Activities in Devon: the Official Devon Guide

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There are a whole host of activities available in Devon for you to enjoy during your trip. Discover the great Devon outdoors with the wide range of watersports, cycling, adventure sports, walking, climbing, fishing, riding ... and more!

Visiting Devon will give you the chance to learn to surf in the spectacularly rugged coastline of North Devon, head out on your bike into the hills of Exmoor National Park, trek the South West Coast Path in South Devon, or try your hand at sailing from Dartmouth or Salcombe. The number of activities in Devon are never ending!

Why not take the kids and explore the Geopark on the English Riviera or try coasteering, jet skiing or scuba diving? Geocaching has become an increasingly popular activity nationwide and in Devon, with the many varied landscapes it’s a pretty good location to give it a go. There are geocaching trails all over the county, meaning that wherever you go, you can try it out either in the countryside or on the coastal paths. Plus is is a great way to get the kids out into the outdoors you'll find many caches hidden across the county. There are some applications available for smart phones and tablets that let you track your finds, which can help the kids discover more about the world around them. For those that want something a bit more gentle, there are a host of arts and crafts activities going on all over the region, as well as a variety of leisure activities, such as spas, golf courses and gym sessions.

Devon is also the place to be for watersports, there are activity centres and leisure instructors who offer tuition and more to those who want to try something new or challenge themselves. Many of Devon’s activity center’s cater for birthday parties, stag and hen groups and offer activities for colleagues on work outings.

Activities don’t have to end there. You can discover the wilder side of Devon by climbing a tor, camping under the stars, exploring the area on horse back, or fishing in the Dart on Dartmoor National Park. The annual dark skies festival offers a whole range of activities giving you the chance to experience the beautiful, pollution free skies above Devon while also learning more about landscape around you. If that isn’t quite active enough, swing through the trees or power down the woodland tracks at Haldon Forest or spend a few hours at Skern Lodge or Go Ape and test your endurance as you climb and swing from ledge to ledge.

For those of you who want to challenge yourself, there are different activities available. You can even ski all year round at some of Devon’s activity centres or just go for a stroll in the fresh air and the glorious countryside, there’s plenty of it!

Adventure Sports

If you love exhilaration and a challenge, you’ll find plenty of adventure sports in Devon. Activity companies here don’t just work in the outdoors, they also play in the outdoors, and have passion for what they do.

The South West's largest indoor climbing wall is a must for any climbing enthusiast and can be found in Devon. The town of South Molton, have a great indoor climbing wall which is great for all ages and abilities plus they offer the chance to take part in climbing themed birthday parties and more.

Accessibility

Those with particular accessibility requirements shouldn’t feel left out, if you want to try climbing, abseiling, kayaking and a whole host of other exciting activities, Devon has plenty of attractions and activity centres that offer you the chance to take part in all sorts of activities. Devon’s activity centres and attractions pride themselves on being inclusive and have options for a range of ages and abilities, so even if you’ve never been on a surf board or climbed a tree before, you know you’re in good hands!

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The Sculpture School

North Tawton

The Sculpture School is recognised as Britain’s leading centre for mastering the art of figurative sculpture. Our courses, led by world-renowned master sculptor Andrew…
The Seafood Coast - 7 Day South West Coast Path Trail

The English Riviera

Ideas for an amazing 1 to 7-day active holiday in the English Riviera in South Devon. Do the whole trail, or split the days up depending on your own timetable.
For more…
Rock and Rapid Adventures

South Molton

Rock and Rapid Adventures is the biggest rock climbing centre in North Devon. Based in South Molton, our climbing wall offers everything from top rope climbing and lead…
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Outdoor Shop & Kayak Centre

Combe Martin

We are North Devon’s premier kayak & stand-up paddleboard hire & sales centre. We offer kayak & SUP hire, guided tours, lessons, taster sessions plus much more including…
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Sea Kayak Devon

Dartmouth

Sea Kayak Devon
Family taster sessions, Day trips, Skills courses and Wild camping expeditions, there is something for everybody!
Sea Kayak Devon offers guided…
Keypitts Offroad Adventures

Ilfracombe

We are an activity centre in Ilfracombe, North Devon offering Quad biking, Battlezone Archery and 4×4 Land Rover Experience.
We have been running 20 years as an…
Surf South West

Croyde

Surf South West is Devon’s premier surf school. We have been running surf lessons for all ages and abilities on from our centre on Croyde beach since 1996. We are a…
Croyde Surf Academy

Braunton

At the Academy we will assist you in progressing to the next level, from Beginner to Advanced for all ages 5 to 85. We are open all year round.
Our belief is that…
Active England Tours

Active England Tours include cycling and biking, walking, family adventures and multisport tours, through beautiful countryside and a host of iconic places. From London to…
The Timeless Coast - 7 Day South West Coast Path Trail

Explore the East Devon coastline with its cliffs, beaches packed with fossils, incredible eateries and coastal villages by following this 7-day walking trail. The South West…
Crackshot

Newton Abbot

This Devon based shooting center offers three fantastic indoor gun ranges with over 100 targets, and is ideal for anyone between the ages of 12 and 112. The ranges include a…
Home Place Farmhouse Eco Spa

Barnstaple

Home Place Farmhouse Eco Spa Exmoor
We offer adult only informal weekend Spa Days and Spa Breaks for couples and small groups of two to four people in a rural National…
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Nick Thorn Surf School

Putsborough & Woolacombe, Braunton

The team at Nick Thorn Surf School have helped hundreds of people get into the water and experience the thrill of surfing their first wave. Our dedicated instructors provide…
Portmore Golf Park

Barnstaple

At Portmore we are more than a just golf club, we are a homegrown, family business. We pride ourselves on delivering the best service, great golf and excellent food. Our goal…
Tarka Cycle Hire

Barnstaple

John & Margaret Kempson started Tarka Trail Cycle Hire in 1989, shortly after the disused Barnstaple to Bideford line was converted for recreational use and given the…
The Nautical Trail - 7 Day South West Coast Path Trail

Explore the beautiful South Devon coastline with this 7-day walking trail following the South West Coast Path from Plymouth to Dartmouth. Choose between doing the whole trail…
Canoe Adventures

Tuckenhay

Beautiful River. BIG Canoes. Great Fun.
We offer guided river adventures on the beautiful River Dart estuary, between the historic towns of Dartmouth and Totnes. …
City to Coast Walk (Exe Valley)

Exeter

* Distance: 8 miles
* Difficulty: Easy
* Start/End point: Exeter/Starcross
The Exe Valley Way is a long-distance route for walkers exploring some 45 miles of the…
Newton Abbot to Bovey Tracey cycle route

Bovey Tracey

Distance: 9 miles
Difficulty: Moderate
End points: Newton Abbot (Grid Ref SX 872 706)
Bovey Tracey (Grid Ref SX 814 782).
This is a linear route that links the two…
Cultural Trails: Bantham & Thurlestone Walk

Bantham and Thurlestone: Trade and Settlement Walk
Take in the old haunts of Saxons and smugglers, lush coastline and glittering sea, then amble back through the green,…

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