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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 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…

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  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 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 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.

  9. 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.

  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 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 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 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,…

  14. 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.

  15. Add Dartmoor National Park to your Itinerary

    Dartmoor National Park

    Address

    High Moorland Visitor Centre, Princetown, Yelverton, Devon, PL20 6QF

    Telephone

    01822 890414

    Yelverton

    Dartmoor National Park is one of the last great wildernesses in the UK with an inspirational landscape of heatherclad moors and rugged tors.

  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 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 …

  18. 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.

  19. 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…

  20. 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.…

  21. 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

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Boat tour on the River Dart

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Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Start Point

Start Point

Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

Honiton

Honiton

Pumpkins, Halloween
Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary Trail

Torcross

Torcross

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Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

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Dog at Stover Country Park
Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

Escape the Everyday in South Devon
Frosty mornings
Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Rock Pooling at Wembury
Tiverton

Tiverton

Plymouth Hoe

Plymouth Hoe

Devonshire Cream Tea
camping overlooking the sea
Exmouth Beach

Exmouth Beach

Crediton

Crediton

Tiverton Countryside
Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Salcombe

Salcombe

Cullompton

Cullompton

Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Topsham

Topsham

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#LoveSouthDevon #ExploreSouthDevon
Ice Creams
Sandridge Barton
Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Dartmoor
Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach with view of Exmouth
kite flying
Umbrellas
Caravan Parks in South Devon
Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

View of Beesands

View of Beesands

The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Seaton

Seaton

Pride in South Devon
Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Father's Day Events
Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Food Festival
Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach huts sunset
Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Salcombe

Salcombe

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach Sunset
Paintbrushes
Cake
Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Cathedral Close

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Great Plantation

Great Plantation

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Cake & Coffee
Keyboard
Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

Ashburton High Street
Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

Concert
Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Shaldon

Shaldon

Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Berry Head

Berry Head

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Salcombe

Salcombe

Sailing on the River Dart

Sailing on the River Dart

Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

Salcombe
Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Kingsbridge Estuary

Kingsbridge Estuary

Travel Blog, South Devon
People eating Cream Tea
Festivals, Fetes & Fairs
Paintbrushes
Dartmouth

Dartmouth

Autum Leaves at Old Forde House, Newton Abbot
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Start Point

Start Point

Shaldon

Shaldon

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Crabs
Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

High Ropes
Topsham

Topsham

Golf
Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Cockington

Cockington

Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth
Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Roses
Blog in Flowers
Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

Salcombe

Salcombe

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Dartmeet

Dartmeet

Country Lane
Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Easter in South Devon
Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Bovey Tracey High Street
Torquay seafront

Torquay seafront

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Swimming Pool
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Ashburton

Ashburton

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Burger & Chips
Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Salcombe

Salcombe

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Rabbit
EV Charging in South Devon
Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Shaldon
Budleigh Salterton Countryside
Walking in the woods
Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Exmouth

Exmouth

Welcome Family Holiday Park
Tiverton

Tiverton

Bickleigh

Bickleigh

Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

Ashburton

Ashburton

Dawlish

Dawlish

Shaldon

Shaldon

Totnes Fore Street

Totnes Fore Street

River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Bluebells Honiton
Haytor

Haytor

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Wedding Glasses Toasting, weddings in South Devon
Calendar
Avon Dam

Avon Dam

Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Flags at Sidmouth Folk Festival
Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Crediton

Crediton

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Kingswear

Kingswear

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Topsham

Topsham

Dawlish Beach
Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

BBQ
Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

Barley field

Barley field

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Drone shot of Dawlish Warren from the sea
Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Ashburton

Ashburton

Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Pen & Paper
Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Vineyard
Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

Topsham

Topsham

Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Dog on South Devon Beach
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Woodbury Common

Woodbury Common

Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

Pebbles
Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Topsham

Topsham

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Person and Phone at Stover Country Park
Salcombe

Salcombe

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Colouring Pencils
Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Horseracing
Free Events
Travel Blog, South Devon, Winter
Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Modbury

Modbury

Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

Honiton

Honiton

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Mamhead view towards Exmouth
Teignmouth

Teignmouth

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Cullompton

Cullompton

Family on beach
Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Town

Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

Autum Leaves
Bovey Tracey High Street
Salcombe

Salcombe

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Devonshire Cream Tea
Honiton

Honiton

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Dittisham

Dittisham

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Peak Hill Sidmouth Countryside
Seaton Wetlands
The River Dart

The River Dart

The River Dart

The River Dart

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach sunset
Tickets
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Shaldon

Shaldon

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