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Okehampton Castle (the largest castle in Devon, a magnificent ruin), the Dartmoor gateway, the Tarka Line railway, and a North Devon market town at the edge of Dartmoor
A little history
Okehampton Castle — founded in the 11th century and expanded in the 14th century — is the largest castle in Devon and one of its most romantic ruins. The town is at the northern edge of Dartmoor. The Tarka Line from Exeter runs to Okehampton, and weekend services onto the moor have been reinstated.
Okehampton Castle is excellent — the ruins in the wooded valley are atmospheric. The Dartmoor walking from the town. The Museum of Dartmoor Life. The Saturday market for local produce.
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Okehampton is a place in Devon known for okehampton Castle (the largest castle in Devon, a magnificent ruin), the Dartmoor gateway, the Tarka Line railway, and a North Devon market town at the edge of Dartmoor. Okehampton Castle — founded in the 11th century and expanded in the 14th century — is the largest castle in Devon and one of its most romantic ruins. The population is around 6,500.
Okehampton has good independent cafes and restaurants. The market for local Devon produce. Local Dartmoor and Devon food throughout.
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