What to do and see in South Devon, England: The Best Historic Sites

March 17, 2022 Deane Carmody

Discover the best top things to do in South Devon, United Kingdom including Coleton Fishacre, Delamore House, Forge In The Moor, Totnes Guildhall, Kingsbridge Quay, Buckfast Abbey, Overbecks Museum and Garden, Ugbrooke House & Park, Greenway, Exercise Tiger Memorial.
Restaurants in South Devon

1. Coleton Fishacre

Coleton Fishacre Brownstone Road Kingswear, Dartmouth TQ6 0EQ England +44 1803 842382 [email protected] http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/coleton-fishacre
Excellent
83%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 1,786 reviews

Coleton Fishacre

Reviewed By JandAre

Third visit to this beautiful house. The grounds are magnificent and stretch down to the river. Unusual plants everywhere adding so much colour and interest. This is by far my favourite NT property - the warm feel of the house coupled with stunning views and beautifully designed and planted gardens surpass all the others.

2. Delamore House

Delamore Estate, Cornwood, Ivybridge, Dartmoor National Park PL21 9QT England +44 1752 837663 http://www.delamore-art.co.uk/house.php
Excellent
76%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
0%
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 17 reviews

Delamore House

3. Forge In The Moor

The Old Forge, Widecombe in the Moor, Dartmoor National Park TQ13 7TB England +44 1364 621663 [email protected] http://www.forgeinthemoor.co.uk
Excellent
75%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
0%
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0%
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0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 4 reviews

Forge In The Moor

4. Totnes Guildhall

Ramparts Walk, Totnes England +44 1803 862147
Excellent
56%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 82 reviews

Totnes Guildhall

Reviewed By 695lynnp - Cincinnati, United States

Stumbled across this place behind St. Mary's church. A gentlemen who appeared to be "on duty" was eager to share with us the history of the town guild hall, which contains a listing of all the mayors, including the current mayor dressed in formal mayoral garb. Also a mantrap (!) and cell in which criminals were held. The hall itself is small. Worth a quick stop to see and hear a bit of English history before returning to walking the steep HIgh Street of Totnes with its charming shops.

5. Kingsbridge Quay

Kingsbridge England
Excellent
57%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 136 reviews

Kingsbridge Quay

Reviewed By idcus

Great place to visit, for a walk along the quay of visiting the shops in the town up the hill to the church. Will visit again

6. Buckfast Abbey

Buckfastleigh, Dartmoor National Park TQ11 0EE England +44 1364 645500 [email protected] http://www.buckfast.org.uk/
Excellent
63%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,466 reviews

Buckfast Abbey

We are delighted to be partially re-opening from Monday, 26th April 2021 and fully re-opening from 17th May, (subject to Government guidelines.) Our Gift Shop will be open during our partial re-opening and our Grange Tea Rooms will be open for a takeaway service. Toilets will also be open. During this period, our opening times will be 10am - 4pm Monday to Saturday and 11.30am to 4pm Sundays. The Abbey Church, Bookshop and Monastic Shop will remain closed during the partial re-opening time. We look forward to welcoming you and assure you that Covid safety measures are in place.

Reviewed By stormbringer55 - St. Albans, United Kingdom

What a lovely place . The air of tranquillity is amazing ,as is the Devon cream tea. Great visitor centre and good shops and a nice little Methodist chapel ,free parking and entry all go to make this a great place to visit . Just down the road from the steam railway another great place to visit.

7. Overbecks Museum and Garden

Overbecks Sharpitor, Salcombe TQ8 8LW England +44 1548 842893 [email protected] http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/overbecks
Excellent
48%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 660 reviews

Overbecks Museum and Garden

Reviewed By sookeico1 - Etchingham, United Kingdom

Long winding road to get there, but well worth the trip. Immaculately kept gardens with some wonderful views from high up over the water. Lots of interesting plants and some great nooks and corners to explore. No cafe/drinks available at present, but still a good experience.

8. Ugbrooke House & Park

Dartmoor National Park, Chudleigh TQ13 0AD England +44 1626 852179 http://www.ugbrooke.co.uk/
Excellent
74%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 65 reviews

Ugbrooke House & Park

Reviewed By tinabC4921NI - Chudleigh, United Kingdom

It is only open certain times throughout the summer but it is well worth a visit. Interesting history to the hoyse. Lovely gardens and delicious teas

9. Greenway

Greenway Road Galmpton, Greenway, Dartmouth TQ5 0ES England +44 1803 842382 [email protected] http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/greenway
Excellent
66%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2,002 reviews

Greenway

Take this extraordinary glimpse into the beloved holiday home of the famous and much-loved author Agatha Christie and her family.The relaxed and atmospheric house is set in the 1950s, and contains many of the family's collections, including archaeology, Tunbridgeware, silver, botanical china and books. Outside you can explore the large and romantic woodland garden, with a restored vinery, wild edges and rare plantings, which drifts down the hillside towards the sparkling Dart estuary.

Reviewed By JaneP855 - Northampton, United Kingdom

Took the ferry from Dartmouth to Greenway and walked up the steep wooded walkway to the house. Wether you are an Agatha Christie fan or not this ‘loveliest spot in the world’ as she saw certainly comes close. The National Trust have beautifully presented this place with a tastefully underplayed cafe and shop surrounded by sublime gardens and in an amazing setting overlooking the stunning River Dart nestles this White House stacked full of Agatha Christie and her family who clearly loved this place and and had very happy times here, it oozes through every twist and delightful turn as you experience this gem.

10. Exercise Tiger Memorial

Slapton, Kingsbridge England http://www.exercisetigermemorial.co.uk/
Excellent
62%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 50 reviews

Exercise Tiger Memorial

Reviewed By CornishCritter - Cornwall, United Kingdom

The Sherman which was recovered from the sea nearby has been restored and preserved to provide a reminder of Exercise Tiger and to ensure that we remember those brave men of all sides who fought and died for their flag and cause.

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