With a strong rural and maritime heritage, the South Hams is noted for its beautiful landscape, quality local food, culture and scenic beaches. The South Hams is a region of rural and coastal Devon much of which is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, stretching as far as the edges of Dartmoor National Park and featuring one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in the UK.

Based at the gorgeous Dartington Hall, just outside the eclectic market town of Totnes, we are perfectly placed for walks on the Moor, along the River Dart, and on the south coast. The itinerary is still in the planning stages but here are some ideas of places the walks might visit:

Greenaway House, previously the home of Agatha Christie

Historical Dartmouth

The busy fishing port of Brixham

Eclectic Totnes

A steam train journey, or a boat down the River Dart

A climb up to Brent Moor and the Avon Dam Reservoir in the south of Dartmoor

Part of the John Musgrove Heritage Trail

Explore the Grade II listed gardens of Dartington Hall itself

Based on 1,200 acres of beautiful parkland outside Totnes in South Devon, the Dartington Estate is a historic visitor destination, events venue and thriving community of businesses, colleges and more. The group of late 14th century buildings are Grade I listed, and are grouped around a huge courtyard; the west range of the courtyard is regarded nationally as one of the most notable examples of a range of medieval lodgings. We have reserved a mixture of single rooms and double rooms for single occupancy (or sharing of course). All meals will be included in the cost of the holiday, and will be taken on site.

This holiday is being run in conjunction with Helen from Wild Rambling.

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£885 in a single occupancy of a twin / double ensuite room £705 per person in a shared twin ensuite room Included in the price 4 nights bed and breakfast accommodation/ Packed lunch each day/ Dinner each evening/ Transport to walks as required Not included Travel to Dartington/ insurance/ personal expenses

There are 3 grades of walk on offer each day ranging from 6 to 10 miles+. The walks range from a leisurely riverside walk to more demanding terrain on the moors and coast. The coast in particular has a series of ascents and descents. The pace will allow for plenty of stops to take in the views. No need to rush.

Dartington Hall, set in its own extensive landscaped gardens, is a grand old building based around a Medieval courtyard. A hub for the arts and creativity, the hall is a vibrant place within a historic setting. https://www.dartington.org/

Your guides for this holiday are Clare Kelly, owner of Her on a Hill, Helen Venus, owner of Wild Rambling and Barbara Hamilton, owner of Walking London. All 3 have many years of guiding experience and are very pleased to be working together again.

By Train The nearest station is Totnes on the Paddington to Penzance line. It is 1.5 miles from the hall. There is a taxi rank at the station or you can take a bus or walk to the hall. By Car There is free parking at the hall. Please see website for directions: https://www.dartington.org/visit/visitor-information/