Graddon Cross Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Taken during a photo stop on the Hertfordshire Railtour "Meldon Quarryman" on 24 November 1984. In falling light conditions at Meldon Quarry, 50047 "Swiftsure" is seen stabled on a train of stone wagons. Class 50s were never that common on freights being built originally for express services north of Preston on the WCML prior to electrification in mid-1970s. After that, they had a career move to be re-allocated to the Western Region and again worked express serves to the West Country. They also put in a good service during the 1980s on the London Waterloo to Exeter route.
Taken during a photo stop on the Hertfordshire Railtour "Meldon Quarryman" on 24 November 1984. In falling light conditions at Meldon Quarry, 50047 "Swiftsure" is seen stabled on a train of stone wagons. Class 50s were never that common on freights being built originally for express services north of Preston on the WCML prior to electrification in mid-1970s. After that, they had a career move to be re-allocated to the Western Region and again worked express serves to the West Country. They also put in a good service during the 1980s on the London Waterloo to Exeter route.
Yes Tor. Dartmoor's second highest peak, at 2028 feet. Pic taken from Meldon viaduct
Photo by Ron Strutt (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
The Manor House Hotel This is the original manor house building which is now surrounded by a large complex of buildings providing accommodation and various sporting and craft activities. More details here: http://www.manorhousehotel.co.uk/hotel-manor.asp
Photo by Rod Allday (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Minehouse Farm Farmhouse near Okehampton, seen from the passing bridleway (Okehampton Hamlets Bridleway 2, also the line of the West Devon Way and the Two Castles Trail).
Betty Cottles Inn

Betty Cottles Inn

3 out of 5
Tavistock Rd Okehampton England
Stay at this inn in Okehampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Ashbury Golf Club and Okehampton Castle are located nearby.
7.4/10 Good! (7 reviews)
Good clean and value for money. Ideal location for what I wanted

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Get rates
Betty Cottles Inn
Bovey Castle

Bovey Castle

5 out of 5
North Bovey Newton Abbot England
The price is ₹22,047 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
₹22,047
₹26,457 total
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newton Abbot. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (529 reviews)
Tv stopped working . Not many food options for gluten free

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Bovey Castle
The Moorland Hotel, Haytor, Devon

The Moorland Hotel, Haytor, Devon

4 out of 5
The Moorland Hotel Haytor Dartmoor Newton Abbot England
The price is ₹6,322 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
₹6,322
₹8,845 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newton Abbot. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (429 reviews)
Great location Clean cosy room

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

The Moorland Hotel, Haytor, Devon
See all 1,458 properties in Graddon Cross
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Mole Resort - Lodges

The Mole Resort - Lodges

4 out of 5
The Lodges at The Mole Umberleigh England
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Umberleigh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)
Very friendly staff, hot tub wasn’t up to temp on our arrival but staff were very apologetic and we were not charged for it that evening. The Lodge was very clean, good quality bedding and toiletries.

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

The Mole Resort - Lodges
Frankaborough Farm Holiday Cottages

Frankaborough Farm Holiday Cottages

3.5 out of 5
Broadwoodwidger Lifton England
Stay at this spa cottage in Lifton. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Roadford Reservoir and Dingles Fairground ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
The place is spacious and cosy. There is a small playground where kids can spend their time.

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

Frankaborough Farm Holiday Cottages
Stunning Shepherd's Hut Retreat, North Devon

Stunning Shepherd's Hut Retreat, North Devon

2 out of 5
Goutisland Farm House Bideford England
Stay at this cabin in Bideford. Enjoy free parking and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions The Gnome Reserve and Wildflower Garden and Peppercombe Beach ...
8/10 Very Good! (3 reviews)
This shepherd's hut is in a very remote area. Some difficulty traversing the narrow country roads to get there. The view was lovely and the host friendly and accomodating. The bed was high and we, in our mid seventies, had to assist each other in and out each time. All in all, despite the wet, windy ...

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Stunning Shepherd's Hut Retreat, North Devon
See all properties in Graddon Cross
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Lydford Gorge

Explore the great outdoors at Lydford Gorge, a lovely green space in Lydford. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the lively bars.

Lydford Gorge

Ashbury Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Okehampton Hamlets at Ashbury Golf Club. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Ashbury Golf Club

Okehampton Castle

Okehampton Castle is just one of the places to see in Okehampton Hamlets, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Okehampton Castle

The Granite Way

You can take time to visit The Granite Way during your travels to Sourton. While in this quaint area, you can savour the lively bars.

The Granite Way

Museum of Dartmoor Life

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Museum of Dartmoor Life in Okehampton. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Museum of Dartmoor Life

Eastcott Vineyard

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Eastcott Vineyard during your travels to Northlew. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Eastcott Vineyard