WHY DEVON ?
Well, Obviously you have to come to Devon to stay at the Globe. But whilst you are here you could take advantage of the fabulous scenery, vast range of outdoor activities, wonderful cultural and historic aspects, so much to do and see. Walking, shooting, hunting, fishing OR shopping. Visit the delightful selection of individual shops in Chagford or take a short trip to Exeter . Capital city of Devon , steeped in history with a brand new charm. Take a canoe trip down the river and have lunch at one of the historic pubs along the banks. Devon or to be more precise Chagford is the place to be.
ACTIVITIES ON DARTMOOR .
Canoeing on Dartmoor. Dartmoor offers some fantastic canoeing and white water rafting opportunities. The River Dart, graded as among the best mid grade white water runs. See dartmoornationalpark canoeing guidelines.
Rock-Climbing.
The granite Tors offer interesting and demanding climbs for all abilities. See Dartmoor National Park Climbing Booklet
Cycling.
Safe, traffic free trails, quiet forest tracks, steep rugged off-road routes or historic country lanes. Something for everyone. SeeDartmoorNational Park Cycling.
Golf.
With over half a dozen quality golf courses Dartmoor offers a wide range of golfing experiences. Whether you are a novice or a professional you will find terrain to challenge you. Set on or close to Dartmoor many courses enjoy fantastic moorland scenery, the sound of birdsong and scent of gorse flower on the breeze. Courses available at Moretonhampstead, Teign Valley, Wrangton and Tavistock with 2 courses.
Dartmoor Letterboxing.
A challenge to find cunningly concealed boxes using clues supplied on sheets or in books. A favourite pastime on Dartmoor started in 1854 and now giving thousands of letterboxes to find. Each letterbox has a guest book and you will be amazed at the global interest recorded. See
www.plympton.info/dartmoor/dartwher.html
Walking.
Guided walks or independent routes. Create your own walk, or follow one of the many planned routes in leaflets and books lasting from an hour to a full day. You can also join one of the many DartmoorNational Park Authority walks led by a guide with a wealth of local knowledge see
Dartmoor National Park Guided Walks Walking for all age groups and abilities.
Fly-Fishing.
Find wild fish in wild places! Mike Maslin will show you where, when and how if required. Numerous courses for all skill levels from this Devonian expert. You could hook up with a wild brown trout, sea trout or even a salmon on the East or West Dart or Cherry Brook, to name but a few. Pike fishing is available at both Tootiford and Trenchford reservoirs. On Dartmoor, forget graceful casts - fly-fishing here is all about stealth and practicality! Look at www.moorfishing.co.uk Day tickets are available on the Duchy of Cornwall (01822 890205) waters from various locations in and around the Moor.
Horse-riding.
Beginners and more experienced horse riders all agree that riding across Dartmoor is hard to beat. You can ride out on the open moor - provided it's common land, trot along woodland trails and bridleways, or historic byways linking towns and villages. Look at
www.dartmoorstables.com www.dartmoorstables.com
Hawking and Falconry.
Something to enjoy for all the family.DartmoorHawkingSchool of Falconry is one of the few private Falconry centres in the country. We are not open to the public so devote all our time to our clients to give one of the most interactive and personal experiences with birds of prey available. Look at www.dartmoorhawking.co.uk
Carriage Driving.
Experience the art of driving a horse-drawn carriage. You will have a chance to drive singles, pairs, and for those more experienced there may be tandem, team, or unicorn! For the beginner there are quiet sensible cobs that will give you the confidence you want. For the more experienced, there are ponies full of spirit that will give you a real buzz as they tackle the demanding hills on Dartmoor. Look at www.dartmoordriving.btinternet.co.uk
Llama Walks.
This is walking with a difference. You walk with your own Llama, who sportingly carries your backpack for you! Llamas make ideal walking companions as they are calm and gentle animals as well as being alert and intelligent. They will gladly allow you to give up your backpack Visit www.dartmoorllamawalks.co.uk
Walks
John Risdon's Guided walks -see walking page
Mapped walks directly out from the hotel
Guided walks on the Moors by National Park Rangers
Lydford Gorge, Okehampton
Fishing
Fly fishing on the River Dart - see fishing page
Tuition and gillie services available
Riding
Shilstone Rocks, Widecombe in the Moor. Tel: 01364 621281
Golf
Tavistock Golf Club, Tavistock 18 hole. www.tavistockgolfclub.org.uk
01822 612049
Hurdwick Golf Course & Club, Nr Tavistock 18 hole. www.hurdwick.co.uk 01822 612746
WolleighGolf Club & DrivingRange, Bovey Tracey 9 hole. www.wolleighgc.co.uk
01626 836464
HelePark Golf Centre, Newton Abbot 9 hole. www.heleparkgolf.co.uk
01626 336060
BoveyCastle, Nr Moretonhampstead 18 hole. www.boveycastle.com/golf
01647 445016
ClayPigeonShooting
NewnhamPark Shooting Ground, Plympton. www.newnham.co.uk
01752 348066
Ashcombe Adventure, Nr Dawlish. www.ashcombeadventure.co.uk
01626 866766
Gardens
The Garden House, Buckland Monachorum
The Eden Project, St Austell
Rosemoor, Great Torrington
Lost Gardens of Heligan, St. Austell
Pencarrow, Bodmin
Coleton Fishacre, Kingswear
National Trust Properties and Other Houses
Castle Drogo, Drewsteignton
Buckland Abbey, Buckland
Saltram House, Plymouth
Cotehele, St. Dominic
Antony, Torpoint
Mount Edgecumbe, Cremyll, Torpoint
General Interest
Buckfast Abbey, Buckfast
Barbican Glassworks, Plymouth
Dartington Crystal Visitor Centre, Gt. Torrington
Devon Guild of Craftsmen Craft Centre, Bovey Tracey
Mythic Garden & Sculpture Exhibition, Chagford
National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth
Yelverton Paperweight Centre, Yelverton
Various Steam Railways and River Trips
Morwellham Quay
Dartington Hall & Dartington Cider Press Centre, Dartington
Don't hesitate to let us know if you need further information or wish to make a reservation . Telephone:01647 433485
The Globe Inn 9 High Street, Chagford, Devon, TQ13 8AJ |
