Local Family Attractions in South Devon

Just a short drive from the Thurlestone Hotel, you will find some cracking family days out and things to do in South Devon. From top adventure parks to exciting outdoor activities and animal attractions, there is plenty to choose from. Here are some of our favourites, along with distances from the hotel in miles shown in brackets...

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zoos and aquarium

Dartmoor Zoological Park, Sparkwell (18 miles)
Over 200 animals, set in 30 acres of parkland
www.dartmoorzoo.org

National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth (20 miles)
A visual spectacular of the Atlantic Ocean
www.national-aquarium.co.uk

Paignton Zoo (22 miles)
Explore 80 acres of natural habitat and over 3000 animals!
www.paigntonzoo.org.uk

Living Coasts, Torquay (25 miles)
A unique coastal zoo
www.livingcoasts.org.uk

Wildlife

Totnes Rare Breeds Farm (16 miles)
Many rare and endangered species Petting Farm and British Wildlife
www.totnesrarebreeds.co.uk

Dartmoor Miniature Pony Centre, Moretonhampstead (40 miles)
Lots of animals and activities in 20 glorious acres
www.miniatureponycentre.com

Pennywell Farm, Buckfastleigh (19 miles)
Devon’s friendliest day out! Enjoy hands on animal action and lots of play areas.
Award winning indoor and outdoor fun
www.pennywellfarm.co.uk

Buckfast Butterfly Farm & Otter Sanctuary (20 miles)
Many exotic butterflies & moths, birds, fish & terrapins
www.ottersandbutterflies.co.uk

Adventure parks

Woodlands Leisure Park, Dartmouth (12 miles)
Go wild with the best rides in Devon – An action packed day of indoor and outdoor fun for all the family
www.woodlandspark.com

Crealy Adventure Park, Exeter (45 miles)
Devon’s magical kingdom – With lots of action rides with indoor and outdoor fun
http://www.crealy.co.uk

National trusts and gardens

Occombe Farm, Paignton (21 miles)
Free day out at a working farm. Lots of daily events and nature trails
www.occombe.org.uk

River Dart Country Park, Ashburton (26 miles)
90 acres of lakes, woodland and parks along the River Dart with adventure playgrounds
www.riverdart.co.uk

Morwellham Quay, Tavistock (34miles)
Fun filled historical adventure in the heart of a World Heritage site and an area of outstanding natural beauty.
www.morwellham-quay.co.uk

Offers & Breaks

From £790 per room

Spa Breakaway

Spa package available from 1st April - 26th May
Enjoy two nights in a sea view room
Prosecco in your room on arrival
40 minute treatment each in the Voyage Spa
Dinner in the Trevilder restaurant or the Village Inn each night
A Thurlestone cream tea per person on the day of your choice
From £790 based on two people
sharing a classic sea view room
To book please call
01548 560382 or email
reception@thurlestone.co.uk

From £1150.00 per person

8th - 13th May 2022

Garden Tour Breaks

This May we are very excited to be bringing back our popular South Devon Gardens Tour. Come and join us for the opportunity to visit a selection of the best gardens in the area.

Our tour will include gardens such as Fast Rabbit Farm, Lukesland, Coleton Fishacre and Hill House Nursery to view and purchase a range of plants, many that are unusual and rarely seen.

8th to 13th May 2022
Sunday arrival and Friday departure

From £1,150.00 per person in a classic sea view
(£2,300.00 per room based on 2 people sharing)

Terms are per person for the five nights and include dinner, bed and breakfast, lunches, afternoon tea, coach travel from the hotel to the gardens, entrance fee to all gardens, talks as detailed in the programme and VAT @ 20%

For more information, please call 01548 560382

From £430 per room

Salcombe Gin School Staycation

Enjoy a one night stay at Thurlestone Hotel & Spa, a luxury hotel and spa situated on the gorgeous South Devon coast and a Gin School lesson for two at Salcombe Gin’s outstanding distilling laboratory for adults. . Whether you’re looking for total relaxation or a taste of adventure, Thurlestone Hotel offers an idyllic retreat. Their beautifully appointed sea view and luxury rooms are perfect for seaside breaks, while guests also love their excellent food, spa and leisure facilities.

Relax at this idyllic retreat which is just a short taxi ride away from our distillery and enjoy a Gin School lesson for two to share, where you will take charge of a beautiful mini copper pot still to develop and distil your very own 70cl bottle of gin.

More Info

£40 per person

Twilight Spa

We are delighted to announce that from Monday 17th January we will be offering our Twilight Spa sessions again.

£40 per person to include full use of the Voyage Spa facilities between 6pm - 8pm
and a two course meal in the Thurlestone Village Inn at 8.15pm

Available Sunday - Thursday excluding bank holidays and school holidays.

To book please call 01548 560382 or email reception@thurlestone.co.uk

£30 per person

Afternoon Spa Session

Brand New For 2022Voyage Spa Afternoon Spa Session.

Available Monday - Friday 1pm - 4pm.

Includes full use of the Voyage Spa Facilities and a Devon Cream Tea.

£30 per person why not pay and extra
Upgrade to a Thurlestone Full Afternoon Tea for an extra £15 per person (24 hrs notice must be provided)

To book please call 01548 560382 or email reception@thurlestone.co.uk

Not available during school holidays and bank holidays.

£30 per person

Sunday Lunch

Sunday 26th June

Come and indulge in a delicious three course Sunday lunch in our award winning restaurant and enjoy stunning views of Thurlestone Bay.

£30 per person to include coffee.
To book please call 01548 560382 or email reception@thurlestone.co.uk