Parke (NT)
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Overview
There's something for everyone at Parke, found on the outskirts of the small market town of Bovey Tracey. You can walk from the town (about one mile) or stop off as you drive to the open moor, where the next stop is the rugged crag of Haytor. This compact estate was once the home of a wealthy local family, and probably enabled them to be self-sufficient for all their day-to-day needs. There are a vegetable garden, fruit garden and orchard, ice house, fish pond, grazing meadows for livestock and beehives for hone; as well as gardens to wander in. Take a short stroll around the garden, or a longer walk through the woodlands and along the river to the medieval weir. Along the way, keep your eyes peeled for a myriad of wildlife and a host of wild flowers.
About the area
Devon sums up all that is best about the British landscape, with its magnificent coastlines, two historic cities, the world-famous Dartmoor National Park and south Devon’s glorious English Riviera. A fashionable and much-loved holiday destination, hiking and cycling in the National Parks is extremely popular among visitors, with a great choice of off-road routes.
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Oakmoor Touring Park
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Ilsington Country House Hotel
This friendly, family-owned hotel, offers tranquillity and far-reaching views from its elevated position on the southern slopes of Dartmoor. The stylish suites and bedrooms, some on the...
Rock Inn
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The Moorland Hotel
Set at the base of Haytor on Dartmoor, The Moorland Hotel boasts 11 acres of landscaped grounds, paddocks and woodland. Wild ponies are often found grazing nearby and the open expanse p...
Finlake Holiday Park
Situated in over 130-acres of Devon woodland, moments from Newton Abbot, Finlake has onsite to keep all generations happy and entertained, including a state-of-the-art waterpark, fitnes...
Twelve Oaks Farm Caravan Park
Set in the stunning, south Devon countryside, this attractive, family run park is on a working farm close to Dartmoor National Park and bordered by the River Teign. A wide choice of tid...
Parkers Farm Holiday Park
Parkers Farm Holiday Park is run by Colin and Sam Parker, with the help of their daughters. Located near Ashburton and Newton Abbot, it’s also within easy reach of Exeter, Plymouth and ...
Bovey Castle
Bovey Castle is a relaxed and welcoming hotel, located in 275 acres of peaceful Devonshire countryside, which includes an award-winning, 18-hole championship golf course. The bedrooms a...
