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  1. 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.

  2. 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…

  3. 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.

  4. 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,…

  5. 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…

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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.

  10. 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…

  11. 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.

  12. 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.

  13. 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.

  14. 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.

  15. 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.…

  16. 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.

  17. 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.

  18. 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…

  19. 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.

  20. 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.

  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…

Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

Sandridge Barton
Modbury

Modbury

Exeter Cathedral Close

Exeter Cathedral Close

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Mamhead view towards Exmouth

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

Rock Pooling at Wembury
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Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

The River Dart

The River Dart

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Kingswear

Kingswear

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Ashburton

Countryside around Ashburton

Seaton

Seaton

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Bovey Tracey MAKE Southwest
Ashburton

Ashburton

Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Topsham Estuary

Topsham Estuary

Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

Cullompton

Cullompton

Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach with view of Exmouth
Teignmouth Seafront

Teignmouth Seafront

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

The Boat Float, Dartmouth

Great Plantation

Great Plantation

Honiton

Honiton

Pumpkins, Halloween
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

kite flying
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Calendar
Escape the Everyday in South Devon
View of Beesands

View of Beesands

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Drone shot of Dawlish Warren from the sea
Bovey Tracey High Street
Concert
Dartmeet

Dartmeet

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Steam Train at South Devon Railway

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Rabbit
BBQ
Exeter Roman Walls

Exeter Roman Walls

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach huts sunset
Ashburton High Street
Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Easter in South Devon
Plymouth Hoe

Plymouth Hoe

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

Countryside around Crediton

Countryside around Crediton

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Totnes Market in Civic Square

Thurlestone Rock

Thurlestone Rock

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Topsham

Topsham

Father's Day Events
Salcombe

Salcombe

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach sunset
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Exmouth

Exmouth

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Dog on South Devon Beach
Teignmouth Promenade

Teignmouth Promenade

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Kaykaying on The River Teign

Bovey Tracey Church

Bovey Tracey Church

Country Lane
Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Kingsbridge Estuary

Kingsbridge Estuary

Salcombe

Salcombe

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Ponsworthy Hamlet Dartmoor

Wedding Glasses Toasting, weddings in South Devon
Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Family on beach
Shaldon

Shaldon

Caravan Parks in South Devon
Person and Phone at Stover Country Park
Tiverton

Tiverton

Ashburton

Ashburton

Foss Street Dartmouth

Foss Street Dartmouth

Love and Explore South Devon
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Dartmoor
Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Widecombe-in-the-Moor Church

Autum Leaves
Crediton

Crediton

Honiton

Honiton

Berry Head

Berry Head

Topsham

Topsham

Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Ferry on the River Dart

Ferry on the River Dart

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach Sunset
Swimming Pool
Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

Devonshire Cream Tea
Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Exmouth Beach

Exmouth Beach

Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Bickleigh

Bickleigh

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Golf
Colouring Pencils
Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Frosty mornings
Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Sailing on the River Dart

Sailing on the River Dart

Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Bluebells Honiton
Autum Leaves at Old Forde House, Newton Abbot
Paignton Pier

Paignton Pier

Exeter Princesshay

Exeter Princesshay

Festivals, Fetes & Fairs
Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Haytor

Haytor

Cake
Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Dittisham

Dittisham

Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Newton Abbot Town Quay

Teignmouth
Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Salcombe

Salcombe

Start Point

Start Point

The Den, Teignmouth

The Den, Teignmouth

Sharpham

Sharpham

Avon Dam

Avon Dam

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Salcombe
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Salcombe

Salcombe

The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Thurlestone Beach

Thurlestone Beach

Salcombe

Salcombe

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Budleigh Salterton Countryside
Tickets
Salcombe Estuary

Salcombe Estuary

Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Barley field

Barley field

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Tiverton Countryside
Ashburton

Ashburton

Pebbles
Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

Totnes Fore Street

Totnes Fore Street

The River Dart

The River Dart

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton Beach

Seaton Coast

Seaton Coast

High Ropes
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Cullompton Church

Cullompton Church

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Pen & Paper
Seaton Wetlands
Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Coastal Path near Beesands

Coastal Path near Beesands

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Fireworks
Topsham

Topsham

Shaldon
Keyboard
Sherman Tank at Torcross

Sherman Tank at Torcross

Respect, Protect and Enjoy
Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

Horseracing
River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

Walking in the woods
Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

South Devon Railway

South Devon Railway

Tiverton

Tiverton

EV Charging in South Devon
Torquay seafront

Torquay seafront

Flags at Sidmouth Folk Festival
Dawlish

Dawlish

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Boat tour on the River Dart

Boat tour on the River Dart

Teignmouth

Teignmouth

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Deckchairs at Beer Beach

Bigbury Beach

Bigbury Beach

Peak Hill Sidmouth Countryside
Shopping in Dartmouth

Shopping in Dartmouth

Pride in South Devon
Shaldon

Shaldon

Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

Salcombe Lifeboat

Salcombe Lifeboat

Shaldon

Shaldon

Boats near Kingsbridge

Boats near Kingsbridge

Free Events
Food Festival
Vineyard
Start Point

Start Point

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

Ice Creams
Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

Burger & Chips
Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Slapton Ley

Slapton Ley

Days Out On Your Doorstep Logo
Crediton

Crediton

Countryside around Tiverton

Countryside around Tiverton

Welcome Family Holiday Park
Topsham

Topsham

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

Topsham

Topsham

Surfer at Bantham

Surfer at Bantham

Torcross

Torcross

Shaldon

Shaldon

Roses
Salcombe

Salcombe

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Beesands Coastal Path Sign

Cullompton

Cullompton

Slapton Sand Beach

Slapton Sand Beach

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

Umbrellas
Countryside near Sidmouth

Countryside near Sidmouth

Exe Estuary Trail

Exe Estuary Trail

Teignmouth Town

Teignmouth Town

Dawlish Beach
Dartmoor

Dartmoor

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Salcombe

Salcombe

Cockington

Cockington

Cullompton War Memorial

Cullompton War Memorial

camping overlooking the sea
Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

People eating Cream Tea
Blog in Flowers
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Dawlish Brook

Dawlish Brook

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Paintbrushes
Honiton

Honiton

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

Stoke Gabriel

Stoke Gabriel

Mamhead view towards Exmouth
Woodbury Common

Woodbury Common

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Surfers at Bantham Beach

Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Granite Cross on Dartmoor

Dartmouth

Dartmouth

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

Torquay Harbour

Torquay Harbour

Devonshire Cream Tea
Travel Blog, South Devon, Winter
Crabs
Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Coast Path near Slapton

Coast Path near Slapton

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Countryside around Bovey Tracey

Cake & Coffee
Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Dog at Stover Country Park
Bovey Tracey High Street
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Paintbrushes
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