Maureen's Guidebook
Lydford
The Granite Way cycle/walking track is a 5-8 minute walk away from the property. The cycle track is well maintained and links up to Okehampton.
https://visitdartmoor.co.uk/get-active/cycling-on-dartmoor/the-granite-way
18 locals recommend
Granite Way Cycle Track
ParklandsThe Granite Way cycle/walking track is a 5-8 minute walk away from the property. The cycle track is well maintained and links up to Okehampton.
https://visitdartmoor.co.uk/get-active/cycling-on-dartmoor/the-granite-way
Okehampton Castle
Castle LaneA great place to visit if you love animals. You can do different types of experiences including meeting them on farm to going on a walk on Dartmoor with the alpacas!
https://www.lydfordgorgealpacas.com/
Lydford Gorge Alpacas
A great place to visit if you love animals. You can do different types of experiences including meeting them on farm to going on a walk on Dartmoor with the alpacas!
https://www.lydfordgorgealpacas.com/
Perfect tranquil location for cream teas and an evening meal.
http://www.lydfordhouse.co.uk/
Lydford House
Perfect tranquil location for cream teas and an evening meal.
http://www.lydfordhouse.co.uk/
Sightseeing
Tavistock is a thriving, beautifully friendly market town that is worthy of any visitor. An ancient stannary town and home of the cream tea, Tavistock is the only town in Devon to hold world heritage status.
https://www.visit-tavistock.co.uk/
157 locals recommend
Tavistock
Tavistock is a thriving, beautifully friendly market town that is worthy of any visitor. An ancient stannary town and home of the cream tea, Tavistock is the only town in Devon to hold world heritage status.
https://www.visit-tavistock.co.uk/
St Michael de Rupe is our main parish church – and is one of the iconic landmarks of West Devon. Founded in 1130 by the local landowner Robert Giffard, St Michael’s is the fourth smallest parish church in the UK, and is, we believe, the highest working church in England. Regular service of sung Evensong here at 6pm in the spring and summer, and occasional services all year round.
Stunning panoramic views - a nice stop if you are traveling from Lydford to Tavistock.
13 locals recommend
St Michael de Rupe Church
Brentor RoadSt Michael de Rupe is our main parish church – and is one of the iconic landmarks of West Devon. Founded in 1130 by the local landowner Robert Giffard, St Michael’s is the fourth smallest parish church in the UK, and is, we believe, the highest working church in England. Regular service of sung Evensong here at 6pm in the spring and summer, and occasional services all year round.
Stunning panoramic views - a nice stop if you are traveling from Lydford to Tavistock.
Beautiful views to be seen on The Granite Way cycle path from Lydford to Okehampton
52 locals recommend
Burrator Reservoir
Beautiful views to be seen on The Granite Way cycle path from Lydford to Okehampton
Alder Vineyard
Great vineyard tours, tasty food at cafe
Bude
13 Lansdown RdWith over 730 acres of water, Roadford Lake is a spectacular lake set on the edge of Dartmoor between Okehampton and Launceston offering a wide range of activities both on and off the water. There is plenty to do at this scenic lake including miles of walks, cycle trails, a children's play area and an interactive visitor centre.
https://www.swlakestrust.org.uk/pages/site/activities/category/roadford-lake
7 locals recommend
Lakeside, Roadford Lake
With over 730 acres of water, Roadford Lake is a spectacular lake set on the edge of Dartmoor between Okehampton and Launceston offering a wide range of activities both on and off the water. There is plenty to do at this scenic lake including miles of walks, cycle trails, a children's play area and an interactive visitor centre.
https://www.swlakestrust.org.uk/pages/site/activities/category/roadford-lake
The remains of the largest castle in Devon, in an outstandingly picturesque setting on a wooded spur above the rushing River Okement.
Begun soon after the Norman Conquest as a motte and bailey castle with a stone keep, it was converted into a sumptuous residence in the 14th century by Hugh Courtenay, Earl of Devon ,much of whose work survives. After the last Courtenay owner fell foul of Henry VIII in 1538, it declined into an allegedly haunted ruin.
Okehampton Castle is set within extensive grounds that encompass three fields, woodland and a river. There is a woodland walk with a self-guided walk leaflet available, as well as much interesting wildlife to spot (including birds of prey, hedgehogs, butterflies, lizards, grass snakes, foxes and deer).
https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/okehampton
27 locals recommend
Okehampton Castle
Castle LaneThe remains of the largest castle in Devon, in an outstandingly picturesque setting on a wooded spur above the rushing River Okement.
Begun soon after the Norman Conquest as a motte and bailey castle with a stone keep, it was converted into a sumptuous residence in the 14th century by Hugh Courtenay, Earl of Devon ,much of whose work survives. After the last Courtenay owner fell foul of Henry VIII in 1538, it declined into an allegedly haunted ruin.
Okehampton Castle is set within extensive grounds that encompass three fields, woodland and a river. There is a woodland walk with a self-guided walk leaflet available, as well as much interesting wildlife to spot (including birds of prey, hedgehogs, butterflies, lizards, grass snakes, foxes and deer).
https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/okehampton
Morwellham Quay
https://www.morwellham-quay.co.uk/
Meldon Viaduct
Beautiful views to be seen along The Granite Way cycle and walking track
Shopping and train station
Okehampton has a Waitrose, LIDL, Costcutter & Co Op if you want to get some food shopping in.
Okehampton railway station links to Exeter.
33 locals recommend
Okehampton
Okehampton has a Waitrose, LIDL, Costcutter & Co Op if you want to get some food shopping in.
Okehampton railway station links to Exeter.
Food Scene
The Castle Inn
Super Cosy local village pub with great food.
Fantastic food, Michelin Star chef. Gorgeous garden out the back.
21 locals recommend
The Dartmoor Inn
Fantastic food, Michelin Star chef. Gorgeous garden out the back.
Great food, cosy pub inside , large outdoor area which is lovely to sit out in sun by the stream
9 locals recommend
Bearslake Inn
LakeGreat food, cosy pub inside , large outdoor area which is lovely to sit out in sun by the stream
Great little local shop selling pastries, bread, cakes, meat and the best large pasties around!
8 locals recommend
Lydford Farm Shop
A386Great little local shop selling pastries, bread, cakes, meat and the best large pasties around!