Things to do in Dartmoor, Devon

We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Dartmoor, Devon.

The Great Outdoors in Dartmoor

Embrace the beauty of nature with scenic walks, parks, and outdoor adventures for all ages.

The great outdoors within 10 miles of Dartmoor.

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Bellever Moor and Meadows | Devon Wildlife Trust
Bellever Moor and Meadows | Devon Wildlife Trust
Bellever Moor and Meadows makes a great introduction to Dartmoor. Walk in wildflower upland meadows and between ancient drystone walls to experience great views of this part of central Dartmoor.
Blackadon | Devon Wildlife Trust
Blackadon | Devon Wildlife Trust
This long, narrow reserve 'tumbles down' the western edge of the River Webburn. Within it you can climb a classic Dartmoor tor or explore woodland.
Dart Valley | Devon Wildlife Trust
Dart Valley | Devon Wildlife Trust
Our largest and perhaps our wildest nature reserve. River, wooded valley and upland moor - this reserve has it all.
Sourton Quarry | Devon Wildlife Trust
Sourton Quarry | Devon Wildlife Trust
A disused limestone quarry, now home to various plants, birds and bats. Access to the nature reserve is limited to a footpath which passes through. Deep water filled former quarry workings and buildings mean that wider access is not permitted.
Emsworthy Mire | Devon Wildlife Trust
Emsworthy Mire | Devon Wildlife Trust
The place to get to know Dartmoor and its wildlife.

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History and Heritage in Dartmoor

Step back in time and discover the rich history and heritage that shaped this area.

History and heritage within 10 miles of Dartmoor.

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Merrivale Prehistoric Settlement | English Heritage
Merrivale Prehistoric Settlement | English Heritage
The group of monuments at Merrivale is one of the finest on Dartmoor: side by side here are the remains of a Bronze Age settlement and a complex of ritual sites.
Grimspound | English Heritage
Grimspound | English Heritage
The best known of many Dartmoor prehistoric settlements, Grimspound dates from the late Bronze Age. The remains of 24 stone houses survive within a massive boundary wall.
Upper Plym Valley | English Heritage
Upper Plym Valley | English Heritage
Some 300 Bronze Age and medieval sites, covering 15 1⁄2 square kilometres (6 square miles) of Dartmoor landscape.
Lydford Castle and Saxon Town | English Heritage
Lydford Castle and Saxon Town | English Heritage
Beautifully sited on the fringe of Dartmoor, Lydford boasts three defensive features. Near the centre is a 13th-century tower on a mound, built as a prison.
Hound Tor Deserted Medieval Village | English Heritage
Hound Tor Deserted Medieval Village | English Heritage
The remains of four 13th century stone farmsteads, on land originally farmed in the Bronze Age. This isolated Dartmoor hamlet was probably abandoned in the early 15th century.
Okehampton Castle | English Heritage
Okehampton Castle | English Heritage
Once the largest castle in Devon, nestling in the foothills of Dartmoor. Reputedly haunted and mentioned in the Domesday Book.

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Exploring further afield?

Take a look at a few other places in the surrounding area.

Dartmoor Two Bridges Postbridge Bellever Tavy Sherberton Princetown Merrivale Hexworthy Babeny Frenchbeer Lower Cator Cudlipptown Horndon East Dart Dartmeet Kingsett Peter Tavy Jurston Lydford Thorn Sampford Spiney Mary Tavy Lettaford Shortacombe Vale Down Moortown Heathercombe Gidleigh West Dart Lower Hookner Whitchurch Widecombe in the Moor Ponsworthy West Blackdown Wilminstone Murchington Poundsgate Chagford North Brentor Bonehill Walkhampton Southerly Lake Throwleigh Batworthy Stoke Wonson Bovey Great Weeke

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