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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 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 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.

  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 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…

  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 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…

  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 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.

  13. 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…

  14. 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…

  15. 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.

  16. Add House of Marbles to your Itinerary

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    House of Marbles

    Address

    The Old Pottery, Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey, Devon, TQ13 9DS

    Telephone

    01626 835285

    Bovey Tracey

    House of Marbles is a unique attraction located in Bovey Tracey, the 'Gateway to the Moors'. Free entry, free parking & dogs are welcome. You will find a large gift shop with a variety of interesting goodies, fully licensed daytime restaurant,…

  17. 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…

  18. 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.

  19. 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…

  20. 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.

  21. 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…

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Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

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Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

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Totnes Castle

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Countryside around Cullompton

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Torquay Harbour

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Topsham

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Sailing on the River Dart

Seaton Beach

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Avon Dam

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Cullompton

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Salcombe

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Stover Country Park

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Dawlish Warren

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Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

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Boats near Kingsbridge

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Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

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Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Boat tour on the River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

Budleigh Salterton Countryside
Ashburton

Ashburton

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

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Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Umbrellas
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Crabs
Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

camping overlooking the sea
Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Tiverton

Tiverton

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Topsham

Topsham

The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Flags at Sidmouth Folk Festival
Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary Trail

Horseracing
Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Plymouth Hoe

Plymouth Hoe

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

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Beer Beach

Beer Beach

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Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Shaldon

Shaldon

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Sharpham

Sharpham

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

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Salcombe

Salcombe

South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Salcombe

Salcombe

Country Lane
Torcross

Torcross

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Easter in South Devon
People eating Cream Tea
Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Kingswear

Kingswear

Kingsbridge Estuary

Kingsbridge Estuary

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Start Point

Start Point

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Shaldon
Exmouth

Exmouth

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

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Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

Haytor

Haytor

Dartmoor
Tiverton Countryside
Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Ashburton

Ashburton

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

Cake & Coffee
Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Salcombe
Salcombe

Salcombe

Ashburton

Ashburton

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Burger & Chips
Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Bickleigh

Bickleigh

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Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Food Festival
Paintbrushes
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach sunset
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Topsham

Topsham

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Berry Head

Berry Head

Golf
Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Paintbrushes
Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Modbury

Modbury

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Roses
Autum Leaves at Old Forde House, Newton Abbot
Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Dawlish Beach
Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

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Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

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Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Shaldon

Shaldon

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Seaton

Seaton

Sandridge Barton
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Town

Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

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Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

Devonshire Cream Tea
Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Exmouth Beach

Exmouth Beach

Great Plantation

Great Plantation

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Shaldon

Shaldon

Honiton

Honiton

The River Dart

The River Dart

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Crediton

Crediton

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Salcombe

Salcombe

Pebbles
Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Welcome Family Holiday Park
Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

Salcombe

Salcombe

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

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Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

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Salcombe

Salcombe

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Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Cockington

Cockington

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Rabbit
Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Cathedral Close

Dartmeet

Dartmeet

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

Concert
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Bovey Tracey High Street
Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Walking in the woods
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Bovey Tracey High Street
Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

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High Ropes
EV Charging in South Devon
Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Start Point

Start Point

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Topsham

Topsham

Free Events
Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Topsham

Topsham

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Family on beach
Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Pumpkins, Halloween
Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Rock Pooling at Wembury
Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Crediton

Crediton

Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

Devonshire Cream Tea
Barley field

Barley field

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Dittisham

Dittisham

BBQ
Colouring Pencils
Totnes Fore Street

Totnes Fore Street

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Honiton

Honiton

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Woodbury Common

Woodbury Common

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

Teignmouth

Teignmouth

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach huts sunset
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

Shaldon

Shaldon

Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

Dog on South Devon Beach
Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Dawlish

Dawlish

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Cullompton

Cullompton

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Dartmouth

Dartmouth

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