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Our area
'Overcombe House' is situated within Dartmoor National Park and backs onto Roborough Downs. Within easy reach you have access to activities such as gliding, kayaking, paragliding, moorland and gorge walking, horse riding, cycling, reservoir, fly and coarse fishing and golfing to name but a few. For those of you who enjoy less energetic pastimes there are farmers markets, historic houses, museums, craft shops & galleries, gardens and interesting churches to visit.
These images are by kind permission of the Dartmoor Tourist Association |
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Dartmoor National Park is 368 square miles in area, just over one square mile for each day of the year. With its heather-covered moorland and deep wooded gorges, beautiful lake-like reservoirs and tumbling rocky rivers, thriving market towns and villages, patchwork farmland and craggy granite tors,
Dartmoor is one of the largest and wildest areas of open country in southern England. Nearly half of this is open moorland, with a further tenth covered by forests and woodland.
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Not only is Dartmoor an area of outstanding natural beauty but is also an ecological and archaeological treasure trove. There are nature reserves and sites of Special Scientific Interest, you could be lucky enough to see some endangered birds or discover some rare plants. Why not explore some of the ancient monuments and archaeological sites but please ensure you do not damage any sites you visit. There are the remains of mines and quarries on the fringes of the moor, you will also find ruined castles, pretty villages, medieval abbeys, ancient churches and bridges.
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In the event you have seen all you wish of Dartmoor then why not explore the adjacent Tamar Valley. This valley is a wonderful place to visit, it is an area rich in beauty and heritage. The valley possesses some of the most beautiful and unspoilt scenery in Devon & Cornwall taking this into consideration it is no wonder that the Tamar and its tributaries, the Tavy & Lynher have been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The estuary also provides a very important habitat for wildlife and provides a wintering & passage site for birds.
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| In recognition of the impact that this areas mining history has had on the world; UNESCO granted the prestigious World Heritage Site status to the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape. The Tamar Valley and West Devon are now among only 830 places on earth credited with having “outstanding universal value” and the area now ranks alongside wonders like the Taj Mahal, the Great Wall of China and the Grand Canyon. |
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Weir in Horrabridge
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The delightful village of Horrabridge lies snuggled in the Walkham Valley, where the River Walkham flows over the weir and under the narrow bridge that dates back to 1260(Reputed to be one of the oldest bridges in Devon). Why not visit either of the two village Inns, where varied menu’s are offered, catering for locals and visitors alike.
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The ancient stannary town of Tavistock is only 4 miles away and its roots can be traced back to Saxon times. Today it is the largest town in West Devon where there is a regular pannier market, beautiful buildings, varied & interesting shops, cafes, park, river and canal walks, well work a visit. Tavistock has been voted ‘Britain’s Best Market Town’, ‘The West Country’s Best Food Town’ and ‘Devon’s Best Farmer’s Market’. The ancient abbey ruins date back to Mediaeval times and records show that cream teas were first served here; now cream teas are served all over the West Country.
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| Plymouth is approximately 10 miles away and is uniquely located between Dartmoor and the sea and is a vibrant waterfront city. Soak up the atmosphere of the historic Barbican area, with its marina, aquarium, shops and cafes. Then saunter around to the famous Mayflower Steps where the Pilgrim Fathers bravely set sail for the New World and of course Plymouth Hoe where Sir Francis Drake viewed the Spanish Armada whilst he was playing bowls, or take a boat trip around the beautiful coastline. There are a variety of local shops and national stores catering for all of your shopping needs along with numerous restaurants and theatres.
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David Stephens & John O’Flaherty, Overcombe House, Old Station Road, Horrabridge, Yelverton, Devon PL20 7RA
Tel: 01822 853501 Fax: 01822 853602
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