Blog (August 2026) - Visit South Devon

Welcome to the official Visit South Devon Blog

Whether you’re looking for beautiful countryside and rolling moors, tranquil coves or open beaches with water sports, picturesque villages or bustling towns, all packed full of great attractions and places to visit, and not to mention amazing food, South Devon has it all.

In our regular blog we will highlight some of the best places to visit, events not to be missed and places to stay, as well as giving you lots of advice on how to make the most of your time in South Devon.

But you don’t just have to take our word of it, you’ll also find below a number of guest blogs which will highlight why the writers love South Devon and what they enjoy most about the region.

Read our past blog posts here.

The Ultimate Weekend Escape: Plan Your Perfect Day Trip to South Devon

18th Aug 2026

South Devon offers the perfect antidote to busy modern life. With its dramatic coastline, charming villages, and lush countryside, escaping here for a weekend or even a single day trip.

Totnes and Beyond: Exploring South Devon's Complementary Therapy Scene

13th Aug 2026

South Devon is known for its coastline and market towns. Inland, though, the town of Totnes has a different kind of name.

Staying Connected in South Devon: What Visitors Should Know About Signal, SIMs and Getting Online

13th Aug 2026

Coverage in the towns is fine. Totnes, Dartmouth, Salcombe, Kingsbridge and the Torbay area generally have workable 4G and often 5G. Exeter is well served.

An Enchanting New Year at Boringdon Hall

11th Aug 2026

Enjoy a New Year’s Eve escape with all the sense of occasion it deserves at Boringdon Hall Hotel near Plymouth.

Step Into a World of Magic at the Brand-New Fantastical Magic Festival

10th Aug 2026

If you've ever wished you could step into a world of magic, this summer is your chance.

Discover the Soul of the South West: Exploring 'Peninsula' at Artizan Collective

7th Aug 2026

If you are spending time in Devon this summer, stepping off the sand and into Torquay’s Artizan Collective Gallery offers a brilliant detour into the creative heart of the region.

Bovey Tracey is becoming the new Eco Spot in Devon.

3rd Aug 2026

One town in Devon is fast becoming an eco hotspot as environmentally friendly businesses are growing in number and eco-tourists are flocking to the area. With its green spaces and easy access to Dartmoor, Bovey Tracey sits just off the Devon Expressway, nestled in the same valley as Ashburton and Buckfastleigh.