Dartmoor Prison, Postbridge and Burrator Reservoir

		A Day Out on Dartmoor VIEW SLIDE SHOW DOWNLOAD ALL

It was a trip to prison today, however en-route we wanted to stop by Postbridge and the Clapper Bridges that we visited when we last went to Dartmoor in our old caravan.

Having got some lovely images of the clapper bridge we turned around to find some wild horses taking an interest in us, and Fred tried to make friends.

Then it was onwards to the prison.  It was full of interesting history, but we found it a little disappointing in terms of what you were shown etc.

Burrator Reservoir was next.  We parked up and had our picnics and then went on a long walk around the one side of the reservoir.

We suddenly realised that we had to walk back to the car, and we were already knackered, so turned back and headed on down to the Reservoir main for some pictures across the reservoir.  It gave the impression of a large Scottish Loch with the mountains rolling behind it in the distance.

On the drive back to the site we stopped off once more for a coffee and cake.  Unfortunately we missed out on the cake as they did not know what they had left due to the busy time we arrived, but the coffee was very welcome.

Another tiring day of much walking…… I ’d better lose weight after all of this exercise!

Jo Anne

 

Spinsters Rock and Drogo Grounds

When we went to Stone Lane yesterday we spotted a sign towards Spinster Rock and thought it sounded interesting.

It turns out it is not quite as impressive as we expected, but was just some stones in a cow field!

There is obviously historical significance here, but it must have passed me by I’m afraid!

And so, onwards…… we decided that the grounds of Castle Drogo, prior to the entrance were a good bet, as the dogs would get a good stretch and we could have a cuppa and a cake when we were done walking!

It turned out being a good day with some great views and some steep sections of walking, and certainly tired us all out for a good nights sleep.

Jo Anne

Stone Lane Gardens a Little Gem

		Stone Lane Gardens and Double Locks Exeter VIEW SLIDE SHOW DOWNLOAD ALL

Today we found a little gem of a hidden gardens.  We picked the leaflet up about the Stone Lane Gardens, from the information hut on the caravan site.  It was only £5 entry and the dogs were welcome.

When we arrived we had to drive through a farm yard, and thought maybe we were in the wrong place, but no, it was correct.

We parked up and wandered down the lane to the entrance.  The gardens were lovely.  Everywhere you turned there were sculptures and art work to look at and reflect upon.  We spent a very happy couple of hours wandering and taking in everything on show.

Although the gardens were very small, and there were not exactly many plants in bloom, the sculptures are what made the visit worthwhile.

Having eaten our picnic upon our return to the car, we then decided to head on to Exeter Marsh Barton, and the Double Locks Inn and Exeter Canal.

We had a quick coffee at the Double Locks, having parked on their car park, and then had a wander up the canal enjoying the countryside, before making our way back to the car and onward to the caravan site.

A lovely day.

Jo Anne

Dartmoor Day 1

Having arrived at Dartmoor Barley Meadow yesterday afternoon, today has been a little wet to say the least.  Despite this, we decided our little doggy deserved a walkies at Fingle Bridge.  Sally-Ann declined on the basis that Hamish would return to the van muddy, LOL.

By now the sun was shining, however the rain had left its mark, and the mud was evident everywhere.  Fred loved it!

Following a really lovely, if mucky walk, we returned to our home for the next few nights, and a relaxing evening.

Jo Anne