The Hotel

Situated in Devon’s rolling countryside on the banks of River Exe, Bickleigh Castle is surrounded by 30 acres of leafy grounds. Dartmoor National Park can be reached in a 35-minute drive from the castle, while Exeter is only 9 miles away.

Guests will be accommodated in thatched cottages boasting individually decorated rooms and featuring TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi and hot drink-making facilities.

The location allows visitors to enjoy a day of fishing in the River Exe and countryside walks with picturesque views.

After a long day of exploring, visitors can admire the castle’s gardens or enjoy a relaxing evening in the room.

Bickleigh Castle has an average score of 4 out of 5 on TripAdvisor from a total of 330 reviews. Details verified on 28 Nov 2016.

Groupon’s Guide To Devon

Visitors are invited to explore the attractions of Devon, ranging from museums and churches to water sport activities. 

Those wanting to roam the wide open spaces of the high moors may head to the Dartmoor National Park, while those desiring to admire animals may pay a visit to the Yaraks Birds Of Prey Falconry Centre or to the Donkey Sanctuary.

The local history is well preserved at the Royal Albert Memorial Museum, which boasts a diversified collection of artefacts, while art exhibitions may be admired at The Burton Art Gallery and Museum. After a day of exploration, tourists may delight their taste buds in one of the local dishes, including Dartmoor beef and local ale pies.

Groupon’s Guide To Dartmoor National Park

Covering 368 square miles, Dartmoor National Park is dominated by open spaces of high moors made famous by the work of Emily Brontë. With miles of paths, tracks, 160 rocky outcrops, tors and open moorland which can be explored on foot, bike or horseback, Dartmoor is a suitable place for trying out activities such as climbing, caving and geocaching.

Across the moors, travellers will find small workshops, artist studios and galleries showcasing artwork such as pottery, sculpture, leather work and textiles, while small farms sell fresh veggies, honey, breads, beef, lamb, cheese, and other products in the lively town centres. With around 200 granite tors of all shapes and sizes and a rich collection of bronze-age antiquities, history enthusiasts may discover a wealth of stone rows and circles, burial chambers and cairns, alongside the remains of roundhouses. In Bellever Forest, travellers may enjoy relaxing picnics by the East Dart River, while grazing Dartmoor ponies may be spotted in the area. After a day of exploration, tourists may tempt their taste buds with local dishes including Dartmoor beef and local ale pies.