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. 

Keep up to date with our latest blogs by following us on social media. 

New art exhibition: Your Town My Town

Sidmouth School of Art in association with Sidmouth Folk Festival has welcomed JJ Waller, artist and photographer, to Sidmouth for a special “snap shot in time” collaboration. JJ Waller is a celebrated British photographer known for his evocative street photography in seaside towns, like Brighton…

Read More

Stay safe in the water this summer

Planning a trip to Budleigh Salterton this summer? Well, there are plenty of things to keep you entertained during your visit, including days out on the beach! Whether you want to spend the day relaxing in the sunshine, looking at the interesting pebbles or want to get out on the waves, the most…

Read More

Popular dog walking routes in Honiton

Surrounded by rolling countryside as far as the eye can see, Honiton is the perfect destination for walkers of all ages and abilities, whether you’re looking for a gentle stroll or something more challenging. It is also a great place for dog walking, so if you’re staying nearby and are looking for…

Read More

Roberts under new management

The team at Roberts on Broad Street in Ottery St Mary have been celebrating two milestones recently. Firstly, the retirement of stalwart Ros, who has owned the store for years and then the reopening of Roberts under new management. Roberts have been an integral part of Ottery St Mary for…

Read More

Join us for Pixie Day!

If you’re planning a trip to Ottery St Mary this month, make sure to time it around 22 nd June for a chance to see one of the town’s best loved traditional events. Pixie Day is taking place on 22 nd June and whether you believe that pixies once lived in the town causing mischief or not, it is…

Read More

Award winning artwork exhibited on Sidmouth Wallspace

The piece, which won South West Art’s 2003 Summer School Competition, by artist Ann Nolan features the tranquillity of the River Axe looking towards the wetlands. Named Quiet Morning on the Rive Axe, has a limited gamut of colours and is painted in oil on linen. It captures the peacefulness of…

Read More

Visit Seaton’s most popular attraction this summer

If you’re in or around Seaton this summer, you’re in luck, not only do you have the incredible Jurassic Coast to explore, the beach to visit and a host of wonderful attractions, but you also have one of the most popular sites in the region right on the doorstep! Over the Easter holidays, a record…

Read More

Ideas for Father’s Day

Father’s Day will be here before we know it – falling on 16 th June, you’ll no doubt be overwhelmed with gift ideas, regardless of whether you are celebrating a father, grandfather, brother, uncle or anyone else who has provided love and support through your life. To help narrow down the options…

Read More

Harbour Hotel gets The Telegraph’s seal of approval

The Harbour Hotel in Sidmouth has been named the ‘best value spa hotel in Devon’ by the Telegraph, which praised its views, facilities and prices. In the article, the Telegraph said: “Attracting style conscious retirees, this contemporary East Devon seafront hotel has knockout views of the Regency…

Read More

Dine alfresco this National Picnic Week

It’s June which means summer is here and it’s the perfect time for enjoying the great outdoors and some amazing seasonal flavours. Lucky then that National Picnic Week is taking place from 15 th to 21 st June! National Picnic Week is an annual event which aims to provide tips, hotspots and a host of…

Read More