A moorland National Park that goes on forever and miles of heritage coast topped and tailed by riviera coastline define the southwest county of Devon. You and your family will never tire of rolling hills dotted with thatched cottages, and dramatic coastlines with cliff-edged bays and elegant Georgian towns like Torquay straight from an Agatha Christie crime caper. With so many places in Devon to explore, we recommend you pack picnics for every day out. The hours will disappear exploring rock pools and smugglers’ caves. Another attraction is the dolphins somersaulting off sweeping beaches. Then there are the famous Devonshire teas – oven-warm scones, sticky strawberry jam and dollops of clotted cream. Need we say more?
Devon
Devon
A moorland National Park that goes on forever and miles of heritage coast topped and tailed by riviera coastline define the southwest county of Devon. You and your family will never tire of rolling hills dotted with thatched cottages, and dramatic coastlines with cliff-edged bays and elegant Georgian towns like Torquay straight from an Agatha Christie crime caper. With so many places in Devon to explore, we recommend you pack picnics for every day out. The hours will disappear exploring rock pools and smugglers’ caves. Another attraction is the dolphins somersaulting off sweeping beaches. Then there are the famous Devonshire teas – oven-warm scones, sticky strawberry jam and dollops of clotted cream. Need we say more?
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May events: Tuck into a three day food festival in Exeter
Celebrate the best food and drink from the South West at this event in May.
Location: Exeter, Devon
Follow themed trails through Haldon Forest Park
Walk, cycle, horse ride, segway or Go Ape at Haldon Forest Park near Exeter.
Location: Exeter, Devon
Enjoy a saddle and paddle adventure in Exeter
With historic canals and West Country scenery at its finest, it’s essential that you see as much of Exeter as possible.
Location: Exeter, Devon
Step into a Jane Austen novel at Hartland Abbey
Visit the historic house and filming locations of classic TV adaptations of Jane Austen and Rosamunde Pilcher novels, and step into the romance.
Location: Hartland, North Devon
Wheatland Farm Eco Lodges
Wheatland Farm Eco Lodges is an inspirational and reviving place to stay with friends or family.
Location: Winkleigh, Devon
Absorb the art of Lundy Island
Artists of all kinds are attracted to north Devon, and currently it is the perfect location to view works by Damien Hirst and Antony Gormley
Location: Ilfracombe and Lundy Island, Devon
Unearth Dartmoor's ancient history
Marvel at the best examples of prehistoric archaeology in Western Europe, including Bronze Age settlements, standing stones and circles.
Location: Dartmoor, Devon
Enjoy wine tasting in the heart of Devon
Discover award-winning wine produced in the beautiful Devon countryside and enjoy a tasting in the picturesque estuary town of Topsham, near Exeter.
Location: Topsham, Devon
Experience world renowned art on Ilfracombe harbour
Damien Hirst’s monumental statue ‘Verity’ provides a new landmark in this historic seaside town with a growing reputation for art and culture.
Location: Ilfracombe, Devon
Stretch Your Legs Hiking Dartmoor National Park
Dartmoor National Park is a walk to remember. Follow a suggested route in the leaflets; join guided walks with an expert, or set yourself a challenge.
Location: Dartmoor, Devon
Discover Maritime and Wartime History in Dartmouth
With its strong maritime heritage, enchanting streets and scenic river location you’ll fall in love with Dartmouth.
Location: Dartmouth, Devon
Go glamping at Crealy Great Adventure Park
Glamp in style at Crealy Meadows and enjoy unlimited access to Crealy Great Adventure Park, the ultimate family holiday destination near Exeter.
Location: Exeter, Devon
Look to the night sky on Exmoor
This National Park of diverse landscapes, woven together in a rich tapestry, provides inspiration day and night
Location: Exmoor, Devon/Somerset
Cycle from coast to moor on the Tarka Trail
Discover historic coastal towns, deep river valleys, and ancient woodlands on one of the country’s longest traffic-free cycling and walking routes.
Location: Dartmoor, Devon
Discover Devon's Literature Scene
Devon has provided inspiration for a host of literary greats down the centuries. Many of them lived in Devon, or stayed to be inspired for a time.
Location: Exmoor, Lynton & Lynmouth, Taw and Torridge estuaries, Braunton Burrows, Morte Point
Savour Britain's culinary coast on the Riviera
Straight from the sea to your plate, the English Riviera has some of the finest locally-sourced fresh fish and seafood in the UK.
Location: English Riviera, Devon
Discover the River Exe Estuary by saddle and paddle
Cruise the Exe Estuary Trail with waterside pubs along the route providing picturesque pit-stops from sporting activity.
Location: Exeter, Devon
Visit The Mayflower Steps & Museum
Stand with your own feet on the Mayflower Steps, which mark the approximate location from which the Pilgrim Fathers embarked upon The Mayflower for the final time, in the year 1620.
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Wake up early for a totally worth it tour of Brixham Fish Market
An early morning visit to Brixham's famous fish market is the most authentic way to experience coastal life in the southwest of England.
Location: Brixham, Devon
Enjoy street food beside the river in Exeter
Choose from an impressive line-up of different cuisines at this regular night market, set against the stunning backdrop of Exeter's historic quayside.
Location: Exeter, Devon
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