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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Ottery Wins Big at Tourism Awards

On Thursday 23rd March, the winners of the Devon Tourism Awards descended upon the Eden Project for the South West England Tourism Excellence Awards. The annual event was the culmination of 12 months of entry, judging and feedback as nearly 300 winners, supporters and tourism leaders celebrated at…

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New exhibition 'Paradise Found' at THG

The newly-opened exhibition at Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG) features the work of 36 artists walking in the footsteps of the Camden Town Group. For a moment, the Blackdown Hills were the focus for a few avant-garde painters of the Camden Town Group. Their bold Post-Impressionist paintings, dating…

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Come to Sidmouth this Easter

Easter will be here before you know it and this year, why not make it about more than enjoying chocolate by spending the holiday in Sidmouth? With the beach, a host of attractions, the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the door step and loads of places to stay, Sidmouth is a great…

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Enjoy a walk through East Devon this spring

With lighter evenings and new flowers blooming, there has never been a better time to enjoy the beauty of East Devon, so why not grab your sturdy shoes and explore with these spring walks? There are plenty of lovely walking routes in and around Sidmouth – you can always head to the Byes or follow…

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Mother’s Day the Sidmouth way

It’s March which means Mother’s Day is almost here, if you celebrate, you might be looking for some ideas to make sure that the mother figure in your life has the best day she possibly can – so why not plan her a day out in Sidmouth? With an eclectic high street, plenty of eateries, beautiful…

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Three Walks to Help you Explore Seaton

With Spring on its way, there’s no better time to go out and explore the beauty of Seaton. Nestled along the Jurassic Coast and beside the East Devon AONB, discover East Devon’s Natural Capital. Ranging from beginner strolls to more hikes for the more experienced, find your perfect route. Seaton…

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Once Upon Ottery's Famous Poet

With March bringing World Book Day, there’s no better time to discuss Ottery St Mary’s famed poet, Samuel Taylor Coleridge. Coleridge, a co-founder of the Romantic Movement, penned many famous works throughout his lifetime, such as The Rime of the Ancient Mariner, Kubla Khan and Biographia…

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Watch Spring Bloom in Budleigh Salterton

With March here already, Spring is starting to bloom across Budleigh Salterton. Reconnect with nature as the seasons change before your eyes. Sat entirely within the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, there is no shortage of stunning sights and wildlife to discover. Whether you have a…

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Spend Mother's Day in Honiton

With Mother's Day fast approaching, you may be looking for the perfect way to treat your mother or maternal figure. Don’t worry, Honiton has everything you need to make the day special. With stunning surroundings, a hub of culture and laced in tradition, there are plenty of ways to shower your mum…

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