Towering cliffs, coves and a wooded valley within Exmoor National Park
Heddon Valley, set in the West Exmoor coast, was the favourite landscape of the Romantic Poets including Wordsworth and Coleridge.
When you arrive, why not follow the deep, lush wooded river valley down to the sea at Heddon's Mouth beach – a great walk for all the family. Or explore further east to Woody Bay, a quiet and wooded cove with spectacular views over the Bristol Channel. To the west, the Hangman Hills boast towering sea cliffs and beautiful moorland scenery, offering energetic walking and wonderful views over Combe Martin.
As well as spectacular coastal and woodland walks, there is also a pantry (selling hot drinks and ice creams), car park and toilets in Heddon Valley itself.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/heddon-valley
Heddon Valley Near Parracombe EX31 4PY
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Discovery, tranquillity and history – an ancient gem in the Tavy Valley landscape.
The cider house and main abbey gardens and the estate walks at Buckland Abbey are open; you’ll need to book tickets online or by calling 0344 249 1895 by 3pm the day before your visit. Members can book for free, while non-members will need to pay when booking. We'll be releasing tickets every Friday. Please note we’ll be turning people away who arrive and haven't booked. We're looking forward to welcoming you back.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/buckland-abbey
Buckland Abbey Buckland Monachorum, Yelverton PL20 6EY
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Intriguing Regency house and impressive collection of horse-drawn vehicles, set in a picturesque garden
The car park, Victorian flower garden, grounds and toilets at Arlington Court are now open. You’ll need to book tickets by 3pm the day before your visit. Members can book for free, while non-members will need to pay when booking. We'll be releasing tickets every Friday. Please note we’ll be turning people away who arrive and haven't booked. We're looking forward to welcoming you back.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/arlington-court-and-the-national-trust-carriage-museum
Arlington Court Arlington, nr Barnstaple EX31 4LP
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Explore Seaton Wetlands and enjoy beautiful marshland and reedbeds alongside the River Axe. There are five bird hides and nearly 4km of level trails and boardwalks suitable for wheelchair, bike and pushchairs. A countryside haven, home to an abundance of wildlife.
Seaton Wetlands is made up of four main sites: Seaton Marshes, Black Hole Marsh, Colyford Common and Stafford Marsh.
Seaton Wetlands Seaton EX12 2SP
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It’s a pleasure to welcome you to Powderham, our magical family home at the heart of Devon.
The Castle is a remarkable place, with centuries of stories that we are excited to share with our community and guests from near and far.
Please take time to look over our website; we hope at some point you can visit in person.
We much appreciate your interest and support, as we begin a new chapter in Powderham’s long and varied history.
The Grounds will be closed from 5th June whilst we undertake some exciting building works. We hope to re-open fully from Sunday 25th July.
Powderham Castle Kenton, Exeter EX6 8JQ
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The deepest river gorge in the South West, with 30m high waterfall.
The waterfall car park, circular walking trail to Whitelady Waterfall, tea-room and toilets are open. You’ll need to book tickets online or by calling 0344 249 1895 by 3pm the day before your visit. Members can book for free, while non-members will need to pay when booking. We'll be releasing tickets every Friday. Please note we’ll be turning people away who arrive and haven't booked. The Devil's Cauldron car park, Devil's Cauldron and full Lydford Gorge walking trails, shop and Devil's Cauldron tea-room remain closed until further notice. We look forward to welcoming you back.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lydford-gorge
Lydford Gorge Lydford, near Tavistock EX20 4BH
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Nothing is normal. Dramatic castle overlooking the Teign Gorge, undergoing a conservation project to make it watertight.
The formal garden and toilets are open. You’ll need to book tickets online or by calling 0344 249 1895 by 3pm the day before your visit. Members can book for free, while non-members will need to pay when booking. We'll be releasing tickets every Friday. Please note we’ll be turning people away who arrive and haven't booked. We're looking forward to welcoming you back.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/castle-drogo
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Devon County Council - Historic Environment Overlooking the Taw Valley, at the northern end of Heywood Wood, stand the remains of an early medieval motte and bailey castle. Motte and bailey castles are medieval fortifications introduced into Britain by the Normans. This type of castle was made up of an artificial mound, or motte, on which was built a wooden or stone structure known as a keep. Next to this at least one bailey, a fortified embanked enclosure containing additional buildings, would be built. Although many were occupied for only a short period of time, motte and bailey castles continued to be built and occupied from the 11th to the 13th centuries, after which they were superseded by other types of castle.
https://www.devon.gov.uk/historicenvironment/explore-devons-heritage/heywood-castle-eggesford/
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A Devon Wildlife Trust Nature Reserve
This small but wildlife rich meadow provides commanding views across the city.
About the reserve
Whitycombe Valley Park is one of six Exeter Valley Parks managed by Devon Wildlife Trust.
At just one hectare, this small site is worth a visit to see some pristine meadow and a seldom seen view of the city.
https://www.devonwildlifetrust.org/nature-reserves/whitycombe-valley-park
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A Devon Wildlife Trust Nature Reserve
A surprise awaits you in the Redhills part of Exeter. Barley Valley Park allows you to explore 11 hectares of pretty rolling hills and tranquil walks in the setting of a local nature reserve.
About the reserve
Barley Valley Park is one of six Exeter Valley Parks managed by Devon Wildlife Trust.
This western ridge line of the city has splendid rural valleys and offers excellent views of the city.
Barley Valley Park has a patchwork of woods and meadows for you to explore. A network of footpaths and bridleways lead to and from the Valley Park allowing you to extend your visit and explore the farmland fringes of Exeter.
Directions
There are several entrances into Barley Valley Local Nature Reserve that can be found off Higher Barley Mount, at the junction of Bowhay Lane Bridleway and Barley Lane and at the end of Antonine Crescent.
Did you know, a German bomber crashed in the reserve during the bombing raid on Exeter in WW2?
https://www.devonwildlifetrust.org/nature-reserves/barley-valley-park
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