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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GWR joins Tourism for All in promoting accessible travel

Tourism for All, the charity championing accessible holidays for disabled people in the UK, is excited to announce a new partnership with Great Western Railway (GWR). Tourism for All is an independent national charity that focuses on helping disabled travellers find holiday accommodation and things…

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Accessible routes across Dartmoor

We all know Dartmoor is an incredible place to get some fresh air – there are loads of walking routes, activity centres and more to enjoy and when we say there is something for everyone, we mean it – Dartmoor is home to a variety of accessible routes that are suitable for all. The Dartmoor National…

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Seaton beach made more accessible

A track has been built on Seaton Beach to allow wheelchair and mobility scooter users to more easily access the water. The project was delivered by Seaton Town Council, East Devon District Council and Devon County Council and the three authorities are now looking into additional funding to extend…

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Enjoy an accessible holiday in Devon this year

The last two years have made it difficult for us all to enjoy a holiday, even a staycation and even more so for those visitors with additional access needs. Now that restrictions have been lifted and the vaccine programme is in full effect, we are all starting to feel a little more confident to…

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Experience Torre Abbey with their new virtual tour

Torre Abbey in Torquay have just launched a new virtual tour of the site, which they hope will give people a taster of what to expect before they visit. The tour will also give those who may not be able to come to the Abbey in person a chance to experience the house and gardens as it allows viewers…

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