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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Book a hotel stay in Sidmouth this Spring

With the town awash with daffodils and the weather warming up, it’s never a better time to head to Sidmouth for a short break, so we’ve compiled a list of some of our favourite hotels, allowing you a truly memorable stay. Wherever you look you’ll find incredible Georgian architecture and stunning…

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Great picnic spots in and around Sidmouth

As spring starts to take hold and the weather (hopefully!) starts to feel a little warmer, why not head outside and enjoy the spring flowers, the sound of bird song and the sight of frolicking lambs by dining al fresco? Sidmouth is a wonderful place to head with a picnic, there are incredible views…

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See Sidmouth’s beauty spots at the Sidmouth Wallspace

Sidmouth School of Art’s latest billboard artwork, Sidmouth Beauty Spots by artist David Bellingham, is currently being exhibited at the Wallspace public art gallery overlooking the Ham East carpark. The image unites the picture postcard and the cosmetic beauty spot, both things from another time…

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Top places to take photos in Sidmouth

If you’re following us on Instagram (and if not, why not!) you’ll know that Sidmouth is an incredibly picturesque place – with the beaches, the iconic red cliffs and the surrounding countryside – there’s plenty to inspire you here. To help you fill up your Instagram grids or to fill any empty frames…

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Get ready for Sidmouth Sea Fest 2024!

Sidmouth Sea Fest returns on 18 th May at The Ham, Sidmouth from 10am to 10.30pm, giving the whole community the chance to celebrate, protect the ocean and SEAS THE DAY with this year’s message about coming together to share, celebrate and nurture the area that we call home! Local groups, artists…

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Easter events across East Devon

With acres of countryside, a host of beautiful beaches and the iconic Jurassic Coast, there’s plenty to keep you entertained in East Devon this Easter. Whether you’re visiting for the bank holiday weekend or for the Easter holidays, here are some suggestions for keeping the whole family occupied…

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Create your own museum exhibits in Sidmouth this Easter

Sidmouth School of Art is hosting a series of one day workshops at Kennaway House from 9 th – 11 th April. The workshops will allow members of the public to create and curate a One Day Museum event, which will take place on 13 th April. The workshops are free to attend and are open to everybody to take…

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English Tourism week is back, so spend it in East Devon

With an abundance of countryside, the beautiful Jurassic Coast and a host of charming towns and villages, East Devon is a must visit destination all year around, but there are fewer places better suited to celebrating English Tourism, so make sure to plan a trip during English Tourism Week. What’s…

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Mother’s Day in Sidmouth

When it comes to finding somewhere special to take the mother figures in your life this Mother’s Day – look no further than Sidmouth. Not only is it picturesque and full of cute corners and beautiful views but there are plenty of things to do to keep you amused, whatever the weather. If you’re…

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