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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Wild swimming in East Devon

When the weather is good, we all want a quick splash but if you’re not near a pool, you don’t have to miss out. East Devon is full of wonderful spots where you can enjoy some wild swimming, which is growing in popularity as a mindfulness activity, as well as being funny and giving you the chance to…

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Are you ready for Sidmouth Airshow?

Sidmouth Airshow has been a part of the town’s social calendar since the 1960s and continues to wow audiences today, with the next show scheduled for 26 th August 2022 – the perfect way to begin the bank holiday weekend. Kicking off at 5.15pm on Friday 26 th August, this year’s show will include a…

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Get a whole new view of the Jurassic Coast

This summer why not challenge yourself and learn a new skill by exploring the Jurassic Coast from the waves? Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned pro, there is plenty to keep you entertained here from paddleboarding to kayaking and lots more. Getting out on the waves on a kayak or board is also a…

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Are you ready for the Sidmouth Folk Festival?

Sidmouth Folk Festival returns on 29 th July and runs through to 5 th August and if you aren’t excited yet, here is everything we know about this year’s festival so far to get you in the festival spirit! For the uninitiated, the Sidmouth Folk Festival is a week long celebration of folk music in all…

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Sidmouth Air show: Resident Survey Reported

Sidmouth Air Show, featuring the Red Arrows, returned to Sidmouth by popular demand in 2015, having been part of Sidmouth’s calendar of events from the 1960s through to the early 2000s. As part of its ongoing commitment to ensuring that town events enjoy community involvement and support, Sidmouth…

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Family-friendly things to do this summer in Sidmouth

Are you bringing the family to Sidmouth over the next couple of months? If so, here are some suggestions of things to do while you in town. Sidmouth might be small, but it is mighty, there are plenty of events, activities and attractions to keep you entertained, no matter what your age! Come to one…

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Enjoy a summer of fun at Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary

Have a summer of adventure at Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary this school holiday with their two new activities. Open now is the sanctuary’s new play area, while an activity trail, which highlights all the work that goes into rehoming the resident donkeys, will launch in July. Located near the Kitchen…

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Summer holiday club: two weeks of outdoor fun

Seaton Wetlands' holiday club for children is now open for bookings. It runs for two weeks from Monday 1st August until Friday 5th August, and again on Monday 15th August until Friday 19th August. Led by our experienced Education Ranger Penny, your child will explore the wetlands and learn about…

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