The Fairy Tale Village: Cockington Court & Country Park
A short distance from the seafront lies a place where time has seemingly stood still. Cockington is a quintessential English village featuring narrow winding lanes, horse-drawn carriages, and cricket on the green. At the heart of it all is Cockington Court, a 16th-century manor house surrounded by 460 acres of parkland and ornamental gardens.
The Artisanal Hub: What makes Cockington Court unique is its transformation into a Creative Hub. The former stables and outbuildings now house a vibrant community of contemporary artisans. You can walk through the studios and watch glassblowers, blacksmiths, chocolatiers, and leatherworkers at their craft. It is the perfect place to buy a truly unique, locally-made gift. After you’ve explored the manor, head to the village center for a cream tea. In Devon, we insist you put the clotted cream on first, then the jam!
- Top Tip: Don’t just stick to the manor; explore the “Hidden Valley” walk within the country park to see the historic game larder and water mill.
- Location: Cockington, Torquay, TQ2 6XA.
- Contact: 01803 607230 | info@cockingtoncourt.org
- Website: cockingtoncourt.org
