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2 WELCOME                                                                                                     WELCOME 3

                                                                                             See & do / 6

                                                                                             Explore / 26

                                                                                             What's on / 30
  Totnes                                                                  The Plains

                                                                          Totnes Museum      Shopping / 36
 Welcome to Totnes
 Nestled between moorland and sea and surrounded by                                          Food & drink / 42
 beautiful countryside, Totnes is a captivating, historical
 market town on the River Dart. Dating back to 907 AD,
 this quirky town is dotted with impressive Norman, Tudor                                    Where to stay / 48
 and Elizabethan architecture and has a high street full of
 independent shops and eateries.

                                                                                             Getting here / 66
 The river provides a stunning backdrop for short walks,
 waterside eating, kayaking and canoeing, and the whole area
 is a paradise for cyclists and those who want to get outdoors.
 There are also many interesting attractions in and around the
 town with animals, steam trains, museums, castles, cinemas,
 a vineyard and more.

 Every week the town bustles with lively, local traders selling
 crafts, gifts and food at the Friday and Saturday Markets, the
 monthly Sunday Food Market and weekly Elizabethan Market
 (every Tuesday May - September). Regular, seasonal indoor
 markets will take place in the Civic Hall as well - see website
 for more details.

 With a wide variety of places to stay from thatched inns to
 dog friendly cottages, historic hotels to contemporary lodges,
 you’ll be sure to find your little piece of heaven in Devon, and
 with a lively programme of annual events you can tie some
 orange racing, raft racing, partying or pride into your holiday*.

 Only 3 hours direct from London and Birmingham and
 2 hours from Bristol by train, Totnes is closer than you think.

                                                                          Waterside Bistro
                            * All events are subject to change.
                              Please check our website nearer the time.                                       @visittotnes
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                        The beautiful town of Totnes
                        - basically like Austin, Texas
                        meets Santa Barbara’s State
                        Street except instead of the
                        beach we have the River Dart
    Check out           and a castle, not to mention
    our website         the lovely rolling hills of the
                        Devon countryside! If you
                        ever get a chance, I highly
                        recommend a trip here.
                         Naomi Chowdhury @RoamingNaomi
    visittotnes.co.uk

                                                          @visittotnes
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                                                                                                                                  Paignton Zoo
    Things to See & Do
    Whether you’re here to relax or be active and whatever your
    interests we are truly spoilt for choice here in Totnes, with a wide
    range of activities and attractions in the area from canoeing the
    River Dart to animal cuddles and everything in between.

                  Sharpham Wine    South Devon Railway

    Memorable Moments
    For those romantic experiences and lasting memories
    we can offer everything from a relaxing journey on a
    heritage steam train to sipping wine on the land where                 Animal antics
    it’s produced.                                                         From sheep on a farm to giraffe at the zoo, beautiful
                                                                           butterflies to playful otters, if you’re visiting with little ones or
    At South Devon Railway, sit back and soak up the                       passionate about animals we have many popular attractions
    countryside on a ride from Totnes Riverside to                         in the area to keep you amused.
    Buckfastleigh via Staverton and feel like 'The Railway
    Children' at the charming, heritage stations. Look out for
    their special Dining Trains where you can enjoy a Sunday               With over 2,500 animals across 80 acres you are in for a
    Roast or Afternoon Tea on board.                                       really wild time at Paignton Zoo. Located just 15 minutes
                                                                           drive from Totnes, it’s a place to roam, discover and get
    Visit China Blue to paint your own ceramics, create a                  in touch with your inner animal where you’ll find all your
    hand or foot plaque or try your hand at pot throwing. All              favourite species, big and small.
    beautiful souvenirs from your stay here.
                                                                           The Rare Breeds Farm is a short walk from town but will feel a
    With the Dartmouth Steam Railway Company you can                       million miles away in its tranquil location across the line from
    arrive in Totnes in style with a 90 minute river cruise from           Riverside Station, where you can cuddle, feed or just view the
    Dartmouth offering beautiful views of Agatha Christie’s                animals and enjoy food and drink at the beautiful garden cafe.
    Greenway Estate, local villages and Sharpham Estate
    along the way. Add on a steam train and bus for the
    complete Round Robin tour taking in Paignton as well.                                                       Don’t forget Pennywell
                                                                                                                Farm, Otters & Butterflies
    Visit Sharpham Cheese & Wine to soak up panoramic                                                           and the stunning Deer
    views of the river and area surrounding Totnes, and find                                                    Park at Dartington Hall as
    out about their award winning wine and cheese in a mini                                                     well, all a short distance
    tasting or in depth tour.                                                                                   from Totnes.
                                                                           Deer Park
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  The Guildhall
                                                                            Totnes Cinema   The Barn Cinema
  Historical Havens
  When you visit Totnes         the High Street, a perfect    Sit back and enjoy the film
  always remember to            example of a house            If you fancy escaping this time or place for a few hours
  ‘look up’ and ‘explore’ to    from this era which also      you can catch an independent, world or mainstream
  ensure you don’t miss the     boasts a medieval kitchen,    movie at the 15th century Barn Cinema at Dartington Hall
  impressive architecture       Jacobean furniture,           or retro Totnes Cinema on the High Street.
  and hidden gems.              Victorian pharmacy and
  The Guildhall (Easter -       many more historical
  October) is tucked behind     delights. Further up the      Transition Town
  the High Street down a        High Street don’t miss        If you’re interested in Totnes as
  quaint cobbled street.        the Fashion & Textiles        a Transition Town you can join
  Built in 1553 on the ruins    Museum at Bogan House,        a tour on selected dates from
  of a medieval priory, this    one of the best preserved     April to October, offering a fun
  fascinating building has      late medieval merchant’s      and interactive introduction to
  seen prisoners, mayors        houses featuring costume      the movement. Visit some of
  and soldiers walk through     exhibitions from years        the environmental, social and
  its doors. Follow in their    past. Both museums            economic projects and gain an
  footsteps today for free -    are seasonal.                 insight into how communities can
  donations welcome.                                          work together to tackle some of the
  You can also walk             Also visit the 15th century   biggest challenges from climate
  the same path as an           St. Mary’s Church with        change to energy shortages.            Transition Walk

  Elizabethan merchant at       its sandstone facade and
  Totnes Museum which           many historical features -
  takes pride of place on       open daily, free to visit.                               Be immersed in nature
                                                                                         The Sharpham Trust offers
                                                                                         mindful retreats at 3 venues on
    A view fit for a king                                                                their 550-acre estate beside
    Don’t miss Totnes Castle which keeps watch                                           the River Dart near Totnes. You
    over the town centre with sweeping views of the                                      can stay full board in Sharpham
    surrounding countryside, or the ruins of Berry Pomeroy                               House, a Grade I listed Georgian
    Castle which rest amid impressive woodland in a                                      villa, live in community, working
    neighbouring village. These English Heritage sites are                               on the land at The Barn Retreat
    free to members and offer another glimpse into the                                   Centre, or camp in woodland,
    area’s varied history.                                                               using mindful awareness to
                                                                       Sharpham Estate
                                                                                         connect to nature.

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   Historical town trail
  Through cobbled streets and hidden
  alleyways, take this walk to discover some
  of the historical and architectural highlights                                                                                                 Brutus Bridge
  in town.
                                                                                                                                                 1  Start at the Town Mill.      4   Return to Fore Street.
                                                                                                                                                 Here you will find a restored   On the corner you’ll find the
                                                                                                                                                 Victorian water wheel           Royal Seven Stars Hotel
                                                                                                                                                 and The Image Bank and          dating from the 17th century
                                                                                                                                                 Rural Archive which holds       and reputedly built on the
                                                                                                      Totnes                                     a growing collection of         site of a medieval hostelry.
           The Lamb                                                                                   Castle                 Castle              photographs dating back to
              Garden                                                                                                         Entrance
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     Leechwell                                                 Garden
                                                                                                                                                  an earlier bridge, the         merchants in the 16th and
     Garden
                                                                                                              St Mary’s                           foundations of which can       17th centuries.
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                                                                                             7       Brutus Stone
   Town Mill                                                                                                                                     Plains, once part of a large    school and now used for the
                                                                                                        STAT ION ROA D
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                                                                                                                                                 tidal marsh. Many of the        community. Totnes Library is
                                                              BAN K LAN E
                                                                                                                                                 buildings were originally       located behind here.
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                                     Granite Pillars                                                                                                                             the place where Brutus the
                                                                                                                                                 The two granite pillars which   Trojan, founder of the British

         Vire Island
                                                                                        1        Town Mill
                                                                                                                                                 originally stood between        people, first stepped ashore.
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                                                                                                                                                 the Dartmouth Inn marked        Totnes
                                                                                                                                                 the gateway to Town Marsh
                                                                                                                                                 stretching to the south
                                                                                                                                                 towards St Peter’s Quay.
                                                                                                                                                 Note the town coat of arms
                                                                                                                                                 and the date 1687.
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       8  The Elizabethan House Museum is one of the finest
      restored Tudor town houses in the country. Built in about
      1575 for cloth merchant Walter Kellond, it has twelve
      galleries, a courtyard, and a herb garden. The house has
      many original features and has been carefully restored.
          9Pass beneath the East Gate Arch, once the gateway
      to the medieval town and faithfully reconstructed after a
      devastating fire in 1990.

                                       10  Climb the steps on the                                                        The Narrows
                                       right to Ramparts Walk.
                                       Follow the line of the           16  At the top of the High     17 Return towards the High
                                       old town wall behind the         Street turn right into        Street turning right into the
                                       beautiful St Mary’s Church.      Castle Street to Totnes       Narrows, a colourful area
                                                                        Castle (English Heritage)     of town with numerous
                                       11  Totnes Guildhall was         built by Judhael, the 11th    individual shops and eateries,
                                       built in 1553 on the ruins of    century Norman overlord of    and Rotherfold Square, once
                                       the medieval priory, founded     Totnes. From the ramparts     a cattle market and now
                        High Street    in 1088. For centuries it has    appreciate the castle’s       home to some lively events
                                       been the heart of the town,      superb defensive position     and community seating.
     12 The late 15th century          serving as a court, prison       and enjoy magnificent         Both well worth taking the
     Parish Church of St               and meeting place.               360 degree views.             time to visit.
     Mary is built of deep red
     Devon sandstone and it is                                                              18 Turn left into Leechwell Street then
     particularly noted for its                                                             into the attractive narrow pathway of
     120 foot tower and stone                                                               Leechwell Lane where you will find
     roodscreen.                                                                            the ancient Leechwell, a channelled
                                                                                            natural spring reputed to have healing
     13   Returning to the High                                                             properties. From here you can rest in
     Street, notice the house of                                                            the tranquil Leechwell Gardens before
     Nicholas Ball, a prosperous                                                            continuing to the Civic Square. ​
     merchant whose widow
     married Thomas Bodley                                                                  19  Finish your walk at the Civic Square.
     in 1586, using her wealth to                                                           Each Friday and Saturday, you can
     found his great library                                                                enjoy the pannier markets, Elizabethan
     at Oxford.                                                                             Charity and Craft Market on summer
                                                                                            Tuesday mornings and the monthly
     14 The covered pavement          The Butterwalk                                        Good Food Sunday Market.
     arcade known as Butterwalk
     was built in Tudor times to      15 At the 16th century Bogan
                                                                                              Find out more about the
     protect dairy stalls from the    House is the Totnes Fashion and
                                                                                              history of Totnes with a
     weather, whilst the covered      Textiles Museum. This is the
                                                                                              Heritage Tour from local
     Poultry Walk opposite            most intact Tudor Merchant's
                                                                                              guide Kathy Alexander
     sheltered poultry stalls.        House in Totnes. Find them on
                                                                        Totnes Castle
                                                                                              07733 197740
                                      Facebook for more information.
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   Boots and bikes -                                                           Longmarsh Riverside Walk
                                                                               1 mile/1.6km round trip
                                                                                                                      Easy/flat

   getting outdoors
                                                                         This nature reserve, once a
                                                                                                 or Longmarsh just past
                                                                         salt marsh and then an old
                                                                                                 Totnes Rowing Club. Take
                                                                         rifle range, is the perfect
                                                                                                 a break on the bench to
                                                                         area for a short, easy stroll
                                                                                                 watch the riverlife or have
                                                                         along the River Dart. Wander
                                                                                                 a picnic - look out for a
         The                                                             past woodland, scrubland,
                                                                                                 variety of nature including
         Shops
         at Dartington       Dartington                                  grassland and a wildflower
                                                                                                 kingfishers and butterflies.
          The                       Hall
         Shops                                                           meadow with the SouthernVary the return route to
         at Dartington        Dartington
                                     Hall                                Marsh Orchid and other  come through the wooded
                                                                         colourful species. Startconservation area. Cyclists
                                                                         the path at Steamer Quaycan use the surfaced paths
                                                                                                 but otherwise unsuitable
                                                                               Walk to DartingtonforMainly
                                                                                                     bikes. easy/flat
                 A3                                                            5 miles/8km round trip
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                                                                         The Shops at Dartington         cormorants, swans, seals
                                                                         where you can stop for          and the elusive otter.
                                                                         refreshment before your         Continue on the cycle trail
                                                                         return journey. Part of this    alongside Queen’s Marsh or
                                                                         route is accessible to all.     extend the walk through the
                                                                         Start the path at Totnes        Dartington Estate. Beautiful
                                                     Dartington          Bridge, follow the riverside    formal gardens, a tiltyard and
                                                     Walk
                                                                         path past Totnes Weir. Below    several sculptures, including
                                                                         the weir is a sandbank, a       one by Henry Moore, await
                                                          Dartington
                                                        Walk             resting point at low tide       you. For more information
                                                     Longmarsh
                                                     Riverside           for gulls, ducks and other      visit southdevonaonb.org.uk
                                                                         wildfowl. Wildlife along        for a downloadable version.
                                                          Longmarsh
                                                          Riverside
                                                                               Cycle from Dartington to Ashprington
                                                                               Mostly flat, steep climbs near Ashprington
                                                                               5.5 miles/9km (Part of the John Musgrave Trail)
                                     Steep Climb
                                                                         14miles/22km round trip         and interesting places to
                                            Steep Climb                  if you start at Dartington.     visit on this trail which,
                                           Steep Climb                   The Dart Valley Cycleway        though strenuous in parts,
                                                                         is a mostly off-road route      has some level sections too.
                                               Steep Climb               which passes right through      The route is equally as good
                                                                         Totnes at the mid-point,        for walkers as cyclists but
                                                                         between the villages of         be mindful that there may
                                                             Sharpham
                                                             Trust and   Dartington and Ashprington.     be bikes around.
                                  Ashprington                Vineyard    There are rewarding views
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     Franklin Totnes Trail -                                                                                                                                                   Franklin Totnes Trail
                                                                                                                                                                               6¾ mile/11km round trip
                                                                                                                                                                                                             Moderate

     6 ¾ mile circular walk
                                                                                                                                                                       This walk came to life as         The average walker
                                                                                                                                                                       part of a legacy bequest          should take 3 to 4 hours
                                                                                                                                                                       from Mr. Edward Franklin,         to complete this walk but
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                                                                                                                                                                       a member of the Totnes            there are options to shorten
                                                                                                                                                                       Ramblers.                         it along the way. There are
                                                                                                                                                                                                         several steep ascents and
                                                                                                                                                                       Starting on The Plains            3 major road crossings
                                                                                                                                                                       opposite the Seven Stars          along the way.
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                    South Devon
                      railway

              far more than a
              steam train ride
                  500 yard walk from Totnes
                      main line station.
                         Free parking
              at Buckfastleigh station, TQ11 0DZ.
                Refreshment Rooms, Gift Shop,
                    Museum and Gardens.

               Ask us about...

              Buckfastleigh • Staverton • Totnes

                    www.southdevonrailway.co.uk
                    01364 644370
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    TOTNES                                             CASTLES OF DEVON
    GUILDHALL
                                                         Discover Devon’s castles and delve into the past. From hilltop fortresses
                                                             to woodland gems, there’s something to satisfy every curiosity.
                                                                 • Totnes Castle               • Berry Pomeroy Castle
                                                                 • Dartmouth Castle            • Okehampton Castle

                                                                             Discover a castle near you:
                                                                        www.english-heritage.org.uk/southwest

     • Over 900 years of history

     • Home of the Town Council for over 450
       years - see the boards in the Lower Hall
       listing over 600 mayors

     • Former local Magistrates’ Court from
       1624 to 1974
                                                                             WINE & CHEESE
     • See the original cells where prisoners                                TA ST I N G TO U R S,
       awaited trial and punishment until 1887
                                                      BOOK TOURS
                                                      ONLINE
                                                                               SHOP & CAFÉ
     • Climb the 17th Century stairs to the                                 ON THE BANKS OF THE RIVER DART ,
       elegant Council Chamber with its plaster                                  NEAR TOTNES, SOUTH DEVON
       frieze and table where Oliver Cromwell
       sat in 1646

     • Tucked away on Ramparts Walk behind            ALFRESCO
       St Mary’s church                               CAFÉ

     Call 01803 862147 or visit website for opening
     times www.totnestowncouncil.gov.uk

                                                      DOG
     TOTNES WEDDINGS                                  FRIENDLY

     We are also licensed to host
     weddings and civil ceremonies.
                                                           MULTI-AWARD WINNING WINE AND CHEESE
     Email for more information
     mayor@totnestowncouncil.gov.uk                        SHARPHAM.COM · 01803 732203

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     MUSEUM
                                         • Learn about cooking methods
                                           in the Elizabethan kitchen
                                         • Spot our spooky resident ghost
                                         • Climb our spiral staircase made
                                           from a ship’s mast
                                         • Meet Totnes’ illustrious son,
    We reopen in March, however            Charles Babbage, who invented
    groups can still visit the Museum      the first mechanical computer
    in the closed season by prior        • The story of Eric, the UK’s first
    arrangement, please email us.          Robot built by WH Richards
    Whatever your interest in history,     from Totnes
    the Totnes Museum is a fascinating
    place to spend a few hours
    Open from 10-00am to 4-00pm
    Monday to Saturday, in season.
    70 Fore Street 01803 863821
    info@totnesmuseum.co.uk
    www.totnesmuseum.org                                                          Call us now on 01803 555872          www.dartmouthrailriver.co.uk

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                                                                        Looking to a fairer
                                                                        more ecological future
                                            Get up close to our
                                            friendly animals
                                                                        Totnes is recognised as a town where
                                            Feed the greedy goats       sustainability is a local priority and which is
                                            Watch the crazy red
                                            squirrels
                                                                        leading the way in responding to the climate
                                            Learn about and touch
                                                                        emergency. Dig deeper and find out what lies at
                                            our amazing owls in an
                                            Owl Talk
                                                                        the heart of Totnes and what makes it so special.
                                            Cuddle the guinea pigs
                                          Plus much more, fun for       Totnes has a worldwide reputation as one of the founder towns
                                          the whole family! Visit our
                                          website for more details.     of the global Transition Network. Transition Town Totnes (TTT)
       01803 840387           www.totnesrarebreeds.co.uk                is a dynamic, community-led and run charity that exists to
                                                                        build resilience for a future with less cheap energy, financial
                                                                        uncertainty, scarce resources and a changing climate. TTT has
                                                                        started or helped develop a wide range of projects that actively
                                                                        build community and demonstrable positive alternatives
                                                                        around local food, the local economy, housing, energy,
                                                                        transport, the arts and health and wellbeing.

                                                                        Many people come to Totnes wanting to find out more about
                                                                        TTT and meet the people involved. The best way to do this is
       Cattle • Horses • Sheep • Poultry • Dog Show & Terrier           to come to an event, or join a walking tour where you can visit
        Racing • Food Hall • Live Music • Children’s Activities         some projects and gain a fun and interactive insight into the
    All Day Entertainment with Fantastic Main Ring Attractions.         world’s first Transition Town.
    01803 732813 • office@totnesshow.com • www.totnesshow.com

    BUY TICKETS AT THE GATE OR PREBOOK TICKETS ONLINE                   To find out more or to book one of the unique Transition Tours,
                                                                        email info@transitiontowntotnes.org or call 01803 867358.
    SUNDAY 25th JULY 2021                                               You can also see a comprehensive list of TTT events held
                                                                        throughout the year on their website.

      - Dating back to
        the 15th century
      - Magnificent
        sandstone rood
        screen
      - Kempe stained
        glass window
      - Stunning live
        music venue
      - Open daily from
        8.45am to 5pm              ST MARY’S
      High Street, Totnes          CHUCH                                                                                Incredible Edible
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  Traditional South
  Devon villages
  Totnes is surrounded by rural and coastal
  villages full of treasures to explore, many
  of which can be visited on foot or by bike.
  Discover old churches and traditional pubs,
  quaint cottages and narrow streets.

                                                                                                                                     Dittisham
                             Broadhempston
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                          Staverton                         A380
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                                         Littlehempston
                  Dartington
                                        81                                                                      Harberton Classic Devon
                                   A3        Berry Pomeroy
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    Harberton
                          Ashprington                                                           Harbertonford
                                                   Stoke Gabriel                                                Harbertonford Once
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                                                                                Halwell Between Dartmouth       a mill village, it has a
                                             Tuckenhay
                                                                                and Kingsbridge, with an inn    traditional post office and
            Harbertonford
                                    Cornworthy             Dittisham            by the church and an ancient    a pleasant riverside area.
                                                                                hill fort.
                    Halwell

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                                                                                Dartington (3 miles)
   Ashprington (3 miles)                          Cornworthy (4.5 miles)        Just north of Totnes town
   A very attractive, unified                     Set amidst rolling hills      and best known for its
   village with grey stone                        on the way to Dittisham,      association with nearby
   cottages, 15th century                         it's home to the ruins        Dartington Hall.
   church and local pub.                          of a delightful medieval                                                  Dartington Gardens
                                                  nunnery and a pub.            Staverton (4 miles)
   Tuckenhay (4 miles)                                                          Riverside walks by the Dart,    Berry Pomeroy (1 mile)
   Once an important                              Stoke Gabriel (4 miles)       a renowned Inn and the          Visit Berry Pomeroy for the
   industrial village, now a                      A popular village on the      often filmed picturesque        historic church used in the
   delightful waterside                           River Dart. Traditionally     steam railway station.          film Sense & Sensibility and
   retreat with two inns.                         known for its salmon                                          the romantic castle.
                                                  fishery and apple orchards.   Broadhempston (6 miles)
   Dittisham (7 miles)                            Visit the wonderful church    Lying deep in the               Littlehempston (3 miles)
   A picturesque village with                     and it's yew tree which       countryside with an             Situated deep in a valley, with
   steep narrow streets high                      is said to be about a         interesting church and          flowing streams, pretty stone
   above the River Dart.                          thousand years old.           lively pubs.                    cottages and two local pubs.

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  From hillside to seaside
  - what’s outside Totnes?
  Totnes is central to a variety of Devon landscapes, with
  the sea, city, moorland and countryside all surrounding the
  town, so if you’re staying here for more than a few days
  why not explore the whole area.

  Seaside
  Fancy a dip in the sea or a windswept walk? Visit one
  of the pebbly beaches or craggy coves along the South
                                                                                                                    Torquay
  Devon coastline, with family fun on the English Riviera
  or dramatic cliffs and long stretches of white sand in the                            Dartmoor    Plymouth
  South Hams. The South West Coastpath offers a variety
  of challenging and more leisurely walks with impressive
  scenery and an abundance of nature along the way.

  City
  If you’re looking for the bright lights of the city Exeter
  and Plymouth are only a short drive away or easy to
  reach by direct bus or train. Exeter is Devon’s capital
  and combines modern shopping with historic features
  including Roman ruins and the dominant cathedral.
  Plymouth lies at the edge of the sea and offers waterside
  eating along the Barbican, stunning views from the Hoe,
  vibrant shopping and maritime history.
                                                                                           Exeter
  Moorland
  The impressive area of Dartmoor sits at the heart of          South West Coast Path               Dartmouth
  Devon and is only 6 miles from Totnes. Journey through
  this ancient landscape to find chocolate-box villages and
  towering granite tors, magical woodland and cosy pubs,
  all dotted with free-roaming ponies. To best explore this
  vast and varied land you should take a car to ensure you
  get to see as much as possible in a day.

  Riverside
  Dartmouth offers a lovely day out with a good mix of
  shops, galleries and places to eat on the banks of the
  River Dart. Can be reached by boat from April - October.

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                                  [Dartington International
                                  Summer Festival], one of
                                  the world’s great summer
                                  music schools.
                                   The Telegraph

                                                    Check out
                                                    our website

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     Dartington Summer Festival
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   What's on
  Totnes has a wide range of events throughout
  the year from the weekly markets to the wacky
  orange races. With all this and so much more
  in and around the town visitors can easily
  tie an exciting event into their short break or
  holiday. Here are some highlights.

  All events are subject to    AUGUST
  change and some may be         Dartington International
                                	
  cancelled or postponed.        Summer School & Festival
                                 Totnes Orange Races
                                                             Rotherfold Artisan Market
                                 Dartmouth Royal Regatta
  MAY                            Dartmoor Walking Festival
   Dart Music Festival
  	
   Devon County Show
  	                           SEPTEMBER
   Sea Change Festival
  	                             Totnes Pride
                                	
   Totnes & Dartington
  	                             Devon Open Studios
                                	
   Open Studios Trail            River Dart 10k Swim
   Kingsbridge Food &
  	                             International Agatha
                                	
   Music Festival                Christie Festival

  JUNE                         OCTOBER                                                         The Orange Races

    English Riviera Air Show     Raft Races in Totnes
                                	
    Canoe Festival in Totnes     South Hams Arts Trail                                           For even
    Summer Open Day
   	                            Apple Day at Sharpham                                         more listings
    at Sharpham                  Dartmouth Food Festival
                                                                                               throughout
  JULY                         DECEMBER                                                        the year check
    Ways with Words Festival
   	                            Totnes Christmas Festival
                                	                                                             the What’s On
    Totnes and District
   	                            Pennywell Nativities                                          on our website
    Agricultural Show            Christmas at Paignton Zoo
                                	
    Kingsbridge Fair Week
   	                            and Living Coasts
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                                                                         Sea Change Festival
    Dartington International
   	                            Santa by Steam with
    Summer School & Festival     South Devon Rail
    Totnes Carnival
   	                            Train of Lights with
                                	
    Rotherfold Artisan
   	                            Dartmouth Steam Rail
    Market in Totnes
    South Devon Railway
   	
    1940’s Festival

                                                             Santa by Steam
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                                                             TORQUAY WESTON LANE                                                                                       BERRY POMEROY
  Map is not to scale                                        Stoke Gabriel                                                                                             Berry Pomeroy Castle                                                                                         Map correct at time of going to print
  nor correct orientation.                                   Brixham                                                                                                   Marldon                                                                                                      (December 2019). Location of services
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    and facilities may change during the year.
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  Shop local
  Totnes is renowned for having a very
  independent, Fairtrade town with strong
  ethical values. We are lucky to be able to boast
  a wide variety of shops, eateries, galleries,
  salons, museums and more which run
  alongside the popular weekly markets.

                     LEECHWELL
                       STREET                      Totnes
                                    THE            Castle
                                   NARROWS

                                                                                                       Roly's Fudge

                                                                 Totnes Book Shop   Ben's Farm Shop
                                           HIGH
                                          STREET

                                  FORE
                   TICKLEMORE    STREET
                                                                                                      Totnes Market
                     STREET

                  THE
                 PLAINS

  Totnes offers a really pleasant shopping experience better
  than any online retail, because many of the businesses are
  housed in, under or next to quirky, historic buildings, have
  colourful facades, impressive window displays and beautiful    Me and East
  interiors. Being able to see and feel the products, speak to
  the retailers and smell the aromas is worth the trip.

  You can find everything you might need or want here
  including contemporary and vintage fashion, handmade
  shoes, organic bedding, local jewellery, greetings cards,
  aromatherapy candles, glassware, world gifts, a stylish
  haircut, craft supplies, books and much more.

  Start on the Plains and work your way through town - don’t
  miss Ticklemore Street with its renowned, local cheese
  shop and there’s so much more to discover in The Narrows
  and Leechwell Street as well.

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  Be original
  With its laid-back lifestyle, rolling countryside
  and easy access to the coast, Totnes has long                            Sustainable footwear handcrafted
  been a magnet for the artistically-minded.                                       in Totnes, Devon
                                                                                        Est. 1977
  For many years, the neighbouring Dartington College of Arts
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  provided an alternative education for aspiring creatives,
  while the Dartington Cider Press was home to renowned
  ceramicists. Now, the town boasts several galleries and
  artist studios, open throughout the year. As you’d expect
  there’s an eclectic and impressive range of paintings,
  sculpture and crafts available, with prices to suit collectors
  and casual buyers of all budgets.

  White Space Art is the longest established gallery on
  Fore Street and exhibits fine art by renowned local and
  national artists, such as Sarah Bowman and Breon O’Casey.           We’ve been handmaking sustainable leather shoes in
  Alongside the numerous small traders and individual shops
                                                                   Totnes for over 40 years. We are proud to make our shoes
  in town, the art scene in Totnes offers another reason to
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  The diversity of                                                            Dartington
  Dartington Estate
                                                                       Discover the Dartington estate - a haven of
  Take a leisurely stroll along the river to The                       culture and nature outside Totnes. Join us
  Shops at Dartington and Dartington Estate                            and experience our Barn cinema, deer park,
  (approx 30-50 min), where you can spend a                            historic gardens, cafes & restaurants,
  day enjoying some retail therapy, catch a lively                     family events, concerts, hotel & campsite,
  event, eat some delicious food & drink, watch a                      craft courses, shops and much more.
  film and and even spot some free-roaming deer.
                                                                       >>> Your adventure starts at Dartington.org
  The Shops at Dartington has some truly beautiful, unique
  outlets selling prestigious Dartington Crystal, handmade
  crafts, accessories and jewellery, traditional toys, kitchenware

                                                                              Do & See
  and local food alongside other local treats. There is also a
  distillery on site where Elmhirst Gin is created - a perfect
  souvenir or gift for those who love a tipple! Visit one of the
  eateries for a well-deserved snack, meal or hot drink.

  Continue on to the historic Dartington Hall and 1,200 acre
  Estate where you can wander around the tranquil gardens
  featuring one of the oldest trees in England and a variety of
  sculptures, take a dip in the river, walk through the woods or
                                                                                      Stay
  let your kids let off some steam in the natural play area.
                                                                                                               Just
  The White Hart or Green Table cafe are open every day for                                                        les
                                                                                                              2 mi
  breakfast, lunch or dinner. Check out the Dartington website                                                    s ide
                                                                                                               out
  for a full list of exciting events including theatre performances,
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  art installations and lively festivals, plus regular films at the
  15th century Barn Cinema.

     Totnes Information Centre at the Civic
     Square is open from April to October,
     Monday to Friday from 10am-4pm*.                                           Explore
     When the TIC is closed, you can still
     pick up a visitor guide at The Royal
     Seven Stars or St Mary’s Church.
     * Times are subject to change so please check our
       website for the most up-to-date details.                                      Shop
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     Visit the monthly Food
     Market every third Sunday
     to find ingredients and
     ready to eat food from the
     neighbouring fields & farms
     with something for breakfast,
     lunch, dinner and snacks.
      Karen Miller, Karen’s Cakes

                       Check out
                       our website

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                                                                     WATERSIDE BISTRO
   Fabulous feasts                                                                                              RESTAURANT

  Taking your time to enjoy delicious food and
  drink is a big part of a holiday experience
  for many people, and in Totnes we’re happy
  to offer a wide variety of local cafes and
  independent restaurants on and off the high
  street or along the river.

  We have over 50 eateries in and around town serving
  everything from a hot drink and cake to a three course
  meal with most establishments using local and seasonal
  ingredients to serve dishes from all over the world.
  If you want something that is truly local visit Roly’s Fudge
  and watch them make your sweet treat in the shop or
  Delphini’s who make their gelati fresh on the premises
  every morning using organic milk from local dairies.

  Speciality Coffee Shop
  Try an artisan coffee made
  using The revolutionary San
  Remo Opera 2 at The Hairy                                          OPEN Daily and serving food from 9am until late
  Barista in the Narrows.
  Endulge yourself with                                              The Waterside Bistro has been serving up fine food and
  their homemade sweet or                                            drink using the best locally sourced ingredients for over
  savoury, mostly plant based                                        15 years, gaining awards and recognition for its superb
  specialties. If you fancy a                                        casual dining experience. Famed for its simple, stylish
  wellness kick ask for a freshly                                    bistro cuisine including fresh local seafood, authentic
  prepared, organic super
                                                                     Italian pizza, homemade burgers, great steak and
  smoothie. Eat in or take away
                                                                     vegetarian dishes. Recently relaunched with updated
                                                                     décor, the bistro has a smart new dining area, delicious
  Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm and Sat,
                                                                     menu additions, a fresh wine list and now offers private
  9am to 6pm. You can find
                                                                     dining. There is also a spacious riverside terrace for
  them at 69 High Street, Totnes
                                                                     drinks, al fresco dining and regular live music. Open
  TQ9 5PB. Call 01803 867773.
                                                                     7 days a week from 9am till late, it’s a great spot for
                                                                     breakfast, coffee, lunch or dinner. Take advantage of the
  Key to food outlets                                                daily happy hour and stay up to date with all the latest
                                                                     offers and events on the website or social media.
  Use the key to discover                Pets welcome
  your perfect place to eat              Children welcome            The Plains, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5YS                   GOLD
                                                                     01803 864069
                                                                                                                          2
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  and drink and remember to              Wheelchair accessible
  check the website and stroll           Outside area                restaurant@watersidebistro.com
                                                                     www.watersidebistro.com
  through town to discover               WiFi
  many more places.                      Special diets catered for

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    BEN’S WINE & TAPAS                           RESTAURANT/BAR         CAFE MUMBAI                                       RESTAURANT

    OPEN Mon-Sat 10am-10pm, closed Sundays                              OPEN Tues-Sun 5:30pm-10:30pm, closed Mondays

    Inspired by traditional tapas bars, you can expect a warm           Since our establishment in 2004, we have become one of the
    welcome, a relaxed, sociable evening and some of the finest          most famous Indian restaurants and take aways in the South
    food and wine available. Made from local, seasonal ingredients      Hams. Our aim is to make your visit as pleasant and enjoyable
    that are predominantly organic our tapas dishes are perfect         as possible and to make dining a memorable occasion. Our food
    for sharing and are even better with a glass or two of wine.        is prepared in a style which blends the finest oriental spices
    We source our wines directly from independent growers,              to produce a variety of subtle and exotic flavours without over
    specialising in mid-priced, moreish varieties that have been        spicing. We are open Tuesday to Thursday, 5.30pm to 10.30pm
    produced sustainably. You can choose to pick up a bottle of         and Friday and Saturday 5.30pm to 11pm and Sunday 5.30pm
    your favourite wine and some takeaway tapas to go instead.          to 10:30pm. Closed on Monday.
    50 High St, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5SQ                                   98 High Street, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5SN
    01803 840853 wineandtapas@bensfarmshop.co.uk                        01803 862691 / 01803 866171 info@cafe-mumbai.co.uk
    www.bensfarmshop.co.uk                                              www.cafe-mumbai.co.uk

    DELPHINI’S GELATO                         ARTISAN ICE CREAM         ROLY’S FUDGE

                                                                        OPEN Mon-Sat 9:15am-5pm,
                                                                        Sun 10:30am-3:30pm
                                                                        Making handmade fudge every single day for 20 years in the
                                                                        heart of the Totnes community. We make fudge from an old
                                                                        family recipe passed down by the founder’s grandmother over
    OPEN 7 days a week 11am to 6pm from April to October                generations. The result is a crumbly, melt-in-your-mouth fudge,
                                                                        made using the highest quality of carefully sourced ingredients.
    Delphini’s means fresh, home made gelato and hot chocolates of
    the finest quality – also for vegans! Italian-trained owner Johan   52 Fore Street, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5RP
                                                                        01803 840275 totnes@rolysfudge.co.uk
    (“Giovanni” for regulars) makes everything daily on site, using     www.rolysfudge.co.uk
    organic Devon milk and cream, seasonal fresh fruits, Belgian
    chocolate, Sicilian pistachios, Piedmont hazelnuts, Amarena
    cherries - and not much more. Flavours change daily, so pop in
    any time for a free taster – and find out why customer reviews
    rank Delphini’s Number 1 out of 127 ‘Places to Eat’ in the Totnes
    area! Find updated dates/times of opening on Facebook.               If you've missed advertising in this guide
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     The perfect 'get away
     from it all' location.
     Lovely cottage and close
     to Totnes, or failing
     that stay put and enjoy
     360 degree views.
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                                                                   THE OLD FORGE
  Where to stay?
  Use this guide for inspiration about where
  to stay and discover even more places and
  seasonal special offers on our website.
  For the best rates please book direct.

  How to book                      Check when you book
  Once you have made               Prices, classifications and
  your choice, contact the         quality ratings are correct
  accommodation provider           at time of going to press but
  directly. Please make sure       can be subject to change, so
  you mention Visit Totnes.        please check before booking.

  Key to accommodation

       		Open all year                		Non-smoking
       		Pets allowed                		Wheelchair accessible
    		En-suite facilities             		Garden for guest use
       		Children welcome             		Credit cards accepted
       		Evening meal provided       		On site parking
       		Tea & coffee facilities      		WiFi                       HOTEL     D5 DT2 F2 T1        £50-£80pppn       SPfrom £75
    		Licensed                        		Short breaks available     A warm welcome and exceptional hospitality are assured
                                                                   all the year round at this charming, 600 year old stone
                                                                   building. The coach arch leads into a delightful south
  Room type                        Selecting your                  facing walled garden.Variety of en-suite bedrooms
  S    Single room                 accommodation                   including family, ground floor rooms, two-bedroom
  D    Double room                 Accommodation has been          cottage - some have their own garden patio or terrace.
  DT   Double or twin room         sorted by type and location.
                                                                   Excellent breakfast menu catering for vegetarians, vegans
  T    Twin room
                                                                   and special diets including fabulous buffet with seasonal
  F    Family room
  C    Cot/s available                                             fruits from the garden, served in the relaxing dining room,
                                   HOTELS / B&BS                   NEW garden conservatory or south facing walled garden.
  Quantity is indicated by         Inside Totnes              51   Very peaceful location, however five minute walk to
  a number after the room          Outside Totnes             56   Totnes town and close to the River Dart. Easy access to
  type, for example:                                               railway and local transport. Totnes has many independent
  F3 = Three family rooms          SELF CATERING                   shops and the Old Forge offers special discounts when
                                   Inside Totnes              57   dining in some of the local restaurants. Free WiFi.
  Rates (pppn)                     Outside Totnes             60   Own car park. Seasonal special offers.
  Prices are per person, per
  night, based on two people       CAMPING                    61   Seymour Place, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5AY
  sharing. Single occupancy is                                     01803 862174 enquiries@oldforgetotnes.com
                                                                   www.oldforgetotnes.com
  identified by the SP symbol.     AGENCIES                   62
                                                                                         *
                                                                                                         *South-facing walled garden

                                                                                                                       @visittotnes
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    THE ROYAL SEVEN STARS                                           KING WILLIAM IV

    HOTEL     D6 DT13 F1 S1      £50-£95pppn      SP£55-£150        INN    D3 T2       room only from £90

    Located in the very centre of beautiful Totnes, this award      Situated in the centre of Totnes, this town centre pub
    winning hotel is perfectly placed to enjoy everything           makes it the perfect choice for a one night stay or short
    South Devon has to offer. Housed in a seventeenth               break. We have five comfortable rooms available with
    century inn, our comfortable bedrooms, atmospheric              en-suite bathrooms. The rooms are light, airy, en-suite,
    bars and restaurant, combine contemporary style with            complete with courtesy trays, TV and WiFi. One of our
    a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. The Royal Seven Stars           large premium rooms overlooks the lovely Totnes high
    enjoys a prime South Devon location, close to the               street. We offer both double and twin rooms, all with large
    beautiful River Dart and a great selection of independent       bright windows. With its classic lunchtime menu, and
    shops in the centre of Totnes. Local businesses,                bistro-style evening menu, The King William IV is also
    attractions, events, beaches and countryside are within         wonderful for dining and sampling the delights of home
    easy reach by road, rail and bus. With many different           made food from local produce.
    seasonal special offers on accommodation and dining
                                                                    The King William offers room only, however we
    there is no other perfect place to stay.
                                                                    recommend our sister pub The Dartmouth Inn which
    Always book direct for the best price!
                                                                    serves full English breakfasts from 9:00am and is located
                                                                    just a couple of minutes walk down the street.
    The Plains, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5DD
    01803 862125                                                    45 Fore Street, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5HN
    enquiry@royalsevenstars.co.uk                                   01803 866689         kingwilliamtotnespub@gmail.com
                                                          BOOK
    www.royalsevenstars.co.uk                          DIRECT FOR   www.kingwilliamtotnes.co.uk
                                                        THE BEST
                             *             * Outdoor      PRICE
                                             terrace

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    FOUR SEASONS GUEST HOUSE                                         THE GREAT GRUBB

    GUEST HOUSE D6 T2 F1 £37.50-£47.50pppn SPfrom £50                B&B D4 T1 S1 DT1 C1 £45-£60pppn SP£64

    A warm welcome and exceptional hospitality await you             A very warm welcome awaits you at The Great Grubb.
    at the award winning Four Seasons. We are a family run bed       Awarded Trip Advisor’s ‘Certificate of Excellence’ again
    and breakfast, catering for people looking for short, long       in 2019 and achieving the rating of ‘Superb’ as reviewed
    or weekend breaks, summer holidays or working in Totnes          by our guests on Booking.com, we aim to make your stay
    or South Devon area. Only 300 yards from the centre of           just perfect. Situated in the beautiful Elizabethan market
    Totnes and close to all amenities. All our rooms are en-suite,   town of Totnes, we are only a short walk from the railway
    comfortably furnished and have TV, beverage tray, toiletries,    station, castle and town centre. Our selection of single,
    towels, radio clock alarm and hairdryer. We have a ground        double, king and twin rooms are all en-suite and include
    floor room for those with slight mobility problems. Residents     free WiFi.
    lounge also on the ground floor and free WiFi throughout.
                                                                     Guests enjoy unlimited access to the conservatory,
    Full English, continental, gluten free or vegetarian breakfast
                                                                     south-facing patio and terraced garden. Our car park and
    with fresh fruit and berries all year and from our extensive
                                                                     storage areas for bikes are CCTV monitored. We serve a
    organic fruit garden when in season. Awarded Trip Advisor
                                                                     comprehensive breakfast menu and are experienced in
    Certificate of Excellence 2012/13/14/15/16/17/18/19.
                                                                     catering for those with specific dietary needs. Pets and
    Children welcome and pets by arrangement.
                                                                     young families welcome.
    13 Bridgetown, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5AB
    01803 862146 / 07880 580758 / 07896 669121                       Fallowfields, Plymouth Road, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5LX
    info@fourseasonstotnes.co.uk                                     01803 849071 thegreatgrubb@gmail.com
                                                                                                                     BOOK
    www.fourseasonstotnes.co.uk                            2019
                                                                     www.thegreatgrubb.co.uk                      DIRECT FOR
                                                                                                                      THE BEST
                                                                                                                       PRICE

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    APPALACHIAN SPRING                                                    ROSE & VINE APARTMENTS

    B&B     D2 DT1      £40-£50pppn        SP£60-£80

    Luxury en-suite double rooms with 5ft beds and amazingly
    comfortable mattresses. Locally produced bacon, sausages
    and eggs. Vegetarian and Vegan options. WiFi, TV’s, tea/coffee
    trays, organic fudge and biscuits, hairdryers and dressing gowns.
    Carafes of filtered water. Former farmhouse with a beautiful south-
    facing garden and patio in rural Dartington village close to award-
    winning 14th century thatched Cott Inn. One mile from Totnes
    station and medieval Dartington Hall Estate. Additional single bed
    (and bath), or double sofa bed. Free parking. Singles welcome.
    Dartington, Totnes, Devon TQ9 6DJ 01803 862484 / 07974 799004
    stay@dartington-bed-and-breakfast.co.uk
    www.dartingtonbnb.co.uk

                                                                          SELF CATERING      £295-£395 per week
    THE COTT INN
                                                                          Situated on the ancient Narrows in the heart of the
                                                                          historic market town of Totnes. Close to shops, bustling
                                                                          markets and excellent restaurants making it an ideal
                                                                          base to explore this exciting and cosmopolitan town.
                                                                          It’s also convenient for walks following the River Dart to
                                                                          Ashprington and to Dartington Hall. There are two flats
                                                                          available. Both are comfortable one bedroom flats on the
    INN     D2 DT1      from £72.50pppn        SP£125
                                                                          second floor over shops and owner’s accommodation.
                                                                          Both flats contain a lounge/diner with TV, separate newly
    A stunning 14th century thatched pub situated in the peaceful         fitted kitchen with all mod cons and bathroom with bath
    village of Dartington, less than 2 miles from Totnes and
                                                                          and shower. Flat 2 has a spacious bedroom with beams
    surrounded by beautiful countryside. This family owned inn
                                                                          and comfy double bed and lounge area with views
    serves award winning food and local ales and ciders, and offers
    overnight accommodation in luxury boutique bedrooms.Come              overlooking over the beautiful historic Narrows.
    and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere with cosy log fires during the       Flat 3 has twin beds and a living area. Linens and
    winter months and a large pretty garden with a fabulous alfresco      electricity included.
    kitchen serving delicious food throughout the summer. Recently
    named Best Pub in Britain in the Great British Pub Awards.
                                                                          93 High Street, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5PB
    Cott Lane, Dartington, Totnes, Devon TQ9 6HE                          01803 867391 / 07853 299820
    01803 863777 mel@cottinn.co.uk
                                                                          battyebird@me.com
    www.cottinn.co.uk
                                                                                       *
                                                                                                                  *from £60 per night

                                                                                                                           @visittotnes
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    PRIORY COTTAGE                                                        LEECHWELL HOUSE

    SELF CATERING        £630-£735 per week £90-£105 per night            SELF CATERING       £360-£630 per week

    Beautifully renovated, two bedroom, 500 year old cottage.             Beautifully renovated cosy listed townhouse. Perfect location
    Sleeps four. Quiet location, close to High Street. Wood flooring, a   at the top of historic Totnes, near the castle. Within walking
    lovely home from home. Fully-equipped kitchen, TV, DVD player,        distance of independent shops, cafes, pubs. Close to railway
    free WiFi internet. Excellent bath and shower. Central heating for    station, car parks, river, moor, coastal walks and beautiful
    winter stays. All linen and towels provided. Charming garden.         beaches. Ideal base for visiting South Devon. Sleeps 5: 2 double
                                                                          and 1 single bedrooms. Comfortable lounge with log burner, TV/
    Private parking. No Smoking. You’ll fall in love with cottage
                                                                          DVD. Fully equipped kitchen, excellent bathroom and second
    and town. “We’ve stayed from New Zealand to Sweden, Alaska            toilet. Metered gas/electricity & free logs. Laundry outhouse
    to Chile. This is the best equipped. All comforts of home.            in small courtyard. Linen/towels provided. Steep stairs.
    Thank you so much.” AP from USA.                                      Short breaks out of season only.
    4 North Street, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5NZ                                 19 Leechwell Street, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5SX
    07973 139908 richardbath@hotmail.com                       BOOK       07890 729777 leechwellhouse@hotmail.com                 BOOK
    www.priorycottage.com                                   DIRECT FOR    www.totnes-house.weebly.com                          DIRECT FOR
                                                             THE BEST                                                           THE BEST
                                                               PRICE                                                              PRICE

    1A ROWSELLS
    LANE
    SELF CATERING
    £450-£630 per week
    £70-£90 per night
   The spacious lounge/dining room with vaulted ceiling in this
   two bedroom upside down house boasts great views of Totnes
   and the River Dart. Easy walking distance of the railway station
   and Totnes centre in a quiet location. Sleeps four (one double,          We hope our guide provides
   one twin) separate kitchen. Secluded garden with overlooking
   balcony. Short breaks available out of high season.                      you with all the information you
   1a Rowsells Lane, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5AG
   07793 583020                                                             need during your stay.
   anntotnes@icloud.com www.1arowsellslane.co.uk
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    AISH CROSS HOLIDAY COTTAGES
                                                                          Switch off and sleep under the stars

                                                                          For a truly unique               in the heart of the
                                                                          experience and way to            countryside - the perfect
                                                                          really unwind why not            way to bond with your
                                                                          come to Totnes and go            loved ones and won’t cost
                                                                          camping? Either bring your       the earth.
    SELF CATERING        Sleeps 14      £513-£2,012 per week
                                                                          own tent or campervan to
                                                                          one of the local campsites       There are many more
    National and Regional Award Winning luxury holiday cottages           or why not go glamping           campsites in the area
    sat in beautiful countryside just 2 miles from Totnes. A choice
                                                                          and stay in a cosy yurt          on the Visit Totnes site
    of 3 Visit England 5 star gold accredited holiday cottages:-
    The Coach House (sleeps up to 6) in 3 en-suite bedrooms,              or shepherd’s hut. Swap          or national and regional
    The Stable (sleeps up to 4) , The Hayloft (sleeps up to 4).           your phone for a board           camping and glamping
    Beautiful orchard garden and secret garden with BBQ lodge             game and enjoy a picnic          websites.
    for the exclusive use of guests.                                      or toasted marshmallows

    Aish Cross House, Aish,
    Stoke Gabriel, Devon TQ9 6PT
    01803 782022 info@aishcross.co.uk                         BOOK
    www.aishcross.co.uk                                    DIRECT FOR
                                                            THE BEST
                                                              PRICE

    JACK’S COTTAGE

                                                                        Camp Dartington

    SELF CATERING       £450-£950 per week                              BEARA FARM
                                                                        CARAVAN &
    Jack’s is a beautifully presented and very well equipped
    detached barn set in 300 acres of farmland which you are
                                                                        CAMPING SITE
    welcome to enjoy. The cottage overlooks the rolling Devon           £6.50-£7 per night
    hills. The barn was fully converted in 2009 to the very highest     Reduction for children
    standards and is ideally suited to either a young family or
    couples looking for a peaceful retreat in an area of unspoilt       Situated in an idyllic 3.5 acre level meadow, close to the River
    natural beauty. Two double en-suite bedrooms, one king and          Dart. Shower, toilets and spring water. Voted one of the top
                                                                        ten venture sites by AA (84% rating). Member of Camping and
    one super king (or 2 singles). Oil fired central heating and
                                                                        Caravanning Club and ANWB (Holland). Cosmos Travel Top
    woodburner, instant hot water.                                      100 Rural Site. Easy reach sea and Dartmoor. Ice packs frozen.
    Harberton, Near Totnes, Devon TQ9 7SS                               Pets allowed. Brochure by request.
    01803 862365 / 07887 776146                               BOOK
                                                           DIRECT FOR   Colston Road, Buckfastleigh, Devon TQ11 0LW
    catherine@mjchudley.plus.com www.jacksdevon.co.uk
                                                            THE BEST    01364 642234
                                                              PRICE

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                                                                                Totnes Information Centre at the Civic
                                                                                Square is open from April to October,
                                                                                Monday to Friday from 10am-4pm*.

                                                                                When the TIC is closed, you can still
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      will be spoilt for choice with properties for your                          website for the most up-to-date details.
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  continue to support us.                                                     using sustainable modes of transport to get around instead
                                                                              of driving, buy plastic free locally grown food, try the UK’s
                                                                              first zero waste shop, buy a KeepCup for your hot drinks or
                                                                              some local ingredients at Ben’s Farm Shop, support local
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