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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 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.

  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 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.

  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 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.

  9. 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.

  10. 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…

  11. 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…

  12. 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…

  13. Add South Devon Railway to your Itinerary

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    South Devon Railway

    Address

    The Station, Dartbridge Road, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0DZ

    Telephone

    01364 644370

    Buckfastleigh

    The South Devon Railway features a wonderful 14 mile round trip along a branch line of the former Great Western Railway. Gleaming, historic GWR steam engines haul trains full of enthralled passengers of all ages between Buckfastleigh and Totnes…

  14. 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…

  15. 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…

  16. 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.

  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 The Daymark to your Itinerary

    The Daymark

    Address

    Kingswear, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 0EH

    Dartmouth

    Built in 1864, the Daymark is a grade II listed tower, which reaches 80ft high and visible from Dartmouth. It can be seen for many miles if you’re out at sea. This stunning octagonal tower is situated in a picturesque field overlooking the sea, and…

  19. 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.…

  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 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…

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Salcombe

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Tiverton Countryside
Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Seaton

Seaton

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Topsham

Topsham

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Days Out On Your Doorstep Logo
Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach huts sunset
Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

Family on beach
Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Barley field

Barley field

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Modbury

Modbury

Flags at Sidmouth Folk Festival
Budleigh Salterton Countryside
Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Topsham

Topsham

Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

Plymouth Hoe

Plymouth Hoe

Blog in Flowers
Tickets
Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

Food Festival
Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Ashburton

Ashburton

kite flying
Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

Salcombe

Salcombe

Dartmeet

Dartmeet

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Bovey Tracey High Street
Dawlish

Dawlish

Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary Trail

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Pumpkins, Halloween
Salcombe

Salcombe

Dog at Stover Country Park
Fireworks
Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

Tiverton

Tiverton

Swimming Pool
Honiton

Honiton

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

The River Dart

The River Dart

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Festivals, Fetes & Fairs
Dittisham

Dittisham

Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Cathedral Close

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Boat tour on the River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

Torquay seafront

Torquay seafront

Tiverton

Tiverton

Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Respect, Protect and Enjoy
Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Autum Leaves
Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach sunset
The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Exmouth

Exmouth

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Town

Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Start Point

Start Point

View of Beesands

View of Beesands

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Sharpham

Sharpham

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Country Lane
Devonshire Cream Tea
Cullompton

Cullompton

Shaldon

Shaldon

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Avon Dam

Avon Dam

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Salcombe

Salcombe

Roses
Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Autum Leaves at Old Forde House, Newton Abbot
Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

Shaldon
Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Father's Day Events
Teignmouth
Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Caravan Parks in South Devon
Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Paintbrushes
Devonshire Cream Tea
Bovey Tracey High Street
Salcombe

Salcombe

Pebbles
Concert
Salcombe

Salcombe

Shaldon

Shaldon

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Peak Hill Sidmouth Countryside
Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Great Plantation

Great Plantation

Escape the Everyday in South Devon
Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

Ashburton High Street
Honiton

Honiton

EV Charging in South Devon
Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Dartmouth

Dartmouth

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Shaldon

Shaldon

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

Ice Creams
Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

People eating Cream Tea
Mamhead view towards Exmouth
Sailing on the River Dart

Sailing on the River Dart

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Shaldon

Shaldon

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Dawlish Beach
Umbrellas
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Person and Phone at Stover Country Park
Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Salcombe

Salcombe

Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Paintbrushes
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Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Easter in South Devon
Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Cake & Coffee
Ashburton

Ashburton

The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Topsham

Topsham

Dartmoor
Woodbury Common

Woodbury Common

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach Sunset
Boats near Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

camping overlooking the sea
Teignmouth

Teignmouth

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Horseracing
The River Dart

The River Dart

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Honiton

Honiton

Rock Pooling at Wembury
Cockington

Cockington

Crediton

Crediton

Cake
Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Calendar
Ashburton

Ashburton

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Welcome Family Holiday Park
Pen & Paper
Berry Head

Berry Head

Exmouth Beach

Exmouth Beach

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Cullompton

Cullompton

Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

Haytor

Haytor

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Vineyard
Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Seaton Wetlands
Sandridge Barton
Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

Dog on South Devon Beach
Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Torcross

Torcross

Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

Keyboard
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Kingswear

Kingswear

Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

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

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Totnes Fore Street

Totnes Fore Street

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Frosty mornings
Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

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Salcombe
Colouring Pencils
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Topsham

Topsham

Free Events
Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Topsham

Topsham

Bickleigh

Bickleigh

High Ropes
Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

Drone shot of Dawlish Warren from the sea
Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

Walking in the woods
Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

BBQ
Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Rabbit
Start Point

Start Point

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Kingsbridge Estuary

Kingsbridge Estuary

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Crabs
Crediton

Crediton

Pride in South Devon
Wedding Glasses Toasting, weddings in South Devon
Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Golf
Burger & Chips
Bluebells Honiton
Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Travel Blog, South Devon
The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

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