While fireworks are more often associated with Bon Fire Night and wintery nights stood in fields, in Plymouth, they’re also a regular summer occurrence, with the National Fireworks Championships taking place at the waterfront once again this August. The event, one of the biggest in Plymouth’s…
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A seal, named Windo by locals, has become a local celebrity after taking up residence on an upturned boat in Dartmouth. So many people came along to photograph him sunbathing on the inflatable, he had to temporarily abandon his perch to get away from them, but he kept returning once the crowds died…
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Devon Day is almost upon us once again, at Visit Devon we’ve got lots of great things going on to celebrate, so keep an eye on our social media accounts to win some truly amazing Devon themed prizes! We like to spoil you guys though, so here are a few ideas of what you can do to celebrate the…
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We might be biased, but we think everyone should come to Devon at least once in their lives. With the wide range of coastal views, the two National Parks, beautiful places to stay, hundreds of top attractions suitable for the whole family and adventures for everyone to enjoy. There are so many…
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Look, this wasn’t easy, but we’ve narrowed down just five of Devon’s towns and villages to offer you some suggestions of places to visit while you’re in the county. Devon is full of beautiful places to visit and stay and is home to some of the most charming towns and villages in the UK, so this is…
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The Sutton Harbour lock footbridge reopened over the Easter bank holiday weekend after being shut for over a year and a half after the bearing broke meaning that Sutton Harbour is now easily accessible again. The footbridge was fitted over 20 years ago as part of the installation of the Sutton…
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Sidmouth is a regency town on the Jurassic Coast and has a multitude of sporting and leisure activities, as well as annual events, historical places of interest, shops and beaches, it’s the perfect place to spend a few days, but if you only have 24 hours, here are some must see areas of the town…
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Now the weather is getting warmer and the nights are getting lighter, it is the perfect time to start exploring some of the walking trails in Devon, whether you’re looking for something challenging or just a gentle wander around some beautiful scenery, you’ll find somewhere that suits you. We…
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History fans will want to head to Devon this May to celebrate Local and Community History Month, a month long event that marks local history across the UK. All over the country you’ll find all sorts of fun things going on to commemorate important historical events, but as Devon still has the largest…
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The popular south Devon destination, Burgh Island, which is accessible by sea tractor during high tide is celebrating 50 years of its iconic transportation system. The sea tractor serves as a nostalgic way of travelling between the mainland and the island with its art deco style hotel. Originally…
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