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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 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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…

  6. 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.

  7. 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,…

  8. 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.

  9. 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…

  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 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 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…

  13. 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…

  14. 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.

  15. 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…

  16. St Andrew's Church, Moretonhampstead

    Address

    Fore St,, Moretonhampstead, Devon, TQ13 8NN

    Telephone

    01647 440424

    Moretonhampstead

    St Andrew's Church is a Grade I listed Parish Church in Moretonhampstead, in the heart of Dartmoor National Park.

  17. 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.

  18. 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.

  19. Add Berry Pomeroy Castle to your Itinerary

    Berry Pomeroy Castle

    Address

    Berry Pomeroy, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6LJ

    Telephone

    01803 866618

    Totnes

    Tucked away in a deep wooded valley, Berry Pomeroy Castle is the perfect romantic ruin.

  20. 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.

  21. 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.…

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Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Dawlish

Dawlish

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

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Dartmoor
Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Avon Dam

Avon Dam

Horseracing
Topsham

Topsham

Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

Peak Hill Sidmouth Countryside
Salcombe

Salcombe

Bovey Tracey High Street
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Caravan Parks in South Devon
Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

Torcross

Torcross

Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

Tiverton Countryside
camping overlooking the sea
Salcombe

Salcombe

Bovey Tracey High Street
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach huts sunset
Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Crediton

Crediton

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Family on beach
Easter in South Devon
The River Dart

The River Dart

Seaton

Seaton

Person and Phone at Stover Country Park
The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Ashburton

Ashburton

South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

Bluebells Honiton
Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Start Point

Start Point

Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Ice Creams
Honiton

Honiton

Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Sandridge Barton
Pebbles
Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Salcombe

Salcombe

Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

Exmouth Beach

Exmouth Beach

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Food Festival
Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Dawlish Beach
Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

Barley field

Barley field

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Respect, Protect and Enjoy
Salcombe

Salcombe

Honiton

Honiton

kite flying
Shaldon
Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Tiverton

Tiverton

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Calendar
Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary Trail

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Keyboard
Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Teignmouth

Teignmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Salcombe
Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Cockington

Cockington

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Wedding Glasses Toasting, weddings in South Devon
Devonshire Cream Tea
Crabs
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Festivals, Fetes & Fairs
Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

Pen & Paper
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Topsham

Topsham

River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

Blog in Flowers
Burger & Chips
Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Kingsbridge Estuary

Kingsbridge Estuary

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Totnes Fore Street

Totnes Fore Street

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach sunset
Cullompton

Cullompton

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

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Honiton

Honiton

Berry Head

Berry Head

Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Cake
Ashburton High Street
Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Shaldon

Shaldon

Topsham

Topsham

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Boat tour on the River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Bickleigh

Bickleigh

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

Salcombe

Salcombe

Escape the Everyday in South Devon
Free Events
Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Budleigh Salterton Countryside
Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Mamhead view towards Exmouth
Travel Blog, South Devon
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Sailing on the River Dart

Sailing on the River Dart

Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

Rabbit
Newton Abbot Town Quay

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Father's Day Events
Dog at Stover Country Park
View of Beesands

View of Beesands

Tiverton

Tiverton

Fireworks
Ashburton

Ashburton

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Cathedral Close

High Ropes
Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Pumpkins, Halloween
Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Frosty mornings
Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach Sunset
Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Devonshire Cream Tea
Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Welcome Family Holiday Park
Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Exmouth

Exmouth

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Cullompton

Cullompton

Salcombe

Salcombe

Topsham

Topsham

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

People eating Cream Tea
Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Torquay seafront

Torquay seafront

Drone shot of Dawlish Warren from the sea
Swimming Pool
Ashburton

Ashburton

The River Dart

The River Dart

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Modbury

Modbury

Shaldon

Shaldon

Autum Leaves at Old Forde House, Newton Abbot
Woodbury Common

Woodbury Common

Haytor

Haytor

Plymouth Hoe

Plymouth Hoe

The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Dittisham

Dittisham

Great Plantation

Great Plantation

Dartmeet

Dartmeet

Country Lane
Dartmouth

Dartmouth

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

Exmouth Marina

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Roses
Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

Golf
Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Tickets
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Seaton Wetlands
Vineyard
Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Rock Pooling at Wembury
Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Shaldon

Shaldon

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Colouring Pencils
Boats near Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Autum Leaves
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Dog on South Devon Beach
Teignmouth
Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Paintbrushes
Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Days Out On Your Doorstep Logo
BBQ
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Sharpham

Sharpham

Umbrellas
Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Pride in South Devon
Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Start Point

Start Point

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Concert
Crediton

Crediton

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Shaldon

Shaldon

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

EV Charging in South Devon
Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

Paintbrushes
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Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Topsham

Topsham

Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Salcombe

Salcombe

Kingswear

Kingswear

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

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