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Edwards’ Super Chariot Racer at Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre, Lifton, Devon Robert Edwards ordered the ride new in 1934 at a cost of £1,750. It was built in Burton on Trent by Messrs. Orton, Sons and Spooner. The ride is 42 feet in diameter, plus the porch and steps, and was decorated in art deco ‘jazz’ style, popular in the 1930s. After the war the ride was rebuilt with the massive Chariot Racer scene on the front boards. This was constructed at Ortons and painted by their artists, Sid and Albert Howell. The Chariot Racer was travelled by the Edwards family until 1991 when it was placed in store in Swindon until acquired by the Fairground Heritage Trust. It arrived at the site in 2006 and with the help of Frank Edwards, it was assembled within a fortnight of arriving at its new home, and opened to the public later that year. fairground-heritage.org.uk/
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Dingles Steam Village This now incorporates a nationally important fairground collection. This was a special event day with a Garrett portable and a Burrell showmans in front of the main entrance.
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River Lyd. The Lyd, placidly flowing to the right, just above 458671. Beyond the floodplain rises Hartly Wood.
Northern slopes of Lyd valley A green lane cuts across the south-facing fields above the River Lyd between Sprytown and Lifton. Seen from Stowford Footpath 13.
Routes to Lifton On the left is the former A30; on the right, Stowford Bridleway 11 climbs towards Castle Farm. Lifton Wood and the church tower are about 2 kilometres away.
Future Inn Plymouth

Future Inn Plymouth

3 out of 5
1 William Prance Rd Plymouth England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £60 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
£60
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Plymouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
I’ve been staying at the future inn for the past 9 years on a regular basis as me and my partner have family in Plymouth.. it’s always been our go to hotel however the recent years the carpets in whatever room we get given seem to be all stained and the beds are so bouncy, you’re woken up every-time ...

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Future Inn Plymouth
St. Mellion Estate

St. Mellion Estate

4 out of 5
St Mellion Saltash England
The price is £79 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
£79
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Saltash. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Staff excellent gym etc spot on

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

St. Mellion Estate
Woodford Bridge Country Club

Woodford Bridge Country Club

4 out of 5
Milton Damerel Holsworthy England
The price is £79 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
£79
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Holsworthy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Quiet clean room. Problem with bathroom sink waste was promptly dealt with. Swimming pool, sauna and steam room first rate. Helpful list of local eateries supplied.

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Woodford Bridge Country Club
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Frankaborough Farm Holiday Cottages

Frankaborough Farm Holiday Cottages

3.5 out of 5
Broadwoodwidger Lifton England
Stay at this spa cottage in Lifton. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Roadford Reservoir and Dingles Fairground ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
The place is spacious and cosy. There is a small playground where kids can spend their time.

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

Frankaborough Farm Holiday Cottages
Stunning uninterrupted moorland views over lake and Rough Tor

Stunning uninterrupted moorland views over lake and Rough Tor

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Stay at this cottage in Camelford. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions North Cornwall Museum and Bowood Park Golf Course are located ...
Stunning uninterrupted moorland views over lake and Rough Tor
Large Holiday Cottage for families, groups near Bude in Cornwall

Large Holiday Cottage for families, groups near Bude in Cornwall

Bude Cornwall
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Bude. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Harlequinns Leisure and Red Elk Archery ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews)
Thank you. Such a great house for a large party of all ages to enjoy quality time together while having space. Comfortable and quiet with lovely views.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Large Holiday Cottage for families, groups near Bude in Cornwall
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Popular places to visit

Kelly House

Find out about the history of Kelly with a stop at Kelly House. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Kelly House

Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre during your trip to Stowford. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the lively bars.

Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre

Things to do

Tintagel castle Tor's Tours

2-Day Tour of King Arthur's Cornwall in Tintagel, Boscastle and Dartmoor from Glastonbury

£295
per adult
2-Day Tour of King Arthur's Cornwall in Tintagel, Boscastle and Dartmoor from Glastonbury
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Cities near Sprytown

Broadwoodwidger from over here.
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Lifton

Okehampton Camp on dartmoor

Okehampton

Thrushel valley near Hayne A view from the lane between Stowford and Hayne. The Thrushel's course follows the second line of trees, and left of centre of the photo it is running close to the northern edge of the square. The farm in the distance, beyond North Plantation, is East Rowden in SX4187.

Stowford

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