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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 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…

  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 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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…

  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 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.

  10. 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,…

  11. 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.

  12. 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…

  13. 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.

  14. 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…

  15. 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.

  16. 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…

  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 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 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…

Shaldon

Shaldon

Honiton

Honiton

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Crabs
Roses
Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Pen & Paper
Festivals, Fetes & Fairs
Dog on South Devon Beach
Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach Sunset
Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Budleigh Salterton Countryside
Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

Fireworks
Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

View of Beesands

View of Beesands

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Travel Blog, South Devon
Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

People eating Cream Tea
Ashburton

Ashburton

Topsham

Topsham

Honiton

Honiton

Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Torquay seafront

Torquay seafront

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Drone shot of Dawlish Warren from the sea
Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

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Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Rabbit
Sandridge Barton
Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Salcombe

Salcombe

Shaldon

Shaldon

The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

Paintbrushes
Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

Tiverton Countryside
Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

Paintbrushes
Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Person and Phone at Stover Country Park
Colouring Pencils
Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

Burger & Chips
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Topsham

Topsham

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Horseracing
Dog at Stover Country Park
Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Cockington

Cockington

Family on beach
Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Honiton

Honiton

Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Cullompton

Cullompton

Kingswear

Kingswear

Kingsbridge Estuary

Kingsbridge Estuary

Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Seaton

Seaton

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Shaldon

Shaldon

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Pumpkins, Halloween
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Father's Day Events
Cake
Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Shaldon

Shaldon

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Devonshire Cream Tea
Crediton

Crediton

Berry Head

Berry Head

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Salcombe

Salcombe

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

The River Dart

The River Dart

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Dartmeet

Dartmeet

Exmouth Beach

Exmouth Beach

Haytor

Haytor

Frosty mornings
Cake & Coffee
Calendar
Love and Explore South Devon
#LoveSouthDevon #ExploreSouthDevon
Dittisham

Dittisham

Easter in South Devon
Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Topsham

Topsham

Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Dartmouth

Dartmouth

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Mamhead view towards Exmouth
Boat tour on the River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

BBQ
Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Town

Seaton Wetlands
Ice Creams
Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary Trail

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

camping overlooking the sea
Salcombe
Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

Tickets
High Ropes
Tiverton

Tiverton

Torcross

Torcross

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Travel Blog, South Devon, Winter
Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

Sharpham

Sharpham

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Teignmouth

Teignmouth

Exmouth

Exmouth

Sailing on the River Dart

Sailing on the River Dart

Tiverton

Tiverton

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Welcome Family Holiday Park
Escape the Everyday in South Devon
Crediton

Crediton

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Golf
Pride in South Devon
Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach huts sunset
Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Bickleigh

Bickleigh

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Barley field

Barley field

Salcombe

Salcombe

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Topsham

Topsham

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Avon Dam

Avon Dam

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Ashburton High Street
Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach with view of Exmouth
Respect, Protect and Enjoy
Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Vineyard
Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Woodbury Common

Woodbury Common

Food Festival
Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Devonshire Cream Tea
Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Keyboard
Swimming Pool
kite flying
Country Lane
Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Topsham

Topsham

Salcombe

Salcombe

Umbrellas
Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Dawlish Beach
Salcombe

Salcombe

Wedding Glasses Toasting, weddings in South Devon
Bluebells Honiton
Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

Autum Leaves at Old Forde House, Newton Abbot
Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach sunset
Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Pebbles
EV Charging in South Devon
Concert
Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Bovey Tracey High Street
Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

Dawlish

Dawlish

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Start Point

Start Point

Salcombe

Salcombe

Modbury

Modbury

Blog in Flowers
Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Ashburton

Ashburton

Rock Pooling at Wembury
Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Caravan Parks in South Devon
Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Cathedral Close

Bovey Tracey High Street
Peak Hill Sidmouth Countryside
Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

Great Plantation

Great Plantation

Walking in the woods
Autum Leaves
Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Free Events
Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Flags at Sidmouth Folk Festival
Dartmoor
Salcombe

Salcombe

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Teignmouth
The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Ashburton

Ashburton

Cullompton

Cullompton

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

The River Dart

The River Dart

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Start Point

Start Point

Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Boats near Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Plymouth Hoe

Plymouth Hoe

Totnes Fore Street

Totnes Fore Street

Shaldon
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

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