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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 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…

  4. 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…

  5. 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.

  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 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.

  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 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.

  10. 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.

  11. 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…

  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 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.

  14. 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,…

  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 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…

  17. Add Ashburton Antiques Trail to your Itinerary

    Ashburton Antiques Trail

    Address

    Ashburton, Devon

    Ashburton has built a reputation over many years as a top destination for antiques and no visit to the town is complete without a browse around its antique shops.

    Ashburton offers more than 10 individual antique shops combining some of the…

  18. Add Treasure Trails in South Devon to your Itinerary

    Treasure Trails in South Devon

    Address

    Various locations throughout South Devon

    Telephone

    01872 263692

    Turn a regular day out into a full-blown adventure!

    For young detectives and adults who never grew up. Treasure Trails are a captivating challenge that combines mind-twisting clues and fascinating stories for anyone with a sense of adventure.…

  19. St Andrew's Church, Moretonhampstead

    Address

    Fore St,, Moretonhampstead, Devon, TQ13 8NN

    Telephone

    01647 440424

    Moretonhampstead

    St Andrew's Church is a Grade I listed Parish Church in Moretonhampstead, in the heart of Dartmoor National Park.

  20. 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…

  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…

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Start Point

Drone shot of Dawlish Warren from the sea
Ashburton

Ashburton

Autum Leaves
Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Burger & Chips
Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

Walking in the woods
View of Beesands

View of Beesands

Crabs
Topsham

Topsham

Mamhead view towards Exmouth
Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Salcombe

Salcombe

Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Cathedral Close

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Free Events
Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

camping overlooking the sea
Devonshire Cream Tea
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Pen & Paper
Cullompton

Cullompton

Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Paintbrushes
Sailing on the River Dart

Sailing on the River Dart

Exmouth Beach

Exmouth Beach

Salcombe

Salcombe

Torquay seafront

Torquay seafront

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

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Start Point

Start Point

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Dartmeet

Dartmeet

Ashburton High Street
Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Cullompton

Cullompton

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Bovey Tracey High Street
Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Kingsbridge Estuary

Kingsbridge Estuary

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Country Lane
Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Boats near Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Concert
Honiton

Honiton

Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

Berry Head

Berry Head

Dawlish

Dawlish

Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

Devonshire Cream Tea
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Topsham

Topsham

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Crediton

Crediton

Festivals, Fetes & Fairs
Avon Dam

Avon Dam

Dartmouth

Dartmouth

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Shaldon

Shaldon

Dartmoor
Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Woodbury Common

Woodbury Common

Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Topsham

Topsham

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Welcome Family Holiday Park
Salcombe

Salcombe

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Autum Leaves at Old Forde House, Newton Abbot
Salcombe

Salcombe

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Travel Blog, South Devon, Winter
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Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

High Ropes
Tiverton

Tiverton

Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach with view of Exmouth
Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach sunset
Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Shaldon

Shaldon

Ashburton

Ashburton

Caravan Parks in South Devon
Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

Paintbrushes
Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Seaton

Seaton

Umbrellas
Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Family on beach
Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

Blog in Flowers
Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Budleigh Salterton Countryside
Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

Pumpkins, Halloween
Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Pride in South Devon
Sandridge Barton
Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Roses
EV Charging in South Devon
Swimming Pool
Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Cockington

Cockington

Torcross

Torcross

Frosty mornings
Pebbles
Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Rock Pooling at Wembury
Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

Sharpham

Sharpham

Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Bluebells Honiton
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Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

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Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Tickets
Kingswear

Kingswear

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Easter in South Devon
Tiverton Countryside
Bickleigh

Bickleigh

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

The River Dart

The River Dart

The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Escape the Everyday in South Devon
Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Dawlish Beach
Ice Creams
Boat tour on the River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Calendar
Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Travel Blog, South Devon
Teignmouth

Teignmouth

Ashburton

Ashburton

Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

Haytor

Haytor

Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Father's Day Events
Peak Hill Sidmouth Countryside
Salcombe

Salcombe

Honiton

Honiton

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Dittisham

Dittisham

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Topsham

Topsham

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Salcombe

Salcombe

kite flying
Exmouth

Exmouth

Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Shaldon

Shaldon

Dog at Stover Country Park
Shaldon

Shaldon

Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Fireworks
Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Dog on South Devon Beach
Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Salcombe
Topsham

Topsham

Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

Plymouth Hoe

Plymouth Hoe

Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Shaldon
Food Festival
Wedding Glasses Toasting, weddings in South Devon
Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

Salcombe

Salcombe

Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Tiverton

Tiverton

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Great Plantation

Great Plantation

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Barley field

Barley field

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach huts sunset
Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Seaton Wetlands
The River Dart

The River Dart

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Cake & Coffee
People eating Cream Tea
Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Cake
Newton Abbot Town Quay

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Golf
Person and Phone at Stover Country Park
Totnes Fore Street

Totnes Fore Street

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Colouring Pencils
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

Horseracing
Keyboard
Honiton

Honiton

Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Vineyard
Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach Sunset
Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary Trail

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Crediton

Crediton

Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Modbury

Modbury

Flags at Sidmouth Folk Festival
Bovey Tracey High Street
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

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