Experience Devon 2017

Welcome
A warm
to the
Experience
Devon 2017
guide.
Welcome to Devon, home to some of England’s most diverse
and beautiful natural landscapes. In between the drama of the
rugged North Devon coastline and the beautiful golden beaches
of South Devon, are no less than 5 areas of Outstanding Natural
Beauty, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO Geopark, a
UNESCO World Heritage Site and two National Parks, possibly
the most famous of which is Dartmoor with over 350 square
miles to explore.
The famous historic cities of Exeter, founded by the Romans
in AD 50, and Plymouth, where the Pilgrim Fathers set sail
for North America on the Mayflower in 1620, are both full of
heritage attractions and cultural experiences. Along with superb
shopping from main high street retailers and independents, and
a renowned food and drink scene unique to each city, they are
must visit destinations whilst in Devon.
The English Riviera is one of England’s top seaside resorts,
famed for its fantastically warm micro-climate and exotic palm
trees. It has more attractions than any other resort in the UK
and is also a Global Geopark. The area in between here and
Plymouth is known as the South Hams, and features one of the
most beautiful stretches of coastline in the UK. You’ll discover a
strong rural and maritime heritage here, along with top quality
local food including the famous South Devon Crab.
North Devon has its own unique character, with the rugged
beauty of Exmoor National Park opening up to the spectacular
scenery of the North Atlantic and some excellent surfing spots.
It is also home to many stately homes, with their glorious
grounds, through to the steep cobbled street and deep blue
harbour in the timeless village of Clovelly.
With so much to offer, you’ll be spoilt for choice – just don’t
leave without sampling a traditional Devonshire cream tea
(clotted cream first, then jam on top!).
Contents
4 English Riviera
6 Plymouth
8 South Devon
10 Dartmoor National Park
12 Dartmoor the Heart of Devon
14 Exeter
16 North Devon & Exmoor
18 Devon’s Protected Landscapes
20 Exmoor National Park
22 Devon’s Top Attractions
24 Tourist Information
26 Activities in Devon
28 Accommodation
33 Attractions
Published by
Carrier Direct Marketing
(part of The Carrier Group)
Westacott Road, Barnstaple,
Devon, EX32 8AW
Tel: 01271 336000
www.carrierdirectmarketing.co.uk
www.thecarriergroup.couk
Designed by
Clevera Agency
(part of The Carrier Group)
Tel: 01271 336275
www.clevera.co.uk
All information in this guide has been
provided by the individual visitor areas
and was deemed correct at time of going
to print. CDM cannot accept responsibility
for any inaccuracies thereafter.
Front Cover: Image courtesy of Clovelly Estate,
photo by Dan Stubbins
EXPERIENCE DEVON 2017 in partnership with www.visitdevon.co.uk 3