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WALKING<br />
CYCLING<br />
COAST<br />
COUNTRYSIDE<br />
HISTORY<br />
CULTURE<br />
GREAT DAYS OUT<br />
FOOD & DRINK<br />
EVENTS<br />
<strong>2017</strong><br />
SHORT BREAKS & LONGER STAYS<br />
In partnership with<br />
Scintillating<br />
Scenery<br />
Boasting five areas<br />
of natural beauty<br />
Fun for all<br />
<strong>Devon</strong> offers something<br />
for all ages, all year round<br />
Bountiful<br />
Beaches<br />
Over 50 beaches<br />
to choose from<br />
www.visitdevon.co.uk
Welcome<br />
A warm<br />
to the<br />
<strong>Experience</strong><br />
<strong>Devon</strong> <strong>2017</strong><br />
guide.<br />
Welcome to <strong>Devon</strong>, home to some of England’s most diverse<br />
and beautiful natural landscapes. In between the drama of the<br />
rugged North <strong>Devon</strong> coastline and the beautiful golden beaches<br />
of South <strong>Devon</strong>, are no less than 5 areas of Outstanding Natural<br />
Beauty, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO Geopark, a<br />
UNESCO World Heritage Site and two National Parks, possibly<br />
the most famous of which is Dartmoor with over 350 square<br />
miles to explore.<br />
The famous historic cities of Exeter, founded by the Romans<br />
in AD 50, and Plymouth, where the Pilgrim Fathers set sail<br />
for North America on the Mayflower in 1620, are both full of<br />
heritage attractions and cultural experiences. Along with superb<br />
shopping from main high street retailers and independents, and<br />
a renowned food and drink scene unique to each city, they are<br />
must visit destinations whilst in <strong>Devon</strong>.<br />
The English Riviera is one of England’s top seaside resorts,<br />
famed for its fantastically warm micro-climate and exotic palm<br />
trees. It has more attractions than any other resort in the UK<br />
and is also a Global Geopark. The area in between here and<br />
Plymouth is known as the South Hams, and features one of the<br />
most beautiful stretches of coastline in the UK. You’ll discover a<br />
strong rural and maritime heritage here, along with top quality<br />
local food including the famous South <strong>Devon</strong> Crab.<br />
North <strong>Devon</strong> has its own unique character, with the rugged<br />
beauty of Exmoor National Park opening up to the spectacular<br />
scenery of the North Atlantic and some excellent surfing spots.<br />
It is also home to many stately homes, with their glorious<br />
grounds, through to the steep cobbled street and deep blue<br />
harbour in the timeless village of Clovelly.<br />
With so much to offer, you’ll be spoilt for choice – just don’t<br />
leave without sampling a traditional <strong>Devon</strong>shire cream tea<br />
(clotted cream first, then jam on top!).<br />
Contents<br />
4 English Riviera<br />
6 Plymouth<br />
8 South <strong>Devon</strong><br />
10 Dartmoor National Park<br />
12 Dartmoor the Heart of <strong>Devon</strong><br />
14 Exeter<br />
16 North <strong>Devon</strong> & Exmoor<br />
18 <strong>Devon</strong>’s Protected Landscapes<br />
20 Exmoor National Park<br />
22 <strong>Devon</strong>’s Top Attractions<br />
24 Tourist Information<br />
26 Activities in <strong>Devon</strong><br />
28 Accommodation<br />
33 Attractions<br />
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ENGLISH RIVIERA<br />
The<br />
English<br />
Riviera<br />
IF YOU WANT ALL YEAR ROUND FUN, SOUTH<br />
DEVON’S BEAUTIFUL BAY IS THE PERFECT<br />
DESTINATION! WHETHER YOU’RE LOOKING<br />
FOR FANTASTIC BEACHES, THRILLING<br />
ADVENTURES OR TOTAL RELAXATION,<br />
WE’VE GOT EVERYTHING YOU NEED.<br />
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Out & About<br />
CREATE YOUR OWN LIFETIME OF MEMORIES in<br />
South <strong>Devon</strong>’s Beautiful Bay. With so much on offer<br />
when it comes to a seaside holiday the towns of<br />
Torquay, Paignton, Brixham and Babbacombe Bay<br />
are the complete package. The birthplace of Agatha<br />
Christie, we have plenty of award winning beaches,<br />
exciting attractions and events for all the family.<br />
There’s also an endless variety of water activities<br />
from fishing trips to kayaking adventures plus the<br />
stunning scenery of the Global Geopark. With a<br />
great choice of accommodation, you can enjoy a<br />
holiday that’s friendly, fun and one that you will<br />
remember forever.<br />
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ENGLISH RIVIERA<br />
<strong>2017</strong> EVENT<br />
HIGHLIGHTS<br />
28-30 April BMAD Bike &<br />
Music Festival<br />
29 Apr-1 May Brixham Pirate Festival<br />
27-29 May BrixFest<br />
3-4 June Torbay Air Show<br />
18-23 Aug Torbay Royal Regatta<br />
Championships<br />
To book your trip to the English Riviera<br />
visit www.englishriviera.co.uk or call<br />
01803 211 211 to request a copy of our<br />
<strong>2017</strong> Official Destination Guide.<br />
www.englishriviera.co.uk/whats-on<br />
Great Days Out<br />
Explore our stunning coastline in a plethora of ways<br />
including by heritage steam train, by canoe, by boat or on<br />
foot. Head down to Cockington for a traditional <strong>Devon</strong><br />
cream tea, go wild at Paignton Zoo or discover all things<br />
miniature and marvellous at the Babbacombe Model<br />
village. That’s just the start of your adventure in South<br />
<strong>Devon</strong>’s Beautiful Bay. With more attractions than any<br />
other UK seaside resort, you’re guaranteed to keep busy<br />
all year round, whatever the weather!<br />
Agatha Christie’s Riviera<br />
Agatha Christie, Queen of Crime, was born in Torquay<br />
in 1890. Her beloved <strong>Devon</strong> inspired more than 20 of her<br />
novels and you can follow in Agatha Christie’s footsteps<br />
along the Literary Trail or board a ferry to Greenway,<br />
her holiday home on the banks of the River Dart. Make<br />
sure you visit the Potent Plants Garden at Torre Abbey<br />
and Torquay Museum with its dedicated Agatha<br />
Christie Gallery.<br />
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Britain’s Seafood Coast<br />
From award winning fish and chip restaurants to Michelin<br />
starred fine dining, the English Riviera has a wide<br />
choice of culinary experiences to be had, all in stunning<br />
surroundings. Taste the highest quality local Brixham<br />
fish, served just hours after it was caught – you can’t get<br />
fresher than that!<br />
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1. Goodrington Sands<br />
2. Cockington Court Craft Studios<br />
3. Agatha Christie Plaque<br />
4. Eating alfresco in Brixham<br />
5. Ferry trips across the Bay<br />
6. Regatta fireworks<br />
7. Living Coasts Zoo & Aquarium<br />
8. BMAD Music & Bike Festival<br />
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PLYMOUTH<br />
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Plymouth<br />
Britain’s<br />
Ocean City<br />
ONE OF<br />
EUROPE’S<br />
MOST VIBRANT<br />
WATERFRONT<br />
CITIES.<br />
LOCATED BY A STUNNING WATERFRONT AND HARBOUR, PLYMOUTH IS<br />
THE PERFECT PLACE TO VISIT. WITH DAZZLING VIEWS, RICH HISTORY AND<br />
WORLD CLASS EVENTS YOU’LL WANT TO COME BACK AGAIN AND AGAIN.<br />
Plymouth is home to many attractions including the National Marine<br />
Aquarium, the UK’s biggest aquarium, Theatre Royal Plymouth and Plymouth<br />
Pavilions, Ski Slope and Snowboard Centre and Dartmoor Zoo, which inspired<br />
the making of the Hollywood blockbuster - ‘We Bought a Zoo’.<br />
The Barbican and Sutton Harbour is one of Plymouth’s most popular places<br />
to visit, with quaint cobbled streets, a picturesque harbour and a wealth of<br />
independent shops, galleries, bars, cafes and restaurants along the water’s<br />
edge creating a metropolitan feel.<br />
It’s also home to the Elizabethan House as well as the Mayflower Steps where<br />
the Pilgrim Fathers set sail on their voyage to the New World in 1620.<br />
Plymouth Hoe is where Sir Francis Drake is renowned to have played his last<br />
game of bowls before his sailing voyage to engage with the Spanish Armada.<br />
Also home to the iconic Smeaton’s Tower, Tinside Lido, Royal Citadel and the<br />
city’s war memorials, the Hoe is a large open space with<br />
jaw- dropping views.<br />
Take a trip to the Royal William Yard, which was designed by Victorian<br />
architect Sir John Rennie and constructed between 1825 and 1831. The<br />
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PLYMOUTH<br />
<strong>2017</strong> EVENT<br />
HIGHLIGHTS<br />
13-14 May Pirate Weekend<br />
28 May Lord Mayor’s Day<br />
2–4 June Flavour Fest<br />
24 June Armed Forces Day<br />
9-10 Aug National Fireworks<br />
Championships<br />
5 Nov Bonfire Night<br />
Plymouth has a number of hotels,<br />
guest houses and B&B’s. To find<br />
your ideal accommodation visit<br />
www.visitplymouth.co.uk<br />
Yard is considered to be one of the most important<br />
groups of historic military buildings in Britain; it is also the<br />
largest collection of Grade 1 listed military buildings in<br />
Europe. Stroll around the Yard and take in the atmosphere<br />
and imposing buildings as well as stop off at one of the<br />
many eateries for a spot of lunch, afternoon tea or dinner.<br />
If you like to shop, the city centre features many<br />
independent retailers as well as national brands and high<br />
street names in its varied shopping areas. Regularly hosting<br />
outdoor markets visitors will often get to taste <strong>Devon</strong>’s<br />
fantastic local produce. Head to Plymouth City Market to<br />
find a great selection of clothes, food and gifts.<br />
Take your time wandering around the extensive range of<br />
independent and specialist retailers in the Independent<br />
Quarter, pick up unique pieces of art from the Barbican’s<br />
Historic Quarter or enjoy shopping in Plymouth’s landmark<br />
shopping centre, Drake Circus.<br />
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1. Barbican by night 2. Mayflower steps 3. Plymouth Roya<br />
4. Plymouth Hoe 5. Waterfront refreshments 6. Yachts<br />
7. Royal William Yard 8. Tinside Lido<br />
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SOUTH DEVON<br />
Visit<br />
South<br />
<strong>Devon</strong><br />
Home to the<br />
most breathtaking<br />
coastline, beaches<br />
and countryside<br />
in England,<br />
South <strong>Devon</strong> is a<br />
remarkable place<br />
to visit<br />
WITH 3 AREAS OF OUTSTANDING NATURAL BEAUTY,<br />
AND 30 MILES OF UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE<br />
COASTLINE, THE OUTSTANDING LANDSCAPE OFFERS<br />
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE ALL YEAR ROUND.<br />
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The coastline reaches from the historic Jurassic Coast at Lyme<br />
Regis, 115 miles to the naval port of Plymouth – all of which is<br />
part of the walkable South West Coast Path.<br />
The Jurassic Coast dates back 250 million years and has UNESCO<br />
status – you may even find a dinosaur or two! The East <strong>Devon</strong><br />
Coast offers majestic red cliffs, dramatic coastline, beaches, and<br />
the seaside towns of Exmouth, Budleigh Salterton, Sidmouth,<br />
Seaton, Branscombe and Beer.<br />
The Southern coastline features large yellow sandy beaches and<br />
beautiful secluded coves, dotted with seaside towns, villages and<br />
harbours, such as Dawlish, Teignmouth, Salcombe and<br />
Dartmouth. The notorious Burgh Island and Bantham are truly<br />
beautiful, and Blackpool Sands has been voted one of the best<br />
beaches in the UK. The coastline is so varied you are bound to<br />
find the beach for you – family friendly, dog friendly, surfing,<br />
paddle-boarding, sailing, or just a quiet cove to relax in.<br />
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Inland, the picturesque countryside is scattered with towns and<br />
villages, rolling hills, patchwork farmland and estuary views.<br />
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SOUTH DEVON<br />
<strong>2017</strong> EVENT<br />
HIGHLIGHTS<br />
18th – 20th May: <strong>Devon</strong> County Show<br />
May: Stockland Fair<br />
June: Teignmouth Folk Festival<br />
2nd – 4th June:<br />
Kingsbridge Food and Music Festival<br />
9th – 11th June:<br />
Contemporary Craft Festival<br />
7th – 9th July: Glas-Denbury<br />
21st – 22nd July: Chagstock<br />
30th July: Totnes & District Show<br />
4th – 11th August:<br />
Sidmouth Folk Week<br />
24th – 26th August:<br />
Dartmouth Regatta<br />
September: <strong>Devon</strong> Open Studio<br />
October: Dartmouth Food Festival<br />
December: Totnes Christmas Markets<br />
www.visitsouthdevon.co.uk/whats-on<br />
To the east, the charming towns of Ottery St Mary, Axminster,<br />
Tiverton and Honiton provide a host of niche and bespoke<br />
shops and cafes. Further South, the unique towns of Totnes,<br />
Kingsbridge, Modbury, Newton Abbot and Bovey Tracey are<br />
full of heritage and culture, offering striking castles, arts and<br />
crafts, and grand country houses with spectacular gardens.<br />
If you love to get active, at Haldon Forest you can swing<br />
through the trees, enjoy a ride on a Segway or speed round<br />
the off-road cycling tracks. For a gentler pace explore, on foot<br />
or by bike, the miles of the pathways running along the Exe<br />
and Teign Estuaries. And there are plenty of things to keep<br />
the children happy, from parks and farms with cuddly animals<br />
to theme parks and action-packed days out - you’ll find your<br />
perfect family day out right here.<br />
The exceptional quality of <strong>Devon</strong> food and drink means that<br />
the area is famous for its award-winning restaurants, food<br />
festivals, and markets. Everything is on offer, from <strong>Devon</strong>shire<br />
Cream Teas, fresh local seafood, local wine and ales, and to top<br />
it all off, local ice creams and fudges.<br />
The area hosts a packed events calendar all year round so you<br />
can be sure what ever time of year you visit there is always<br />
things to see and do.<br />
Whatever the reason for your visit, there is accommodation to<br />
suit, from boutique hotels, to lodges in the woods, beachside<br />
camping sites to cosy B&B’s, finding a place to relax at the end<br />
of a day’s exploring couldn’t be easier.<br />
For more information, visit www.visitsouthdevon.co.uk<br />
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1. Totnes High Street<br />
2. Dartmouth looking at Kingswear<br />
3. Newton Abbot<br />
4. Blackpool Sands<br />
5. Start point<br />
6. The Great Plantation,<br />
Bovey Tracey<br />
7. Teignmouth<br />
8. Kingsbridge<br />
9. Bowcombe Creek<br />
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DARTMOOR NATIONAL PARK<br />
Dartmoor<br />
National Park<br />
AT 368 SQUARE MILES (954km 2 ), DARTMOOR IS THE LARGEST OPEN<br />
SPACE IN SOUTHERN ENGLAND. IT HAS WILD OPEN MOORLAND, GRANITE<br />
TORS AND WOODED RIVER VALLEYS. AT ITS EDGE IS A LANDSCAPE OF<br />
SMALL FIELDS ENCLOSED BY STONE WALLS AND HEDGE BANKS.<br />
Dartmoor has a rich and varied cultural heritage, ranging from prehistoric<br />
remains, through buildings and settlements of medieval and later origin, to<br />
its customs and traditions, some, such as the famous Widecombe Fair, still<br />
thriving. All combine to give Dartmoor a distinctive character and make it a<br />
fascinating place to visit. Dartmoor’s landscape is among the richest in western<br />
Europe in terms of its archaeological remains. Dartmoor contains the longest<br />
stone row in the world and has the greatest number of archaeological sites out<br />
of all the UK National Parks.<br />
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Dartmoor’s blanket bog, upland oakwood, caves and mines are among<br />
habitats of international importance.<br />
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DARTMOOR NATIONAL PARK<br />
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Visitor Centres<br />
National Park Visitor Centre Princetown<br />
Tavistock Road, Princetown,<br />
Yelverton, PL20 6QF<br />
t 01822 890414<br />
National Park Visitor Centre Postbridge<br />
Main car park on B3212 Moretonhampstead<br />
to Two Bridges Road, PL20 6TH<br />
t 01822 880272<br />
National Park Visitor Centre Haytor<br />
Situated at the lower car park on B3387<br />
3 miles west of Bovey Tracey, TQ13 9XT<br />
t 01364 661520<br />
e visit@dartmoor.gov.uk<br />
The National Park operates three Visitor Centres and these<br />
are great starting points to explore the area. The National<br />
Park Visitor Centre in Princetown has a superb free to<br />
enter exhibition area where you can find out about the<br />
Dartmoor story and discover more about the building’s<br />
connection with Conan Doyle and how he was inspired<br />
to write the Hound of the Baskervilles. Try out the new<br />
Sherlock Holmes interactive display, watch stunning films<br />
and learn about Dartmoor’s myths and legends. Children<br />
can enjoy exploring darkest Dartmoor in the centre’s<br />
spooky cinema.<br />
Dartmoor National Park is a place of contrasts with<br />
something to enable everyone to wind down and take a<br />
break from the daily grind. Whether you seek a place for<br />
quiet contemplation, away from the hustle and bustle, a<br />
great day out with the family, a gentle stroll, or the thrill of<br />
adrenaline sports - Dartmoor has it all.<br />
The open spaces and sheltered valleys give pleasure<br />
to millions of people every year while Dartmoor’s small<br />
towns, villages and settlements offer individual shops and<br />
a warm welcome after a great day in the hills.<br />
Follow us: www.dartmoor.gov.uk<br />
@dartmoornpa enjoy dartmoor<br />
To find out what’s on visit the National<br />
Park website www.dartmoor.gov.uk<br />
1. Haytor<br />
2. Burrator Reservoir<br />
3. Dartmoor Ponies<br />
4. Higher Uppacott<br />
Longhouse<br />
5. Meadow Pipit<br />
6. South Tawton<br />
7. Bel Tor<br />
8. Lydford Gorge<br />
9. Walking Haytor<br />
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DARTMOOR THE HEART OF DEVON<br />
Dartmoor<br />
the heart of <strong>Devon</strong><br />
SITUATED IN THE SOUTH WEST OF ENGLAND, RIGHT IN THE VERY<br />
HEART OF DEVON, DARTMOOR IS A LANDSCAPE OF STUNNING<br />
VIEWS, AWE INSPIRING GRANITE TORS, DEEP WOODED VALLEYS<br />
WITH FAST FLOWING RIVERS, AND RUGGED, WIDE OPEN SPACES.<br />
But Dartmoor also has a very gentle side. Safe, quiet<br />
areas where you can picnic with the family, easy to<br />
follow trails for strolling, walking and cycling, many<br />
lovely open spaces where the children can run to their<br />
heart’s content and a huge number of child friendly<br />
and dog friendly places to stay, to eat and attractions<br />
to visit.<br />
ACTIVITIES<br />
Dartmoor has the capacity to offer something for<br />
everyone, regardless of your hobby, interest<br />
or passion.<br />
From simple circular walks, which can include a<br />
picnic spot, to a more extreme activity like a Bear<br />
Grylls survival course, there will be an activity or<br />
attraction that will bring you pleasure, enlightenment<br />
or excitement.<br />
For the children try one of the family friendly<br />
attractions, take a trip on a steam train, visit a petting<br />
farm, or book them onto a gorge scrambling course<br />
which will challenge and push them!<br />
Look out for bush craft days, circus skills or arts<br />
and crafts days at one of the camping sites, tourist<br />
attractions or National Trust properties.<br />
Outdoor fun can be had all through the year with<br />
South West Lakes, or Dartmoor National Park Ranger<br />
Ralph Club. Remember to look at the Visit Dartmoor<br />
website ‘What’s On’ pages for dozens of ideas<br />
and inspiration.<br />
You can find all the attractions and information you<br />
need on the Visit Dartmoor website!<br />
Whatever else you do, don’t forget to visit one of<br />
the award winning Dartmoor National Park Visitor<br />
Centres at Princetown, Postbridge and Haytor.<br />
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DARTMOOR<br />
WALKING is good for your body, mind<br />
and soul, and where better to do it than<br />
amongst some of the most stunning,<br />
magical landscapes in the world.<br />
Whether you’re looking for a<br />
challenging trek across windswept<br />
moors, or just a relaxing stroll through<br />
secluded woods, you’ve come to<br />
the right place.<br />
Dartmoor has it all. Blaze your own<br />
trail, be a pioneer, explore and take the<br />
less trodden route. If you are a keen,<br />
confident walker, try one of the hard or<br />
moderate routes on our website, gather<br />
your kit and head out the door.<br />
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CYCLING<br />
It’s one of the first big achievements we<br />
have as children. And it is something<br />
we can continue to enjoy into old age.<br />
It keeps you fit, gets you outdoors and<br />
sends endorphins rushing to the brain;<br />
which is a surefire route to happiness.<br />
And Dartmoor is the place to do it; with<br />
spectacular scenery everywhere you<br />
look, mile upon mile of quiet wilderness<br />
(plus some ponies) and welcoming<br />
spots to take a break (pubs), there<br />
is nowhere better. So what are you<br />
waiting for? Bring your own your bike<br />
or hire for the day.<br />
www.visitdartmoor.co.uk<br />
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HORSE RIDING<br />
If you love to ride horses, Dartmoor is the place to do it,<br />
dramatic scenery, challenging routes, open skies, peace and<br />
quiet and astonishing scenery. You may be a beginner on<br />
your first trek or an experienced rider embarking on another<br />
adventure; either way Dartmoor is hard to beat. You can<br />
ride out on to the open moor, trot along woodland trails<br />
and bridleways, or follow in the hoof prints of Dartmoor’s<br />
forefathers along historic byways.<br />
If you don’t have your own horse, or are a novice in the<br />
saddle, there are some excellent stables listed on the Visit<br />
Dartmoor website.<br />
EATING OUT<br />
Landscape creates communities, and the diverse terrain<br />
of Dartmoor National Park is home to some of the best<br />
local produce in the UK. Almost everything about this last<br />
wilderness has been decreed by its terrain; from the hardy<br />
cattle grazing all year on the high moors, to the mineral-rich<br />
Dartmoor spring water from the soft verdant valleys.<br />
We love our food on Dartmoor - and so we should. We pride<br />
ourselves on supplying some of the finest produce in the<br />
world. Our rolling wild landscape reflects freshness, quality<br />
and variety. Fresh and local are two words you’ll often hear to<br />
describe the food available here today.<br />
We’re also pretty good at cooking. Having great ingredients<br />
helps, but on Dartmoor you’ll discover innovative cookery by<br />
award-winning chefs using quality local produce.<br />
Our producers sell at farmer’s markets, as well as in local<br />
shops and farm-gate sales. Wherever you visit on Dartmoor<br />
you will see evidence of our ancient traditions on our<br />
unique landscape still being used today in our humane<br />
farming methods.<br />
1. Photo by Baz Richardson 2. Yellowmead, by Lawrence Cornell 3. Leather Tor,<br />
Leeden Tor & Great Mis Tor, by Mark George 4. Brentor Church by Visit Dartmoor<br />
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EXETER<br />
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The history<br />
of Exeter<br />
is rich and<br />
long<br />
Exeter<br />
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Founded by the Romans in AD50, the history of Exeter<br />
is rich and long, evident in its stunning architecture and<br />
heritage visitor attractions.<br />
As you’d expect from a city with a 2,000 year history,<br />
Exeter has much to show off, and the city’s Royal Albert<br />
Memorial Museum (RAMM) is a good place to start.<br />
Housed in a beautiful Victorian building, the museum<br />
takes visitors on a voyage of discovery from pre-history to<br />
the present day through 16 galleries of displays. Discover<br />
Exeter throughout the ages then travel the world through<br />
the vast array of global collections.<br />
At the heart of the city lies Exeter Cathedral, one of the<br />
finest examples of Decorated Gothic architecture in the<br />
country. It lays claim to the longest stretch of unbroken<br />
Gothic vaulting in the world. Cathedral Yard is dotted with<br />
cafes and restaurants in which to sit and appreciate the<br />
Cathedral’s impressive West Front.<br />
Explore beneath Exeter’s streets through a remarkable<br />
network of subterranean passages, constructed in<br />
medieval times to bring fresh drinking water into the city<br />
from springs outside the city walls. Exeter’s Underground<br />
Passages survive largely intact and can be visited on a<br />
guided tour – an experience not for the claustrophobic!<br />
Find out more about the history of Exeter on a free guided<br />
tour with the city’s prestigious Red Coat Guides. Tours run<br />
daily throughout the year and there is no need to book –<br />
just turn up.<br />
The city’s compact size makes it the perfect shopping<br />
destination – a great choice of shops can be found<br />
within easy walking distance from each other. Browse<br />
large department stores such as John Lewis in the main<br />
shopping areas of Princesshay and the High Street,<br />
or head to the Castle and West Quarters for quirky<br />
independents and vintage clothing, tucked away in<br />
interesting arcades.<br />
Head to the Quayside to watch the world go by from<br />
one of the waterside pubs or cafés, or hire a bike or<br />
canoe to explore the Exeter Ship Canal. The south west’s<br />
largest indoor climbing wall can also be found here, in the<br />
Quayside’s Old Electricity Building, providing a majestic<br />
arena in which to climb.<br />
Exeter’s position on the River Exe lead to great wealth<br />
in the 17th and 18th centuries, largely due to the woollen<br />
cloth trade. In 1680 the Custom House was constructed<br />
on the Quayside, a beautiful building renowned for its<br />
sweeping staircase and ornate plaster ceilings. Today it is a<br />
visitor centre, bringing the history of the Quayside to life.<br />
Exeter’s location surrounded by lush farmland and close to<br />
many miles of <strong>Devon</strong> coastline makes it a melting pot for<br />
top chefs to create gastronomic delights from fresh, local<br />
ingredients. The choice of eateries here is vast, putting it<br />
firmly on the map as one of the foodie capitals of South<br />
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<strong>2017</strong> EVENT<br />
HIGHLIGHTS<br />
28-29 April Toby Buckland’s Garden Festival<br />
28,30 April Exeter Festival of<br />
& 1 May<br />
SW Food & Drink<br />
13 May-17 Sep Sea Life Exhibition at RAMM<br />
18-20 May <strong>Devon</strong> County Show<br />
26 May Leo Sayer at the Corn Exchange<br />
3-4 June Exeter Respect Festival<br />
24 June Exeter Armed Forces Day<br />
24-25 June Showmasters Film &<br />
Comic Con, Westpoint<br />
1 July Let’s Rock Exeter at Powderham<br />
6-8 July Exeter Craft Festival<br />
8 July The City of Exeter Regatta<br />
15&16 July SW Rugby 7s at Sandy Park<br />
1-3 Sept Lockdown Festival at Powderham<br />
7-10 Sept Exeter Heritage Open Days<br />
9-24 Sept <strong>Devon</strong> Open Studios<br />
19 Nov-17 Dec Exeter Christmas Market<br />
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West England. A weekly farmer’s market sells field-fresh<br />
produce and regular street food markets provide the<br />
opportunity to try quality <strong>Devon</strong> meats and fish as a<br />
quick lunch stop. Head to the Cathedral Quarter for a<br />
traditional cream tea, or enjoy real ales and fine wines in<br />
historic pubs.<br />
Whatever your cultural tastes, Exeter will have<br />
something to offer. Catch professional touring<br />
theatre productions at the Exeter Northcott, quirky,<br />
underground performances at the Bike Shed Theatre<br />
and large scale festivals at nearby Powderham Castle,<br />
host to Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2016 with headliners<br />
Coldplay and Mumford & Sons.<br />
The city has a year round calendar of vibrant events,<br />
with the Exeter Festival of South West Food & Drink<br />
taking over Northernhay Gardens and Exeter Castle in<br />
April, a Craft Festival in July and a very atmospheric<br />
annual Christmas Market on Cathedral Green in<br />
November/December. Sporting events are also held<br />
in high regard here, with a trip to see the Exeter Chiefs<br />
rugby team in action not to be missed! Excellent road,<br />
rail and bus links from Exeter make it an ideal hub for<br />
exploring the rest of <strong>Devon</strong>. Go to www.visitexeter.com<br />
to start planning your visit.<br />
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1. Exeter Quayside by Tony Howell<br />
2. Cathedral Yard Dining<br />
by Tony Cobley<br />
3. Exeter Chiefs by Exeter Rugby<br />
Club & Pinnacle<br />
4. Cathedral Roof, Exeter<br />
5. Royal Albert Memorial Museum<br />
(RAMM) by Matt Austin<br />
6. Canoeing on Exeter Quayside<br />
by Tony Cobley<br />
7. Exeter Ford Street Market<br />
by Tony Cobley<br />
8. Ancient Worlds at RAMM<br />
9. Exe Estuary Trail<br />
by Tony Cobley<br />
10. Princesshay Street<br />
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NORTH DEVON & EXMOOR<br />
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North <strong>Devon</strong><br />
& Exmoor<br />
the perfect<br />
holiday<br />
destination<br />
come rain or<br />
shine!<br />
North <strong>Devon</strong> is a coveted location in the summer. Enjoy<br />
the sunshine on beautiful beaches such as Woolacombe,<br />
Croyde, Westward Ho! and Saunton or take scenic walks<br />
along North <strong>Devon</strong>’s Tarka Trail. If you’re up for more of<br />
an adventure, explore Exmoor with idyllic views, beautiful<br />
valleys and stunning coastline that preserve historical<br />
features beautifully. If you’re looking for a festival to<br />
celebrate the surf culture, come along to the Gold Coast<br />
Oceanfest on 16th, 17th, 18th June <strong>2017</strong> or if you’d rather<br />
catch the waves yourself, check out Croyde Surf<br />
Academy that aims to teach people to surf regardless<br />
of age and ability.<br />
There are lots of amazing accommodation options no<br />
matter if you’re travelling alone, with your partner or<br />
as a family! The Imperial Hotel sits in the square on<br />
Barnstaple, close to Green Lanes Shopping Centre and<br />
other local shops. If you’re interested in the historical<br />
town of Lynton then Meadpool House provides gorgeous<br />
accommodation for families whilst enjoying views<br />
overlooking Exmoor National Park. Ready to brave the<br />
great outdoors? There are lots of camping options such<br />
as North Morte Farm in Woolacombe, Stowford Farm<br />
Meadows in Ilfracombe, Hartland Caravan and Camping<br />
Park and many, many more. Prefer a little more luxury?<br />
Award-winning Longlands in Combe Martin combines the<br />
camping experience with the comfort of a hotel. If you’d<br />
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prefer a Holiday Park with lots of facilities in the<br />
resort, there is also lots of places to choose from:<br />
Golden Bay Holiday Village in Westward Ho!, Ruda<br />
Holiday Park in Croyde, Golden Coast Holiday Park in<br />
Woolacombe to name but a few!<br />
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In the wetter weather (inevitable in the UK) there<br />
is still plenty to keep the family entertained in both<br />
North <strong>Devon</strong> and Exmoor. The Milky Way (Clovelly)<br />
and The Big Sheep (Abbotsham) are both<br />
award-winning inside attractions and extremely<br />
popular with all of the family. Barnstaple’s<br />
new facility, Air Extreme, has an impressive 40<br />
interconnected trampolines - a fantastic way for the<br />
kids (and adults) to burn energy and have fun too!<br />
Regardless of sun or rain, <strong>Devon</strong> is home to an array<br />
of traditional eatery’s that have delicious dishes<br />
on the menu! Enjoy a hearty meal overlooking<br />
Woolacombe Beach at The Red Barn. Perhaps tapas<br />
and cocktails are more your thing? Lilico’s Tapas<br />
Lounge & Bar provides a relaxing atmosphere, with<br />
live bands regularly performing. If you’re looking<br />
to embrace being in <strong>Devon</strong> with takeaway fish and<br />
chips then Squires Restaurant and Takeaway in<br />
Braunton is a favourite with the locals.<br />
Find out more about North <strong>Devon</strong> & Exmoor over at:<br />
www.northdevon.co.uk - where you can find more<br />
information about accommodation, things to do,<br />
places to eat and drink, and much more!<br />
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3. Clovelly harbour 4. Bideford 5. Exmoor heather<br />
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DEVON’S PROTECTED LANDSCAPES<br />
<strong>Devon</strong>’s<br />
Protected<br />
Internationally<br />
recognised for its<br />
unique geology,<br />
ecology and<br />
wildlife<br />
Landscapes<br />
<strong>Devon</strong>’s natural landscape is one of great beauty, with much of<br />
it internationally recognised for its unique geology, ecology and<br />
wildlife. With five Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, two<br />
UNESCO World Heritage Sites, a World Biosphere and a UNESCO<br />
Global Geopark, there is something for everyone.<br />
Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks are perhaps the most<br />
famously recognised landscapes, located in South and North<br />
<strong>Devon</strong>. Covering vast areas of <strong>Devon</strong> these wild landscapes have<br />
long been drawing in visitors for their wild beauty and far-reaching<br />
views. Whilst not far from each other, the sceneries of these two<br />
National Parks vary enormously. Exmoor sits on the spectacular<br />
North <strong>Devon</strong> coastline, with the highest sea cliffs in England<br />
offering dramatic views out to the Atlantic. It was designated<br />
Europe’s first International Dark Sky Reserve in 2011. Dartmoor<br />
is inland and larger, covering 368 square miles made up of open<br />
moorland, lofty granite tors, woodland and quiet villages.<br />
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Reaching to the heights of Dartmoor and Exmoor and via the sea<br />
to Lundy Island, the North <strong>Devon</strong> Biosphere Reserve is one of just<br />
six Biosphere Reserves in the UK. UNESCO recognised the diverse<br />
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mix of stunning, high quality natural areas here,<br />
with over 60 Sites of Special Scientific Interest<br />
(SSSIs) now located within the Reserve. Explore<br />
and connect with the wide range of diverse<br />
natural beauty of the Biosphere on foot, by<br />
bike, via easy access routes and even with audio<br />
guided trails.<br />
The East <strong>Devon</strong> coastline is designated a<br />
UNESCO World Heritage Site in recognition of<br />
its geological significance. Known as the Jurassic<br />
Coast, it showcases perfectly the Earth’s history<br />
going back over 250 million years. Discover more<br />
about this fascinating coastline at the Seaton<br />
Jurassic visitor centre. Further south, the English<br />
Riviera has been designated a Global Geopark,<br />
in recognition of its rich geological, historical and<br />
cultural heritage. The highest concentration of<br />
Blue Flag beaches in England, combined with the<br />
English Rivera’s fantastically warm microclimate<br />
means there is plenty of opportunity to get out<br />
on the water and discover the incredible geology<br />
and marine life here.<br />
To find out more about exploring <strong>Devon</strong>’s<br />
protected landscapes,<br />
go to www.visitdevon.co.uk.<br />
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1. Saunton Sands Dunes<br />
2. Jurassic Coast<br />
3. Surfing<br />
4. Dog Walking on the Tarka Trail<br />
5. Meeth Quarry Nature Reserve<br />
- Tarka Trail Guide<br />
6. Edge of the Biosphere near<br />
Dartmoor<br />
7. Horse Riding in Woolacombe<br />
North <strong>Devon</strong><br />
8. Jurassic coast<br />
9. Wood Walkers<br />
10. Dartmoor - Bowermansnose<br />
11. Braunton Burrows<br />
12. Cattle on Bursden Moor<br />
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EXMOOR NATIONAL PARK<br />
Exmoor<br />
National Park<br />
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STRADDLING THE BOUNDARY OF SOMERSET AND DEVON, EXMOOR NATIONAL PARK IS<br />
RECOGNISED AS ONE OF THE FINEST LANDSCAPES IN THE UK.<br />
Whether you are looking for a place to walk,<br />
followed by a drink in a country pub, adrenalin<br />
pumping activities or just somewhere to chill and<br />
admire the views – you’ll find plenty to enjoy in<br />
Exmoor National Park.<br />
Straddling the boundary of Somerset and <strong>Devon</strong>,<br />
Exmoor National Park is recognised as one of the<br />
finest landscapes in the UK. Its deep wooded<br />
valleys, high cliffs, wide open moorland and clear<br />
streams provide inspiration and enjoyment to both<br />
locals and visitors. The farms and villages that have<br />
developed over hundreds of years combine to<br />
create a rich landscape that belies the National<br />
Park’s relatively small size of 267 square miles<br />
(693 square kms).<br />
Exmoor is also an amazing place to marvel at the<br />
wonders of the night sky and in recognition of its<br />
dark skies and the work that the National Park is<br />
doing to keep them that way, Exmoor was<br />
designated Europe’s first International Dark Sky<br />
Reserve in autumn 2011.<br />
Exmoor National Park supports a fascinating variety<br />
of wildlife including herds of wild red deer and free<br />
living Exmoor ponies, rich lichen communities, rare<br />
fritillary butterflies, bats and other species<br />
uncommon in southern Britain.<br />
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Exmoor National Park Authority works with others to<br />
protect the special qualities of the National Park. It also<br />
provides a number of services from planning and<br />
conservation to high quality visitor information and<br />
maintaining Exmoor’s excellent network of<br />
waymarked footpaths and bridleways.<br />
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The amazing Lynmouth Pavilion is well worth a visit<br />
and is home to the National Park Centre.<br />
The Pavilion has a mix of high tech and more<br />
traditional exhibits with everything from a huge touch<br />
screen table and iPads to a traditional seaside photo<br />
board. There are also National Park Centres in Dulverton<br />
and the medieval village of Dunster with displays related<br />
to the local area – you can also hire a telescope to get an<br />
even better view of Exmoor’s starry skies.<br />
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For more information about what to see and do pick up<br />
a free copy of Exmoor <strong>2017</strong> from a National Park Centre<br />
or visit: www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk where there<br />
is more information and an events diary with hundreds<br />
of ideas of what to do on Exmoor.<br />
Go to www.visit-exmoor.co.uk to find Exmoor<br />
hotels, B&Bs and self-catering cottages plus check out<br />
60 Top <strong>Experience</strong>s to enjoy around Exmoor.<br />
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For all our <strong>2017</strong> Big Adventures<br />
and many more events visit<br />
www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk<br />
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1. Valley of Rocks<br />
2. Big Adventure Nutcombe<br />
3. Big Adventure Haddon Hill<br />
4. Stars above Dunkery Beacon by Adrian Cubitt<br />
5. Lynmouth Pavilion<br />
6. Lynmouth Seaside Safari<br />
7. Pony Running by Dan James/ENPA<br />
8. Lynmouth Harbour<br />
9. Lynmouth Pavilion<br />
All photos by Steve Guscott/ENPA unless stated<br />
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DEVON’S TOP ATTRACTIONS<br />
SWCP<br />
Hartland Point<br />
River Taw Estuary<br />
Hartland Point<br />
Hartland<br />
Hartland<br />
Lundy Island<br />
Lundy Island<br />
River Taw Estuary<br />
A39<br />
Clovelly<br />
1<br />
Clovelly<br />
1<br />
A39<br />
2<br />
2<br />
Westward Ho<br />
3<br />
Lee<br />
Mortehoe A361<br />
Croyde<br />
Woolacombe<br />
Saunton<br />
SWCP<br />
Westward Ho<br />
3<br />
Saunton A361<br />
Braunton<br />
Croyde<br />
SWCP<br />
A388<br />
Lee<br />
Mortehoe<br />
Woolacombe<br />
SWCP<br />
Instow Braunton<br />
A39<br />
SWCP<br />
Instow Bideford i<br />
A39<br />
Bideford i<br />
4<br />
A399 Combe Martin<br />
i Ilfracombe<br />
5<br />
A3123<br />
A399 Combe Martin<br />
i Ilfracombe<br />
Great i<br />
Torrington<br />
5<br />
A3123<br />
A39<br />
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Barnstaple<br />
Barnstaple i<br />
A377<br />
A39<br />
A377<br />
6<br />
i<br />
SWCP<br />
SWCP<br />
A361<br />
Tarka Trail<br />
A361<br />
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7<br />
Tarka rail link<br />
Tarka Trail<br />
A399<br />
A39<br />
A399<br />
A39<br />
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Lynmouth i<br />
Lynton<br />
A39<br />
Lynmouth i<br />
Lynton<br />
A39<br />
EXMOOR<br />
EXMOOR<br />
2 MOORS WAY<br />
South i<br />
Molton<br />
2 MOORS WAY<br />
South i<br />
Molton<br />
SWCP<br />
A388<br />
Great i<br />
Tarka<br />
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Trail Torrington<br />
A386<br />
A3124<br />
Tarka rail link<br />
2 MOORS WAY<br />
i<br />
Tiverton 10<br />
Holsworthy i<br />
Key to Map<br />
Major roads - A classification<br />
Major roads - B classification<br />
Long Distance Footpath<br />
Areas of Outstanding Natural<br />
Beauty (AONB)<br />
National Parks<br />
Villages / small towns<br />
Area centres<br />
Holsworthy i<br />
Larger towns, showing<br />
approximate extent of built<br />
up area.<br />
Tourist Information Centres<br />
Tourist Attraction (colour shows<br />
type of attraction. See Key to<br />
<strong>Devon</strong>’s Top Attractions right).<br />
A388<br />
A388<br />
A361<br />
Mortehoe<br />
Braunton<br />
Barnstaple<br />
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A388<br />
A388<br />
0<br />
A30<br />
A3072<br />
A30<br />
A3072<br />
Milton Abbot<br />
i Tavistock<br />
Milton Abbot<br />
i Tavistock<br />
A390<br />
A390<br />
Tarka Trail<br />
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i PLYMOUTH<br />
River Tamar<br />
Estuary<br />
Lydford<br />
A386<br />
Hatherleigh<br />
Lydford<br />
A386<br />
A386<br />
Yelverton<br />
30<br />
A386<br />
Hatherleigh<br />
A3079<br />
A386<br />
Yelverton<br />
30<br />
39<br />
A3079<br />
A3124<br />
i Okehampton<br />
A386<br />
i Okehampton<br />
West <strong>Devon</strong> Way<br />
West <strong>Devon</strong> Way<br />
A386<br />
West <strong>Devon</strong> Way<br />
West <strong>Devon</strong> Way<br />
Princetown<br />
Newton Ferrers<br />
A3072<br />
Dartmoor Way<br />
2 MOORS WAY<br />
DARTMOOR<br />
Princetown<br />
i Plympton<br />
38<br />
A38<br />
A3072<br />
Dartmoor Way<br />
A379 i Ivybridge<br />
SWCP i Plympton<br />
38<br />
A38<br />
39 Wembury<br />
A379<br />
Newton Ferrers<br />
SWCP<br />
River Tamar<br />
Estuary<br />
Wembury<br />
Tarka Trail<br />
2 MOORS WAY<br />
DARTMOOR<br />
2 MOORS WAY<br />
2 MOORS WAY<br />
i Ivybridge<br />
Tarka Trail<br />
Chagford<br />
A381<br />
Chagford<br />
A382<br />
A30<br />
A382<br />
A377<br />
A3072<br />
Drewsteignton<br />
Moretonhampstead<br />
A382<br />
Moretonhampstead<br />
Dartmoor Way<br />
Widecombe in the Moor<br />
Hexworthy<br />
A377<br />
Morchard Bishop<br />
Drewsteignton<br />
Tedburn St Mary<br />
A382<br />
East Prawle<br />
A377<br />
Bovey Tracey<br />
Aveton A381 A3122<br />
Gifford<br />
Modbury<br />
36<br />
SWCP<br />
i Kingsbridge<br />
Slapton<br />
Bigbury Aveton<br />
Sea<br />
A381<br />
Bantham Gifford<br />
A379<br />
Thurlestone<br />
SWCP<br />
i Kingsbridge Torcross Slapton<br />
Bigbury on Sea A381<br />
Hope<br />
Bantham<br />
Thurlestone i Salcombe<br />
A379<br />
SWCP<br />
A381<br />
Torcross<br />
East Prawle<br />
Hope<br />
i Salcombe<br />
SWCP<br />
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23<br />
Widecombe in the Moor<br />
2 MOORS WAY<br />
25<br />
Dartmoor Way<br />
Bovey Tracey<br />
22<br />
i Crediton<br />
A30<br />
A38<br />
A380<br />
River Dart Estuary<br />
Start Point<br />
A3072<br />
A396<br />
i EXETER<br />
41 21<br />
C<br />
i Teignmouth i Dawlish<br />
Shaldon<br />
i Teignmouth A379<br />
A380<br />
SWCP<br />
35<br />
i Dartmouth<br />
i Brixham<br />
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SWCP<br />
35<br />
River i Dartmouth<br />
Estuary<br />
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EXETER<br />
41 21<br />
i<br />
Hexworthy<br />
Ashburton A383<br />
26<br />
Shaldon 27<br />
i Newton i<br />
Buckfastleigh 32<br />
TORQUAY<br />
A379<br />
Abbot A381<br />
33<br />
28<br />
A3022A380<br />
29<br />
A38<br />
26 34<br />
35<br />
27<br />
i TORQUAY<br />
Buckfastleigh 32 32A381<br />
28<br />
A385<br />
i Paignton 35<br />
A3022<br />
i Totnes A385<br />
29<br />
A38<br />
34<br />
35<br />
35<br />
32<br />
A385<br />
i Paignton 35<br />
i Totnes A385<br />
35<br />
i Brixham<br />
A381<br />
Modbury<br />
A377<br />
A3072<br />
A30<br />
24<br />
33<br />
23<br />
25<br />
i Ashburton<br />
Morchard Bishop<br />
Tedburn St Mary<br />
A3122<br />
22<br />
A383<br />
i Newton<br />
Abbot<br />
36<br />
i Crediton<br />
A30<br />
A38<br />
A380<br />
Start Point<br />
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ullompton<br />
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River Exe Estuary<br />
DEVON<br />
FREE<br />
road map<br />
beach guide<br />
& tide table<br />
A373<br />
T H E C O M P L E T E G U I D E T O<br />
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www.devon top attractions.com<br />
A373<br />
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i Honiton<br />
A375<br />
East <strong>Devon</strong> Way<br />
Axminster<br />
i Honiton<br />
A373<br />
A358<br />
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A30<br />
i Ottery<br />
St Mary<br />
A375<br />
A3052<br />
Clyst St Mary<br />
East <strong>Devon</strong> Way<br />
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i Ottery<br />
40 15<br />
A3052<br />
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St Mary<br />
Seaton<br />
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i Sidmouth<br />
A3052<br />
Clyst St Mary<br />
Beer<br />
East <strong>Devon</strong> Way<br />
Branscombe<br />
19 16<br />
40 15<br />
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SWCP<br />
A3052<br />
i Seaton<br />
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Sidmouth<br />
Beer<br />
East i <strong>Devon</strong> Exmouth Way<br />
Otterton<br />
Branscombe<br />
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SWCP<br />
Budleigh<br />
0 SWCP 17<br />
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Salterton<br />
Exmouth Otterton<br />
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i River Otter Estuary<br />
River Exe Budleigh<br />
SWCP 17<br />
Estuary<br />
Salterton<br />
A303<br />
A30<br />
A373<br />
A303<br />
A30<br />
<strong>Devon</strong>’s<br />
T O P<br />
Attractions<br />
Axminster<br />
Key to <strong>Devon</strong>’s Top Attractions<br />
Heritage, Houses & Gardens<br />
1. Clovelly Village ................................ EX39 5SY<br />
4. Dartington Crystal .......................... EX38 7AN<br />
6. Arlington Court ................................EX31 4LP<br />
10. Knightshayes .................................. EX16 7RQ<br />
12. Killerton House ..................................EX5 3LE<br />
16. Bicton Park Botanical Gardens ...........EX9 7BJ<br />
20. Powderham Castle ............................EX6 8JQ<br />
21. Exeter Cathedral ...................... ........EX1 1HS<br />
23. Castle Drogo ..................................... EX6 6PB<br />
26. Buckfast Abbey ...............................TQ11 0EE<br />
27. Bygones ............................................TQ1 4PR<br />
29. Kents Cavern ..................................... TQ1 2JF<br />
30. Buckland Abbey ..............................PL20 6EY<br />
31. Morwellham Quay ........................... PL19 8JL<br />
38. Saltram House ..................................PL7 1UH<br />
41. Royal Albert Memorial Museum ........ EX4 3RX<br />
Zoos, Aquariums & Animals<br />
7. Exmoor Zoo ................................... EX31 4SG<br />
39. National Marine Aquarium ................. PL4 0LF<br />
40. The Donkey Sanctuary .................... EX10 0NU<br />
Activity Centres<br />
33. River Dart Adventures ....................TQ13 7NP<br />
Theme Parks & Farms<br />
2. Milky Way ........................................ EX39 5RY<br />
3. The Big Sheep .................................EX39 5AP<br />
5. Watermouth Castle.......................... EX34 9SL<br />
9. Quince Honey Farm ........................EX36 3AZ<br />
13. Wildwood Escot ............................. EX11 1LU<br />
15. Pecorama ....................................... EX12 3NA<br />
17. World of Country Life ........................EX8 5BU<br />
19. Crealy Great Adventure Park .............EX5 1DR<br />
24. Miniature Pony Centre ....................TQ13 8RG<br />
28. Babbacombe Model Village ............ TQ1 3LA<br />
34. Pennywell Farm ............................... TQ11 0LT<br />
36. Woodlands Family Theme Park ........ TQ9 7DQ<br />
Beauty of Nature<br />
22. Canonteign Falls ................................EX6 7NT<br />
25. Becky Falls ..................................... TQ13 9UG<br />
37. Blackpool Sands ..............................TQ6 0RG<br />
Boats & Trains<br />
11. <strong>Devon</strong> Railway Centre .....................EX16 8RG<br />
14. Seaton Tramway ............................. EX12 2TB<br />
18. Stuart Line Cruises..............................EX8 1EJ<br />
32. South <strong>Devon</strong> Railway .....................TQ11 0DZ<br />
35. Dartmouth Steam Rail & River Boat ..TQ6 9BH<br />
Pick up your FREE copy<br />
or download from www.devon top attractions.com<br />
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TOURIST INFORMATION<br />
Tourist Information Centres<br />
<strong>Devon</strong> has many Tourist<br />
Information Centres (TICs)<br />
whose staff have excellent local<br />
knowledge and are able to help<br />
and advise you about your visit<br />
to the county. Please see below:<br />
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ENGLISH RIVIERA<br />
(Torquay, Brixham & Paignton)<br />
English Riviera Visitor Information<br />
t 0844 474 2233<br />
e holiday@englishriviera.co.uk<br />
PLYMOUTH<br />
Plymouth Mayflower TIC<br />
t 01752 306330<br />
e barbicantic@plymouth.gov.uk<br />
SOUTH DEVON<br />
Dartmouth<br />
t 01803 834224<br />
e holidays@discoverdartmouth.com<br />
Dawlish<br />
t 01626 215665<br />
e dawtic@teignbridge.gov.uk<br />
Kingsbridge<br />
t 01548 853195<br />
e info@hellokingsbridge.co.uk<br />
Modbury<br />
01548 830159<br />
e enquiries@modburytic.org.uk<br />
Newton Abbot<br />
t 01626 215667<br />
e natic@teignbridge.gov.uk<br />
Salcombe<br />
t 01548 843927<br />
e info@salcombeinformation.co.uk<br />
Shaldon<br />
t 01626 873723<br />
e info@shaldon-village.co.uk<br />
Teignmouth<br />
t 01626 215666<br />
e dawtic@teignbridge.gov.uk<br />
Totnes<br />
t 01803 863168<br />
e enquire@totnesinformation.co.uk<br />
DARTMOOR NATIONAL PARK<br />
Haytor<br />
t 01364 661520<br />
e visit@dartmoor.gov.uk<br />
DARTMOOR & WEST DEVON<br />
Ashburton<br />
t 01364 653426<br />
e info@ashburton.org<br />
Bovey Tracey<br />
t 01626 832047<br />
e boveytraceyinfo@gmail.com<br />
Buckfastleigh<br />
t 01364 644522<br />
Ivybridge<br />
t 01752 897035<br />
e info@ivybridgewatermark.co.uk<br />
Moretonhampstead<br />
t 01647 440043<br />
e moretonvic@yahoo.co.uk<br />
EXETER, EAST DEVON<br />
& MID DEVON<br />
Axminster<br />
t 01297 34386<br />
e axminstertic@hotmail.co.uk<br />
Budleigh Salterton<br />
t 01395 445275<br />
e info@visitbudleigh.com<br />
Exeter<br />
t 01392 665700<br />
e evit@exeter.gov.uk<br />
Exmouth<br />
t 01395 830550<br />
e exmouthtouristinformation@gmail.com<br />
Honiton<br />
t 01404 43716<br />
e honitontic@btconnect.com<br />
Ottery St Mary<br />
t 01404 813964<br />
e info@otterytourism.org.uk<br />
Seaton<br />
t 01297 300390<br />
e info@seatonjurassic.org<br />
Sidmouth<br />
t 01395 516441<br />
e ticinfo@sidmouth.gov.uk<br />
1. Dartmoor, Cobblestone Tor<br />
2. Bowcombe Creek 3. English Riviera<br />
Tiverton<br />
4. High Street Sign 5. Ashclyst Postbridge<br />
t 01884 230878<br />
6. Exeter Estuary Trail 7. Exmouth t 01822 880272<br />
e tivertontic@tivertonmuseum.org.uk<br />
8. Exmoor signposting 9. Sidbury Harvest e visit@dartmoor.gov.uk<br />
10. Branscombe 11. Plymouth<br />
12. woodland Walkers 13. Aylesneare Princetown<br />
14. Cathedral Yard Dining 14. Heathfield t 01822 890414<br />
for more information please<br />
e visit@dartmoor.gov.uk<br />
visit www.visitdevon.co.uk<br />
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NORTH DEVON &<br />
EXMOOR NATIONAL PARK<br />
Barnstaple<br />
t 01271 375000<br />
e barnstapletourist@gmail.com<br />
Bideford<br />
t 01237 477676<br />
e bidefordtic@torridge.gov.uk<br />
Braunton<br />
t 01271 816688<br />
e info@brauntontic.co.uk<br />
Combe Martin<br />
t 01271 889031<br />
e combemartinmuseum@gmail.com<br />
Dulverton<br />
t 01398 323841<br />
e npcdulverton@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk<br />
Dunster<br />
t 01643 821835<br />
e npcdunster@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk<br />
Exmoor National Park<br />
t 01398 323665<br />
e info@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk<br />
Great Torrington<br />
t 01805 626140<br />
e info@great-torrington.com<br />
Holsworthy<br />
t 01409 254185<br />
e vic@visitholsworthy.co.uk<br />
Ilfracombe<br />
t 01271 863001<br />
e info@visitilfracombe.co.uk<br />
Lynton & Lynmouth<br />
t 01598 752225<br />
e info@lyntourism.co.uk<br />
Minehead<br />
t 01643 702624<br />
e minehead.visitor@hotmail.com<br />
Porlock<br />
t 01643 863150<br />
e visit@porlock.co.uk<br />
South Molton<br />
Due to premises no longer being available, the Tourist<br />
Information Office has closed after September 30th. The<br />
promotion of the town and area is now conducted by the<br />
Town Council from the Amory Centre.<br />
t 01769 572501<br />
e jacqui.eaton@northdevon.gov.uk<br />
Woolacombe<br />
t 01271 870553<br />
e info@woolacombetourism.co.uk<br />
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ACTIVITIES IN DEVON<br />
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Activities<br />
in <strong>Devon</strong><br />
In <strong>Devon</strong><br />
we love the<br />
great outdoors<br />
and it’s easy<br />
to see why<br />
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The natural landscape here is one of diversity and breathtaking scenery.<br />
From a leisurely walk or cycle through tranquil countryside to exhilarating<br />
coastal adventures, there is something for everyone.<br />
Blow away the cobwebs on Dartmoor National Park, the ultimate outdoor<br />
playground! Hike between lofty granite tors and enjoy miles of traffic free<br />
cycling. Don’t mind getting wet?... the River Dart has some of the UK’s<br />
best mid-grade white water for canoeing and kayaking, or have a go at<br />
something new, like gorge scrambling or wild swimming.<br />
<strong>Devon</strong> is blessed with two dramatically different coastlines. The north<br />
coast bears the brunt of the Atlantic swells so you’ll find some of the best<br />
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surfing beaches in the country here, whilst the south <strong>Devon</strong><br />
waters of the English Channel are calmer, and ideal for<br />
swimming, boating and paddle boarding. For the<br />
ultimate adrenalin-rush, explore <strong>Devon</strong>’s rocky coastline on<br />
a coasteering expedition - scramble over rocks and jump<br />
from great heights into the sea to explore secluded deep<br />
sea caves! Join an experienced instructor from one of the<br />
many adventure centres operating on both coastlines.<br />
Back on dry-land, over 150 miles of National Cycle Network<br />
criss-cross the <strong>Devon</strong> countryside, so whatever your ability,<br />
one of the best ways to explore <strong>Devon</strong> has to be by bike.<br />
Follow the 26 mile purpose-built Exe Estuary Trail along<br />
the path of the River Exe as it winds its way from the city<br />
of Exeter through historic maritime towns and villages out<br />
to sea at Exmouth and Dawlish. Train and ferry links mean<br />
smaller sections of this mainly flat, family-friendly route can<br />
be easily explored.<br />
Mountain bikers can descend through <strong>Devon</strong>’s forests on<br />
hand crafted trails, such as those at Haldon Forest Park<br />
near Exeter, or tackle the challenging inclines and dramatic<br />
descents of Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks.<br />
With mile upon mile of wide open space in <strong>Devon</strong>, there<br />
are far too many activities to mention here, so go to<br />
www.visitdevon.co.uk to start planning your adventure.<br />
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1.Cycling on the Meldon Viaduct 2. Seaton Tramway 3. Kayaking, River Torridge<br />
4. Beer Tony Howell 5. River Dart 6. Bideford, Stephen Ring<br />
7. East <strong>Devon</strong>, Jenny Bowden 8. Easton Beacon 9. Dartmouth River<br />
10. Jurassic Coast near Branscombe, Tom Hurley 11. Train Nr Goodrington<br />
12. Ashclyst Tony Cobley<br />
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GUIDE TO ADVERTISING<br />
A GUIDE TO ADVERTISING LISTINGS<br />
AA Camping or Visit<br />
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No. of rooms: 2 Ensuite: 2-4 | Open: All year<br />
Rates: B&B PPPN £30 - £75<br />
Rates<br />
Hotels, guesthouses & B&B’s<br />
The minimum and maximum charge, either Per Room Per Night (PRPN) or by<br />
Per Person Per Night (PPPN). If PPPN for bed and breakfast and/or dinner, based on<br />
two people sharing a twin or double room. Single rooms may be more.<br />
Self Catering<br />
The rate for the smallest or only unit for one week, minimum and maximum.<br />
Camping and Caravanning<br />
The minimum and maximum for a tent or tourer with 2 people (pitch only). Also the<br />
minimum and maximum charge for one week in a static caravan or mobile home (Pitch<br />
price only. Electric hook up and awnings may be extra).*see prices notes.<br />
*Prices<br />
Price information in the adverts in this guide was checked by the advertisers at<br />
the time of going to print in January <strong>2017</strong>. The prices quoted should be honoured<br />
by them for the duration of this guide (up to January 2018). Some alterations<br />
due to renovations or improvements in the quality of facilities may not have been<br />
anticipated at the time the adverts were placed. Prices quoted may also include<br />
several different quality grades ranging from standard to luxury, so please check<br />
charges with your accommodation provider at the time of booking. Once you have<br />
booked your accommodation, you will have entered into a legally binding contract so<br />
please check their cancellation policy carefully before requesting changes.<br />
Deposits<br />
Most operators will ask for a deposit when a reservation is being made. Some<br />
establishments may request payment in advance of arrival.<br />
Cancellation Insurance<br />
When you confirm a holiday booking, please bear in mind that you are entering into<br />
a legally binding contract, which entitles the proprietor to compensation, if you<br />
fail to take up the accommodation or depart earlier than planned. It’s always wise<br />
to arrange holiday insurance to cover you for cancellation and other unforeseen<br />
eventualities. If you have to alter tour travel plans, please advise the holiday<br />
operator or proprietor immediately.<br />
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THE COLOURED PANELS INDICATE<br />
THE TYPE OF ACCOMMODATION:<br />
SELF CATERING<br />
SERVICES<br />
ATTRACTIONS<br />
DEVON SYMBOLS<br />
Accessible by public transport<br />
Internet access<br />
Wireless internet access<br />
DVD/VCR<br />
Satellite TV<br />
Baby sitting<br />
Children welcome (min. age)<br />
Family rooms available<br />
Cots available<br />
Highchair available<br />
Ground Floor bedrooms<br />
Lift<br />
Accessible Facilities<br />
Suitable for disabled<br />
Licensed<br />
Café/Restaurant on site<br />
Breakfast available<br />
Local produce served<br />
Special diets catered for<br />
Tea/coffee facilities in room<br />
Residents lounge<br />
Swimming pool (indoor)<br />
Swimming pool (outdoor)<br />
Entertainment<br />
Coastal location<br />
Spa facilities<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Garden/outdoor play area<br />
Pets by arrangement<br />
Private parking<br />
On street parking<br />
Special Breaks/Rates<br />
Coach parties<br />
Open for Christmas<br />
Open for New Year<br />
Credit cards accepted<br />
Euros accepted<br />
Foreign languages spoken<br />
Bed linen for hire<br />
Bed linen inclusive<br />
Laundry on site<br />
Refrigerator<br />
Washing machine in all/some units<br />
Microwave in some/all units<br />
Games room on site<br />
TV in some/all units<br />
Licensed bar on site<br />
Café/Restaurant on site<br />
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Special diets catered for<br />
Shower/toilet block on site<br />
Shop on site<br />
Non Smoking<br />
Surfboard/wetsuit storage<br />
Green Tourism<br />
Business Accreditation<br />
Walkers Welcome (VisitEngland)<br />
Cyclists Welcome (VisitEngland)<br />
Walker Friendly<br />
(self-assessed)<br />
? Cyclist Friendly<br />
(self-assessed)<br />
ACCESSIBILITY RATINGS<br />
Ò Accessible to a person with sufficient<br />
mobility to climb a flight of steps<br />
Ú Accessible to a person with restricted<br />
walking ability<br />
Æ Accessible to a person who depends on the<br />
use of a wheelchair and transfers unaided to<br />
and from the wheelchair in a seated position<br />
» Accessible to a person who depends on the<br />
use of a wheelchair in a seated position. They<br />
can require personal / mechanical assistance to<br />
aid transfer<br />
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SERVICED ACCOMMODATION<br />
Stoke Canon<br />
B&B<br />
Culm Vale Country House, Stoke Canon, Exeter EX5 4EG<br />
Tel: 01392 841615 E: culmvale@hotmail.com<br />
www.culmvalecountryhouse.co.uk<br />
No. of rooms: 3 Ensuite: 1 | Open: All year<br />
Rates: B&B Room Rate from £50 - £70 Single Person £45 - £55<br />
Plymouth<br />
B&B<br />
Raleigh’s Style 1 Raleighs Stile, Hexton Hill Road,<br />
Plymouth PL9 9WA Tel: 01752 492232<br />
E: roddaviesofcornwall@yahoo.co.uk www.raleighstyle.co.uk<br />
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No. of rooms: 3 Ensuite: 2 | Open: All year Rates: B&B PPPN £35 - £45<br />
Keith & Diana welcome you to Ingleside, situated in lovely secluded<br />
grounds away from traffic on the southern slope of Hollerday Hill.<br />
We have spectacular views overlooking Lynton Village, Station Hill and<br />
Summerhouse Hill. Lynton village centre is only a minutes walk from the<br />
house, with its restaurants, shops and famous Cliff Railway. As well as a<br />
walking centre Ingleside is a great base to tour from as we have our own<br />
secluded, level car park right next to the house.<br />
• B&B from £38 per person per night<br />
• All bedrooms have ensuites<br />
• Private level car park next to the house<br />
• Home cooked evening meals<br />
• Great guest reviews<br />
• Great walks direct from the door<br />
• South facing, ‘Sunniest spot in Lynton’<br />
• Fantastic views<br />
• Free Wi-Fi access<br />
Further information is<br />
available on our website<br />
www.visitdevon.co.uk<br />
English Riviera<br />
Exeter, Cathedral Yard Dining<br />
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a great choice of Caravan Holiday<br />
Homes, Surf Lodges with hot tubs,<br />
camping and touring.<br />
The perfect location with unforgettable<br />
views and a great choice of sea view<br />
all-weather pitches with immaculate<br />
facilities and cosy Farmhouses. There<br />
are FREE activities for all ages plus a<br />
professional golf course!<br />
No. of units: 236 | Open: 24 Mar – 30 Oct <strong>2017</strong><br />
Rates: PUPW £209 - £2999 Caravans/Motor Caravans/Tents £14 - £78<br />
No. of units: 3 | Open: 24 Mar – 30 Oct <strong>2017</strong><br />
Rates: PUPW £429 - £2699 Caravans/Motor Caravans/Tents £6 - £68<br />
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SELF-CATERING ACCOMMODATION // COMPETITION<br />
Ilfracombe<br />
Self Catering<br />
Chadfield<br />
Chadfield House,<br />
8 Avenue Road<br />
Ilfracombe EX34 9AT<br />
Tel: 01271 866622<br />
E: email@jasminejones.plus.com<br />
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Central Ilfracombe, minutes walk from beaches, high street<br />
and historic harbour. Spacious apartment on 2 floor with<br />
large balcony. Dogs welcome.<br />
No. of units: 1 Sleeps: 4 Open: All year<br />
Rates: B&B PUPW from £400<br />
North Morte Farm Caravan<br />
& Camping Park<br />
Family run caravan park, adjoining National Trust land, only<br />
500 yards from Rockham Beach and set in some of the most<br />
spectacular countryside in the south-west. We have direct access<br />
to the south-west coast path and is only 5 minutes walk from the<br />
village of Mortehoe with pubs, shops and Post Office.<br />
• Mortehoe • Woolacombe • North <strong>Devon</strong> • EX34 7EG<br />
Tel: 01271 870381 Email: info@northmortefarm.co.uk<br />
www.northmortefarm.co.uk<br />
Plymouth<br />
Plymouth Backpackers Hotel 102, Union Street PL1 3HL<br />
Tel: 01752 213033 E: Plymouthbackpackershotel@gmail.com<br />
www.plymouthbackpackershotel.co.uk<br />
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Units: 11 Sleeps: 47 | Open: All year | Rates: PPPW £80 - £175<br />
Further information is<br />
available on our website<br />
www.visitdevon.co.uk<br />
Self Catering<br />
Where the<br />
FUN Always<br />
Shines!<br />
Great<br />
Shows<br />
Amazing<br />
Value<br />
Beautiful<br />
Beaches<br />
For the best prices<br />
book online at...<br />
Come and see why 2 out of 3<br />
of our customers return!<br />
Dawlish Warren,<br />
South <strong>Devon</strong><br />
03451 65 62 65<br />
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SELF-CATERING ACCOMMODATION<br />
Little Torrington<br />
Self Catering<br />
Nr Newton Abbott<br />
Self Catering<br />
HHHH<br />
Smytham Manor<br />
Smytham Manor Leisure,<br />
Little Torrington EX38 8PU<br />
Tel: 01805 622110<br />
E: info@smytham.co.uk<br />
www.smytham.co.uk<br />
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A rural retreat in the heart of North <strong>Devon</strong>. Camping,<br />
caravanning, lodges, camping pods & holiday homes.<br />
Direct access to Tarka Trail. RHS Rosemoor close by.<br />
Easy reach of moors & beaches.<br />
No. of units: Touring Vans & Tents 30 Open: Mar - Nov<br />
Rates: Caravans & Motorhomes PPN £18-£30 Tents PPN £12.50 - £30<br />
Exeter Self Catering HHHH<br />
St Sidwells Town Houses A&B 2A & B, Oxford Road,<br />
EX4 6QU Tel: 07411 224321 E: culmvale@hotmail.com<br />
www.stsidwellstownhouse.co.uk<br />
Units: 2 Sleeps: 4 | Open: All year | Rates: PUPW £495 - £750<br />
Further information is<br />
available on our website<br />
www.visitdevon.co.uk<br />
Wooder Manor Holiday Homes<br />
Widecombe-In-The-Moor, South <strong>Devon</strong> TQ13 7TR<br />
Tel: 01364 621391 Email: woodermanor@gmail.com<br />
www.woodermanor.com<br />
Cottages, Coachhouse and ground floor converted stables nestled<br />
in picturesque valley - a patchwork of fields, hedgerows, stone<br />
walls, woodland moors & granite tors. Walking, cycling from the<br />
doorstep. Clean, well equipped, central heating. Sleeps 2-4, 4-6.<br />
Gardens, easy parking, bike storage. Resident owner. Widecombe<br />
village, cafés and pub level half mile. Short Breaks.<br />
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No. of units: 5 Sleeps: 2-4, 4-6 | Open: All year<br />
Rates: PUPW £350-£650 Short breaks available<br />
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DEVON ATTRACTIONS<br />
House of Marbles<br />
Attractions<br />
The Old Pottery, Pottery Rd<br />
Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbot<br />
TQ13 9DS<br />
Tel: 01626 835285<br />
E: enquiries@houseofmarbles.com<br />
www.houseofmarbles.com<br />
House of Marbles sells quality toys, games<br />
and gifts. A working glass factory, daytime<br />
restaurant and museums of glass, games and<br />
pottery are also onsite. Free parking and entry.<br />
<strong>Devon</strong> Cycling Holidays<br />
9am - 5pm Mon-Sat, 10am - 5pm Sunday<br />
Guide & Self led Cycling Holiday Packages in glorious <strong>Devon</strong><br />
Tel: 01392 271426<br />
E: info@devoncyclingholidays.co.uk<br />
www.devoncyclingholidays.co.uk<br />
8am until 8pm Mon-Sat, 10am-4pm Sun Open: All Year<br />
Barnstaple Pannier Market<br />
Pannier Market, Butchers Row, Barnstaple EX31 1BW<br />
Tel: 01271 379084<br />
E: pannier.market@northdevon.gov.uk<br />
www.northdevon.gov.uk/panniermarket<br />
Atrractions<br />
Atrractions<br />
9am-4pm Tues-Sat Open: All Year (& Mondays from April - Christmas)<br />
Castle Hill Gardens<br />
50 acres of privately owned 18th century gardens.<br />
A myriad of pathways leading to follies, statues and<br />
temples. River walk and panoramic views from the<br />
Castle. Youngsters and dogs on leads very welcome.<br />
Tearoom offering light lunches and delicious<br />
homemade cakes.<br />
Open daily except Saturdays<br />
11am to 5pm April – October<br />
Filleigh, Barnstaple EX32 0RQ<br />
Tel: 01598 760336 Ext1<br />
Email:gardens@castlehill-devon.com<br />
www.castlehilldevon.co.uk<br />
Café, Cycle Hire,<br />
Segways, Go Ape<br />
& much more...<br />
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...where memories are made<br />
Gorgeous cottages and contemporary apartments in<br />
stunning coastal and countryside locations throughout<br />
North <strong>Devon</strong> and Exmoor<br />
For more information call 01271 813777<br />
or visit www.marsdens.co.uk