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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Get these dates in your diaries!

If you’re planning a trip to Sidmouth for October half term and beyond, there is plenty to get excited about from Christmas events to Halloween fun. Don’t miss out, get these dates in your diary now! Image: Donkey Sanctuary In October half term, the Donkey Sanctuary is hosting An Adorably Curious…

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Where to see the seasons change in Sidmouth

One of the best things about visiting Sidmouth and the surrounding area in the autumn is the chance to see the colours changing in the trees and the open areas of the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Here are some of our favourite places to see the golden and red leaves and the…

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Reasons to come to Sidmouth this autumn

Summer might be over, but that doesn’t mean that there’s nothing to do in Sidmouth! Just because the sun is hibernating doesn’t mean that the fun has to stop, here are five reasons why Sidmouth is just as fun in the autumn as it is in the summer! Dramatic views The Jurassic Coast looks incredible…

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Sidmouth Science Festival returns

The Science Festival is back for 2021, taking place from 8 th October until 17 th October. It is hoped that organisers can put on as normal a festival as possible, returning to in person events after having to take the festival online last year. A number of events and workshops will be taking place…

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Thelma Hulbert Gallery: New Art History talks prove popular

The first in THG’s series of talks this week was well received by art lovers. Join them at the Honiton gallery next week for a fascinating insight into UK landscape painting from past to present: 15 September, 10.00– 12.00 : Landscape tradition Explore Gainsborough’s ‘Mr and Mrs Andrews’, then…

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Sidmouth airshow a success!

Sidmouth Town Council is delighted to announce the success of the 2021 Sidmouth Airshow which is looking to be a record year for the event’s fundraising, even with monies from various sources, including car parks still being received. The Council wishes to thank residents and visitors for supporting…

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Top ten things to do in Sidmouth

If you’re taking a post summer break or looking forward to the October half term and need some inspiration, look no further than our top ten things to do when in Sidmouth. Explore the Jurassic Coast In Sidmouth we’re blessed with being right on the Jurassic Coast. This UNESCO World Heritage site has…

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Enjoy nine days of fabulous food and drink in East Devon

Taste East Devon is back for 2021, bringing a nine day food and drink festival like no other to the east Devon region. From the 11 th – 19 th September you can join in a series of events across the region where you can enjoy everything from brewery open days to farm visits, seafood tasting experiences…

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Shop until you drop in Sidmouth

While you will be drawn to Sidmouth because of the beautiful Regency buildings, the Jurassic Coast and the abundance of amazing food and drink, there is much more to this small town and it can be found in the high street. If you’re on the hunt for somewhere to exercise your credit card this summer…

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