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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Visiting Honiton over the summer months? The town is known as the gateway to the west and is a great spot for anyone who wants to immerse themselves in nature. While you’re here, plan a day out exploring Honiton Bottom Nature Reserve – it’s only a mile from the town centre and is perfect for walks…
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If you’re looking for a summer destination where the whole family can get active and enjoy the great outdoors, why not head to Honiton? Known as the gateway to East Devon, Honiton is a convenient location for exploring the Blackdown Hills and the East Devon National Landscapes, which makes it a…
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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…
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As we’re fully in spring now and the weather is getting a bit brighter, there is never a better time to enjoy a picnic or two. Luckily, here in East Devon there are several beautiful picnic spots to enjoy, especially around Honiton which is surrounded by stunning countryside. If you’re planning to…
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With the abundance of countryside surrounding it, Honiton is a great place to visit in the Spring. You’ll be able to watch the new lambs, hear the birds singing and even see the spring flowers by exploring the Blackdown Hills and the surrounding countryside. If you’re planning to spend some time in…
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Heading to East Devon this spring? Make sure to see the best of the season with these spring walks around Honiton – perfect for getting to spot those incredible spring flowers which are starting to spring up everywhere. Whether you’re looking to head out now to find daffodils and snow drops, or you…
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February is here already which means that it will be spring in no time! If you want to see the seasons change while exploring Honiton and the wider East Devon area, here are some suggestions to help you spy the first inklings of spring, the changing plantlife and even the new birds, lambs and…
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A piece of pottery donated to a charity shop in Honiton has sold at auction for just under £10,000 – reaching a total of £9,800. The piece was described as an antique spoon warmer, which was popular during the Victorian era to keep serving spoons warm. It was discovered that the pottery was created…
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Honiton is famous for its lace, so much so that it was used to create Queen Victoria’s wedding gown. Were you aware of just how special Honiton lace is? Here’s everything you need to know. Honiton lace is a type of lace known as bobbin lace, which is made by braiding and twisting lengths of thread…
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