13th July 2018

Enjoy Family Time at Devon's Top Attractions

Devon as a county boasts a wide range of fantastic attractions for the whole family to enjoy, whatever your age, taste or budget. Devon’s Top Attractions aims to promote the best places to visit by providing visitors and locals with a quality assured list. All of the attractions are inspected regularly to ensure that the high standards are being kept. Read on to find out all the amazing places you could visit with your family over the summer.

Animals & Nature

Pennywell Farm

Renowned for their miniature pigs, Pennywell Farm offers shows, activities, rides and of course, plenty of cute and cuddly animals for you and the family to meet!

Miniature Pony Centre

Located in the heart of Dartmoor National Park, the Miniature Pony Centre has a wide range of adorable ponies, bunnies and even some creepy crawlies!

World of Country Life

World of Country Life can be found in Exmouth and brings together animal attractions, vintage vehicles and a historical street for a fun-filled day out.

The Donkey Sanctuary

A working charity, The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth is a free attraction where you can meet hundreds of donkeys and explore to informative visitor centre.

Becky Falls

Found in the gorgeous Dartmoor National Park, Becky Falls Woodland Park offers stunning waterfall walks, activities and more!

Blackpool Sands

Surrounded by evergreens, Blackpool Sands is a sheltered bay offering a spectacular spot to enjoy a day at the beach; with great facilities, café and watersports hire, you will not be disappointed!

National Marine Aquarium

Found in Plymouth, the National Marine Aquarium is a magnificent day out for those of all ages; learn about the creatures living in our oceans and be mesmerised by the Eddystone Reef Tank which boasts the largest single-tank viewing panel in the UK.

Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park

Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park offers families the chance to view a wide range of animals and even offers different animal experiences.

Exmoor Zoo

Discover and learn about a wonderful selection of fascinating and unusual animals at Exmoor Zoo in Barnstaple, with plenty of encounters for those of all ages to love.

Quince Honey Farm

Discover the secrets of honeybees as you get up close and personal with these beautiful insects at Quince Honey farm.

Canonteign Falls

Set in the Teign Valley, just on the outskirts on Dartmoor National Park, Canonteign Falls is home to the highest manmade waterfall in England and magical gardens for visitors to explore.

Family Attractions

Kents Cavern

Kents Cavern is located in Torquay and is the oldest known human settlement in Britain; take a magical walk through the caves and explore this underground labyrinth.

Babbacombe Model Village

From beaches on the English Riviera to a fire breathing dragon, Babbacombe Model Village in Torquay has plenty to keep children (and adults!) entertained.

Powderham Castle

Set in gorgeous grounds, Powderham Castle is full of mysteries to be unearthed such as secret doors and a haunted landing as well as being home to majestic deer which can be gazed at during a deer park safari ride.

Dartington Crystal

Situated in Great Torrington, Dartington Crystal is an amazing attraction with hands-on activities and displays, including glass-blowing!

Bygones

Immerse yourself in the 20th century at Bygones in Torquay where you can find a Victorian street complete with a sweetshop and learn about what it was like to live in the era.

Diggerland Devon

Get hands on with real diggers and other machinery at Diggerland Devon, suitable for ages 4 to 40+, with plenty of rides, experiences and activities to have a go at.

The BIG Sheep

Enjoy a jam-packed day of entertainment at The BIG Sheep, with a roller coaster, sheep racing, live shows, splash zone and plenty more – the whole family won’t want to leave!

Gardens & Parks

Buckland Abbey

Buckland Abbey is a beautiful Abbey and Estate in Yelverton which offers a great range of walks outside to be enjoyed and history within the building to be unearthed.

Buckfast Abbey

Buckfast Abbey is a working monastery home to Benedictine monks on the edge of Dartmoor where you can peruse the beautiful grounds and visit the Monastic Shop.

Wildwood Escot

Wildwood Escot is a treat for the whole family, from a hedge maze to animal enclosures, zip line to an indoor soft-play area, whatever the age, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Bicton Park Botanical Gardens

Bicton Park Botanical Gardens are situated in Budleigh Salterton, East Devon and provide a wonderful mix of plants, lawns and water features as well as children’s activities.

Killerton

Discover a magical estate with an extinct volcano and Iron Age hill fort as well as a charming 18^th century house at Killerton.

History & Heritage

Exeter Cathedral

Dating back 900 years, Exeter Cathedral boasts magnificent Gothic architecture and a wealth of rich history to be explored.

Morwellham Quay

A historical day out, Morwellham Quay was once the greatest copper port in Queen Victoria’s Empire, enjoy an underground train through the copper mine and plenty of Victorian themed activities.

Torre Abbey

A museum of history and art, Torre Abbey can be found in Torquay on the English Riviera and boasts gorgeous gardens alongside lots of events and exhibitions to be enjoyed.

Royal Albert Memorial Museum

Royal Albert Memorial Museum (RAMM) in Exeter is full to the brim with fascinating exhibits and plenty of different events happening throughout the year.

Coldharbour Mill

One of the oldest working woollen mills in the UK, Coldharbour Mill is located in Cullompton and is Victorian; it provides visitors with the opportunity to gain insight into what manufacturing was like during the 19^th century.

Clovelly Village

Clovelly Village is a beautifully picturesque, traditional fishing village paved with cobbled streets and drenched in amazing history.

Saltram

Saltram is a Georgian home complete with glorious parkland and even a Chapel tearoom, with plenty to be discovered this magnificent estate is one for everybody.

Castle Drogo

Near Exeter, Castle Drogo has lots to explore, from a secret garden to walks down to an ancient gorge.

Knightshayes

Let the little ones run wild at Knightshayes in Tiverton as they learn about growing vegetables and insects whilst the adults can soak up the elegant surroundings.

Arlington Court

Arlington Court Estate houses an intriguing Victorian home and is a huge 3,500 acres, complete with pretty gardens and a stable block which houses the very grand gold Speaker’s State coach which was last used at the wedding of Prince Charles and Princess Diana.