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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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Things to Do in Devon This Summer 2026 – 36 Family Days Out and Events to Enjoy!
Discover the best family attractions, activities and summer holiday fun across Devon! Get ready for a summer packed with adventure, excitement and unforgettable family memories
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July 13, 2026

How Can You Make the Most of Multi-City UK Travel from Dartmoor to Edinburgh?
Few journeys capture the variety of Britain quite like a trip that begins on the windswept moors of Devon and ends among the medieval closes
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July 13, 2026

Why Your Next Dartmoor Escape Should End at Sea
The logistics of a holiday often dictate its success long before you pack a bag. For anyone spending time in the South West, the temptation
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July 13, 2026

Staying Warm on Dartmoor: How Night Briquettes Help You Heat a Cottage Overnight
Dartmoor is breathtaking in winter — frost-dusted moorland, quiet trails, and skies full of stars. But anyone who has stayed in or owns a cottage
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July 1, 2026

Meeting People While Traveling: How to Make Connections During a Dartmoor Trip
Travel changes shape the moment another person enters the frame. Dartmoor, with its windswept tors and wandering ponies, looks like solitude itself — but it’s
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July 1, 2026

Top 11 Vacation Rental Platforms for Discovering Dartmoor National Park in 2026
Planning a trip to Dartmoor National Park means finding accommodation that puts you close to ancient tors, wild ponies, and some of England’s most dramatic
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July 1, 2026

Races and the World Cup!
We are showing the England vs Ghana World Cup match on Tuesday 23rd June at the Racecourse. This will be shown straight after racing at 9pm.
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June 11, 2026

A Tale of Two Valleys: Exploring the Dramatic Landscapes of East vs. North Dartmoor
Dartmoor is one of those places that gets under your skin. It is wild, ancient, and full of surprises. But here is something that many
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June 10, 2026

A Literary Journey Across Dartmoor: Places That Inspired Famous Authors and Their Books
Dartmoor is not gentle. It does not welcome visitors with warmth or easy paths. It offers fog, granite, and silence — and for centuries, writers
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June 6, 2026

Dartmoor Preservation Association and Moorland Guides collaborate on brand new retreat for creative changemakers
Following the success of their Wild Words project, (which has been recognised and listed by the Exeter UNESCO City of Literature) Dartmoor Preservation Association have
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May 23, 2026

Tech-Free Dartmoor: How To Plan a Wilderness Digital Detox Trip
These days, people are more overloaded than ever before. If it’s not family and work, it’s a slew of notifications, messages, and digital interactions. Over
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May 20, 2026

Prestigious National Walling Competition comes to Dartmoor
The Ellwood Classic Walling Competition comes to Merrivale on Saturday 27th June 2026. The Dartmoor Preservation Association is sponsoring the event, with generous support from
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May 11, 2026