Visit Sidmouth Blog

Welcome to the Visit Sidmouth blog! 

Whether you are a first time visitor to the East Devon area 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. Here you'll find news and features from Visit Sidmouth and our partners at Visit Budleigh Salterton, Visit Seaton, Visit Ottery St Mary and Visit Honiton. 

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Enjoy classical music this year in Sidmouth

Sidmouth's Isca Ensemble Southwest, has unveiled its latest season of classical concerts, featuring three performances at Sidmouth Parish Church and two special chamber events. The orchestra, led by music director Roger Hendy, has consistently received high praise for its performances, often…

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Make a splash in Seaton in 2025

Getting out on the waves on a kayak, a paddle board, surf board or as part of a swim is a great way to experience the Jurassic Coast from a whole new perspective. Especially as you move around the coastline and see all the different cliffs, from the red cliffs in Sidmouth to the white ones that can…

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CODEX Digital & Print Young People’s Voice Project

A linked exhibition is on show at Sidmouth Wallspace and Sidmouth’s telephone box art spaces the Micro Museums of Contemporary Art and Antiquities. The CODEX Project is a collaboration with Sidmouth College students and Sidmouth School of Art, hosted by digital artist and teacher, Sam Eyre and…

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Dates for your diary in 2025

Already looking forward to the end of the dark and dreary winter months? Here are some of the biggest events taking place in the coming year around East Devon to add to your diaries. Sidmouth Sea Fest – 17 th May 2025 Sidmouth Jazz and blues Festival – 23 rd – 26 th May Pixie Day – June TBC Budleigh…

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2024 in pictures

Enjoy the beauty of Budleigh Salterton throughout 2024 with these snapshots from our Instagram. January February March April May June July August September October November December Looking back at a year in Budleigh Salterton is making us excited for 2025 - will you be visiting in the coming…

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24 facts about Seaton to round out 2024

A new year is on the horizon, so here are 24 fun facts you should know about Seaton before the end of 2024! Will you be visiting before the year is out? Find out what’s on here and plan your trip here. 1 – Across the world there are 16 different places all with the name Seaton – these places are…

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