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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 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.

  4. 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.

  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 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.

  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 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…

  9. 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…

  10. 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.

  11. 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,…

  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 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.

  14. 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…

  15. 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.

  16. 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…

  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 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…

  19. Add Start Point Lighthouse to your Itinerary

    Start Point Lighthouse

    Address

    Start Point, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 2ET

    Telephone

    01803 7701802

    Kingsbridge

    Visit Start Point and the Start Point Lighthouse - one of South Devon's most beautiful coastal walks along the South West Coast Path.

  20. Add Dartmouth Mayflower Heritage Trail to your Itinerary

    Dartmouth Mayflower Heritage Trail

    Address

    Dartmouth, Devon

    Dartmouth

    Created to mark the 400 year anniversary of the sailing of the Mayflower, Dartmouth’s Mayflower Heritage Trail tells the story of the town and its relationship with the voyage undertaken by the Pilgrims.

    The trail paints a picture of Dartmouth…

  21. Add The East Devon Way to your Itinerary

    The East Devon Way

    Address

    East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, East Devon, Devon

    East Devon

    The East Devon Way links together footpaths & quiet country lanes to create routes through undulating country to link Exmouth & Lyme Regis.

Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Frosty mornings
Days Out On Your Doorstep Logo
Sandridge Barton
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Woodbury Common

Woodbury Common

Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Salcombe

Salcombe

Tiverton Countryside
Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Pen & Paper
Plymouth Hoe

Plymouth Hoe

Shaldon
Country Lane
Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Festivals, Fetes & Fairs
Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Pumpkins, Halloween
Ashburton

Ashburton

Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

EV Charging in South Devon
Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

Horseracing
Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

Person and Phone at Stover Country Park
Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

Salcombe
Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Travel Blog, South Devon
Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Salcombe

Salcombe

Drone shot of Dawlish Warren from the sea
Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

The River Dart

The River Dart

Ashburton High Street
Autum Leaves at Old Forde House, Newton Abbot
Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Start Point

Start Point

Crediton

Crediton

Teignmouth

Teignmouth

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Devonshire Cream Tea
Honiton

Honiton

Honiton

Honiton

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Shaldon

Shaldon

Swimming Pool
High Ropes
Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Town

Salcombe

Salcombe

Great Plantation

Great Plantation

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Shaldon

Shaldon

Salcombe

Salcombe

Crabs
Caravan Parks in South Devon
Dog at Stover Country Park
Peak Hill Sidmouth Countryside
Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Umbrellas
Respect, Protect and Enjoy
Colouring Pencils
Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Boats near Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Dartmoor
Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach sunset
Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Cake & Coffee
Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Torquay seafront

Torquay seafront

Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

Mamhead view towards Exmouth
Free Events
Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

Topsham

Topsham

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Bickleigh

Bickleigh

Devonshire Cream Tea
Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Paintbrushes
Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Salcombe

Salcombe

Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

Calendar
Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Family on beach
Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe

Salcombe

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Concert
Tiverton

Tiverton

Cullompton

Cullompton

Modbury

Modbury

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

kite flying
Bovey Tracey High Street
Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Pebbles
Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Father's Day Events
Exmouth

Exmouth

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach Sunset
Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Travel Blog, South Devon, Winter
Fireworks
Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Salcombe

Salcombe

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Ashburton

Ashburton

Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Welcome Family Holiday Park
Wedding Glasses Toasting, weddings in South Devon
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Pride in South Devon
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Exmouth Beach

Exmouth Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

BBQ
Walking in the woods
Escape the Everyday in South Devon
Sharpham

Sharpham

South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

Topsham

Topsham

Roses
Torcross

Torcross

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Cockington

Cockington

The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Dawlish

Dawlish

Ashburton

Ashburton

Start Point

Start Point

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Blog in Flowers
Food Festival
Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Topsham

Topsham

Vineyard
People eating Cream Tea
The River Dart

The River Dart

Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary Trail

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Shaldon

Shaldon

Dartmeet

Dartmeet

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

View of Beesands

View of Beesands

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

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Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Cullompton

Cullompton

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Rabbit
Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Rock Pooling at Wembury
camping overlooking the sea
Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Bluebells Honiton
Dawlish Beach
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Paintbrushes
Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

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Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

Teignmouth
Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Boat tour on the River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

Totnes Fore Street

Totnes Fore Street

Tiverton

Tiverton

Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

Kingswear

Kingswear

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Barley field

Barley field

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Tickets
Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Sailing on the River Dart

Sailing on the River Dart

Avon Dam

Avon Dam

Topsham

Topsham

Seaton Wetlands
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

Keyboard
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Cake
Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

Ice Creams
Golf
Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Burger & Chips
Haytor

Haytor

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach huts sunset
Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

Autum Leaves
Kingsbridge Estuary

Kingsbridge Estuary

Topsham

Topsham

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Easter in South Devon
Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Dog on South Devon Beach
Honiton

Honiton

Dittisham

Dittisham

Crediton

Crediton

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Budleigh Salterton Countryside
Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

Seaton

Seaton

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Shaldon

Shaldon

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Dartmouth

Dartmouth

Bovey Tracey High Street
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Flags at Sidmouth Folk Festival
Berry Head

Berry Head

Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach with view of Exmouth
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