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Totnes (/ ˈtɒtnəs / TOT-nuhss or / tɒtˈnɛs / tot-NESS[2]) is a market town and civil parish at the head of the estuary of the River Dart in Devon, England, within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Discover the postcard-pretty, bustling town of Totnes. With a thriving market and a lively independent shop and café scene unfolding in the shadow of the impressive Totnes Castle, there’s lot to see and do throughout the year. A word of warning: you’ll need more than a day to enjoy it all!
Totnes has an excellent range of small independent retailers and unique shops, with a focus on fair trade goods, handmade crafts and ethical products alongside quality clothes, seasonal food, beautiful gifts and so much more.
- Totnes Castle. A traditional Norman motte and bailey castle, Totnes Castle is one of the most impressive Devon attractions. I’d recommend making it your first point of call as soon as you get to the town!
- Totnes Museum. Want to get to know Totnes’s history a little better? Head to Totnes Museum. Formerly known as Totnes Elizabethan House Museum because it is located in a Tudor house, this museum is a treasure trove of information about the historic town – and there’s plenty to learn.
- Totnes Fashion & Textile Museum. The Totnes Fashion & Textile Museum is another place to visit in Totnes on a rainy day – or anytime! With exhibitions ranging from period costumes to fashion in the 21st century, it’s a must-visit place for any stylish tourists – or people who are interested in how fashion has changed through the centuries.
- Totnes Guildhall. See history come alive at Totnes Guildhall. This site began life as an 11th-century Benedictine priory, then turned into a medieval hall.
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From wine & cheese tasting to cuddling animals, pottery painting to riverside walks, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in and around Totnes, whether you want to relax, be active or soak up the local history.
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Totnes has always had a reputation for being vibrant and fun, its reputation isn’t that far from the truth, with notable buildings, a rich history, quirky independent shops and a host of interesting events taking place all year around, there is always something to do in Totnes.
