Advantages: Lots to see and do for all ages. Lovely scenery. Pleasant environment. Disadvantages: The eco-toilets are a little on the "ripe" side and for the brave only.
...Donkey Sanctuary at Sidmouth and Escot Park at Ottery St Mary (both in Devon). Therefore, pup in tow, we duly set of one sunny July day to explore the possibilities of a good day out at Escot Park.
== WHAT IS THERE TO DO AT ESCOT? ==
Situated in East Devon, Escot is the home of Kennaway family, and has been for over two hundred years. However, instead of doing the usual thing and opening their Georgian Stately House to the public (or handing it ... ...The part of Escot open to the general public is an area of parkland, where they have played on the great natural beauty of the area, and complimented rather than spoiled it. They’ve done a very nice job of making a delightful country park for families to enjoy nature at its best.
We decided to visit as I rather liked the sound of the maze at Escot, and the gardens and surrounding woodlands sounded pretty interesting too. Added to which the Tattie ...
Bollinger28 12.09.2009
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Advantages: Lots of outdoor activities for children Disadvantages: Some not so nice toilets
I have lived near Escot park all of my life and I am ashamed to say that I had never been until recently. I was invited to go here during half term, five of us went (two adults, three children) and I have to say what a great day out we had here, I was pleasantly surprised. I always thought it was just a posh house with nice garden (national trust type thing) and I could not have been more wrong, its a country park for families to enjoy. There is ... ...everything. Admission prices for Escot are £6.95 for a adult, family of two adults & two children £24, dogs 50p, children under 3 free. If you think you may end up visiting here a few times a year its probably worth getting a year pass, for two adults & two children is £52, you only need to visit three times to make this pay for itself. These passes also give you discounts in the shops etc. A slight downside to the park though is some of the toilets, ...
soutram 15.06.2009
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