Morwelham PL19 8JL Tel 01822 832766
Description:
Big time re-creation of this historic and picturesque
village hidden in Tamar Valley woodland which was once the great
copper mining port. Train ride into the mine, museums, docks, quays,
staff wear authentic costume, etc. Average visit 5-6 hours
Location
Off the A390 4 miles west of Tavistock in west Devon near
the Cornwall border, about 20 miles north of Plymouth.
Opening Times:
Ar-Oct 10-5.30 Nov-Mar 10-4.20 (last admission 2 hours
before close)
Disabled Access
Please call
Admission Prices:
Unconfirmed for 98
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OKEHAMPTON
CASTLE
Okehamton Tel 01837 52844
Description:
The ruins of the largest castle in Devon include the
Norman motte and the keeps jagged remains. There is a picnic area, a
spot of exceptional beauty and there are also lovely walks.
Location
1 miles SW of Okehamton town centre. Parking.
Opening Times:
Ar- Oct 10-6 (dusk in Oct)
Disabled Access
Details unconfirmed
Admission Prices:
Adults £2.20 Children £1.10 EH
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OUTOVERCOTT RIDING STABLES
Lynot Devon EX35 6JR Tel 01598
753341
Description
Horse riding on Exmoor. Suitable horses for all standards
of rider. Qualified instruction. Accommodation available in 18c
cottage beside trout stream.
Location
Between Parracombe and Barbrook on the A39
Prices:
Call
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OVERBECKS
MUSEUM & GARDEN
Sharpitor Salcombe TQ8 8LW Tel 01548 842893
Description:
Spectacular views over the Salcombe estuary can be enjoyed
from this beautiful 2.4 ha garden with its many rare plants, shrubs
and trees. The elegant Edwardian house contains collections of local
photographs from the last century. model boats, ship building tools
and many other collections. Also a secret room for children with a
ghost hunt.
Location
1.5 miles SW of Salcombe (at the extreme south of A381)
signed from Marlborough and Salcombe
Opening Times:
Museum: Apr-Oct 11-5.30 (closed Sat) Garden: All year 10-8
or dusk.
Disabled Access
Garden is steep and therefore needs strong wheelchair
pusher.
Admission Prices:
Unconfirmed NT
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