With over 10 antique shops, ample parking and plenty of places to eat and drink, Ashburton
is the perfect place to find a hidden gem!
The historic Stanary town of Ashburton, nestled in the rolling hills of South Dartmoor, is making a name for itself as the Antiques Capital of the South West. This week sees the launch of Ashburton Antiques Trail - a new initiative involving all of the town’s antique shops, aimed to promote trade and encourage visitors to the town. A joint initiative involving all of the town’s antique shops.
The Antiques Trail has been created with help from local designer Stephen Howarth and acts as a signposted guide to help visitors discover the wealth of different antique shops on offer. It has already
attracted much attention and admiration with local residents and businesses branding it “A brilliant idea”.
Easily accessible from the A38, Ashburton has something to offer for all tastes and budgets. With antiques ranging from the 16th to 20th century, traditional antique shops work alongside quirky and retro shops specialising in industrial design, French antiques and painted furniture. There’s plenty to choose from with shops offering everything from antique furniture, lighting and mirrors to collectables, pottery, silver, jewellery and more.
Recently, the antiques trade has been enjoying a resurgence in popularity with more and more people becoming conscious of the impact they have on the planet. In a ‘throw-away’ society antiques are proving to be a more sustainable option than flat-pack.
Supported by the Town Council, Ashburton Chamber of Trade and Dartmoor National Park, it is hoped that the Antiques Trail will encourage many new visitors to the town who will not only enjoy browsing the plentiful antique shops but will also enjoy the bustling high street, full of vibrant independent shops, delicious eateries and historic buildings.
To plan your visit or for more information go to the website www.ashburtonantiquestrail.co.uk or follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Leaflets can be found in the Ashburton Information Centre, Post Office and in the antique shops themselves.
Contact details :
Email : info@ashburtonantiquestrail.co.uk
Tel : 07800561203