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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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The Box unveils a 2024 exhibition programme

The Box unveils a 2024 exhibition programme featuring significant partnerships with National Portrait Gallery, Tate, National Gallery and Imperial War Museums. The Box, Plymouth’s award-winning museum, art gallery and archive, has revealed an ambitious exhibition programme for 2024. It includes…

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Great winter walks across Devon

While Devon is delightful with the sun shining, there is something quite magical about a bracing winter walk, whether it is through the countryside or around the coastal routes. If you find yourself in Devon and want some suggestions of how to get out and enjoy the changing of the seasons, here are…

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Chagford named as one of Britain’s prettiest towns

Chagford on Dartmoor has been named as one of Britain’s best looking towns as part of research undertaken by The Telegraph. The Telegraph’s travel journalists ranked the towns in Britain based on the pleasantness of their shop fronts, historic architecture, low traffic, low litter, stunning views…

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Where to find Santa in Devon this Christmas

It’s almost time to dust off those elves and find shelves to hide them on, so it’s no wonder that Santa is making a couple of pit stops in Devon this month to get ahead of the rush! Why not kick start your Christmas festivities by taking the kids (and the dogs!) to Santa’s grotto so he can get a…

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Six reasons to plan a forest trip this winter

Between the famous coast and moorland of Devon lies Haldon Forest Park. The rolling green expanse of trees can be seen for miles around, tumbling across the magnificent Haldon Hills that rise above the surrounding landscape. There is something for every interest and fitness level at Haldon Forest…

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A night of celebration for Devon

Last night saw an evening of celebration in Torquay, at the Devon Tourism Awards! Held at the Riveria International Conference Centre in Torquay, the awards saw 73 trophies, created by Dartington Crystal, handed out to businesses from all over the county. Robin Barker, the organiser from Services…

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Get Christmas ready with Devon’s markets and events

We know, it’s only just turned from autumn into winter but the big day will be here before you know it, so why not jump right into the spirit by visiting some of Devon’s best loved markets and seasonal events? Wherever you are in the county, you’ll find a host of markets where you can enjoy a mulled…

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Classic Cottages maintains its Which? recommended status

Classic Cottages, the largest independent holiday letting agency in the UK has recently been labelled as a Which? UK Holiday Cottage Recommended Provider for the third consecutive year. Out of all the cottages recommended by Which? Classic Cottages was ranked second out of all holiday cottage…

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