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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 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 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.

  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 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 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.

  8. 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.

  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 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.

  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 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,…

  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 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.

  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 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.…

  17. Add Coleton Fishacre House & Garden to your Itinerary

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    Coleton Fishacre House & Garden

    Address

    Brownstone Road, Kingswear, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 0EQ

    Telephone

    01803 842382

    Dartmouth

    At the country home of the D'Oyly Carte family you can travel back in time to the Jazz Age. This most evocative of country homes was built in the Arts & Crafts style in the late 1920’s and is imbued with Art Deco elegance.

  18. 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…

  19. 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.

  20. 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…

  21. 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…

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Exeter Cathedral

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Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

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Exeter Quay

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Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

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Cockington

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

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Stover Country Park

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Teignmouth Pier

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

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Teignmouth Seafront

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Blackdown Hills AONB

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Newton Abbot

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Boat tour on the River Dart

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The River Dart at Dartmouth

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Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Exeter Princesshay

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Sherman Tank at Torcross

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Teignmouth Promenade

Honiton

Honiton

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Dartmouth Castle

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Dawlish Warren

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Berry Head

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Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

Ashburton

Ashburton

Torcross

Torcross

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

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Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

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Wembury Rock Pools

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Shopping in Dartmouth

Tiverton

Tiverton

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Sharpham

Sharpham

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

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Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

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Shaldon

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

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Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Modbury

Modbury

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Dittisham

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Thurlestone Beach

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Wembury Beach

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Granite Cross on Dartmoor

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Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

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Totnes Market in Civic Square

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Newton Abbot

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Stoke Gabriel

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Sidmouth Beach

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Dartmoor

Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

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Dartmeet

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Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

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Powderham Castle

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Roses
The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Tickets
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Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

Sandridge Barton
Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Shaldon

Shaldon

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Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

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Crediton

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Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

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Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

Salcombe

Salcombe

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

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Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

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Countryside near Honiton

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Exe Estuary

Dartmoor

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Beer Beach

Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Salcombe

Salcombe

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Dartmoor

Dartmoor

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Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

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Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

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Dawlish Beach

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Slapton Sand Beach

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Newton Abbot Town Quay

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Dawlish

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The River Dart

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Dawlish Warren

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Countryside around Tiverton

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Totnes - River Dart

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Coast Path near Slapton

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Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

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Steam Train at South Devon Railway

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View of Beesands

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Thurlestone Rock

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Torquay seafront

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Bickleigh

Haytor

Haytor

Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

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Blackpool Sands

Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

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Slapton Ley

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Teignmouth Town

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Charles Church Plymouth

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Salcombe

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Shaldon

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Woodbury Common

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Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

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Exeter Cathedral Close

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Countryside around Cullompton

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Exmouth Beach

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Dawlish Warren

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Topsham

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