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  1. 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.

  2. 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…

  3. 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…

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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…

  8. 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.

  9. 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.

  10. Add Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves to your Itinerary

    Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves

    Address

    89-91 Ilsham Road, Wellswood, Torquay, Devon, TQ12JF

    Telephone

    01803215136

    Torquay

    Kents Cavern is one of Europe's top Stone Age caves, with an extensive labyrinth of spectacular and easily accessible caverns open daily all year. Our entertaining guides will take you on an underground adventure in this award winning attraction,…

  11. Add Dartington Hall to your Itinerary

    Dartington Hall

    Address

    Dartington, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6EL

    Telephone

    01803 847000

    Totnes

    Come and enjoy a fabulous day out at Dartington, where you can experience a range of visitor attractions set in stunning, Grade 2* listed gardens. Visit our cinema, browse in a wide range of shops, or relax in our restaurant and B&B.

  12. 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…

  13. 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.

  14. 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…

  15. Add Bayards Cove Fort to your Itinerary

    Bayards Cove Fort

    Address

    Bayards Cove, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 9AX

    Telephone

    0870 333 1181

    Dartmouth

    A single storey Tudor artillery fort built before 1534 to protect the harbour from any hostile ships that might have made it past the defences of Kingswear and Dartmouth castles.

  16. Add China Blue to your Itinerary

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    China Blue

    Address

    Station Road, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5JR

    Telephone

    01803 860908

    Totnes

    We are a one-of-a-kind destination store for those seeking a unique, curated mix of shopping, creativity and eating! We offer fun and inclusive, indoor activities the whole family can enjoy.

    We offer a whole host of services throughout our business…

  17. 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.

  18. Add Dartmouth Guided History Tours to your Itinerary

    Dartmouth Guided History Tours

    Address

    Dartmouth, Devon

    Telephone

    01803 845501

    Dartmouth

    Dartmouth is steeped in maritime history and has been an important and strategic deep water port since the twelfth century.

    We offer a 1 to 1 ½ hour walking tour of Dartmouth pointing out the most important buildings and places all within a…

  19. Add Start Point Lighthouse to your Itinerary

    Start Point Lighthouse

    Address

    Start Point, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 2ET

    Telephone

    01803 7701802

    Kingsbridge

    Visit Start Point and the Start Point Lighthouse - one of South Devon's most beautiful coastal walks along the South West Coast Path.

  20. Add World of Country Life to your Itinerary

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    World of Country Life

    Address

    Sandy Bay, Westdown Lane, Littleham, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 5BY

    Telephone

    01395 274533

    Exmouth

    World of Country Life is over 30 acres of fun for the whole family whatever the weather

  21. 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…

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

Modbury

Modbury

Dog at Stover Country Park
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Dartmouth

Dartmouth

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

Boats near Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Fireworks
Crediton

Crediton

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Swimming Pool
Mamhead view towards Exmouth
Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Avon Dam

Avon Dam

Umbrellas
Berry Head

Berry Head

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Tiverton Countryside
Budleigh Salterton Countryside
Salcombe

Salcombe

Crabs
Cullompton

Cullompton

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Exmouth

Exmouth

Honiton

Honiton

Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Salcombe

Salcombe

Devonshire Cream Tea
Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Cathedral Close

Concert
Frosty mornings
Tickets
Seaton

Seaton

Dartmoor
Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Teignmouth

Teignmouth

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

kite flying
Bluebells Honiton
Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach Sunset
Ashburton

Ashburton

Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Salcombe

Salcombe

Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

Respect, Protect and Enjoy
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Golf
Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach sunset
Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach with view of Exmouth
Wedding Glasses Toasting, weddings in South Devon
Great Plantation

Great Plantation

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Torquay seafront

Torquay seafront

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Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

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Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Shaldon

Shaldon

Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Dawlish

Dawlish

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Country Lane
Father's Day Events
Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Ashburton

Ashburton

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Honiton

Honiton

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Caravan Parks in South Devon
Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Boat tour on the River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Bovey Tracey High Street
Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

Ashburton High Street
Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Travel Blog, South Devon, Winter
Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Shaldon

Shaldon

Cake
Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Kingswear

Kingswear

Autum Leaves at Old Forde House, Newton Abbot
South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Cullompton

Cullompton

Sailing on the River Dart

Sailing on the River Dart

The River Dart

The River Dart

Salcombe

Salcombe

Honiton

Honiton

Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Walking in the woods
Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Free Events
The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Keyboard
Pumpkins, Halloween
Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Devonshire Cream Tea
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Vineyard
Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

camping overlooking the sea
Pebbles
Bickleigh

Bickleigh

Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Crediton

Crediton

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Pen & Paper
Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

Topsham

Topsham

Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

Exmouth Beach

Exmouth Beach

Escape the Everyday in South Devon
Salcombe

Salcombe

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Shaldon

Shaldon

Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

High Ropes
Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Festivals, Fetes & Fairs
Salcombe
Horseracing
Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Ashburton

Ashburton

Haytor

Haytor

Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Bovey Tracey High Street
Rock Pooling at Wembury
Sandridge Barton
Food Festival
Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Rabbit
Woodbury Common

Woodbury Common

Cake & Coffee
Start Point

Start Point

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Pride in South Devon
Paintbrushes
Days Out On Your Doorstep Logo
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Shaldon

Shaldon

Torcross

Torcross

The River Dart

The River Dart

Topsham

Topsham

Tiverton

Tiverton

Roses
Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

Start Point

Start Point

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Salcombe

Salcombe

Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Beach
Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Calendar
Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Town

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Shaldon
Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Totnes Fore Street

Totnes Fore Street

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

Ice Creams
Barley field

Barley field

Kingsbridge Estuary

Kingsbridge Estuary

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

View of Beesands

View of Beesands

Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

Autum Leaves
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary Trail

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Topsham

Topsham

Welcome Family Holiday Park
Cockington

Cockington

Seaton Wetlands
Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Colouring Pencils
Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Tiverton

Tiverton

Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

Person and Phone at Stover Country Park
Flags at Sidmouth Folk Festival
Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

EV Charging in South Devon
Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Dittisham

Dittisham

The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Topsham

Topsham

Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Plymouth Hoe

Plymouth Hoe

People eating Cream Tea
Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Easter in South Devon
The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Travel Blog, South Devon
Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Sharpham

Sharpham

Burger & Chips
Dartmeet

Dartmeet

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Teignmouth
Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Peak Hill Sidmouth Countryside
Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Paintbrushes
Salcombe

Salcombe

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Drone shot of Dawlish Warren from the sea
Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach huts sunset
Topsham

Topsham

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Family on beach
Blog in Flowers
Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

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