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  1. Add Berry Head Nature Reserve to your Itinerary

    Berry Head Nature Reserve

    Address

    Gillard Road, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 9AP

    Telephone

    01803 882619

    Brixham

    Berry Head Nature Reserve is an important wildlife and historical site in Brixham, South Devon. 

    The area is an internationally acclaimed heritage site and National Nature Reserve, home to a variety of coastal wildlife, history, geological…

  2. Add Buckfast Abbey to your Itinerary

    Buckfast Abbey

    Address

    Buckfast, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0EE

    Telephone

    01364 645500

    Buckfastleigh

    Located in a picturesque valley on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, Buckfast Abbey is home to a community of Roman Catholic Benedictine Monks, who live their lives of prayer, work and study according to the ancient rule of St Benedict.

  3. Add Meldon Reservoir to your Itinerary

    Meldon Reservoir

    Address

    Meldon, Okehampton, Devon

    Telephone

    01566 771930

    Okehampton

    Nestled amidst the open moorland and dramatic tors of Dartmoor National Park lies the captivating destination of Meldon Reservoir, where nature and history intertwine to offer a unique day out.

  4. Add Powderham to your Itinerary

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    Powderham

    Address

    Powderham, Kenton, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8JQ

    Telephone

    01626 890243

    Exeter

    A visit to Powderham Castle is an enchanting day out for all its visitors. Fascinating guided tours of this magnificent 600year old Castle.

  5. Add The Donkey Sanctuary to your Itinerary

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    The Donkey Sanctuary

    Address

    Slade House Farm, Sidmouth, Devon, EX10 0NU

    Telephone

    01395 578222

    Sidmouth

    Bring out the best in your herd and make memories that last a lifetime at The Donkey Sanctuary. Meet hundreds of adorable rescue donkeys for FREE and discover so much more besides.

  6. Add Torre Abbey to your Itinerary

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    Torre Abbey

    Address

    The King's Drive, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JE

    Telephone

    01803 293593

    Torquay

    Come and enjoy a visit exploring our stunning buildings, garden and impressive displays, world-class collections and exhibitions, complemented by modern amenities and special accessibility features.

  7. Add Bridging the Tamar Visitor and Learning Centre to your Itinerary

    Bridging the Tamar Visitor and Learning Centre

    Address

    Tamar Bridge, Pemros Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL51LP

    Telephone

    01752 361577

    Plymouth

    Bridging the Tamar Visitor and Learning Centre celebrates the world class heritage and engineering significance of both the Tamar Bridge and Royal Albert Bridge. Free to enter attraction overlooking the River Tamar.

  8. Add Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site Devon to your Itinerary

    Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site Devon

    Address

    SEATON, Devon, EX12 2LD

    Telephone

    01305 225091

    SEATON

    Enjoy the beauty of the Jurassic Coast in Devon, miles of breathtaking coastal paths, stunning views and historic landmarks.

  9. Add Tavistock Guildhall and Information Centre to your Itinerary

    Tavistock Guildhall and Information Centre

    Address

    Guildhall Square, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 0AE

    Tavistock

    A ‘gateway’ centre for information about the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape World Heritage Site (WHS), the Guildhall also tells the story of Tavistock’s mining past and of the building itself as one of England’s first purpose-built…

  10. Add Babbacombe Model Village to your Itinerary

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    Babbacombe Model Village

    Address

    Hampton Avenue, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LA

    Telephone

    01803 315 315

    Torquay

    BABBACOMBE MODEL VILLAGE

    Step into a world of miniature marvels!

    Bring back those magical childhood memories as you explore a quaint and quirky representation of England through five decades at Babbacombe Model Village. Meander your way through…

  11. Add Stuart Line Cruises to your Itinerary

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    Stuart Line Cruises

    Address

    Unit 3 The Point, Pier Head, Exmouth Marina, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 1FE

    Telephone

    01395 222144

    Exmouth Marina, Exmouth

    Stuart Line Cruises is based in Exmouth, Devon and we are easy to find. We do have some alternative departure points in Exeter, Sidmouth and Topsham so please therefore check carefully as to where your boat trip is departing from, before making your…

  12. Add Devon’s Top Attractions to your Itinerary

    Devon’s Top Attractions

    Address

    Devon Wide

    Telephone

    01392 201227

    Come rain or shine, whether you’re looking for a relaxing time or a full-on action packed day, it is all here with Devon’s Top Attractions.  Find the best days out in Devon and plenty of choice too www.devonstopattractions.co.uk

    What to know…

  13. Add The Daymark to your Itinerary

    The Daymark

    Address

    Kingswear, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 0EH

    Dartmouth

    Built in 1864, the Daymark is a grade II listed tower, which reaches 80ft high and visible from Dartmouth. It can be seen for many miles if you’re out at sea. This stunning octagonal tower is situated in a picturesque field overlooking the sea, and…

  14. Add Dartmouth Castle to your Itinerary

    Dartmouth Castle

    Address

    Castle Road, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 0JN

    Telephone

    01803 834445

    Dartmouth

    Surrounded by sparkling waters, Dartmouth is one of the most beautifully located fortresses in England. For over 600 years, the castle has guarded the narrow entrance to the Dart Estuary and the busy, vibrant port of Dartmouth.

  15. Add House of Marbles to your Itinerary

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    House of Marbles

    Address

    The Old Pottery, Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey, Devon, TQ13 9DS

    Telephone

    01626 835285

    Bovey Tracey

    House of Marbles is a unique attraction located in Bovey Tracey, the 'Gateway to the Moors'. Free entry, free parking & dogs are welcome. You will find a large gift shop with a variety of interesting goodies, fully licensed daytime restaurant,…

  16. Add Templer Way to your Itinerary

    Templer Way

    Address

    Stover, Newton Abbot, Devon

    Stover, Newton Abbot

    The Templer Way is an 18 mile walk which traces the historic route of granite being taken from the quarries at Haytor to the docks at Teignmouth.

    The Templer way starts off at Haytor, Dartmoor before passing through Bovey Tracey, Stover Country…

  17. Add Totnes Castle to your Itinerary

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    Totnes Castle

    Address

    Castle Street, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5NU

    Telephone

    01803 864406

    Totnes

    The English Heritage castle is the focal point of the town, standing as a legacy to the once powerful Normans. It's one of the best surviving early motte and bailey castles, the moat is now filled with cottages and gardens in the town.

  18. Add Dartington Trust to your Itinerary

    Dartington Trust

    Address

    Dartington Estate, Dartington, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6EL

    Telephone

    +441803847000

    Dartington, Totnes

    Welcome to Dartington Estate, a beautiful and historic destination offering a wide range of activities, events, and experiences.

  19. Add The Newcomen Engine to your Itinerary

    The Newcomen Engine

    Address

    The Engine House, Mayors Avenue, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 9YY

    Telephone

    01803 834224

    Dartmouth

    The Newcomen Engine House, attached to Dartmouth Visitor Centre , houses one of the few surviving 'Atmospheric Engines'. Built in 1720 to Thomas Newcomen's original design, this is the oldest preserved steam engine in the …

  20. Add Teignbridge War Memorial Heritage Trail to your Itinerary

    Teignbridge War Memorial Heritage Trail

    Address

    Across Teignbridge, Devon

    Historic England commenced a thematic listing of World War 1 memorials to commemorate the human loss and 100 year anniversary of the First World War.  The memorials also often included inscriptions from World War II and other battles, and is…

  21. Add Branscombe Village to your Itinerary

    Branscombe Village

    Address

    Branscombe

    Branscombe

    The village of Branscombe on East Devon’s Jurassic Coast, sits in a valley that reaches down to the sea. It is surrounded by picturesque countryside with miles of walks through woodland, farmland, and beach. Thatched houses, a working forge and…

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Cullompton

Cullompton

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Swimming Pool
Honiton

Honiton

Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Kingswear

Kingswear

Seaton

Seaton

Dawlish Beach
Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Festivals, Fetes & Fairs
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Colouring Pencils
Shaldon
Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Budleigh Salterton Countryside
Salcombe

Salcombe

Topsham

Topsham

Sharpham

Sharpham

Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

Devonshire Cream Tea
Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Dartmeet

Dartmeet

The River Dart

The River Dart

Salcombe
Travel Blog, South Devon, Winter
Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

People eating Cream Tea
Horseracing
Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Pumpkins, Halloween
Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Topsham

Topsham

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary Trail

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Berry Head

Berry Head

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Mamhead view towards Exmouth
Bickleigh

Bickleigh

Barley field

Barley field

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Crediton

Crediton

Dartmoor
Salcombe

Salcombe

Teignmouth

Teignmouth

Welcome Family Holiday Park
kite flying
Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Respect, Protect and Enjoy
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

Father's Day Events
Autum Leaves
Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Devonshire Cream Tea
The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Love and Explore South Devon
#LoveSouthDevon #ExploreSouthDevon
View of Beesands

View of Beesands

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Salcombe

Salcombe

Plymouth Hoe

Plymouth Hoe

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Start Point

Start Point

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

EV Charging in South Devon
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Easter in South Devon
Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach Sunset
Country Lane
Salcombe

Salcombe

South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Cake & Coffee
Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Crediton

Crediton

Dartmouth

Dartmouth

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Cathedral Close

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Ice Creams
Family on beach
Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Exmouth

Exmouth

Vineyard
Bluebells Honiton
Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Salcombe

Salcombe

Topsham

Topsham

camping overlooking the sea
Tiverton

Tiverton

Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

Bovey Tracey High Street
Concert
Shaldon

Shaldon

Peak Hill Sidmouth Countryside
Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Pride in South Devon
Newton Abbot Town Quay

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Salcombe

Salcombe

Ashburton

Ashburton

Topsham

Topsham

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach huts sunset
Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

Sailing on the River Dart

Sailing on the River Dart

Wedding Glasses Toasting, weddings in South Devon
Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

Totnes Fore Street

Totnes Fore Street

Autum Leaves at Old Forde House, Newton Abbot
Dawlish

Dawlish

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

Seaton Wetlands
Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Ashburton High Street
Food Festival
Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

Tiverton

Tiverton

Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Town

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

High Ropes
Ashburton

Ashburton

Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

Woodbury Common

Woodbury Common

Keyboard
Sandridge Barton
Exmouth Beach

Exmouth Beach

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Ashburton

Ashburton

Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Rock Pooling at Wembury
Dog at Stover Country Park
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Great Plantation

Great Plantation

Tiverton Countryside
Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Torcross

Torcross

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Modbury

Modbury

Blog in Flowers
Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

Shaldon

Shaldon

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Paintbrushes
Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

Kingsbridge Estuary

Kingsbridge Estuary

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Fireworks
Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Avon Dam

Avon Dam

Haytor

Haytor

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Rabbit
Cockington

Cockington

Drone shot of Dawlish Warren from the sea
The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Dittisham

Dittisham

Start Point

Start Point

Frosty mornings
Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Escape the Everyday in South Devon
Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Walking in the woods
Burger & Chips
Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Honiton

Honiton

Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

BBQ
Teignmouth
Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Golf
Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

Boats near Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Bovey Tracey High Street
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Travel Blog, South Devon
Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Calendar
Cullompton

Cullompton

Free Events
Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach sunset
Dog on South Devon Beach
Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

Topsham

Topsham

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach with view of Exmouth
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

The River Dart

The River Dart

Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

Crabs
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Paintbrushes
Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Torquay seafront

Torquay seafront

Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Caravan Parks in South Devon
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Umbrellas
Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Boat tour on the River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

Days Out On Your Doorstep Logo
Roses
Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Person and Phone at Stover Country Park
Pen & Paper
Shaldon

Shaldon

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Tickets
Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Flags at Sidmouth Folk Festival
Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

Shaldon

Shaldon

Pebbles
Honiton

Honiton

Cake
Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Salcombe

Salcombe

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