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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Great local walks for the winter season

Honiton is a haven for those who love a walking holiday. Not only do you have the Jurassic Coast a stone’s throw away with its array of coastal walks, but there are also the Blackdown Hills and the Pebblebed Heaths on the doorstep, as well as a host of other wonderful routes, perfect for a winter…

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Gabrielle to headline Sidmouth Jazz and Blues Festival

Acclaimed British singer, Gabrielle will headline the 2025 Sidmouth International Jazz and Blues Festival, taking place in May next year. Gabrielle will take to the stage on Saturday, 24 th May at the festival’s main outdoor stage in Blackmore Gardens. Gabrielle, known for her distinctive voice, has…

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Christmas markets and events in East Devon

Get into the festive spirit in East Devon over the next few months with a host of Christmas markets and events! Don’t miss out, get these dates in your diaries today! Christmas Artisan Craft Fair Budleigh Salterton Croquet Club 16 th Nov 10 am – 4pm Budleigh Winter Treat Budleigh Public Hall 12.30pm…

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Festive events across East Devon

With the Christmas season nearly here, there is no better time to get into the spirit! With that in mind, here is a round-up of some of the festivities you can enjoy across East Devon. Events in Seaton Polar Express Tram Ride at Seaton Tramway 23 rd Nov – 24 th Dec The Polar Express is coming to…

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Sidmouth Christmas Lights Switch On

Sidmouth’s annual Christmas Lights Switch On event is Saturday, 16th November in the Market Place and Sidmouth Town Council is once again providing the festive display along the streets. This year, Sidmouth Chamber of Commerce is also combining its Late Night Shopping event on the same evening so…

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Get into the Christmas spirit in Sidmouth

Follow Elton’s lead and step into Christmas in Sidmouth with the annual Late Night Shopping event and Light Switch on, both happening on the 16 th November In recent years, the two events are hosted on different days, but for 2024, they are being combined to make one large Christmas themed event to…

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Where to see the changing seasons near Honiton

If you are a fan of autumn, there are plenty of places to see the season take hold in and around Honiton. With a host of nature reserves, woodlands and places like the East Devon Way, the Pebblebed Heath, the Blackdown Hills and nearby places to join the South West Coast Path, there is no shortage…

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Reminders of summer in Seaton

While we’re biased when we say we like to visit Seaton all year around, there is something quite special about visiting in the summer months, when you can have days out splashing in the sea, enjoying the colourful flowers and exploring the Seaton Wetlands. Just because the summer has come to an end…

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