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Becky Falls Dartmoor attraction

Becky Falls, Dartmoor

Becky Falls are wonderful waterfalls, surrounded by ancient woodland and stunning scenery, definitely worth a visit if you enjoy photography. In addition to the 70ft high waterfall there are subsequent…

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Wine Tours and Tasting in Devon

Wine Tours

Wine Tours and Tasting The UK hasn’t really been known for successful wine producing, however, along with our climate, so are opinions. What’s even better news is that Devon and…

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Paddleboarding and watersports in Devon

Watersports

Roadford Lake, Lifton There are a wide range of activities for all at Roadford Lake including watersports, high ropes, archery, fishing, walking and cycling and a café. You’re welcome to…

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Canonteign falls in Devon

Canonteign Falls, Exeter

Canonteign Falls lie in the beautiful Teign Valley and include South West England’s highest waterfall at 220 ft. (70 metres). The falls continue down through a spectacular combination of rock…

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Outdoor heated swimming pool, local lido 1 mile from the White Hart Hotel

Local Lidos

If you are a fan of swimming, but do not feel the need to dive into a freezing (I mean life-affirming :)) quarry on the moors, or head into a…

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Crealy Theme Park, Devon

Crealy Theme Park

Devon’s multi-award-winning theme park includes over 60 ‘thrilling’ rides and attractions to keep all ages amused – certainly a busy day out! Crealy Theme Park also provides live entertainment and…

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Starehole Bay, Salcombe, Devon

Salcombe

The coastal town of Salcombe boasts stunning beaches, great river views and attractive surroundings of South Devon National Landscape. Both Salcombe and Dartmouth are breathtakingly beautiful and great to explore…

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Bedford Square in Tavistock Devon

Tavistock

One of the largest Dartmoor towns, Tavistock is always bustling and boasts a great selection of shops, pubs and restaurants and daily markets. It’s also known as ‘Devon’s World Heritage…

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Whooping Rock in North Bovey, Devon

North Bovey

South of the White Hart lies the village of North Bovey, which retains an unspoilt beauty, buoyed by a charming village green and rows of thatched cottages. Like Chagford, it…

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Chagford town in Devon

Chagford

Fairly neaby to the White Hart Hotel you’ll find Chagford. A former stannary town, it remains lively and interesting to this day. It’s well worth a visit simply to potter…

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Postbridge - famous Clapper Bridge in Dartmoor

Postbridge

As the name implies Postbridge is known for having one of the best examples of a ‘clapper bridge’ in the country. Believed to date back to Medieval times, the bridge…

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Stone packhorse bridge River Bovey, Hisley Woods, Dartmoor

Bovey Tracey

Bovey Tracey, situated on the edge of the Dartmoor National Park, is a charming and historic town often referred to as the gateway to Dartmoor. The village’s winding streets are…

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Lustleigh, Devon

Lustleigh

A picturesque village exuding timeless charm and beauty that sits between Bovey Tracey and Moretonhampstead, making it the ideal Dartmoor village to nip to during a stay at the White…

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Widecombe-in-the-Moor

Widecombe-in-the-Moor

But one of the biggest draws has to be Widecombe Fair held in September. A quintessential English country fair, expect traditional competitions including; Tug-o’-War, Egg & Bale Tossing (!) and…

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Princetown - Dartmoor Prison in Devon

Princetown

Sitting 1,400 feet above sea level in the middle of Dartmoor National Park, Princetown owes its existence to the vision of Thomas Tyrwhitt. Lord Warden of the Stannaries, he had…

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Fly Fishing around Dartmoor

Fishing

Have you ever tried fly fishing? This historic pastime is both engaging and rewarding. Set amidst the Dartmoor National Park is an impressive network of some of Britain’s most beautiful…

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Dartmouth Town a picturesque vibrant town in south Devon

Dartmouth

Destination Dartmouth – it is certainly worth a visit if you want to explore picturesque towns in Devon. A popular location due to the enchanting River Dart, it’s a focal…

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Cycling on Dartmoor

Cycling

Setting off  from the White Hart is easy and there are a plethora of choices in all directions! Cycling on Dartmoor is a great way to get out and enjoy…

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Wild Swimming on Dartmoor

Wild Swimming

Dartmoor has many hidden gems, however the fact it has some of the best wild swimming spots in the UK must be one of its biggest. With crystal clear rivers,…

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Clay Pigeon Shooting on Dartmoor

Clay Pigeon Shooting

If you haven’t tried clay pigeon shooting before, now’s your chance. You’ll be amazed how easy it is to get going and how addictive it can be! Clay shooting is…

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Oakhampton Golf Course on Dartmoor

Golf Courses

Dartmoor’s Magnificent Golf Courses Dartmoor is home to some of the most magnificent golf courses in the country. A natural, ancient landscape of stunning views, Dartmoor is famous for its…

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Horseriding on Dartmoor

Horse Riding

Dartmoor is a wonderful place for horse riding with miles of open moorland and spectacular scenery. Recommended: Cholwell Riding Stables The White Hart has established links with a well-establish, family…

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Ilfracombe, North Devon. 1.5 hours from the White Hart Hotel

Ilfracombe

This North Devon coast is wild and rugged in the winter, however the walks along the South West Coast path offer stunning views. There are also a host of independent…

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