Amazing days – all 15 miles away or less.
This lovely annual event is held at Woodovis Park in August. A wonderful afternoon of fun in the park. Music, cream teas, dog shows, stalls, runner duck racing, and a whole lot more! View previous photos here. Dates will be displayed on our Whats On page.
Don’t forget you can hire E-bikes from us. We set you off with suggested routes to take in beautiful sights, country pubs, cream teas and cool sparkling rivers to paddle in. It’s all you need to make the most of both the Tamar Valley AONB and Dartmoor National Park.
Really discover Dartmoor on a guided walk or try a navigation course. Run by experts who can explain the moorland in as much detail as you want, making it all the more interesting and fun.
Tavistock is a beautiful and friendly town that is worthy of any visitor, the ancient stannary town possesses world heritage status setting this town apart. The vibrancy and uniqueness of Tavistock is undeniable with a a range of beautiful local independent shops. Don’t miss the famous pannier market, full of fantastic stalls and beautiful crafts. Tavistock has wonderful architecture, unique shops and amazing locally produced food. Tavistock is well worth a visit.
What’s better then splashing around in a pool on Dartmoor? Do our Widgery Cross, Brat Tor (& a secret poem) walk and you’ll come across this lovely pool. With cows watching on in amazement, you’ll have a great day to remember.
Made to measure guided walks that help you discover the magical essence of Dartmoor at your own pace.
Enjoy the splendour of Dartmoor up close on a full or half day guided tour. These superb e-bikes make cycling fun –even on the hills.
At 365 square miles, Dartmoor is the largest open space in southern England. It has wild open moorland, granite tors and wooded river valleys all of which make wonderful walking territory.
The Drake’s Trail has something for all age groups and fitness levels, starting with the new off-road cycling section between Tavistock and Plymouth. You can also download podcasts from the website for a guided audio tour!
These routes offer walkers and cyclists some of the most varied and rewarding routes in the South West, as well supporting the villages of the Valley along the way. Cycle routes suitable for more experienced riders.
By train and by foot is a great way to explore our lovely Tamar Valley (and beyond). Not only an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, but also a World Heritage Site!
This is a fortified medieval house and richly planted garden with a quay, mill and variety of woodland walks, a mile or so riverside walk from Calstock.
This is 8 acres of glorious gardens, including a two-acre walled garden, with some wonderful panoramic views over stunning South Devon landscape. Teas and light lunches are served in the house.
This is a 13th century abbey, later converted into the home of Sir Francis Drake. Explore the legendary life of Sir Francis Drake and the Armada.
Undulating moorland course with magnificent views over Dartmoor National Park.
Coarse and Specimen Carp angling. Just 1 mile from Woodovis, this is a place to relax and enjoy the tranquillity of the countryside around. With three lakes and 2 smaller waters to choose from, you can have endless days of fun.
One of the South West’s premier fishing venues, with 5 trout fishing lakes.
A beautiful woodland walk along the top of the gorge leads down to the spectacular 90 foot White Lady waterfall. This is not the easiest of walks, with plenty of steps throughout! It’s well worth it though!
Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game. Locate hidden containers using a GPS device and then share your experiences online. The Tamar Trails has a great Hidden Depths Geocashe Trail.
Tree surfing is an adrenalin-pumping, heart-thumping bird’s eye experience. This amazing adventure up in the woodland canopy is just minutes away from Woodovis Park.
Excellent indoor climbing centre just a few miles from Woodovis.
Enjoy a trip on the beautiful River Tamar from Morwellham to Cotehele. A guide is with you all the way, and the gently flowing river takes the strain out of it all!
This can be one of the most enjoyable ways of seeing Dartmoor. You can usually choose between gentle one-hour treks to all-day rides for those who are more experienced.
Cycle Okehampton to Lydford 11 miles, 18 km, via Meldon and Lake Viaducts. It is mostly traffic-free on a former railway line. Cycle hire is available here.
This is a 1000-year-old riverside village, port and mine set in 200 acres that have been restored and brought back to life. This is just 3 miles from Woodovis.
This makes a fun packed day out for all the family to see donkeys, rabbits, ducks, pigs, lambs and calves. With a huge indoor play barn this makes a great wet weather option too.
Plenty of adventure play areas – even a ball pool for adults. Shire horse and pony rides. Falconry displays, crazy golf, indoor skittles, dodgems, chess, and ten-pin bowling.
Tavistock’s own ‘Hogwarts’! If you’re in to proper swimming training, then why not enjoy the use of Mount Kelly’s amazing 50m Olympic Legacy swimming pool. Drop in times vary, Mon – Fri, 9 – 11am or 7.30 – 9.30pm.
Out & About
Rest and Relaxation- Tripadvisor.co.uk 2024
Comfortable and clean in a beautiful location . A lovely peaceful location where you can choose to relax and unwind from your busy lifestyle or take daily drives to some outstanding locations near by or further afield. What ever you choose you won’t be disappointed.
Beautiful Relaxing Campsite- Tripadvisor.co.uk 2024
Beautiful, spotless Campsite. Very peaceful and relaxing. Extremely Eco friendly. Loved the swimming pool and spa and even had it completely to ourselves on a couple of occasions. The staff are all very friendly. We will delivery visit again!
We shall return, without a doubt! - Tripadvisor.co.uk 2024
An excellent weeks stay at Woodovis. Clean, warm, well stocked accommodation. Friendly, helpful staff. Plenty to do from the site both on the Moor and off. We’re not big swimmers but even we had a dip and Jacuzzi in the free, beautifully maintained pool. We shall return without a doubt.
Love this place- Tripadvisor.co.uk 2024
Excellent site, immaculately kept. So much more that I discovered this time – the enclosed field for dog walking, the amazing doggy spa, the snack shack and amazing visiting pizza trailer.
Positioned in an outstandingly beautiful place surrounded by so many places of interest and things to do. Super friendly staff. Will be back of course!
Excellent site with lots of fantastic facilities- Tripadvisor.co.uk 2024
Excellent site, the faculties were fantastic, everything you could think of. The indoor pool and spa was great, doggie wash, bike wash and plenty to do. Nice and peaceful at night. All the staff were very friendly and helpful, with a good shop. Close to the lovely town of Tavistock and National Trust places.
Amazing - Tripadvisor.co.uk 2024
Flawless experience from booking, pre-arrival communication, check-in, facilities & great customer service. So helpful to us on our first camping trip, assisted with tent/pegs & even provided correct power cable!
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