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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 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.

  4. 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…

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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…

  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 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.

  11. 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.

  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 Berry Pomeroy Castle to your Itinerary

    Berry Pomeroy Castle

    Address

    Berry Pomeroy, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6LJ

    Telephone

    01803 866618

    Totnes

    Tucked away in a deep wooded valley, Berry Pomeroy Castle is the perfect romantic ruin.

  14. 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.

  15. 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.

  16. 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…

  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 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. Add The Newcomen Engine to your Itinerary

    The Newcomen Engine

    Address

    The Engine House, Mayors Avenue, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 9YY

    Telephone

    01803 834224

    Dartmouth

    The Newcomen Engine House, attached to Dartmouth Visitor Centre , houses one of the few surviving 'Atmospheric Engines'. Built in 1720 to Thomas Newcomen's original design, this is the oldest preserved steam engine in the …

  20. 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.

  21. 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,…

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Sandridge Barton
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Stoke Gabriel

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach huts sunset
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Umbrellas
Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Person and Phone at Stover Country Park
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Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Flags at Sidmouth Folk Festival
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Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach with view of Exmouth
Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Cockington

Cockington

View of Beesands

View of Beesands

Totnes Fore Street

Totnes Fore Street

Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Town

Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

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Salcombe

Salcombe

camping overlooking the sea
Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

Salcombe

Salcombe

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach sunset
Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Shaldon

Shaldon

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Concert
Wedding Glasses Toasting, weddings in South Devon
Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Easter in South Devon
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Golf
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Salcombe

Salcombe

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Shaldon
Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Haytor

Haytor

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Exmouth

Exmouth

Start Point

Start Point

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Dartmoor
Exmouth Beach

Exmouth Beach

Kingsbridge Estuary

Kingsbridge Estuary

Crabs
Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

Shaldon

Shaldon

Cake & Coffee
Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

Rock Pooling at Wembury
South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

Start Point

Start Point

Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Cullompton

Cullompton

EV Charging in South Devon
Bovey Tracey High Street
Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Honiton

Honiton

Tiverton Countryside
Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach Sunset
Roses
Ashburton

Ashburton

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Salcombe

Salcombe

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Sailing on the River Dart

Sailing on the River Dart

Topsham

Topsham

Crediton

Crediton

Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ashburton High Street
Seaton Wetlands
Topsham

Topsham

Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary Trail

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

Respect, Protect and Enjoy
Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Torquay seafront

Torquay seafront

Teignmouth
The River Dart

The River Dart

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Tickets
Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Topsham

Topsham

Travel Blog, South Devon
Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Cathedral Close

Dog at Stover Country Park
Pen & Paper
Boats near Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Dawlish Beach
Boat tour on the River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

High Ropes
Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Budleigh Salterton Countryside
Dawlish

Dawlish

Free Events
Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

Bluebells Honiton
Horseracing
Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

BBQ
Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

Blog in Flowers
Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Salcombe
Devonshire Cream Tea
Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Bovey Tracey High Street
Days Out On Your Doorstep Logo
Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Dartmouth

Dartmouth

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Shaldon

Shaldon

Topsham

Topsham

Seaton

Seaton

The River Dart

The River Dart

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Salcombe

Salcombe

Salcombe

Salcombe

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Dog on South Devon Beach
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Tiverton

Tiverton

Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Keyboard
Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Devonshire Cream Tea
Salcombe

Salcombe

Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Calendar
Mamhead view towards Exmouth
Frosty mornings
Modbury

Modbury

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Father's Day Events
Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Topsham

Topsham

Dittisham

Dittisham

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Sharpham

Sharpham

Ashburton

Ashburton

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Festivals, Fetes & Fairs
Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Ashburton

Ashburton

Food Festival
Rabbit
Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Fireworks
Pride in South Devon
Crediton

Crediton

Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

Pebbles
The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Woodbury Common

Woodbury Common

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Bickleigh

Bickleigh

Great Plantation

Great Plantation

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Caravan Parks in South Devon
Honiton

Honiton

Honiton

Honiton

Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

Avon Dam

Avon Dam

Drone shot of Dawlish Warren from the sea
Cake
Autum Leaves at Old Forde House, Newton Abbot
Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Welcome Family Holiday Park
Swimming Pool
Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Autum Leaves
Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

Country Lane
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Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Berry Head

Berry Head

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Dartmeet

Dartmeet

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Barley field

Barley field

Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

Paintbrushes
Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Vineyard
Pumpkins, Halloween
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Peak Hill Sidmouth Countryside
Torcross

Torcross

Cullompton

Cullompton

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

Shaldon

Shaldon

Kingswear

Kingswear

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Plymouth Hoe

Plymouth Hoe

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Walking in the woods
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Family on beach
Teignmouth

Teignmouth

kite flying
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Paintbrushes
Tiverton

Tiverton

People eating Cream Tea
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