This walk is a really decent circular route with fantastic views in every direction. It's probably around 6km but there are options for making it longer. Whilst the paths the whole way round would be OK for a big-tyred buggy, there are stiles and gates that would make this hard work. Start at the fabulous … Continue reading Knights Farm Loop
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Cafe 3 Sixty
Cafe 3 Sixty is located in the centre of Bovey Tracey, directly on the family friendly cycle route The Stover Trail. It has pay and display car parks nearby, 2 play areas within walking distance and is just up the road from Bovey's lovely outdoor pool. The cafe is very family - friendly, with a … Continue reading Cafe 3 Sixty
Stantyway Farm
Stantyway Farm in Otterton is part of Clinton Devon Estates, and is set in an incredible position above Ladram Bay. To reach the main farmhouse where walks begin and free parking is avalble next to the Honesty Cafe, you drive through the centre of Otterton as if heading to Ladram Bay holiday park (you can … Continue reading Stantyway Farm
Otter Valley Ice Cream Parlour & Cafe
Otter Valley ice cream is often available from pop up stalls at festivals and events. We have previously made special trips to their lay-by stall just outside Honiton to purchase a treat and sit in the sunshine to enjoy it and we were so excited when we heard they had opened in a brand new … Continue reading Otter Valley Ice Cream Parlour & Cafe
Magical Teatime Stories at Elsie May’s
As part of Tiverton Literary Festival, Elsie May's Café advertised a series of teatime storytelling events. When tickets became available (£7.50/child) at short notice, I couldn't resist as it sounded just up my girls' street, and we were not disappointed. Elsie May's is a family run, vintage style café situated in Tiverton, with car parking very … Continue reading Magical Teatime Stories at Elsie May’s
Kenniford Farm Shop
http://kennifordfarm.co.uk A lovely little place, found off the A3052 Exeter-Sidmouth road, turn right and follow signs opposite Westpoint Showground. Perfect for preschoolers and young children there is an indoor play area, outside toys, ride-ons, a playhouse and a swing/slide set, with a sand pit in better weather - all safely enclosed from the car park. … Continue reading Kenniford Farm Shop
Parke
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/parkeA fantastic place to really stretch your legs, Parke is found just outside Bovey Tracey off the road to Haytor. There is a pay and display car park (£2/day if not NT members). Buses from Exeter to Bovey get you fairly close but you would have to walk on road for a few hundred metres.There … Continue reading Parke