Alternative Valentine Activities

Cosy Cinema

Watch a film at the unique Barn Cinema at Dartington Hall. Showing mainstream releases alongside independent arthouse and world cinema, this 15th century venue is open every day and is within the beautiful setting of Dartington Hall and gardens. The gardens are free to explore (donations welcome) and there is a café and pub on site. Alternatively, drive or walk (about 30 mins) down to The Shops for more food and drink options and a range of food, craft, home and toy shops.
Parking charges apply (first hour free at The Shops). Dartington Hall, Totnes, TQ9 6EL

dartington.org/whats-on/barn-cinema
dartington.org/visit/walks

Get Baking

Learn a new skill together with a bakery class at Otterton Mill. The bakers at this working watermill show you traditional bread making techniques. Includes refreshments and a soup and fresh bread break.
ottertonmill.com

Birds of Prey Experience

Give the gift of a close encounter with hawks, owls, falcons and eagles at one of the birds of prey centres in Devon, such as…
yarakbirdsofprey.co.uk
devonbirdofprey.co.uk/experience-days

Have Afternoon Tea

Swap dinner for a leisurely afternoon tea. We like the Salutation Inn at Topsham, where you can usually choose between the airy Glass House and cosy lounge.
salutationtopsham.co.uk