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Welcome to Sidmouth – a place that is easy to find and hard to leave. 

Hidden in plain view along the beautiful Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sidmouth is a seaside town like no other. Sitting along an impressive coastline and surrounded by spectacular countryside and Blue Flag award winning beaches, Sidmouth allows you to  enjoy the best of both worlds, with everything you can expect from a beach holiday as well as having a rural feel and a real community atmosphere.

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Sidmouth

Hidden in plain view along the beautiful Jurassic Coast, Sidmouth is a seaside town like no other.

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Explore Sidmouth before you visit

Explore Sidmouth from the comfort of your own home with our 360° virtual tour. Spend some time at the beach, discover the Byes and climb Jacob's Ladder. Visit a host of shops, stop by the hotels and enjoy the beauty of the Jurassic Coast all before you visit! 

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Our highlights

'A town caught still in a timeless charm'Sidmouth Anchor

Poet Laureate, John Betjeman, chose those words to describe Sidmouth after being captivated by its beautiful gardensleisurely walks, clean beaches and Regency history. This lovely seaside town is nestled beneath majestic red cliffs, which, along with the green hills of the Sid Valley, will captivate you too.  

Sidmouth really is a town like no other, located in East Devon and full of friendly faces and beautiful scenery, it is no wonder that Sidmouth is a firm favourite among families and tourists looking for a seaside resort. The dramatic cliffs, fresh sea air and the abundance of attractions makes it a wonderful place to recharge the batteries. It’s the kind of town where you can do everything or nothing at all, you can make a splash by taking on some watersports, savour a cream tea or two at one of the town’s many hotels and cafes, spend some time exploring the South West Coast Path or discover a new passion at one Sidmouth’s regular festivals.  

 

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The resort with royal approval Sidmouth Sea Sun

Sidmouth has been a favourite among families looking for a beach holiday since Queen Victoria was a child. She, like many of us, spent several of her childhood holidays enjoying the sun and sand at this charming location in East Devon. This is just one of the town’s many royal connections. Queen Victoria’s love affair with Sidmouth continued throughout her life and reign and the beautiful Connaught Gardens are named for her son, the Duke of Connaught.  

The Connaught Gardens are one of the town’s highlights, along with the seafront, Jacob’s Ladder and the regular events and festivals that take place all year around. These along with Sidmouth’s location, the grand Regency style hotelsstylish eateries and bustling town centre is why it is such a popular destination.  

Not so hidden treasure Sidmouth bucket and spade

Sidmouth is young at heart, but walking through the town feels like a trip back in time, offering an endearing and quintessential West Country charm.

Sidmouth’s beach is the perfect spot for sun catching, rockpooling, swimming and playing, it’s a safe coastal area to explore and the beautiful surroundings make it a wonderful place to visit all year around whatever the weather.  

Being next to East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Sidmouth is incredibly scenic and is ideal for anyone who loves being outside and enjoying the natural world, whether that is walkingcycling, hiking or photographing the region you’ll find plenty of exciting places to explore. 

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Enjoy lunch out in Sidmouth this Autumn

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September is a great time for foodies, it is the season when things start moving from summer into autumn and with it, you get a whole host of new flavours and dishes. That’s why it’s a great time to visit some of Sidmouth’s restaurants, so you can enjoy the final taste of summer, while also sampling…

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Days out in Sidmouth with friends

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This autumn, grab your friends and enjoy a day out in Sidmouth. Now the kids are back to school, the adults can come out and play, so why not plan some time out with your friends at the coast? If you’re tempted by a day out full of fun and perhaps, a cheeky fish and chips by the sea, here are our…

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Where to stay for empty nesters

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Now that the school holidays are over, it’s the perfect time for empty nesters to head out and enjoy the Jurassic Coast before the autumn and winter months really set in. Across Sidmouth there are some lovely places to stay, from grand Regency hotels to cute, cosy cottages perfect a couple’s…

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Project to make Sidmouth Beach more accessible launched

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A fundraising campaign has been launched to help make the beach at Sidmouth more accessible to visitors using mobility aids or pushchairs. The Chit Rocks Beach project aims to install an access ramp at the Chit Rocks area of the beach, located between Jacobs’ Ladder and the Esplanade. The ramp would…

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7 Reasons to visit Sidmouth Science Festival

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Sidmouth Science Festival returns from Friday 4th until Sunday 13th October for a fun and educational week with events ranging from hands-on activities to serious talks plus a visit, walks and a film screening: in fact there are events for all ages and abilities and most of them are free. 1) Become…

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