Experience Devon 2017

WALKING 

CYCLING 

COAST 

COUNTRYSIDE 

HISTORY 

CULTURE 

GREAT DAYS OUT 

FOOD & DRINK 

EVENTS 

2017 

SHORT BREAKS & LONGER STAYS 

In partnership with 

Scintillating 

Scenery 

Boasting five areas 

of natural beauty 

Fun for all 

Devon offers something 

for all ages, all year round 

Bountiful 

Beaches 

Over 50 beaches 

to choose from 

www.visitdevon.co.uk

Welcome 

A warm 

to the 

Experience 

Devon 2017 

guide. 

Welcome to Devon, home to some of England’s most diverse 

and beautiful natural landscapes. In between the drama of the 

rugged North Devon coastline and the beautiful golden beaches 

of South Devon, are no less than 5 areas of Outstanding Natural 

Beauty, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO Geopark, a 

UNESCO World Heritage Site and two National Parks, possibly 

the most famous of which is Dartmoor with over 350 square 

miles to explore. 

The famous historic cities of Exeter, founded by the Romans 

in AD 50, and Plymouth, where the Pilgrim Fathers set sail 

for North America on the Mayflower in 1620, are both full of 

heritage attractions and cultural experiences. Along with superb 

shopping from main high street retailers and independents, and 

a renowned food and drink scene unique to each city, they are 

must visit destinations whilst in Devon. 

The English Riviera is one of England’s top seaside resorts, 

famed for its fantastically warm micro-climate and exotic palm 

trees. It has more attractions than any other resort in the UK 

and is also a Global Geopark. The area in between here and 

Plymouth is known as the South Hams, and features one of the 

most beautiful stretches of coastline in the UK. You’ll discover a 

strong rural and maritime heritage here, along with top quality 

local food including the famous South Devon Crab. 

North Devon has its own unique character, with the rugged 

beauty of Exmoor National Park opening up to the spectacular 

scenery of the North Atlantic and some excellent surfing spots. 

It is also home to many stately homes, with their glorious 

grounds, through to the steep cobbled street and deep blue 

harbour in the timeless village of Clovelly. 

With so much to offer, you’ll be spoilt for choice – just don’t 

leave without sampling a traditional Devonshire cream tea 

(clotted cream first, then jam on top!). 

Contents 

4 English Riviera 

6 Plymouth 

8 South Devon 

10 Dartmoor National Park 

12 Dartmoor the Heart of Devon 

14 Exeter 

16 North Devon & Exmoor 

18 Devon’s Protected Landscapes 

20 Exmoor National Park 

22 Devon’s Top Attractions 

24 Tourist Information 

26 Activities in Devon 

28 Accommodation 

33 Attractions 

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ENGLISH RIVIERA 

The 

English 

Riviera 

IF YOU WANT ALL YEAR ROUND FUN, SOUTH 

DEVON’S BEAUTIFUL BAY IS THE PERFECT 

DESTINATION! WHETHER YOU’RE LOOKING 

FOR FANTASTIC BEACHES, THRILLING 

ADVENTURES OR TOTAL RELAXATION, 

WE’VE GOT EVERYTHING YOU NEED. 

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Out & About 

CREATE YOUR OWN LIFETIME OF MEMORIES in 

South Devon’s Beautiful Bay. With so much on offer 

when it comes to a seaside holiday the towns of 

Torquay, Paignton, Brixham and Babbacombe Bay 

are the complete package. The birthplace of Agatha 

Christie, we have plenty of award winning beaches, 

exciting attractions and events for all the family. 

There’s also an endless variety of water activities 

from fishing trips to kayaking adventures plus the 

stunning scenery of the Global Geopark. With a 

great choice of accommodation, you can enjoy a 

holiday that’s friendly, fun and one that you will 

remember forever. 

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2017 EVENT 

HIGHLIGHTS 

28-30 April BMAD Bike & 

Music Festival 

29 Apr-1 May Brixham Pirate Festival 

27-29 May BrixFest 

3-4 June Torbay Air Show 

18-23 Aug Torbay Royal Regatta 

Championships 

To book your trip to the English Riviera 

visit www.englishriviera.co.uk or call 

01803 211 211 to request a copy of our 

2017 Official Destination Guide. 

www.englishriviera.co.uk/whats-on 

Great Days Out 

Explore our stunning coastline in a plethora of ways 

including by heritage steam train, by canoe, by boat or on 

foot. Head down to Cockington for a traditional Devon 

cream tea, go wild at Paignton Zoo or discover all things 

miniature and marvellous at the Babbacombe Model 

village. That’s just the start of your adventure in South 

Devon’s Beautiful Bay. With more attractions than any 

other UK seaside resort, you’re guaranteed to keep busy 

all year round, whatever the weather! 

Agatha Christie’s Riviera 

Agatha Christie, Queen of Crime, was born in Torquay 

in 1890. Her beloved Devon inspired more than 20 of her 

novels and you can follow in Agatha Christie’s footsteps 

along the Literary Trail or board a ferry to Greenway, 

her holiday home on the banks of the River Dart. Make 

sure you visit the Potent Plants Garden at Torre Abbey 

and Torquay Museum with its dedicated Agatha 

Christie Gallery. 

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Britain’s Seafood Coast 

From award winning fish and chip restaurants to Michelin 

starred fine dining, the English Riviera has a wide 

choice of culinary experiences to be had, all in stunning 

surroundings. Taste the highest quality local Brixham 

fish, served just hours after it was caught – you can’t get 

fresher than that! 

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1. Goodrington Sands 

2. Cockington Court Craft Studios 

3. Agatha Christie Plaque 

4. Eating alfresco in Brixham 

5. Ferry trips across the Bay 

6. Regatta fireworks 

7. Living Coasts Zoo & Aquarium 

8. BMAD Music & Bike Festival 


PLYMOUTH 

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Plymouth 

Britain’s 

Ocean City 

ONE OF 

EUROPE’S 

MOST VIBRANT 

WATERFRONT 

CITIES. 

LOCATED BY A STUNNING WATERFRONT AND HARBOUR, PLYMOUTH IS 

THE PERFECT PLACE TO VISIT. WITH DAZZLING VIEWS, RICH HISTORY AND 

WORLD CLASS EVENTS YOU’LL WANT TO COME BACK AGAIN AND AGAIN. 

Plymouth is home to many attractions including the National Marine 

Aquarium, the UK’s biggest aquarium, Theatre Royal Plymouth and Plymouth 

Pavilions, Ski Slope and Snowboard Centre and Dartmoor Zoo, which inspired 

the making of the Hollywood blockbuster - ‘We Bought a Zoo’. 

The Barbican and Sutton Harbour is one of Plymouth’s most popular places 

to visit, with quaint cobbled streets, a picturesque harbour and a wealth of 

independent shops, galleries, bars, cafes and restaurants along the water’s 

edge creating a metropolitan feel. 

It’s also home to the Elizabethan House as well as the Mayflower Steps where 

the Pilgrim Fathers set sail on their voyage to the New World in 1620. 

Plymouth Hoe is where Sir Francis Drake is renowned to have played his last 

game of bowls before his sailing voyage to engage with the Spanish Armada. 

Also home to the iconic Smeaton’s Tower, Tinside Lido, Royal Citadel and the 

city’s war memorials, the Hoe is a large open space with 

jaw- dropping views. 

Take a trip to the Royal William Yard, which was designed by Victorian 

architect Sir John Rennie and constructed between 1825 and 1831. The 

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PLYMOUTH 


HIGHLIGHTS 

13-14 May Pirate Weekend 

28 May Lord Mayor’s Day 

2–4 June Flavour Fest 

24 June Armed Forces Day 

9-10 Aug National Fireworks 

Championships 

5 Nov Bonfire Night 

Plymouth has a number of hotels, 

guest houses and B&B’s. To find 

your ideal accommodation visit 

www.visitplymouth.co.uk 

Yard is considered to be one of the most important 

groups of historic military buildings in Britain; it is also the 

largest collection of Grade 1 listed military buildings in 

Europe. Stroll around the Yard and take in the atmosphere 

and imposing buildings as well as stop off at one of the 

many eateries for a spot of lunch, afternoon tea or dinner. 

If you like to shop, the city centre features many 

independent retailers as well as national brands and high 

street names in its varied shopping areas. Regularly hosting 

outdoor markets visitors will often get to taste Devon’s 

fantastic local produce. Head to Plymouth City Market to 

find a great selection of clothes, food and gifts. 

Take your time wandering around the extensive range of 

independent and specialist retailers in the Independent 

Quarter, pick up unique pieces of art from the Barbican’s 

Historic Quarter or enjoy shopping in Plymouth’s landmark 

shopping centre, Drake Circus. 

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1. Barbican by night 2. Mayflower steps 3. Plymouth Roya 

4. Plymouth Hoe 5. Waterfront refreshments 6. Yachts 

7. Royal William Yard 8. Tinside Lido 

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SOUTH DEVON 

Visit 

South 

Devon 

Home to the 

most breathtaking 

coastline, beaches 

and countryside 

in England, 

South Devon is a 

remarkable place 

to visit 

WITH 3 AREAS OF OUTSTANDING NATURAL BEAUTY, 

AND 30 MILES OF UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE 

COASTLINE, THE OUTSTANDING LANDSCAPE OFFERS 

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE ALL YEAR ROUND. 

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The coastline reaches from the historic Jurassic Coast at Lyme 

Regis, 115 miles to the naval port of Plymouth – all of which is 

part of the walkable South West Coast Path. 

The Jurassic Coast dates back 250 million years and has UNESCO 

status – you may even find a dinosaur or two! The East Devon 

Coast offers majestic red cliffs, dramatic coastline, beaches, and 

the seaside towns of Exmouth, Budleigh Salterton, Sidmouth, 

Seaton, Branscombe and Beer. 

The Southern coastline features large yellow sandy beaches and 

beautiful secluded coves, dotted with seaside towns, villages and 

harbours, such as Dawlish, Teignmouth, Salcombe and 

Dartmouth. The notorious Burgh Island and Bantham are truly 

beautiful, and Blackpool Sands has been voted one of the best 

beaches in the UK. The coastline is so varied you are bound to 

find the beach for you – family friendly, dog friendly, surfing, 

paddle-boarding, sailing, or just a quiet cove to relax in. 

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Inland, the picturesque countryside is scattered with towns and 

villages, rolling hills, patchwork farmland and estuary views. 

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SOUTH DEVON 


HIGHLIGHTS 

18th – 20th May: Devon County Show 

May: Stockland Fair 

June: Teignmouth Folk Festival 

2nd – 4th June: 

Kingsbridge Food and Music Festival 

9th – 11th June: 

Contemporary Craft Festival 

7th – 9th July: Glas-Denbury 

21st – 22nd July: Chagstock 

30th July: Totnes & District Show 

4th – 11th August: 

Sidmouth Folk Week 

24th – 26th August: 

Dartmouth Regatta 

September: Devon Open Studio 

October: Dartmouth Food Festival 

December: Totnes Christmas Markets 

www.visitsouthdevon.co.uk/whats-on 

To the east, the charming towns of Ottery St Mary, Axminster, 

Tiverton and Honiton provide a host of niche and bespoke 

shops and cafes. Further South, the unique towns of Totnes, 

Kingsbridge, Modbury, Newton Abbot and Bovey Tracey are 

full of heritage and culture, offering striking castles, arts and 

crafts, and grand country houses with spectacular gardens. 

If you love to get active, at Haldon Forest you can swing 

through the trees, enjoy a ride on a Segway or speed round 

the off-road cycling tracks. For a gentler pace explore, on foot 

or by bike, the miles of the pathways running along the Exe 

and Teign Estuaries. And there are plenty of things to keep 

the children happy, from parks and farms with cuddly animals 

to theme parks and action-packed days out - you’ll find your 

perfect family day out right here. 

The exceptional quality of Devon food and drink means that 

the area is famous for its award-winning restaurants, food 

festivals, and markets. Everything is on offer, from Devonshire 

Cream Teas, fresh local seafood, local wine and ales, and to top 

it all off, local ice creams and fudges. 

The area hosts a packed events calendar all year round so you 

can be sure what ever time of year you visit there is always 

things to see and do. 

Whatever the reason for your visit, there is accommodation to 

suit, from boutique hotels, to lodges in the woods, beachside 

camping sites to cosy B&B’s, finding a place to relax at the end 

of a day’s exploring couldn’t be easier. 

For more information, visit www.visitsouthdevon.co.uk 

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1. Totnes High Street 

2. Dartmouth looking at Kingswear 

3. Newton Abbot 

4. Blackpool Sands 

5. Start point 

6. The Great Plantation, 

Bovey Tracey 

7. Teignmouth 

8. Kingsbridge 

9. Bowcombe Creek 

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DARTMOOR NATIONAL PARK 

Dartmoor 

National Park 

AT 368 SQUARE MILES (954km 2 ), DARTMOOR IS THE LARGEST OPEN 

SPACE IN SOUTHERN ENGLAND. IT HAS WILD OPEN MOORLAND, GRANITE 

TORS AND WOODED RIVER VALLEYS. AT ITS EDGE IS A LANDSCAPE OF 

SMALL FIELDS ENCLOSED BY STONE WALLS AND HEDGE BANKS. 

Dartmoor has a rich and varied cultural heritage, ranging from prehistoric 

remains, through buildings and settlements of medieval and later origin, to 

its customs and traditions, some, such as the famous Widecombe Fair, still 

thriving. All combine to give Dartmoor a distinctive character and make it a 

fascinating place to visit. Dartmoor’s landscape is among the richest in western 

Europe in terms of its archaeological remains. Dartmoor contains the longest 

stone row in the world and has the greatest number of archaeological sites out 

of all the UK National Parks. 

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Dartmoor’s blanket bog, upland oakwood, caves and mines are among 

habitats of international importance. 

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Visitor Centres 

National Park Visitor Centre Princetown 

Tavistock Road, Princetown, 

Yelverton, PL20 6QF 

t 01822 890414 

National Park Visitor Centre Postbridge 

Main car park on B3212 Moretonhampstead 

to Two Bridges Road, PL20 6TH 

t 01822 880272 

National Park Visitor Centre Haytor 

Situated at the lower car park on B3387 

3 miles west of Bovey Tracey, TQ13 9XT 

t 01364 661520 

e visit@dartmoor.gov.uk 

The National Park operates three Visitor Centres and these 

are great starting points to explore the area. The National 

Park Visitor Centre in Princetown has a superb free to 

enter exhibition area where you can find out about the 

Dartmoor story and discover more about the building’s 

connection with Conan Doyle and how he was inspired 

to write the Hound of the Baskervilles. Try out the new 

Sherlock Holmes interactive display, watch stunning films 

and learn about Dartmoor’s myths and legends. Children 

can enjoy exploring darkest Dartmoor in the centre’s 

spooky cinema. 

Dartmoor National Park is a place of contrasts with 

something to enable everyone to wind down and take a 

break from the daily grind. Whether you seek a place for 

quiet contemplation, away from the hustle and bustle, a 

great day out with the family, a gentle stroll, or the thrill of 

adrenaline sports - Dartmoor has it all. 

The open spaces and sheltered valleys give pleasure 

to millions of people every year while Dartmoor’s small 

towns, villages and settlements offer individual shops and 

a warm welcome after a great day in the hills. 

Follow us: www.dartmoor.gov.uk 

@dartmoornpa enjoy dartmoor 

To find out what’s on visit the National 

Park website www.dartmoor.gov.uk 

1. Haytor 

2. Burrator Reservoir 

3. Dartmoor Ponies 

4. Higher Uppacott 

Longhouse 

5. Meadow Pipit 

6. South Tawton 

7. Bel Tor 

8. Lydford Gorge 

9. Walking Haytor 

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DARTMOOR THE HEART OF DEVON 

Dartmoor 

the heart of Devon 

SITUATED IN THE SOUTH WEST OF ENGLAND, RIGHT IN THE VERY 

HEART OF DEVON, DARTMOOR IS A LANDSCAPE OF STUNNING 

VIEWS, AWE INSPIRING GRANITE TORS, DEEP WOODED VALLEYS 

WITH FAST FLOWING RIVERS, AND RUGGED, WIDE OPEN SPACES. 

But Dartmoor also has a very gentle side. Safe, quiet 

areas where you can picnic with the family, easy to 

follow trails for strolling, walking and cycling, many 

lovely open spaces where the children can run to their 

heart’s content and a huge number of child friendly 

and dog friendly places to stay, to eat and attractions 

to visit. 

ACTIVITIES 

Dartmoor has the capacity to offer something for 

everyone, regardless of your hobby, interest 

or passion. 

From simple circular walks, which can include a 

picnic spot, to a more extreme activity like a Bear 

Grylls survival course, there will be an activity or 

attraction that will bring you pleasure, enlightenment 

or excitement. 

For the children try one of the family friendly 

attractions, take a trip on a steam train, visit a petting 

farm, or book them onto a gorge scrambling course 

which will challenge and push them! 

Look out for bush craft days, circus skills or arts 

and crafts days at one of the camping sites, tourist 

attractions or National Trust properties. 

Outdoor fun can be had all through the year with 

South West Lakes, or Dartmoor National Park Ranger 

Ralph Club. Remember to look at the Visit Dartmoor 

website ‘What’s On’ pages for dozens of ideas 

and inspiration. 

You can find all the attractions and information you 

need on the Visit Dartmoor website! 

Whatever else you do, don’t forget to visit one of 

the award winning Dartmoor National Park Visitor 

Centres at Princetown, Postbridge and Haytor. 

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DARTMOOR 

WALKING is good for your body, mind 

and soul, and where better to do it than 

amongst some of the most stunning, 

magical landscapes in the world. 

Whether you’re looking for a 

challenging trek across windswept 

moors, or just a relaxing stroll through 

secluded woods, you’ve come to 

the right place. 

Dartmoor has it all. Blaze your own 

trail, be a pioneer, explore and take the 

less trodden route. If you are a keen, 

confident walker, try one of the hard or 

moderate routes on our website, gather 

your kit and head out the door. 

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CYCLING 

It’s one of the first big achievements we 

have as children. And it is something 

we can continue to enjoy into old age. 

It keeps you fit, gets you outdoors and 

sends endorphins rushing to the brain; 

which is a surefire route to happiness. 

And Dartmoor is the place to do it; with 

spectacular scenery everywhere you 

look, mile upon mile of quiet wilderness 

(plus some ponies) and welcoming 

spots to take a break (pubs), there 

is nowhere better. So what are you 

waiting for? Bring your own your bike 

or hire for the day. 

www.visitdartmoor.co.uk 

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HORSE RIDING 

If you love to ride horses, Dartmoor is the place to do it, 

dramatic scenery, challenging routes, open skies, peace and 

quiet and astonishing scenery. You may be a beginner on 

your first trek or an experienced rider embarking on another 

adventure; either way Dartmoor is hard to beat. You can 

ride out on to the open moor, trot along woodland trails 

and bridleways, or follow in the hoof prints of Dartmoor’s 

forefathers along historic byways. 

If you don’t have your own horse, or are a novice in the 

saddle, there are some excellent stables listed on the Visit 

Dartmoor website. 

EATING OUT 

Landscape creates communities, and the diverse terrain 

of Dartmoor National Park is home to some of the best 

local produce in the UK. Almost everything about this last 

wilderness has been decreed by its terrain; from the hardy 

cattle grazing all year on the high moors, to the mineral-rich 

Dartmoor spring water from the soft verdant valleys. 

We love our food on Dartmoor - and so we should. We pride 

ourselves on supplying some of the finest produce in the 

world. Our rolling wild landscape reflects freshness, quality 

and variety. Fresh and local are two words you’ll often hear to 

describe the food available here today. 

We’re also pretty good at cooking. Having great ingredients 

helps, but on Dartmoor you’ll discover innovative cookery by 

award-winning chefs using quality local produce. 

Our producers sell at farmer’s markets, as well as in local 

shops and farm-gate sales. Wherever you visit on Dartmoor 

you will see evidence of our ancient traditions on our 

unique landscape still being used today in our humane 

farming methods. 

1. Photo by Baz Richardson 2. Yellowmead, by Lawrence Cornell 3. Leather Tor, 

Leeden Tor & Great Mis Tor, by Mark George 4. Brentor Church by Visit Dartmoor 


EXETER 

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The history 

of Exeter 

is rich and 

long 

Exeter 

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Founded by the Romans in AD50, the history of Exeter 

is rich and long, evident in its stunning architecture and 

heritage visitor attractions. 

As you’d expect from a city with a 2,000 year history, 

Exeter has much to show off, and the city’s Royal Albert 

Memorial Museum (RAMM) is a good place to start. 

Housed in a beautiful Victorian building, the museum 

takes visitors on a voyage of discovery from pre-history to 

the present day through 16 galleries of displays. Discover 

Exeter throughout the ages then travel the world through 

the vast array of global collections. 

At the heart of the city lies Exeter Cathedral, one of the 

finest examples of Decorated Gothic architecture in the 

country. It lays claim to the longest stretch of unbroken 

Gothic vaulting in the world. Cathedral Yard is dotted with 

cafes and restaurants in which to sit and appreciate the 

Cathedral’s impressive West Front. 

Explore beneath Exeter’s streets through a remarkable 

network of subterranean passages, constructed in 

medieval times to bring fresh drinking water into the city 

from springs outside the city walls. Exeter’s Underground 

Passages survive largely intact and can be visited on a 

guided tour – an experience not for the claustrophobic! 

Find out more about the history of Exeter on a free guided 

tour with the city’s prestigious Red Coat Guides. Tours run 

daily throughout the year and there is no need to book – 

just turn up. 

The city’s compact size makes it the perfect shopping 

destination – a great choice of shops can be found 

within easy walking distance from each other. Browse 

large department stores such as John Lewis in the main 

shopping areas of Princesshay and the High Street, 

or head to the Castle and West Quarters for quirky 

independents and vintage clothing, tucked away in 

interesting arcades. 

Head to the Quayside to watch the world go by from 

one of the waterside pubs or cafés, or hire a bike or 

canoe to explore the Exeter Ship Canal. The south west’s 

largest indoor climbing wall can also be found here, in the 

Quayside’s Old Electricity Building, providing a majestic 

arena in which to climb. 

Exeter’s position on the River Exe lead to great wealth 

in the 17th and 18th centuries, largely due to the woollen 

cloth trade. In 1680 the Custom House was constructed 

on the Quayside, a beautiful building renowned for its 

sweeping staircase and ornate plaster ceilings. Today it is a 

visitor centre, bringing the history of the Quayside to life. 

Exeter’s location surrounded by lush farmland and close to 

many miles of Devon coastline makes it a melting pot for 

top chefs to create gastronomic delights from fresh, local 

ingredients. The choice of eateries here is vast, putting it 

firmly on the map as one of the foodie capitals of South 

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HIGHLIGHTS 

28-29 April Toby Buckland’s Garden Festival 

28,30 April Exeter Festival of 

& 1 May 

SW Food & Drink 

13 May-17 Sep Sea Life Exhibition at RAMM 

18-20 May Devon County Show 

26 May Leo Sayer at the Corn Exchange 

3-4 June Exeter Respect Festival 

24 June Exeter Armed Forces Day 

24-25 June Showmasters Film & 

Comic Con, Westpoint 

1 July Let’s Rock Exeter at Powderham 

6-8 July Exeter Craft Festival 

8 July The City of Exeter Regatta 

15&16 July SW Rugby 7s at Sandy Park 

1-3 Sept Lockdown Festival at Powderham 

7-10 Sept Exeter Heritage Open Days 

9-24 Sept Devon Open Studios 

19 Nov-17 Dec Exeter Christmas Market 

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West England. A weekly farmer’s market sells field-fresh 

produce and regular street food markets provide the 

opportunity to try quality Devon meats and fish as a 

quick lunch stop. Head to the Cathedral Quarter for a 

traditional cream tea, or enjoy real ales and fine wines in 

historic pubs. 

Whatever your cultural tastes, Exeter will have 

something to offer. Catch professional touring 

theatre productions at the Exeter Northcott, quirky, 

underground performances at the Bike Shed Theatre 

and large scale festivals at nearby Powderham Castle, 

host to Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2016 with headliners 

Coldplay and Mumford & Sons. 

The city has a year round calendar of vibrant events, 

with the Exeter Festival of South West Food & Drink 

taking over Northernhay Gardens and Exeter Castle in 

April, a Craft Festival in July and a very atmospheric 

annual Christmas Market on Cathedral Green in 

November/December. Sporting events are also held 

in high regard here, with a trip to see the Exeter Chiefs 

rugby team in action not to be missed! Excellent road, 

rail and bus links from Exeter make it an ideal hub for 

exploring the rest of Devon. Go to www.visitexeter.com 

to start planning your visit. 

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1. Exeter Quayside by Tony Howell 

2. Cathedral Yard Dining 

by Tony Cobley 

3. Exeter Chiefs by Exeter Rugby 

Club & Pinnacle 

4. Cathedral Roof, Exeter 

5. Royal Albert Memorial Museum 

(RAMM) by Matt Austin 

6. Canoeing on Exeter Quayside 


7. Exeter Ford Street Market 


8. Ancient Worlds at RAMM 

9. Exe Estuary Trail 


10. Princesshay Street 

Entertainment 


NORTH DEVON & EXMOOR 

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North Devon 

& Exmoor 

the perfect 

holiday 

destination 

come rain or 

shine! 

North Devon is a coveted location in the summer. Enjoy 

the sunshine on beautiful beaches such as Woolacombe, 

Croyde, Westward Ho! and Saunton or take scenic walks 

along North Devon’s Tarka Trail. If you’re up for more of 

an adventure, explore Exmoor with idyllic views, beautiful 

valleys and stunning coastline that preserve historical 

features beautifully. If you’re looking for a festival to 

celebrate the surf culture, come along to the Gold Coast 

Oceanfest on 16th, 17th, 18th June 2017 or if you’d rather 

catch the waves yourself, check out Croyde Surf 

Academy that aims to teach people to surf regardless 

of age and ability. 

There are lots of amazing accommodation options no 

matter if you’re travelling alone, with your partner or 

as a family! The Imperial Hotel sits in the square on 

Barnstaple, close to Green Lanes Shopping Centre and 

other local shops. If you’re interested in the historical 

town of Lynton then Meadpool House provides gorgeous 

accommodation for families whilst enjoying views 

overlooking Exmoor National Park. Ready to brave the 

great outdoors? There are lots of camping options such 

as North Morte Farm in Woolacombe, Stowford Farm 

Meadows in Ilfracombe, Hartland Caravan and Camping 

Park and many, many more. Prefer a little more luxury? 

Award-winning Longlands in Combe Martin combines the 

camping experience with the comfort of a hotel. If you’d 

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prefer a Holiday Park with lots of facilities in the 

resort, there is also lots of places to choose from: 

Golden Bay Holiday Village in Westward Ho!, Ruda 

Holiday Park in Croyde, Golden Coast Holiday Park in 

Woolacombe to name but a few! 

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In the wetter weather (inevitable in the UK) there 

is still plenty to keep the family entertained in both 

North Devon and Exmoor. The Milky Way (Clovelly) 

and The Big Sheep (Abbotsham) are both 

award-winning inside attractions and extremely 

popular with all of the family. Barnstaple’s 

new facility, Air Extreme, has an impressive 40 

interconnected trampolines - a fantastic way for the 

kids (and adults) to burn energy and have fun too! 

Regardless of sun or rain, Devon is home to an array 

of traditional eatery’s that have delicious dishes 

on the menu! Enjoy a hearty meal overlooking 

Woolacombe Beach at The Red Barn. Perhaps tapas 

and cocktails are more your thing? Lilico’s Tapas 

Lounge & Bar provides a relaxing atmosphere, with 

live bands regularly performing. If you’re looking 

to embrace being in Devon with takeaway fish and 

chips then Squires Restaurant and Takeaway in 

Braunton is a favourite with the locals. 

Find out more about North Devon & Exmoor over at: 

www.northdevon.co.uk - where you can find more 

information about accommodation, things to do, 

places to eat and drink, and much more! 

4 

www.northdevon.co.uk 

1. Appledore from Instow 2. Woolacombe beach 

3. Clovelly harbour 4. Bideford 5. Exmoor heather 

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DEVON’S PROTECTED LANDSCAPES 

Devon’s 

Protected 

Internationally 

recognised for its 

unique geology, 

ecology and 

wildlife 

Landscapes 

Devon’s natural landscape is one of great beauty, with much of 

it internationally recognised for its unique geology, ecology and 

wildlife. With five Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, two 

UNESCO World Heritage Sites, a World Biosphere and a UNESCO 

Global Geopark, there is something for everyone. 

Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks are perhaps the most 

famously recognised landscapes, located in South and North 

Devon. Covering vast areas of Devon these wild landscapes have 

long been drawing in visitors for their wild beauty and far-reaching 

views. Whilst not far from each other, the sceneries of these two 

National Parks vary enormously. Exmoor sits on the spectacular 

North Devon coastline, with the highest sea cliffs in England 

offering dramatic views out to the Atlantic. It was designated 

Europe’s first International Dark Sky Reserve in 2011. Dartmoor 

is inland and larger, covering 368 square miles made up of open 

moorland, lofty granite tors, woodland and quiet villages. 

1 

Reaching to the heights of Dartmoor and Exmoor and via the sea 

to Lundy Island, the North Devon Biosphere Reserve is one of just 

six Biosphere Reserves in the UK. UNESCO recognised the diverse 

2 

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3 

4 

6 

visitdevon.co.uk 

5 

mix of stunning, high quality natural areas here, 

with over 60 Sites of Special Scientific Interest 

(SSSIs) now located within the Reserve. Explore 

and connect with the wide range of diverse 

natural beauty of the Biosphere on foot, by 

bike, via easy access routes and even with audio 

guided trails. 

The East Devon coastline is designated a 

UNESCO World Heritage Site in recognition of 

its geological significance. Known as the Jurassic 

Coast, it showcases perfectly the Earth’s history 

going back over 250 million years. Discover more 

about this fascinating coastline at the Seaton 

Jurassic visitor centre. Further south, the English 

Riviera has been designated a Global Geopark, 

in recognition of its rich geological, historical and 

cultural heritage. The highest concentration of 

Blue Flag beaches in England, combined with the 

English Rivera’s fantastically warm microclimate 

means there is plenty of opportunity to get out 

on the water and discover the incredible geology 

and marine life here. 

To find out more about exploring Devon’s 

protected landscapes, 

go to www.visitdevon.co.uk. 

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7 

9 10 

11 12 

1. Saunton Sands Dunes 

2. Jurassic Coast 

3. Surfing 

4. Dog Walking on the Tarka Trail 

5. Meeth Quarry Nature Reserve 

- Tarka Trail Guide 

6. Edge of the Biosphere near 

Dartmoor 

7. Horse Riding in Woolacombe 

North Devon 

8. Jurassic coast 

9. Wood Walkers 

10. Dartmoor - Bowermansnose 

11. Braunton Burrows 

12. Cattle on Bursden Moor 


EXMOOR NATIONAL PARK 

Exmoor 

National Park 

1 

STRADDLING THE BOUNDARY OF SOMERSET AND DEVON, EXMOOR NATIONAL PARK IS 

RECOGNISED AS ONE OF THE FINEST LANDSCAPES IN THE UK. 

Whether you are looking for a place to walk, 

followed by a drink in a country pub, adrenalin 

pumping activities or just somewhere to chill and 

admire the views – you’ll find plenty to enjoy in 

Exmoor National Park. 

Straddling the boundary of Somerset and Devon, 

Exmoor National Park is recognised as one of the 

finest landscapes in the UK. Its deep wooded 

valleys, high cliffs, wide open moorland and clear 

streams provide inspiration and enjoyment to both 

locals and visitors. The farms and villages that have 

developed over hundreds of years combine to 

create a rich landscape that belies the National 

Park’s relatively small size of 267 square miles 

(693 square kms). 

Exmoor is also an amazing place to marvel at the 

wonders of the night sky and in recognition of its 

dark skies and the work that the National Park is 

doing to keep them that way, Exmoor was 

designated Europe’s first International Dark Sky 

Reserve in autumn 2011. 

Exmoor National Park supports a fascinating variety 

of wildlife including herds of wild red deer and free 

living Exmoor ponies, rich lichen communities, rare 

fritillary butterflies, bats and other species 

uncommon in southern Britain. 

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Exmoor National Park Authority works with others to 

protect the special qualities of the National Park. It also 

provides a number of services from planning and 

conservation to high quality visitor information and 

maintaining Exmoor’s excellent network of 

waymarked footpaths and bridleways. 

2 

The amazing Lynmouth Pavilion is well worth a visit 

and is home to the National Park Centre. 

The Pavilion has a mix of high tech and more 

traditional exhibits with everything from a huge touch 

screen table and iPads to a traditional seaside photo 

board. There are also National Park Centres in Dulverton 

and the medieval village of Dunster with displays related 

to the local area – you can also hire a telescope to get an 

even better view of Exmoor’s starry skies. 

3 

For more information about what to see and do pick up 

a free copy of Exmoor 2017 from a National Park Centre 

or visit: www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk where there 

is more information and an events diary with hundreds 

of ideas of what to do on Exmoor. 

Go to www.visit-exmoor.co.uk to find Exmoor 

hotels, B&Bs and self-catering cottages plus check out 

60 Top Experiences to enjoy around Exmoor. 

4 

For all our 2017 Big Adventures 

and many more events visit 

www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk 

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5 

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1. Valley of Rocks 

2. Big Adventure Nutcombe 

3. Big Adventure Haddon Hill 

4. Stars above Dunkery Beacon by Adrian Cubitt 

5. Lynmouth Pavilion 

6. Lynmouth Seaside Safari 

7. Pony Running by Dan James/ENPA 

8. Lynmouth Harbour 

9. Lynmouth Pavilion 

All photos by Steve Guscott/ENPA unless stated 

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DEVON’S TOP ATTRACTIONS 

SWCP 

Hartland Point 

River Taw Estuary 

Hartland Point 

Hartland 

Hartland 

Lundy Island 

Lundy Island 

River Taw Estuary 

A39 

Clovelly 

1 

Clovelly 

1 

A39 

2 

2 

Westward Ho 

3 

Lee 

Mortehoe A361 

Croyde 

Woolacombe 

Saunton 

SWCP 

Westward Ho 

3 

Saunton A361 

Braunton 

Croyde 

SWCP 

A388 

Lee 

Mortehoe 

Woolacombe 

SWCP 

Instow Braunton 

A39 

SWCP 

Instow Bideford i 

A39 

Bideford i 

4 

A399 Combe Martin 

i Ilfracombe 

5 

A3123 

A399 Combe Martin 

i Ilfracombe 

Great i 

Torrington 

5 

A3123 

A39 

6 

Barnstaple 

Barnstaple i 

A377 

A39 

A377 

6 

i 

SWCP 

SWCP 

A361 

Tarka Trail 

A361 

7 

7 

Tarka rail link 

Tarka Trail 

A399 

A39 

A399 

A39 

9 

9 

Lynmouth i 

Lynton 

A39 

Lynmouth i 

Lynton 

A39 

EXMOOR 

EXMOOR 

2 MOORS WAY 

South i 

Molton 

2 MOORS WAY 

South i 

Molton 

SWCP 

A388 

Great i 

Tarka 

4 

Trail Torrington 

A386 

A3124 

Tarka rail link 

2 MOORS WAY 

i 

Tiverton 10 

Holsworthy i 

Key to Map 

Major roads - A classification 

Major roads - B classification 

Long Distance Footpath 

Areas of Outstanding Natural 

Beauty (AONB) 

National Parks 

Villages / small towns 

Area centres 

Holsworthy i 

Larger towns, showing 

approximate extent of built 

up area. 

Tourist Information Centres 

Tourist Attraction (colour shows 

type of attraction. See Key to 

Devon’s Top Attractions right). 

A388 

A388 

A361 

Mortehoe 

Braunton 

Barnstaple 

i 

A388 

A388 

0 

A30 

A3072 

A30 

A3072 

Milton Abbot 

i Tavistock 

Milton Abbot 

i Tavistock 

A390 

A390 

Tarka Trail 

31 

31 

i PLYMOUTH 

i PLYMOUTH 

River Tamar 

Estuary 

Lydford 

A386 

Hatherleigh 

Lydford 

A386 

A386 

Yelverton 

30 

A386 

Hatherleigh 

A3079 

A386 

Yelverton 

30 

39 

A3079 

A3124 

i Okehampton 

A386 

i Okehampton 

West Devon Way 


A386 



Princetown 

Newton Ferrers 

A3072 

Dartmoor Way 

2 MOORS WAY 

DARTMOOR 

Princetown 

i Plympton 

38 

A38 

A3072 

Dartmoor Way 

A379 i Ivybridge 

SWCP i Plympton 

38 

A38 

39 Wembury 

A379 

Newton Ferrers 

SWCP 

River Tamar 

Estuary 

Wembury 

Tarka Trail 

2 MOORS WAY 

DARTMOOR 

2 MOORS WAY 

2 MOORS WAY 

i Ivybridge 

Tarka Trail 

Chagford 

A381 

Chagford 

A382 

A30 

A382 

A377 

A3072 

Drewsteignton 

Moretonhampstead 

A382 


Dartmoor Way 

Widecombe in the Moor 

Hexworthy 

A377 

Morchard Bishop 

Drewsteignton 

Tedburn St Mary 

A382 

East Prawle 

A377 

Bovey Tracey 

Aveton A381 A3122 

Gifford 

Modbury 

36 

SWCP 

i Kingsbridge 

Slapton 

Bigbury Aveton 

Sea 

A381 

Bantham Gifford 

A379 

Thurlestone 

SWCP 

i Kingsbridge Torcross Slapton 

Bigbury on Sea A381 

Hope 

Bantham 

Thurlestone i Salcombe 

A379 

SWCP 

A381 

Torcross 

East Prawle 

Hope 

i Salcombe 

SWCP 

24 

23 

Widecombe in the Moor 

2 MOORS WAY 

25 

Dartmoor Way 

Bovey Tracey 

22 

i Crediton 

A30 

A38 

A380 

River Dart Estuary 

Start Point 

A3072 

A396 

i EXETER 

41 21 

C 

i Teignmouth i Dawlish 

Shaldon 

i Teignmouth A379 

A380 

SWCP 

35 

i Dartmouth 

i Brixham 

37 

SWCP 

35 

River i Dartmouth 

Estuary 

37 

11 

12 

EXETER 

41 21 

i 

Hexworthy 

Ashburton A383 

26 

Shaldon 27 

i Newton i 

Buckfastleigh 32 

TORQUAY 

A379 

Abbot A381 

33 

28 

A3022A380 

29 

A38 

26 34 

35 

27 

i TORQUAY 

Buckfastleigh 32 32A381 

28 

A385 

i Paignton 35 

A3022 

i Totnes A385 

29 

A38 

34 

35 

35 

32 

A385 

i Paignton 35 

i Totnes A385 

35 

i Brixham 

A381 

Modbury 

A377 

A3072 

A30 

24 

33 

23 

25 

i Ashburton 

Morchard Bishop 

Tedburn St Mary 

A3122 

22 

A383 

i Newton 

Abbot 

36 

i Crediton 

A30 

A38 

A380 

Start Point 

i Tiverton 11 

A3072 

i 

A3 

1 

1 

2 

i Dawlis 

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DEVON’S TOP ATTRACTIONS 

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Devon’s TOP Attractions 

ullompton 

96 

Cullompton 

2 

River Exe Estuary 

DEVON 

FREE 

road map 

beach guide 

& tide table 

A373 

T H E C O M P L E T E G U I D E T O 

2017 

www.devon top attractions.com 

A373 

13 

i Honiton 

A375 

East Devon Way 

Axminster 

i Honiton 

A373 

A358 

13 

A30 

i Ottery 

St Mary 

A375 

A3052 

Clyst St Mary 


14 A358 

19A30 

i Ottery 

40 15 

A3052 

i 

St Mary 

Seaton 

18 

i Sidmouth 

A3052 

Clyst St Mary 

Beer 


Branscombe 

19 16 

40 15 

14 

SWCP 

A3052 

i Seaton 

8 

i 

20 

Sidmouth 

Beer 

East i Devon Exmouth Way 

Otterton 

Branscombe 

16 

18 

i River Otter Estuary 

SWCP 

Budleigh 

0 SWCP 17 

i 

Salterton 

Exmouth Otterton 

h 

18 

i River Otter Estuary 

River Exe Budleigh 

SWCP 17 

Estuary 

Salterton 

A303 

A30 

A373 

A303 

A30 

Devon’s 

T O P 

Attractions 

Axminster 

Key to Devon’s Top Attractions 

Heritage, Houses & Gardens 

1. Clovelly Village ................................ EX39 5SY 

4. Dartington Crystal .......................... EX38 7AN 

6. Arlington Court ................................EX31 4LP 

10. Knightshayes .................................. EX16 7RQ 

12. Killerton House ..................................EX5 3LE 

16. Bicton Park Botanical Gardens ...........EX9 7BJ 

20. Powderham Castle ............................EX6 8JQ 

21. Exeter Cathedral ...................... ........EX1 1HS 

23. Castle Drogo ..................................... EX6 6PB 

26. Buckfast Abbey ...............................TQ11 0EE 

27. Bygones ............................................TQ1 4PR 

29. Kents Cavern ..................................... TQ1 2JF 

30. Buckland Abbey ..............................PL20 6EY 

31. Morwellham Quay ........................... PL19 8JL 

38. Saltram House ..................................PL7 1UH 

41. Royal Albert Memorial Museum ........ EX4 3RX 

Zoos, Aquariums & Animals 

7. Exmoor Zoo ................................... EX31 4SG 

39. National Marine Aquarium ................. PL4 0LF 

40. The Donkey Sanctuary .................... EX10 0NU 

Activity Centres 

33. River Dart Adventures ....................TQ13 7NP 

Theme Parks & Farms 

2. Milky Way ........................................ EX39 5RY 

3. The Big Sheep .................................EX39 5AP 

5. Watermouth Castle.......................... EX34 9SL 

9. Quince Honey Farm ........................EX36 3AZ 

13. Wildwood Escot ............................. EX11 1LU 

15. Pecorama ....................................... EX12 3NA 

17. World of Country Life ........................EX8 5BU 

19. Crealy Great Adventure Park .............EX5 1DR 

24. Miniature Pony Centre ....................TQ13 8RG 

28. Babbacombe Model Village ............ TQ1 3LA 

34. Pennywell Farm ............................... TQ11 0LT 

36. Woodlands Family Theme Park ........ TQ9 7DQ 

Beauty of Nature 

22. Canonteign Falls ................................EX6 7NT 

25. Becky Falls ..................................... TQ13 9UG 

37. Blackpool Sands ..............................TQ6 0RG 

Boats & Trains 

11. Devon Railway Centre .....................EX16 8RG 

14. Seaton Tramway ............................. EX12 2TB 

18. Stuart Line Cruises..............................EX8 1EJ 

32. South Devon Railway .....................TQ11 0DZ 

35. Dartmouth Steam Rail & River Boat ..TQ6 9BH 

Pick up your FREE copy 

or download from www.devon top attractions.com 


TOURIST INFORMATION 

Tourist Information Centres 

Devon has many Tourist 

Information Centres (TICs) 

whose staff have excellent local 

knowledge and are able to help 

and advise you about your visit 

to the county. Please see below: 

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4 

5 

1 2 


(Torquay, Brixham & Paignton) 

English Riviera Visitor Information 

t 0844 474 2233 

e holiday@englishriviera.co.uk 

PLYMOUTH 

Plymouth Mayflower TIC 

t 01752 306330 

e barbicantic@plymouth.gov.uk 

SOUTH DEVON 

Dartmouth 

t 01803 834224 

e holidays@discoverdartmouth.com 

Dawlish 

t 01626 215665 

e dawtic@teignbridge.gov.uk 

Kingsbridge 

t 01548 853195 

e info@hellokingsbridge.co.uk 

Modbury 

01548 830159 

e enquiries@modburytic.org.uk 

Newton Abbot 

t 01626 215667 

e natic@teignbridge.gov.uk 

Salcombe 

t 01548 843927 

e info@salcombeinformation.co.uk 

Shaldon 

t 01626 873723 

e info@shaldon-village.co.uk 

Teignmouth 

t 01626 215666 

e dawtic@teignbridge.gov.uk 

Totnes 

t 01803 863168 

e enquire@totnesinformation.co.uk 


Haytor 

t 01364 661520 


DARTMOOR & WEST DEVON 

Ashburton 

t 01364 653426 

e info@ashburton.org 

Bovey Tracey 

t 01626 832047 

e boveytraceyinfo@gmail.com 

Buckfastleigh 

t 01364 644522 

Ivybridge 

t 01752 897035 

e info@ivybridgewatermark.co.uk 


t 01647 440043 

e moretonvic@yahoo.co.uk 

EXETER, EAST DEVON 

& MID DEVON 

Axminster 

t 01297 34386 

e axminstertic@hotmail.co.uk 

Budleigh Salterton 

t 01395 445275 

e info@visitbudleigh.com 

Exeter 

t 01392 665700 

e evit@exeter.gov.uk 

Exmouth 

t 01395 830550 

e exmouthtouristinformation@gmail.com 

Honiton 

t 01404 43716 

e honitontic@btconnect.com 

Ottery St Mary 

t 01404 813964 

e info@otterytourism.org.uk 

Seaton 

t 01297 300390 

e info@seatonjurassic.org 

Sidmouth 

t 01395 516441 

e ticinfo@sidmouth.gov.uk 

1. Dartmoor, Cobblestone Tor 

2. Bowcombe Creek 3. English Riviera 

Tiverton 

4. High Street Sign 5. Ashclyst Postbridge 

t 01884 230878 

6. Exeter Estuary Trail 7. Exmouth t 01822 880272 

e tivertontic@tivertonmuseum.org.uk 

8. Exmoor signposting 9. Sidbury Harvest e visit@dartmoor.gov.uk 

10. Branscombe 11. Plymouth 

12. woodland Walkers 13. Aylesneare Princetown 

14. Cathedral Yard Dining 14. Heathfield t 01822 890414 

for more information please 


visit www.visitdevon.co.uk 

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TOURIST INFORMATION 

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8 

7 

9 

10 11 

12 13 

NORTH DEVON & 


Barnstaple 

t 01271 375000 

e barnstapletourist@gmail.com 

Bideford 

t 01237 477676 

e bidefordtic@torridge.gov.uk 

Braunton 

t 01271 816688 

e info@brauntontic.co.uk 

Combe Martin 

t 01271 889031 

e combemartinmuseum@gmail.com 

Dulverton 

t 01398 323841 

e npcdulverton@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk 

Dunster 

t 01643 821835 

e npcdunster@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk 

Exmoor National Park 

t 01398 323665 

e info@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk 

Great Torrington 

t 01805 626140 

e info@great-torrington.com 

Holsworthy 

t 01409 254185 

e vic@visitholsworthy.co.uk 

Ilfracombe 

t 01271 863001 

e info@visitilfracombe.co.uk 

Lynton & Lynmouth 

t 01598 752225 

e info@lyntourism.co.uk 

Minehead 

t 01643 702624 

e minehead.visitor@hotmail.com 

Porlock 

t 01643 863150 

e visit@porlock.co.uk 

South Molton 

Due to premises no longer being available, the Tourist 

Information Office has closed after September 30th. The 

promotion of the town and area is now conducted by the 

Town Council from the Amory Centre. 

t 01769 572501 

e jacqui.eaton@northdevon.gov.uk 

Woolacombe 

t 01271 870553 

e info@woolacombetourism.co.uk 

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ACTIVITIES IN DEVON 

1 

Activities 

in Devon 

In Devon 

we love the 

great outdoors 

and it’s easy 

to see why 

2 

The natural landscape here is one of diversity and breathtaking scenery. 

From a leisurely walk or cycle through tranquil countryside to exhilarating 

coastal adventures, there is something for everyone. 

Blow away the cobwebs on Dartmoor National Park, the ultimate outdoor 

playground! Hike between lofty granite tors and enjoy miles of traffic free 

cycling. Don’t mind getting wet?... the River Dart has some of the UK’s 

best mid-grade white water for canoeing and kayaking, or have a go at 

something new, like gorge scrambling or wild swimming. 

Devon is blessed with two dramatically different coastlines. The north 

coast bears the brunt of the Atlantic swells so you’ll find some of the best 

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4 

6 

5 

7 

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8 

9 10 

surfing beaches in the country here, whilst the south Devon 

waters of the English Channel are calmer, and ideal for 

swimming, boating and paddle boarding. For the 

ultimate adrenalin-rush, explore Devon’s rocky coastline on 

a coasteering expedition - scramble over rocks and jump 

from great heights into the sea to explore secluded deep 

sea caves! Join an experienced instructor from one of the 

many adventure centres operating on both coastlines. 

Back on dry-land, over 150 miles of National Cycle Network 

criss-cross the Devon countryside, so whatever your ability, 

one of the best ways to explore Devon has to be by bike. 

Follow the 26 mile purpose-built Exe Estuary Trail along 

the path of the River Exe as it winds its way from the city 

of Exeter through historic maritime towns and villages out 

to sea at Exmouth and Dawlish. Train and ferry links mean 

smaller sections of this mainly flat, family-friendly route can 

be easily explored. 

Mountain bikers can descend through Devon’s forests on 

hand crafted trails, such as those at Haldon Forest Park 

near Exeter, or tackle the challenging inclines and dramatic 

descents of Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks. 

With mile upon mile of wide open space in Devon, there 

are far too many activities to mention here, so go to 

www.visitdevon.co.uk to start planning your adventure. 

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visitdevon.co.uk 

1.Cycling on the Meldon Viaduct 2. Seaton Tramway 3. Kayaking, River Torridge 

4. Beer Tony Howell 5. River Dart 6. Bideford, Stephen Ring 

7. East Devon, Jenny Bowden 8. Easton Beacon 9. Dartmouth River 

10. Jurassic Coast near Branscombe, Tom Hurley 11. Train Nr Goodrington 

12. Ashclyst Tony Cobley 

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Rates: B&B PPPN £30 - £75 

Rates 

Hotels, guesthouses & B&B’s 

The minimum and maximum charge, either Per Room Per Night (PRPN) or by 

Per Person Per Night (PPPN). If PPPN for bed and breakfast and/or dinner, based on 

two people sharing a twin or double room. Single rooms may be more. 

Self Catering 

The rate for the smallest or only unit for one week, minimum and maximum. 

Camping and Caravanning 

The minimum and maximum for a tent or tourer with 2 people (pitch only). Also the 

minimum and maximum charge for one week in a static caravan or mobile home (Pitch 

price only. Electric hook up and awnings may be extra).*see prices notes. 

*Prices 

Price information in the adverts in this guide was checked by the advertisers at 

the time of going to print in January 2017. The prices quoted should be honoured 

by them for the duration of this guide (up to January 2018). Some alterations 

due to renovations or improvements in the quality of facilities may not have been 

anticipated at the time the adverts were placed. Prices quoted may also include 

several different quality grades ranging from standard to luxury, so please check 

charges with your accommodation provider at the time of booking. Once you have 

booked your accommodation, you will have entered into a legally binding contract so 

please check their cancellation policy carefully before requesting changes. 

Deposits 

Most operators will ask for a deposit when a reservation is being made. Some 

establishments may request payment in advance of arrival. 

Cancellation Insurance 

When you confirm a holiday booking, please bear in mind that you are entering into 

a legally binding contract, which entitles the proprietor to compensation, if you 

fail to take up the accommodation or depart earlier than planned. It’s always wise 

to arrange holiday insurance to cover you for cancellation and other unforeseen 

eventualities. If you have to alter tour travel plans, please advise the holiday 

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THE COLOURED PANELS INDICATE 

THE TYPE OF ACCOMMODATION: 

SELF CATERING 

SERVICES 

ATTRACTIONS 

DEVON SYMBOLS 

Accessible by public transport 

Internet access 

Wireless internet access 

DVD/VCR 

Satellite TV 

Baby sitting 

Children welcome (min. age) 

Family rooms available 

Cots available 

Highchair available 

Ground Floor bedrooms 

Lift 

Accessible Facilities 

Suitable for disabled 

Licensed 

Café/Restaurant on site 

Breakfast available 

Local produce served 

Special diets catered for 

Tea/coffee facilities in room 

Residents lounge 

Swimming pool (indoor) 

Swimming pool (outdoor) 

Entertainment 

Coastal location 

Spa facilities 

Conference facilities 

Garden/outdoor play area 

Pets by arrangement 

Private parking 

On street parking 

Special Breaks/Rates 

Coach parties 

Open for Christmas 

Open for New Year 

Credit cards accepted 

Euros accepted 

Foreign languages spoken 

Bed linen for hire 

Bed linen inclusive 

Laundry on site 

Refrigerator 

Washing machine in all/some units 

Microwave in some/all units 

Games room on site 

TV in some/all units 

Licensed bar on site 

Café/Restaurant on site 

 

 

Special diets catered for 

Shower/toilet block on site 

Shop on site 

Non Smoking 

Surfboard/wetsuit storage 

Green Tourism 

Business Accreditation 

Walkers Welcome (VisitEngland) 

Cyclists Welcome (VisitEngland) 

Walker Friendly 

(self-assessed) 

? Cyclist Friendly 

(self-assessed) 

ACCESSIBILITY RATINGS 

Ò Accessible to a person with sufficient 

mobility to climb a flight of steps 

Ú Accessible to a person with restricted 

walking ability 

Æ Accessible to a person who depends on the 

use of a wheelchair and transfers unaided to 

and from the wheelchair in a seated position 

» Accessible to a person who depends on the 

use of a wheelchair in a seated position. They 

can require personal / mechanical assistance to 

aid transfer 

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SERVICED ACCOMMODATION 

Stoke Canon 

B&B 

Culm Vale Country House, Stoke Canon, Exeter EX5 4EG 

Tel: 01392 841615 E: culmvale@hotmail.com 

www.culmvalecountryhouse.co.uk 

No. of rooms: 3 Ensuite: 1 | Open: All year 

Rates: B&B Room Rate from £50 - £70 Single Person £45 - £55 

Plymouth 

B&B 

Raleigh’s Style 1 Raleighs Stile, Hexton Hill Road, 

Plymouth PL9 9WA Tel: 01752 492232 

E: roddaviesofcornwall@yahoo.co.uk www.raleighstyle.co.uk 

 

No. of rooms: 3 Ensuite: 2 | Open: All year Rates: B&B PPPN £35 - £45 

Keith & Diana welcome you to Ingleside, situated in lovely secluded 

grounds away from traffic on the southern slope of Hollerday Hill. 

We have spectacular views overlooking Lynton Village, Station Hill and 

Summerhouse Hill. Lynton village centre is only a minutes walk from the 

house, with its restaurants, shops and famous Cliff Railway. As well as a 

walking centre Ingleside is a great base to tour from as we have our own 

secluded, level car park right next to the house. 

• B&B from £38 per person per night 

• All bedrooms have ensuites 

• Private level car park next to the house 

• Home cooked evening meals 

• Great guest reviews 

• Great walks direct from the door 

• South facing, ‘Sunniest spot in Lynton’ 

• Fantastic views 

• Free Wi-Fi access 

Further information is 

available on our website 

www.visitdevon.co.uk 

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Golden Coast Holiday Village 

Station Road, Woolacombe EX34 7HW 

Tel: 01271 872 305 

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to Britain’s best beach! Spectacular 

entertainment day and night, excellent 

all-weather facilities and loads of FREE 

activities. Superb selection of Caravan 

Holiday Homes, Lodges, camping and 

touring. Surfing simulator and more! 

Picturesque countryside retreat with 

stunning sea views next to Britain’s best 

beach! Recently redeveloped family 

entertainment centre, loads of FREE 

activities, superb Caravan Holiday 

Homes plus camping and touring. 

No. of units: 342 | Open: 10 Feb – 06 Nov 2017 

Rates: PUPW £209 – £2799 Caravans/Motor Caravans/Tents £11 - £82 

No. of units: 249 | Open: 24 Mar – 30 Oct 2017 

Rates: PUPW £199 - £1899 Caravans/Motor Caravans/Tents £10 - £79 

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Woolacombe Bay Holiday Village 

Sandy Lane, Woolacombe EX34 7AH 

Tel: 01271 872 305 



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Mortehoe, Station Road, Woolacombe EX34 7EH 

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Britain’s best beach! Massive £4 million 

investment in all-weather facilities and 

accommodation in 2016. Loads of 

FREE activities and entertainment plus 

a great choice of Caravan Holiday 

Homes, Surf Lodges with hot tubs, 

camping and touring. 

The perfect location with unforgettable 

views and a great choice of sea view 

all-weather pitches with immaculate 

facilities and cosy Farmhouses. There 

are FREE activities for all ages plus a 

professional golf course! 






SELF-CATERING ACCOMMODATION // COMPETITION 

Ilfracombe 

Self Catering 

Chadfield 

Chadfield House, 

8 Avenue Road 

Ilfracombe EX34 9AT 

Tel: 01271 866622 

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and historic harbour. Spacious apartment on 2 floor with 

large balcony. Dogs welcome. 

No. of units: 1 Sleeps: 4 Open: All year 

Rates: B&B PUPW from £400 

North Morte Farm Caravan 

& Camping Park 

Family run caravan park, adjoining National Trust land, only 

500 yards from Rockham Beach and set in some of the most 

spectacular countryside in the south-west. We have direct access 

to the south-west coast path and is only 5 minutes walk from the 

village of Mortehoe with pubs, shops and Post Office. 

• Mortehoe • Woolacombe • North Devon • EX34 7EG 

Tel: 01271 870381 Email: info@northmortefarm.co.uk 

www.northmortefarm.co.uk 

Plymouth 

Plymouth Backpackers Hotel 102, Union Street PL1 3HL 

Tel: 01752 213033 E: Plymouthbackpackershotel@gmail.com 

www.plymouthbackpackershotel.co.uk 

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Great 

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Beautiful 

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For the best prices 

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Come and see why 2 out of 3 

of our customers return! 

Dawlish Warren, 

South Devon 

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Little Torrington 

Self Catering 

Nr Newton Abbott 

Self Catering 

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Smytham Manor 

Smytham Manor Leisure, 

Little Torrington EX38 8PU 

Tel: 01805 622110 

E: info@smytham.co.uk 

www.smytham.co.uk 

 

A rural retreat in the heart of North Devon. Camping, 

caravanning, lodges, camping pods & holiday homes. 

Direct access to Tarka Trail. RHS Rosemoor close by. 

Easy reach of moors & beaches. 

No. of units: Touring Vans & Tents 30 Open: Mar - Nov 

Rates: Caravans & Motorhomes PPN £18-£30 Tents PPN £12.50 - £30 

Exeter Self Catering HHHH 

St Sidwells Town Houses A&B 2A & B, Oxford Road, 

EX4 6QU Tel: 07411 224321 E: culmvale@hotmail.com 

www.stsidwellstownhouse.co.uk 

Units: 2 Sleeps: 4 | Open: All year | Rates: PUPW £495 - £750 




Wooder Manor Holiday Homes 

Widecombe-In-The-Moor, South Devon TQ13 7TR 

Tel: 01364 621391 Email: woodermanor@gmail.com 

www.woodermanor.com 

Cottages, Coachhouse and ground floor converted stables nestled 

in picturesque valley - a patchwork of fields, hedgerows, stone 

walls, woodland moors & granite tors. Walking, cycling from the 

doorstep. Clean, well equipped, central heating. Sleeps 2-4, 4-6. 

Gardens, easy parking, bike storage. Resident owner. Widecombe 

village, cafés and pub level half mile. Short Breaks. 

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Rates: PUPW £350-£650 Short breaks available 


DEVON ATTRACTIONS 

House of Marbles 

Attractions 

The Old Pottery, Pottery Rd 

Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbot 

TQ13 9DS 

Tel: 01626 835285 

E: enquiries@houseofmarbles.com 

www.houseofmarbles.com 

House of Marbles sells quality toys, games 

and gifts. A working glass factory, daytime 

restaurant and museums of glass, games and 

pottery are also onsite. Free parking and entry. 

Devon Cycling Holidays 

9am - 5pm Mon-Sat, 10am - 5pm Sunday 

Guide & Self led Cycling Holiday Packages in glorious Devon 

Tel: 01392 271426 

E: info@devoncyclingholidays.co.uk 

www.devoncyclingholidays.co.uk 

8am until 8pm Mon-Sat, 10am-4pm Sun Open: All Year 

Barnstaple Pannier Market 

Pannier Market, Butchers Row, Barnstaple EX31 1BW 

Tel: 01271 379084 

E: pannier.market@northdevon.gov.uk 

www.northdevon.gov.uk/panniermarket 

Atrractions 

Atrractions 

9am-4pm Tues-Sat Open: All Year (& Mondays from April - Christmas) 

Castle Hill Gardens 

50 acres of privately owned 18th century gardens. 

A myriad of pathways leading to follies, statues and 

temples. River walk and panoramic views from the 

Castle. Youngsters and dogs on leads very welcome. 

Tearoom offering light lunches and delicious 

homemade cakes. 

Open daily except Saturdays 

11am to 5pm April – October 

Filleigh, Barnstaple EX32 0RQ 

Tel: 01598 760336 Ext1 

Email:gardens@castlehill-devon.com 

www.castlehilldevon.co.uk 

Café, Cycle Hire, 

Segways, Go Ape 

& much more... 

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...where memories are made 

Gorgeous cottages and contemporary apartments in 

stunning coastal and countryside locations throughout 

North Devon and Exmoor 

For more information call 01271 813777 

or visit www.marsdens.co.uk

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