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Coast, countryside, culture and memorable days out no matter what time of year.
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Coast, countryside, characterful places and a thriving local culture — discover what makes East Devon so distinctive.
World-class coastline
The Jurassic Coast
Cliffs, coves and sweeping sea views shape one of Britain’s most remarkable coastlines, with spectacular places to discover all along East Devon.
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Coast & sea
Beautiful beaches
From broad family-friendly beaches to quieter coves and pebble shores, there’s always somewhere special to spend time by the water.
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Fresh air guaranteed
Countryside & walking
Follow coast paths, rivers, wooded valleys and rolling countryside through a landscape made for walking, cycling and slowing down.
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Full of character
Towns, villages & beaches
Seaside towns, market centres and characterful villages each have their own story, making East Devon rewarding to explore one place at a time.
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Taste East Devon
Exceptional food & drink
Independent restaurants, welcoming pubs, cafés, farm shops and local producers bring the flavours of coast and countryside straight to the table.
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Creative East Devon
Arts, culture & heritage
Galleries, museums, historic places, artists and makers give East Devon a cultural life every bit as rich as its landscape.
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Handpicked places, experiences and inspiration across East Devon.
Seaton Tramway
Seaton Tramway operates narrow gauge heritage trams between Seaton, Colyford and Colyton in East Devon’s glorious Axe Valley, travelling alongside the River Axe estuary…
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Killerton House
Would you give away your family home for your political beliefs? Sir Richard Acland did just that when he gave it to the National…
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Raceworld Indoor Karting
Discover the Ultimate Indoor Karting Experience at Raceworld! Planning your next adventure in Devon? Make sure to include a visit to Raceworld Indoor Karting,…
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World of Country Life
Devon’s multi-award-winning day out for the whole family at World of Country Life, Exmouth! With an amazing mix of animals, play areas, museums, and…
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Thelma Hulbert Gallery
Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG) is an award-winning public art gallery, based in Honiton. We host a changing exhibition programme of contemporary art & craft,…
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Kennaway House
Kennaway House is an events venue in a Regency mansion standing in its own grounds at the heart of Sidmouth. Kennaway House and its…
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Stuart Line Cruises
Stuart Line Cruises is a multi-award-winning, family-run passenger boat company based in Exmouth, East Devon. Sailing for over 50 years, they offer River Exe…
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The Donkey Sanctuary
No trip to East Devon is complete without visiting The Donkey Sanctuary. There’s a tranquil corner of the Jurassic Coast near Sidmouth that hundreds…
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Oakdown Holiday Park
Oakdown Holiday Park has been carefully fashioned by the Franks family for over 50 years. Once open Devonshire meadowland, the site is now a…
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The Old Kennels
Nestled in the heart of the beautiful Blackdown Hills, The Old Kennels offers short courses throughout the year in a variety of heritage arts,…
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Larkbeare Grange
Looking for a stunning country house bed and breakfast? Look no further than Larkbeare Grange, with its rural location that's easy to reach; situated…
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The Granary
This uber green, modern timber clad single storey property has space for four people; its private garden has a pond and amazing rural views.…
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Andrewshayes Holiday Park
Andrewshayes is an award winning holiday park set in beautiful countryside overlooking the valleys and rolling hills around the pretty village of Dalwood. The…
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THE PIG-at Combe
Really restaurants with rooms, with our Kitchen Gardens at the heart of everything we do. THE PIG-at Combe has 25 miles of menu, three…
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Smallicombe Farm
Family run working rare breed farm offering both self-catering and bed and breakfast accommodation. Four 4-star Gold Award winning cottages sleeping 2/3/4/6. Ranging from…
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Twistgates Farm Cottages
Twistgates Farm Cottages – a collection of self-catering holiday cottages nestling in the picturesque Blackdown Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, in East…
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Lower Keats Glamping
Safari Lodge Accommodation – As Featured on Channel 4’s Four In A Bed Experience multi-award-winning luxury glamping with wood-fired hot tubs at Lower Keats,…
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Hotel Elizabeth
Located at the heart of Sidmouth’s Regency Esplanade, the Elizabeth is in an unsurpassed position overlooking the red sandstone cliffs of the World Heritage…
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Ragini Restaurant
AWARD-WINNING AUTHENTIC TASTE OF BANGLADESH Ragini means melody, so like the notes that make up a perfect melody, we combine the perfect balance of…
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Greendale Farm Shop
Deep in the heart of the East Devon countryside, surrounded by acres of farmland, you’ll find the award-winning Greendale Farm Shop and its family-friendly…
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Dukes Inn
Dukes is a true Sidmouth mainstay – synonymous with the town’s historic esplanade, it is loved by the Sid Valley community and visitors alike.…
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Jack in the Green
Both a pub and restaurant, expect impressive cooking from head chef Matthew Mason, good local beers like Otter Ale, nearly a hundred different wines…
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Heron Farm
We are a small, family-run Vineyard, Kitchen, Event Space, and Shop on the outskirts of Honiton in East Devon. As custodians of the land,…
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Lyme Bay Winery
Lyme Bay Winery is a small, dedicated drinks company full of people who are passionate about producing delicious and award-winning English Wine, Fruit Wine,…
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Really restaurants with rooms, with our Kitchen Gardens at the heart of everything we do. THE PIG-at Combe has 25 miles of menu, three…
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Darts Farm
"I have seen the future of food shopping and it's not in London, Manchester or Edinburgh but on a road that runs alongside the…
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Otterton Mill Devon Ltd
Set beside the River Otter in one of Devon’s most beautiful coastal valleys, a warm welcome awaits you at Otterton Mill – the place…
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Lympstone Manor
Lympstone Manor is a luxury five-star country house hotel in Devon overlooking the tranquillity of the Exe Estuary and the Jurassic Coast. The hotel…
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Sidmouth Toy and Model Museum
The museum contains the toy and model collection of Ian and Rebecca Gregory, which has been accumulated over many years together with many toys…
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Exmouth Museum
Exmouth Museum & Heritage Centre is a small museum with a big heart at the heart of Exmouth, there are three galleries tracing the…
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Pebblebed Vineyard
Darts Farm’s beautiful Pebblebed Vineyard & Winery is situated on the edge of their farm, in a little village called Clyst St George, just…
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Situated on the Jurassic Coast and South West Coast Path this ‘gem of a museum’ celebrates and explains the history, geology, and geography of…
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Axminster Heritage Centre
We tell the local story from the prehistoric axe makers, the Iron Age hillforts, Roman roads, the Anglo-Saxon development of the Minster and subsequent…
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Eats Boutique
Pop up evening street food markets that travel around East Devon and West Dorset. The Eats Boutique food events offer an alternative way to…
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Ark Pottery
Drop in to our studio pottery in a lovely setting, which offers a range of hand-made pottery for sale, both decorative and useful. You…
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Sidmouth Wallspace Public Art Gallery
Billboard near the Ham which features changing art displays by local and international artists produced by Sidmouth School of Art. A shared creative public…
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Community Waffle House
The Waffle House is a 100% non-profit café and community space with a menu which centres around its trademark Liège waffles. Our vision is…
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East Devon Art Academy
We provide art workshops all year round. The workshops are taught by local, national and internationally renowned artists. Artists include Roger Dellar, Chris Forsey,…
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Colyton
There’s something about Colyton that makes it stick in the memory; its typically Saxon circular street arrangement, winding lanes and historic buildings catch the…
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Ottery St Mary
Standing on the River Otter, Ottery St Mary’s picturesque buildings and its magnificent church has inspired writers like Harry Potter author JK Rowling (referred…
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Sidmouth
Poet Laureate John Betjeman was captivated by Sidmouth, describing it as a town “caught still in a timeless charm” in his famed “lost” poem Still…
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Branscombe
Situated on the south coast between Seaton and Sidmouth, Branscombe is one of the most relaxing villages you’ll find along the Jurassic Coast. It’s…
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Beer
The picture-postcard village of Beer sells itself as a “little piece of heaven” and it’s easy to see why; its shingle beach boasts a…
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Axminster
The beautiful town of Axminster, filled with charm and character, stands on the River Axe. It achieved worldwide fame for its Axminster Carpets, first…
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Topsham
Topsham is a quaint and historic estuary port; yet despite its quiet, rural setting it manages to retain an eclectic cluster of specialist shops…
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Exeter
As Devon’s capital city, Exeter is renowned for its historic buildings, beautiful open spaces and fantastic high street, perfect for a day out blending…
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Lyme Regis
The unspoilt seafront of Lyme Regis, with its sheltered, south-facing beaches, attracts families year after year wanting a mix of activity and relaxation. The…
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Budleigh Salterton
The beautiful seaside town on the Jurassic Coast has a two-mile long beach and vibrant town centre, so it’s a great place to visit…
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OCT
8–24
Four of Swords Present: Orpheus
8 to 24 October 2026 (Thursday to Saturday) Shows at 6.30pm and 8.30pm
This October, Four of Swords leads you back into the belly of the earth, illuminated by candlelight, to witness an ancient tale of love,…
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OCT
9–18
Sidmouth Science Festival
9th-18th October 2026
Now an established part of the East Devon calendar. The Sidmouth Science Festival returns for ten days, celebrating science and its relevance to everyday…
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OCT
16
Ottery St Mary Carnival
16th October 2026
Ottery St Mary Carnival takes place on Saturday 16 October 2026, bringing an evening of illuminated floats, costumed entries and processions through the heart…
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NOV
5
Ottery St Mary Tar Barrels
5th November 2026
Join the excitement and community spirit of one of East Devon’s most extraordinary traditions, the Ottery St Mary Carnival Tar Barrels. Flaming barrels are…
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7 NOV
24 DEC
Present Makers 2026 at Thelma Hubert Gallery
7th November – 24th December 2
Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG) is an award-winning public art gallery in Honiton, hosting an acclaimed programme of contemporary art and craft exhibitions alongside a…
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MAY
21–22
Sidmouth Sea Fest
21–22 May 2027
Sidmouth Sea Fest is a free community festival celebrating the town’s connection to the sea, now held at its new home overlooking the coast…
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MAY
27–31
Sidmouth International Jazz and Blues Festival
27 May - 31 May 2027
Sidmouth Jazz and Blues Festival has firmly established itself as one of the UK’s leading boutique music festivals, and one of the highlights of…
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25 JUN
3 JUL
Budleigh Music Festival
25 June – 3 July 2027
A week-long celebration of the very best in music, Budleigh Music Festival brings some of the finest musicians in the world to the seaside…
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JUL
7
The Celebration of Speed
7th July 2027
Now in its fifth year, The Celebration of Speed returns to the grounds of Lympstone Manor on 8th July 2027 bigger and better than…
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