Things to Do in Widecombe in the Moor
24 attractions and days out
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⭐ 4.6
Horse Riding
Shilstone Riding Centre
Saddle up for countryside adventures at this Dartmoor riding centre, offering equestrian experiences in stunning Widecombe scenery with onsite refreshments and parking available for visiting families.
⭐ 4.6
3.7 mi away
Sightseeing & Attractions
River Dart Country Park
A family-friendly countryside venue near Ashburton offering accessible facilities including parking, toilets and baby changing, though visitors should note outside food isn't permitted.
⭐ 4.8
4.5 mi away
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Ashburton Swimming Pool
This welcoming community pool on Love Lane offers family-friendly facilities including accessible toilets, baby changing rooms and an onsite restaurant, though visitors should note there's no parking available.
⭐ 4.5
4.8 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.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Bovey Tracey Swimming Pool
A family-friendly community pool in the heart of Bovey Tracey with wheelchair access, baby changing facilities and convenient nearby parking. Perfect for a refreshing swim whatever the weather.
⭐ 4.5
5.8 mi away
Museums & Galleries
House of Marbles
Watch skilled craftspeople create beautiful glass marbles and explore millennia of glassmaking tradition at this fascinating Bovey Tracey museum, housed in a historic pottery building with full accessibility.
⭐ 4.7
6.3 mi away
Railways & Transport
South Devon Railway
Step back in time aboard vintage steam locomotives journeying through breathtaking Devon landscapes, with hands-on displays to discover and fully accessible facilities for families with wheelchairs and pushchairs.
⭐ 4.6
6.3 mi away
Zoos & Animal Parks
Buckfast Butterflies and Otter Sanctuary
Meet playful otters and walk among colourful butterflies at this charming wildlife sanctuary within a Steam and Leisure Park, featuring wheelchair access, onsite dining and parking.
⭐ 4.6
6.4 mi away
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Buckfastleigh Swimming Pool
Family-friendly pool in Victoria Park with convenient facilities including baby changing, nearby parking, and an onsite restaurant where you can grab refreshments or enjoy your own picnic.
Climbing & Bouldering
Dart Rock Climbing Centre
Scale indoor walls at this climbing facility where all ages can test their skills, with an onsite restaurant and picnic-friendly policy to keep everyone fueled for adventure.
National Parks & Reserves
Dartmoor National Park
Discover wild moorlands, ancient caves and scenic walking routes across this stunning landscape perfect for family adventures. Wheelchair and pushchair accessible with facilities available throughout the park.
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.
⭐ 4.8
7.7 mi away
Lidos & Outdoor Pools
Chagford Swimming Pool
This family-friendly lido in Rushford welcomes visitors with excellent facilities including accessible toilets, baby changing areas, parking and an onsite restaurant where you can grab refreshments.
⭐ 4.8
7.8 mi away
Farm Parks
Pennywell Farm
Experience non-stop fun at the region's largest interactive farm, where families can meet over 150 animals and enjoy continuous scheduled activities including adorable piglet encounters and exciting races.
⭐ 4.7
8.1 mi away
Parks & Play Areas
Canonteign Falls
Adventure through Devon's dramatic Teign Valley at this spectacular natural attraction featuring cascading waterfalls and 80 acres of scenic parkland to discover with the family.
⭐ 4.3
8.6 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.
⭐ 4.5
8.7 mi away
Castles & Palaces
Castle Drogo
Step into England's youngest castle near Exeter, where early 20th-century grandeur meets stunning gardens and fascinating collections in a dramatic Dartmoor setting.
⭐ 4.6
9 mi away
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Kingsteignton Swimming Pool
This family-friendly leisure pool welcomes visitors of all ages and abilities, with excellent facilities including changing rooms, refreshments, and picnic areas. Fully accessible with onsite parking.
⭐ 5.0
9.3 mi away
Escape Room Challenges
Devon Escape
Challenge your family's problem-solving skills at this engaging escape room venue in Plymouth's Lemon Place, featuring pushchair-friendly spaces and baby-changing facilities for younger visitors.
⭐ 4.6
9.3 mi away
Lidos & Outdoor Pools
Chudleigh Lido
This community outdoor pool at Chudleigh Primary School offers refreshing summer swims with snacks available on-site, though facilities are limited and it's not suitable for wheelchairs or babies.
Indoor Soft Play
Tumbling Teds Playhouse
Let your little ones burn off energy at this Newton Abbot indoor play centre featuring exciting climbing frames, treehouse fun and ball pits, plus an onsite café and free parking.
⭐ 3.5
9.3 mi away
Indoor Soft Play
Bear Feet Playcentre
A wheelchair-accessible soft play venue with onsite restaurant and parking, featuring baby changing rooms and facilities designed for families with young children to enjoy active indoor fun.
Arcades & Gaming
Insanity Gaming Arcade Newton Abbot
Step into this lively gaming venue where families can enjoy classic and modern arcade machines in a pushchair-friendly space, complete with baby changing facilities for convenient visits with little ones.
⭐ 4.6
9.6 mi away
National Parks & Reserves
Decoy Country Park
This expansive park near Newton Abbot combines lakeside walks, woodland trails and sports fields with adventure playgrounds and a splash pad, plus an onsite café for refreshments.
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