Lifton
Things to do in Lifton, Devon
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Lifton is a small town in mid-Devon, situated in the Tamar valley between Exeter and the Cornish border. The surrounding landscape is rural, with woodland and moorland characteristic of the south-western uplands. The town sits on the River Tamar, which historically formed a significant boundary between Devon and Cornwall.
Where to stay in Lifton(4)
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Accommodation options in and around Lifton range from country hotels to guest houses and bed and breakfasts. Lifton Hall Hotel is a substantial offering with good reviews from visitors. Tinhay Mill provides guest accommodation, while The Arundell and Kelly House Country B&B offer alternative bases in the area.
Things to Do in Lifton(1)
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Roadford Lake, an outdoor activity centre, is the main attraction listed for the area, offering opportunities for water-based recreation and other pursuits on the lake and its grounds.
Where to Eat in Lifton
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Attractions Near Lifton
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7 mi
The Barn Indoor Climbing Wall
Tavistock · ⭐ 4.9
9 mi
Dragon Archery
Holsworthy · ⭐ 5.0
9 mi
Trigon Farm
Holsworthy Beacon · ⭐ 5.0
9 mi
Hidden Valley Discovery Park
Launceston · ⭐ 4.8
10 mi
Trethorne Leisure Park
Launceston · ⭐ 4.4
10 mi
Okehampton Castle
Okehampton · ⭐ 4.4
11 mi
Museum of Dartmoor Life
Okehampton · ⭐ 4.5
11 mi
Simmons Park
Okehampton · ⭐ 4.9
Camping in Lifton
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Self-Catering Cottages in Lifton
All cottages in Lifton →Cornflower
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £741
Frankaborough Farm Cottages
5 cottages · from £413
Frankaborough Lodge
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £1,116
Broadwood House
2 cottages · from £333
Stowford Barton Cottage - Swallows Nest
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £601
Stowford Linhay
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £277
Carey Meadows
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £453
The Old Broadley Chapel
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £807
Common questions about Lifton
Where can I stay in Lifton?
We list 4 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Lifton.
What is there to do in Lifton?
We list 1 attractions and things to do in and around Lifton.
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