South Devon is shaped by a landscape of contrasts, from wild moorland to wooded river valleys, secret creeks and tidal estuaries.
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South Devon Holiday Accommodation There is a huge variety of holiday accommodation in South Devon, from country hotels to friendly guest houses , bed and breakfasts and farm accommodation; from luxurious self catering cottages to caravan and camping sites.
South Devon Bed and Breakfast / Guest Houses To help you make your choice about where to stay in South Devon, take a look at what serviced accommodation we have on offer.
Camping & Holiday Parks in South Devon Here in South Devon there are many camping and caravan parks that are located both near the coast and in the heart of the countryside.
Self Catering South Devon In South Devon there are a large amount of self catering properties. You can choose from cosy country cottages, smart apartments, grand country houses for big family parties, seaside villas and lodges.
South Devon Hotels Hotel accommodation in South Devon differ in style. To help you make your choice, choose from the following categories: Hotels are likely to have more than 20 rooms.
South Devon Special Offers & Late Availability Whether you are looking for a relaxing break or planning a holiday, there is plenty to do here in South Devon. Take a look at our offers...
Quality Assurance We only accept accommodation which has been inspected - either by a national or local assessment scheme.
The Visit Britain National Accessible Scheme The Visit Britain National Accessible Scheme for serviced and self catering accommodation has recently been reviewed.
Lots to Do in South Devon! You certainly won't be stuck for something to do in South Devon. Here are just a few ideas.
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Arts and crafts Arts and crafts have been a traditional strength in the West Country for hundreds of years and rural skills like drystone walling, hurdlemaking, hedgelaying, cob and thatch building, have all enjoyed a renaissance in recent times.
South Devon Heritage Our traditional reluctance to part with the past means we now have a fine stock of glorious historic buildings and gardens .
Activities in South Devon The varied landscape of South Devon provides an idyllic setting for outdoor pursuits and activities from quiet leafy lanes and trackways for riding and walking to acres of National Parkland and a coastline that can ...
Festivals and Events in South Devon For a full listing of Festivals and Events, use the search box to the right hand side of the screen.
What's on This Month in South Devon You'll find a wide programme of festivals and events here in South Devon from January right through to December, from village fetes to town regattas and colourful carnivals.
South Devon Towns Among the numerous pretty villages and hamlets, South Devon features thirteen historic market towns surrounded by coasts and countryside and each boasts a rich and ancient heritage.
A visit anywhere along the 70 miles of the South Devon coast is a pure delight, but if it's beaches you're looking for, then South Devon is hard, if not impossible to beat.
South Devon Beaches Choose from mile after mile of stunning beaches and secluded coves. The following are some of our best beaches. Bantham A fine sandy beach in an AONB at the mouth of the River Avon.
Beach Activities Old salt or aspiring crew member; weekend jetski or competitive sailing enthusiasts; wreck divers, surfers of wind and wave or simple ankle paddler - everyone who enjoys watersport will find ideal conditions along the South Devon coast.
Beach Safety Nothing beats a day messing around on a beach but accidents can happen.
Dog friendly Beaches There are a wealth of fantastic beaches in South Devon that are dog friendly all year round and parts of the year. Take a look..... Bantham No dogs on main part of beach.
Explore South Devon South Devon features thirteen historic market towns surrounded by coasts and countryside, each one unique and waiting to be explored.
South Devon Coast From the Exe Estuary and Dawlish Warren in the east, you can walk the entire 100 miles or so of the South Devon stretch of the South West Coast Path to Wembury in the west - ...
South Devon Countryside Wrapped around the east and south of Dartmoor is an inland area of hilly agricultural land, home to most of the local population in a dozen or so towns and countless villages and hamlets.
For most of us Dartmoor is defined by the famous "tors" of hard granite - which top the huge heather and bracken clad hills, rising to almost 2000 feet above sea level, a landscape veined by rushing watercourses, and ...
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Culture and Heritage Our traditional reluctance to part with the past means we now have a fine stock of glorious historic buildings and sites .
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South Devon's literary links The inspirational natures of the local landscapes have regularly drawn writers to South Devon. A few of the most famous are listed here. Mary Wesley. Born in 1912, in Berkshire.
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Food and drink South Devon produces some of the best food and drink in the world - and we want to share it with you! South Devon's vast agricultural landscapes has meant the area is now home to many ...
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Farmers' Markets In a rural area as rich and fertile as South Devon, you'd expect to find evidence of its bountiful harvest, both from the land and the sea and you won't be disappointed.
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Useful Information The following pages contain information that we hope youwill find useful to plan your holiday and during your holiday stay. There is always something to do in South Devon.
Link To Us If you would like to link to our site please use the following text: Visit South Devon - Useful information for holidays in Devon including accommodation and tourist attractions.
Tourist Information Centres Tourist Information Centre (TIC) staff will be delighted to help you make the most of your time in our area providing helpful, friendly and professional advice.
Contact Us Request a brochure For all information on accommodation, attractions and areas to visit in South Devon, why not request your free brochure online .
By Car South Devon is easy to reach by road with the M5 having excellent links with major motorways.
How to Get Around For local transport enquiries , visit Traveline South West or telephone 0871 200 22 33. Or ask at a local tourist information centre about the best route for your journey.
Coach Parking in South Devon Among the pretty villages and hamlets, South Devon features numerous historic market towns surrounded by coasts and countryside and each boasts a rich and ancient heritage.
News South Devon Walking Festival 26th Sept - 5th Oct 2008 After the huge success of its first walking festival South Devon AONB is organising a further festival in 2008.
A New Guide to the Best South Devon Food & Drink A new essential Guide to the best eating and drinking in Devon was launched at the Love the Flavour Food & Gardening Festival at Fermoy's Garden Centre, following ...
New Partnership Means Bright Future For South Devon Tourism The future's bright for tourism in South Devon as work gets underway on a brand new partnership designed to drive up quality and make the region a must-visit tourist destination.
South Devon Walking Festival 26th Sept - 5th Oct 2008 After the huge success of its first walking festival South Devon AONB is organising a further festival in 2008.
Take a Walk on the Wild Side 26th-30th May 2008 through South Devon and the English Riviera The South Devon region is blessed with some of the most spectacular coast and countryside in Europe and the first-ever "Walk on ...
Tourism Statistics for South Devon The South Devon tourism offices do not hold specific regional and local visitor trends data, however there are many useful websites to find tourism statistics for the South West region.
Accessible South Devon Information on services for disabled visitors. For details on accessible accommodation, click here. Shopmobility: Exeter 8-10 Paris Street, Exeter, EX1 1GA. Tel: 01392 494001.