Things to do in Shortacombe, Devon
We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Shortacombe, Devon.
History and Heritage in Shortacombe
History and heritage within 10 miles of Shortacombe.
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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.

Okehampton Castle | English Heritage
Once the largest castle in Devon, nestling in the foothills of Dartmoor. Reputedly haunted and mentioned in the Domesday Book.

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.
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The Great Outdoors in Shortacombe
The great outdoors within 10 miles of Shortacombe.
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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.

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.
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