Adventure Group – Dartmoor Estate Tea tour and tasting
Did you know that tea is grown here in Devon? Well this is your chance to see it growing and sample the output with a tour and tasting at Dartmoor Estate Tea.
Here are the details:
| Nature of activity | Dartmoor Estate Tea tour and tasting |
| Name of u3a organiser and organiser’s contact details | Carolyn Hartley, email via: adventure@u3a.dawlish.info |
| Location of activity | Dartmoor Estate Tea Furzeleigh Farm Ashburton Devon TQ13 7JL Note: the estate is quite tucked away and it is difficult to see the turn off. |
| Date and start time | Monday 31st August 2026 at 2pm |
| Cost | £15 per person |
| Cost includes | Guided tour of the Dartmoor Estate Tea plantation and tea tasting afterwards. |
| Duration | The tour will take 1.5 hours |
| Meeting point | At the car parking area. |
| Deadline for commitment | Please notify Carolyn as soon as possible but by Friday 21st August at the latest if you wish to come on this adventure. |
| Deadline for payment | The full balance of £15 per person to be paid by Friday 21st August.
Bank details are as follows: Please note, it is really important that you add the reference so our Treasurer knows what the funds are for. Cheque payments: |
| Cancellation policy | Full refund for cancellation up to the Friday 21st August 2026. Loss of all payment thereafter (unless you can find somebody else to take your place). Please notify Carolyn as soon as possible if you need to cancel. |
| Procedure for notifying group if provider cancels | In the event of cancellation Carolyn will send an email to all those who have booked and update the details on the website. Please check the website on the morning of the activity in case of last minute cancellation. |
| Level of fitness required or any particular skills (you must satisfy yourself that you are physically able to participate in the activity). | Moderate fitness required on pathways. |
| Personal medical conditions | If you have any medical conditions that might affect your ability to complete the walk then you should declare this to the organisers on arrival. |
| Disclaimer | Please note that whilst the u3a organisers are concerned for everyone’s welfare, by taking part in this activity you should recognise that your safety is your own responsibility. |
| Appropriate footwear & clothing | Weather-appropriate everyday clothing and comfortable footwear. Don’t forget a hat and sunscreen if needed. |
| Toilet / refreshment facilities | Tea and toilets are available. Cafes are available locally but not on site. |
| Storage of personal belongings | There is a secure place to keep valuables. |
| Accessibility | There is partial wheelchair access to the site and grounds. |
| Public transport and car parking facilities | Limited car parking is available at Dartmoor Estate Tea. We encourage lift sharing. If you need or are willing to offer a lift please contact Carolyn. |
| Risk assessment | A risk assessment has been conducted for this activity. It is recommended that you read this. Please find it here. |
Any questions? Just get in touch via email: adventure@u3a.dawlish.info.
Last updated 31/07/2026