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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 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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…

  6. 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…

  7. 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.

  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 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 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…

  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 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.

  13. 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.…

  14. 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…

  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 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,…

  17. 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.

  18. 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…

  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 World of Country Life to your Itinerary

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    World of Country Life

    Address

    Sandy Bay, Westdown Lane, Littleham, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 5BY

    Telephone

    01395 274533

    Exmouth

    World of Country Life is over 30 acres of fun for the whole family whatever the weather

  21. 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…

Torcross

Torcross

South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Wedding Glasses Toasting, weddings in South Devon
Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Dog at Stover Country Park
Horseracing
Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Father's Day Events
Dartmouth

Dartmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth
Burgh Island

Burgh Island

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

Teignmouth
Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Food Festival
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

People eating Cream Tea
Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Walking in the woods
Crediton

Crediton

Totnes Fore Street

Totnes Fore Street

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Shaldon

Shaldon

Bickleigh

Bickleigh

Fireworks
Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Peak Hill Sidmouth Countryside
Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Teignmouth

Teignmouth

Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

Dartmoor
Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Roses
Shaldon

Shaldon

Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

Seaton

Seaton

Festivals, Fetes & Fairs
Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Tiverton

Tiverton

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Bluebells Honiton
Avon Dam

Avon Dam

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

camping overlooking the sea
Kingsbridge Estuary

Kingsbridge Estuary

Country Lane
Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

Vineyard
Cake
Salcombe

Salcombe

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Salcombe

Salcombe

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Sandridge Barton
Rabbit
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

Caravan Parks in South Devon
Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Cullompton

Cullompton

Pen & Paper
Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Travel Blog, South Devon
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

Umbrellas
Salcombe
Barley field

Barley field

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Cockington

Cockington

Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach Sunset
Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Rock Pooling at Wembury
Bovey Tracey High Street
Love and Explore South Devon
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Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Honiton

Honiton

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Tickets
Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Sailing on the River Dart

Sailing on the River Dart

High Ropes
Dartmeet

Dartmeet

Blog in Flowers
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Berry Head

Berry Head

Cake & Coffee
Haytor

Haytor

Salcombe

Salcombe

Days Out On Your Doorstep Logo
Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Topsham

Topsham

Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

Colouring Pencils
Bovey Tracey High Street
Kingswear

Kingswear

Budleigh Salterton Countryside
Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Cathedral Close

Escape the Everyday in South Devon
Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Modbury

Modbury

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Swimming Pool
Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Tiverton Countryside
Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

Salcombe

Salcombe

Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Respect, Protect and Enjoy
Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Ashburton

Ashburton

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Torquay seafront

Torquay seafront

Ashburton High Street
Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

Drone shot of Dawlish Warren from the sea
Autum Leaves
Autum Leaves at Old Forde House, Newton Abbot
Dawlish Beach
Dog on South Devon Beach
Devonshire Cream Tea
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

Topsham

Topsham

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Shaldon

Shaldon

Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Frosty mornings
Golf
Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Person and Phone at Stover Country Park
Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

View of Beesands

View of Beesands

Crabs
Flags at Sidmouth Folk Festival
Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Dawlish

Dawlish

Topsham

Topsham

Ice Creams
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Boat tour on the River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary Trail

Start Point

Start Point

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Pebbles
Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Dittisham

Dittisham

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Exmouth Beach

Exmouth Beach

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Topsham

Topsham

Sharpham

Sharpham

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

Pride in South Devon
Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

The River Dart

The River Dart

Seaton Wetlands
BBQ
Topsham

Topsham

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Burger & Chips
The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Free Events
Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Crediton

Crediton

Keyboard
Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Salcombe

Salcombe

Travel Blog, South Devon, Winter
kite flying
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Devonshire Cream Tea
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Town

Ashburton

Ashburton

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Paintbrushes
The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

Cullompton

Cullompton

Woodbury Common

Woodbury Common

Concert
Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach sunset
Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Welcome Family Holiday Park
Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Salcombe

Salcombe

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Pumpkins, Halloween
Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach with view of Exmouth
Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

The River Dart

The River Dart

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

EV Charging in South Devon
Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach huts sunset
Salcombe

Salcombe

Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Plymouth Hoe

Plymouth Hoe

Tiverton

Tiverton

Honiton

Honiton

Honiton

Honiton

Exmouth

Exmouth

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Start Point

Start Point

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Great Plantation

Great Plantation

Paintbrushes
Shaldon
Shaldon

Shaldon

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Calendar
Easter in South Devon
Family on beach
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Ashburton

Ashburton

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

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