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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. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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…

  7. 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…

  8. 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.

  9. 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

    AboutThe Museum

    Following our relocation in 2020 to Newton's Place, the larger space means we can bring many interesting and unusual objects out from the stores for the very first time.

    Exciting displays tell the stories of local people and…

  10. 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.

  11. 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.

  12. 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.

  13. 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,…

  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 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.

  16. Add Exeter Red Coat Guided Tours to your Itinerary

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    Exeter Red Coat Guided Tours

    Address

    Exeter Corn Exchange, Market Street, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1BW

    Telephone

    01392 265203

    Exeter

    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.

  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 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.

  20. 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.

  21. 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.

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Grand Western Canal, Tiverton

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Mamhead view towards Exmouth

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Countryside around Ashburton

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Countryside around Crediton

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Surfers at Bantham Beach

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Countryside around Bovey Tracey

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Countryside around Crediton

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Coastal Path near Beesands

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Boat tour on the River Dart

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Car Ferry Crossing the River Dart

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Shopping in Dartmouth

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Branscombe Countryside and Coast Path

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Newton Abbot Town Quay

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The Den, Teignmouth

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Coast Path near Slapton

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Blackdown Hills AONB

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Landscape Photography on Dartmoor

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Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth

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Kingsbridge

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Granite Cross on Dartmoor

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Exeter Princesshay

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Torquay Harbour

Exmouth Marina

Exmouth Marina

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Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Seaton Coastline

Seaton Coastline

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

Kayaks on Thurlestone Beach

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Totnes Fore Street

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Slapton Sand Beach

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Ashburton

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Exeter Cathedral Close

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Exe Estuary Trail

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Old Forde House, Newton Abbot

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Blackpool Sands

Devonshire Cream Tea
Modbury

Modbury

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Beesands Coastal Path Sign

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The Boat Float, Dartmouth

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Kingsbridge

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Burgh Island and Bantham Beach

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

Royal Avenue Gardens Dartmouth

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Exmouth Beach

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Totnes - River Dart

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Blackdown Hills AONB

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Haytor

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Kingsbridge Estuary

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Stover Country Park

Countryside Near Sidmouth

Countryside Near Sidmouth

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Bowcombe Creek, Kingsbridge

River Otter near Honiton

River Otter near Honiton

Stover Country Park

Stover Country Park

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Totnes Castle

Totnes Castle

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Exeter High Street

Exeter High Street

Topsham

Topsham

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Teignmouth Town

Crediton

Crediton

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Sailing on the River Dart

Burgh Island

Burgh Island

Great Plantation

Great Plantation

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Bridleway Sign on Dartmoor
Wembury Beach

Wembury Beach

Devonshire Cream Tea
Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

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Beer Beach

Beer Beach

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Shaldon View Teignmouth Back Beach

Dawlish Beach
Exe Estuary

Exe Estuary

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Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

Coast Cams - Dawlish Warren Beach with view of Exmouth
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Totnes Guildhall

Totnes Guildhall

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Deckchairs at Beer Beach

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Fireworks
Wembury Rock Pools

Wembury Rock Pools

Teignmouth Pier

Teignmouth Pier

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The River Dart at Dartmouth

The River Dart at Dartmouth

Salcombe

Salcombe

The Barbican, Plymouth

The Barbican, Plymouth

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Avon Dam

Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Newton Abbot

Newton Abbot

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren

Mamhead view towards Exmouth
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Cullompton War Memorial

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

Blackdown Hills AONB

Blackdown Hills AONB

Cockington

Cockington

Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh

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Culmstock Beacon, Blackdown Hill AONB

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Sherman Tank at Torcross

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Countryside near Sidmouth

Sidmouth Beach

Sidmouth Beach

Totnes - River Dart

Totnes - River Dart

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Dittisham

Kingsbridge

Kingsbridge

Dawlish Beach

Dawlish Beach

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Countryside around Tiverton

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Exmouth

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Totnes Market in Civic Square

Teignmouth Beach

Teignmouth Beach

Exeter Quay

Exeter Quay

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Barley field

Dawlish

Dawlish

Dawlish Seafront

Dawlish Seafront

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Kingsbridge

Ashburton

Ashburton

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Countryside around Tiverton

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Salcombe Estuary

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Exeter Cathedral

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Start Point

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Sharpham

Charles Church Plymouth

Charles Church Plymouth

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Steam Train at South Devon Railway

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Blackpool Sands

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Torquay Harbour

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Seaton Coast

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Salcombe
Ice Creams
Brixham Harbour

Brixham Harbour

Countryside around Cullompton

Countryside around Cullompton

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Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Courtenay Park, Newton Abbot

Exmouth Seafront

Exmouth Seafront

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Countryside near Honiton

Countryside near Honiton

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Slapton Ley

Seaton Beach

Seaton Beach

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Beer Beach

Beer Beach

Cake & Coffee
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Teignmouth Beach

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Cullompton

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

Haldon Forest

Haldon Forest

Topsham

Topsham

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Ferry on the River Dart

Topsham

Topsham

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Countryside around Cullompton

Blackpool Sands

Blackpool Sands

Cullompton

Cullompton

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Exeter Princesshay

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Honiton

Honiton

Hope Cove

Hope Cove

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Bigbury Beach

Honiton

Honiton

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Teignmouth

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Honiton

Honiton

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

Winner in the 2018 Photo Competition

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Wembury Beach

Dawlish Riviera Line

Dawlish Riviera Line

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Dartmoor

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Paignton Pier

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Totnes - River Dart

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Torcross

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Thurlestone Beach

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The River Dart

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Dawlish Warren

Salcombe

Salcombe

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