Bovey Castle
Newton Abbot, Devon
A grand moorland manor where the weekend is all falconry, archery and bushcraft rather than screens. Older children love the sense of adventure, there's a pool and spa for downtime, and the lodges give families their own front door. Dartmoor's tors and ponies are right outside.
For the children
- Kids' activities
- Pool
- Golf
- Horse riding
- Nature activities
- Family dining
- Family rooms
- Dog friendly
- Spa
- Best for
- Adventurous school-age kids and teens
- Ages
- 4–7, 8–12, Teen
- Kids' club
- Family activity timetable in school holidays
- Pool
- Indoor pool (Elan Spa)
- Family rooms
- Hotel rooms and family lodges with private dining
- Outdoors
- Falconry, archery, bushcraft, horse riding, fly fishing, deer park tour, golf
We only list facilities we could confirm on their website — something not listed may still be there.
Days out nearby
~16 miles · ~30 mins
Farm park · excellent toddler activity
Home of miniature pigs, Pennywell runs an hourly programme of hands-on sessions so children cuddle piglets, ride ponies and drive pedal tractors. On the edge of Dartmoor and very well set up for little ones.
~22 miles · ~30 mins
Theme park · ideal day trip
A family theme park with gentle rides, a farm area and an indoor play zone, built around younger children. A short drive from Exeter and the Jurassic Coast.
~23 miles · ~30 mins
Zoo · ideal day trip
A large botanical zoo on the English Riviera, with a crocodile swamp, a monkey heights area and lots of shaded garden walks. Good for a rainy-or-shine day during a south Devon beach weekend.
~24 miles · ~30 mins
Zoo · ideal day trip
The zoo made famous by 'We Bought a Zoo' sits on the edge of Dartmoor, with big cats, bears and wolves in wooded enclosures. A good, uncrowded outing for families staying on the moor or near Plymouth.
~27 miles · ~45 mins
Theme park · ideal day trip
Devon's largest theme park mixes water coasters and rides with huge indoor play centres, so it works whatever the weather. Close to Dartmouth and the south Devon coast.
~43 miles · ~45 mins
Zoo · ideal day trip
A small zoo where keeper talks and animal encounters are the highlight, including its famous 'Exmoor Beast' black leopard. It is intimate enough for toddlers and fits a north Devon coast weekend.
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Family facilities
- Highchairs
- Kids' menu
- ParkingLarge car park
A guide, not a guarantee. Shown only where the venue or a trusted source has told us. Not listed doesn't mean not available — check with the venue if it matters for your visit.
Researched by Tumble in October 2026 from each place's own website. Tumble doesn't take these bookings — prices, availability and children's club details change, so check with them before you book. Distances and travel times are approximate.