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YHA Okehampton Bracken Tor

Bracken Tor
Okehampton
Devon
England
EX20 1QW
United Kingdom

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YHA Okehampton Bracken Tor is a delightful and comfortable hostel nestled on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, near Okehampton in Devon, England. This hostel, set in a rustic lodge surrounded by gardens, offers a range of accommodation options including private rooms and shared dormitories, catering to solo travellers, families, and groups alike. With a communal kitchen, a cosy lounge, and a dining room, YHA Okehampton Bracken Tor provides a homely base for guests seeking to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Dartmoor.
The hostel's location on the outskirts of Dartmoor National Park grants guests easy access to a multitude of outdoor activities and local attractions. Adventurous visitors can enjoy hiking, rock climbing, or cycling through the rugged landscapes of Dartmoor, and may even catch a glimpse of the park's famous wild ponies. Just a short drive away, guests can explore the town of Okehampton, with its impressive castle ruins and the Museum of Dartmoor Life, which delves into the area's cultural history. The Granite Way, a spectacular cycle route with views over Dartmoor, also passes nearby. For a day trip, guests can venture to the historical city of Exeter with its magnificent cathedral, or to the beautiful North Devon coast, famed for its stunning beaches and charming fishing villages. With its serene location and welcoming atmosphere, YHA Okehampton Bracken Tor offers a fantastic base for a memorable rural adventure.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 909 feet / 277.1 metres above sea level

Facilities at the accommodation
Shower or Bath
Meals Available
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
Children Welcome
Free Wifi Internet

Self-catering kitchen

BBQ area

Food shop

Cycle hire & Store

Cot available

Meals available
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Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Horse Riding/Pony
Golf
Walking Country
Cycling Country

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International Airports

Exeter Airport
Clyst Honiton Devon
EX5 2BD
25.8 miles
Newquay Airport
Mawgan in Pydar Cornwall
TR8 4RQ
48.7 miles

Local Airports

Eaglescott Airfield
Great Torrington Devon
EX37 9LH
13.9 miles
Bodmin Airfield
Bodmin Cornwall
PL30 4BU
33.0 miles

Motorways

M5 Junction 31
Bodmin
21.5 miles
M5 Junction 29
Honiton, Exeter Airport
23.6 miles
M5 Junction 30
Exeter, Dawlish,Sidmouth, Exmouth
23.6 miles

Railway Stations

Okehampton
station code = OKE
EX20 1EJ
0.4 miles
Morchard Road
station code = MRD
EX17 5LR
12.2 miles

Ferry Ports

Bideford Quayside sailing to ->

Lundy Island

Address:
Bideford
Devon
EX39 2HE

22.0 miles

Starcross Ferry Landing sailing to ->

Starcross

Address:
Starcross
Devon
EX6 8HZ

25.3 miles

Attractions & places to see near this Hostel

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Okehampton Castle -
EX20 1JA

SX 58369 94277

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A medieval castle, largely ruined now and run by English Heritage, located close to the River West Oakment in wooded scenery with some lovely walks and a riverside picnic area

0.4m / 0.6km - 6 minutes walk

High Willhays -
EX20 4LT

SX 57992 89200

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The highest point in southern england, south of the Brev#con Beacons at 621m , 2037ft with extrensive views

2.9m / 4.7km - 44 minutes walk

Okehampton Golf Club -
EX20 1EF

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Okehampton Golf Club is a picturesque 18-hole parkland golf course located close to Okehampton in Devon, The course offers stunning views of Dartmoor on this undulating area.

0.4m / 0.6km - 6 minutes walk

National Trust - Finch Foundry -
EX20 2NW

SX 64179 94082

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A water powered foundary in the village of Sticklepath, north Dartmoor operated by the National Trust with gardens

3.3m / 5.3km - 50 minutes walk

Museum Of Dartmoor Life -
EX20 1HQ

SX 58718 95161

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Located in the centre of the town, located via a ally way between shops in a n old mill house covering the life of Dartmoor which itelf lies south of the town

0.8m / 1.3km - 12 minutes walk

Lydford Castle And Saxon Town -
EX20 4BH

SX 51043 84733

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7.5m / 12.1km

Ashbury Golf Club -
EX20 4NA

SX 55885 94331

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This premier golf resort located near Okehampton Devon and features seven 18-hole courses set in stunning countryside, as well as various facilities and amenities, including a spa, fitness center, and restaurants.

1.9m / 3.1km - 28 minutes walk

Lydford Gorge -
EX20 4BH

SX 50864 84383

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Wooded george with 30m Waterfall and an abundance of wildlife with very pleasant walks

7.7m / 12.4km