Blackadon Blog

Blackadon Blog

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24 June 2021

Dog friendly accommodation

How many people do you know that have brought a dog into their home during the last year? The number of dog owners has increased a lot on the back of people spending more time at home during the COVID-19 …

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11 March 2021

The Cottages at Blackadon Farm receives two top tourism awards

Dartmoor new business wins two of Devon’s top tourism awards The Cottages at Blackadon Farm awarded Gold – the top accolade for New Tourism Business Also recognised in the top two businesses for being Ethical, Responsible & Sustainable 11 March …

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20 January 2021

Everything you need to know about South Devon

Whether you have been to South Devon many times or you are planning your first trip, the South Devon from your Sofa guide can help you get the most from your stay. Naturally, we hope you will choose to stay …

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9 December 2020

Merry Christmas 2020. Get ready for 2021

From all of us at The Cottages at Blackadon Farm, we’d like to wish you a wonderful Christmas and a healthy 2021. We are so grateful to everyone who has supported us during 2020. We really enjoyed showing new and …

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3 October 2020

Things to do in Plymouth

Let's look things to do in Plymouth given it's only 15 minutes away by car. …

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4 July 2020

Wedding Accommodation in Devon

When you’re organising a wedding or civil partnership ceremony, there are so many things to do. With so many people travelling to help you celebrate one of the most important days of your life, you’ll need somewhere for them to …

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17 May 2020

River Dart kayaking holidays

Kayakers and canoeists love the River Dart. It’s one of the best places to kayak and canoe in the UK. We’re fortunate to be a short drive from the river which is why a number of kayaking and canoeing groups …

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21 April 2020

Hiking and walking on Dartmoor

We bet you’re itching for a lovely long walk or hike. Imagine hiking or walking straight from your cottage onto Dartmoor. You can do that from The Cottages at Blackadon Farm. Where do you want to go? A short walk …

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1 March 2020

Celebrate the Mayflower’s 400th anniversary

Can you believe that 2020 marks the 400th anniversary of English explorers leaving the port city of Plymouth in Devon to discover America? Back then it was known as the New World. It was a journey of discovery for colonists …

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15 February 2020

Size matters. Stunning group accommodation in Devon

Does size matter? It does if you’re looking for a big holiday house that provides stylish accommodation for a group. The Cottages at Blackadon Farm has a cottage called The Great Barn. It accommodates up to 25 people, over 10 …

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