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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 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…

  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 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,…

  6. 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…

  7. 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.

  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 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.

  10. 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.

  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 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.

  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 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…

  15. Add Teignmouth Arts Quarter to your Itinerary

    Teignmouth Arts Quarter

    Address

    Northumberland Place, Somerset Place, George Street, Brunswick Street and Teign Street, Teignmouth, Devon

    Telephone

    01626 772756

    Teignmouth

    Over near Teignmouth’s River Beach is the Arts Quarter.  Here you will find a selection of art galleries, interesting independent shops, bakeries, pubs and cafes.  TAAG (Teignmouth Arts and Action Group) has its home here, as does local artist Laura…

  16. 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…

  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 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 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…

  20. 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.…

  21. 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…

Ashburton High Street
Salcombe

Salcombe

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Walking in the woods
People eating Cream Tea
Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Exmouth

Exmouth

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Shaldon
Shaldon

Shaldon

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

Kingswear

Kingswear

Paintbrushes
Tickets
Great Plantation

Great Plantation

Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

Devonshire Cream Tea
Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

Mamhead view towards Exmouth
Family on beach
Colouring Pencils
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Start Point

Start Point

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Teignmouth
Cockington

Cockington

Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Sharpham

Sharpham

Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Dawlish Beach
Topsham

Topsham

Concert
Cullompton

Cullompton

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Totnes Fore Street

Totnes Fore Street

Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Pumpkins, Halloween
Easter in South Devon
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Bickleigh

Bickleigh

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Autum Leaves at Old Forde House, Newton Abbot
Seaton

Seaton

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Dartmouth

Dartmouth

Rock Pooling at Wembury
Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach huts sunset
The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

Cullompton

Cullompton

Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Salcombe

Salcombe

Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

Crediton

Crediton

Boats near Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Honiton

Honiton

Keyboard
Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary Trail

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Haytor

Haytor

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

The River Dart

The River Dart

Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Blog in Flowers
Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Ashburton

Ashburton

Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

Person and Phone at Stover Country Park
Country Lane
Salcombe

Salcombe

Food Festival
Salcombe

Salcombe

Devonshire Cream Tea
High Ropes
Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Free Events
Crabs
Vineyard
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Bluebells Honiton
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

Golf
Topsham

Topsham

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Travel Blog, South Devon, Winter
Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

kite flying
Wedding Glasses Toasting, weddings in South Devon
Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Plymouth Hoe

Plymouth Hoe

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Dawlish

Dawlish

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Ashburton

Ashburton

camping overlooking the sea
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Peak Hill Sidmouth Countryside
Dog at Stover Country Park
Crediton

Crediton

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Pebbles
Torquay seafront

Torquay seafront

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Honiton

Honiton

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Caravan Parks in South Devon
Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Tiverton Countryside
Shaldon

Shaldon

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Salcombe
South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Pride in South Devon
Roses
Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Autum Leaves
Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

Welcome Family Holiday Park
Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Cathedral Close

Teignmouth

Teignmouth

Boat tour on the River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

Berry Head

Berry Head

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

Bovey Tracey High Street
Pen & Paper
Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

EV Charging in South Devon
Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

Dartmoor
Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Dartmeet

Dartmeet

Woodbury Common

Woodbury Common

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

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Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Tiverton

Tiverton

Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Travel Blog, South Devon
Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Days Out On Your Doorstep Logo
Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

Ice Creams
Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

Rabbit
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach with view of Exmouth
Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Cake & Coffee
Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Swimming Pool
Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Topsham

Topsham

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach Sunset
Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Bovey Tracey High Street
Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

Drone shot of Dawlish Warren from the sea
Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Burger & Chips
Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Budleigh Salterton Countryside
Ashburton

Ashburton

Salcombe

Salcombe

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Salcombe

Salcombe

Calendar
Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

View of Beesands

View of Beesands

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

Fireworks
Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Escape the Everyday in South Devon
Honiton

Honiton

Shaldon

Shaldon

Topsham

Topsham

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach sunset
Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Salcombe

Salcombe

Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Frosty mornings
Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Town

Torcross

Torcross

Umbrellas
Dittisham

Dittisham

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Avon Dam

Avon Dam

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Tiverton

Tiverton

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Barley field

Barley field

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Sandridge Barton
Seaton Wetlands
Respect, Protect and Enjoy
Shaldon

Shaldon

Paintbrushes
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge Estuary

Kingsbridge Estuary

BBQ
Topsham

Topsham

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Horseracing
Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Modbury

Modbury

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Cake
Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

Father's Day Events
The River Dart

The River Dart

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

Start Point

Start Point

Sailing on the River Dart

Sailing on the River Dart

Dog on South Devon Beach
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Exmouth Beach

Exmouth Beach

Festivals, Fetes & Fairs
Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Flags at Sidmouth Folk Festival
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