A Hub for Culture

A place for the creative and the curious, Honiton is home to a treasure trove of galleries, museums, and more. Spend a morning getting your art fix as you explore the award-winning galleries, catch a show or pop-up exhibition, or journey back in time at the town’s museum. There are a large number of independent antique dealers with opportunities to pick up a piece for your own collection. At the Town Market, held every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, dealers in crafts and antiques set up their stalls to bring an added dimension to Honiton’s fine Georgian High Street.

Something Honiton is famed for and takes great pride in is being the antiques capital of the South West, which is why it has been featured on BBC Bargain Hunt & Celebrity Antiques Road Trip. If you’re more of an artist than viewer, take a spin at pottery making with local classes, or perhaps try a floral workshop. The more musical, meanwhile, will love the many live events at bars and pubs on the high street.

Have you heard of the Honiton Hippo?

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It wasn’t just dinosaurs roaming around East Devon thousands of years ago – all manner of interesting creatures that no longer live in Britain called the Jurassic Coast and its surrounding areas home – including hippos! Yes, you read that right, hippos once lived in Britain. They lived in various…

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Plan a day out at Honiton Bottom Nature Reserve

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Visiting Honiton over the summer months? The town is known as the gateway to the west and is a great spot for anyone who wants to immerse themselves in nature. While you’re here, plan a day out exploring Honiton Bottom Nature Reserve – it’s only a mile from the town centre and is perfect for walks…

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Get active with the whole family this summer

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If you’re looking for a summer destination where the whole family can get active and enjoy the great outdoors, why not head to Honiton? Known as the gateway to East Devon, Honiton is a convenient location for exploring the Blackdown Hills and the East Devon National Landscapes, which makes it a…

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Popular dog walking routes in Honiton

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Surrounded by rolling countryside as far as the eye can see, Honiton is the perfect destination for walkers of all ages and abilities, whether you’re looking for a gentle stroll or something more challenging. It is also a great place for dog walking, so if you’re staying nearby and are looking for…

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Top picnic spots in Honiton

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As we’re fully in spring now and the weather is getting a bit brighter, there is never a better time to enjoy a picnic or two. Luckily, here in East Devon there are several beautiful picnic spots to enjoy, especially around Honiton which is surrounded by stunning countryside. If you’re planning to…

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Top things to do in Honiton and East Devon

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With the abundance of countryside surrounding it, Honiton is a great place to visit in the Spring. You’ll be able to watch the new lambs, hear the birds singing and even see the spring flowers by exploring the Blackdown Hills and the surrounding countryside. If you’re planning to spend some time in…

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