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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 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…

  4. 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.

  5. 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…

  6. 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…

  7. 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,…

  8. 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.

  9. 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.

  10. 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.

  11. 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.

  12. 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…

  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 House of Marbles to your Itinerary

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    House of Marbles

    Address

    The Old Pottery, Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey, Devon, TQ13 9DS

    Telephone

    01626 835285

    Bovey Tracey

    House of Marbles is a unique attraction located in Bovey Tracey, the 'Gateway to the Moors'. Free entry, free parking & dogs are welcome. You will find a large gift shop with a variety of interesting goodies, fully licensed daytime restaurant,…

  15. 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…

  16. 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.…

  17. 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…

  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 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 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…

  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.

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Brixham Harbour

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Exmouth

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Beer Beach

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

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Steam Train at South Devon Railway

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Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Teignmouth
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Topsham

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Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Crediton

Crediton

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Topsham

Topsham

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

Golf
Flags at Sidmouth Folk Festival
Burger & Chips
Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Dartmeet

Dartmeet

Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

Topsham

Topsham

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Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Ashburton

Ashburton

Seaton Wetlands
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Honiton

Honiton

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Food Festival
Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Paintbrushes
Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Mamhead view towards Exmouth
Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach sunset
Topsham

Topsham

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Countryside
Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Tiverton

Tiverton

Cullompton

Cullompton

Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Salcombe

Salcombe

Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

Colouring Pencils
Modbury

Modbury

Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

Walking in the woods
Person and Phone at Stover Country Park
Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Umbrellas
Paintbrushes
Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Boat tour on the River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

camping overlooking the sea
Avon Dam

Avon Dam

The River Dart

The River Dart

Salcombe

Salcombe

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Ice Creams
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Shaldon

Shaldon

Salcombe
Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Cathedral Close

Tiverton Countryside
Great Plantation

Great Plantation

Devonshire Cream Tea
Start Point

Start Point

Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

The River Dart

The River Dart

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Free Events
Boats near Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Kingswear

Kingswear

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Dawlish Beach
Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

Crabs
Dartmouth

Dartmouth

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Pride in South Devon
Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Sailing on the River Dart

Sailing on the River Dart

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Drone shot of Dawlish Warren from the sea
Start Point

Start Point

Salcombe

Salcombe

Fireworks
Haytor

Haytor

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Totnes Fore Street

Totnes Fore Street

The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Dog at Stover Country Park
Respect, Protect and Enjoy
Family on beach
Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Roses
Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Autum Leaves
Exmouth Beach

Exmouth Beach

Pebbles
Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Frosty mornings
Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Festivals, Fetes & Fairs
Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

High Ropes
Blog in Flowers
Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach Sunset
Bickleigh

Bickleigh

Caravan Parks in South Devon
Swimming Pool
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Love and Explore South Devon
#LoveSouthDevon #ExploreSouthDevon
Salcombe

Salcombe

Plymouth Hoe

Plymouth Hoe

Seaton

Seaton

Pen & Paper
EV Charging in South Devon
Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

BBQ
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Easter in South Devon
Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Town

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Salcombe

Salcombe

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth

Teignmouth

Topsham

Topsham

Welcome Family Holiday Park
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Keyboard
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Bovey Tracey High Street
Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

Kingsbridge Estuary

Kingsbridge Estuary

Shaldon

Shaldon

Peak Hill Sidmouth Countryside
Father's Day Events
Sharpham

Sharpham

kite flying
Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Shaldon

Shaldon

People eating Cream Tea
Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Honiton

Honiton

Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach huts sunset
Crediton

Crediton

Days Out On Your Doorstep Logo
Dog on South Devon Beach
Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

Woodbury Common

Woodbury Common

Torcross

Torcross

Cake
Pumpkins, Halloween
Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Calendar
Country Lane
Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Concert
Autum Leaves at Old Forde House, Newton Abbot
Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

View of Beesands

View of Beesands

Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

Tiverton

Tiverton

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Shaldon
Torquay seafront

Torquay seafront

Salcombe

Salcombe

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach with view of Exmouth
Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Ashburton High Street
Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

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Dartmoor
Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Salcombe

Salcombe

Shaldon

Shaldon

Honiton

Honiton

Bluebells Honiton
Sandridge Barton
Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Dittisham

Dittisham

Ashburton

Ashburton

Rock Pooling at Wembury
Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Rabbit
Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Barley field

Barley field

South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

Cullompton

Cullompton

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Cockington

Cockington

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Vineyard
Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Bovey Tracey High Street
Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

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The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Horseracing
Ashburton

Ashburton

Dawlish

Dawlish

Devonshire Cream Tea
Berry Head

Berry Head

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

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Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

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