Attractions and Links


Huntshaw Barton is approximately 10 minutes by car from Great Torrington & 15-20 minutes from Barnstaple. Torrington is a 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

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

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 good pubs, fish and chip shops, Chinese & Indian  take-aways 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.


Huntshaw Barton
Huntshaw
Torrington
EX38 7HH
Home: (01805) 625736
Mobile: 07896 646069


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