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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 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…

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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…

  7. 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.

  8. 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,…

  9. 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.

  10. 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…

  11. 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.

  12. 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…

  13. 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.

  14. 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.

  15. 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…

  16. 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

  17. 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.

  18. 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.…

  19. 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…

  20. 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.

  21. Add Ashburton Antiques Trail to your Itinerary

    Ashburton Antiques Trail

    Address

    Ashburton, Devon

    Ashburton has built a reputation over many years as a top destination for antiques and no visit to the town is complete without a browse around its antique shops.

    Ashburton offers more than 10 individual antique shops combining some of the…

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Dog at Stover Country Park
Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Totnes Fore Street

Totnes Fore Street

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Frosty mornings
The River Dart

The River Dart

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach sunset
Kingswear

Kingswear

Start Point

Start Point

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

Salcombe

Salcombe

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Umbrellas
Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

Boats near Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

Devonshire Cream Tea
Haytor

Haytor

Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

Sharpham

Sharpham

Walking in the woods
Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

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Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Teignmouth

Teignmouth

Autum Leaves
Ice Creams
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Cake & Coffee
Tiverton

Tiverton

Horseracing
Dog on South Devon Beach
Caravan Parks in South Devon
Calendar
Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bovey Tracey High Street
Ashburton

Ashburton

Great Plantation

Great Plantation

Festivals, Fetes & Fairs
Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Start Point

Start Point

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Honiton

Honiton

Escape the Everyday in South Devon
Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

kite flying
Shaldon

Shaldon

River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Peak Hill Sidmouth Countryside
Sailing on the River Dart

Sailing on the River Dart

Wedding Glasses Toasting, weddings in South Devon
Exmouth Beach

Exmouth Beach

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach with view of Exmouth
Crediton

Crediton

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Tiverton

Tiverton

Flags at Sidmouth Folk Festival
Dittisham

Dittisham

Plymouth Hoe

Plymouth Hoe

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Dawlish

Dawlish

Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

High Ropes
Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Respect, Protect and Enjoy
Travel Blog, South Devon, Winter
EV Charging in South Devon
Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

Dartmeet

Dartmeet

Bluebells Honiton
Shaldon
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Pen & Paper
Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

Autum Leaves at Old Forde House, Newton Abbot
Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Teignmouth
Salcombe
Crediton

Crediton

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Honiton

Honiton

Concert
Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Food Festival
Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Rabbit
Topsham

Topsham

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Pebbles
Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe

Salcombe

Mamhead view towards Exmouth
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Honiton

Honiton

Person and Phone at Stover Country Park
Blog in Flowers
Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Golf
Cake
Newton Abbot Town Quay

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Pride in South Devon
Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Devonshire Cream Tea
Tiverton Countryside
Topsham

Topsham

Shaldon

Shaldon

Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary Trail

Bovey Tracey High Street
Country Lane
Topsham

Topsham

Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach Sunset
Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Dartmoor
Ashburton High Street
Exmouth

Exmouth

Seaton

Seaton

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Boat tour on the River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

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Paintbrushes
Burger & Chips
Budleigh Salterton Countryside
Paintbrushes
Cullompton

Cullompton

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Woodbury Common

Woodbury Common

The River Dart

The River Dart

People eating Cream Tea
Shaldon

Shaldon

Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Bickleigh

Bickleigh

Torcross

Torcross

Dawlish Beach
Torquay seafront

Torquay seafront

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

Drone shot of Dawlish Warren from the sea
Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach huts sunset
Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Cullompton

Cullompton

Swimming Pool
Family on beach
Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Kingsbridge Estuary

Kingsbridge Estuary

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Dartmouth

Dartmouth

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Roses
Berry Head

Berry Head

Shaldon

Shaldon

Father's Day Events
Ashburton

Ashburton

Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Colouring Pencils
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Topsham

Topsham

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Welcome Family Holiday Park
Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Seaton Wetlands
Salcombe

Salcombe

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Rock Pooling at Wembury
Pumpkins, Halloween
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Fireworks
Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

Avon Dam

Avon Dam

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Modbury

Modbury

Free Events
Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

Barley field

Barley field

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Salcombe

Salcombe

Salcombe

Salcombe

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

camping overlooking the sea
Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Cathedral Close

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Easter in South Devon
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Ashburton

Ashburton

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Crabs
Salcombe

Salcombe

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Tickets
Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Vineyard
Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

BBQ
View of Beesands

View of Beesands

Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

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Sandridge Barton
Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Town

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Cockington

Cockington

Salcombe

Salcombe

Keyboard
Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Topsham

Topsham

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

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