Places to Visit & Things to do
Fig Tree Barn provides the ideal base from which to explore the whole region. From the wild open moorland, it’s rugged granite outcrops, the stunning Devon countryside to the renowned South Devon coastline with its popular sandy beaches.
The barn is in easy reach of many of Devonshire’s popular hot spots and you’ll be spoilt for choice on what to get up to! The barn is situated on the south side of Dartmoor National Park and places the South Devon coastline within easy reach.
With plenty of things to get up to, both on land or out beside the sea the list of things to do is endless.
Fig Tree Barn is perfectly situated for those who enjoy exploring the great outdoors and the location offers fabulous opportunities for outdoor pursuits, nature, walking, pony trekking, biking, canoeing, swimming, sightseeing or just simply relaxing.
Our unique insider knowledge can recommend a wide range of activities and places to visit that we consider take in the very best that Dartmoor and South Devon has to offer.
We are happy to share our very own recommendations of ‘5 favourite things’, whether it be places to eat out, local shops, Dartmoor activities, the coastline, days out, moorland walks, beaches or pubs.
In addition, for those who enjoy walking, the south west coastal path is within easy reach and we are just a few minutes away from Buckfast Abbey, The South Devon Steam Railway and the Otter sanctuary in nearby Buckfastleigh.
We also recommend the independent shops of Ashburton which is just a short drive away for you to enjoy the nationally acclaimed Riverford Organics and their Field Kitchen restaurant.
We can also lead you to specialist experiences that include Vintage Coach tours, Horse drawn tours, Clydesdale horse riding safaris, Devon cycle hire, War horse walk and Canoe picnic trips on the River Dart.
We are close to a number of National Trust and other historic houses. These include Agatha Christie’s house, Greenway, Saltram, Castle Drogo & Coleton Fishacre.
We are always happy to assist on planning days out for you to get the very best experience of Dartmoor and South Devon.