Share
ShareCombining history, alternative therapies, and breathtakingly beautiful countryside, Totnes is a unique and charming market town.
Renowned for its history, its links to alternative therapies and the surrounding beautiful countryside, Totnes is a great addition to any itinerary.
This unique and charming market town sits in the heart of South Devon on the idyllic River Dart and has an international reputation for its lively and diverse community and as a centre for learning, arts, alternative lifestyles and culture. The town is home to an exceptional range of small independent retailers and is famed for its promotion of ethical products, whole foods and fair trade goods.
The town’s architecture is a constant reminder of the area’s history, with Totnes castle being the most notable feature. Here you’ll discover fascinating Norman ancestry and enjoy fantastic views of the Dart Valley. While on Fore Street you can find the Brutus Stone, said to mark the spot where Trojan Prince, Brutus, disembarked from his ship and named the town.
For more local tourist information:
- Totnes Tourist Information Centre
- Email Address enquire@totnesinformation.co.uk
- Contact Details 01803 863168
Refine your search:
Totnes Clocktower © VisitDevon
Totnes Views © VisitDevonYou may be interested in...
Get competitive on gorgeous coastal golf courses
Golfers can enjoy north Devon's stunning coast from the golf course at either Saunton Sands or Ilfracombe
Location: Ilfracombe, Devon
Explore Exmoor on foot at its annual walking festival
Pull on your hiking boots and join in the march at the North Devon and Exmoor Walking Festival.
Location: Exmoor, Devon
Tavistock Farmers' Market
Food is serious business in Tavistock: on the second and fourth Saturday of the month, the central Bedford Square jumps into life.
Location: Tavistock, Devon
Follow themed cycle trails through Haldon Forest Park
Get active under 3,500 acres of forest canopy, with purpose-built cycling trails for all abilities at Haldon Forest Park
Location: Exeter, Devon
Latest Twitter updates
Happy #NationalCurryWeek 🍛. Today there are more Indian restaurants in Greater London than in Delhi and Mumbai combined! Spice up your week by grabbing a curry at one of these dalh-ightful spots 🤤. @thehandbook https://t.co/XsThKwYQ79 https://t.co/wvltISYukx
Such exciting news about the #RoyalBaby 👑👶! To celebrate, take a walk with us down memory lane to some of the beautiful places where members of the #RoyalFamily were born. https://t.co/ANXMY0j1wg https://t.co/pRWPK9UDrM
Huge congratulations to #PrincessEugenie 👸🏻 and Jack Brooksbank 💍 . Inspired to check out #WindsorCastle for yourself? Have a look at our royally good itinerary in #Windsor 🏰#RoyalWedding https://t.co/2xNTBkz8No https://t.co/elc8le6Qrl
Instagram updates
Close
Customer survey …
VisitEngland would like to invite you to take part in a short survey about our website.
It should take no more than a couple of minutes.
Close