Dartmoor View Holiday Park is in an unforgettable location on the fringes of beguiling Dartmoor National Park. Just down the road from the thriving city of Exeter and an easy 15 minute drive to the nearby town of Okehampton it is a moorland location with plenty to discover. Knocking on your door is the National Trust’s Castle Drogo, the last castle built in Britain! It’s a feast for the eyes complete with blooming gardens and scenic trails meandering along the Teign Gorge. But the real showstopper here is the Dartmoor National Park. Wander into the wilderness on walks long and short. Mooch around buzzing towns and picture postcard villages or try out new outdoor activities such as letterboxing or geocaching. Pack up your sense of adventure and start exploring!
Pubs near Dartmoor View Holiday Park
Can’t resist the charm of a classic Devon pub? Then take a cheerful stroll to our nearest pub, The Post Inn, just a gentle 15-minute walk away. There, you can feast on delicious grub, sip on your favourite brew, and merrily wobble back to your holiday home. With its warm, family-run atmosphere and dog-friendly bar area, you’ll be calling it your ‘local’ in no time! For a Dartmoor pub experience with a quirky twist, take the scenic drive to the Dartmoor Inn at Merrivale. Here, you’ll find mouthwatering local meats and fish, sizzling away on their fiery open ox grill.
Supermarkets near Dartmoor View Holiday Park
A super handy Morrisons convenience store can be found just around the corner from Dartmoor View Holiday park but if you’re planning a major food shopping spree, Okehampton is your go-to place. You’ll find a bunch of big-name supermarkets there, even a Waitrose! So, get ready to load up your basket with all those posh picnic goodies!
Dartmoor View Walks
Lace up your walking boots and grab your thermos because Dartmoor National Park and the surrounding areas are a walkers’ paradise! If you are a master of the map and compass, plot your own route and walk for miles without seeing a soul. Or take one of the popular trails and hop across rivers on well trodden stepping stones, scale ancient tors and visit the sites of ghostly hauntings and legendary, mysterious happenings. The Drake’s trail is a 21 mile cycling and walking route which tracks the western edge of Dartmoor and can be linked with the Granite Way at Okehampton. Most of it is off-road, tracing an old railway line so it’s as flat as a pancake, making it perfect for a leisurely stroll or a two-wheel adventure.
Dartmoor Ponies
If you’re planning a trip to Dartmoor, get ready to meet the locals – the Dartmoor ponies! These charming creatures have been prancing around these parts for centuries and there’s nothing quite like the sight of a herd, casually munching away at sunset with a spectacular backdrop. There are about 1500 ponies, tough as nails, but with the chill vibe of a zen yoga master. You will often spot them, whether you’re cruising by car or strolling on foot. These friendly furry faces add a sprinkle of joy to any Dartmoor visit.
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