Pretty Chagford lies within the Teign Valley on the edge of Dartmoor National Park in the heart of Devon. Once a ‘stannary town’ (a town where tin was coined) back in 1305, it was also important as a stop-off point for those heading west. As such, it has a long and colourful history with many of its 15^th and 16^th century buildings still preserved today. One of its most famous legends involves resident Mary Whiddon who in 1641 was shot dead by a jealous suitor on her wedding day and is said to be the inspiration for the novel ‘Lorna Doone’. Another is the Chagford Cavalier – a ghost said to haunt the Three Crowns hotel – who was shot with a musket. Today, Chagford is a bustling market town with a host of independent shops, festivals and fabulous places to eat and drink. It’s also a fabulous spot to base yourself when exploring Dartmoor National Park and the surrounding area.