Some days call for a long list. This one calls for a little space. Build your own route around Totnes and Dartington, choosing a couple of stops rather than trying to fit everything in.
Begin with a table in town
At the top of Totnes, The Bull Inn is a good place to start your shortlist for a seasonal meal. Choose a service that suits your day and book ahead. Then leave yourself time to wander through town before the next stop.
Meet The Bull InnFind something made by hand
Over in Dartington, Pippi & Me’s working studio brings porcelain tableware, lighting and a considered collection of gifts together. Confirm visiting hours first. This is a lovely browse for anyone who enjoys the small details of a home.
Meet Pippi & Me CeramicsOr make something of your own
If you would rather be the one holding the paintbrush, book a pottery painting session at Designs Café. Choose your piece and take your time. Ask when it will be ready to collect after firing; it will not usually be coming home the same day.
Meet Designs CaféOne more lovely detour
Nkuku’s barns in Harbertonford are a separate countryside stop, so plan transport between them and town. Browse handmade homewares, then pause at the café or courtyard. Pick the stops you love most and give them room to breathe.
Meet Nkuku Lifestyle Store & CaféMake it your own. These are ideas to choose from, not a timed itinerary. Check each venue’s current opening, availability and travel arrangements before you go.
An independently researched Near & Known edit. Venue details checked against their own websites, October 2026. No paid placements in this guide.
