Higher Lodge guidebook
Food scene
The Cornish Arms
15 West StA great gastropub with delicious food and a lovely interior.
Taylors
22 Market StA charming, historic pub, renowned for its good food and well-kept real ales. Home-made dishes are prepared from fresh local produce.
19 locals recommend
Peter Tavy Inn
A charming, historic pub, renowned for its good food and well-kept real ales. Home-made dishes are prepared from fresh local produce.
The Dartmoor Inn
Great food and setting
Gardens
At the forefront of a revolution in ‘naturalistic planting’ - working in harmony with nature rather than against it, allowing flowers to intermingle. Its wildflower meadow is glorious, as are its mix of acers. Gorgeous throughout the year.
34 locals recommend
The Garden House
Pound RoadAt the forefront of a revolution in ‘naturalistic planting’ - working in harmony with nature rather than against it, allowing flowers to intermingle. Its wildflower meadow is glorious, as are its mix of acers. Gorgeous throughout the year.
Neighborhoods
A lively and attractive historic Market Town. Straddling the fast flowing river Tavy, below the western edge of Dartmoor, it stands in the heart of an area of tremendous natural beauty. You'll find an eclectic mix of small independent shops and delicatessens, as well as plenty of great pubs and restaurants. The Indoor Market is not to be missed.
157 locals recommend
Tavistock
A lively and attractive historic Market Town. Straddling the fast flowing river Tavy, below the western edge of Dartmoor, it stands in the heart of an area of tremendous natural beauty. You'll find an eclectic mix of small independent shops and delicatessens, as well as plenty of great pubs and restaurants. The Indoor Market is not to be missed.
A pretty village on the banks of the Tamar, with a surpriingly vibrant music scene.
13 locals recommend
Calstock
A pretty village on the banks of the Tamar, with a surpriingly vibrant music scene.
Sightseeing
By far, the largest town in the region, Plymouth has much to offer the visitor. Visit the famous Barbican, where the Pilgrim fathers set sail for America.
204 locals recommend
Plymouth
By far, the largest town in the region, Plymouth has much to offer the visitor. Visit the famous Barbican, where the Pilgrim fathers set sail for America.
National Marine Aquarium
Ideal for a rainy day, or for visitors with children
Fantastic after a rainy spell, when the river will be in full flow
82 locals recommend
Lydford Gorge Tea Rooms
1 SouthgateFantastic after a rainy spell, when the river will be in full flow