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  1. 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.…

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. Add Exeter's Underground Passages to your Itinerary

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    Exeter's Underground Passages

    Address

    2 Paris Street, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1GA

    Telephone

    01392 665887

    Exeter

    The Passages were built to house the pipes that brought clean drinking water into medieval Exeter. A guided tour of Exeter's Underground Passages is a memorable event - narrow, dark, interesting and exciting.

  8. 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…

  9. 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…

  10. 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,…

  11. 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.

  12. 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.

  13. 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.

  14. 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.

  15. 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.

  16. Add Dawlish Warren National Nature Reserve Visitor Centre to your Itinerary

    Dawlish Warren National Nature Reserve Visitor Centre

    Address

    ., Dawlish Warren, Devon

    Telephone

    +44 01626 863 980

    Dawlish Warren

    The Visitor Centre has a range of displays which tell you more about Dawlish Warren. A bird watching hide is situated about a mile north-east of the Visitor Centre.

  17. 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…

  18. 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.

  19. 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…

  20. 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.

  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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Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

The River Dart

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Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Great Plantation

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Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

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Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary Trail

Bovey Tracey High Street
Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Start Point

Start Point

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Autum Leaves
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Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

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Modbury

Modbury

Dog at Stover Country Park
Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

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Hope Cove

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Kingsbridge

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Dartmoor

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Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

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Cullompton

Cullompton

The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Bluebells Honiton
The River Dart

The River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Crabs
Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Kingswear

Kingswear

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Caravan Parks in South Devon
Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Dartmeet

Dartmeet

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Exmouth

Exmouth

Food Festival
Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Salcombe

Salcombe

Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Tiverton

Tiverton

Shaldon
Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Pumpkins, Halloween
Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Frosty mornings
Ice Creams
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Totnes Fore Street

Totnes Fore Street

Tickets
Person and Phone at Stover Country Park
Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

Ashburton

Ashburton

Shaldon

Shaldon

Dartmoor
Ashburton

Ashburton

Crediton

Crediton

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Salcombe

Salcombe

Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Torquay seafront

Torquay seafront

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

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Dartmouth

Honiton

Honiton

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

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Countryside around Tiverton

Tiverton Countryside
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Countryside around Crediton

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Exmouth Marina

Ashburton

Ashburton

Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Peak Hill Sidmouth Countryside
Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Start Point

Start Point

EV Charging in South Devon
Seaton

Seaton

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

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Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Fireworks
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Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Paintbrushes
Burger & Chips
Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Torcross

Torcross

View of Beesands

View of Beesands

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Free Events
Topsham

Topsham

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Teignmouth
Pebbles
South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach Sunset
Teignmouth

Teignmouth

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach sunset
Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach with view of Exmouth
Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Wedding Glasses Toasting, weddings in South Devon
Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

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Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

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Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Berry Head

Berry Head

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Family on beach
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Exmouth Beach

Exmouth Beach

Topsham

Topsham

Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

Barley field

Barley field

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

Honiton

Honiton

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Salcombe

Salcombe

Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Horseracing
Cake & Coffee
Haytor

Haytor

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Devonshire Cream Tea
Autum Leaves at Old Forde House, Newton Abbot
Roses
Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Topsham

Topsham

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Father's Day Events
Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Dawlish

Dawlish

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

Kingsbridge Estuary

Kingsbridge Estuary

Rabbit
Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

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Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

Topsham

Topsham

Sailing on the River Dart

Sailing on the River Dart

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Pen & Paper
Woodbury Common

Woodbury Common

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Pride in South Devon
Plymouth Hoe

Plymouth Hoe

kite flying
Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Sandridge Barton
Cake
Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

BBQ
Bickleigh

Bickleigh

Escape the Everyday in South Devon
Walking in the woods
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High Ropes
The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Paintbrushes
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Honiton

Honiton

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

Shaldon

Shaldon

Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Cathedral Close

Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Boats near Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Sharpham

Sharpham

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Shaldon

Shaldon

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Swimming Pool
Tiverton

Tiverton

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

Crediton

Crediton

Salcombe

Salcombe

Shaldon

Shaldon

Cullompton

Cullompton

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Salcombe
Salcombe

Salcombe

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

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Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

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Cockington

Rock Pooling at Wembury
Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Colouring Pencils
Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Calendar
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Vineyard
Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Easter in South Devon
Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

Topsham

Topsham

Dittisham

Dittisham

Salcombe

Salcombe

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

Salcombe

Salcombe

Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Seaton Wetlands
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Avon Dam

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