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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Sidmouth Music returns in October

Sidmouth Music concerts, bringing high quality chamber music and recitals to Sidmouth, will return on 15 th October, reinstating bookings originally planned during the pandemic and a host of other talented musicians. The first two concerts, starting on 15 th October, will be part of the programme…

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Don’t let the weather stop your fun!

Just because summer is coming to an end doesn’t mean you have to wait another year before coming to Sidmouth. If you’re worried about travelling to the coast in the autumn months because of the weather – don’t worry, there are plenty of ways to keep entertained over the next couple of months, even…

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Science Festival sets world record!

A world record for the longest functioning "tin can telephone line" has been set in Sidmouth as part of the town's Science Festival. On Saturday, Sidmouth Science Festival stretched a wire with a yoghurt pot at each end all the way from Connaught Gardens to Bedford Steps which is on the Esplanade -…

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Join the skate jam this weekend

This weekend head to Sidmouth Skate Park to take part in Sidmouth Skate Jam. Following on from a similar event a few months ago, Skate Jam is back from midday on September 10th with music, competitions, demos and of course, the chance to show off your skills with likeminded people. Find out more…

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Sidmouth Science Festival returns!

Sidmouth Science Festival returns this October from Friday 7 th until Sunday 16 th October with a host of fun events taking place across the town. Whatever element of science you’re interested in, you can find workshops, talks and activities covering several subjects suitable for a range of ages and…

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Long Park opens in Sidmouth

There’s even more fun to be had in Sidmouth over October half term now that the playpark at Long Park in Sidmouth has reopened. The park now features new equipment and benches are due to be installed in the next few weeks. Work is due to begin later this month on the park located on the Ham…

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Sidmouth roaring back after Covid

New figures have shown that Sidmouth is one of the strongest recovering towns in Devon, according to visitor figures from July. The research shows that Sidmouth, along with Kingsbridge in South Devon were strongest in terms of post Covid recovery after restrictions were lifted. The data indicates…

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New Tree Trail Walking Guide has been launched

Image of a rainbow over Salcombe Hill: Michael Ginsberg A new Tree Trail Walking Guide has been launched by the Sidmouth Arboretum covering Salcombe Hill and Salcombe Regis. Since its inception, Sidmouth Arboretum has launched a range of free walking guides, including an accessible Town Centre…

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Classic Cars are coming back to Sidmouth this September

Enjoy a day of classic cars and nostalgia on 17 th September at Sidmouth Cricket Club. Sidmouth Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Crash Box and Classic Car Club of Devon is returning to this beautiful coastal location from 11am until 4.30pm with free entries and a host of entertainment…

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Top things to do in Sidmouth

Just because the summer holidays are done and we’re heading into autumn doesn’t mean that the fun has to stop, there are plenty of things to see and do in Sidmouth and visiting at this time of year means less crowds and more opportunities to explore. Here is a selection of top things to do in…

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