COUNTRYSIDE ACTIVITIES - OUTDOOR PURSUITS

Dartmouth Devon. Tel 01803 771800 Relax or play, it's Devon's most picturesque beach any day. Superb swimming in clean, clear water, the venues cafe for breakfast, lunch and ice creams, refreshing showers, sand pits and bathing raft, surf, ski, kayak, boogie boards, wet suit hire is available at Blackpool sands.

Bideford Devon. Tel 01237 431831 Some just come to relax and enjoy the peace and tranquillity away from all the bustle of the mainland, others come to watch the wildlife, paint, take photographs and ring the church bells while those active types come to Lundy to go walking, climbing, driving and canoeing.

Tiverton Devon. Tel 01884 253345 Located in on the banks of the Grand Western Canal we offer an enjoyable family day out for anyone that loves boats, horses, wildlife and water, with free access to the Canal Park all year round. Have a bite to eat on our floating cafe bar after your trip in the horse drawn barge or self drive hire boat.

Christow Devon. Tel 01647 252434 Home to England’s highest manmade waterfall, a magnificent example of a Victorian folly set in a magical natural paradise. The waterfalls themselves descend for over 70m making this one of the most breathtaking attractions in Devon and providing a wonderful day out for all the family.

Newton Abbot Devon. Tel 01647 221259 High on Dartmoor Becky Falls Woodland Park, with its huge oak canopy, rugged landscape, massive granite boulders and waterfalls, provides some of the most scenic and enjoyable walks in the south west as well as loads of fun for all the family throughout the seasons.

Newquay Cornwall. Tel 01637 872444 Whether you want to experience the thrill of an adventure activity or organise a group day out, The Adventure Centre is the place for you. Choose from surfing, coasteering, rock climbing, abseiling, kite boarding, mountain biking and much, much more. Perfect for group activities.

Launceston Cornwall. Tel 01566 771930 South West Lakes Trust manages 50 inland waters and lakes. Facilities and opportunities for activities vary from site to site. At some you will find campsites, activity centres and way marked walks. Some are ideal for coarse or trout angling, water sports, family picnicking or just simply relaxing.

Sennen Cornwall. Tel 0871 720 0044 Immerse yourself in one of the UK’s most beautiful coastal landscapes by strolling along family-friendly paths above cliffs carved out by the waves of the mighty Atlantic Ocean. See soaring seabirds and, if you’re lucky seals and dolphins may put in an appearance. Just don’t forget your camera!

Bodelva Cornwall. Where else in the whole world can you trek through steamy jungles and experience the largest rainforest in captivity from 30 metres above the forest floor? Or where else can you meander through the fragrant Mediterranean and admire the splendour of the largest conservatories in the world? Enjoy Eden, whatever the weather.

Yeovil Somerset. Tel 01935 462282 Ham Hill is a great site for the great outdoors from cycling and horse riding, orienteering and geocaching to climbing at the quarry. Yeovil country park is comprised of five main areas with riverside walks and lots of wildlife. Chard Reservoir from woodlands and reed beds to angling and wildlife.