Canonteign Falls

Canonteign Falls, in the beautiful Teign Valley near Exeter, was the home of the first Lord Exmouth, Vice Admiral of England, a title he shared with Lord Nelson.

Reputed to be the highest waterfall in England, Canonteign Falls cascades down massive rock formations. Three colour coded walks, according to fitness levels, ensure you will see and enjoy all that we have to offer at Canonteign.

We have seven interconnecting lakes where the visitor will see an abundance of wildlife. Grassy meadows provide a perfect habitat for irises, orchids and other wildflowers.

Cafe supplying home cooked and locally scourced foods. Gift shop selling locally made crafts. Some areas are accessible to disabled persons.

Schools and groups are welcome.

Dogs welcome on leads.
Opening Times
(2011 times)
Open 12th March - 31st October 2011.

Directions
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Canonteign Falls Postcode for SatNav: EX6 7NT

Nearby Attractions
Ugbrooke Park (4 Miles)*
A warm welcome awaits you at Ugbrooke Park, home of the Lords Clifford of Chudleigh for three hundred years and the present Clifford family's private home.
Exeter Cathedral (7 Miles)*
Exeter Cathedral is one of England's most beautiful Medieval cathedrals and represents one of the finest examples of Decorated Gothic architecture in the country.
Exeter's Underground Passages (7 Miles)*
A guided tour of Exeter's Underground Passages is a memorable event - narrow, dark, interesting and exciting. These are the only passages of this kind open to the public in Britain.
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Nearby Hotels
Best Western Lord Haldon Hotel (3 Miles)*
This country-house hotel is in beautiful countryside near Exeter. It has free parking, free Wi-Fi and a restaurant offering good food made with fresh, local ingredients.
Coombe Cross Hotel (4 Miles)*
The Coombe Cross is a comfortable country house hotel with spectacular views of Dartmoor National Park, in a good area for walking, riding and golfing.
Exeter Court Hotel (4 Miles)*
Just 15 minutes' drive from Exeter International Airport, The Exeter Court Hotel offers modern rooms with spacious en suite facilities. With free on-site parking, there is also a traditional restaurant.
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Nearby Self Catering
Corn Cottage and Cobb Cottage (1 Mile)*
For those wanting a complete 'get away from it all' holiday this will suit. Off the beaten track, these two delightful 300 year old terraced stone barn conversion cottages are set in the heart of rural living.
The Granary (4 Miles)*
A new luxury converted detached stone barn within the grounds of a former farm with views across surrounding countryside. Situated on the edge of Haldon Forest and 5 miles from the beaches of Teignmouth and Shaldon.
Lower Towsington Cottage (6 Miles)*
This beautifully renovated, 300-year-old, thatched, detached cottage is situated on the owner's 25-acre organic conversion smallholding, on the edge of Exminster.
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