Visit Sidmouth Blog

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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. 

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Sea Fest Marine and Green and Sea Spots Amplified

Sidmouth Sea Fest is ready to kick-off Sidmouth’s vibrant festival season once again with the Sea Fest Party on Friday 15 th May from 4pm to 11pm – this ticketed event raises funds to help cover the costs of the Free Family Day on Saturday 16 th May 10am to 11.30pm. For the second year the event will…

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Where to Stay During Jazz Festival Weekend in Sidmouth

Planning your stay for the jazz festival weekend in Sidmouth is all part of the experience. With the town coming alive with music, atmosphere and visitors from near and far, choosing the right place to stay ensures you can make the most of every moment, from daytime performances to evening events…

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Are You Ready for Sidmouth Sea Fest 2026?

Sidmouth Sea Fest 2026 is back and bigger than ever. Taking place from 15–16 May 2026 in Connaught Gardens, this homegrown coastal celebration combines music, creativity and community spirit to create one of the most meaningful festivals on the Devon events calendar. If you are planning to visit…

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What’s coming to the Seafront in 2026

Sidmouth’s seafront and town centre will be buzzing with exciting events in 2026. From music festivals to community celebrations and classic car shows, there is something for every visitor to look forward to. Planning your trip around these highlights will help you make the most of a visit to one of…

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Countdown to Sidmouth Regatta & Airshow

Excitement is building ahead of Sidmouth Regatta which runs from Friday 22 to Sunday 24 August and a new Airshow Grand Prize Draw has been announced by organisers. The Grand Prize Draw gives show goers a chance to win an incredible 3 hour Flight Simulator Experience for three, VIP Tickets for two at…

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A trio of exhibitions celebrates Sidmouth’s Folk Festival

Sidmouth Wallspace is now showing “May Day Madness” by Kyle Baker, and a new photographic exhibition “A Sidmouth Folk Festival Portrait” is set to open at the weekend in the Riverside Artspace in the Sensory Garden, with the twin Market Square telephone box micro museums simultaneously hosting…

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VE Day 80th Anniversary Commemorations on 8 May 2025

On Thursday 8 May, the nation will come together to commemorate the end of the Second World War in Europe. The 80th anniversary of VE Day is a time for a nation to come together to learn about the stories of those that served, from the servicemen who fought, to children who were evacuated, and women…

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