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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Saltram East Country Park Opens in Plymouth

Plymouth has a brand new green space to explore. Saltram East Country Park opened today, adding 32 hectares of fresh parkland to the National Trust estate and creating a beautiful new area for walking, cycling and wildlife spotting. This new area significantly expands the free‑to‑access countryside…

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Sir Francis Drake | One of Devon’s greatest residents

Devon has always had a strong maritime heritage, so it is no wonder that so many of Britain’s greatest seafarers have a connection with the county, including one of our most famous sailors: Sir Francis Drake. Privateer, politician, enemy of the Spanish, there are many parts of Drake’s long and…

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