Finch Foundry
In a beautiful setting in the Dartmoor countyside, this is the last remaining water-powered forge in England. Hourly live demonstrations are always fun at this working water-powered forge.
Places To Visit near Okehampton
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Finch Foundry
In a beautiful setting in the Dartmoor countyside, this is the last remaining water-powered forge in England. Hourly live demonstrations are always fun at this working water-powered forge.
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Kigbeare Studios and Gallery
Situated in pretty woodlands, Kigbeare Studios and Gallery are home to 10 workshops and a gallery all around a delighful landscaped courtyard. Take a look at their website for details of the makers and shows.
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Meldon Quarry
Offering a rare opportunity to visit a former mining environment - view the lime kilns, tramways, wheel pits and much more. This offers an assortment of scenery with the wrought iron viaduct, which now forms part of the National Cycle Route, soaring right across the picturesque valley.
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Museum of Dartmoor Life
Three floors of hands-on exhibits - and you can even mint your own coins.
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New Carlton Cinema
Watch the latest releases here. Tickets and listings are available on line.
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Okehampton Castle
Slightly wonky and tumbledown now, this is the remains of Devon's largest castle. It's now a great place for a picnic by the river, but watch out - it's said to be haunted.
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Places To Visit near Okehampton
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Kigbeare Studios and Gallery
Situated in pretty woodlands, Kigbeare Studios and Gallery are home to 10 workshops and a gallery all around a delighful landscaped courtyard. Take a look at their website for details of the makers and shows.
Meldon Quarry
Offering a rare opportunity to visit a former mining environment - view the lime kilns, tramways, wheel pits and much more. This offers an assortment of scenery with the wrought iron viaduct, which now forms part of the National Cycle Route, soaring right across the picturesque valley.
Museum of Dartmoor Life
Three floors of hands-on exhibits - and you can even mint your own coins.
New Carlton Cinema
Watch the latest releases here. Tickets and listings are available on line.
Okehampton Castle
Slightly wonky and tumbledown now, this is the remains of Devon's largest castle. It's now a great place for a picnic by the river, but watch out - it's said to be haunted.
The Dartmoor Railway
Relax and watch the Dartmoor scenery move gently past the window.