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A NATION MAD ABOUT FERNS Between the 1840s and 1890s Victorian Britain was gripped by a fern craze. Collecting and cultivating ferns became highly fashionable for people of all classes. In 1855 Charles Kingsley even coined the word pteridomania or ‘fern madness‘. Where people lacked the space or clean air to grow ferns outdoors […]
WHO BUILT CANONTEIGN’S OLD MILL? Stenner & Gunn at Lowman Ironworks in Tiverton. CLAMPITT FALLS ARE NAMED AFTER WHO? The Clampitt brothers. WHAT’S THE NAME OF ENGLANDS TALLEST WATERFALL? The Lady Exmouth Falls IN WHICH QUEEN’S REIGN WERE THE 90 STEPS CREATED? Queen Victoria WHAT WAS THE VICTORIAN CRAZE FOR FERN COLLECTING CALLED? Pteridomania or […]
Current Vacancies If you’re looking to work as part of a close-knit team in beautiful surroundings that offers something a little bit different to a normal 9 – 5 then read on. Kitchen Assistant Full time. We will be recruiting for 2025 from end of January onward. As a Cafe / Kitchen Assistant at Canonteign […]
Since 2013, Canonteign Falls has proudly hosted the Exeter and District Model Boat Club, a group with a rich history dating back to 1980. The club brings together enthusiasts of all ages, with a shared passion for radio-controlled model boats, whether they be electric, steam-powered, or classic yachts. Throughout the summer, the club invites children […]
Exclusive Alpaca Experience at Canonteign Falls
Events Members Day – Sunday March 23rd Season Opening March 24th 2025 Alpaca Experience book now for Easter 2025 We are Recruiting Kitchen Assistant Cafe Assistant Click here to find out more. “What an amazing place. Scenery was stunning. Delicious cake from the Cafe and really attentive staff. The complete package” TripAdvisor Aug 2024 Opening […]
We’re thrilled to announce that the Canonteign Kitchen Café will feature its first guest artist of 2025: Holly Stevens. Holly’s artwork will be featured on our café walls, bringing a fresh and inspiring feel to the space when we open on March 24th. About Holly Stevens Holly has been passionate about art from an early […]
Canonteign Falls is a stunning natural attraction in the heart of Devon and we love dogs! Visit for peaceful walks among the waterfalls, lakes, meadows and woodlands. Escape the crowds and experience the highest waterfall in Dartmoor National Park. We welcome your four-legged friends inside and out and with 90 acres to explore there […]
Canonteign Falls is a stunning natural attraction in the heart of Devon. Visit us for peaceful walks among the waterfalls and lakes and family fun in the gardens and playgrounds. Escape the crowds and experience the highest waterfall in Dartmoor National Park. For garden lovers, the Victorian Fern Garden is a historic snapshot of the […]
Springtime in Devon brings with it a spectacle that stirs the soul—the return of the bluebells. These delicate blooms transform ancient woodlands into realms of vibrant color and fragrance. And if you’re seeking the perfect place to immerse yourself in this natural wonder, look no further than Canonteign Falls. Nestled on the edge of Dartmoor, […]