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Major city · United Kingdom

Princetown

Spend a half‑day to a full day in Princetown as a base for Dartmoor walks; arrive by bus from Yelverton or Tavistock (≈30 min).

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Princetown sits at 435 m in Dartmoor National Park, the highest settlement on the moor. It is a small village with a visitor centre, two pubs and a few B&Bs, making it ideal for a day‑trip walk or a short overnight stay before heading to other Dartmoor villages.

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Weather
see forecast
Currency
GBP
Best months
May–Sept
avoid Dec–Feb (short daylight, possible snow)
Airport
PLH
Nights
1
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  • Britain and Ireland ↗Neither the UK nor Ireland is part of Schengen: days spent here do not count towards the 90/180-day Schengen limit, and a Schengen visa does not admit you to either country.
  • Britain and Ireland ↗The island of Ireland runs on two currencies: euro in the Republic, pound sterling in Northern Ireland and Great Britain. Carry a card that pays in both without fees.
  • Britain and Ireland ↗Both islands drive on the left. Speed limits are in miles per hour in the UK (including Northern Ireland) and in kilometres per hour in the Republic of Ireland.
  • United Kingdom ↗Most visitors who do not need a UK visa now need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travelling; this includes EU nationals. Irish citizens are exempt. Check the UK government site for your passport.
  • United Kingdom ↗The UK is outside the EU and the Schengen area; a Schengen visa is not valid for the UK.
  • United Kingdom ↗Driving is on the left; London has congestion and emissions charges for most vehicles, so do not drive in the city.

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Princetown, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Dartmoor Prison gatesPrincetown Visitor CentreThe Prince of Wales pub and its breweryDartmoor walks from the former railway line
Airports
PLH Plymouth Airport

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Avoid

    8°C (46°F)

  2. Feb

    Avoid

    9°C (48°F)

  3. Mar

    not flagged

    12°C (54°F)

  4. Apr

    not flagged

    15°C (59°F)

  5. May

    Best

    18°C (64°F)

  6. Jun

    Best

    21°C (70°F)

  7. Jul

    Best

    23°C (73°F)

  8. Aug

    Best

    23°C (73°F)

  9. Sep

    Best

    20°C (68°F)

  10. Oct

    not flagged

    16°C (61°F)

  11. Nov

    not flagged

    11°C (52°F)

  12. Dec

    Avoid

    8°C (46°F)

Best: May–Sep. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →

Warmest Jul (23°C (73°F)), coolest Jan (2°C (36°F) low), wettest Jan (12 rain days), driest Jul (5). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Princetown: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

8°C (46°F)

2°C (36°F)

12 rd

Feb

9°C (48°F)

2°C (36°F)

10 rd

Mar

12°C (54°F)

4°C (39°F)

9 rd

Apr

15°C (59°F)

6°C (43°F)

8 rd

May

18°C (64°F)

9°C (48°F)

7 rd

Jun

21°C (70°F)

12°C (54°F)

6 rd

Jul

23°C (73°F)

14°C (57°F)

5 rd

Aug

23°C (73°F)

14°C (57°F)

5 rd

Sep

20°C (68°F)

12°C (54°F)

7 rd

Oct

16°C (61°F)

9°C (48°F)

9 rd

Nov

11°C (52°F)

5°C (41°F)

11 rd

Dec

8°C (46°F)

3°C (37°F)

12 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

The village is compact; walking is easiest. Main road has paved sidewalks. No public transport within the village.

Nearest full guides

Straight-line distance, not travel time

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Dartmoor Prison gates

go

Door to door: ≈10 min

Walk 5–10 min from the village centre

Open year‑round; no entry fee.

Princetown Visitor Centre

go

Door to door: ≈5 min

Walk 2 min from the main road

Open 10 am–3 pm, closed Mon‑Tue.

Tavistock

caution

Door to door: ≈45 min

Bus 98 from Yelverton (≈30 min) or drive 12 km (7.5 mi)

Limited service on Sundays.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

Prince Hall B&B

Double room £180 per night; dog‑friendly.

The Plume Of Feathers Inn

Historic inn, rooms on request; price check.

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
£50–£80 (≈ US$70–110) excl. bed
Mid
£80–£130 (≈ US$110–180) excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
B&B double room2 × 1 night × £210£420
Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × £80£160
Bus 98 from Yelverton2 × £5 · check£10
Taxi from Plymouth Airport2 × £20 · approx £20; price 2010, verify current rate.£40
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge£63
Trip total≈ £347 per person per day, bed included£693≈ US$950

Prince Hall price; check for seasonal variation.

2026 estimate in GBP; flights and car hire excluded.

Prices of common things

Coffee at Fox Tor Café£2–£3 (≈ US$3–4)
Fish & chips at Old Police Station Café£5–£7 (≈ US$7–10)
Pub ale (Jail Ale) at The Prince of Wales£3–£4 (≈ US$4–6)

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Princetown is safe; main risks are slippery paths in wet weather and limited mobile coverage on the moor.
  • Buses (98) from Yelverton/Tavistock do not run on Sundays; check timetable.
  • Winter weather can close some high‑moor paths; check the Visitor Centre before heading out.

Emergency numbers

Police
999
Medical
999

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Emergency

  • Police999
  • Medical999

Embassy

US consulate in Exeter (check address); UK consular services in London.

My embassy: —

Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Bus 98 Yelverton → Princetown: about £5 (≈ US$7) one way (check)
  • Taxi Plymouth Airport → Princetown: ≈ £20 (check)

Say or show

  • Sorry — Excuse me / Sorry (sɒri)
  • Thank you — Thank you (θæŋk juː)
  • How much is it? — How much is it? (haʊ mʌtʃ ɪz ɪt?)
  • Where is the bus stop? — Where is the bus stop? (wɛər ɪz ðə bʌs stɒp?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Princetown. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: May–Sept · avoid Dec–Feb (short daylight, possible snow) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 2 bands
  5. 3 day-trips, door to door
  6. 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. Add a car hire from Plymouth Airport for flexible moorland access.
  2. Stay an extra night at Prince Hall to explore higher Dartmoor routes.

Meanwhile

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Sources

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