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  1. Axminster

Axminster

Axminster is just a few miles from the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site making it a great base for exploring the dramatic coastlines. It is a perfect choice for anyone looking to unwind and be at one with nature. Axminster is on the national rail line and makes getting to London and Exeter very easy. Basing yourself in Axminster, will give you great access to the counties of Devon and Dorset.

Hidden gem in East Devon

Axminster is a hidden gem within the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it is filled with traditional charm and character and is a wonderfully quaint town surrounded by unspoilt countryside.

A Tourist Information point is located in Silver Street and can supply guides to several interesting walks and trails around the town and there are plenty of comfortable cafes and restaurants to help you relax. You’ll also find the Axe Vale Festival of Gardening and Crafts every summer, which is the largest festival celebrating crafts and home-made gifts in the south west. Axminster is famous for its carpets and there are still remains of this business to be found in the museums and at Thomas Whitty House.

Other than art, there are plenty of other things to do when in the town. The museum shares the history and heritage, plus there are ancient woodlands and the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty to be explored.

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The town is also close to several National Trust areas, such as Loughwood Meeting House and Shute Barton which is said to have the largest fire place in England.  Also nearby is River Cottage HQ, home to a thriving cookery school and venue for unique dining experiences, and the very first River Cottage Kitchen can also be found in the town centre.

For those that are interested in keeping active you’ll find easy access to several cycle tracks, such as the Buzzard Route Cycle Track as well as the Stop Line Way, the name givien to a part of route 33 of the National Cycle Network, which passes thorugh Devon, Dorset and Somerset to link Seaton to Weston-super-Mare. The East Devon Way footpath is a very picturesque and the Axe Estuary is home to several interesting species of bird for anyone interested in bird watching.

  1. Places to Stay in Axminster
    Places to Stay in Axminster
    Being just a short distance from the Jurassic Coast, Axminster is a great base for exploring the East Devon region. With rail connections and plenty of attractions nearby, Axminster is a thriving town and is well worth looking at when choosing somewhere to stay.
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    What's On in Axminster
    As you might expect from a town with such beautiful surroundings, this is a town full of creatives and artists drawing inspiration from the world around them.
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    Food & Drink in Axminster
    Being the home of River Cottage and celebrity chef Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall, it’s no wonder that Axminster is famous for the quality of its food and drink.
  4. Things To Do in Axminster
    Things To Do in Axminster
    Located in East Devon where you have easy access to the Jurassic Coast and the many activities and attractions associated with the UNESCO World Heritage site, Axminster is a great destination for those that love history, heritage and being active.

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    If you are looking to enjoy 5 star luxury on your next holiday in Devon, then you simply have to consider Hawkchurch Resort & Spa.

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    We're delighted to introduce Jurassic Glamping, a new small-scale luxury campsite on our smallholding in East Devon.  With exceptional views over the Axe valley, you can…

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