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Attractions of Interest to Children
BEACHES
There
are a number of beaches in the area, those closest
to the Hotel being Wembury, Mothecombe, Challaborough,
Bigbury, Bantham, Thurlestone, Hope Cove and Salcombe.
All
these beaches have car parks, but these are not
necessarily alongside the beach. Refreshments are
available at many beaches, but this may be limited
to the summer season.
BUTTERFLIES
& OTTERS, BUCKFASTLEIGH
An
all-weather family visit. Otters are fed three times
daily; underwater viewing area; live exotic tropical
butterflies in a rain forest habitat to wander through;
butterfly hatching area; also birds, fish, terrapins
and other small creatures.
DARTMOOR
WILD LIFE PARK, SPARKWELL
Set
in 30 acres of beautiful Devon countryside with
over 150 species of animals, including a comprehensive
Big Cat collection. Falconry displays are held daily.
MORWELLHAM
QUAY
This
1,000 year old inland port and charming village
became the greatest copper port in Queen Victoria`s
Empire. Amongst other activities, you can travel
a mile underground by train into a copper mine,
try on costumes from the extensive 1860`s wardrobe,
and explore restored harbours, ships, cottages,
workshops and a village school, etc.
PAIGNTON
ZOO
75
acres of conservation in action. New Marie Le Fevre
Ape Centre, new desert habitat, new woodland enclosures
for lions and tigers, new brookside walk through
aviary. One of England`s biggest zoos with over
60 endangered species.
SOUTH
DEVON RAILWAY, BUCKFASTLEIGH
Steam
trains; Great Western branch line; 7 miles beside
the River dart; Picturesque scenery; Living museum;
Time Warp.
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