Culture, arts & entertainment: things to do in Okehampton

FRIDAY 25TH APRIL 2025
A THING TO DO THIS FRIDAY

in OKEHAMPTON
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knifesharpening - See a truly cutting edge factory. [ATTDT]
Estimated cost £6.20 (adult) Estimated duration 1-2 hours Distance away Less than a mile away
During the Industrial Revolution, the Finch Foundry, on Sticklepath in Okehampton, was once one of Dartmoor's most successful factories - 400 edge tools were made here every day at one point. Experience the sights and sounds of the massive machinery and sharpening stones this Friday from 11am (last entry 4.30pm) and transport yourself to a world of nineteenth century industry.
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