Visit Devon Blog

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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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How to Make the Most of a Football Weekend in Devon

A football weekend in Devon can be about far more than the 90 minutes between kick-off and the final whistle. The county combines a growing football culture with beaches, historic towns, countryside and a food scene that gives supporters plenty to do before and after a match. For visitors travelling…

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The one thing people forget to pack for a Devon beach day

The list writes itself by about the third day of a Devon holiday. Windbreak, towels, sun cream, a cool bag with more in it than anyone will eat, buckets, a change of clothes for whoever ends up in the sea fully dressed. Most families get very good at this very quickly, and the boot of the car starts…

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Devon Takes Centre Stage in New Documentary Derek vs Derek

Devon’s countryside, farming communities and extraordinary wildlife are heading to cinema screens nationwide in a new feature-length documentary that promises humour, heart and plenty of spirited disagreement. Released in UK cinemas from 2 October 2026, Derek vs Derek follows two neighbouring Devon…

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Community Vote to Decide Final Awards

The expert panel has completed its work for the MyBiosphere 2026 Photo Competition, selecting a collection of images that capture the landscapes, wildlife, communities and special moments that make the North Devon UNESCO Biosphere unique. The selected photographs are on display at The Planetary Lab…

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Downsizing Before You Head to Devon: A Practical Checklist

Trading a city postcode for a Devon coastal cottage or a countryside cul-de-sac usually means one thing nobody looks forward to: sorting through years of accumulated belongings before completion day arrives. Whether you're moving from a three-bed London terrace into a smaller Devon home, clearing a…

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Planning a Relaxing Holiday in Devon

Devon is a special place, which you should visit at least once, especially if you are into beautiful coastal scenery, seaside villages, amazing food, and a good vibe (pretty much everything you would want from any holiday). If you plan on coming to Devon, then we must congratulate you, as you made a…

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Planning a Devon break? Sort your mail first

A good Devon holiday takes a surprising amount of arranging. Somewhere in that process the plans stop living in your head and start living in your email inbox, usually without anyone deciding that should happen. It works well enough until the morning you are standing outside an attraction trying to…

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