" go-cart course and the trampolines. For the younger visitors the "Toddlers Play Farm" and Little Tikes Activity Centre will keep them happy for hours.