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South West Coast Path

Devon is a wonderful place to get out walking

The Donkey Sanctuary

Set along the historic Jurassic Coast and nestled in the tranquil East Devon countryside in an Area...

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery - RAMM

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Free Days Out in Devon

Watching the pennies? Holidaying on a budget? Don’t worry – visit Devon and you’ll find an abundance of things to do…for free!

Yes, free. Devon has plenty to do and see that won’t cost you a penny, so if you’re trying to keep those holiday costs down but don’t want to skimp on the enjoyment, then Devon’s the right destination for you.

National Parks

We have two glorious National Parks, Dartmoor and Exmoor. Both have their own unique characters – while Dartmoor is a wild, wide-open place filled with mystery, towering granite Tors and dramatic scenery, Exmoor (although it too has its open spaces), is filled with secret, hidden treasures such as Tarr Steps. And if you’re into star-gazing, Exmoor is now designated as a Dark Sky Reserve (one of only two in the world) so on a clear night you’re guaranteed to see the Milky Way in all its true splendour without any light pollution masking the view!

Over on Dartmoor you’ll be able to grab the chance to get away from the hustle and bustle of modern life and stumble across Neolithic monuments, dramatic gorges and beautiful sights, such as the Dartmoor ponies. Both moors have their legends too – on Exmoor you can discover the world of Lorna Doone, while on Dartmoor be careful not to get caught in the ‘Grimpen Mire’ or chased by the dreaded Hound of the Baskervilles!

I love to go a-wandering…

Ramble the length of Devon for free on the South West Coast Path, a fantastic route which will introduce you to some of the finest views and bring you all the way around to the Jurassic Coast, where you can hunt on the beach for fossils. Throughout Devon a network of paths and bridleways will take you off the beaten track and into the heart of the countryside – and there are plenty of local pubs on the way to grab some well-earned refreshments too. For a free walk in the city, try one of Exeter's Red Coat Guided Tours, a must on any visit to Exeter.

Try geocaching - otherwise known as a digital treasurehunt. Hunting for hidden 'caches' using a smart phone for navigation is becoming increasingly popular, and is a great way to get children out on a walk. It's also surprisingly easy to get started; read our guide to geocaching in Devon.

Surfers are spoilt for choice, with easier peaks on the south coast and at the sandy expanse of Woolacombe beach on the North Devon coast, while more capable board-jockeys can head to Croyde for some challenging waves. If you’re not a surfer, there are lots of rock pools to discover here too.

Back on the south coast you can grab a bucket and spade for a few pennies and go crabbing at Dittisham, and if the weather is at its best then you can head to any one of the numerous Blue Flag beaches around Devon for a splash in the waves. If you don’t fancy the idea of open-sea swimming then pack your costume and head to Shoalstone Open Air Pool.

Culture vultures

If you like a bit of culture, there are plenty of freebies on offer too. Visit the Royal Albert Memorial Museum in Exeter, voted 'Museum of the Year', for national and regional touring exhibitions, or wander around west Devon’s castles at Lydford, or visit the West Devon UNESCO World Heritage. You can visit the fascinating herb gardens at Buckfast Abbey (and pick up a bottle of their famous fortified wine while you’re there) or follow the Agatha Christie Literary Trail through Torquay and Torbay for a glimpse into the Queen of Crime’s life.

No matter what you want to do, there’s plenty of choice in Devon, and it doesn’t have to cost you a penny!

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Tiverton Canal Co

Tiverton

Tiverton Canal Co, is home to one of the Last Horse-Drawn Barges in Great Britain and is run as a Canal Living Heritage Visitor Attraction.
Relax on a Horse-Drawn Barge...
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Horse Drawn Barge

Tiverton

Tiverton Canal Co, is home to one of the Last Horse-Drawn Barges in Great Britain and is run as a Canal Living Heritage Visitor Attraction.
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The Donkey Sanctuary

Sidmouth

Set along the historic Jurassic Coast and nestled in the tranquil East Devon countryside in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, The Donkey Sanctuary’s working farm is home...
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Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery - RAMM

Exeter

There’s more in Exeter’s award-winning museum than you might imagine, its 16 galleries of displays take visitors on a voyage of discovery from pre-history to the present day...
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Branscombe Beach

Branscombe

Branscombe Beach is part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, and part of the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Ideal for families, this Shingle beach...
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Devon Guild of Craftsmen

Bovey Tracey

We are a FREE admission contemporary crafts venue with a friendly café, two galleries and large shop set in a riverside Mill in the moorland town of Bovey Tracey, Devon. Year...
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Exmouth Beach

Exmouth

Exmouth beach is a 2 mile stretch of golden sand - a paradise for children and adults alike.
A gateway to the UNESCO Jurrasic Coast World Heritage site, and on the...
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Belle Isle Park

Exeter

Opened in 1992, Belle Isle is Exeter's newest park. With a view of Trews Weir Allotments and a placid River Exe, the park is a favourite spot for lunchtime picnicking and...
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Ludwell Valley Park Trail

Exeter

A self-guided trail with five information boards exploring Ludwell Valley Park.
The information boards each show a different aspect of the valley park including its...
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Exeter City Wall Trail

Exeter

A fascinating self-guided tour. Pick up a free leaflet from Exeter Visitor Information & Tickets and discover the exciting history of Exeter's City Wall.
The oldest parts...
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Budleigh Salterton Beach

Budleigh Salterton beach is a large pebbled beach extending for 2.5 miles, from Littleham Cove to the west, to Otterhead in the east.
Bathing is safe and the water...
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Challenge Trail

Exeter

A great confidence builder when moving on from the Discovery Trail.
Start on the short loop and build up your stamina by adding on the long loop. The short loop is 6 miles...
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East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

East Devon

The East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty landscape is characterised by intimate wooded combes, vast areas of heathland, fertile river valleys and breathtaking cliffs...
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Pinces Gardens

Exeter

Pinces Gardens stands on the site of William Lucombe's nursery founded in 1720, most famous for his development of the Lucombe Oak. The nusery became Lucombe, Pince & Co. in...
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Beer Beach

Seaton

Beer beach is a beautiful family friendly shingle beach surrounded by limestone cliffs and close to Seaton town. Great for families, this beach is also ideal for swimming...
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Dawlish Warren Nature & Wildlife Reserve

Dawlish Warren

Dawlish Warren National Nature Reserce is part of the Exe Estuary Special Protection Area. Sitting on a large sand spit which runs across the mouth of the River Exe, the...
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Exeter Woollen Trail

Exeter

A fascinating self-guided tour. Pick up a free leaflet from the Tourist Information Centre and explore the key sites of Exeter's most important historical industry - the...
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Burrator Reservoir

Yelverton

Burrator reservoir is situated within Dartmoor, and the tranquil water and surrounding mixed woodland contrasts sharply with the open moor and the rugged Dartmoor tors. A...
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Meldon Reservoir

Okehampton

Surrounded by open moorland, Meldon is a breathtaking reservoir lake 900 feet above sea level teeming with native wildlife; befriend one of the fishermen sat on the steep...
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Heavitree Pleasure Grounds

Exeter

One of Exeter's favourite open spaces, Heavitree Pleasure Ground was opened in 1906 by the Heavitree Urban District Council. Originally designed by Veitch Nurseryman FW...

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