Dartington Hall

The historic Dartington Hall is an inspiring, 1200-acre cultural destination just outside the…

Hartland Abbey & Gardens

A day out at Hartland Abbey, a stately home and popular film location in a stunning valley a mile…

South Devon Railway

SOUTH DEVON RAILWAY The South Devon Railway is a glorious branch line of the former Great…

History & Culture

From incredible heritage attractions, to iron age settlements, castles, Roman roads and a rich maritime history, there is something from every era here to enjoy. As you'd imagine, Devon's history and culture is a rich and varied tapestry!

Magical Maritime history

Our county's great seafaring history is well known and has greatly influenced its culture. Many famous historical figures feature in Devon's past, including Sir Francis Drake, Sir Richard Grenville and Sir Walter Raleigh.

But there's more to Devon's history and culture: the Romans and their influence on Exeter; the Viking invasion, and battle sites in North Devon; the story of Exeter Cathedral, now over 1,000 years old; mining and farming. Many Devon tradition, customs and events have evolved around these and more, making this a fascinating place to visit.

Dartmoor's ancient tales

Visits to Dartmoor gives you access to a whole host of myths and legends, as well as the remains of iron and bronze age settlements and of course, the ancient Dartmoor pony herds. Around Dartmoor are a number of historical villages, hamlets and towns with lots of museums and country homes.

WW2 and beyond

Devon has several connections to the second world war, Slapton Sands was the host of a rehearsal for D-Day, you'll find a Sherman Tank at Torcross at the end of the beach. You can find a number of old Pill Boxes along the South West Coast Path and everything from former barracks to stained glass windows created by Prisoners of War.

The county is full of amazing history and heritage attractions, including working museums, the oldest working distillery in the UK and more!

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Bicton Countryside Museum

Budleigh Salterton

There is something uniquely eclectic and informal about the diversity of exhibits that greet visitors to the Bicton Countryside Museum.
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Powderham Castle

Exeter

Come & explore Powderham's unique story.
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Buckfast Abbey

Buckfast, Buckfastleigh

Nestled in the shadow of Dartmoor, in a beautiful wooded valley beside the river Dart, Buckfast Abbey offers visitors a tranquil refuge from the hectic pace of everyday life.…
Dartington Hall

Totnes

Historic Dartington Hall is an inspiring, 1200-acre cultural destination just outside Totnes.
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Clovelly

Bideford

Clovelly, North Devon. Welcome to a different world!
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South Devon Railway

Buckfastleigh

South Devon Railway. Experience Devon's delights by steam train.
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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…
Hartland Abbey & Gardens

Bideford

A day out at Hartland Abbey, a stately home and popular film location in a stunning valley a mile from Hartland Quay on the N W Devon coast, is to step back in time.
National Trust - Saltram

Plymouth

The perfect family day out, close to Plymouth and yet in a world of its own, Saltram National Trust.
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Beer Quarry Caves

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.
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Great Scenic Railways of Devon and Cornwall

Explore Devon and Cornwall by train and enjoy stunning coastal views, rolling green countryside, wooded valleys and river crossings.
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National Trust - Greenway House

Brixham

National Trust Greenway - take a glimpse into the holiday home of the famous and much-loved author Agatha Christie.
National Trust - Castle Drogo

Nr Exeter

Dramatic National Trust castle overlooking the Teign Gorge, undergoing a conservation project.
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Kents Cavern Torquay

Torquay

Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves
National Trust - Coleton Fishacre House & Garden

Kingswear

Travel back in time to the Jazz Age at the country home of the D'Oyly Carte family.
National Trust - Killerton

Exeter

Killerton Estate in the heart of Devon.
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Fursdon Gardens and Tea Room

Exeter

Fursdon is one of Devon’s oldest family homes where the Fursdon family has lived for more than 750 years. The setting is stunning with views across the parkland and beyond…
Dingles Fairground Museum

Lifton

The Dingles Fairground Museum, fabulous Devon day out.
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Exeter Cathedral

Exeter

Discover a thousand years of inspiration at one of Europe’s most significant cathedrals.
National Trust - Knightshayes

Tiverton

One of the finest gardens in the South West, Knightshayes is a masterpiece of architectural planting.

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