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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 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.

  4. 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…

  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 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…

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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…

  10. 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.

  11. 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.

  12. 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.

  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 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,…

  15. 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…

  16. 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…

  17. 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.

  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 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.

  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 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.

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Exeter Princesshay

Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

View of Beesands

View of Beesands

Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Crediton

Crediton

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Budleigh Salterton Countryside
Great Plantation

Great Plantation

Cake & Coffee
Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Colouring Pencils
Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

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Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

Honiton

Honiton

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge Estuary

Kingsbridge Estuary

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Shaldon

Shaldon

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

People eating Cream Tea
Horseracing
Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Town

Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Bovey Tracey High Street
Paintbrushes
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

Avon Dam

Avon Dam

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach with view of Exmouth
Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Dawlish Beach
Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Tiverton

Tiverton

Salcombe

Salcombe

Wedding Glasses Toasting, weddings in South Devon
Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach sunset
Newton Abbot Town Quay

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

kite flying
Pumpkins, Halloween
Frosty mornings
Haytor

Haytor

Food Festival
Flags at Sidmouth Folk Festival
Plymouth Hoe

Plymouth Hoe

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Salcombe

Salcombe

BBQ
Easter in South Devon
Umbrellas
Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Dartmouth

Dartmouth

Crabs
Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Devonshire Cream Tea
Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Topsham

Topsham

Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

Free Events
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Dog at Stover Country Park
Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Roses
Tiverton

Tiverton

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Pen & Paper
Ashburton High Street
Respect, Protect and Enjoy
Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Drone shot of Dawlish Warren from the sea
Love and Explore South Devon
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Cockington

Cockington

Blog in Flowers
Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Calendar
Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Kingswear

Kingswear

Exmouth

Exmouth

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Travel Blog, South Devon, Winter
The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Teignmouth
Golf
Tickets
Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Mamhead view towards Exmouth
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Ashburton

Ashburton

Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Topsham

Topsham

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

Cullompton

Cullompton

Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

Shaldon

Shaldon

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach Sunset
Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Ice Creams
Salcombe

Salcombe

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Dartmeet

Dartmeet

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

Concert
Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary Trail

The River Dart

The River Dart

Exmouth Beach

Exmouth Beach

The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Bluebells Honiton
River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Seaton

Seaton

Vineyard
Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Bovey Tracey High Street
Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Dittisham

Dittisham

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Teignmouth

Teignmouth

The River Dart

The River Dart

Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

camping overlooking the sea
Dawlish

Dawlish

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

Dog on South Devon Beach
Pebbles
Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Honiton

Honiton

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Topsham

Topsham

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Salcombe

Salcombe

Family on beach
Barley field

Barley field

Escape the Everyday in South Devon
Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach huts sunset
Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Honiton

Honiton

Rock Pooling at Wembury
Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Tiverton Countryside
Salcombe

Salcombe

Travel Blog, South Devon
Berry Head

Berry Head

Person and Phone at Stover Country Park
Topsham

Topsham

Country Lane
Paintbrushes
Torquay seafront

Torquay seafront

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Sharpham

Sharpham

Autum Leaves
Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Keyboard
Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Ashburton

Ashburton

Boat tour on the River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

Swimming Pool
Crediton

Crediton

Caravan Parks in South Devon
Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

Sandridge Barton
Days Out On Your Doorstep Logo
Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Shaldon

Shaldon

High Ropes
Ashburton

Ashburton

Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

Totnes Fore Street

Totnes Fore Street

Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Boats near Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Woodbury Common

Woodbury Common

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Start Point

Start Point

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Sailing on the River Dart

Sailing on the River Dart

Peak Hill Sidmouth Countryside
Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Festivals, Fetes & Fairs
Modbury

Modbury

Salcombe
Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

Welcome Family Holiday Park
Burger & Chips
Bickleigh

Bickleigh

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Start Point

Start Point

Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Shaldon

Shaldon

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Walking in the woods
Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Dartmoor
Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Pride in South Devon
Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

Salcombe

Salcombe

Topsham

Topsham

EV Charging in South Devon
Seaton Wetlands
Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Fireworks
South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

Cullompton

Cullompton

Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

Shaldon
Devonshire Cream Tea
Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Father's Day Events
Salcombe

Salcombe

Autum Leaves at Old Forde House, Newton Abbot
Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

Torcross

Torcross

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Rabbit
The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

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