Poundsgate Travel Guide

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River Dart valley from Dr Blackall's Drive. View looking north-west from Dr Blackall's Drive (part of the Two Moors Way) over the deeply incised, wooded, river valley of the Dart. The slopes of Mel Tor are to the right and those of Bench Tor to the left.
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River Dart valley from Dr Blackall's Drive. View looking north-west from Dr Blackall's Drive (part of the Two Moors Way) over the deeply incised, wooded, river valley of the Dart. The slopes of Mel Tor are to the right and those of Bench Tor to the left.
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Widecombe in the Moor: above Sharrah Pool, Dart valley The river Dart in its valley below Bench Tor, with Sharp Tor on the horizon, right. Seen from Dr Blackall’s Drive, otherwise known as the Two Moors Way
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Spitchwich and the River Dart, tranquil and mystical.
Ancient woodland on the Dart River
Exeter Rougemont hotel by Sunday

Exeter Rougemont hotel by Sunday

3.5 out of 5
Queen Street Exeter England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$131 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$131
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Exeter. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Excellent hotel, so central. Staff were friendly and helpful

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Exeter Rougemont hotel by Sunday
The Grand Hotel

The Grand Hotel

4 out of 5
Seafront Torquay England
The price is AU$101 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$101
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Staff very polite, rooms very good, certain parts of the hotel dated.

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

The Grand Hotel
Hampton by Hilton Torquay

Hampton by Hilton Torquay

3.5 out of 5
The Terrace Torquay Devon Torquay England
The price is AU$130 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$130
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (920 reviews)
Location was great, hotel was fantastic rooms very modern & very clean. Beds lovely & comfortable breakfast was great such wide choice of foods to have. stayed here many times now & look forward to coming again

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Hampton by Hilton Torquay
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The Goodrington Sands- Apart Hotel

The Goodrington Sands- Apart Hotel

2 out of 5
16 Young's Park Road Paignton England
Stay at this aparthotel in Paignton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and premium bedding. Popular attractions Splashdown Quaywest and Goodrington Sands ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Amazing!!

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

The Goodrington Sands- Apart Hotel
Plymouth by Charles Hope

Plymouth by Charles Hope

3.5 out of 5
Ford Park Rd Plymouth England
Stay at this apartment in Plymouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions The Box and Drake Circus are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (52 reviews)
We had a fantastic 3‑night stay at Charles Hope Plymouth. The apartment was modern, spotless, and thoughtfully designed, making it feel fresh and welcoming from the moment we arrived. Everything we needed was provided — from a fully equipped kitchen to comfortable living spaces — which made our stay ...

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

Plymouth by Charles Hope
Large Luxury House with Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Cinema close to coast near Shaldon

Large Luxury House with Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Cinema close to coast near Shaldon

Stokeinteignhead ENG
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Newton Abbot. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a water park. Popular attractions Labrador Bay and S W Coast Path ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (192 reviews)
A perfect house for our four generational family get together to celebrate my parent’s diamond wedding anniversary. The hot tub and indoor pool were great. We had a delicious meal by Nina the private chef, who came to the house to cook for us.Thank you

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Large Luxury House with Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Cinema close to coast near Shaldon
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Popular places to visit

Autumn at Decoy

Decoy Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Decoy Country Park, a lovely green space in Newton Abbot. While in this quaint area, you can savour the lively bars.

Decoy Country Park
Mother Swan and her young

Stover Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Stover Country Park, a lovely green space in Teigngrace.

Stover Country Park

Newton Abbot Racecourse

You can take time to visit Newton Abbot Racecourse during your travels to Teigngrace. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Newton Abbot Racecourse

River Dart Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at River Dart Country Park, a lovely green space in Holne. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this quaint area.

River Dart Country Park

Becky Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Becky Falls and enjoy the beautiful countryside during your trip to Manaton. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Becky Falls

Fernworthy Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Fernworthy Lake during your travels in Newton Abbot. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Fernworthy Lake

Activities

Torquay: The extraordinary life of Agatha Christie tour

Torquay: The Extraordinary Life of Agatha Christie Tour

AU$39
per adult
Torquay: The Extraordinary Life of Agatha Christie Tour
Walking Tour of Exmouth in East Devon

Walking Tour of Exmouth in East Devon

AU$40
per adult
Walking Tour of Exmouth in East Devon
Guided Wildlife and Sea Cave Kayak Safari in English Riviera

Guided Wildlife and Sea Cave Kayak Safari in English Riviera

AU$108
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Wildlife and Sea Cave Kayak Safari in English Riviera
Picture 2 for Activity Torquay: The Fawlty Tours Experience - Guided Walk

Torquay: The Fawlty Tours Experience - Guided Walk

AU$29
per adult
Torquay: The Fawlty Tours Experience - Guided Walk
Coasteering Geopark Adventure In Torquay

Coasteering Geopark Adventure In Torquay

AU$89
per adult
Coasteering Geopark Adventure In Torquay
How amazing do these ducks look! We have had hundreds of designs and added them all to a book for you to take inspiration from

Wooden Duck Painting or Pottery Painting-Take item home same day

AU$10
per adult
Wooden Duck Painting or Pottery Painting-Take item home same day
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Cities near Poundsgate

From Venford Reservoir into the valley to find beautiful woodlands.

Holne