While there are plenty of things to see and do while in Budleigh Salterton, one of our favourite activities is visiting the Pebblebed Heaths, a conservation area on the outskirts of the town. As one of the best loved conservation sites in Europe, a day out on the heaths is always something special…
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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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East Devon is a haven for people coming on holiday – with a host of wonderful walking routes and plenty of beaches where you’re welcome to walk with your pups, it’s an understandably popular place for dog friendly days out. To help you plan your dog friendly days out, our roving re-paw-ter, Chief…
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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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Ottery St Mary is a haven for people who love the natural world, not only is there a host of beautiful walks, but you’re close to some of the most picturesque spots in East Devon. One of the many perks of being somewhere with so much natural beauty is the amount of wildlife you can see, and those…
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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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It wasn’t just dinosaurs roaming around East Devon thousands of years ago – all manner of interesting creatures that no longer live in Britain called the Jurassic Coast and its surrounding areas home – including hippos! Yes, you read that right, hippos once lived in Britain. They lived in various…
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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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With families continuing to chose multi-generational holidays, Sidmouth’s 4-star Victorian landmark, the Victoria Hotel, is the perfect destination for a memorable family getaway where all ages are catered for. According to a survey by Legal and General of over 2,000 UK adults, 46% highlighted the…
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As the busy school holiday season winds down, East Devon is gearing up to offer visitors and locals alike an indulgent escape with a trip of exceptional festivals this September. The Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival, Taste East Devon Festival and Sidmouth and East Devon Walking Festival are…
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