The Donkey Sanctuary
19 April 2026
The focus here is on the animals, so there are no rides or play parks, just rescued donkeys to see and stroke. The Donkey Sanctuary is dog-friendly and admission is free.
Places To Visit near Ottery St Mary
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The Donkey Sanctuary
The focus here is on the animals, so there are no rides or play parks, just rescued donkeys to see and stroke. The Donkey Sanctuary is dog-friendly and admission is free.
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Bicton Park Botanical Gardens
There's plenty to keep you busy here, with 63 acres of stunning gardens, historic glass houses and a woodland railway. Not to mention an Italian garden, Mediterranean and rose gardens, fernery, hermitage garden, pinetum and arboretum. Bicton also boasts 25 champion trees - the tallest/largest of their kind in Britain. At a dizzying 41m, the Grecian fir is the tallest ever recorded. Outdoor and indoor play areas, mini golf, a restaurant, shop and garden centre make it a great day out for all the family. Accepts Tesco Clubcard Days Out Vouchers.
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Connaught Gardens
In a lovely setting overlooking Sidmouth and the bay, these gardens offer a fine range of plants which thrive in the temperate climate. A leafet with a guided walk is available from the attached Web site. The Clock Tower Cafe serves light refreshments throughout the day.
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Blackbury Camp
Dating from the Iron Age, this hillfort with its striking ramparts is situated amongst a wealth of woodland. There is plenty of space for children to burn off their energy and for families to enjoy a picnic with a view.
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Cadhay House and Gardens
A splendid manor house built in 1550 and restored by the current owner to its former glory. Plan your visit in advance as the house and gardens are only open to the public on Friday's from May until September as well as late Spring and August Bank Holidays.
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Hybrid Gallery
This town centre Georgian town house with old drawing rooms, show cases paintings and ceramics from a variety of local artists. There is also an outside space worth seeing which displays sculptures and garden features.
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Otter Nusery Garden Centre
A lovely, well stocked garden centre with restaurant. Something to do on a rainy day!
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Sidbury Manor
Since being built in the 1870's this house has been owned by the Cave family. The house stands in parkland in the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and limited tours are now available. Use the contact details via the attached Website to book your place!
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Thelma Hulbert Gallery
The gallery is in a Georgian town house and was the former home and studio of the artist. This now includes the original artist's studio along with exhibition space and displays unique artwork and sculpture.
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Turk's Head Lodge
Weather not up to scratch? Get your skates on. There's an indoor synthetic ice skating rink here, along with a cafe, bar and restaurant. Perfect for the children on a rainy day.
Places To Visit near Ottery St Mary
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Bicton Park Botanical Gardens
4 November 2024
There's plenty to keep you busy here, with 63 acres of stunning gardens, historic glass houses and a woodland railway. Not to mention an Italian garden, Mediterranean and rose gardens, fernery, hermitage garden, pinetum and arboretum. Bicton also boasts 25 champion trees - the tallest/largest of their kind in Britain. At a dizzying 41m, the Grecian fir is the tallest ever recorded. Outdoor and indoor play areas, mini golf, a restaurant, shop and garden centre make it a great day out for all the family. Accepts Tesco Clubcard Days Out Vouchers.
Connaught Gardens
26 August 2023
In a lovely setting overlooking Sidmouth and the bay, these gardens offer a fine range of plants which thrive in the temperate climate. A leafet with a guided walk is available from the attached Web site. The Clock Tower Cafe serves light refreshments throughout the day.
Blackbury Camp
Dating from the Iron Age, this hillfort with its striking ramparts is situated amongst a wealth of woodland. There is plenty of space for children to burn off their energy and for families to enjoy a picnic with a view.
Cadhay House and Gardens
A splendid manor house built in 1550 and restored by the current owner to its former glory. Plan your visit in advance as the house and gardens are only open to the public on Friday's from May until September as well as late Spring and August Bank Holidays.
Hybrid Gallery
This town centre Georgian town house with old drawing rooms, show cases paintings and ceramics from a variety of local artists. There is also an outside space worth seeing which displays sculptures and garden features.
Otter Nusery Garden Centre
A lovely, well stocked garden centre with restaurant. Something to do on a rainy day!
Sidbury Manor
Since being built in the 1870's this house has been owned by the Cave family. The house stands in parkland in the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and limited tours are now available. Use the contact details via the attached Website to book your place!
Thelma Hulbert Gallery
The gallery is in a Georgian town house and was the former home and studio of the artist. This now includes the original artist's studio along with exhibition space and displays unique artwork and sculpture.
Turk's Head Lodge
Weather not up to scratch? Get your skates on. There's an indoor synthetic ice skating rink here, along with a cafe, bar and restaurant. Perfect for the children on a rainy day.