Culture > Heritage
Heritage
South Devon has something for everyone when it comes to heritage!
The value we place on our heritage means we have a fine stock of wonderful historic buildings, country houses, churches, castles and much more to enjoy! Many a gem is to be found in our thriving historic towns and villages.
The glorious countryside is rich in natural heritage and wildlife, and generously peppered with archaeological sites and monuments. To discover more about our industrial and social heritage, and follow the fortunes of fishing, farming, wool, tin, clay, railways, shipbuilding, smuggling (and much more) visit the many excellent local museums.
Wonderful and unusual mixtures of plants flourish in the mild climate. If plants are your thing a visit to see the rare and tropical varieties that abound in our gardens is a must.
Find out about the area's most famous historic and literary residents and visitors, peek into times past with folklore and traditions. And if all that still doesn't satisfy you follow the useful links to find out more!
