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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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Being car free in Devon

For a holiday where you truly get away from it all, leave the car at home and leave the lanes and country roads for the locals. Being car free is easy in Devon, with the extensive public transport network, you can easily leave the car behind, have a great time and cut your carbon footprint all at…

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Great rockpooling spots in South Devon

One of the best things to do when visiting the seaside is to go rockpooling – whatever your age, it is always fun to see what you can discover when the tide goes out and the best bit – it’s a completely free activity. If you’re in South Devon, there are loads of beaches and coves for you to explore…

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Half term ideas in Devon

Planning a trip to Devon for February half term? Wondering what to do to keep the kids entertained all day every day? Here’s some suggestions of great family friendly attractions to enjoy together this half term. For the family that likes a bit of adventure If you’re a family of thrill seekers…

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Discover Devon with these must visit attractions

With its two National Parks, glorious coastlines and diverse landscape, Devon is an endlessly fascinating county. There are plenty of opportunities to learn more about the region at the many stately homes, museums and heritage attractions that can be found around the county. Here are our suggestions…

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Visit Devon members dominate Devon Tourism Awards!

The Devon Tourism Awards have announced the finalists for the 2021/22 awards ahead of the prize giving ceremony, which will take place on 10 th March. 65 finalists have been announced as part of this year’s awards, covering the whole of Devon. As well as finding out whether they have been awarded…

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Oh My Cod! National Fish and Chip day is coming back!

The biggest food awareness day of the year, National Fish and Chip Day, is back for its 7th year! On Friday, 27th May 2022, a week before the nation prepares for a special four day Bank Holiday to mark the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, the nation will come together to celebrate another icon, and still…

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Places every Agatha Christie fan needs to visit

We’ve mentioned this a couple of times, but Devon was the birthplace of the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie – not only was she born in Torquay, but she based several of her novels in and around the county and even had her summer home built in the English Riviera. Greenway is now under the management…

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Where to find beautiful waterfalls in Devon

Devon really does have it all – glorious coastline, rolling countryside, an abundance of history and heritage and lots of natural beauty including waterfalls. In fact, one of them is actually the highest in the UK! Here are four beautiful waterfalls for you to discover while in Devon. Becky Falls…

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Where to find a cream tea in Devon

One of the best things about coming to Devon is the chance to enjoy a real Devonshire cream tea – there’s none of this jam first malarky, plenty of locally produced, thick, fresh cream and moreish home made scones. Devon has a lot of delicacies, but when it comes to the cream tea, we do it better…

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Things to do with the family this year in Devon

Summer might seem like an age away at this time of year, but it won’t be long before the school holidays start to roll around. Whether you’re planning a trip to Devon for the February half term, the Easter holidays or the summer, here are a couple of the things you can add to your itineraries. The…

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