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Sidmouth isn’t just its beach or its beautiful countryside surroundings it has plenty of other things to see and do while you’re visiting. Whether you’re interested in exploring the wider Sid Valley or you want to remain in the town for the duration of your stay, you’ll find that there are lots of ways to keep you entertained.
Sidmouth is full of fun attractions perfect for the whole family as well as for those on solo trips or romantic getaways. Whatever the reason for your visit, you’ll find that you are spoiled for choice for ways to spend your days. Whether you are a thrill seeker or on the hunt for some culture, you won’t be disappointed with what is on offer in Sidmouth.
Sidmouth and the surrounding area are full of attractions that have won awards at national and local levels and once you’ve visited, you’ll see why they are so popular!
One of the region’s most popular attractions is the Donkey Sanctuary which can be found on the outskirts of the town. The sanctuary is home to over 500 rescued donkeys and mules with everything from farm trails, mazes, nature centres and of course a chance to get to know these lovely, friendly creatures. The onsite kitchen is a particular favourite with visitors and residents alike, especially with their Sunday lunches, make sure to book in early so you don’t miss out!
East Devon is a real hive of interesting places to visit without having to travel too far. By basing yourself in Sidmouth, you can easily access nearby places like Budleigh Salterton, Honiton, Ottery St Mary and the Axe Valley where you’ll find a host of fun places to spend the day including animal attractions, boat cruises, theatres, golf courses and places managed by organisations such as the National Trust.
Perhaps one of the main reasons why people flock to Sidmouth is to explore the region’s natural beauty. Being located on the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Jurassic Coast, there are plenty of coastal attractions, such as the beaches and the South West Coast Path to explore. Not only that, but Sidmouth is in the heart of the East Devon AONB, where you can find walking trails, nature reserves and more giving you a chance to get out and about into the great outdoors.
The town has several parks and green spaces, including the historical Connaught Gardens where you can see a panoramic view of the Jurassic Coast and enjoy the many flower displays and summer time concerts at the park’s band stand.
Sidmouth has a diverse and fascinating history. From being the holiday resort of choice for Queen Victoria’s family during her childhood, to being the base of JRR Tolkien’s holiday home to the heritage walks laid out by the town’s Blue Plaques, there are plenty of ways for you to discover the region’s history. You could also pay a visit to Sidmouth’s town museum, where there are a host of exhibitions to help you pass the time.
Sidmouth’s high street is a great place to hunt for unique gifts or to experience a real traditional shopping experience. Make sure to take a look at our shopping section to find out what items are on offer.
Sidmouth plays host to a number of popular annual festivals and events throughout the year. The local theatre and other venues have an extensive programme of performances from theatre to panto to musicals to live music and many events also take place in public spaces including the Folk Festival.
Looking for other things to do in Sidmouth? Check here to see what activities and facilities are on offer.
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Sidmouth
Planning a visit over the Christmas holidays?
In order to safely manage visitor flow over the Christmas holidays, all visitors planning to visit between 19 December 2020…
Seaton
Beer Quarry Caves has a 2,000-year history of quarrying Beer stone using virtually unchanged methods from Roman times until the last century.
Our guides will take you…
Sidmouth
Sidmouth Beach is a beautiful expanse of sand and shingle beach, clean, accessible, and surrounded by awe inspring cliffs that make the beach feel very secluded. Sidmouth is…
Sidmouth
The Sidmouth Toy & Model Museum first opened in August 2020. The museum contains the collection of vintage and modern toys and models collected by Ian and Rebecca Gregory…
Sidmouth
Kennaway House is a beautiful Regency mansion built in 1805. The picturesque red brick house is set in its own tree-lined grounds in the heart of Sidmouth. After being…
Sidmouth
Choice is a good thing – and you’re spoilt for it at Sidmouth Leisure Centre.
Step inside our facilities and you will see that we really do have something for all ages,…
EAST DEVON
This compact and accessible estuary supports a particularly well developed saltmarsh flora that includes such characteristic plants as glasswort, sea puslane, and sea…
Seaton
Home to PECO, the world famous model railway track manufacturer, Pecorama is one of Devon’s leading tourist attractions perfect for families, model railway enthusiasts,…
SEATON
Stunningly beautiful, the Jurassic Coast reveals the Earth's story in unique geology stretching back over 250 million years. It joined other natural wonders like the Great…
Sidmouth
Between Sidmouth and Beer the geology is strongly influenced by a gentle easterly dip in the layers of the rocks that are present. The result is that as you travel east the…
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