Friendly, good room and excellent breakfast
9/10 | Brian | April 2022 | Booking.com
Explore Dartmoor National Park on foot or on a top-quality electric bike – or both. On offer are guided tours, designed to suit you, that start from a variety of locations on Dartmoor and last a full or half day.
Guided Walks
You don’t have to hike for miles over rugged ground to enjoy quiet beautiful areas that capture the magical essence of Dartmoor. Walks can be tailored to your energy levels and introduces you to hidden beautiful parts of the moor.
Guided Electric Bike Tours
Or, if you want to see more of the area and enjoy cycling, we can offer you a half-day or full-day e-bike tour which goes along quiet lanes and through some of Dartmoor’s loveliest scenery, with time to stop and explore away from the road.
Find out more by visiting Dartmoor Walks and Electric Bikes or clicking here.
In the centre of Tavistock you will find the ancient Pannier Market. This bustling indoor market offers a wide array of local produce and wares. Open daily Tuesday to Saturday, 9am to 4.30pm.
On Saturdays there is often a number of craft and plant stalls outside the Town Hall and occasionally a very interesting Continental Market.
About 20 minutes from Lobhill Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast, Tavistock is a old stannary town with both high street and small independent shops, lovely cafes and a beautiful park and canal walk. Remember to take some bread with you to feed the ducks !
Devon and Cornwall boasts some of the finest coastline in the country. There are hundreds of fine sandy beaches and picturesque coves to be discovered. From the dramatic North Coast, exposed to westerly storms and pounding surf to the South Coast where the climate is more gentle.
For surfers, from groms to experienced alike, check out Widemouth Bay Surf Co
There are so many beautiful places… here are a few of my favourites.
Croyde Bay in North Devon, simple magnificent.
Holywell Bay, North Cornwall has the most wonderful sand dunes. This glorious place was used for most of the beach scenes in Poldark.
Millook with its incredible recumbent chevron folds (zig-zag rock formation to you and me). Photograph: Geoff Lewis
Polzeath Beach… many happy childhood memories.
The Lizard, Cornwall’s most southerly point.
We are blessed with an abundance of excellent local pubs, hotels and award winning restaurants close to Lobhill Farmhouse bed & breakfast and self catering accommodation.
Here are a few local suggestions.
The Dartmoor Inn, Lydford
Lydford, Tavistock, Devon EX20 4AY | 01822 820221
Regarded by many as a special place. The cooking is fantastic, the bar is warm, the style, which owes a bit to Sweden and a bit to New England, will make you feel at home. The restaurant is made up of a series of cosy, stylish dining rooms, each with its own identity. Although there are linen cloths and sparkling glassware on every table the feeling is relaxed.
The award-winning cooking is based on seasonal ingredients and much work has gone into forging links with local farmers and food artisans to ensure the best local produce. The bar has a great gin selection, wines and local ales. You’ll find a menu ranging from fabulously light fish and chips with green mayonnaise to a fillet of duck, vanilla apple purée, prunes and toasted almonds or a glorious Dexter rump steak. (My favourite place x)
The Blue Lion
Lewdown, Okehampton , EX20 4DL | 01566 783238
The nearest public house to Lobhill Farmhouse, the Blue Lion is located in Lewdown village, a lovely 20 minute walk from Lobhill Farmhouse.
The Blue Lion offers fabulous restaurant food and great Sunday roasts in a wonderful cosy pub atmosphere … and all within easy walking distance, how perfect!
Alder Vineyard
Lewdown EX20 4PJ | 01566 783409
Enjoy a mouth watering lunch and a glass or two of beautiful English wine, grown and produced just yards away from Lobhill Farmhouse.
The White Hart
Fore Street, Bridestowe, Okehampton EX20 4EL | 01837 861318
A village pub located in the heart of Bridestowe serving quality ales and honest, home-cooked food.
The Annex
Drake Road, Tavistock PL19 0AX | 07435 891 048
Serving wonderful Tapas inspired small plates … enjoy the relaxed atmosphere inside or if you’d prefer to take in the views of Tavistock The annex have heated outside covered seating on the terrace.
The Cornish Arms
15 West Street, Tavistock, PL19 8AN | 01822 612145
The Cornish Arms is set in the heart of Tavistock at the foothills of Dartmoor in the rolling countryside of Devon.
Found in the heart of this Stannary town, The Cornish Arms is so called as it was the last Coaching Inn before Cornwall. Run by proprietors husband and wife team John and Emma Hooker the Cornish Arms is a great British pub serving good honest food and drink in warm welcoming surroundings.
Lewtrenchard Manor
Lewdown, Near Okehampton, EX20 4PN | 01566 783 222
Diners are treated to a special dining experience created by Head Chef, Tom Browning. The quality of the cuisine attracts many non-resident diners to the restaurant and the atmosphere is cheerful and relaxed, with a lively buzz of conversation. This is partly due to the friendliness of the chef and staff, but the excellence and diversity of the cellar, which features modestly priced bottles from every wine producing region in the world, obviously helps.
Bearslake Inn
Lake Sourton, Nr Okehampton, Devon, EX20 4HQ | 01837 861334
The restaurant specialises in local produce. The South West of England is blessed with wonderful supplies of fresh meat, fish and vegetables direct from the farmer, fisherman or grower as well as a host of small artisan producers of cheese, ice cream, chocolates and smoked products to name but a few. In the snug bar, they primarily stock ales from the Otter Brewery in Honiton and Teignworthy Brewery Newton Abbot.
The Dartmoor Railway runs from Mid-Devon to the edge of Dartmoor, providing car free access to the Dartmoor National Park for walkers and cyclists.
Walking from Meldon station you can gain access to the Dartmoor National Park or simply stroll to Meldon Viaduct to take in the views of Yes Tor and High Willhays and Cyclists will be able to continue their journey on Route 27 of the National Cycle Network.
Passenger train services will resume again between Okehampton and Meldon at Easter, however, the buffet is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday and the West Country model shop is open as normal.
You can visit the Dartmoor Railway website here.
UPDATE: As of January 2021 the railway is closed but we hope it will open as soon as restrictions are lifted. There are plans to run a service between Okehampton and Exeter which will offer a great journey for locals and visitors to the area. Read the Devon Live article by clicking here.
Fur Tor: one of the deepest parts of Dartmoor.
Just 4 miles from Lobhill Farmhouse you will find glorious Dartmoor. There are many ways to explore Dartmoor National Park – choose from a range of activities including walking, cycling, riding and climbing. With over 730 km of public rights of way and 47,000 hectares of open access land, Dartmoor National Park has an extensive network of paths and trails to help you explore the Dartmoor countryside.
Home of the Ten Tors Challenge, Dartmoor is world famous offering stunning flora and fauna and would take a lifetime to explore in detail. Why not start at nearby Sourton or Lydford where there is easy access and parking.
The Dartmoor National Park Authority has a highly detailed website dedicated to the history, care and facilities of Dartmoor.
Read More»The Ten Tors is a tough event designed to challenge young people on Dartmoor. In early May 2,400 participants set off from Okehampton Camp on either a 35 mile, 45 mile or punishing 55 mile route across Dartmoor. The British Army operate the event on Dartmoor and draw support from the TA and Dartmoor Rescue teams.
The majority of entrants are schools, colleges, Scouts and Cadets from South West England, though groups from other parts of the UK have been involved and even overseas participants have attended. From 2012 only teams from the South West of England are eligible to take part, mainly due to the large numbers of entrants.
Training for Ten Tors begins many months before the event where the youngsters learn Dartmoor routes and moorland techniques, especially advanced navigation.
One of the key aspects of the Ten Tors Challenge is the weather. Temperatures range from sub zero to heady summer heat. In fact, youngsters are taught to deal with these conditions and are monitored to ensure they are coping with the elements. Water, fluid, carbohydrate intake and fitness are keys to success in the event and of course a good pair of boots and waterproofs in less fair conditions. A jolly smile also helps when the going gets tough!
The Bronze routes are for 14 to 15 year olds and cover 35 miles (56 Km). Silver routes have entrants from 16 to 17 years old and cover 45 miles (72 Km) and finally the Gold routes for 18 to 19 year olds of 55 miles (89 Km).
It is always been stressed that the event is not a race but not all participants see it as such – they want to win!
Lobhill Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast and Self Catering Accommodation is only 11.5 miles from Dartmoor Okehampton Camp and 20 minutes by road. If you would like to enquire or book then please call Jane on 01566 783542 or 0781 724 4687. Alternatively, you can send a message on the contact page by clicking here.
Map from Lobhill Farmhouse to Okehampton Camp, Dartmoor
Picture © Dan Harmer / MOD / BBC
Are you looking for a holiday cottage near Dartmoor ? Look no further. My Devon Self Catering Holiday Cottage is a beautifully renovated stone stable and enjoys the enviable position of being just three miles from glorious Dartmoor. If you are planning a holiday or break near the Devon or Cornish coast then my location is also perfect. The historic towns of Okehampton, Launceston and Tavistock are within a 10 mile trip by car.
Dartmoor is Nearby
Dartmoor is just 3 miles away by car or bicycle. If you are looking for a Dartmoor walking holiday then the Holiday Cottage is a perfect base. You have easy access to North Dartmoor taking in Sourton Tors, Shelstone Tor, Branscombe’s Loaf, Corn Ridge, Little Links Tor, Great Links Tor, Yes Tor and High Willhays to name but a few. Parking is available at Sourton Down or Meldon Reservoir if you want to explore nearby – you can even hire a bicycle at Sourton! Of course you can venture further south towards Tavistock or east towards Belstone, Sticklepath or South Zeal. You will be astounded by the beautiful countryside and villages.
Ten Tors Challenge
Maybe you are looking for holiday accommodation or B&B whilst your kids are taking on the Ten Tors Challenge.
Pubs, Grub and a Drink or Two
We are blessed with an abundance of excellent local pubs, hotels and award winning restaurants close to Lobhill Farmhouse bed & breakfast and self catering accommodation.
Images courtesy of Rees Kenyon Design.
Managed by the SW Lakes Trust, Roadford Lake near Lifton offers something for everyone; from gentle walks along the shoreline of the lake to cycling, sailing, archery and wall climbing.
The forest cycle route provides miles of safe off-road paths dotted with picnic areas, viewing points and benches with information about local wildlife, flora and fauna.
The Lakeside Cafe and Gift Shop take advantage of the stunning views across the water. Enjoy a scrumptious cream tea or a hearty roast lunch using the best of local produce.
Lobhill Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast is the perfect place to stay near Roadford Lake and Reservoir. Why not book now?[contentblock id=3 img=php.png]
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