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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!
Official Totnes information website packed with all you need to know about Totnes events, accommodation and things to do.
- Elizabeth R. Beijing, China 5 contributions. Totnes highlight. We visit the Narnia shop/Timehouse every time we visit Totnes. We love the shop, there is always something to buy (and please do buy something, we want the Narnia shop/Timehouse to be around for a long while more!).
- Tricia H. Bracknell, UK20 contributions. Great little cafe. Thoroughly enjoyed visiting this castle. Didn’t manage to walk around due to a knee injury but has great scope for a long walk.
- HuntersWood. Bath, UK80 contributions. Mixed feelings. We have a 2nd home locally and were really excited to visit SB and support a local winemaker and restaurant.
- Dave L. Burntwood, UK24 contributions. Pete and his Owls, a highlight!!! Just came back from a visit to the Rare Breeds Farm in Totnes. We did it via the South Devon Steam Railway journeys and had time to kill before the return leg back to Buckfastleigh.
- Totnes Castle
- Totnes Museum
- Totnes Fashion & Textile Museum
- Totnes Guildhall
- See Brutus Stone
- Walk Under East Gate
- Shop at The Many Independent Stores
- Take A Ride on The South Devon Railway
- Take A Boat Trip to Dartmouth
- Explore St Mary’s Church
A traditional Norman motte and bailey castle, Totnes Castle is one of the most impressiveDevon attractions. I’d recommend making it your first point of call as soon as you get to the town! Built shortly after the Norman conquest by Juhel, who was in William the Conquerer’s army, Totnes Castle is surrounded by a 13th-century shell keep. It passed in...
Want to get to know Totnes’s history a little better? Head to Totnes Museum. Formerly known as Totnes Elizabethan House Museumbecause 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. It was once one of the richest towns in England, and legend has it that the founde...
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 Fashion Museum is open from Tuesda...
See history come alive at Totnes Guildhall. This site began life as an 11th-century Benedictine priory, then turned into a medieval hall. The guildhall has been at the heart of life in the town for centuries and is well worth visiting while you’re here! It was originally built in 1088, but most of it was destroyed under the dissolution of the monas...
The whole of Britain was allegedly founded in Totnes! Brutus of Troyapparently left Troy when it fell and travelled to the UK, becoming the first official Briton. Brutus Stone allegedly marks where he took his first step onto British soil – he’s quoted to say “Here I stand and here I rest. And this town shall be called Totnes”. Not many people beli...
Arching over Fore Street, East Gateused to be the entrance to the Medieval town of Totnes. Unfortunatley, a large fire in 1990 damaged it, so not all that much of its Medieval exterior remains, but it has been well-restored since.
Whether you’re Christmas shopping or looking for home decorations, Totnes is a hive of independent shops and boutiques. Many of the stores in Fore Street and beyond are independent or smaller brands. My favourites include: 1. Roly’s Fudge Pantry:An establishment in Devon, Roly’s Fudge offers traditional West Country fudge – if you want an edible so...
The South Devon Railway(not to be confused with the Dartmouth Steam Railway) connects Buckfastleigh to Totnes Riverside, traversing through some of the most beautiful scenery in Devon. This traditional Great Western Railway steam train feels like a step back in time. Take in vistas of Dartmoor and the lush River Dart as you chug along. In Buckfastl...
The River Dart connects Dartmouth and Totnes, and you can explore it with theDartmoor River Boat Company. This cruisecovers nine miles and takes 90 minutes each way. On it, pass by Agatha Christie’s Greenway Estate and the Sharpham Estate and vineyards. With an interesting commentary learn funny stories from villages like Dittisham (where Kate Wins...
Tucked away to the side of Fore Street, you’ll find St Mary’s Church. The present building dates back 500 years, but a monastery and an even earlier church occupied this site 1,000 years ago. In 1088, St. Mary’s began its life as a local cell for French Benedictine monks, and it was redeveloped in the 13th and 15th centuries. The rood screen, which...
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 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.
