Explore the Timeless Charm of Devon Devon, a county steeped in history, is home to ancient landmarks, medieval towns, and stunning heritage sites. From prehistoric settlements to grand castles, Devon offers visitors a unique opportunity to step back in time and explore its fascinating past. Whether…
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This year marks 250 years since the birth of novelist Jane Austen and while Devon is better known for being the home of Agatha Christie – she isn’t the only popular writer to have been inspired by the county. Jane Austen was born in Hampshire and spent most of her life there and in Bath, but she is…
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Devon is a county in southwest England that offers picturesque views of the beautiful countryside. Devon is famous for its dramatic coastlines, rolling countrysides, and charming villages which offer a glimpse into British life. One of the most underrated parts of travelling through Devon is…
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If you’re looking for a blood-curdling day out this Halloween, you’ve come to the right place. Devon is home to several spooky stories, from disembodied hands that attempt to swerve you off the road in Dartmoor to stories of ghostly goings-on at some of the county’s best-loved buildings. Buckland…
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Heritage Open Days Festival returns from 6 – 15 September 2024 National Trust places across the South West will take part Heritage Open Days provides everyone with free access to experiences and events across England at participating places England’s largest festival of history and culture…
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With half term coming up and the Summer holidays on the horizon, we thought we’d share some of the county’s oldest attractions and historic landmarks to add to your itineraries. Devon is a county steeped in history. With settlements across the county dating back to the Iron Age, the English Civil…
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On Thursday, June 6, the nation will come together to remember the tens of thousands of allied forces who gave service on D-Day eighty years ago and helped secure peace after the Second World War. Across the United Kingdom, Europe and the world, commemorations will be taking place to mark the 80 th…
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This month is going to be a pirate extravaganza in Devon! Don’t worry though, you won’t find anyone attempting to overthrow your boat and walk the plank, though it is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about Devon’s pirate history. Did you know that many of the famous pirates of yesteryear are…
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Dartmoor in the springtime is a magical place to be, from the new foals to the lambs frolicking around, it’s a lovely place to spend your time. There are a host of walking trails, businesses offering climbing sessions, tours and even traditions like Letterboxing, but one of our favourite reasons to…
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Devon is awash with literary connections, from Agatha Christie who was born in Torquay and kept a holiday home in the English Rivera to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle who used the wilds of Dartmoor as inspiration for the Hound of the Baskervilles – there are connections to our favourite books everywhere…
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