Grand stately homes & centuries-old gardens are dotted all over Devon and Cornwall. And there’s always the world famous Eden Project…
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.
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.
The castle and grounds are lovely to visit, and during the school holidays there are all sorts of fun and adventurous activities going on for the little’uns.
Beautifully sited on the fringe of Dartmoor, Lydford boasts three defensive features. Near the centre is a 13th-century tower on a mound, built as a prison. To the south is an earlier Norman earthwork castle: to the north, Saxon town defences.
This is an early 19th century forge, powered by three water wheels, which produced sickles, scythes and shovels for both agriculture and mining.
Plymouth Gin!! Ooooh! Yum, yum! Plymouth Gin is the only English gin still made at its original distillery. The Black Friars Distillery in Plymouth, the oldest working English distillery – since 1793.
This is an exquisitely furnished and decorated 18th century mansion set in a period garden and 500 acre landscaped park.
Set on a large natural mound, Launceston Castle dominates the surrounding landscape. Begun soon after the Norman Conquest, its focus is an unusual 13th century round tower keep built by Richard, Earl of Cornwall, inside an earlier circular shell-keep.
The grandest and most welcoming house in Cornwall, set in 450 acres of woods and parkland running down to the Fowey river and encircled by formal and woodland gardens, lovely in all seasons.
Its wonderful location, set high on the rugged North Cornwall coast, offers dramatic views. Tintagel Castle is steeped in legend and mystery; said to be the birthplace of King Arthur, you can still visit the nearby Merlin’s Cave.
14th century ruins, once the largest castle in Devon. Although ruined, the gravity defying keep still stands tall in its tranquil setting of woodland and with a river running past.
It stands in a superb waterside location, guarding the entrance to the Dart estuary. Magnificent battlement views and a fascinating history make the castle the perfect venue for a great day out.
Over 900 years old. On a hilltop with super views over the river Dart. Worth a visit when visiting the lovely town of Totnes.
Whatever the season, the garden is a unique and enchanting place that people return to time and time again to find ideas and inspiration.
These gardens have been in existence for more than 400 years. This makes a really full day out. Enjoy The Jungle, the productive gardens, the Lost Valley, Farm Walk and the pleasure grounds.
The famous biomes, tropical and Mediterranean gardens built in an old used up quarry. Plans for a new building to house a desert landscape in a ‘bowed tennis racket shape’!
Internationally known gardens with over 700 different varieties of rhododendrons, camellias, blue hydrangeas and specimen conifers. 50 acres in all.
This tranquil garden and estate is renowned for its glorious position at the head of Carrick Roads, with panoramic views down the estuary towards Falmouth and the sea.
Set in a wooded valley dropping steeply to the hamlet of Durgan on the shore of the beautiful Helford estuary, Glendurgan is one of the great sub-tropical gardens of the South West.
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.
There’s so much to see and explore above and below the five decks of the Golden Hind Museum Ship in Brixham, with many hands on-exhibits, giving visitors of all ages a wonderful insight into life aboard Sir Francis Drake’s Tudor galleon.
An out of this world experience - Tripadvisor.co.uk 2023
The park was peaceful, the pod was perfect and the facilities were spotless and the staff were very welcoming and friendly, been to many camping parks and this one is at the top of the pile and hard to beat!
What a Lovely place to stay - Tripadvisor.co.uk 2023
Lovely peaceful, respectful campsite, great indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi and sauna. Great place to bring your dogs too. Had a lovely caravan that we stayed in, spacious and comfortable. Definitely recommend, even as a stop over if travelling .
Beautiful and peaceful spot - Tripadvisor.co.uk 2023
We had a short stay at Woodovis and were blow away at the effort the team has put into their holiday park. The facilities are immaculate and there is all you could think of and more – a lovely pool, shop, kids play area, games room, clean bathroom and showering facilities, washing up areas and easy access to bathrooms and water for campers. You’ve done a great job Woodovis team, we would definitely come back!
Wonderful – Tripadvisor.co.uk 2023
This place is wonderful they have thought of everything. The site is spacious spotlessly clean quiet it has a perfect dog spa which is free as is the boot wash and cycle wash the toilets and showers clean and never busy, the shop was well stocked the team were friendly helpful and just lovely the dog walk is perfect! The pool was warm and again never busy just a fabulous site we will be back!
Tripadvisor.co.uk 2022
Perfect family site – Tripadvisor.co.uk 2023
Really lovely, beautifully kept park, facilities are perfect for our family. We took our caravan, very spacious pitches, swimming pool was fantastic, the shop had everything you could need, the park was great. We had a lovely time.
Wonderful campsite – Tripadvisor.co.uk 2023
Woodovis is just the best site that we have ever stayed. We stayed in a static caravan which had everything you would ever need. Most importantly it was spotlessly clean. All the staff are so friendly welcoming and extremely helpful! This site is the perfect holiday park in a fantastic location & in my opinion suits every age. There is a wonderful swimming pool with a sauna. Small playground for the children, great walks! It’s just the most peaceful family park!