Buzzards Wood is a 5 minute walk from the house. It offers an off-the-beaten-track 6.4km circular walk across bridges, up steep Devon hills, across styles, through fields, along hedgerows, all the while skirting the gorgeous Little Dart River. This is a walk that showcases Devon's natural beauty.

It's possible to see red and roe deer, otters and other woodland creatures.

See National Trust for more information

Buzzards Wood, formerly known as Thongsleigh Wood, was donated to the National Trust by Mr. Matteson in memory of his wife, with the request that it be called Buzzards after the birds they enjoyed watching there. The Little Dart River runs through the garden where visitors can expect to see buzzards, white-throated dippers, grey herons, kingfishers, and chiffchaffs.

In the evening enjoy listening to a variety of owls including the Tawny Owl, Little Owl, Short-eared and Long-eared Owl, and Barn Owl.

Birding Guide

This moderately challenging 8.9km circular route winds through beautiful landscapes taking approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes at a leisurely pace. The chances are you won't encounter another soul.

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Find a detailed trail on AllTrails

Tilly Young Pottery

Tilly's Pottery Studio is just by Worthy Bridge, a 5 minute walk from Buzzards House. If you would like to visit please ring her: 07814458383.

Tilly has been making pots for almost 30 years, starting at art school and then working in Japan, following the footsteps of Bernard Leach.‍

‍Tiverton Golf Club‍

There are many golf clubs in the area. Please let us know if you are interested in golf and we can point you in the right direction.

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We own three miles of Salmon & Trout fishing on the east bank of the River Exe between Colliepriest House and Blackbridge. If you would like to fish do let us know, we do not provide equipment but can show you where the best pools are. If you would like to fish other rivers, please contact Patrick at Lance Nicholson in Dulverton on: 01398 323 409

For more information, please see River Exe Fisheries
Bellbrook Fishery; and Oak Tree Fishery
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The Grand Western Canal The canal is a gentle pleasure through beautiful country side, it’s lovely for walking, cycling and lots of boating activity.Please see the following links for:‍

‍Walking;‍

‍Walking and cycle routes;

Abbotshood Cycle - For bike hire