Widecombe in the Moor, Devon, Visitor & Tourism Guide
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National Park: Dartmoor
Nearby AONBs: South Devon, Tamar Valley, East Devon, Cornwall
City/Towns/Villages: Exeter, Plymouth, Buckland in the Moor, Ashburton, Buckfastleigh, Manaton, Lustleigh, Postbridge, Bovey Tracey, Moretonhampstead, Dartmeet, Postbridge
'Cathedral of the Moor'
Arguably the most famous village in Dartmoor National Park, Widecombe-in-the-Moor is dominated by its church tower, known locally as the 'Cathedral of the Moor'. The village offers great access to the central and eastern sections of the Park and is close to many of Dartmoor's most famous tors. Clearly, it's a great place from which to walk.
Located in a valley that runs along the side of Hamel Down, we'd recommend heading west on foot from one of the car parks in the centre of the village to join the Two Moors Way as it follows the spine of Hamel Down. The views are massive.
Famous for its September fair which dates from the mid nineteenth century, there's a good pub, shops and cafes in which to eat and drink. It's possible to visit The National Trust's Sextons Cottage and Church House. Visiting the church is a must.
Dramatic tors
Surrounded by some of the most dramtic tors in the National Park, we'd recommend walking to Bonehill Rocks and Chinkwell Tor, Hound Tor (East Dartmoor) and, most well known, Haytor Rocks.
Further afield
Given Widecombe-in-the-Moor's location, it's a reasonably short drive to both The English Riviera and South Devon. The A38 offers fast access to both Exeter and Plymouth. We'd also recommend visiting Totnes as well.
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Located in Widecombe in the Moor, Devon, South West England, England Less than a mile away. |
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Located in Widecombe in the Moor, Devon, South West England, England Less than a mile away. Across the road from Widecombe St Pancras Church and the National Trust's Sextons Cottage and Church House, The Old Inn is in the heart of what is arguably Dartmoor National Park's most well known village. Widecombe in t... |
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Located in Widecombe in the Moor, Devon, South West England, England Less than a mile away. The 'Cathedral of the Moor', Widecombe St Pancras Church is a large and impressive building in the centre of the popular moorland village Widecombe in the Moor in the eastern section of Dartmoor National Park. The church... |
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 Approximately 3.9 miles away. Total Rooms: 25; Rates: £95 - £140 Per Night Nestled amid 10 acres of private grounds, on the southern slopes of Dartmoor National Park, this family-run hotel provides the ideal base from which to explore the natural beauty of South Devon... |
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 Approximately 4.0 miles away. Rates: £519 - £1,034 Per Week Furnished in period style this detached country house boasts the spacious elegance of a bygone era as well as superb views towards Buckfast Abbey from its elevated position within Dartmoor National Park. Ashburton (1 mil... |
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Approximately 4.2 miles away. Rates: £505 - £1,034 Per Week Set in a pretty moorland village 2 miles from Haytor Rock this imaginatively converted ancient stone barn offers very comfortable spacious accommodation. Enjoying stunning views over an unspoilt valley it is only 3 minut... |
