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Devon's largest castle ruin at Dartmoor's northern gate — Okehampton's atmospheric castle ruins, the Dartmoor gateway, and the reinstatement of the railway make it one of Devon's most historically rewarding and increasingly accessible market towns

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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

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.

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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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Food & drink in Okehampton

Okehampton has good independent cafes and restaurants. The market for local Devon produce. Local Dartmoor and Devon food throughout.

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Dartmoor tourism and the North Devon catchment drive Okehampton. Independent businesses serve the community. The railway is transforming accessibility.

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