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Ashburton tourist information
Ashburton, is sited on the River Ashburn, and was once an important centre for tin and cloth on a main coaching route, becoming a Stannary town.
Its close location to Dartmoor makes it an ideal touring centre for Dartmoor.
Cobbled streets and old houses make the town ideal for a wander, the Chapel of St Lawrence with its 15th Century Gothic tower, was the Bishop of Exeter's private chapel and a meeting place of the ancient Courts.
The main shopping streets are North Street and East Street.
The town has historical connections with the Civil War, with the area being a Royalist stronghold until their defeat in 1646.
Car Parking is available in Pay Car Parks.
Half Day Closing: Wednesday.
Markets: Tuesday - Indoor Pannier (am), Thursday - Cattle, 1st Thursday in month.
Churches
Parish Church of St Andrew's West Street, Ashburton TQ13 7DT
Rebuilt in the 15th Century the Parish Church of St Andrew's stands near to the Chapel of St Lawrence which has been restored and was a chantry chapel and Grammar School for over 600 years Parish Church of St Andrew's information
Historic Houses
Ashburton Town Hall North Street, Ashburton TQ13 7QQ
Previously the market in the town. Ashburton Town Hall information
Museums
Ashburton Museum The Bull Ring, Ashburton TQ13 7AB
exhibits include local antiquities,weapons and American Indian antiquities. Ashburton Museum information
Out & About
River Dart Country Park Holne Park, Ashburton TQ13 7NP
on the edge of Dartmoor.Victorian Country Estate offering woodland adventure playgrounds bathing lake and trails.Restaurant,Snack Bar River Dart Country Park information
Hotels
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Peartree Cross Ashburton TQ13 7JW MAP With a charming oak-beamed restaurant, this elegant hotel offers home-cooked food and real ales. Dartmoor Lodge is on the edge of South Dartmoor, surrounded by scenic Devonshire countryside. Many of the stylish bedrooms have wonderful views, and all feat... More Information and Book ... |
Guest Houses, Bed and Breakfasts, Inns and other Hotels
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Longacre, Landscove Ashburton TQ13 7LZ MAP A charming converted 17th-century barn, Longacre Bed and Breakfast is set in rural South Devon, between Totnes and the borders of Dartmoor. It uses local produce in its food, and produces honey from its own bees. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout... More Information and Book ... |
Holiday Cottages
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Ashburton TQ13 7HB MAP Furnished in period style this detached country house boasts the spacious elegance of a bygone era as well as superb views towards Buckfast Abbey from its elevated position within Dartmoor National Park. Ashburton (1 mile) offers interesting shops restaur ..Sleeps 8... More Information and Book ... |
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Ashburton MAP Enjoying a quiet location within Dartmoor National Park, this immaculate detached 200 year old cottage is set in a superb walled garden with lovely rural views. Ashburton is an ancient stannery town, ideally placed for exploring country and coastal att… Sleeps 6 + t/cot... More Information and Book ... |
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near Ashburton MAP This gradeII listed property, a "grand designs" style barn conversion is attached to the owners home and sits in rural position with spectacular views. Designed with fine living in mind the holiday property is finished to a high specific... Bedrooms: 2, Bathrooms: 2, Sleeps: 4, Dogs: 1, Changeover day: Friday... More Information and Book ... |
Take a trip up into the Dartmoor National Park , Poundsgate, Buckland-In-The-Moor, Widecombe-In-The-Moor and Haytor are all worth visiting.
Towns Near Ashburton To Visit - straight line distance:
Buckfastleigh Tourist Information (2.60 miles) Buckland-in-the-Moor Tourist Information (3.08 miles) Holne Tourist Information (3.37 miles) Poundsgate Tourist Information (3.73 miles)
Where to Stay in Ashburton
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Ashburton Tourist Information Centre
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Town Hall
North Street
Ashburton
TQ13 7QQ
Tel: 01364 653426
Email: info@ashburton.org
Area Telephone Code
- 01364
