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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East Devon's nature reserves stay open in lockdown

In response to the latest lockdown in England, East Devon Council have made the difficult decision to enact the following temporary changes to their operations across the region's nature reserves. The below is now in place until Sunday 28 February: Ten nature reserves remain open. Residents of East…

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A healthy dose of creativity from Thelma Hulbert Gallery!

Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG) has restructured their 2021 programme to bring art and nature lovers, gallery goers, artists and NHS and key workers some much-needed creativity to lift spirits at this challenging time. THG was ready to present a brand new year of exhibitions, workshops and art…

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Sidmouth Sea Fest returns

Sidmouth’s Sea Fest will return to the town this May with the theme of Kelp our Oceans. Sidmouth Sea Fest aims to celebrate and advocate the vibrant coastal community of the town and to encourage everyone to preserve this amazing marine landscape. The Festival works with local clubs, enterprises…

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Romantic things to do in Sidmouth

Please note, the UK is currently under a national lockdown, please do not travel. These suggestions are for future reference only. If you’re planning to come to Sidmouth for a romantic getaway either on Valentine’s Day or just to treat your loved one, here are a few suggestions for things to do…

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Some of our favourite shots of Sidmouth

If you’re anything like us, you’ll already be in awe of Sidmouth’s natural beauty, but as we’re currently under a UK wide lockdown and we won’t be able to experience Sidmouth’s incredible views for ourselves for a while, we thought we would share some of our favourite shots of Sidmouth from you guys…

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Reasons to come to Sidmouth in 2021

Please note, the UK is currently under a national lockdown, please do not travel. These suggestions are for future reference only. We would assume this photo would be enough but just in case it isn't... Sidmouth really is the jewel in Devon’s crown, but you don’t have to take our word for it, here…

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New Year New You in Sidmouth

Please note, the UK is currently under a national lockdown, please do not travel. These suggestions are for future reference only. 2020 was a trying time for us all, so if you feel like you need a relaxing way to start 2021, then here are a few suggestions of places to stay in Sidmouth where you…

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What to look forward to in Sidmouth in 2021

With everything that has happened in 2020, we’re sure you’re with us when we say that we’re looking forward to putting it behind us and getting back to a more normal way of life. Thankfully, the people of Sidmouth are here to help that happen – a number of the town’s best loved events have already…

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5 reasons to choose Sidmouth for your Christmas break

Whatever the season, Sidmouth is a joy to visit all year around. The town, like the rest of Devon, is currently in Tier 2, which allows overnight stays providing you stay within your support bubble or household group and for eateries, shops and other attractions to open with limited capacity and…

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Top places to visit during your stay in Sidmouth

If you’ve booked a stay in Sidmouth, you’ve already hit the jackpot when it comes to beautiful locations and plenty of activities, whatever the weather. Here are a few suggestions of places to visit while you’re in town. The South West Coast Path The whole path is over 600 miles long, so you won’t…

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