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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 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…

  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 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

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  8. 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.

  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 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…

  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 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,…

  13. 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.

  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 Dartmoor National Park to your Itinerary

    Dartmoor National Park

    Address

    High Moorland Visitor Centre, Princetown, Yelverton, Devon, PL20 6QF

    Telephone

    01822 890414

    Yelverton

    Dartmoor National Park is one of the last great wildernesses in the UK with an inspirational landscape of heatherclad moors and rugged tors.

  16. Add South Devon Railway to your Itinerary

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    South Devon Railway

    Address

    The Station, Dartbridge Road, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0DZ

    Telephone

    01364 644370

    Buckfastleigh

    The South Devon Railway features a wonderful 14 mile round trip along a branch line of the former Great Western Railway. Gleaming, historic GWR steam engines haul trains full of enthralled passengers of all ages between Buckfastleigh and Totnes…

  17. Add Exeter Quayside to your Itinerary

    Exeter Quayside

    Address

    The Quay, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4AN

    Telephone

    01392 271611

    Exeter

    Exeter's Historic Quayside is the most attractive area in the city, popular with locals & visitors for its fascinating history, pubs & restaurants.

  18. Add Teign Heritage, Teignmouth and Shaldon Museum to your Itinerary

    Teign Heritage, Teignmouth and Shaldon Museum

    Address

    Teign Heritage, 29 French Street, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 8ST

    Telephone

    01626 777041

    Teignmouth

    Teignmouth's landmark building contains a range of interesting exhibits in two wonderful new permanent galleries, which have been carefully designed to appeal to both adults and children.

  19. 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…

  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 Coleton Fishacre House & Garden to your Itinerary

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    Coleton Fishacre House & Garden

    Address

    Brownstone Road, Kingswear, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 0EQ

    Telephone

    01803 842382

    Dartmouth

    At the country home of the D'Oyly Carte family you can travel back in time to the Jazz Age. This most evocative of country homes was built in the Arts & Crafts style in the late 1920’s and is imbued with Art Deco elegance.

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

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The River Dart

The River Dart

Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Salcombe

Salcombe

Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Great Plantation

Great Plantation

Person and Phone at Stover Country Park
Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Horseracing
Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Seaton Wetlands
Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Sharpham

Sharpham

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

Food Festival
People eating Cream Tea
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

kite flying
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Topsham

Topsham

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Salcombe

Salcombe

Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Festivals, Fetes & Fairs
Respect, Protect and Enjoy
Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Shaldon

Shaldon

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

BBQ
Crabs
Pen & Paper
Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Sandridge Barton
Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Blog in Flowers
Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Travel Blog, South Devon, Winter
Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Honiton

Honiton

Seaton

Seaton

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Cake & Coffee
South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

Mamhead view towards Exmouth
Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Vineyard
Berry Head

Berry Head

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Woodbury Common

Woodbury Common

Salcombe
Teignmouth
Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

Golf
Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Frosty mornings
Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach sunset
Plymouth Hoe

Plymouth Hoe

Ashburton

Ashburton

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach with view of Exmouth
View of Beesands

View of Beesands

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Exmouth

Exmouth

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

camping overlooking the sea
Teignmouth

Teignmouth

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Dawlish Beach
Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Dog on South Devon Beach
Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Cathedral Close

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

Umbrellas
Boats near Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Autum Leaves
Topsham

Topsham

Cockington

Cockington

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Salcombe

Salcombe

Welcome Family Holiday Park
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Boat tour on the River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

Ashburton High Street
Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Pebbles
Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Topsham

Topsham

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Topsham

Topsham

Devonshire Cream Tea
Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Torcross

Torcross

Topsham

Topsham

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Bovey Tracey High Street
Family on beach
Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Pumpkins, Halloween
Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

Caravan Parks in South Devon
Easter in South Devon
Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Drone shot of Dawlish Warren from the sea
Travel Blog, South Devon
Cullompton

Cullompton

Cullompton

Cullompton

Rock Pooling at Wembury
Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

Shaldon

Shaldon

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach huts sunset
Rabbit
Start Point

Start Point

Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish

Dawlish

Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Ashburton

Ashburton

Bovey Tracey High Street
Peak Hill Sidmouth Countryside
Days Out On Your Doorstep Logo
Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary Trail

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Crediton

Crediton

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach Sunset
Exmouth Beach

Exmouth Beach

Walking in the woods
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Wedding Glasses Toasting, weddings in South Devon
Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Ashburton

Ashburton

Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

Start Point

Start Point

Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

Avon Dam

Avon Dam

Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Salcombe

Salcombe

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Swimming Pool
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Pride in South Devon
Tiverton Countryside
Cake
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Burger & Chips
Salcombe

Salcombe

Paintbrushes
Dartmeet

Dartmeet

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Tiverton

Tiverton

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Bickleigh

Bickleigh

Budleigh Salterton Countryside
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Crediton

Crediton

High Ropes
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

Devonshire Cream Tea
Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

Paintbrushes
Modbury

Modbury

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Roses
The River Dart

The River Dart

Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

EV Charging in South Devon
Barley field

Barley field

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Bluebells Honiton
The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingswear

Kingswear

Concert
Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Kingsbridge Estuary

Kingsbridge Estuary

Escape the Everyday in South Devon
Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Town

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Autum Leaves at Old Forde House, Newton Abbot
Newton Abbot Town Quay

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Country Lane
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Free Events
Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Torquay seafront

Torquay seafront

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Totnes Fore Street

Totnes Fore Street

Fireworks
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Dartmoor
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Haytor

Haytor

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Tiverton

Tiverton

Honiton

Honiton

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Sailing on the River Dart

Sailing on the River Dart

Dartmouth

Dartmouth

Tickets
Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Shaldon

Shaldon

Flags at Sidmouth Folk Festival
Honiton

Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

Shaldon

Shaldon

Salcombe

Salcombe

Keyboard
Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Father's Day Events
Salcombe

Salcombe

Dittisham

Dittisham

Colouring Pencils
Dog at Stover Country Park
Shaldon
Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

Calendar
Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

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