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Nestled between moorland and sea and surrounded by Food & drink / 42 beautiful countryside, Totnes is a captivating, historical market town on the River Dart. Dating back to 907 AD, this quirky town is dotted with impressive Norman, Tudor Where to stay / 48 and Elizabethan architecture and has a high street full of independent shops and eateries. Getting here / 66 The river provides a stunning backdrop for short walks, waterside eating, kayaking and canoeing, and the whole area is a paradise for cyclists and those who want to get outdoors. There are also many interesting attractions in and around the town with animals, steam trains, museums, castles, cinemas, a vineyard and more.
Every week the town bustles with lively, local traders selling crafts, gifts and food at the Friday and Saturday Markets, the monthly Sunday Food Market and weekly Elizabethan Market (every Tuesday May - September). Regular, seasonal indoor markets will take place in the Civic Hall as well - see website for more details.
With a wide variety of places to stay from thatched inns to dog friendly cottages, historic hotels to contemporary lodges, you’ll be sure to find your little piece of heaven in Devon, and with a lively programme of annual events you can tie some orange racing, raft racing, partying or pride into your holiday*.
Only 3 hours direct from London and Birmingham and 2 hours from Bristol by train, Totnes is closer than you think.
Waterside Bistro * All events are subject to change. Please check our website nearer the time. @visittotnes 4 5
The beautiful town of Totnes - basically like Austin, Texas meets Santa Barbara’s State Street except instead of the beach we have the River Dart Check out and a castle, not to mention our website the lovely rolling hills of the Devon countryside! If you ever get a chance, I highly recommend a trip here.
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@visittotnes 6 SEE & DO HIGHLIGHTS 7 Things to See & Do Paignton Zoo
Whether you’re here to relax or be active and whatever your interests we are truly spoilt for choice here in Totnes, with a wide range of activities and attractions in the area from canoeing the River Dart to animal cuddles and everything in between.
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Memorable Moments For those romantic experiences and lasting memories we can offer everything from a relaxing journey on a heritage steam train to sipping wine on the land where Animal antics it’s produced. From sheep on a farm to giraffe at the zoo, beautiful butterflies to playful otters, if you’re visiting with little ones or At South Devon Railway, sit back and soak up the passionate about animals we have many popular attractions countryside on a ride from Totnes Riverside to in the area to keep you amused. Buckfastleigh via Staverton and feel like 'The Railway Children' at the charming, heritage stations. Look out for their special Dining Trains where you can enjoy a Sunday With over 2,500 animals across 80 acres you are in for a Roast or Afternoon Tea on board. really wild time at Paignton Zoo. Located just 15 minutes drive from Totnes, it’s a place to roam, discover and get Visit China Blue to paint your own ceramics, create a in touch with your inner animal where you’ll find all your hand or foot plaque or try your hand at pot throwing. All favourite species, big and small. beautiful souvenirs from your stay here. The Rare Breeds Farm is a short walk from town but will feel a With the Dartmouth Steam Railway Company you can million miles away in its tranquil location across the line from arrive in Totnes in style with a 90 minute river cruise from Riverside Station, where you can cuddle, feed or just view the Dartmouth offering beautiful views of Agatha Christie’s animals and enjoy food and drink at the beautiful garden cafe. Greenway Estate, local villages and Sharpham Estate along the way. Add on a steam train and bus for the complete Round Robin tour taking in Paignton as well. Don’t forget Pennywell Farm, Otters & Butterflies Visit Sharpham Cheese & Wine to soak up panoramic and the stunning Deer views of the river and area surrounding Totnes, and find Park at Dartington Hall as out about their award winning wine and cheese in a mini well, all a short distance tasting or in depth tour. from Totnes. Deer Park @visittotnes 8 SEE & DO HIGHLIGHTS SEE & DO HIGHLIGHTS 9
The Guildhall Totnes Cinema The Barn Cinema Historical Havens When you visit Totnes the High Street, a perfect Sit back and enjoy the film always remember to example of a house If you fancy escaping this time or place for a few hours ‘look up’ and ‘explore’ to from this era which also you can catch an independent, world or mainstream ensure you don’t miss the boasts a medieval kitchen, movie at the 15th century Barn Cinema at Dartington Hall impressive architecture Jacobean furniture, or retro Totnes Cinema on the High Street. and hidden gems. Victorian pharmacy and The Guildhall (Easter - many more historical October) is tucked behind delights. Further up the Transition Town the High Street down a High Street don’t miss If you’re interested in Totnes as quaint cobbled street. the Fashion & Textiles a Transition Town you can join Built in 1553 on the ruins Museum at Bogan House, a tour on selected dates from of a medieval priory, this one of the best preserved April to October, offering a fun fascinating building has late medieval merchant’s and interactive introduction to seen prisoners, mayors houses featuring costume the movement. Visit some of and soldiers walk through exhibitions from years the environmental, social and its doors. Follow in their past. Both museums economic projects and gain an footsteps today for free - are seasonal. insight into how communities can donations welcome. work together to tackle some of the You can also walk Also visit the 15th century biggest challenges from climate the same path as an St. Mary’s Church with change to energy shortages. Transition Walk Elizabethan merchant at its sandstone facade and Totnes Museum which many historical features - takes pride of place on open daily, free to visit. Be immersed in nature The Sharpham Trust offers mindful retreats at 3 venues on A view fit for a king their 550-acre estate beside Don’t miss Totnes Castle which keeps watch the River Dart near Totnes. You over the town centre with sweeping views of the can stay full board in Sharpham surrounding countryside, or the ruins of Berry Pomeroy House, a Grade I listed Georgian Castle which rest amid impressive woodland in a villa, live in community, working neighbouring village. These English Heritage sites are on the land at The Barn Retreat free to members and offer another glimpse into the Centre, or camp in woodland, area’s varied history. using mindful awareness to
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Through cobbled streets and hidden alleyways, take this walk to discover some of the historical and architectural highlights Brutus Bridge in town. 1 Start at the Town Mill. 4 Return to Fore Street. Here you will find a restored On the corner you’ll find the Victorian water wheel Royal Seven Stars Hotel and The Image Bank and dating from the 17th century Rural Archive which holds and reputedly built on the Totnes a growing collection of site of a medieval hostelry. The Lamb Castle Castle Garden Entrance photographs dating back to 17 5 TH The Rotherfold E 16 the 19th century. Walk up the hill taking N A R R time to observe the rich O W 2 S Totnes Bridge was variety of architectural styles Leechwell CASTLE ST 18 designed by the Devon above the shops. Many
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8 The Elizabethan House Museum is one of the finest restored Tudor town houses in the country. Built in about 1575 for cloth merchant Walter Kellond, it has twelve galleries, a courtyard, and a herb garden. The house has many original features and has been carefully restored. 9 Pass beneath the East Gate Arch, once the gateway to the medieval town and faithfully reconstructed after a devastating fire in 1990.
10 Climb the steps on the The Narrows right to Ramparts Walk. Follow the line of the 16 At the top of the High 17 Return towards the High old town wall behind the Street turn right into Street turning right into the beautiful St Mary’s Church. Castle Street to Totnes Narrows, a colourful area Castle (English Heritage) of town with numerous 11 Totnes Guildhall was built by Judhael, the 11th individual shops and eateries, built in 1553 on the ruins of century Norman overlord of and Rotherfold Square, once the medieval priory, founded Totnes. From the ramparts a cattle market and now High Street in 1088. For centuries it has appreciate the castle’s home to some lively events been the heart of the town, superb defensive position and community seating. 12 The late 15th century serving as a court, prison and enjoy magnificent Both well worth taking the Parish Church of St and meeting place. 360 degree views. time to visit. Mary is built of deep red Devon sandstone and it is 18 Turn left into Leechwell Street then particularly noted for its into the attractive narrow pathway of 120 foot tower and stone Leechwell Lane where you will find roodscreen. the ancient Leechwell, a channelled natural spring reputed to have healing 13 Returning to the High properties. From here you can rest in Street, notice the house of the tranquil Leechwell Gardens before Nicholas Ball, a prosperous continuing to the Civic Square. merchant whose widow married Thomas Bodley 19 Finish your walk at the Civic Square. in 1586, using her wealth to Each Friday and Saturday, you can found his great library enjoy the pannier markets, Elizabethan at Oxford. Charity and Craft Market on summer Tuesday mornings and the monthly 14 The covered pavement The Butterwalk Good Food Sunday Market. arcade known as Butterwalk 15 was built in Tudor times to At the 16th century Bogan Find out more about the protect dairy stalls from the House is the Totnes Fashion and history of Totnes with a weather, whilst the covered Textiles Museum. This is the Heritage Tour from local Poultry Walk opposite most intact Tudor Merchant's guide Kathy Alexander sheltered poultry stalls. House in Totnes. Find them on 07733 197740 Facebook for more information. Totnes Castle @visittotnes 14 SEE & DO SEE & DO 15
Longmarsh Riverside Walk Easy/flat Boots and bikes - 1 mile/1.6km round trip getting outdoors This nature reserve, once a or Longmarsh just past salt marsh and then an old Totnes Rowing Club. Take rifle range, is the perfect a break on the bench to area for a short, easy stroll watch the riverlife or have along the River Dart. Wander a picnic - look out for a The past woodland, scrubland, variety of nature including Shops at Dartington Dartington grassland and a wildflower kingfishers and butterflies. The Hall Shops meadow with the Southern Vary the return route to at Dartington Dartington Hall Marsh Orchid and other come through the wooded colourful species. Start conservation area. Cyclists the path at Steamer Quay can use the surfaced paths but otherwise unsuitable Walk to Dartingtonfor Mainly bikes. easy/flat A385 5 miles/8km round trip
A385 A level trail from Totnes to the route may include The Shops at Dartington cormorants, swans, seals where you can stop for and the elusive otter. refreshment before your Continue on the cycle trail return journey. Part of this alongside Queen’s Marsh or route is accessible to all. extend the walk through the Start the path at Totnes Dartington Estate. Beautiful Dartington Bridge, follow the riverside formal gardens, a tiltyard and Walk path past Totnes Weir. Below several sculptures, including the weir is a sandbank, a one by Henry Moore, await Dartington resting point at low tide you. For more information LongmarshWalk Riverside for gulls, ducks and other visit southdevonaonb.org.uk wildfowl. Wildlife along for a downloadable version. Longmarsh Riverside Cycle from Dartington to Ashprington Mostly flat, steep climbs near Ashprington 5.5 miles/9km (Part of the John Musgrave Trail)
Steep Climb 14miles/22km round trip and interesting places to Steep Climb if you start at Dartington. visit on this trail which,
Steep Climb The Dart Valley Cycleway though strenuous in parts, is a mostly off-road route has some level sections too. Steep Climb which passes right through The route is equally as good Totnes at the mid-point, for walkers as cyclists but between the villages of be mindful that there may Sharpham Trust and Dartington and Ashprington. be bikes around. Ashprington Vineyard There are rewarding views @visittotnes Sharpham Trust and Ashprington Vineyard Franklin Totnes Trail
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South Devon railway far more than a steam train ride 500 yard walk from Totnes main line station. Free parking at Buckfastleigh station, TQ11 0DZ. Refreshment Rooms, Gift Shop, Museum and Gardens.
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@visittotnes 20 SEE & DO SEE & DO 21 TOTNES CASTLES OF DEVON Discover Devon’s castles and delve into the past. From hilltop fortresses GUILDHALL to woodland gems, there’s something to satisfy every curiosity. • Totnes Castle • Berry Pomeroy Castle • Dartmouth Castle • Okehampton Castle
Discover a castle near you: www.english-heritage.org.uk/southwest
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• Home of the Town Council for over 450 years - see the boards in the Lower Hall listing over 600 mayors
• Former local Magistrates’ Court from 1624 to 1974 WINE & CHEESE • See the original cells where prisoners TASTING TOURS, awaited trial and punishment until 1887 BOOK TOURS SHOP & CAFÉ • Climb the 17th Century stairs to the ONLINE ON THE BANKS OF THE RIVER DART, elegant Council Chamber with its plaster NEAR TOTNES, SOUTH DEVON frieze and table where Oliver Cromwell sat in 1646
• Tucked away on Ramparts Walk behind ALFRESCO St Mary’s church CAFÉ
Call 01803 862147 or visit website for opening times www.totnestowncouncil.gov.uk
DOG TOTNES WEDDINGS FRIENDLY We are also licensed to host weddings and civil ceremonies. MULTI-AWARD WINNING WINE AND CHEESE Email for more information [email protected] SHARPHAM.COM · 01803 732203
@visittotnes 22 SEE & DO SEE & DO 23 DONATIONSFREE WELCOME GO BACK IN ENTRY THE WORLD FAMOUS STEAM TIME AT THE ELIZABETHAN ROUND ROBIN
HOUSE PAIGNTON • DARTMOUTH • TOTNES • TORQUAY MUSEUM
• Learn about cooking methods in the Elizabethan kitchen • Spot our spooky resident ghost • Climb our spiral staircase made from a ship’s mast • Meet Totnes’ illustrious son, We reopen in March, however Charles Babbage, who invented groups can still visit the Museum the fi rst mechanical computer in the closed season by prior • The story of Eric, the UK’s fi rst arrangement, please email us. Robot built by WH Richards Whatever your interest in history, from Totnes the Totnes Museum is a fascinating place to spend a few hours Open from 10-00am to 4-00pm Monday to Saturday, in season. 70 Fore Street 01803 863821 [email protected] www.totnesmuseum.org Call us now on 01803 555872 www.dartmouthrailriver.co.uk
@visittotnes 24 SEE & DO SUSTAINABLE TOTNES 25 Looking to a fairer more ecological future
Get up close to our Totnes is recognised as a town where friendly animals Feed the greedy goats sustainability is a local priority and which is Watch the crazy red leading the way in responding to the climate squirrels Learn about and touch emergency. Dig deeper and find out what lies at our amazing owls in an Owl Talk the heart of Totnes and what makes it so special. Cuddle the guinea pigs Plus much more, fun for Totnes has a worldwide reputation as one of the founder towns the whole family! Visit our website for more details. of the global Transition Network. Transition Town Totnes (TTT) 01803 840387 www.totnesrarebreeds.co.uk is a dynamic, community-led and run charity that exists to build resilience for a future with less cheap energy, financial uncertainty, scarce resources and a changing climate. TTT has started or helped develop a wide range of projects that actively build community and demonstrable positive alternatives around local food, the local economy, housing, energy, transport, the arts and health and wellbeing.
Many people come to Totnes wanting to find out more about TTT and meet the people involved. The best way to do this is to come to an event, or join a walking tour where you can visit Cattle • Horses • Sheep • Poultry • Dog Show & Terrier some projects and gain a fun and interactive insight into the Racing • Food Hall • Live Music • Children’s Activities All Day Entertainment with Fantastic Main Ring Attractions. world’s first Transition Town. 01803 732813 • offi [email protected] • www.totnesshow.com To find out more or to book one of the unique Transition Tours, BUY TICKETS AT THE GATE OR PREBOOK TICKETS ONLINE email [email protected] or call 01803 867358. t You can also see a comprehensive list of TTT events held throughout the year on their website.
- Dating back to the 15th century - Magnifi cent sandstone rood screen - Kempe stained glass window - Stunning live music venue - Open daily from 8.45am to 5pm ST MARY’S High Street, Totnes CHUCH Incredible Edible @visittotnes 26 EXPLORE EXPLORE 27 Traditional South Devon villages
Totnes is surrounded by rural and coastal villages full of treasures to explore, many of which can be visited on foot or by bike. Discover old churches and traditional pubs, quaint cottages and narrow streets.
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A3122 Route 3 Route 1 A381 Dartington (3 miles) Ashprington (3 miles) Cornworthy (4.5 miles) Just north of Totnes town A very attractive, unified Set amidst rolling hills and best known for its village with grey stone on the way to Dittisham, association with nearby cottages, 15th century it's home to the ruins Dartington Hall.
church and local pub. of a delightful medieval Dartington Gardens nunnery and a pub. Staverton (4 miles) Tuckenhay (4 miles) Riverside walks by the Dart, Berry Pomeroy (1 mile) Once an important Stoke Gabriel (4 miles) a renowned Inn and the Visit Berry Pomeroy for the industrial village, now a A popular village on the often filmed picturesque historic church used in the delightful waterside River Dart. Traditionally steam railway station. film Sense & Sensibility and retreat with two inns. known for its salmon the romantic castle. fishery and apple orchards. Broadhempston (6 miles) Dittisham (7 miles) Visit the wonderful church Lying deep in the Littlehempston (3 miles) A picturesque village with and it's yew tree which countryside with an Situated deep in a valley, with steep narrow streets high is said to be about a interesting church and flowing streams, pretty stone above the River Dart. thousand years old. lively pubs. cottages and two local pubs.
@visittotnes 28 EXPLORE EXPLORE 29 From hillside to seaside - what’s outside Totnes?
Totnes is central to a variety of Devon landscapes, with the sea, city, moorland and countryside all surrounding the town, so if you’re staying here for more than a few days why not explore the whole area.
Seaside Fancy a dip in the sea or a windswept walk? Visit one of the pebbly beaches or craggy coves along the South Torquay Devon coastline, with family fun on the English Riviera
or dramatic cliffs and long stretches of white sand in the Dartmoor Plymouth South Hams. The South West Coastpath offers a variety of challenging and more leisurely walks with impressive scenery and an abundance of nature along the way.
City If you’re looking for the bright lights of the city Exeter and Plymouth are only a short drive away or easy to reach by direct bus or train. Exeter is Devon’s capital and combines modern shopping with historic features including Roman ruins and the dominant cathedral. Plymouth lies at the edge of the sea and offers waterside eating along the Barbican, stunning views from the Hoe, vibrant shopping and maritime history.
Exeter Moorland
The impressive area of Dartmoor sits at the heart of South West Coast Path Dartmouth Devon and is only 6 miles from Totnes. Journey through this ancient landscape to find chocolate-box villages and towering granite tors, magical woodland and cosy pubs, all dotted with free-roaming ponies. To best explore this vast and varied land you should take a car to ensure you get to see as much as possible in a day.
Riverside Dartmouth offers a lovely day out with a good mix of shops, galleries and places to eat on the banks of the River Dart. Can be reached by boat from April - October.
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Totnes has a wide range of events throughout the year from the weekly markets to the wacky orange races. With all this and so much more in and around the town visitors can easily tie an exciting event into their short break or holiday. Here are some highlights.
All events are subject to AUGUST change and some may be Dartington International cancelled or postponed. Summer School & Festival Totnes Orange Races Rotherfold Artisan Market Dartmouth Royal Regatta MAY Dartmoor Walking Festival Dart Music Festival Devon County Show SEPTEMBER Sea Change Festival Totnes Pride Totnes & Dartington Devon Open Studios Open Studios Trail River Dart 10k Swim Kingsbridge Food & International Agatha Music Festival Christie Festival
JUNE OCTOBER The Orange Races English Riviera Air Show Raft Races in Totnes Canoe Festival in Totnes South Hams Arts Trail For even Summer Open Day Apple Day at Sharpham more listings at Sharpham Dartmouth Food Festival throughout JULY DECEMBER the year check Ways with Words Festival Totnes Christmas Festival the What’s On Totnes and District Pennywell Nativities on our website Agricultural Show Christmas at Paignton Zoo visittotnes.co.uk Kingsbridge Fair Week and Living Coasts Sea Change Festival Dartington International Santa by Steam with Summer School & Festival South Devon Rail Totnes Carnival Train of Lights with Rotherfold Artisan Dartmouth Steam Rail Market in Totnes South Devon Railway 1940’s Festival
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PAIGNTON Walking route TORQUAY WESTON LANE BERRY POMEROY Map is not to scale Stoke Gabriel Berry Pomeroy Castle Map correct at time of going to print nor correct orientation. Brixham Marldon (December 2019). Location of services and facilities may change during the year. @visittotnes 36 SHOPPING SHOPPING 37 Shop local
Totnes is renowned for having a very independent, Fairtrade town with strong ethical values. We are lucky to be able to boast a wide variety of shops, eateries, galleries, salons, museums and more which run alongside the popular weekly markets.
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Totnes offers a really pleasant shopping experience better than any online retail, because many of the businesses are housed in, under or next to quirky, historic buildings, have colourful facades, impressive window displays and beautiful Me and East interiors. Being able to see and feel the products, speak to the retailers and smell the aromas is worth the trip.
You can find everything you might need or want here including contemporary and vintage fashion, handmade shoes, organic bedding, local jewellery, greetings cards, aromatherapy candles, glassware, world gifts, a stylish haircut, craft supplies, books and much more.
Start on the Plains and work your way through town - don’t miss Ticklemore Street with its renowned, local cheese shop and there’s so much more to discover in The Narrows and Leechwell Street as well.
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With its laid-back lifestyle, rolling countryside and easy access to the coast, Totnes has long Sustainable footwear handcrafted been a magnet for the artistically-minded. in Totnes, Devon Est. 1977 For many years, the neighbouring Dartington College of Arts BUY FROM OUR SHOP OR HAVE A PAIR DESIGNED BY YOU & MADE BY US provided an alternative education for aspiring creatives, while the Dartington Cider Press was home to renowned ceramicists. Now, the town boasts several galleries and artist studios, open throughout the year. As you’d expect there’s an eclectic and impressive range of paintings, sculpture and crafts available, with prices to suit collectors and casual buyers of all budgets.
White Space Art is the longest established gallery on Fore Street and exhibits fine art by renowned local and national artists, such as Sarah Bowman and Breon O’Casey. We’ve been handmaking sustainable leather shoes in Totnes for over 40 years. We are proud to make our shoes Alongside the numerous small traders and individual shops as unique as the person wearing them. Choose from 30 in town, the art scene in Totnes offers another reason to styles, over 40 colours and various sole types. Our shoes spend the day strolling along this unique high street. are made by our small team just behind our High Street shop. They can also be resoled and repaired when the time comes. Available in UK size 1-13 including 1/2 sizes and 4 whitespaceart.com width fittings! RESOLE & REPAIR YOUR FAVOURITE CONKER SHOES
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Follow us on Instagram Like us on Facebook @whitespaceart WhiteSpaceArt CONKERSHOES.COM 72 Fore Street Totnes Devon TQ9 5RU t 01803 864088 01803 862490 | [email protected] | 28 High Street | Totnes | Devon | TQ9 5RY @visittotnes 40 SHOPPING SHOPPING 41 The diversity of Dartington Dartington Estate Discover the Dartington estate - a haven of Take a leisurely stroll along the river to The culture and nature outside Totnes. Join us Shops at Dartington and Dartington Estate and experience our Barn cinema, deer park, (approx 30-50 min), where you can spend a historic gardens, cafes & restaurants, day enjoying some retail therapy, catch a lively family events, concerts, hotel & campsite, event, eat some delicious food & drink, watch a craft courses, shops and much more.
film and and even spot some free-roaming deer. >>> Your adventure starts at Dartington.org
The Shops at Dartington has some truly beautiful, unique outlets selling prestigious Dartington Crystal, handmade crafts, accessories and jewellery, traditional toys, kitchenware and local food alongside other local treats. There is also a Do & See distillery on site where Elmhirst Gin is created - a perfect souvenir or gift for those who love a tipple! Visit one of the eateries for a well-deserved snack, meal or hot drink.
Continue on to the historic Dartington Hall and 1,200 acre Estate where you can wander around the tranquil gardens featuring one of the oldest trees in England and a variety of Stay sculptures, take a dip in the river, walk through the woods or let your kids let off some steam in the natural play area. Just The White Hart or Green Table cafe are open every day for 2 miles breakfast, lunch or dinner. Check out the Dartington website outside for a full list of exciting events including theatre performances, Totnes art installations and lively festivals, plus regular films at the Eat 15th century Barn Cinema.
Totnes Information Centre at the Civic Square is open from April to October, Monday to Friday from 10am-4pm*. Explore When the TIC is closed, you can still pick up a visitor guide at The Royal Seven Stars or St Mary’s Church. * Times are subject to change so please check our Shop website for the most up-to-date details.
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Visit the monthly Food Market every third Sunday to find ingredients and ready to eat food from the neighbouring fields & farms with something for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. Karen Miller, Karen’s Cakes
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@visittotnes 44 FOOD & DRINK FOOD & DRINK 45 Fabulous feasts WATERSIDE BISTRO RESTAURANT
Taking your time to enjoy delicious food and drink is a big part of a holiday experience for many people, and in Totnes we’re happy to offer a wide variety of local cafes and independent restaurants on and off the high street or along the river.
We have over 50 eateries in and around town serving everything from a hot drink and cake to a three course meal with most establishments using local and seasonal ingredients to serve dishes from all over the world. If you want something that is truly local visit Roly’s Fudge and watch them make your sweet treat in the shop or Delphini’s who make their gelati fresh on the premises every morning using organic milk from local dairies.
Speciality Coffee Shop Try an artisan coffee made using The revolutionary San Remo Opera 2 at The Hairy OPEN Daily and serving food from 9am until late Barista in the Narrows. Endulge yourself with The Waterside Bistro has been serving up fine food and their homemade sweet or drink using the best locally sourced ingredients for over savoury, mostly plant based 15 years, gaining awards and recognition for its superb specialties. If you fancy a casual dining experience. Famed for its simple, stylish wellness kick ask for a freshly bistro cuisine including fresh local seafood, authentic prepared, organic super Italian pizza, homemade burgers, great steak and vegetarian dishes. Recently relaunched with updated smoothie. Eat in or take away décor, the bistro has a smart new dining area, delicious Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm and Sat, menu additions, a fresh wine list and now offers private 9am to 6pm. You can find dining. There is also a spacious riverside terrace for them at 69 High Street, Totnes drinks, al fresco dining and regular live music. Open TQ9 5PB. Call 01803 867773. 7 days a week from 9am till late, it’s a great spot for breakfast, coffee, lunch or dinner. Take advantage of the Key to food outlets daily happy hour and stay up to date with all the latest offers and events on the website or social media. Use the key to discover Pets welcome your perfect place to eat Children welcome The Plains, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5YS GOLD 2 017/ 2018 and drink and remember to Wheelchair accessible 01803 864069 check the website and stroll Outside area [email protected] www.watersidebistro.com through town to discover WiFi many more places. Special diets catered for
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BEN’S WINE & TAPAS RESTA RANT/BAR CAFE MUMBAI RESTAURANT
OPEN Mon Sat 1 am 1 pm, closed S ndays OPEN Tues-Sun 5:30pm-10:30pm, closed Mondays
nspired traditional tapas ars, o can e pect a arm Since our establishment in 2004, we have become one of the welcome, a relaxed, sociable evening and some of the fi nest most famous Indian restaurants and take aways in the South food and ine a aila le ade from local, seasonal ingredients Hams. Our aim is to make your visit as pleasant and enjoyable that are predominantl organic o r tapas dishes are perfect as possible and to make dining a memorable occasion. Our food for sharing and are e en etter ith a glass or t o of ine is prepared in a style which blends the finest oriental spices e so rce o r ines directl from independent gro ers, to produce a variety of subtle and exotic flavours without over specialising in mid priced, moreish arieties that ha e een spicing. We are open Tuesday to Thursday, 5.30pm to 10.30pm prod ced s staina l o can choose to pic p a ottle of and Friday and Saturday 5.30pm to 11pm and Sunday 5.30pm o r fa o rite ine and some ta ea a tapas to go instead to 10:30pm. Closed on Monday. 5 High St, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5SQ 98 High Street, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5SN 1 5 [email protected]. k 01803 862691 / 01803 866171 [email protected] www.bensfarmshop.co. k www.cafe-mumbai.co.uk
DELPHINI’S GELATO ARTISAN ICE CREAM ROLY’S FUDGE
OPEN Mon-Sat 9:15am-5pm, Sun 10:30am-3:30pm Making handmade fudge every single day for 20 years in the heart of the Totnes community. We make fudge from an old family recipe passed down by the founder s grandmother over OPEN 7 days a week 11am to 6pm from April to October generations. The result is a crumbly, melt in your mouth fudge, made using the highest uality of carefully sourced ingredients. Delphini’s means fresh, home made gelato and hot chocolates of the finest quality – also for vegans! Italian-trained owner Johan 52 ore Street, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5RP 01803 8 0275 [email protected] (“Giovanni” for regulars) makes everything daily on site, using www.rolysfudge.co.uk organic Devon milk and cream, seasonal fresh fruits, Belgian chocolate, Sicilian pistachios, Piedmont hazelnuts, Amarena cherries - and not much more. Flavours change daily, so pop in any time for a free taster – and find out why customer reviews rank Delphini’s Number 1 out of 127 ‘Places to Eat’ in the Totnes area! Find updated dates/times of opening on Facebook. If you've missed advertising in this guide 5B High Street, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5NN and would like to get your business noticed, [email protected] you can still advertise on the website. www.facebook.com/delphinisgelato For more information, please email us at [email protected]
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The perfect 'get away from it all' location. Lovely cottage and close to Totnes, or failing that stay put and enjoy 360 degree views. Trip Advisor
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Open all year Non-smoking Pets allowed Wheelchair accessible En-suite facilities G arden for guest use Children welcome C redit cards accepted E vening meal provided On site parking Tea & coffee facilities WiFi HOTEL D5 DT2 F2 T1 £50-£80pppn SPfrom £75 Licensed S hort breaks available A warm welcome and exceptional hospitality are assured all the year round at this charming, 600 year old stone building. The coach arch leads into a delightful south Room type Selecting your facing walled garden.Variety of en-suite bedrooms S Single room accommodation including family, ground floor rooms, two-bedroom D Double room Accommodation has been cottage - some have their own garden patio or terrace. DT Double or twin room sorted by type and location. Excellent breakfast menu catering for vegetarians, vegans T Twin room and special diets including fabulous buffet with seasonal F Family room C Cot/s available fruits from the garden, served in the relaxing dining room, HOTELS / B&BS NEW garden conservatory or south facing walled garden. Quantity is indicated by Inside Totnes 51 Very peaceful location, however five minute walk to a number after the room Outside Totnes 56 Totnes town and close to the River Dart. Easy access to type, for example: railway and local transport. Totnes has many independent F3 = Three family rooms SELF CATERING shops and the Old Forge offers special discounts when Inside Totnes 57 dining in some of the local restaurants. Free WiFi. Rates (pppn) Outside Totnes 60 Own car park. Seasonal special offers. Prices are per person, per night, based on two people CAMPING 61 Seymour Place, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5AY sharing. Single occupancy is 01803 862174 [email protected] www.oldforgetotnes.com identified by theSP symbol. AGENCIES 62 * *South-facing walled garden @visittotnes 52 INSIDE TOTNES HOTELS, INNS & B&BS INSIDE TOTNES HOTELS, INNS & B&BS 53 THE ROYAL SEVEN STARS KING WILLIAM IV
HOTEL D6 DT13 F1 S1 £50-£95pppn SP£55-£150 INN D3 T2 room only from £90
Located in the very centre of beautiful Totnes, this award Situated in the centre of Totnes, this town centre pub winning hotel is perfectly placed to enjoy everything makes it the perfect choice for a one night stay or short South Devon has to offer. Housed in a seventeenth break. We have five comfortable rooms available with century inn, our comfortable bedrooms, atmospheric en-suite bathrooms. The rooms are light, airy, en-suite, bars and restaurant, combine contemporary style with complete with courtesy trays, TV and WiFi. One of our a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. The Royal Seven Stars large premium rooms overlooks the lovely Totnes high enjoys a prime South Devon location, close to the street. We offer both double and twin rooms, all with large beautiful River Dart and a great selection of independent bright windows. With its classic lunchtime menu, and shops in the centre of Totnes. Local businesses, bistro-style evening menu, The King William IV is also attractions, events, beaches and countryside are within wonderful for dining and sampling the delights of home easy reach by road, rail and bus. With many different made food from local produce. seasonal special offers on accommodation and dining The King William offers room only, however we there is no other perfect place to stay. recommend our sister pub The Dartmouth Inn which Always book direct for the best price! serves full English breakfasts from 9:00am and is located just a couple of minutes walk down the street. The Plains, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5DD 01803 862125 45 Fore Street, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5HN [email protected] 01803 866689 [email protected] BOOK www.royalsevenstars.co.uk DIRECT FOR www.kingwilliamtotnes.co.uk THE BEST * * Outdoor PRICE terrace @visittotnes 54 INSIDE TOTNES HOTELS, INNS & B&BS INSIDE TOTNES HOTELS, INNS & B&BS 55 O R SEASONS EST HO SE THE GREAT GRUBB
EST HO SE D6 T2 F1 £3 .50-£ .50pppn SP ro £50 B&B D4 T1 S1 DT1 C1 £45-£60pppn SP£64
A warm welcome and exceptional hospitality await you A very warm welcome awaits you at The Great Grubb. at the award winning our Seasons. We are a family run bed Awarded Trip Advisor’s ‘Certificate of Excellence’ again and breakfast, catering for people looking for short, long in 2019 and achieving the rating of ‘Superb’ as reviewed or weekend breaks, summer holidays or working in Totnes by our guests on Booking.com, we aim to make your stay or South Devon area. Only yards from the centre of just perfect. Situated in the beautiful Elizabethan market Totnes and close to all amenities. All our rooms are en suite, town of Totnes, we are only a short walk from the railway comfortably furnished and have T , beverage tray, toiletries, station, castle and town centre. Our selection of single, towels, radio clock alarm and hairdryer. We have a ground double, king and twin rooms are all en-suite and include fl oor room for those with slight mobility problems. Residents free WiFi. lounge also on the ground fl oor and free WiFi throughout. Guests enjoy unlimited access to the conservatory, ull nglish, continental, gluten free or vegetarian breakfast south-facing patio and terraced garden. Our car park and with fresh fruit and berries all year and from our extensive storage areas for bikes are CCTV monitored. We serve a organic fruit garden when in season. Awarded Trip Advisor comprehensive breakfast menu and are experienced in Certifi cate of Excellence 2012/13/14/15/16/17/18/19. catering for those with specific dietary needs. Pets and hildren welcome and pets by arrangement. young families welcome. 13 Bri etown, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5 B 01803 8621 6 0 880 580 58 0 896 669121 Fallowfields, Plymouth Road, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5LX in o@ ourseasonstotnes.co.uk 01803 849071 [email protected] BOOK www. ourseasonstotnes.co.uk 2019 www.thegreatgrubb.co.uk DIRECT FOR THE BEST PRICE
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B&B D2 DT1 £40-£50pppn SP£60-£80
Luxury en-suite double rooms with 5ft beds and amazingly comfortable mattresses. Locally produced bacon, sausages and eggs. Vegetarian and Vegan options. WiFi, TV’s, tea/coffee trays, organic fudge and biscuits, hairdryers and dressing gowns. Carafes of filtered water. Former farmhouse with a beautiful south- facing garden and patio in rural Dartington village close to award- winning 14th century thatched Cott Inn. One mile from Totnes station and medieval Dartington Hall Estate. Additional single bed (and bath), or double sofa bed. Free parking. Singles welcome. Dartington, Totnes, Devon TQ9 6DJ 01803 862484 / 07974 799004 [email protected] www.dartingtonbnb.co.uk
SELF CATERING £295-£395 per week THE COTT INN Situated on the ancient Narrows in the heart of the historic market town of Totnes. Close to shops, bustling markets and excellent restaurants making it an ideal base to explore this exciting and cosmopolitan town. It’s also convenient for walks following the River Dart to Ashprington and to Dartington Hall. There are two flats available. Both are comfortable one bedroom flats on the second floor over shops and owner’s accommodation. INN D2 DT1 from £72.50pppn SP£125 Both flats contain a lounge/diner with TV, separate newly A stunning 14th century thatched pub situated in the peaceful fitted kitchen with all mod cons and bathroom with bath village of Dartington, less than 2 miles from Totnes and and shower. Flat 2 has a spacious bedroom with beams surrounded by beautiful countryside. This family owned inn and comfy double bed and lounge area with views serves award winning food and local ales and ciders, and offers overnight accommodation in luxury boutique bedrooms.Come overlooking over the beautiful historic Narrows. and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere with cosy log fires during the Flat 3 has twin beds and a living area. Linens and winter months and a large pretty garden with a fabulous alfresco electricity included. kitchen serving delicious food throughout the summer. Recently named Best Pub in Britain in the Great British Pub Awards. 93 High Street, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5PB Cott Lane, Dartington, Totnes, Devon TQ9 6HE 01803 867391 / 07853 299820 01803 863777 [email protected] [email protected] www.cottinn.co.uk * *from £60 per night
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SELF CATERING £630-£735 per week £90-£105 per night SELF CATERING £360-£630 per week
Beautifully renovated, two bedroom, 500 year old cottage. Beautifully renovated cosy listed townhouse. Perfect location Sleeps four. Quiet location, close to High Street. Wood flooring, a at the top of historic Totnes, near the castle. Within walking lovely home from home. Fully-equipped kitchen, TV, DVD player, distance of independent shops, cafes, pubs. Close to railway free WiFi internet. Excellent bath and shower. Central heating for station, car parks, river, moor, coastal walks and beautiful winter stays. All linen and towels provided. Charming garden. beaches. Ideal base for visiting South Devon. Sleeps 5: 2 double and 1 single bedrooms. Comfortable lounge with log burner, TV/ Private parking. No Smoking. You’ll fall in love with cottage DVD. Fully equipped kitchen, excellent bathroom and second and town. “We’ve stayed from New Zealand to Sweden, Alaska toilet. Metered gas/electricity & free logs. Laundry outhouse to Chile. This is the best equipped. All comforts of home. in small courtyard. Linen/towels provided. Steep stairs. Thank you so much.” AP from USA. Short breaks out of season only. 4 North Street, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5NZ 19 Leechwell Street, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5SX 07973 139908 [email protected] BOOK 07890 729777 [email protected] BOOK www.priorycottage.com DIRECT FOR www.totnes-house.weebly.com DIRECT FOR THE BEST THE BEST PRICE PRICE
1A ROWSELLS LANE
SELF CATERING £450-£630 per week £70-£90 per night The spacious lounge/dining room with vaulted ceiling in this two bedroom upside down house boasts great views of Totnes and the River Dart. Easy walking distance of the railway station and Totnes centre in a quiet location. Sleeps four (one double, We hope our guide provides one twin) separate kitchen. Secluded garden with overlooking balcony. Short breaks available out of high season. you with all the information you 1a Rowsells Lane, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5AG 07793 583020 need during your stay. [email protected] www.1arowsellslane.co.uk To keep up to date with special offers and events, sign up for our If you've missed advertising in this guide newsletter on our website and and would like to get your business noticed, follow us on social media. you can still advertise on the website. For more information, please email us at [email protected]
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For a truly unique in the heart of the experience and way to countryside - the perfect really unwind why not way to bond with your come to Totnes and go loved ones and won’t cost camping? Either bring your the earth. own tent or campervan to SELF CATERING Sleeps 14 £513-£2,012 per week one of the local campsites There are many more National and Regional Award Winning luxury holiday cottages or why not go glamping campsites in the area sat in beautiful countryside just 2 miles from Totnes. A choice and stay in a cosy yurt on the Visit Totnes site of 3 Visit England 5 star gold accredited holiday cottages:- The Coach House (sleeps up to 6) in 3 en-suite bedrooms, or shepherd’s hut. Swap or national and regional The Stable (sleeps up to 4) , The Hayloft (sleeps up to 4). your phone for a board camping and glamping Beautiful orchard garden and secret garden with BBQ lodge game and enjoy a picnic websites. for the exclusive use of guests. or toasted marshmallows
Aish Cross House, Aish, Stoke Gabriel, Devon TQ9 6PT 01803 782022 [email protected] BOOK www.aishcross.co.uk DIRECT FOR THE BEST PRICE
JACK’S COTTAGE
Camp Dartington
SELF CATERING £450-£950 per week BEARA FARM CARAVAN & Jack’s is a beautifully presented and very well equipped CAMPING SITE detached barn set in 300 acres of farmland which you are welcome to enjoy. The cottage overlooks the rolling Devon £6.50-£7 per night hills. The barn was fully converted in 2009 to the very highest Reduction for children standards and is ideally suited to either a young family or couples looking for a peaceful retreat in an area of unspoilt Situated in an idyllic 3.5 acre level meadow, close to the River natural beauty. Two double en-suite bedrooms, one king and Dart. Shower, toilets and spring water. Voted one of the top ten venture sites by AA (84% rating). Member of Camping and one super king (or 2 singles). Oil fired central heating and Caravanning Club and ANWB (Holland). Cosmos Travel Top woodburner, instant hot water. 100 Rural Site. Easy reach sea and Dartmoor. Ice packs frozen. Harberton, Near Totnes, Devon TQ9 7SS Pets allowed. Brochure by request. 01803 862365 / 07887 776146 BOOK Colston Road, Buckfastleigh, Devon TQ11 0LW [email protected] www.jacksdevon.co.uk DIRECT FOR THE BEST 01364 642234 PRICE
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Totnes Information Centre at the Civic Square is open from April to October, Monday to Friday from 10am-4pm*.
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Barnstaple Travel Information SOMERSET Bideford A361 Totnes has excellent road and rail links with a A39 direct train service from London making it an easy destination to visit and ideal base to explore A377 M5 South Devon. A30 A386 Exeter By train Totnes is easy to reach by rail and the station is about a 10 A30 minute walk into the town centre. Totnes is on the mainline from London (Paddington) to Penzance. From the Midlands, A38 Dartmoor National Park the North, Scotland and Wales, train services run via Bristol. National Rail Enquiries 03457 48 49 50 nationalrail.co.uk CORNWALL TOTNES By road A38 Totnes is about 5 miles off the main A38 Devon Expressway, midway between Exeter and Plymouth. From Exeter Plymouth direction, take the A384. From Plymouth direction take the A385. The A38 is linked to the M5 at Exeter and the M4 at Bristol. Totnes has good road links to other towns and villages in South Devon.
By bus and coach Sustainable Travel With excellent, national train links and great local bus National Express connections, it’s easy to visit Totnes without having to Totnes has coach links from Heathrow and London Victoria. bring the car. Save the cost of parking while helping to 0871 781 8181 nationalexpress.com save the planet, reduce your carbon footprint and Traveline for bus and any travel information enjoy less stress. With direct trains from London, 0871 200 2233 traveline.info Bristol, Penzance, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Getting around Birmingham and other towns across the UK it’s easier than you think. Travel Devon for information about public transport, walking, cycling and more traveldevon.info
By air Exeter International Airport From Belfast, Dublin, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Guernsey, Jersey, London City, Manchester, Newcastle and Isles of Scilly among others. 01392 367433 exeter-airport.co.uk
By river Totnes is located on the tidal section of the River Dart. Depending on the tide, and the time of year, visitors can reach Totnes by ferry from Dartmouth.
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