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The BIG Sheep

The BIG Sheep

The BIG Sheep – world famous for the hilarious Sheep Racing! North Devon’s most popular family…

Quince Honey Farm birds eye view

Quince Honey Farm

Quince Honey Farm in South Molton is a family run business which was first established in 1949. Now…

National Marine Aquarium

National Marine Aquarium

The National Marine Aquarium is an Ocean Conservation Charity dedicated to connecting people with…

World of Country Life

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The Donkey Sanctuary

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Crealy Theme Park & Resort

Crealy Theme Park & Resort is the South West’s number one family value day out. The multi…

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Animals & Aquariums

A visit to a zoo, aquarium or animal attraction whilst you're in Devon is a great idea. They're a great day out for all ages, and in all weathers.

We have lots of attractions that wildlife enthusiasts will love. From the large - such as the National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth, and Paighton Zoo - to the smaller, all are great at educating and entertaining on the subject of native or exotic animals or marine life.

Devon zoos, aquariums and animals – did you know?

Paignton Zoo has a collection of about 2,000 animals representing nearly 300 species. Based on visitor feedback, it was named by TripAdvisor as the third best zoo in the UK

The National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth is the largest aquarium in the UK. As well as being home to many international species, it explores local Devon waters too, being divided into four main zones: Plymouth Sound, British Coasts, Atlantic Ocean and Blue Planet

Living Coasts is Britain's only coastal zoo. The site is covered by a giant aviary which includes several animal enclosures and habitats including an artificial tidal estuary, a penguin beach, a tropical mangrove swamp, and underwater viewing areas

The Donkey Sanctuary near Sidmouth is one of the largest equine charities in the world. It’s a charitable organisation devoted to the welfare of donkeys.  

In 2018 Exmoor Zoo welcomed a trio of African wild dogs – feared to be the next dog species in the wild to become extinct

Dartmoor Zoological Park was bought by Benjamin Mee in August 2006 . He moved in with his two children Milo and Ella and reopened the zoo in July 2007, and later wrote a book, We Bought a Zoo, about his experiences. A 2011 film of the same title was loosely based on the book

Exmoor Zoo is noted for its conservation work with Humboldt penguins, lemurs, tamarins and marmosets

Paignton Zoo opened in 1923 - one of the earliest combined zoological and botanical gardens in Britain and the first that was opened with education as its mission

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    Becky Falls

    Newton Abbot

    Set within a spectacular ancient valley, Dartmoor’s famous Becky Falls has been attracting visitors since 1903, and no trip to Devon would be complete without a visit. 

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    Powderham Castle

    Exeter

    There is so much to see and do at Powderham Castle you will be pushed to fit it all in to one day, but don’t worry as you can come back on another day for FREE!*

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    Buckfastleigh

    A Full Day of Family Fun at Pennywell Farm

    Treat your family to a full day of ‘farmtastic’ fun and animal action at Pennywell Farm, near Buckfastleigh in South Devon…

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    South Molton

    Quince Honey Farm in South Molton is a family run business which was first established in 1949. Now in its third generation and with over 1500 hives, they are always refining…

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    The BIG Sheep

    Bideford

    The BIG Sheep – world famous for the hilarious Sheep Racing!

    North Devon’s most popular family attraction - Terrific for Tots, Toddlers & Teens – Awesome for Adults…

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    Stuart Line Cruises

    Exmouth

    Voted ‘Best Small Attraction in Devon’, Stuart Line Cruises is a multi-award-winning, family-run passenger boat company, based in the traditional seaside town of Exmouth, in…

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    Littleham, Exmouth

    **The park is now open 7 days a week until 1st November! See our policy and rules on Covid HERE **

     

    It’s not every day you can hand feed a deer or a llama, walk a…

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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…

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    Woodlands Family Theme Park

    Dartmouth

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    YOUR MISSION BEGINS HERE! Be a hero at Devon's largest family theme park.

    The action packed park is the perfect base…

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    Crealy Theme Park & Resort

    Exeter

    Crealy Theme Park & Resort is the South West’s number one family value day out.

    The multi award-winning family attraction is located just minutes from junction 30 of the…

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    Plymouth

    The National Marine Aquarium is an Ocean Conservation Charity dedicated to connecting people with our Ocean. Their fun & engaging Ocean experts run the largest Aquarium in…

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    OTTERY ST. MARY

    Amazing Animals, magnificent Maze, outdoor Adventure Play, indoor Soft Play, terrific Traversing Walls, heart-stopping Drop-Slide, 40 Meter Zip Line, authentic Saxon Village,…

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    Exmoor Zoo

    Bratton Fleming, Barnstaple

    Enjoy a day out in the North-west of Exmoor at Exmoor zoo, one of the “West-country’s hidden gems” on the edge of the National Park. Here you can experience a truly unique…

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    Paignton

    Paignton Zoo is currently closed from 5th January 2021 until further notice. This closure is part of the Government’s national lockdown measures to control the spread of…

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    Seaton Tramway

    Seaton

    **REOPENING 4TH JULY SEE WEBSITE***

    Never ridden a tram before? Now's your chance! Seaton Tramway is a great day out like no other. Step back in time and experience the…

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    Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park

    Ilfracombe

    This amazing Wildlife and Dinosaur Park is not only home to some of the most endangered animals on earth, but it also houses many prehistoric dinosaurs! We have animatronic…

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    The Miniature Pony Centre

    Newton Abbot

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    We are the only true and original Miniature Pony Centre. The legacy of our love and dedication remains strong Fall…

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    Ilfracombe Aquarium

    Ilfracombe Harbour, Ilfracombe

    *LOCAL AQUATIC EXHIBITS *PIER CAFÉ WITH HARBOUR VIEW DECK *FUNKY FISH GIFT SHOP*

    Established since 2001, this exciting, award winning, all weather, family attraction is…

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    Borough Farm

    Woolacombe

    For the past 21 years David Kennard and his family have hosted Sheepdog and Falconry Shows at Borough Farm. Starting as a farm diversification project, the Wednesday evening…

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    Little Orchard Alpacas

    Shute, Axminster

    Little Orchard Alpacas, based just outside of Axminster is home to a friendly and inquisitive herd of alpacas (and Wilbur and Peggy the mini-pigs).

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