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Things to see in North Tawton (United Kingdom): 19 places and when to go
North Tawton is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 19 places in and around it, mainly History (9), Hiking (4), Museums and art (3). The best known are North Tawton, Okehampton Castle and Gidleigh Castle. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 15 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 45. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 50.8047, -3.8672
- Places
- 19 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (9) · Hiking (4) · Museums and art (3) · Architecture (2) · Nature (1) · Mountains (1)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- BRS Bristol, 103 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Cosdon Hill, at 550 m.
What to see in North Tawton
The places in and around North Tawton, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- North TawtonHistory3.4 km
- Okehampton CastleMotte and bailey castle with associated earthworks north of the West Okement River13 km
- Gidleigh CastleGrade I listed castle in Gidleigh, Devon, England, UK14 km
- Spinsters' RockDolmen in England12 km
- Cosdon HillTor on Dartmoor, in Devon, England, UK12 km
- Fingle BridgeBridge in Devon, England, UK14 km
- Court GreenHouse in North Tawton, West Devon, England, UK2.0 km
- Finch Foundry19th century forge in Devon, England9.2 km
- Museum of Dartmoor LifeOakhampton, Devon, England, United Kingdom12 km
- Nine Maidens stone circleNear Belstone on Dartmoor12 km
- Two Moors WayLong-distance trail in Devon, England7.0 km
- Belstone Village StocksArchitectural structure in Belstone, West Devon, England, UK11 km
- Devonshire Heartland WayHiking8.5 km
- Homeland BridgeBridge in Chawleigh, Mid Devon, England, UK8.7 km
- Little Dart Ridge & Valley WalkHiking12 km
- Moons CrossArchitectural structure in South Tawton, West Devon, England, UK8.7 km
- Taw Teign LinkHiking12 km
- Taw Valley BreweryBrewery4 m
- War Horse Valley Country Farm ParkFarm museum near Winkleigh, England, UK13 km
When to go to North Tawton
The best time to visit North Tawton is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not8:12
- FebPossible9:45
- MarPossible11:32
- AprBest time13:34
- MayBest time15:17
- JunBest time16:15
- JulBest time15:51
- AugBest time14:20
- SepBest time12:22
- OctPossible10:24
- NovBetter not8:38
- DecPossible7:45
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 15 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 45. In April, 19 of the 19 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to North Tawton
The nearest main airport is Bristol Airport (BRS, Bristol), 103 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in North Tawton?
The best known: North Tawton, Okehampton Castle, Gidleigh Castle, Spinsters' Rock, Cosdon Hill. In all, 19 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit North Tawton?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 15 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 45.
How do you get to North Tawton?
The nearest main airport is Bristol Airport (BRS), 103 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with North Tawton as the destination and these 19 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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