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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 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.

  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 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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…

  8. 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…

  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 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,…

  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 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.

  13. 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…

  14. 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 …

  15. 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.

  16. 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.

  17. 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.

  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 Exeter Quayside to your Itinerary

    Exeter Quayside

    Address

    The Quay, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4AN

    Telephone

    01392 271611

    Exeter

    Exeter's Historic Quayside is the most attractive area in the city, popular with locals & visitors for its fascinating history, pubs & restaurants.

  20. Add Orcombe Point to your Itinerary

    Orcombe Point

    Address

    Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2DH

    Exmouth

    Orcombe Point is the most westerly point of the Jurassic Coast, a Unesco World Heritage Site. Discover the Geoneedle, a landmark representing 180 million years of the Earth's history with Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous rock and take in the…

  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…

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Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

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Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

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Countryside around Cullompton

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Countryside around Ashburton

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The River Dart at Dartmouth

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Kaykaying on The River Teign

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Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

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Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

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Totnes - River Dart

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South Devon Railway

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Boat tour on the River Dart

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Coastal Path near Beesands

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Dartmouth Castle

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Budleigh Salterton Beach

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Teignmouth Beach

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Kingsbridge

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Totnes - River Dart

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Stover Country Park

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Dartmouth

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Dawlish Seafront

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Granite Cross on Dartmoor

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Seaton Beach

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Exeter Cathedral Close

Torcross

Torcross

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Exeter Princesshay

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

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Dawlish Brook

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Teignmouth Pier

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Countryside around Bovey Tracey

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Deckchairs at Beer Beach

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Exeter Quay

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Barley field

Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

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Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Crediton

Crediton

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Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

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Dawlish Riviera Line

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Newton Abbot

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Blackdown Hills AONB

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Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Dawlish

Dawlish

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Exmouth

Exmouth

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

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Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Topsham

Topsham

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Sharpham

Sharpham

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Newton Abbot Town Quay

Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

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Cullompton War Memorial

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Salcombe

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Haldon Forest

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Kingswear

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

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Haytor

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

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Burgh Island

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

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Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

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Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

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Blackpool Sands

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Cullompton Church

Salcombe

Salcombe

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Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

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Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

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Sidmouth Beach

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The Den, Teignmouth

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Steam Train at South Devon Railway

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Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

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Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

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Cockington

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Dawlish Seafront

Honiton

Honiton

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Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

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Surfer at Bantham

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Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

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Boats near Kingsbridge

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Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

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Shaldon

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Salcombe

Salcombe

Salcombe

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Topsham

Topsham

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Torquay Harbour

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

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Great Plantation

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Totnes Castle

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Seaton

Seaton

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Sailing on the River Dart

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Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

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Buckfastleigh

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Surfers at Bantham Beach

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

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Dawlish Warren

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Beer Beach

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Torquay seafront

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Exmouth Beach

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Seaton Coast

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Modbury

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Salcombe

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Totnes Fore Street

Ashburton

Ashburton

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Ferry on the River Dart

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Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

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Dartmoor

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

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The Barbican, Plymouth

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Exeter High Street

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Dawlish Warren

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Blackdown Hills AONB

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

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Start Point

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Kingsbridge

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Salcombe Lifeboat

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Honiton

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

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Teignmouth Promenade

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Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

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Hope Cove

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Salcombe

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Sidmouth Beach

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Shaldon

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Charles Church Plymouth

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Mamhead view towards Exmouth

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Exeter Roman Walls

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Thurlestone Beach

Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

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Tiverton

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Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

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View of Beesands

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Honiton

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Topsham

Topsham

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Shaldon

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Dittisham

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Beer Beach

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Seaton Beach

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River Otter near Honiton

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Wembury Rock Pools

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Teignmouth Seafront

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Dawlish Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

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Foss Street Dartmouth

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Wembury Beach

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Thurlestone Rock

Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

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