Things to Do in West Devon

⭐ 4.8 1.1 mi away

National Parks & Reserves

Lydford Gorge

Explore Devon's deepest river gorge with spectacular waterfalls and ancient oak woodland along dramatic walking trails. Note that steep terrain makes access challenging for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

⭐ 4.4 6 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Roadford Lake

This family-friendly lakeside activity centre welcomes visitors of all ages and abilities with accessible facilities, dining options, and a dog-friendly policy for outdoor adventures.

⭐ 4.4 7.3 mi away

Castles & Palaces

Okehampton Castle

Explore the dramatic ruins of Devon's largest castle, perched above the River Okement with stunning woodland walks. Family-friendly facilities include parking, accessible toilets and baby changing areas.

⭐ 5.0 7.4 mi away

Trails & Treasure Hunts

The Dartmoor Mystery Treasure Trail

Explore Tavistock and Dartmoor's stunning landscapes while solving clues on this exciting family treasure hunt adventure. Wheelchair accessible with picnic spots, toilets and snacks available along the way.

⭐ 4.9 7.5 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Simmons Park

A wheelchair-accessible park in Okehampton offering outdoor space with onsite parking, though visitors should note there are no toilet facilities or picnic areas available on the grounds.

⭐ 5.0 7.5 mi away

Pottery & Ceramic Painting

Family Art Saturdays

Drop into Tavistock Library every Saturday for creative ceramic workshops where families can craft pottery together in a fully accessible, welcoming space with refreshments available on-site.

⭐ 3.4 7.6 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Meadowlands Leisure Pool

Tavistock's twin-pool facility at The Wharf offers separate zones for lane swimming and leisure splashing, with an onsite restaurant to refuel between dips.

⭐ 4.5 7.6 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Museum of Dartmoor Life

Discover the fascinating heritage and culture of Dartmoor through engaging exhibits that bring the moor's history to life. Wheelchair accessible with onsite parking and facilities for visitors.

⭐ 4.5 7.7 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Play Planet Tavistock

An indoor soft play venue on Tavistock's Crelake Industrial Estate with onsite parking, though visitors should note limited facilities including no toilet access or wheelchair accessibility.

⭐ 4.9 8.2 mi away

Climbing & Bouldering

The Barn Indoor Climbing Wall

Scale new heights at this indoor climbing centre near Milton Abbott, featuring walls suitable for all abilities plus an onsite restaurant and parking for a full family day out.

⭐ 4.3 8.9 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Dartmoor Prison Museum

Step inside Britain's most notorious high-security jail to discover the harsh realities of prison life through authentic cells, exhibits and stories from Dartmoor's 200-year history of housing criminals.

⭐ 4.3 9 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Dartmoor Prison Museum

Step inside Britain's most notorious Victorian jail to discover the harsh realities of prison life through original cells, exhibits and historical artefacts. This fully accessible family-friendly museum welcomes pushchairs, dogs and packed lunches.

⭐ 4.7 9.3 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Tree Surfers

Experience exhilarating outdoor adventure at this active woodland centre near Tamar Trails, offering treetop challenges for families with older children in a natural forest setting.