Dartmoor Business News
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There’s always something newsworthy going on with our hard working Visit Dartmoor member businesses, from their latest programme of events to Murder Mystery Weekends.
Keep an eye on this page for really great offers, new activities, seasonal mini-breaks and sometimes just some really lovely stories!
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Land Management at Sharpitor
Tors are an important and striking part of the Dartmoor landscape. Sharpitor is particularly special, as it is one of the best examples of a
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March 5, 2026
Exploring Dartmoor by Motorhome: The Ultimate Guide to Scenic Routes, Campsites, and Hidden Gems
Introduction Exploring Dartmoor by motorhome is a flexible way to experience one of the UK’s most dramatic national parks without constantly packing and unpacking. Dartmoor
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February 26, 2026

A New Chapter in Devon Dining: Italian inspired, local produce, opening 28th February.
The decision to relocate the San Benedetto’s restaurant to Northgate House Hotel was driven by the opportunity to create more space for diners while also
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February 26, 2026

Dartmoor Zoo has the best year ever!
With a 40% increase in footfall since 2025, Dartmoor Zoo has their best year ever, hitting milestone of over 100,000 visitors for the first time.
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February 9, 2026

Bovey Castle lands major accolade for third year running
Five-star resort Bovey Castle has been named Devon’s best large hotel for the third year running following rising sales and investment. The hotel took home
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February 3, 2026

A Perfect Family Day Out at Dartmoor Zoo 🐾
We recently spent a day at Dartmoor Zoo as a family of four — two adults and our two little ones aged 1 and
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February 2, 2026

It’s a…girl!
Dartmoor Zoo are thrilled to announce their Amur Leopard Cub has been identified as a female and the keeper team have selected her new name.
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December 15, 2025

Wild Words: Stories of Landscape, Connection and Hope
Wild Words is a compilation of writing inspired by Dartmoor. It began as a callout to local writers, essayists, diarists, poets and lyricists and quickly
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November 24, 2025

Bonanza of a Seed Gathering Season achieved by Moor Trees volunteers
Local charity Moor Trees is celebrating a record-breaking Seed Gathering season with a staggering 368kg of fruits, nuts, acorns and berries collected this year! A collaborative approach has enabled more than 343,500
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November 6, 2025

Charities hold double silver celebration as they work together to restore Dartmoor’s native woodland
Not one, but two charities are celebrating their 25th anniversaries this year! South West Lakes Trust and Moor Trees are looking for volunteers for a
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September 29, 2025

Dragan is having barrels of fun at Dartmoor Zoo!
Dartmoor Zoo have teamed up with Devon Contract Waste (DCW) and Olives Et Al to provide some unique, olive barrel enrichment for their Amur Tiger;
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September 2, 2025

Bovey Castle opening grounds for foraging evening
Five-star Devon resort Bovey Castle is opening its Dartmoor grounds for an evening of foraging and gin making this autumn. Dartmoor’s Daughter – a provider
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September 1, 2025