Beautiful, tranquil, clean, unspoilt and undiscovered. Welcome to Ruby Country in the heart of rural Devon.

Enclosed by Dartmoor, Exmoor and the north coast of Devon and Cornwall, Ruby Country is the ideal base for a magical, relaxing visit to the west country.

Ruby Country is part of Devon comprising many villages and hamlets surrounding the market towns of Holsworthy and Hatherleigh. With diverse heritage, culture and landscape there are many distinctive facets reflected in the high quality goods, services and activities being delivered in the area.

Historically a livestock farming area, Ruby Country takes its name from the Devon Ruby Red cattle famed in the area for their resilience and association with the grazing the challenging culm grassland environment.

This website will help you discover the very best of this area. Whether you are looking for something to do, somewhere to stay, food and drink, or more information, this website will be able to help.

Ruby Country is a great place for walking, cycling, horse riding, fishing and much more besides.

New! Ruby Rides brochure now available.

Ride the Ruby Country has been working with Devon County Council to produce this brochure containing 6 circular rides, suitable for walkers and cyclists too.

To download a copy click here.

Stop press: Ruby Country Market in Hatherleigh on Saturday 7th April. With so much going on why not make a day of it?  Click here to find out more, or visit www.rubycountrymarket.co.uk  A proper day out in Devon.

Ruby Country newsletter available to view and download here.  The newsletter has all the latest news, updates and forthcoming events in Ruby Country.

To download a copy of the new Ruby Country leaflet, click here

There are many great places to stay and on the Ruby Breaks pages you will find a selection of accommodation businesses recommended by us.

Whether you are looking for a relaxing break or an active holiday, a week in Ruby Country or a days break from Dartmoor of the coast, great food and drink, arts and crafts, and hospitality galore, you’re sure to find what you want and need in Ruby Country.

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