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Visit Devon releases What's Hot 2010 guide
Read all about recent new openings and what to look for this year in Devon
Devon Celebrates Success in Tourism Excellence Awards
14 of Devon's tourism businesses have been recognised as the best in the South West in the prestigious South West Tourism Excellence Awards in association with E-Strategy and South West Water. A further 11 Devon based companies were revealed as finalists - more than any other county in the South West.
New Ferry Link between Wales and North Devon
The Severn Ferry Link, taking passengers between Swansea and Ilfracombe, will launch by Easter 2010, bringing the journey time between the two areas down from 3 hours to just 50 minutes. Two return services a day, rising to five at peak times, will bring visitors into North Devon where they can stay for day trips or overnight visits, or be taken by coach to destinations further afield.
Fox & Hounds chef Alex Pallatt named Chef of the Year
The Publican Food & Drink Awards 2009 have named Alex Pallatt, head chef of the Fox & Hounds Country Hotel, Chef of the Year 2009.
Lydford Gorge one of Britain's Best Autumn Walks according to the Daily Telegraph
The National Trust site in the heart of West Devon is steeped in breathtaking natural beauty as well as myth and legend. Ideal for putting on your walking boots and exploring with this circular woodland and riverside walk, taking in the 'White Lady' and the 'Devil's Cauldron'.
Find out more about Lydford Gorge
