Attractions in Drewsteignton & Things to Do in Drewsteignton
(and nearby)

Castle Drogo (1 Mile)*
Combine a drive through beautiful Dartmoor National Park with a visit to the wonderful stately home of Castle Drogo.
Canonteign Falls (7 Miles)*
Reputed to be the highest waterfall in England, Cannonteign Falls cascade down massive rock formations through wonderful path-strewn ancient woodlands where you might glimpse a deer amongst other abundant wildlife.
Okehampton Castle (10 Miles)*
Okehampton Castle was the Medieval home of the Earls of Devon, it is one of the country's most romantic ruins in a stunning setting on the foothills of Dartmoor.
Exeter's Quay House Visitor Centre (11 Miles)*
The history and development of Exeter's Quayside is brought to life with lively displays, illustrations and artefacts.
Exeter Cathedral (11 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.
Ugbrooke Park (11 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's Underground Passages (11 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.
Newton Abbot Racecourse (13 Miles)*
Newton Abbot Racecourse - the leading summer racecourse in the UK. It is therefore a showcase for the industry and aims to provide quality competitive National Hunt racing to a wide audience.
Topsham Museum (14 Miles)*
Topsham Museum is housed in one of a group of late 17th Century Buildings overlooking the Exe Estuary.
Powderham Castle (14 Miles)*
Take time to enjoy a visit to Powderham Castle. Entertaining guided tours of this magnificent 600year old Castle - home to the 18th Earl of Devon - reveals secret doors, stunning castle rooms, amazing architecture and intriguing stories.
Lydford Gorge (14 Miles)*
Lyford Gorge is a beautiful natural attraction and is in fact the deepest gorge in the southwest of England. It runs for 2.5km (1.5 miles) along the River Lyd providing beautiful walks.
Killerton House (15 Miles)*
From a historic costume exhibition to Victorian plant collections, there is something to please most enthusiasts at the lovely Killerton House which is set amidst rolling Devonshire hills.
Pennywell Farm and Wildlife Centre (15 Miles)*
Treat your family to the very best with a full day of hands on animal action at Pennywell Farm.
Dawlish Museum (15 Miles)*
Knowle House was built as a gentleman's residence in 1805. It now houses various collections donated by the people of Dawlish.
A La Ronde (16 Miles)*
The National Trust property of A la Ronde is the perfect day out for those who like something a little unusual in terms of interior design and appreciate a family history.
Berry Pomeroy Castle (17 Miles)*
This former home of the Pomeroy and Seymour families, in a beautiful woodland setting, is shrouded in sinister folklore and legend.
Compton Castle (17 Miles)*
This magical fortified house, one of the few to survive so unaltered, was built at three periods 1340, 1450, 1520 by the Gilbert family.
Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon Life (18 Miles)*
Explore the museum's large, outstanding collections and trace the fascinating history of Mid Devon.
Totnes Castle (18 Miles)*
Totnes Castle is a unique treasure in an area rich with character and history. It is one of the best surviving examples of a Norman motte and bailey castle.
Babbacombe Model Village (18 Miles)*
Step into a world of miniature marvels!Bring back those magical childhood memories as you explore a quaint and quirky representation of England through five decades at Babbacombe Model Village.
Totnes Guildhall (18 Miles)*
In 1206 King John granted a charter to Totnes making it a free town. It could then draw up its own laws. The merchants also obtained permission to set up their own Guild, which by the middle of the 13th century had 120 members.
Tiverton Castle (19 Miles)*
Few buildings evoke such an immediate feeling of history as Tiverton Castle. Now some 900 years old, it was enlarged and rebuilt during the 14th Century.
Knightshayes Court (20 Miles)*
They say that every cloud has a silver lining. In the case of the Heathcote-Amory family, it was the hounding of lace-maker, John Heathcote.
Dartmouth Steam Railway & River Boat Company (20 Miles)*
Dartmouth Steam Railway and River Boat Company operate a range of services crossing the stunning south Devon countryside and coastline providing the ultimate opportunity to explore this vast area of outstanding natural beauty.
Fairlynch Museum (20 Miles)*
Fairlynch Museum is one of very few thatched museums in existence and is a typical example of a "Marine Cottage Orne".
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.



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