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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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Enjoy a relaxing start to the year in Devon

As 2021 draws to a close, make sure to start the new year right by indulging in a little R and R at one of the county’s beautiful spa hotels – the perfect way to ensure a calming and relaxing transition into 2022. Whether you want something modern and classy or something indulgent and extravagant…

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What to look forward to in Devon in 2022

There are big events taking place throughout the year in Devon and we’ve already added all our favourite annual events to our calendars for 2022. Here’s a suggestion of what’s on in 2022 for you to get excited about in the coming year. British Firework Championships Where: Plymouth When: August…

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Christmas Markets in Devon

Get into the Christmas spirit and grab those last minute gifts with these Christmas markets in Devon. Christmas Party Sale Event at China Blue Where: China Blue, Totnes When: 2 nd December Plymouth Christmas Market Where: Plymouth When: 2 nd -19 th December Late Night Shopping in Sidmouth Where:…

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5 hidden gems for you to explore in 2022

As we look forward to the new year and all those fun trips to Devon that you have planned, we thought we’d let you into a little secret and share some of the best hidden gems the county has to offer. Just make sure not to tell anyone else! Start Point Lighthouse Ok, Start Point is hardly a hidden…

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Devon’s Christmas traditions

There are several strange traditions that take place in the West Country, specifically in Devon. Events like Tar Barrel Rolling, Pixie Day, Worm Charming… Devon is a haven for unique celebrations and of course, the Christmas period is no exception! Read on to find out more about the Christmas…

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Buckfast Abbey’s popular Christmas Market returns

Buckfast Abbey, in South Devon, has this week announced the line-up for its first Christmas Market in over two years. Taking place on Saturday 11 th (10am-5.30pm) and Sunday 12 th December (12.30-5.30pm), the market features more than 40 independent stalls ranging from crafts to local artisan food and…

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10 of our favourite winter walks

While you might associate Devon with summer holidays, it is equally as beautiful in the winter and with its bracing coastal walks, wintery woodlands and atmospheric countryside, it is the best county for walking holidays – whatever the season! If you fancy getting out and about this winter, take a…

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5 of Devon’s weirdest place names

We all know Torquay, Exeter and Ilfracombe, but what about these towns and villages in Devon? We’ve compiled a list of five of the weirdest place names you can find in Devon – have you been to any of these places? Black Dog Black Dog is a small village in the Mid Devon region. Aside from having an…

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Top places to stay for a walking holiday in Devon

One of the best ways to explore Devon’s beauty is on foot, so to give you the chance to see some of the sights that aren’t as easily spotted by road, train or boat, we’ve compiled a list of some of the best places in Devon to stay if you want a walking holiday, complete with some of most popular and…

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The best places for crabbing in South Devon

Holidays on the British coast just aren’t the same without the age old tradition of crabbing. You’ll find that there are little shops selling crab lines all along the coast, so grab a couple of see what you can find! Just make sure to put anything you catch back where you find it and to leave the…

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