Plymouth and West Devon
Singles in and around West Devon
West Devon is the high, wild side of the county, with Dartmoor, deep wooded valleys and quiet market towns. For a first date there's a walk at Lydford Gorge, a visit to Buckland Abbey, or a stroll round Burrator Reservoir. Distances are long, so it helps to plan ahead and check opening times.
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First date ideas in West Devon
Three easy places to meet someone new in West Devon. Check opening times before you go.
Lydford Gorge
A deep wooded gorge run by the National Trust, with waterfalls and walking trails. It is ticketed and the paths are uneven, so check prices and opening times, and wear good shoes.
Buckland Abbey
A former abbey and Tudor home beside the Tavy valley, run by the National Trust, with gardens and estate walks. Check prices and opening times before you go.
Burrator Reservoir
A scenic reservoir on Dartmoor with a flat path and plenty of space. Check the weather, as it can be windy.
Around West Devon
Neighbourhoods and nearby villages: Tavistock, Okehampton, Lydford, Yelverton, Holsworthy and Princetown.
Getting there: Okehampton is on the Dartmoor Line to Exeter, and the Tamar Valley Line from Plymouth stops at Bere Alston. Buses are limited, so most people drive, and the A30 and A386 are the main roads.
Go Devon Dating covers the whole county, so you can join from West Devon and search nearby towns too. New to dating again? Our guide to dating safely is a good place to start.
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Questions about dating in West Devon
What is a good first date in West Devon?
There are plenty of easy options: a walk at Lydford Gorge, a visit to Buckland Abbey and a stroll round Burrator Reservoir. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.
How do I get to West Devon?
Okehampton is on the Dartmoor Line to Exeter, and the Tamar Valley Line from Plymouth stops at Bere Alston. Buses are limited, so most people drive, and the A30 and A386 are the main roads.
Can I join Go Devon Dating from West Devon?
Yes. Creating a profile is free, and when you sign up you pick your area so we can show you singles nearby. Go Devon Dating covers the whole county, so you can search other towns too.
Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in West Devon?
Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Every member is ID verified, and our guide to dating safely has more tips.