AROUND Dartmoor's Edge
Attractions and activities nearby include:
- The Granite Way (11-mile traffic-free cycling and walking route): five minutes’ drive
- Lydford Gorge (National Trust gorge and waterfall with a walking trail): 10 minutes
- Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre (historic fairground): 10 minutes
- Okehampton Castle (medieval motte and bailey castle): 15 minutes
- Roadford Lake (walking, cycling and watersports): 20 minutes
- Buckland Abbey (National Trust house, gardens and estate): 35 minutes
- Grey Wethers (prehistoric stone circles): 40 minutes
CYCLING
Within a short 5 minute drive you can be on the 'granite way'
The Granite Way is an 11 mile multi-use trail running between Okehampton and Lydford along the north western edge of Dartmoor. It is mostly traffic free, largely following the route of the former Southern Region railway line.
If you are looking to hire a bike, there is cycle hire at sourtin down, another acess point to the granite way with ample parking. information of cycle hire can be found here:
CLIMBING
Friendly, social, dedicated indoor climbing facility. Run by climbers, for climbers and anyone interested in having a go. Courses and Taster Sessions indoors are available.- https://www.barnclimbingwall.co.uk/#flow
The Barn climbing wall,
Eastacott, Milton Abbot, Tavistock, Devon, Pl19 0QP
HORSE BACK RIDING
Cholwell Riding Stables is a family-run business that has been providing escorted rides and riding lessons on Dartmoor for nearly forty years.
Situated on the A386 between Okehampton and Tavistock, next to the famous 'Wheal Betsy' Silver Lead mine, we are perfectly located to ride straight out onto Dartmoor with no need for any road work. This allows you to enjoy your whole ride on the moor and admire its breathtaking views (weather permitting!)
We cater for all types of rider from the complete novice to the most experienced rider and have a wide selection of quality, fit and well-mannered horses.- https://www.cholwellridingstables.co.uk/
Cholwell Riding Stables
Mary Tavy
Tavistock
Devon
PL19 9QG
Watersports
Just five minutes off the A30, between Launceston and Okehampton, you will find the spectacular Roadford Lake. Surrounded by countryside, and nestled amongst the beautiful surroundings of the Wolf Valley with the dramatic tors of Dartmoor as its backdrop, Roadford is the perfect location for your next family escape.
Whether you're joining us for the day or staying a little longer, there is a wide range of activities for all ages at the lake, including:
• kayaking
• canoeing
• paddleboarding
• sailing
• archery
• high ropes
