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Top 10 Things to do in Yelverton, England
Discover the best top things to do in Yelverton, United Kingdom including The Devonport Leat, Buckland Abbey, National Trust, The Garden House, Burrator Reservoir, St Paul's Church, Drake's Leat, River Walkham Valley and Buckland Monachorum, HMP Dartmoor Prison Heritage Centre, The Rock Inn, Cadover Bridge.
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1. The Devonport Leat
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
2. Buckland Abbey, National Trust
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 738 reviews
Enjoying a profound sense of calm and quiet, buried deep in a Devon valley, Buckland Abbey has been a home for hundreds of years. The Cistercian monks who founded this abbey in the later 13th Century led a life of religious contemplation and fruitful toil, working the land and tending their animals. Passed into private hands after Henry VIII's Dissolution of the Monasteries, Buckland Abbey underwent a major conversion to become the grand home of rich and famous seafarers, including Sir Francis Drake. For all that has changed over 750 years, Buckland is a place that has kept its air of peace and tranquility for modern day pilgrims to enjoy.
Reviewed By suej391
Very informative and interesting, full of history and certainly learnt more about Sir Francis Drake, the tithe barn well worth visiting, and most beautiful gardens, with good cafe it makes a very enjoyable day. Found the staff very helpful.
3. The Garden House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 330 reviews
The Garden House is a 10 acre series of garden rooms, each planted differently, for seasonal interest. Visitors love the planting styles, 16th century ruins, bright colours and far reaching views over wild flower meadows. Children can roam free and find hidden corners and explore trails and trees. It is a wonderful place for garden enthusiasts, walkers and family visits. The tea room in the main house is renowned for freshly made treats and light lunches. Plants sold onsite at our well stocked plant centre are often propagated from the garden so you will find interesting and unusual varieties that aren’t commonly available. Plus we have a delightful Old Potting Shed shop stocking crafts, books, locally made produce and gardening gifts.
Reviewed By RachelW788 - London, United Kingdom
A beautiful garden, surprisingly extensive with changing character as you move through the winding paths into walled garden, arboretum, woodland, wild meadow and more. Full of planting interest through the year. A wonderful place to go and get lost in.
4. Burrator Reservoir
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 775 reviews
Undisturbed Burrator is surrounded by mixed woodland which sharply contrasts with the open moor and rugged Dartmoor tors. The reservoir is popular with walkers, cyclists and horse riders due to its wealth of footpaths and bridleways. Many of the trails lead on to Dartmoor so it makes an ideal starting point for longer trips.The circular walk which follows the lanes around the water is ideal for families as it is easy going and flat. It will take between 1.5 - 2 hours to complete and is approximately 3.5 miles. Parking is possible at various locations including the Quarry car park, Norsworthy Bridge and the Dam.Low cost bank fishing for both rainbow and brown trout is available at this scenic water; permits are sold at the garage in Yelverton.Being within Dartmoor National Park we kindly request that you drive and park with consideration to other users and animals.The National Cycle Route 27 runs near to Burrator further information is available on the sustrans websiteIce cream vans visit the dam, Norsworthy Bridge and Sharpitor car park.
Reviewed By TheTimidTater - Plympton, United Kingdom
It's been very wet weather recently, so we didn't dare try to walk on the path closer to the reservoir as it was thick with wet mud. We walked on the road instead and it was a very pleasant walk, the road has very little traffic and a lot of other friendly people doing the same journey. Expect lots of 'hellos' and 'good mornings' as you go. It's a lovely location with great views, if you're walking on the road it's a nice flat walk although it's rather long to do the whole thing. If you're not up to it you can always just do part and turn back around. We parked at the side of the road near the bridge, where most everyone else seemed to be parking too. It wasn't a very busy day so it was easy to find a spot, but I imagine on weekends or holidays it could get very very crowded. There is an actual carpark further down by the old quarry, though if you have mobility issues that might be a bit far to walk. If you continue down the road past the bridge you'll find the information center, there's a car park there (and a toilet, with a small fee to use) and it's also a place you can go walking from that's a bit less busy. The center is also very informative and friendly, I'd advise going down there if you're looking for an easier location to start from. There is also a waterfall down that road on the left that you really must see, with some space to park right beside it.
5. St Paul's Church
6. Drake's Leat
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By F674ARcarolc
Walked along the side of this leat just outside Princetown-Quite a work of engineering but only one of many leats on Dartmoor- one at least passed right through a longhouse kitchen area so the family could access fresh water any time!
7. River Walkham Valley and Buckland Monachorum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By N6041QHdavids - Yelverton, United Kingdom
Buckland offers an excellent pub The Drake Manor that is comfortable and does good food. It also has a beer garden. From Buckland Monachorum there are a number of good walks perhaps the best being a visit to Double Waters where the Walkham meets the Tavy a most picturesque spot. Check out Www.walkingworld and Www.tavistock ramblers for self guided walks that you can download to your phone. To walk along the Walkham valley go down the hill from Horrabridge on the a386 and turn left into a large car park just before the bridge. With the river on your right set off along the foot path when you reach the next bridge walk over it and go left after 50m along another footpath and eventually you will reach Double Waters. Its a lovely walk.
8. HMP Dartmoor Prison Heritage Centre
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 62 reviews
Reviewed By jeanh889
The museum is situated within walking distance from the actual prison. At first we parked in the prison car park and could hear the inmates in the recreational yard. We then realised that the museum car park is located further up the road on the opposite side, so re-parked there. The curator is very informative of past inmates and their crimes. There is a mock-up cell and also shows some of the handmade weapons that inmates have made inside. On show are some of the restraining implements used. There is a film where inmates give their own story of life inside. Well worth a visit.
9. The Rock Inn
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By 479dickied
A proper locals pub, Go in the farmers bar listen to storys of local history with the old farmers. Excellent local ales, Very good freshly cooked local food. Sit outside in the summer very friendly staff.
10. Cadover Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By PuravShah - London, United Kingdom
Part of the National trust, Cadover Bridge boasts some amazing scenic views across. There is a lovely stream of shallow water under the bridge, and easily accessible via road, this place is a perfect picnic spot on a hot sunny day or a great place to start hiking. Amazing views from the place, and if you are with kids, they would love to go and play with the clear waters in the stream. If you are walking around, keep an eye out to view the tiny little waterfalls/independant streams around. If not doing much, as long as you're a responsible tourist, fire up the BBQ and enjoy the views and enjoy the picnic. Make sure you clean up nice, for others to enjoy and keep the national trust site natural.
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