TRANSPORT & FAQ

Making sustainable travel choices is simple. Totnes is a 30-minute train journey from Exeter, Plymouth and Torquay. The Gold Bus runs every 30 minutes and takes 50 minutes from The Strand, Torquay and 1 hour from Plymouth.

When you arrive at the station, it’s a 10 minute walk into the town. The local Bob the Bus town connection service stops at the station.  If you want to take a taxi, it’s wise to book in advance as availability can be limited especially at busy times.

For detailed train times check the following websites

www.gwr.com

www.nationalrail.co.uk

www.thetrainline.com

uIf you are planning to drive to the festival please note that town centre parking tends to be busy on Friday and Saturday morning, give yourself plenty of time and read our tips below. 

FRIDAY

On Friday most of our shows start later in the day so parking should be easier, you may need to park a little further out and walk in. This MAP shows you where Totnes parking is located . Another option is to park at the Cider Press Centre Dartington and bus, walk or cycle  from there.

SATURDAY 

KEVICC our local secondary school are allowing festival goers to use their Elmhirst parking site on Sat and Sun up until 6.00pm Sun.

The rolling hills around Totnes provide a bountiful harvest and you’ll find a choice of cafes and restaurants making the most of the local, seasonal produce. Cool off with a home-made gelato, grab a vegan baked beetroot falafel with hummus, refuel with a cardamom bun and coffee, or sit by the water’s edge with pizza and Moules Mariniere.

On Fridays and Saturdays throughout the year, the market square buzzes with over 50 stalls. These sell an eclectic mix of vintage collectibles, food, and crafts.

Totnes and the surrounding area boasts all types of accommodation to please a range of tastes and budgets. Whether you’re looking for a classy hotel, a friendly guesthouse, a cosy cottage or the warm welcome of a farm, you’re sure to find something to suit you in Totnes and the surrounding area.

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Book your selected accommodation direct with the establishment and please mention the Visit Totnes Website. Some accommodation in this guide has been given quality star ratings by the AA and VisitBritain which also gives gold and silver awards to those establishments that achieve the very highest levels of quality.