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  1. 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…

  2. 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.

  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 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 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…

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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…

  9. 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.

  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 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 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 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.

  14. 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.

  15. Add Teign Heritage, Teignmouth and Shaldon Museum to your Itinerary

    Teign Heritage, Teignmouth and Shaldon Museum

    Address

    Teign Heritage, 29 French Street, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 8ST

    Telephone

    01626 777041

    Teignmouth

    Teignmouth's landmark building contains a range of interesting exhibits in two wonderful new permanent galleries, which have been carefully designed to appeal to both adults and children.

  16. 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…

  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 Dartington Trust to your Itinerary

    Dartington Trust

    Address

    Dartington Estate, Dartington, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6EL

    Telephone

    +441803847000

    Dartington, Totnes

    Welcome to Dartington Estate, a beautiful and historic destination offering a wide range of activities, events, and experiences.

  19. 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.

  20. Add Totnes Castle to your Itinerary

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    Totnes Castle

    Address

    Castle Street, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5NU

    Telephone

    01803 864406

    Totnes

    The English Heritage castle is the focal point of the town, standing as a legacy to the once powerful Normans. It's one of the best surviving early motte and bailey castles, the moat is now filled with cottages and gardens in the town.

  21. 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…

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Mamhead view towards Exmouth

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Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

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Countryside around Cullompton

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Foss Street Dartmouth

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Surfers at Bantham Beach

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The Den, Teignmouth

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Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

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Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

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Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

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Charles Church Plymouth

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Countryside around Tiverton

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Slapton Sand Beach

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Blackdown Hills AONB

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Haytor

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

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Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

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Exe Estuary Trail

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Totnes Castle

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Sidmouth Beach

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Exmouth Marina

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Boats near Kingsbridge

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Totnes - River Dart

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Teignmouth Beach

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Sailing on the River Dart

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Countryside around Crediton

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Hope Cove

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The River Dart at Dartmouth

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Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

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Teignmouth Town

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Boat tour on the River Dart

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Newton Abbot

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Kaykaying on The River Teign

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Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

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Torquay seafront

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Coastal Path near Beesands

The River Dart

The River Dart

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Sharpham

Devonshire Cream Tea
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Slapton Ley

Salcombe

Salcombe

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Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

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Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

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Crediton

Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

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Salcombe

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

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Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Honiton

Honiton

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Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

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Haldon Forest

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Stover Country Park

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Totnes Fore Street

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Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

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Topsham

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Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

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Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

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Seaton Beach

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Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

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River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

Salcombe

Salcombe

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

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Dartmoor

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Cullompton War Memorial

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Hope Cove

Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

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Torcross

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

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The Barbican, Plymouth

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Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

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Powderham Castle

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The Boat Float, Dartmouth

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

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Berry Head

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Seaton Coast

Salcombe

Salcombe

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Countryside around Cullompton

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Topsham

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Topsham

Topsham

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Salcombe

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Start Point

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

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Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

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Torquay Harbour

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Exeter Princesshay

Exmouth

Exmouth

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Dawlish Seafront

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

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Totnes Market in Civic Square

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Crediton

Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

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Totnes - River Dart

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Honiton

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Dawlish Seafront

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

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View of Beesands

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Coast Path near Slapton

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Dawlish Warren

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Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

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Dawlish Brook

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

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Beesands Coastal Path Sign

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Newton Abbot

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Wembury Rock Pools

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Kingsbridge Estuary

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Exeter Cathedral

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Seaton Beach

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Totnes - River Dart

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Surfer at Bantham

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Great Plantation

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Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

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Shaldon

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Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

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Dawlish Warren

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Countryside near Honiton

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Kingsbridge

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