Family Friendly Seaton
Seaton has been a popular holiday destination since the Victorian era and continues to be the perfect resort for family friendly beach holidays.
Things to do in Seaton with the family
- Take a ride on Seaton Tramway
As one of the region's top attractions, Seaton Tramway offers a great activity for the whole family, even your dogs can join you on the trams! The route takes you through the Axe Valley and parts of Seaton Wetlands, speaking of which... - Visit Seaton Wetlands
With a host of family events taking place throughout the year, particularly during the school holidays, there is always an adventure to be had at Seaton Wetlands. Plus, the site is open all year round and is free to visit - Spend the day at the beach
Seaton beach is a great place for a paddle and to look for interesting pebbles and fossils. You can even pick up the South West Coast Path and enjoy some incredible views while staying active.
Visit the Jurassic Coast
As the gateway to the Jurassic Coast, Seaton is the ideal destination for families wanting to explore this beautiful part of East Devon. With plenty of options from fossil hunting to rockpooling and a host of top attractions, there is plenty to keep families entertained without breaking the bank.
Explore the wider East Devon area
From Seaton, you have easy access to other areas of East Devon, including Sidmouth, Honiton, Ottery St Mary and Budleigh Salterton. Seaton is home to a host of holiday camps and family friendly attractions to explore, so don’t delay and book your family holiday to Seaton today!
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Seaton Wetlands announces 2024 had the highest number of visitors to the site
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Seaton Wetlands has revealed that they welcomed 12% more visitors in 2024 than in 2023. The Wetlands, which is managed by East Devon’s District Council’s Countryside Team, welcomed 112,608 visitors last year, which is a new record for the site. The management team think the key to this increase was…
Learn MoreMake a splash in Seaton in 2025
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Getting out on the waves on a kayak, a paddle board, surf board or as part of a swim is a great way to experience the Jurassic Coast from a whole new perspective. Especially as you move around the coastline and see all the different cliffs, from the red cliffs in Sidmouth to the white ones that can…
Learn More24 facts about Seaton to round out 2024
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A new year is on the horizon, so here are 24 fun facts you should know about Seaton before the end of 2024! Will you be visiting before the year is out? Find out what’s on here and plan your trip here. 1 – Across the world there are 16 different places all with the name Seaton – these places are…
Learn MoreSeaton Wetlands announces partnership with Earth Rights Collective
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The East Devon District Council Countryside team is thrilled to announce a new partnership with the Earth Rights Collective, a craft organisation led by local willow sculptor Belinda Martin. This collaboration celebrates the beauty of natural materials, with a series of willow weaving workshops at…
Learn MoreFestive events across East Devon
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With the Christmas season nearly here, there is no better time to get into the spirit! With that in mind, here is a round-up of some of the festivities you can enjoy across East Devon. Events in Seaton Polar Express Tram Ride at Seaton Tramway 23 rd Nov – 24 th Dec The Polar Express is coming to…
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