Chudleigh Knighton Heath

#6697 among destinations in the United Kingdom

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Chudleigh Knighton Heath, located in the beautiful English region of Devon, is a nature lover's paradise. This stunning nature preserve offers visitors the chance to immerse themselves in the serene and tranquil beauty of the English countryside. The heath is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers.

Visitors to Chudleigh Knighton Heath can enjoy leisurely walks along the well-maintained trails, taking in the breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The heath is also a popular spot for birdwatching, with a variety of bird species calling the area home. Nature photographers will be in their element, capturing the natural beauty of the heath and its inhabitants.

For those interested in the history of the area, Chudleigh Knighton Heath offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. The heath has a rich cultural and historical significance, with remnants of ancient settlements and historical landmarks waiting to be explored. Visitors can take a step back in time as they wander through this ancient landscape, imagining the lives of those who once called it home.

Chudleigh Knighton Heath is also a fantastic spot for a picnic or a peaceful afternoon of relaxation. With its tranquil atmosphere and stunning scenery, it's the perfect place to unwind and connect with nature. Whether you're a solo traveler seeking solitude or a family looking for a fun day out, the heath has something for everyone.

Elevation: 121 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 50°35'4"N, 3°38'36"W

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Chudleigh Knighton Heath – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Trago Mills, Austins, Canonteign Falls, Teign Bridge.

2.2 miSW
Shopping, Department store
Trago Mills, Newton Abbot
57 min walk • Trago Mills is a chain of four department stores in south Cornwall, south Devon in England, and south Wales. It owns a site with an amusement park and some independent businesses, adjoining the store near Newton Abbot.
4 miS
Shopping, Department store
Austins, Newton Abbot
103 min walk • Austins is a department store in Newton Abbot, Devon. Founded in 1924 as a drapery shop the store has expanded to four locations in one part of the town which has been described as the "Austins Quarter". It is a major employer in the town and the largest independent store in South West England.
3.1 miN
Natural attraction, Park, Trail
Canonteign Falls, Dartmoor National Park
81 min walk • Canonteign Falls is a waterfall in the historic tything of Canonteign in the Teign Valley and Dartmoor National Park near Chudleigh, South Devon, England. It is 220 feet high and is one of the highest waterfalls in England. It was created in 1890 by diverting a stream over the edge of a cliff.
3.2 miSE
Bridge
Teign Bridge, Newton Abbot
82 min walk • The Teign Bridge is a road bridge over the River Teign near Kingsteignton, Devon carrying the Exeter Road across the river. It has been Grade II listed since 1987.
1.2 miSW
Park
Bovey Heath, Haytor Vale
31 min walk • Bovey Heath is a 32 hectare area of heathland between Bovey Tracey and Heathfield in south Devon, England. Although primarily heathland habitat, the site has some wet mature oak woodland, and is home to rare species such as the Dartford warbler, stonechat, nightjar and the narrow headed ant.
2.4 miE
Park
Ugbrooke, Chudleigh
61 min walk • Ugbrooke House is a stately home in the parish of Chudleigh, Devon, England, situated in a valley between Exeter and Newton Abbot. It dates back over 900 years, having featured in the Domesday Book. Before the Reformation the land belonged to the Church and the house was occupied by Precentors to the Bishop of Exeter.
3.7 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Forest
Yarner Wood & Trendlebere Down, Dartmoor National Park
96 min walk • Yarner Wood & Trendlebere Down in Dartmoor, Devon, England is a woodland managed by Natural England. The woodland is part of the East Dartmoor Woods and Heaths National Nature Reserve. The entire area is 777 acres while Yarner Wood is 365 acres. Since 1985 the site has been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
1.9 miNE
Cave
Cow Cave, Chudleigh
48 min walk • Cow Cave is a limestone cave system which is situated on the south side of the Chudleigh Rocks, close to the town of Chudleigh, Devon, England. It is listed as a Scheduled Monument by Historic England and was first listed in 1992.
3.8 miSE
Park
Hackney Marshes, Kingsteignton
97 min walk • Hackney Marshes is a local nature reserve in Devon, England. It comprises a low-lying area of flood meadows located at the head of the Teign Estuary by Kingsteignton.
1.5 miS
50°33'46"N • 3°38'56"W
Stover Country Park, Newton Abbot
39 min walk • Park
4 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Puritan's Pit, Newton Abbot
103 min walk • Puritan's Pit is a large steep-sided pit in the south side of the valley of the River Lemon in Bradley Woods, just west of the town of Newton Abbot in Devon, England.