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Huntshaw Barton is approximately 10 minutes by car from Great Torrington. This bustling market town is on the River Torridge and built upon a prominent North Devon hill. The town is steeped in history and attracts thousands of visitors. There are many attractions.
Torrington 1646: Step back in time and discover whether you are a Cavalier or Roundhead. Meet costumed 17th century characters who speak in period language. Take a trip behind the battle lines. Learn the secrets of 17th century medicine and their healing properties.
Dartington Glass factory and shop: factory tours, visitor centre, fully licensed restaurant and factory prices.
RHS Rosemoor Garden: Set in 40 acres of beautiful scenery in the Torridge Valley. Gardens for everyone to enjoy. Also visit the gardens at Arlington Court, Hartland Abbey, Marwood Hill, &Tapeley Park
Pannier Market: In Bideford, Barnstaple & Great Torrington
The Plough Arts Centre: Visitors can sample a taste of social and cultural life in North Devon. The evening programme offers films, theatre, dance, music and comedy.
Library
Activities at Torrington:
Fishing, indoor swimming pool, tennis courts, football ground, sports hall and bowling green.
Tarka Trail: (name taken from the classic by Henry Williamson, 'Tarka the Otter'). It forms a 180 mile figure of eight circuit. There is walking for all ages and abilities. Cycles can be hired from Torrington.
There are pubs, fish and chip shop, Chinese take-away and restaurants.
We are in close proximity of Westward Ho! (golden sands)Instow, Bideford, Appledore, Barnstaple, Clovelly and the wild but beautiful moors of Dartmoor and Exmoor. Take a day cruise to Lundy Island & you could see breeding puffins& seabirds, basking sharks & seals.
Use the Devon Holiday Directory over 1400 links to websites.www.devon-holiday.com
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