Shopping & Services
With its beautiful beaches and place along the Jurassic Coast there are plenty of reasons to visit Budleigh Salterton, including its shopping opportunities. When it comes to shopping, the town is great for bibliophiles, especially with the annual Literary Festival but if you're not bookishly inclined, there are plenty of other chances to exercise your credit card here.
Where to shop in Budleigh Salterton
The high street features everything from big brand shops to unique, independent stores. Whether you’re looking for local crafts, unique gift ideas, books, homeware or clothes and accessories, you’ll find it all here. From familiar names to local hand-made gifts and produce, the items on sale is as diverse as the town itself. High Street chains can be found dotted throughout the town between independent stores, allowing you to find all your favourite brands and anything else that you might need.
If you want something a little bit different, shy away from the high street and check out Sidmouth’s independent retailers, you’ll find unique clothes, jewellery and gifts that you just won’t find anywhere else. From cute boutique stores to shops selling items from local designers, you can find the very best in alternative products. If you want high street brands though, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to pick up a brand name bargain or two from familiar names.
Being in Budleigh means you can easily other shops and shopping centres in the wider East Devon area, places such as Seaton and Beer are only a few miles away and have their own range of high street and independent stores for you to seek out the perfect holiday gifts for those back home.
Find local produce in Budleigh Salterton
The local producers in East Devon are known for the quality of their locally produced food and drink which you can easily find at regular farmers’ markets and the region’s delis and farm shops, where you can find local organic vegetables, dairy produce, locally caught fish and home reared meat, as well as locally brewed cider, beer and wines and spirits distilled right here in East Devon.
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Enjoy our Budleigh Salterton blog where we are sure you will find something to inspire you to visit.
A guide to rockpooling in East Devon
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Rockpooling is one of our favourite activities at this time of year when the beach is quieter. It’s a great way to learn about the UK’s marine wildlife and it’s a great way to get out and about without breaking the bank. All you need is a bucket and a bit of curiosity! Here’s our guide to…
Learn MoreEnjoy autumn on the Pebblebed Heaths
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While there are plenty of things to see and do while in Budleigh Salterton, one of our favourite activities is visiting the Pebblebed Heaths, a conservation area on the outskirts of the town. As one of the best loved conservation sites in Europe, a day out on the heaths is always something special…
Learn MoreBudleigh Lit Fest is almost here!
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This year marks the 16 th anniversary of Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival, an annual celebration of books, reading and writing which takes place right here in beautiful Budleigh Salterton. Every year, the organisers bring us a packed programme of exciting voices in literature and this year is no…
Learn MoreBest places to surf in East Devon
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Want to cool off with a dip in the sea or challenge the waves with some watersports? The Jurassic Coast is a great place to do both! With a host of beaches, including the one in Budleigh, there are plenty of places to indulge in swimming, watersports and everything in between. Plus, getting out on…
Learn MoreBudleigh Salterton Beach is one of the best in the west!
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The Times and Sunday Times Best UK Beaches 2024 Guide has revealed the 50 best beaches in the UK, with Budleigh Salterton making the list. The annual beach guide has been running for 16 years and each beach is assessed using an 11 point checklist, including water quality, cleanliness, accessibility…
Learn MoreStay safe in the water this summer
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Planning a trip to Budleigh Salterton this summer? Well, there are plenty of things to keep you entertained during your visit, including days out on the beach! Whether you want to spend the day relaxing in the sunshine, looking at the interesting pebbles or want to get out on the waves, the most…
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