Do you like to visit a place with a spooky story? Do you dare visit my list of most haunted Devon places with a ghostly connection? Don't just wait for Halloween at half term, Devon ghost hunts can be enjoyed year-round.
Places to Go Philip Eley
Give your weekend some sparkle with a day out exploring Devon topped off with one of the best carvery dinners that the county has to offer.
Classic Fodder Kayleigh Hardy
Take a wander around Dartmouth, one of the many gems on the coast of south Devon. With a colourful Maritime history, there's plenty to discover here.
Things to do Philip Eley
Make the most of October's crisp autumn weather with food festivals, carnivals, and more across Devon.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
We explored Dartmoor and South Devon in 48 hours to give you an idea of how much you can fit into a short break. Although we wouldn't recommend cramming all of this into your holiday, you can definitely see a lot of sights.
Places to Go Kayleigh Hardy
Culinary delights served with wistful views from some of Devon's most magical locations. Introducing some of our local food vans...
Classic Fodder Philip Eley
Join Lucy, our south Devon property manager, on a tour of her favourite places to eat in Brixham.
Classic Fodder Lucy M
Let yourself be whisked away to a bygone age with a nostalgic ride on the Dartmouth Steam Railway.
Things to do Philip Eley
Appeal to your inner hunter-gatherer and search for your own food in these foraging hot spots in south Devon.
Classic Fodder Philip Eley
A picture postcard place to stay, Bigbury On Sea benefits from a golden sandy beach, the beauty of Burgh Island and the rolling Devon hills.
Things to do Katie Chown
South Hams is one of the most beautiful areas in Devon. It’s got everything for dogs: beaches, hills, woods, streams and pretty villages.
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Christmas and New Year in Devon is a wonderful time to get out and explore all that the county has to offer. Here are some of our favourite activities for that quiet time between partying and socialising.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
Our top five Christmas markets and festivals in Devon. Perfect for getting started on finding ideas and gifts for the big day.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
Explore a new town and find things to do with children in Totnes - as we eliminated suspects and weapons we explored places with great names like Warland and Ticklemore Street.
Things to do Philip Eley
It is a real treat to visit the English Riviera on the trail of Agatha Christie’s life and work - she was born in Torquay, and this area of South Devon is full of places which inspired her. From houses where she lived, to places which feature in some of her most famous works, you are surrounded by her presence in Torbay.
Places to Go Philip Eley
Dawlish is a seaside town in south east Devon with a gentle air of sophistication yet still a great place for traditional bucket and spade holidays. With both Dawlish and Dawlish Warren full of ideas for a fun break, here is my guide of things to do in Dawlish.
Things to do Philip Eley
Just for a change, I thought we’d take a dog walk along Preston Beach in Paignton.
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Our Cockapoo, Monty, has thoroughly tried and tested all of these dog-friendly cafes and restaurants and thinks they’re all Grrrreat!
Classic Fodder Philip Eley
Love food? Love a beautiful view? Then this list of 5 fabulous places to eat with incredible views is for you.
Classic Fodder Philip Eley
Devon is a fabulous place for dogs, with many wide-open spaces for running around in. So, which beaches in South Devon are the most dog-friendly?
Places to Go Philip Eley
Kingsbridge is an attractive market town in its own right, but it is most often seen as a good base from which to explore the spectacular surrounding area of South Hams.
Things to do Philip Eley
Born and bred on Dartmoor’s doorstep, Tom Cull is a true Devon boy who makes pies to rival the pasty. Come to south Devon and see what he loves about the place.
Stories & Characters Katie Chown
Philip's poor children were dragged round all the playparks in the area just so he could tell you the top five in south Devon.
Places to Go Philip Eley
Bygones is one of those museums that feels like someone else’s dream. There is something terrifically enjoyable about it if you like chaos and eccentricity. In the end it was one of those days that we enjoyed mostly for quirky little odd moments rather than the place as a whole.
Places to Go Philip Eley
The house itself is impressive with fantastic period furnishings and beautifully decorated rooms, but the grounds are the star of the show.
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It’s very tempting to belt out a rendition of something from ‘The Sound of Music’, but all I can manage is ‘Bailey wait for me!’ as she disappears through some brambles.
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Take a wander around, picking up some interesting facts about Bigbury Bay while you're there; the life and times of a Huer, and the pilchard packers. Remember though, it is tidal!
Places to Go B Hutchings
Philip takes his children on a little tour of this south Devon village, from smugglers' tunnels to escaped meerkats.
Places to Go Philip Eley
The phrase ‘pram-friendly beach’ is almost a contradiction in terms. If there is any surface designed to test even the most all-terrain of pushchairs it is a beach. But we might've found one...
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The highlight of the trail was a large carved wooden sculpture of the Gruffalo which my five year old in particular adored.
Places to Go Philip Eley
No sounds of worldly toil ascending there Mar the full burst of prayer
Things to do Molly and the Princess
They say Dartington is situated on a ley line – now I’m not sure about all that hippy stuff, but one thing I do know is I always feel an incredible sense of calm and beauty when I visit.
Places to Go Molly and the Princess
The flowers are short-lived, and so once they are out, you should grab the opportunity to see them at their best...
Places to Go Molly and the Princess
The Jewell family experience their first glamping holiday in Devon...
Visitors' Book Jakie Jewell