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HOLIDAY EXPRESS 2009 5
RARE AND EXOTIC PLANTS
SHALDON WILDLIFE TRUST
PLANT World, located between Torquay and find us: From Newton Abbot follow Torquay signs
Newton Abbot in beautiful South Devon, offers to Penn Inn roundabout (traffic light controlled);
Perfect place to visit for young and old alike
an outstanding collection of rare and exotic From Exeter follow A380 dual carriageway
plants from around the world. The four acres of (signed to Torquay) until it ends at the Penn Inn
Shaldon zoo offers a perfect place to visit
meerkats and intelligent and mischievous yellow-
landscaped gardens has been called Devon’s
roundabout. Plant World has brown tourist signs
‘little outdoor Eden’.
for young and old alike. Set in around
breasted capuchins which are now one of the
from here.From the roundabout, follow signs to
Representing each of the five continents, it offers Milber and Combeinteignhead up the hill for
one acre of enclosed woodland the Trust
world’s top 25 most endangered primates.
an extensive collection of indigenous trees, shrubs
approximately 50m and then turn right.
is home to a unique collection of some of
Our bug room houses our collection of reptiles
and creepy crawlies, spot our free-roaming geckos.
and flowers. A large mature cottage garden and a
Plant World is approximately 1.5 miles out in
the world’s most endangered animals,
Here in our lovely woodland setting you will also
Mediterranean garden completes the collection.
the rolling countryside. We are at the very top of many of which are not found in larger find owls and agoutis living in close proximity to
Choice plants seen in the gardens may be bought
the long hill, on the left-hand side. Telephone zoos. kookaburras and
in the Plantsman’s Nursery – a treasure trove of
01803 872939. Fax 01803 875018, or visit website
sought-after plants.
See the colourful manes and striking features of
Madagascan giant
at www.plantworld-devon.co.uk
Established in 1985, Plant World has been
our marmosets and tamarins from South America
jumping rats.
featured on the BBC’s Gardeners’ World, ITV’s
including our pygmy marmosets, the smallest
After your visit you
Gardens For All, and Channel 4’s Bloom. Children
monkey in the world. Admire our beautiful ocelot
can always go down
will discover the Flowerpot Men, the Yeti On
cats and see close up our four groups of lemurs,
the Smuggler’s tunnel
Everest and Katie Koala in Australia. Parking and
unique to the island of Madagascar.
which leads to the
nursery entry are free. A modest garden entry
Enjoy watching the escapades of our inquisitive
secluded Ness Cove
beach.
charge is made for adults, children go in free. A
Shaldon Wildlife
superb new shop and cafe provide incredible
Trust, Ness Drive,
panoramic views, good food and children will love
Shaldon Devon TQ14
our new safe picnic area.
0HP. Off the A379
Open 9.30am-5pm, seven days a week. How to
Torquay to Teignmouth
Road, Bus 85 to Ness
Take an unforgettable trip around
Drive. Local railway
station = Teignmouth
PLANT WORLD
then bus or foot ferry to
Shaldon.
Devon’s “little outdoor Eden” –
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& rare plant nursery
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 9.30AM - 5.00PM
Acres of unforgettable garden on a
picturesque Devon hillside
Plant World Gardens
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Tel: Kingskerswell (01803) 872939
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(Follow the brown signs from A380)
Penn Inn Roundabout, Newton Abbot
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Telephone: 01626 872234
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OAKCLIFF & LADY’S MILE HOLIDAY PARKS
Oakcliff offers a unique and very
the park, has
made many
exclusive holiday home ownership
improvements
experience with quiet spaces and a hand
to the park
full of unobtrusive facilities. over the years.
Our great location offers fantastic views accross
1976
Enjoy a day at Canonteign Falls and
the Exe estuary with a host of local attractions just
welcomed the
enjoy spring at its best. Swathes of
a stones throw away. With Outstanding view across
arrival of the
the Exe estuary, Oakcliff offers peace and
outdoor pool,
bluebells and wild garlic adorn the
relaxation with a host of local amenities right on
in 1996 the
woodland floor and an abundance of
your doorstep.
pig farm was
birdlife are nesting and rearing their Sister Park to Lady’s Mile Holiday Park, the
knocked down and some of the bricks were re used
young.
Jeffery family bought Oakcliff Holiday Park around
to build the bar and can still be seen ion the
Climb to the top of the Falls, up the old Victorian
4 years ago, however have known the park for
building today. Many other facilities have been
steps and enjoy the spectacular views. You will
many years as owner Alf Jeffery used to cut wheat
added and improved over the years as well as the
walk through our Fern Garden which is currently
on what is now ‘The Warren Point Development’ as
addition of static caravans in 2000.
undergoing extensive restoration and replanting.
a boy!!! The attractive grounds are set around a
As the park is ideally located in Dawlish, the
We have three graded walks for you to choose
19th Century Manor House, complete with butler’s
Holiday Home owners enjoy the luxury of having
from. Whether it is the steep climb to the top of the
cottage and summerhouse which was transformed
the Blue Flag Beach and attractions such as The
Dawlish Warren Nature Reserve right on their
Falls or a leisurely stroll around one of our many OLD Walls Vineyard is situated on
into a holiday park to offer holidays to
doorstep.
lakes you are guaranteed to enjoy the tranquility
steeply sloping south facing land over-
disadvantaged children.
and peace that our estate offers.
looking the village of Bishopsteignton
Many of our owners enjoy the slower pace of life
Facilities at Lady’s Mile include:
Treat yourself to lunch or maybe a cream tea in
at Oakcliff; one of their favourite ways to relax is
• Heated indoor and outdoor Swimming Pools with
and the River Teign.
our Home Farm Cafe. All our food is locally
by walking the coastal path between Dawlish
flumes • Large Adventure Playground
scourced and home cooked. You will find a
The site is a perfect
Warren and Dawlish – this easy walk normally
• Sports Amenities • Games Room
delicious array of mouth watering cakes! Our
setting for a vineyard.
takes around an hour, “depending on the length of
• Palm Beach Disco • Mini Market
• Bar and Restaurant • Wi-Fi Access
Home Farm Gift Shop sells products which
There is evidence of a
your coffee stop” and
are handmade by local craftsmen. We
vineyard here dating
offers spectacular sea
sell Canonteign jams, chutneys, biscuits and back to Roman times.
views.
fudges. The perfect gift to take home. Old Walls is a name
LADY’S MILE Enjoy a Great British Holiday
We look forward to welcoming you at given by the people of
With a fantastic range
Canonteign Falls Bishopsteignton to the
of on site facilities and
ruins of the near-by Bish-
the Blue Flag beach of
at Oakcliff & Lady’s Mile
ops of Exeter summer
Dawlish Warren on
Dawlish Warren & Dawlish, South Devon
palace.
your doorstep. Owning
We have planted a
a holiday home at
good selection of grape
Lady’s Mile offers an
varieties, the best known
enviable lifestyle that
being the “Pinot Noir
the whole family can
Early” variety which is
enjoy all year round.
very much at home in the
Ideally located in
English climate.
Dawlish Warren, Ladys
Mile offers fantastic
Welcome to
family fun with the
Old Walls
delights of Devon right
Vineyard Shop
on your
doorstep. Lady’s Mile
HOLIDA
& Winery
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opened its doors to the
Our wines are
first holidaymakers in
FOR SALE
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now on sale at
Old Walls
1957. Originally a pig
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farm, the park has
£14,995FR
Vineyard
Enjoy a glass of wine or a cream
welcomed camping and
tea overlooking the vineyard at
touring guests for over
our shop and wine centre 50 years. Owner Alf
To book your holiday call
Open Wednesday to Sunday
Jeffery who is now Oakcliff Holiday Park - 01626 863347
and Bank Holidays 10.30am-4pm
taking a back seat and
Lady’s Mile Holiday Park -01626 863411
Old Walls Road, Bishopsteignton, Devon TQ14 8PQ
allowing sons Jason and
Tel: 01626 770877 Mobile: 07529 870901 Paul to look after the
For holiday home sales call 01626 86 20 30
www.oldwallsvineyard.co.uk
day to day running of
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