An ancient woodland estate with cascading waterfalls, 750ft above the sea. This unspoilt valley high on Dartmoor must be seen. With nature trails, wildlife, picnic area and restaurant – it’s a natural day out appealing to all ages

Buckfast Abbey A living Benedictine Monastery, destroyed by Henry VIII, but rebuilt by the monks themselves in the earlier part of this century.  Enjoy the tranquil gardens or visit the gift shop where you can buy the famous Tonic Wine and honey made at the Monastery.
Enter a different world of tropical rain forests, lush tropical plants and exotic fruit at this haven for many species of butterfly flying freely, and meet three different species of otter. A visit to this wonderful attraction at Buckfastleigh will delight the whole family.
A fascinating, nostalgic journey back in time, complete with authentic smells! Only two minutes from the Model Village in Torquay.
Cardew Teapottery
A pottery that only makes teapots? That’s the Cardew Madhatters’ Teapottery based at Bovey Tracey in deepest Devon where the worlds finest collectable teapots can be seen being painstakingly produced by our handcraft production team.
This is the place for adventure! All-weather fun just 25 minutes away – this hugely popular attraction with go-karts, bumper boats and slides as well as lakes and picnic area is a must.
Just a few minutes’ down the road near the beach you’ll find this top-class Go-Kart track with four different types of go-kart – a size for every member of the family. Don’t miss “Thursday Night Thunder” – if you’re a race ace this is your chance to win a Harley Davidson!
Hedgehog Hospital Prickly Ball farm is a busy ‘hands on’ farm and a hedgehog hospital where you can meet, touch, and learn about hedgehogs and all their farmyard friends.

Kents Cavern
The British Association of Show Caves cave of the year for 2000, this famous prehistoric site is guaranteed to enthral you! A guided tour will take you through the caves where kids can meet Cavog the caveman. Special events take place June/July/August.
Don’t miss this award-winning masterpiece of miniature landscaping. The Model Village at Babbacombe is set in 4 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, featuring hundreds of models from an old thatched village to a modern town centre. Evening illuminations during the season give an enchantingly different perspective after dark. Rightly described as the “Photographer’s paradise”, a visit to this miniature masterpiece is a must during your stay.
No trip to the Westcountry would be complete without a visit to the country’s premier Marine Aquarium. This is your unique opportunity to see Britain’s largest shark exhibition and come face to face with over 3000 creatures. Devon Family Attraction of the year 2000 (Good Britain Guide).
Re-live the great age of steam along the spectacular Torbay coastline to the olde worlde port of Dartmouth and the beautiful river Dart Estuary.
A new breed of Zoo. Enjoy a journey through the world’s threatened habitats. One of England’s biggest zoos with over 1000 animals including tigers, gorillas, orangutans, elephants and hundreds of birds. As seen on BBC1 The Zoo Keepers.
Crazy golf, activity centre with assault course, passenger carrying miniature railway and much more – all set in beautiful colourful gardens. For a busy fun-filled day out, this can’t be beaten!
This is the family home of the Courtneys, Earls of Devon. Take a fascinating guided tour of the 18th Century state rooms and let the children visit the “secret garden”. This magnificent medieval fortress set within an ancient deer park is just a few minutes along the road.
Take to the river and enjoy a mini-cruise on the beautiful river Dart, sailing between Dartmouth and historical Totnes. Licensed bar on board.
Britain’s best and wildest water fun-park. 8 exciting flumes, go-karts and bumper boats – its wet and wacky! There are restaurants, bars and cafes at this great attraction at Paignton.
Riviera Centre This purpose built all weather fun filled leisure facility with excellent Restaurants and Entertainment can be found two minutes walk from Torquay seafront. With superb business, conference and exhibition facilities all under one roof!

Shilstone Rocks
Riding School

Now is your chance to learn to ride! And where better than breathtaking Dartmoor? Beginners and families welcome and all equipment (including horse) provided! If you’re an experience rider, come along and have a great day out!
Tropiquaria
At TROPIQUARIA you will find an interesting and varied collection of wildlife. There is a large adventure fort, trampolines and a sand pit and play equipment for smaller children. Picnic benches are provided, so bring your own food or eat in our Parrots Perch Cafe

Woodlands Leisure Park
An action-packed full day of fun for everyone at one of the UK’s top family parks. Sixty glorious acres of rides and action. Including 3 legendary water coasters. 500m toboggan run, arctic gliders, 47,000 sq. ft indoor attractions, 14 play zones, superb indoor falconry centre, 100’s of animals and birds – it’s the BIG family day out!