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Visit Devon Blog

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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Bright and beautiful breaks in Brixham

Brixham is a charming coastal town located in Devon, England. Known for its picturesque harbour, bustling tourism trade, vibrant fishing industry, and stunning natural beauty, Brixham offers numerous opportunities for bright and beautiful breaks. While staying with Port Properties, here are some…

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14 Devon beaches given Blue Flag status

This year, Devon has received 14 Blue Flag awards for its beaches. The Blue Flag is only presented to well managed beaches with high standards of safety, cleanliness and management. Here are the beaches awarded the Blue Flag for 2023 Blackpool Sands Westward Ho! Seaton Sidmouth Town Beach Exmouth…

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Great seaside resorts to visit this summer

Spring is here which means it’s the perfect time for planning ahead to your summer getaways. This summer, why not book a trip to the seaside? In Devon, there are a huge number of incredible seaside resorts all over the county offering everything from cute cottages, dog friendly apartments, luxury…

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Overlooked beaches to visit in South Devon

You all know that South Devon is full of incredible beaches, but some of the best ones are those that are often overlooked because of their size or because they have been overshadowed by those located in better known areas of the county. Here are a couple that we think you should visit, especially…

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A Beach Clean with Visit South Devon

Last month Visit South Devon was invited to take part in a beach clean hosted by The Devon Concierge Club. The event was in collaboration with the 2 Minute Foundation, a fantastic charity who believe that simple acts can lead to a big difference. Their aim is to see a world without plastic litter…

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Devon’s best beaches to visit this winter

With an abundance of beaches, you’re never too far away from one when you visit Devon. Typically, we think of the height of summer when it comes to planning a trip to the coast, but it doesn’t have to be that way. At this time of year, the beaches are dramatic, have even better surfing conditions…

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The best beaches to visit this autumn

Visiting the beach in the autumn is perfect if you want to experience Devon’s coastlines without having to fight your way to the seafront. If you love the beach but don’t love crowds, visiting once the summer rush is over is a great option – this time of year still benefits from warm weather but a…

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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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Where to go rockpooling in Devon

With rising costs, you’ll be likely looking for cheap or free things to do while in Devon this summer. Luckily with the abundance of outdoor areas, free attractions and fun things to do, it’s something that is quite easy to do. One of our favourite activities that won’t break the bank is…

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