The River Otter is definitely on our leader board because it has just so many perfect paddling places! This peach of a spot in Newton Poppleford ticks a lot of 'summer days' boxes. Parking is near to the river and free. There are 2 car parks on Back Lane in Newton Poppleford. One close to … Continue reading Paddle and Play in Poppleford
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Woodland Walks for Wheels
If you're keen to get everyone out for a walk in the woods but have to take a buggy or wheelchair, check out our tried and tested favourites! 1) Mamhead Trail, Haldon With a free car park and easy, flat, loop walk with fab views and lots of sit down spots, the Mamhead Trail at … Continue reading Woodland Walks for Wheels
White Cross, East Hill
White Cross Car Park is located at the very end of East Hill Strips. Found by following the Sidmouth Road out of Ottery St Mary towards Putts Corner, and following the signs to your right into East Hill Strips. The car park is located at the very end of the road. Managed by the Forestry … Continue reading White Cross, East Hill
Snowdrops around Exeter
On all of my recent walks lately, I've been thrilled to see little signs of spring. There is so much more wildlife around, the bird song is noticeably more varied and cheerier than it was, and there are pretty little flowers decorating the hedgerows! Snowdrops have arrived and shown us that lighter days and warmer … Continue reading Snowdrops around Exeter
West Hill Wander
West Hill is known as a 'woodland village,' and is easily reached off the A30. There are lots of footpaths and woods to explore, with the river walks of Ottery St Mary and Tipton St John close by too.This 2km stroll is perfect for getting out into the countryside when you haven't got too much … Continue reading West Hill Wander
Family Cycling from Tiverton
The Grand Western Canal Country Park is a fantastic place to visit - the towpath is flat and suitable for pushchairs, bikes and wheelchairs, and there are several free car parks and access points along it's route. The canal basin in Tiverton provides a pay and display car park, a visitor's centre, a tea room … Continue reading Family Cycling from Tiverton
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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
Royal Oak Farm PYO & Cream Tea
Royal Oak Farm is situated near Honiton. From Exeter, it is easily reached by leaving the A30 at the second Honiton junction and following the signs on the left for Cotleigh and Stockland. You will go under a bridge and the farm shop is on this road, well signed when you arrive. See here for a more … Continue reading Royal Oak Farm PYO & Cream Tea
King George V Park, Exeter
With 2 free car parks, easy accessibility on bus routes (2, K, T, J), 2 play areas, inclusive, wheelchair-friendly play equipment, sports pitches, goals, acres of open space, surfaced paths, river views, trees and a stream, this park has so many things to recommend it! The main entrance and car park is located off Topsham … Continue reading King George V Park, Exeter
