Love Parks Week kicks off on 26th July and is the perfect time to get out and enjoy East Devon’s parks and gardens! Spending time outside in the region’s parks and gardens are a great way to get healthy, reduce stress and enjoy a free day out for the whole family!
East Devon is a great place to visit if you want to enjoy Love Parks Week – there is an abundance of green space to explore and to help you make the most of the week. In all, there are over 200 open spaces in the East Devon area, so that gives you plenty of choice!
To help narrow down the list, here are some of our favourite parks and gardens in the region.
Blackmore Gardens, Blackmore Lane, Sidmouth
Connaught Gardens, Peak Hill, Sidmouth
The Glen, Honiton
The Green, Station Road, Budleigh Salterton
Honiton Bottom, North Field, Honiton
Jubilee Park, Northview Road, Budleigh Salterton
Land of Canaan, Canaan Way, Ottery St Mary
Lime Kiln Picnic Site, Budleigh Salterton
Riverside Orchard, Seaton
Salters Meadow, The Byes, Sidmouth
Seafields Gardens, Seaton
If you do spend some time in one of the region’s parks, please be aware of other park users and respectful of their space. Some spaces are more suitable for things like games and activities than others, so take note of the amount of space and the landscaping. You can find details of local play areas, skate parks and outdoor gyms here
Dogs are allowed in the majority of green space, please follow any signage and be sure to keep your dog on a lead if the park is particularly busy and use the dog bins provided. Similarly, if you’re planning a picnic or stop off for some refreshments to enjoy while exploring, take all rubbish with you or use the bins provided.
Looking for suggestions for walking routes?
Why not follow one of the below!
