Dartmoor

Sunlight streams through the trees at the Iron bridge on the River Teign — Sunlight streaming through the trees at the Iron bridge on the river Teign

The gardens at Castle Drogo in the snow (showing a gate and hedges) — The gardens at Castle Drogo mid-winter

A misty morning over the Teign Valley seen from Castle Drogo — A misty morning at Castle Drogo, Dartmoor

Walker, cyclist and Dartmoor ponies, Dartmoor National Park, Devon — Head to Dartmoor and meet some of its famous ponies

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

Places to visit

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Colourful autumn walks

A stag standing on a hillside at Arlington Court

Natural beauty around Devon and Exmoor

As leaves turn brown and the air takes on a chill, why not get out amongst some of the natural landscapes and wildlife that Devon and Exmoor have to offer?

Autumn walk at Castle Drogo

Walk through crispy leaves along the river Teign and afterwards warm up with a hot chocolate in the cafe. There is also a second hand book shelf to browse as you take a break.

Winter fairs

Woman browsing Christmas gifts in the shop

Festive fair

You can take advantage of shopping away from the crowds at Castle Drogo at the annual fair, with over 20 stall holders selling local products.

All the fun of the winter fair at Lydford Gorge

Pick up a Dartmoor Christmas tree and do some Christmas shopping supporting local craft and food producers.

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 autumn and winter colour.

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Girl talking to Father Christmas — Follow the trail through the garden to find Father Christmas

There is a treat in store for children on the weekends of the 15, 16, 22 and 23 of December as they can follow the trail around Castle Drogo garden and grounds to find Father Christmas in his grotto and receive a special present.

Meet the man himself

Enjoy a winter walk through the park at Saltram, Devon — Walk off winter along the riverside at Saltram

Ideas for 'Twixmas' in Devon

Where's best to blow away the cobwebs in between Christmas and New Year? Here are some ideas for things to do after all the festivities - from winter illuminations to great walking spots.

Where can I go?

Visitors in the Dining Room at Christmas at Lanhydrock, Cornwall

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Discover somewhere to visit using our search. In the South West you're never far from somewhere to explore.

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Women and Power - For Me, For Her, For You

For me, for her, for you is a seven track audio work by artists LOW PROFILE - weaving together interviews, songs and recorded messages threaded together with new sound work by collaborator Neil Rose. It’s best when listened to in order, happy listening.

Listen to the artwork

Meet Father Christmas in the South West — Meeting Father Christmas

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Places in the South West host everything from guided house tours and ranger days to walks and runs.

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Crafty ideas for Christmas

Christmas workshops across the South West

From making decorations and wreaths to completing family crafts, across the South West there are Christmas workshops and crafting activities to help you create your homemade Christmas.

A pine cone being used to make a mouse Christmas decoration

Nine handmade Christmas ideas

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

How to create a National Trust gingerbread house

Take inspiration from one of the grand houses in the South West, and create a National Trust gingerbread house.

Finch Foundry

St Clement's Day

Sat 24 Nov 2018

11:00-16:00

Celebrate the patron saint of blacksmiths with us. Blacksmiths from all over converge to compete and have some fun. There will be demonstrations, big bangs, items for sale and hopefully a spot of sunshine, along with mince pies in the tearoom.

Castle Drogo

Late night shopping and supper

Thu 29 Nov 2018

16:00-19:30

The visitor centre, shop and café will be open until 7.30pm for late night shopping. The café will be serving warming meals such as beef chilli, soup and curry and Tedburn Choir will be singing festive songs from 6.30-7.30pm.

Buckland Abbey

Christmas at Buckland - family trails

Sat 01 Dec 2018

+ 22 other dates

10:00-16:00

Experience the sights and smells of Christmas, as Buckland Abbey transforms into an Elizabethan home of feast and festivity.

Buckland Abbey

Christmas weekend family crafting

Sat 01 Dec 2018

+ 7 other dates

11:00-15:00

Fancy something creative? Why not come along to one of our festive workshops?

Lydford Gorge

Winter fair

Sat 01 Dec 2018

+ 1 other date

11:00-15:00

Pick up a Dartmoor Christmas tree and do some Christmas shopping supporting local craft and food producers.

Buckland Abbey

Christmas at Buckland

Sat 01 Dec 2018

+ 31 other dates

11:00-16:00

Step back in time and experience an Elizabethan style Christmas at Buckland Abbey. With cooking in the kitchen, decorations throughout the abbey and the traditional Lord of Misrule causing mischief – it is a Christmas not to be missed.