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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 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.

  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 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,…

  7. 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.

  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 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.

  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 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.

  12. 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…

  13. 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…

  14. 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…

  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 Branscombe Village to your Itinerary

    Branscombe Village

    Address

    Branscombe

    Branscombe

    The village of Branscombe on East Devon’s Jurassic Coast, sits in a valley that reaches down to the sea. It is surrounded by picturesque countryside with miles of walks through woodland, farmland, and beach. Thatched houses, a working forge and…

  17. 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…

  18. 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.

  19. 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.

  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 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

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Exmouth

Caravan Parks in South Devon
Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Cake & Coffee
Cullompton

Cullompton

Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Cockington

Cockington

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach with view of Exmouth
Free Events
Easter in South Devon
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

View of Beesands

View of Beesands

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Salcombe

Salcombe

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Festivals, Fetes & Fairs
Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Dittisham

Dittisham

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Salcombe

Salcombe

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Concert
Shaldon

Shaldon

Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

Flags at Sidmouth Folk Festival
Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Blog in Flowers
Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Horseracing
Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach sunset
Salcombe

Salcombe

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Barley field

Barley field

Ashburton

Ashburton

Kingsbridge Estuary

Kingsbridge Estuary

Cullompton

Cullompton

Tiverton Countryside
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Bovey Tracey High Street
Burger & Chips
Ashburton

Ashburton

Dog at Stover Country Park
Dawlish Beach
Pumpkins, Halloween
Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Father's Day Events
Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

Plymouth Hoe

Plymouth Hoe

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Umbrellas
kite flying
Vineyard
Teignmouth

Teignmouth

Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Town

Drone shot of Dawlish Warren from the sea
Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Welcome Family Holiday Park
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

Shaldon
Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Avon Dam

Avon Dam

Bluebells Honiton
Topsham

Topsham

Autum Leaves at Old Forde House, Newton Abbot
Seaton

Seaton

River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

Salcombe

Salcombe

Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Family on beach
Swimming Pool
Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Start Point

Start Point

Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Tickets
Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

Torquay seafront

Torquay seafront

Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

Torcross

Torcross

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary Trail

Ashburton

Ashburton

Bickleigh

Bickleigh

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

High Ropes
The River Dart

The River Dart

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Topsham

Topsham

Salcombe
Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Cathedral Close

Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Autum Leaves
Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Keyboard
South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

Paintbrushes
Crediton

Crediton

Travel Blog, South Devon, Winter
The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Dog on South Devon Beach
Bovey Tracey High Street
Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

Woodbury Common

Woodbury Common

Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

Roses
Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Kingswear

Kingswear

Shaldon

Shaldon

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach huts sunset
Pride in South Devon
Pen & Paper
Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

BBQ
Honiton

Honiton

Dartmeet

Dartmeet

Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

Honiton

Honiton

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Love and Explore South Devon
#LoveSouthDevon #ExploreSouthDevon
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Paintbrushes
Mamhead view towards Exmouth
EV Charging in South Devon
Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Boats near Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Totnes Fore Street

Totnes Fore Street

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Great Plantation

Great Plantation

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Modbury

Modbury

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Seaton Wetlands
Country Lane
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Start Point

Start Point

The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Salcombe

Salcombe

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Dartmouth

Dartmouth

Berry Head

Berry Head

Person and Phone at Stover Country Park
Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Teignmouth
Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Dawlish

Dawlish

Walking in the woods
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

Travel Blog, South Devon
Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Escape the Everyday in South Devon
Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Shaldon

Shaldon

Dartmoor
Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Cake
Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

Budleigh Salterton Countryside
Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Rabbit
Boat tour on the River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

People eating Cream Tea
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach Sunset
Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Salcombe

Salcombe

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Golf
Shaldon

Shaldon

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Salcombe

Salcombe

camping overlooking the sea
Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Crediton

Crediton

Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Pebbles
Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Ashburton High Street
Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Food Festival
Frosty mornings
Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Honiton

Honiton

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

Peak Hill Sidmouth Countryside
Devonshire Cream Tea
Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

Tiverton

Tiverton

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Exmouth Beach

Exmouth Beach

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Rock Pooling at Wembury
Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

Topsham

Topsham

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Topsham

Topsham

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Calendar
Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Ice Creams
Devonshire Cream Tea
Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Sailing on the River Dart

Sailing on the River Dart

The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Tiverton

Tiverton

Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

Sharpham

Sharpham

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Haytor

Haytor

Sandridge Barton
Fireworks
Topsham

Topsham

Wedding Glasses Toasting, weddings in South Devon
Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Colouring Pencils
Crabs
Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

The River Dart

The River Dart

Respect, Protect and Enjoy
Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Newton Abbot Town Quay

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