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  1. Add Bygones to your Itinerary

    Bygones

    Address

    Fore Street, St. Marychurch, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4PR

    Telephone

    01803 326108

    Torquay

    Wander back in time, starting towards the end of Queen Victoria’s reign. Visit our authentic life-size Victorian Street filled with all original items. See the Blacksmith hard at work making horseshoes.

  2. Add Tiverton Merchants' Trail to your Itinerary

    Tiverton Merchants' Trail

    Address

    Tiverton, Devon

    Telephone

    01884 255827

    Tiverton

    In its heyday (1500-1750), Tiverton was famous for the manufacture of woollen cloth. Thousands found work and merchants grew rich. The Merchants Trail can be followed around the town of today.

  3. Add The Exe Valley Way to your Itinerary

    The Exe Valley Way

    Address

    Exeter, EX1 1JJ

    Telephone

    0870 6085531

    Exeter

    The Exe Valley is a long distance route for walkers exploring the length of this beautiful river valley.

  4. Add Custom House Visitor Centre to your Itinerary

    Custom House Visitor Centre

    Address

    Exeter Quay, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4AN

    Telephone

    01392 271611

    Exeter

    The Custom House Visitor Centre is in the centre of Exeter's historic quayside & occupies one of the most historic buildings on the waterfront.

  5. Add Exeter Medieval Trail to your Itinerary

    Exeter Medieval Trail

    Address

    Exeter Visitor Information & Tickets, Dix's Field, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1GF

    Telephone

    01392 665700

    Exeter

    Discover Exeter's medieval past, find out about many of Exeter's surviving gems and the events that helped to shape this period of Exeter's past.

  6. Add The Stover Canal to your Itinerary

    The Stover Canal

    Address

    Newton Abbot - Teigngrace, Devon

    The Stover Canal runs for nearly two miles north from the Jetty Marsh Local Nature Reserve, Newton Abbot to Ventiford Basin, Ley Green, Teigngrace. It is an important part of the local heritage and was significant to the industrial growth of the…

  7. Add Hound Tor Deserted Medieval Village to your Itinerary

    Hound Tor Deserted Medieval Village

    Address

    Telephone

    +44 01626 832093

    Hound Tor is certainly worth a visit. It is reputed to be the inspiration for the Hound of the Baskervilles story and has often been used for location filming; a version of "Hound of the Baskervilles" was one of these.

  8. Add The West Exe Trail to your Itinerary

    The West Exe Trail

    Address

    Tiverton, Devon

    Telephone

    01884 255827

    Tiverton

    The West Exe Trail is an historic walk celebrating Tiverton’s lace making and architectural heritage.

  9. Add MAKE Southwest to your Itinerary

    MAKE Southwest

    Address

    Riverside Mill, Fore Street, Bovey Tracey, Devon, TQ13 9AF

    Telephone

    01626 832223

    Bovey Tracey

    MAKE Southwest is an acclaimed exhibition space for contemporary craft and design as well as a leading charity for craft education.

  10. Add Canonteign Falls to your Itinerary

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    Canonteign Falls

    Address

    Christow, Nr Exeter, Devon, EX6 7RH

    Telephone

    01647 252434

    Canonteign Falls where tranquillity meets adventure. The perfect day out for the whole family.

  11. Add Jurassic Discovery to your Itinerary

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    Jurassic Discovery

    Address

    The Underfleet, Seaton, Devon, EX12 2WD

    Seaton

    Discover the prehistoric wonders at Jurassic Discovery, nestled in the heart of Seaton, East Devon, your gateway to the Jurassic Coast. This family-friendly attraction brings history to life with its immersive exhibition, featuring stunning,…

  12. Add The Riviera Line to your Itinerary

    The Riviera Line

    Address

    From Exeter Central to Paignton, Various, Devon

    Various

    With regular trains seven days a week, the Riviera Line is great for all kinds of trips, whether its arriving at your holiday destination, shopping, exploring the countryside or connecting to different parts of the county.

  13. Add Exeter Red Coat Guided Tours to your Itinerary

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    Exeter Red Coat Guided Tours

    Address

    Telephone

    01392 265866

    Find out more about the city’s turbulent history on a free guided walking tour with the Red Coat Guides, running daily throughout the year.

  14. Add Exeter Ship Canal to your Itinerary

    Exeter Ship Canal

    Address

    No.4 Kings Wharf, The Quay, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4AN

    Exeter

    The Exeter Ship Canal first opened to shipping in 1566 and was the first canal to be built in Britain since Roman times. It was also the first canal in England to use the pound lock.

  15. The Tarka Line

    Address

    Devon

    Telephone

    01752 233094

    The Tarka Line runs for 39 miles (60 minutes) between the city of Exeter and the ancient market town of Barnstaple.

  16. Add Culm Valley Cloth Trail to your Itinerary

    Culm Valley Cloth Trail

    Address

    Cullompton, Devon, EX15 1DJ

    Cullompton

    The river Culm flows from the Blackdown Hills into the Exe and out to sea through the ports of Exeter and Topsham. There is a long history of cloth and clothing production in settlements and mills using water power along the Culm, with some exports…

  17. Add The City Wall Trail to your Itinerary

    The City Wall Trail

    Address

    Exeter, Devon

    Exeter

    A superb self-guided tour. Pick up a free leaflet from Exeter Visitor Information & Tickets & discover the history of Exeter's City Wall.

  18. Add Homeyards Botanical Gardens to your Itinerary

    Homeyards Botanical Gardens

    Address

    Torquay Road, Shaldon, Teignmouth, TQ14 0BD

    Teignmouth

    Homeyards Botanical Gardens are located on a steep hillside just above the small village of Shaldon with breathtaking vistas over to idyllic town of Teignmouth, the captivating Teign Estuary and out to sea and along the rugged coastline. Built in…

  19. Add Newton Abbot Museum to your Itinerary

    Newton Abbot Museum

    Address

    Newton's Place, Wolborough Street, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 1JQ

    Telephone

    +441626201121

    Newton Abbot

    Bringing History to Life Our exhibits will lead you back in time to discover what the Romans left in Highweek, reveal how our World War II allies formed ‘Little Poland’ in Stover and find out how rats ruined Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s grand plans.…

  20. Add Pom Stitch Tassel to your Itinerary

    Pom Stitch Tassel

    Address

    53 Fore Street, Bovey Tracey, Devon, TQ13 9AB

    Telephone

    07864009316

    Bovey Tracey

    Discover Pom Stitch Tassel, a charming children's shop and craft hub located in the heart of South Devon. Situated on Bovey Tracey's high street at 53 Fore Street, this shop is a treasure trove of creative gifts, DIY craft kits, and fun activities…

  21. Add The Brunel Trail to your Itinerary

    The Brunel Trail

    Address

    Dawlish, EX7 9NF

    Dawlish

    The Brunel Trail is a series of six interpretation boards at historical, geological or socially significant sites along the coast path between Dawlish and Dawlish Warren.

    The boards are placed at about ten to fifteen minute intervals…

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Deckchairs at Beer Beach

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Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

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Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

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Cullompton War Memorial

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

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Kingsbridge Estuary

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Boat tour on the River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

Boats near Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

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Shaldon

Shaldon

Modbury

Modbury

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

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Dartmouth

Seaton

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Slapton Ley

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Hope Cove

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Woodbury Common

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Great Plantation

Great Plantation

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

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Totnes Fore Street

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

Start Point

Start Point

The River Dart

The River Dart

Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

Sharpham

Sharpham

Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

Honiton

Honiton

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Salcombe

Salcombe

River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

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Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

Welcome Family Holiday Park
Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Pride in South Devon
Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Avon Dam

Avon Dam

Bovey Tracey High Street
Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Honiton

Honiton

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Frosty mornings
Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

Festivals, Fetes & Fairs
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Blackpool Sands

Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

View of Beesands

View of Beesands

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Easter in South Devon
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Salcombe

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Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

Shaldon
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Sailing on the River Dart

Horseracing
Burger & Chips
Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Pen & Paper
Shaldon

Shaldon

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Ashburton

Ashburton

Tiverton

Tiverton

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Cockington

Cockington

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Dog at Stover Country Park
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Salcombe

Salcombe

Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

Food Festival
Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Devonshire Cream Tea
Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Ashburton High Street
Mamhead view towards Exmouth
Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

Exmouth

Exmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Honiton

Honiton

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Dartmoor
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

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

Sidmouth Beach

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

Bickleigh

Bickleigh

Devonshire Cream Tea
Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Escape the Everyday in South Devon
Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Town

Roses
Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Colouring Pencils
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kite flying
Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

Flags at Sidmouth Folk Festival
Rabbit
Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Topsham

Topsham

Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Haytor

Haytor

Salcombe

Salcombe

Topsham

Topsham

Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

Golf
Paintbrushes
Salcombe

Salcombe

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth
Autum Leaves
Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Swimming Pool
Topsham

Topsham

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

Tiverton Countryside
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Rock Pooling at Wembury
Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Barley field

Barley field

Father's Day Events
South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Torcross

Torcross

camping overlooking the sea
Pumpkins, Halloween
Bovey Tracey High Street
Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

Salcombe

Salcombe

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

The River Dart

The River Dart

Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

EV Charging in South Devon
Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Cullompton

Cullompton

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Topsham

Topsham

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach huts sunset
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Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Free Events
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Calendar
Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Crediton

Crediton

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Cullompton

Cullompton

Keyboard
Days Out On Your Doorstep Logo
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Person and Phone at Stover Country Park
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

Walking in the woods
Teignmouth

Teignmouth

Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Ice Creams
Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

Caravan Parks in South Devon
Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Cake & Coffee
Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach Sunset
Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Dittisham

Dittisham

Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Dawlish

Dawlish

Dawlish Beach
Pebbles
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Torquay seafront

Torquay seafront

Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Shaldon

Shaldon

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

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Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

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