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  1. 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…

  2. 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.

  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 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.

  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 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 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 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.

  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 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…

  12. 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.

  13. 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…

  14. Add National Trust A La Ronde to your Itinerary

    National Trust A La Ronde

    Address

    Summer Lane, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 5BD

    Telephone

    01548 842893

    Exmouth

    As seen on BBC's Hidden Treasures of the National Trust, a characterful 16-sided house and grounds with views of the Exe estuary, built in 1796 by cousins Jane & Mary Parminter. Filled with curious mementoes of their Grand Tour travels, and…

  15. 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,…

  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 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 Teignbridge War Memorial Heritage Trail to your Itinerary

    Teignbridge War Memorial Heritage Trail

    Address

    Across Teignbridge, Devon

    Historic England commenced a thematic listing of World War 1 memorials to commemorate the human loss and 100 year anniversary of the First World War.  The memorials also often included inscriptions from World War II and other battles, and is…

  19. 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.

  20. 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.

  21. 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.

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Devonshire Cream Tea
Colouring Pencils
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Torcross

Torcross

Barley field

Barley field

Rock Pooling at Wembury
Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

Tiverton Countryside
Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

Salcombe

Salcombe

Plymouth Hoe

Plymouth Hoe

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Bluebells Honiton
Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Boat tour on the River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

Shaldon

Shaldon

Peak Hill Sidmouth Countryside
Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Dog at Stover Country Park
View of Beesands

View of Beesands

Horseracing
Ashburton High Street
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

EV Charging in South Devon
Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Berry Head

Berry Head

South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Blog in Flowers
Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary Trail

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach sunset
Festivals, Fetes & Fairs
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Countryside
Start Point

Start Point

Salcombe

Salcombe

Calendar
Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Concert
Crabs
Keyboard
Paintbrushes
Frosty mornings
Woodbury Common

Woodbury Common

Crediton

Crediton

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Tickets
Free Events
Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Salcombe

Salcombe

Walking in the woods
Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Teignmouth

Teignmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

Pen & Paper
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

Respect, Protect and Enjoy
Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

Roses
Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Love and Explore South Devon
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People eating Cream Tea
Pride in South Devon
Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Ashburton

Ashburton

Cullompton

Cullompton

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

Fireworks
Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Haytor

Haytor

Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Salcombe
Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

The River Dart

The River Dart

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

kite flying
Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Burger & Chips
Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

Totnes Fore Street

Totnes Fore Street

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Shaldon

Shaldon

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Boats near Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Honiton

Honiton

Topsham

Topsham

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Dartmoor
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Tiverton

Tiverton

Travel Blog, South Devon, Winter
Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Autum Leaves
Sailing on the River Dart

Sailing on the River Dart

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach huts sunset
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Cockington

Cockington

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Swimming Pool
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Modbury

Modbury

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

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Ashburton

Ashburton

Salcombe

Salcombe

Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Escape the Everyday in South Devon
Pebbles
Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

Dartmeet

Dartmeet

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Shaldon

Shaldon

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Dartmouth

Dartmouth

Family on beach
Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Wedding Glasses Toasting, weddings in South Devon
Topsham

Topsham

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Golf
High Ropes
Vineyard
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Seaton

Seaton

Bovey Tracey High Street
Torquay seafront

Torquay seafront

Caravan Parks in South Devon
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Great Plantation

Great Plantation

BBQ
Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Rabbit
Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Seaton Wetlands
Crediton

Crediton

Sandridge Barton
Kingswear

Kingswear

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach Sunset
Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

Exmouth Beach

Exmouth Beach

Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Drone shot of Dawlish Warren from the sea
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Travel Blog, South Devon
The River Dart

The River Dart

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Dawlish Beach
Flags at Sidmouth Folk Festival
Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Honiton

Honiton

Welcome Family Holiday Park
Bovey Tracey High Street
Ice Creams
Umbrellas
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Town

Salcombe

Salcombe

Sharpham

Sharpham

Avon Dam

Avon Dam

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Shaldon

Shaldon

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Bickleigh

Bickleigh

Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Topsham

Topsham

Topsham

Topsham

Pumpkins, Halloween
The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Dog on South Devon Beach
Autum Leaves at Old Forde House, Newton Abbot
Topsham

Topsham

Teignmouth
Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

Devonshire Cream Tea
Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Cathedral Close

Dawlish

Dawlish

Cullompton

Cullompton

Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Easter in South Devon
Father's Day Events
Ashburton

Ashburton

Salcombe

Salcombe

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Food Festival
Mamhead view towards Exmouth
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Exmouth

Exmouth

Shaldon
Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Cake
Country Lane
Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

Tiverton

Tiverton

Cake & Coffee
Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Salcombe

Salcombe

Honiton

Honiton

The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Start Point

Start Point

Paintbrushes
Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Kingsbridge Estuary

Kingsbridge Estuary

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach with view of Exmouth
Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Person and Phone at Stover Country Park
Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

Dittisham

Dittisham

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

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