Dartmoor

Old Father Christmas dressed in green is sat down and handing presents to a boy and his family in a decorated room — Buckland Abbey's Old Father Christmas in traditional green

The Drogo Weir on River Teign at Castle Drogo

Christmas tree with sparkling decorations — Get in the festive spirit at Castle Drogo

Frosty morning on Hunters path at Castle Drogo

Amongst the mysteries of the moor are a gorge, a forge and a spectacular modern fortress

Places to visit

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Where to go this Christmas?

Christmas at Buckland Abbey

Join in with the festive magic, as Buckland transforms into a decorated Tudor wonderland. There's plenty for the family to do throughout December from seasonal crafts, Christmas trails, meeting Olde Father Christmas and much more.

Christmas at Castle Drogo

Join us for festive fun including meeting Father Christmas and taking advantage of shopping away from the crowds.

Visitors at the front entrance which has been decorated for Christmas at Saltram, Devon — Christmas at Saltram, Devon

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In the South West you're never far from a National Trust garden, house or countryside walk.

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Top Christmas days out in the South West

Take a look at the top places to visit and festive experiences, from enchanted houses, to fairytale stories and handmade garlands.

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Buckland Abbey

Tasting day in the shop - National Trust all-butter biscuits

Sat 16 Nov 2019

+ 1 other date

10:00-16:00

Head to the shop to sample Orange & Almond, Chocolate & Hazelnut, Apple Crumble and Raspberry & White Chocolate all-butter biscuits. These duo packs make the perfect Christmas gift.

Castle Drogo

Drogo 10 Run

Sun 17 Nov 2019

10:30-12:30

One of the most spectacular cross country races in England. This is a challenging 10 miles up and down the beautiful Teign Gorge. Organised in co-operation with the South West Road Runners. For information and to register contact SWRR on...

Castle Drogo

#ThanksToYou: Free entry for National Lottery players

Sat 23 Nov 2019

+ 6 other dates

10:00-16:00

By purchasing a lottery ticket or scratch card, National Lottery players have contributed more than £14million towards National Trust conservation projects over the last 3 years. To say thank you, we're offering free entry to Castle Drogo from...

Buckland Abbey

Tasting day in the shop - Caramel nut mix treat

Sat 23 Nov 2019

+ 1 other date

10:00-16:00

Head to our shop to try free samples of our National Trust Caramel Nut Mix. It's sweet and salty, containing an assortment of hand roasted nuts, bursts of salted caramel fudge, crunchy honeycomb and tasty chocolate raisins. Yummy!

Finch Foundry

St Clement's Day

Sat 23 Nov 2019

11:00-16:00

Celebrate the patron saint of blacksmiths with us, with blacksmiths from all over converging to compete and have some fun. There will be demonstrations, competitions, big bangs, items for sale and mulled apple juice to keep out the cold.

Lydford Gorge

Pick up a Dartmoor Christmas tree

Sat 30 Nov 2019

+ 3 other dates

11:00-15:00

As well as choosing the perfect tree there'll be local craft and food producers in the shop and activities to entertain the kids.

Godo Christmas wreath — Festive wreaths created on a workshop

What's on

There are hundreds of events happening across the South West, including markets, sleigh rides and carol singing.

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Christmas crafts, archaeology and wildlife

Nine handmade Christmas ideas

Looking for handmade inspiration this Christmas? Here's a list of crafty things to make by our favourite bloggers, from ice lanterns to old fashioned wrapping paper.

Medieval Kingston Lacy - Guests Arriving to the Christmas Party

A Medieval Christmas Party

Ever wondered what Christmas was like in 1371? We've found evidence of the biggest royal festive party hidden in a mysterious Medieval mansion.

Four ways to help wildlife over winter

Winter; a time to snuggle up in front of the fire? Not anymore. Here's four traditional techniques our rangers, volunteers and fellow conservation charities get up to over winter to help keep the countryside healthy, beautiful and rich in wildlife.

Walkers cross a leat on Dartmoor — Try one of our walks and see where it takes you

Winter walks around Dartmoor

Exploring the area around Dartmoor on foot is arguably the best way to discover the moorland and landscape of the area and take in the winter colour.

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Dartmoor parkruns

Looking for a run perfect for all abilities in a beautiful setting? Why not join a Dartmoor parkrun? They take place every Saturday at 9am at Parke, the Plym Valley and Killerton.

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