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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 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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,…

  7. 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…

  8. 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.

  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 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.

  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 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.

  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 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…

  16. 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…

  17. 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…

  18. 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

  19. 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.

  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 Dartmouth Mayflower Heritage Trail to your Itinerary

    Dartmouth Mayflower Heritage Trail

    Address

    Dartmouth, Devon

    Dartmouth

    Created to mark the 400 year anniversary of the sailing of the Mayflower, Dartmouth’s Mayflower Heritage Trail tells the story of the town and its relationship with the voyage undertaken by the Pilgrims.

    The trail paints a picture of Dartmouth…

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Exeter Princesshay

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Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

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Bigbury Beach

Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

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Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Mamhead view towards Exmouth
The River Dart

The River Dart

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Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Caravan Parks in South Devon
Peak Hill Sidmouth Countryside
Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Horseracing
Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Devonshire Cream Tea
Bovey Tracey High Street
Salcombe

Salcombe

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Father's Day Events
Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Dartmouth

Dartmouth

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Shaldon
Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Walking in the woods
Dittisham

Dittisham

Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Modbury

Modbury

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Ashburton

Ashburton

BBQ
Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Pride in South Devon
Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Start Point

Start Point

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

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Tiverton

Tiverton

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

Crediton

Crediton

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Flags at Sidmouth Folk Festival
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Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Dog on South Devon Beach
Rabbit
Kingsbridge Estuary

Kingsbridge Estuary

camping overlooking the sea
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Welcome Family Holiday Park
Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Fireworks
Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach with view of Exmouth
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Topsham

Topsham

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Honiton

Honiton

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Sailing on the River Dart

Sailing on the River Dart

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Honiton

Honiton

Shaldon

Shaldon

Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Family on beach
Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

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

South Devon Railway

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

The River Dart

The River Dart

Bickleigh

Bickleigh

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Haytor

Haytor

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Drone shot of Dawlish Warren from the sea
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

High Ropes
Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Seaton

Seaton

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

Seaton Wetlands
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

Plymouth Hoe

Plymouth Hoe

Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

Ashburton

Ashburton

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Boat tour on the River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

Colouring Pencils
Dartmeet

Dartmeet

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Torcross

Torcross

Salcombe
Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Town

Roses
Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Days Out On Your Doorstep Logo
Berry Head

Berry Head

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Budleigh Salterton Countryside
Salcombe

Salcombe

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Totnes Fore Street

Totnes Fore Street

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Crediton

Crediton

Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Boats near Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Calendar
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Topsham

Topsham

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Start Point

Start Point

Respect, Protect and Enjoy
Kingswear

Kingswear

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Paintbrushes
Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Festivals, Fetes & Fairs
Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Tickets
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

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People eating Cream Tea
Exmouth

Exmouth

Cake & Coffee
Dog at Stover Country Park
Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Teignmouth

Teignmouth

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Topsham

Topsham

Dartmoor
Keyboard
Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Sharpham

Sharpham

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Barley field

Barley field

Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Cathedral Close

Shaldon

Shaldon

Pen & Paper
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Paintbrushes
Salcombe

Salcombe

Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Tiverton Countryside
Crabs
Newton Abbot Town Quay

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

EV Charging in South Devon
Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary Trail

Salcombe

Salcombe

Woodbury Common

Woodbury Common

The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Great Plantation

Great Plantation

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Topsham

Topsham

Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

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Burger & Chips
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Shaldon

Shaldon

kite flying
Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach sunset
Cullompton

Cullompton

Concert
Shaldon

Shaldon

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Topsham

Topsham

Honiton

Honiton

Cockington

Cockington

Ice Creams
Swimming Pool
Bovey Tracey High Street
Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Free Events
Salcombe

Salcombe

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Cullompton

Cullompton

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Food Festival
Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Easter in South Devon
Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Avon Dam

Avon Dam

Torquay seafront

Torquay seafront

Dawlish Beach
Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Devonshire Cream Tea
Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

Bluebells Honiton
Tiverton

Tiverton

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Salcombe

Salcombe

Salcombe

Salcombe

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach huts sunset
Teignmouth
Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Rock Pooling at Wembury
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Ashburton

Ashburton

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

Ashburton High Street
Vineyard
Sandridge Barton
Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Exmouth Beach

Exmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Pumpkins, Halloween
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

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Pebbles
View of Beesands

View of Beesands

Person and Phone at Stover Country Park
Dawlish

Dawlish

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

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