Dartmoor National Park Authority

Dartmoor was designated a National Park by statute in 1951. It is 368 square miles (954 sq km) in area and has about 33,400 people living in it.
Wild and beautiful Dartmoor is a great place to explore - but be prepared with maps and suitable walking gear. The Dartmoor National Park website provides invaluable information about all aspects of this beautiful area.

See: www.dartmoor-npa.gov.uk >

Devon weather

See: www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/europe/uk/devoncornwall.html >

Eden Project

The Eden Project was constructed in a 160-year-old exhausted china clay quarry at Bodelva, near St. Austell, in Cornwall. It was established as one of the Landmark Millennium Projects to mark the year 2000 in the UK.
Distance: Approx 67 miles

See: www.edenproject.com >

National Trust

The National Trust is a charity with 3.5 million members.

Local properties include: Castle Drogo, Finch Foundry, A La Ronde, Bradley, Greenway, Killerton, Saltram and many more...

See: www.nationaltrust.org.uk >

South West Coast Path Association

The South West Coast Path is Britain's longest National Trail, running from Minehead in Somerset to South Haven Point near Poole Dorset. The path includes two UNESCO World Heritage sites; The Jurassic Coast plus the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape.

See: www.swcp.org.uk >

The Devon Guild of Craftsmen

The Devon Guild of Craftsmen is the largest contemporary crafts centre in South West England, newly refurbished in 2004, with Jubilee Gallery, extended Craft Shop and The Terrace café in the grade II listed Riverside Mill on the fringes of Dartmoor.
Distance: Approx 10 miles

See: www.crafts.org.uk >

Chagford

This nearby moorland town, has lots to offer and is a lovely place to browse. Shops include a good butchers, delicatessen and greengrocers. There are several clothes shops and an excellent jewellery shop, plus two of the best traditional family-run stores you will find anywhere in the country. bookshop, beauticians, hairdressers - Chagford has it all!
Distance: 3 miles

See: http://www.chagford-parish.co.uk/ >

Exeter

The cathedral city of Exeter is half an hour away and has all the usual city amenities. The ancient centre of the city is dominated by the cathedral, while a new shopping centre - Princesshay - offers good shopping and restaurants.
Distance: 21 miles

See: Exeter City Council >

Moretonhampstead

Although locals will proudly proclaim it as a town Moretonhampstead is essentially a village in character and is located at almost the exact geographical centre of the county.
It's main street boasts an excellent butchers and delicatessen, a Co-op supermarket and a hardware store. It also has a well-informed visitor information centre.
Distance: 1.5 miles

See: www.moretonhampstead.com >

Bovey Castle, North Bovey

Tel: 01647 445000
A luxurious Edwardian moorland hotel with a restaurant, bistro and various activities.
Distance: 1 mile

See: www.boveycastle.com >

Gidleigh Park Hotel, near Chagford

Tel: 01647 432367

Michelin starred restaurant in a luxurious country house hotel in a beautiful setting.
Distance: 1.5 miles

See: www.gidleigh.com >

Moorstone, Bridford

Tel: 01647 252071
Small, intimate bistro. Booking essential, limited by good menus. Bring your own wine!
Distance: 8 miles

See: www.moorstone.net/en >

The Ring of Bells

About one minute’s walk away, this really 'local' local has an excellent menu, features a range of real ales and has a quality wine list.
Telephone 01647 440375.
Distance: 50 yards

See: www.ringofbells.net >

The White Horse Inn, Moretonhampstead

Tel: 01647 440242
Behind a rather unprepossessing facade, lies a genuine slice of foodie heaven - included in the Michelin Guide to Eating Out in Pubs 2009
Distance: 1.5 miles

See: www.whitehorse-moretonhampstead.co.uk >

The White Hart, Moretonhampstead

Tel: 01647 441340
The White Hart in Moretonhampstead dates back to 1639 and has remained an important part of village life for centuries. While retaining many architectural and historical features, the White Hart has been recently refurbished and now offers a brasserie for delicious informal dining.
Distance: 1.5 miles

See: www.whitehartdartmoor.co.uk >

The New Angel, Dartmouth

Tel: 01803 839425
Michelin-star dining that won't break the bank. The ground floor is lively with an open kitchen where you can watch the chefs at work. John Burton Race and his team show polished skill and self assurance, with great respect paid to the simple treatment of food.
Distance: 33 miles

See: www.thenewangel.co.uk/the-restaurant >

The Seafood Restaurant, Padstow

Tel: 01841 532700
Internationally renowned chef Rick Stein has four restaurants in Padstow where you can try his food, The Seafood Restaurant, St Petroc’s Bistro, Rick Stein’s Café and Stein’s Fish & Chips each offering its own atmosphere and individual menu. He also has a pub in St Merryn called The Cornish Arms.
Distance: 68 miles

See: www.rickstein.com/Restaurants-and-Shops.html >

The Seahorse, Dartmouth

Tel: 01803 835147
The Seahorse is the brainchild of award winning restaurateur, food writer, chef and founder of the renowned FishWorks chain Mitch Tonks. The Seahorse, with seats for 40 diners, offers an experience with great food served in relaxed but informal surroundings.
Located on the waterfront overlooking the river Dart it specialises in seafood and simple grilled meat dishes as well as house specialities.
Distance: 33 miles

See: www.seahorserestaurant.co.uk >

Entertaining

Caroline White will cater for your dinner parties.
Tel: 01647 441088 or 07980 790495