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Visit Devon Blog

Welcome to the Visit Devon blog! 

Whether you are a first time visitor to Devon or a resident, our blog is the perfect place to find top tips for travel around the county, ideas and inspiration for your stay and all the latest news. 

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Where to see the autumn colours in Devon

Look, we love the summer sun, taking dips in the sea and seeing the cliff tops against blue skies but there is something very special about being in Devon during the autumn months. The trees start to change colour, places like Dartmoor and Exmoor start to get a wonderfully spooky atmosphere and…

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Two Moors Festival starts on 5th October 26th September 2022

On Wednesday 5 th October, The Two Moors Festival will commence with the celebration of 150 th Anniversary of Ralph Vaughan Williams at Exeter Cathedral. From Pub to Pulpit has been described by The Times, The Observer and Gramophone Magazine as a “stand out” event in the celebrations marking Ralph…

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Five great villages to visit this autumn

We know we’re biased, but to us, Devon is one of those places that is picturesque whatever the season. In the summer, we have those lovely blue skies illuminating the cliffs of the Jurassic Coast or the rugged landscape of Dartmoor, in the spring we are overrun with new lambs in the fields and…

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British Art Show 9 – What will you make of it?

Image: Sin Wai Kin, A Dream of Wholeness in Parts (still), 2021 © the artist. Courtesy the artist, Chi-Wen Gallery, Taipei and Soft Opening, London. Produced by Chi-Wen Productions You’re invited to British Art Show 9 - the UK’s most ambitious touring exhibition of contemporary art! From 8 October…

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Sharpham Trust makes headlines!

Sharpham Trust’s wellness retreats have made the papers after being featured by the Daily Mail. Appearing online and in print, writer Liz Jones reviewed a silent retreat that she attended back in August. Jones spent time at Sharpham Trust’s silence where she experienced a complete digital detox and…

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Happy Halloween at Bear Town – All treats, no tricks!

Join us between Thursday 20 th October and Wednesday 2 nd November for a spooktacular visit to Bear Town! Alongside a fang-tastic two-hour play session, all children will be invited to take part in a Halloween hunt around the Town to locate the missing wicked bats! The Bat Hunt will take place 15…

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Have fun – whatever the weather!

Though you might think Devon is best enjoyed in the sunshine, there are actually a host of all weather and wet weather activities to keep you entertained as we get into the autumn and the higher chance of a wet day. If you’re planning a trip over the next few months, here are a couple of suggestions…

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River Dart Country Park Kid’s Zone Opens at Sandy Park

Devon’s multi-award-winning visitor attraction and campsite, River Dart Country Park, have opened a brand-new activities area at the home of professional rugby union club, Exeter Chiefs. Located at Sandy Park Stadium, the River Dart Country Park Kid’s Zone boasts a range of activities to enhance the…

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