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January 2019

• Camping in North Devon14-01-2019
• Making wedding plans? Come along to the Duke Mini Collection for an evening of ideas and inspiration11-01-2019
• Valentine’s ideas in Devon08-01-2019
• Volunteers hope to bring Kingfishers back to Paignton07-01-2019
• Seven reasons to come to Devon this year07-01-2019
• Choose a Devon Holiday Park this year04-01-2019
• Smash your New Year goals in Devon02-01-2019

December 2018

• Win a family ticket to one of Devon’s Top Attractions21-12-2018
• What is Wassailing? 19-12-2018
• Top 5 tips for photographing Devon17-12-2018
• New Year Health Kick17-12-2018
• Help conserve beautiful Devon with eco-holidays14-12-2018
• Judges march through the city centre seeking out Penguins!13-12-2018
• Five great reasons to go glamping10-12-2018
• See Devon from a whole new angle!10-12-2018
• Have you spotted the snowmen around Torquay?10-12-2018
• Weddings in Devon06-12-2018
• Top things to do in Devon in the Winter05-12-2018

November 2018

• New restaurant confirmed for local celebrity chef30-11-2018
• 5 hidden places to discover in Devon30-11-2018
• Sir Ian McKellen to open Devon theatre30-11-2018
• Affinity Devon celebrates the return of Saltrock!30-11-2018
• Win! A stay at The Two Bridges Hotel30-11-2018
• Congratulations to Visit Devon members!23-11-2018
• Conferences in Devon22-11-2018
• World of Country Life and Pennywell Farm scoop runner up spot in Primary Times awards! 22-11-2018
• Polar Bears set loose with plastic message in Plymouth this winter 22-11-2018
• South West rallies behind Coast Path to raise over £40,000 for 40th anniversary22-11-2018
• Tourism Conference will announce Plymouth’s plans for Mayflower 40021-11-2018
• Drink and be merry in Devon this winter!20-11-2018
• Devon in December – The Place to Be!19-11-2018
• The top 5 places to do your Christmas shopping in Devon16-11-2018
• Soak in the culture in Devon16-11-2018
• Affinity Devon delivers an array of festive fun!15-11-2018

October 2018

• Take in some moorland history31-10-2018
• Tony Stockwell - An Evening of Psychic Mediumship.30-10-2018
• SnapTrip reveal the Best Stargazing Spots in the UK29-10-2018
• Devon’s best winter walks29-10-2018
• BE Spooktacular!26-10-2018
• Relax in Devon26-10-2018
• Christmas markets in Devon24-10-2018
• Salcombe Gin launches its first sloe and Damson Gin, Guiding Star, in collaboration with Dirk Niepoort23-10-2018
• 5 unusual things to do in Devon23-10-2018
• A bonfire tradition like no other!23-10-2018
• Lower Keats Glamping Holiday Giveaway!19-10-2018
• Tricks & Treats at Affinity Devon this Half-Term18-10-2018
• Discover a new, relaxed approach to learning about wine15-10-2018
• Devon farm holidays11-10-2018
• Meet the German Couple Holidaying at the same Devon Park for the last 33 years10-10-2018
• Visit Devon Tourism Awards 201809-10-2018
• Great places to spot wildlife in Devon08-10-2018
• Surprise 'Mickey Mouse' steam engine visitor for October!05-10-2018
• Inject a touch of indulgence with our celebrity chefs02-10-2018
• Don’t miss out on Autumn in Devon02-10-2018
• The Exmoor Dark Skies Festival 02-10-2018
• Riviera Centre supports Macmillan Coffee Morning and raises an outstanding amount01-10-2018

September 2018

• Five dog-friendly holidays in Devon28-09-2018
• Head to Devon this October half term28-09-2018
• Glampsites Autumn Guest Blog27-09-2018
• World Scrabble Championships to take place in Torquay in October 201827-09-2018
• Devon Tourism Businesses Take on the Devon Coast Path 27-09-2018
• Seaton Seaside Competition27-09-2018
• Devon Mead sales rise thanks to Game of Thrones25-09-2018
• Five great hotels for food lovers25-09-2018
• Celebrate the great food on offer in Plymouth’s West End this autumn 24-09-2018
• Lyn Food Fest20-09-2018
• Dartmouth Food Festival20-09-2018
• Heritage attractions you should visit when in Devon19-09-2018
• Plymouth Food & Drink Competition18-09-2018
• CALLING ALL CHOIRS- JOIN BLAKE on stage at the BABBACOMBE THEATRE, TORQUAY18-09-2018
• Devon’s best bookshops17-09-2018
• Top five rainy-day ideas for when in Devon14-09-2018
• Snaptrip recommends Exeter as a top trip for visiting your children at uni13-09-2018
• AFTERGLOW – Genesis Tribute Band. Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay11-09-2018
• Top 5 food festivals in Devon11-09-2018
• England Seafood Feast 201810-09-2018
• The Flying Scotsman is coming to Devon10-09-2018
• Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival 10-09-2018
• Celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day in Devon 07-09-2018
• Our favourite 5 picnic spots in Devon06-09-2018
• Devon Water sports06-09-2018
• Plymouth Seafood Festival returns!05-09-2018
• Beverley Holidays among top family firms at Wembley Finals04-09-2018
• Halloween Festival at The BIG Sheep04-09-2018

August 2018

• The Spirit of the Chiefs 30-08-2018
• Heritage Open Days29-08-2018
• Shopping around Devon28-08-2018
• 6 things you can do with the family in Devon28-08-2018
• Multimillion pound Boost to South West Economy proves rail tourists do like to be beside the seaside24-08-2018
• MULTIMILLION POUND BOOST TO SOUTH WEST ECONOMY PROVES RAIL TOURISTS DO LIKE TO BE BESIDE THE SEASIDE24-08-2018
• Dartington Crystal create their own limited-edition gin21-08-2018
• Devon marked one of the most popular counties in England21-08-2018
• Rails & Ales weekend on the South Devon Railway this bank holiday weekend21-08-2018
• Britain’s Ocean City prepares to celebrate Plymouth Seafood Festival with launch at Rockfish20-08-2018
• Ten reasons to love Devon17-08-2018
• 5 reasons why you need to visit Combe Martin17-08-2018
• Celebrate Devon’s landscape with Outstanding Week!16-08-2018
• Want to help save the planet? Join in with #Cheerstotheocean13-08-2018
• Bitcoin comes to Kingsbridge with Devon's first ever Bitcoin ATM09-08-2018
• Experiencing the Landscape08-08-2018
• Tour of Britain to make history in Devon08-08-2018
• A guide to spending a weekend in Devon07-08-2018
• Fall in love with Dawlish!07-08-2018
• Summer Activities in Devon06-08-2018
• MPs back call for level playing field for Air BnB properties. 03-08-2018
• New properties at Jean Bartlett Cottage Holidays 02-08-2018
• UNCOVER DEVON’S SECRETS WITH TREASURE TRAILS01-08-2018
• Visit Devon Launches Microsite for North Devon01-08-2018
• Surfing in Devon01-08-2018

July 2018

• Totnes on its way to becoming UK’s most breastfeeding friendly town as World Breastfeeding Week begins30-07-2018
• Take the kids rockpooling this summer27-07-2018
• Gardens in Devon27-07-2018
• Ten must visit beaches in Devon27-07-2018
• Visit Devon #summerindevon Photo Competiton27-07-2018
• Let’s make Devon water wise this summer 25-07-2018
• THE MILKY WAY NAMED 4TH IN UK BY TRIP ADVISOR24-07-2018
• Exciting new ride at top Devon attraction23-07-2018
• Have you spotted the national coverage of Devon?18-07-2018
• National Picnic Month17-07-2018
• Rest and BE Wild…with a Den in Devon!17-07-2018
• Shop til you drop, then relax on the beach!16-07-2018
• 24 hours in Seaton16-07-2018
• The best cycling spots in Devon13-07-2018
• An A-Z of Devon13-07-2018
• A Sizzling Summer for Devon 10-07-2018
• 24 hours in Kingsbridge09-07-2018
• Take in dinner and a show with the theatre on offer in Devon!06-07-2018

June 2018

• Have you tried a Literary Tour of Devon? 27-06-2018
• National Cream Tea Day27-06-2018
• 24 hours in Ilfracombe25-06-2018
• Partnership with Forestry Commission to deliver facilities for older people at Haldon Forest Park22-06-2018
• Visit Devon - Win a Week at Rosemary Cottage 18-06-2018
• 24 hours in Exeter15-06-2018
• South West Lakes Trust to Celebrate Armed Forces Day at Roadford Lake14-06-2018
• TRACTOR TED, VISITS WORLD OF COUNTRY LIFE14-06-2018
• Entertain the kids this summer with a Family Glamping Break in Devon13-06-2018
• Walks, Walks and ‘Moor’ Walks…12-06-2018
• VINTAGE VELO AND CYCLING FEST WEEKEND IN SEATON DEVON11-06-2018
• 24 hours in Tiverton11-06-2018
• Celebrate World Gin Day in Devon!07-06-2018
• Salcombe Distilling Co. Helps Turn the Tide on Plastic 07-06-2018
• The best places to visit during the Summer Holidays06-06-2018
• Winners announced of the THG Open 201805-06-2018
• What to do at the coast in British Weather04-06-2018
• Wildlife in Devon04-06-2018

May 2018

• Have a go at watersports in Devon31-05-2018
• LOCALS CELEBRATE SUCCESSFUL REBRAND WEEKEND AT AFFINITY DEVON31-05-2018
• Devon's Lost Battlefield: Secret Devon30-05-2018
• Devon included in Snaptrip's Best Walks in the UK for National Walking Month25-05-2018
• Torbay Airshow announces first wave of civilian aircraft25-05-2018
• A summer of theatre with the National Trust English Riviera24-05-2018
• Devon’s greatest exports23-05-2018
• Festivals in Devon23-05-2018
• The pasty was ours first…!22-05-2018
• The Spirit of Success 22-05-2018
• A Right Royal Harvester!21-05-2018
• A Marvellous May Half Term for Devon18-05-2018
• Don’t leave your dog at home!16-05-2018
• Try a different camping experience this half term15-05-2018
• Did you know these films were made in Devon?15-05-2018
• Treat your dad this Father’s Day in Devon14-05-2018
• Devon home to the smallest tortoise in the country!14-05-2018
• Celebrate Devon on 4th June11-05-2018
• Celebrating 10 years of Pride in Devon09-05-2018
• May Half Term Holidays in Devon09-05-2018
• Five week-long Rose Festival to take place at RHS Garden Rosemoor 04-05-2018
• New luxury spa opening this Autumn04-05-2018
• VisitEngland and the National Autistic Society launch guide to help tourism businesses03-05-2018
• Devon businesses shortlisted for 2018 Catey Awards01-05-2018

April 2018

• Step Outside for Naturally Healthy month this May30-04-2018
• Cary Arms & Spa finalist in VisitEngland’s Awards for Excellence17-04-2018
• Secret Devon: A Local's Guide to Canal Life16-04-2018
• Easter Joy at The Miniature Pony Centre.05-04-2018

March 2018

• 4 magnificent Devon cycling routes26-03-2018
• Holidaymakers miss their dogs more than their kids15-03-2018
• Recipe: Chilled Crab with Pickled Rock Samphire, from South Sands Hotel13-03-2018
• The Story of RUGBY into WINE05-03-2018

February 2018

• Interview: Gidleigh Park's new exec chef Chris Simpson26-02-2018
• Spirit of The Chiefs12-02-2018
• Glamping in Devon: a Romantic Retreat06-02-2018
• The most romantic spots in Devon05-02-2018
• February Half Term at Devon's Top Attractions02-02-2018

January 2018

• Devon B&B placed Top Ten in the World26-01-2018

December 2017

• Award-winning Devon Businesses05-12-2017

November 2017

• A Magical Christmas for Devon27-11-2017

October 2017

• Devon Blogger Squad does Halloween26-10-2017
• Halloween & Half term in Devon: what's on & spooky events10-10-2017
• Guided Walk at Fernworthy03-10-2017
• Michelin star restaurants in Devon03-10-2017
• Haunted Devon: the Ghosthunters' Top 1002-10-2017

September 2017

• WIN a weekend for 2 in Totnes!14-09-2017
• On this very spot: Devon in novels03-09-2017
• Dartmoor Ponies: An expert guide01-09-2017

August 2017

• Gardens of South Devon30-08-2017
• Incredible Devon treehouse hotels: stay on top of the world29-08-2017
• WIN! a stay at Andrewshayes Holiday Park24-08-2017
• Devon lake gets new addition07-08-2017

July 2017

• Devon Open Studios: find Devon art and meet local artists28-07-2017
• Glamping in Devon: the cool kids’ way to (not) rough it25-07-2017
• Devon beaches: 20 of the most beautiful20-07-2017
• River Cottage Festival 2017 – WIN! tickets17-07-2017
• Ocean Aliens at Plymouth’s National Marine Aquarium04-07-2017

June 2017

• Free Devon events: summer 201727-06-2017
• Devon picnic spots – and picknickers! Which type are you?26-06-2017
• Devon towns and villages: top 20 prettiest20-06-2017
• Campsites in Devon near a beach12-06-2017
• I love Devon: travel guide author Hilary Bradt says there’s no place like home05-06-2017
• Devon street food: What’s hot now04-06-2017

May 2017

• Chesney Hawkes tells us about Devon & Let’s Rock Exeter!31-05-2017
• Wine expert Susy Atkins talks Dartington Food Fair and local wines22-05-2017
• What’s on in Devon: May-June half term 201716-05-2017
• Devon through the lens: Will Reddaway08-05-2017
• Win!! Tickets to Devon’s Glas-Denbury festival02-05-2017

April 2017

• 101 things to do this summer on South West Lakes24-04-2017
• The Easter Diary of BeaBea, aged 22 months07-04-2017
• Easter in Devon: events at top attractions03-04-2017

March 2017

• Devon – perfect for preschool holidays24-03-2017
• Devon through the lens: Malcolm Snelgrove10-03-2017
• Top attractions are keeping Devon beautiful!01-03-2017

February 2017

• Dog friendly holidays in Devon: an Expert Guide25-02-2017
• The Devon County Show: our biggest annual event17-02-2017
• February half term events in Devon: fun guaranteed!13-02-2017
• Survey names Devon’s most social attractions09-02-2017
• I love Devon: Rhys Roberts talks eating, fishing and shooting06-02-2017
• Devon success at The South West Tourism Awards 201702-02-2017

January 2017

• Top UK food event: the Exeter Festival of South West Food & Drink19-01-2017
• Luxury Devon: 8 stunning places to eat, stay & visit13-01-2017
• I love Devon: My perfect day, by Visit Devon’s Josh McCarty10-01-2017
• Devon through the lens: Alex Graeme06-01-2017

December 2016

• 6 brilliant New Year breaks in Devon27-12-2016
• Christmas across Devon: 16 of the prettiest places to be22-12-2016
• I love Devon: My favourite walk, by Visit Devon’s Rick Turner15-12-2016
• Do Christmas like a Devonian: top Bloggers’ tips10-12-2016
• Santa by Steam at South Devon Railway07-12-2016
• Devon’s best: award-winning places to stay, eat and visit01-12-2016

November 2016

• Christmas in Devon – a feast of delights!28-11-2016
• Win! A Festive Family stay in North Devon18-11-2016
• Late night shopping in Devon Xmas: 5 festive favourites15-11-2016

October 2016

• A hauntingly good half term in Devon11-10-2016

September 2016

• Win a Devon holiday and top days out!16-09-2016
• 5 top hotels in Devon – from The Good Hotel Guide12-09-2016

August 2016

• Tour of Britain cycling comes to Devon30-08-2016
• Win a 4 night break near Dawlish for 6 at Harcombe House30-08-2016
• August Bank Holiday in Devon: things to do22-08-2016
• Ladram Bay Competition winner announced22-08-2016
• How are your kids enjoying this summer?12-08-2016

July 2016

• School’s OUT for summer!18-07-2016
• Win a stay at Ladram Bay!15-07-2016
• Woolacombe holiday for 6 winner announced04-07-2016

June 2016

• Devon Life subscription offer – get 3 issues absolutely FREE!20-06-2016
• Breaking news: Pennywell Pigs predict EU Results14-06-2016

May 2016

• GoldCoast Oceanfest winner announced31-05-2016
• Michael Morpurgo: “Devon is an extraordinary place”20-05-2016
• The South West Coast Path Challenge: One Step Beyond13-05-2016
• Win! A stay in a luxury Devon holiday cottage06-05-2016
• New & exciting in Devon for 2016!03-05-2016
• Win! Tickets and a stay at GoldCoast Oceanfest, June 17-19 201603-05-2016
• Gaia Spa competition winner announced02-05-2016
• Gaia Spa competition winner announced02-05-2016

April 2016

• Who won Toby Buckland Garden show tickets – and a fun weekend?22-04-2016
• Food festivals in Devon: this year’s top picks11-04-2016
• Win Toby Buckland’s Garden Festival tickets – and a weekend of fun!08-04-2016
• We have a winner! Who won a stay at Boringdon Hall?04-04-2016
• Devon’s award-winning businesses01-04-2016

March 2016

• Devon recipe: Wild Garlic Pesto from River Cottage HQ24-03-2016
• Win! An Indulgence Day at Gaia Spa18-03-2016
• Easter events in Devon – our top 20+04-03-2016

February 2016

• Family places to stay in Devon this Easter23-02-2016
• Competition winner announced: win a stay at Buckland Tout-Saints17-02-2016
• Things to do in Devon: February half term08-02-2016

January 2016

• Family holiday cottages in Devon for half term29-01-2016
• Devon walking festivals and events22-01-2016
• Share memorable Devon moments – and win a holiday!18-01-2016
• Events in Devon 2016: our Top 10+18-01-2016
• Win! A stay at one of South Devon’s finest hotels: Buckland Tout-Saints08-01-2016

December 2015

• Christmas in Devon in Pictures: 201518-12-2015
• New Year’s Eve in Devon: 2015/201611-12-2015
• In search of Santa in Devon06-12-2015
• Competition Winner Announced: Festive Afternoon Tea at Buckland Tout-Saints04-12-2015

November 2015

• Christmas Events for the Kids: 201527-11-2015
• Win! A Festive Afternoon Tea for Two at Buckland Tout-Saints Hotel20-11-2015
• Magical Christmas Events in Devon: 201506-11-2015

October 2015

• A Guide to the Unique Village of Clovelly30-10-2015
• Devon in Autumn: in Pictures23-10-2015
• 6 Autumn Accommodation offers in Devon16-10-2015
• Enjoy Bonfire Night in Devon09-10-2015
• Halloween 2015 in Devon02-10-2015

September 2015

• Experience Devon: As Seen On TV25-09-2015
• October Half Term Events in Devon 201518-09-2015
• Boat Trips in Devon11-09-2015
• Discover Hidden Devon this Autumn04-09-2015

August 2015

• Expert guide: Kitesurfing in Devon27-08-2015
• Group Getaways in Devon20-08-2015
• Historic Properties in Devon14-08-2015
• Explore the South West coast path in Devon07-08-2015

July 2015

• Discover creative Devon: galleries, guilds & great days out!31-07-2015
• Competition Winner Announced: Somersault Festival21-07-2015
• Visit Devon are thrilled to announce an exclusive new competition!09-07-2015

June 2015

• Summer Events26-06-2015
• Dive head first in to Devon’s spectacular summer events19-06-2015
• Devon Town Guide: Barnstaple12-06-2015
• 9 Summer events you won’t want to miss05-06-2015

May 2015

• Don’t miss our great Devon Summer festivals & events29-05-2015
• Explore the towns and coastline of beautiful South Devon…22-05-2015
• Visit Devon for a magnificent May: Festivals, fairs and county shows08-05-2015
• Competition Winner Announced: Bovey Castle01-05-2015

April 2015

• Don’t-miss Devon comedy: stellar stand-up, classics and family fun24-04-2015
• Top Devon fish restaurants: fish and chips or something fancier…10-04-2015
• Devon’s Nature Reserves: fur, feathers and family days out03-04-2015

March 2015

• The Hotel Inspector Alex Polizzi talks to Visit Devon20-03-2015
• Win! A luxurious stay at Bovey Castle03-03-2015
• Easter events in Devon 201503-03-2015
• Competition winner announced: Bark House02-03-2015

February 2015

• Trains, trams and great days out … Devon train attractions25-02-2015
• Gardens in Devon: beautiful grounds to visit04-02-2015

January 2015

• Romantic hotels in Devon28-01-2015
• Top half term events in Devon: February 201521-01-2015
• Top 12 special offers on Devon holidays11-01-2015
• Win! A country stay at The Bark House02-01-2015

December 2014

• Christmas in Devon 2014: in pictures20-12-2014
• Pantomimes in Devon: Christmas 201416-12-2014
• Plymouth Guide: Britain’s Ocean City09-12-2014
• Top chef Michael Caines on Devon food02-12-2014

November 2014

• Visit Devon Award Winners 2014-15 announced20-11-2014
• Where to find Father Christmas in Devon18-11-2014
• Christmas events in Devon: 201414-11-2014

October 2014

• Devon hotel deals this autumn20-10-2014
• Devon pubs for foodies: our Top 1014-10-2014
• Competition winner announced02-10-2014

September 2014

• Half term events in Devon: October 201426-09-2014
• Dog friendly hotels in Devon: 22 top choices23-09-2014
• National Trust events in Devon: autumn 201416-09-2014
• Top surfer Laura Crane speaks to Visit Devon08-09-2014

August 2014

• Devon Food festivals: autumn 201427-08-2014
• Foodie Devon in pictures20-08-2014
• Alfresco dining in Devon13-08-2014
• August Bank Holiday 2014 events in Devon06-08-2014
• Win! A Devon country house hotel break01-08-2014

July 2014

• Make your own fun in Devon28-07-2014
• Fab crab recipe from Mitch Tonks21-07-2014
• 15 ‘Don’t Miss’ Devon summer events08-07-2014
• Win! Tickets to MTV crashes Plymouth04-07-2014

June 2014

• 16 Summer Snaps: beautiful Devon27-06-2014
• Devon vineyards and wine: an expert guide23-06-2014
• 5 fabulous free events in Devon: summer 201418-06-2014
• The story behind The BIG Sheep13-06-2014
• Devon events summer 2014: kids and families06-06-2014

May 2014

• Top Devon chef Simon Hulstone30-05-2014
• Top Devon events: May 2014 Bank Holiday and half term19-05-2014
• Devon music festivals: summer 201414-05-2014

April 2014

• Guide to Torquay: the UK’s top seaside resort28-04-2014
• Devon food festivals: the pick of summer 201416-04-2014
• 5 active family things to do in Devon08-04-2014
• Easter by numbers: what’s on in Devon this holiday04-04-2014
• Dawlish’s train line is now open!04-04-2014

March 2014

• Fabulous photos: Devon in the sun25-03-2014
• Learn, live, laugh: educational things to do in Devon20-03-2014
• Family friendly campsites in Devon11-03-2014
• All-weather things to do in Devon05-03-2014
• Devon railway to be reconnected by April 404-03-2014

February 2014

• Free things to do in Devon this Easter25-02-2014
• Experience: a day as a Paignton Zoo keeper20-02-2014

January 2014

• Family holiday parks in Devon30-01-2014
• Mitch Tonks on eating out and living in Devon26-01-2014
• Devon hotels voted world-class by Trip Advisor22-01-2014
• Romantic Devon holiday cottages for Valentine’s13-01-2014
• 6 New Year hotel offers in Devon: get away for less03-01-2014

December 2013

• Christmas in Devon: in pictures20-12-2013
• Christmas recipe from Riverford Field Kitchen02-12-2013

November 2013

• Award-winning Devon businesses18-11-2013
• 6 top spots for Christmas shopping in Devon05-11-2013
• Holiday cottages that are perfect for groups04-11-2013
• Comedian Andy Parsons on Devon vs Cornwall01-11-2013

October 2013

• Things to do in Devon when it’s raining27-10-2013
• Expert guide: geocaching in Devon22-10-2013
• Half term events in Devon16-10-2013
• Two Moors Festival interview: Eleanor Turner08-10-2013
• Exeter guide: 10 top things to do02-10-2013

September 2013

• Toddler-friendly holidays in Devon16-09-2013
• Quirky Devon holiday cottages11-09-2013

August 2013

• Expert guide: coasteering in Devon28-08-2013
• Competition! Win a Devon holiday and great days out21-08-2013
• Child friendly pubs in Devon18-08-2013
• Expert guide: wild swimming in Devon07-08-2013

July 2013

• Mitch Tonks’ South Devon Potted Crab Recipe26-07-2013
• Free family days out in Devon this summer14-07-2013
• Celebrity chef restaurants in Plymouth01-07-2013