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21 THINGS TO DO


1,000 years ago and stood for 500 years before Henry VIII closed it. The present day monks returned in 1882 and rebuilt the church on its medieval foundations. The present abbey, at Buckfastleigh, is famous for its stained glass, bee keeping and unique Tonic Wine. As well as the tranquil church there is a delightfully peaceful Physic garden, with a whole host of unusual herbs. A café serves lunches and cream teas. For more information visit www. buckfast.org.uk


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No family summer in Dartmouth would be complete without a day out at WOODLANDS. This well


established theme park manages to provide exhilarating rides without completely losing its woodland feel. For the adrenaline junkie there are fast water slides and a swing ship, and for the more relaxed, peddle boats and petting zoos. There’s also daily entertainment with clowns and jugglers on the lawn throughout the summer, and falconry displays. Located on the main road into Dartmouth. For more information visit www.woodlandspark.com


CANOE ADVENTURES operate steersman guided Longbow Voyager canoe trips for families and


large groups. They make round trips of four to five hours, including riverside stops, along the River Dart. You can join the boats at the Malsters Arms, Tuckenhay or stoke gabriel Quay, on the banks of the Dart. options include a riverside ice cream halt, picnics, flint and steel campfire lighting, dining ashore, a winery visit or a riverbank barbeque, by day or by night. Bookings are essential and are by the seat or by the boat. special family, youth and student rates are given and every age and ability is catered for. Timings follow the tide. For more information visit www.canoeadventures.co.uk.


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Meanwhile SEA KAYAK DEVON will provide guided sea kayak trips and skills courses for all ages


and abilities. Their trips trips will take you around our spectacular coastline visiting remote beaches and getting up close to a variety of amazing wildlife. More details at seakayakdevon.co.uk


For something serene and educational a trip to WEMBURY MARINE CENTRE for a


ROCKPOOL RAMBLE is a delightful way to spend an afternoon. The rambles last for around an hour and a half and are guided by the very knowledgeable marine centre staff, who will help you find and identify the


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