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Stoke Gabriel Take the family to the River Shack


Café in Stoke Gabriel right by the side of the River Dart. A relaxed, rustic, waterside destination offering delicious food and drink in beautiful surroundings. Suitable for all of the family, and dogs are welcome too! Open from late March to November. Enjoy a


gentle walk along the river shore and around the Mill Pond. Stoke Gabriel is a picture perfect village with pubs, shop and even an orchard to explore. There’s a thousand year old yew tree to admire in the church yard.


Quay West Water Park It’s fluming good


fun at this Splashdown Waterpark next to Goodrington Beach in Paignton. From May to September this popular outdoor water park promises a great day out with twisting tyre rides, slippery waterslides as well as a Tiddler Splash Pool for the little landlubbers. Splashdownwaterparks. co.uk


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Ride on the Steam Train Young ones will be captivated by the sounds and smells of the


Dartmouth Steam Railway. Historic engines pull carriages along seven miles of track from Kingswear to Paignton most days throughout the year. For a truly transport-tastic day - extend the journey to the full ‘Round Robin’ (which also includes a boat trip and an open-top bus ride). In the winter, presents are handed out on Santa Special Trains and the famous Train of Lights takes to the rails at night. See page 40


Plymouth Aquarium A little further afield - an intriguing collection of ocean creatures can be


found at the National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth. This is the UK’s largest aquarium and will keep little ones occupied for hours with its octopuses, clown fish and sand tiger sharks. Look out for ‘Friday’ the gentle giant turtle who weighs in at 120kgs (that’s the same as four labradors!) www.national-aquarium.co.uk


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Totnes Rare Breeds Farm A highly interactive experience that can be enjoyed by both children and adults alike. From cuddling


with a Guinea Pig to smoothing the feathers of an Eagle Owl. One of the main aims at the farm is to help in the conservation of rare breeds. From chickens and ducks to Welsh Mountain sheep and Golden Guernsey Goats. www.totnesrarebreeds. co.uk See advert page 48


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