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Visit Devon
climbing to crabbing to sunbathing , Devon really does offer something for ever yone Endlessly dog friendly and full of family attractions, bars, Michelin star restaurants and so much more, there is always something to discover in Devon is is a count y of adventure, discover y and delicious food and drink . Here is where you will find an abundance of fresh fish and seafood, oen ser ved the same day it is caug ht, wonderful homegrown meat and fresh fruit and veg etables and of course, lots of clotted cream –perfect for a cream tea –something that Devon is particularly famous for, just remember, it is always cream first !
When you think of Devon, chances are you conjure thoug hts of sandy beaches, melting ice cream and nostalg ia for British summers g one by No matter where you are in Devon, you ’ re never too far from the beach, whether you want to spend the day sunbathing in South Devon, exploring the hidden coves and bays once frequented by pirates, challeng e yourself to some water sports in North Devon, where you’ll find the UK’s first surf reser ve, or explore the reg ion’s fascinating g eolog y along the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritag e Site. As of 2021, Devon was awarded fourteen Blue Flag Awards for their beaches. Blue Flag awards are g iven to areas that are recognised as being clean, safe and accessible, which is why Devon is a top choice for family-friendly holidays You can find the most recent Blue Flag beaches at Blackpool Sands, Broadsands Beach, Challaboroug h Beach, Dawlish Warren Beach, Exmouth Beach, Meadfoot Beach, Oddicombe Beach, Preston Sands, Sandy Bay, Sidmouth Town Beach, Teignmouth Town Beach, Torre Abbe y Beach, Westward Ho ! Beach and Breakwater Beach. You’ll also find Britain’s best beach here, at Woolacombe, so it is no wonder that Devon reminds us of beach holidays and sunshine – but it is so much more than that
With two coastlines and its old-world charm, it is easy to recreate your childhood holidays for your own families
In North Devon, you’ll find unparalleled coastal views and the reg ion known as L ittle Switzerland, which has inspired romantic poets for g enerations. Not content with being the UK’s favourite surf spot, North Devon is also home to the UK’s first Dark Skies Reser ve, something that is celebrated ever y year on Exmoor. is incredibly unique festival is one of the reg ion’s must-visit events and is a great way to truly experience the nig ht sky at isn’t the only fascinating festival you can enjoy in Devon, see a West Countr y tradition by visiting Otter y St Mar y in East Devon around Bonfire Nig ht – it is the only place in the UK that still takes part in Tar Barrel Rolling , where residents make their way around a route while carr ying burning tar barrels. It is also in Otter y St Mar y where you can witness the annual banishing of the villag e ’ s pixies on their Pixie Day ever y Summer Other unique events include a worm charming festival, the reenactment of hunting an earl and the British Firework Championships which takes place in Plymouth
Buckf ast Abbey
Free to enter, the historic monaster y of Buckfast Abbe y is home to a working communit y of Roman Catholic Benedictine Monks Located on the picturesque banks of the River Dart on the edg e of Dartmoor National Park, the Abbe y is a haven of peace and tranquillit y
Renowned for its stunning Abbe y Church, immersive Monastic Way Exhibition and extensive grounds and g ardens, visitors can enjoy recitals of choral and org an music by internationally renowned choirs and org anists ; as well as the delicious lunches and cream teas offered in e Grang e Restaurant.
Even larg er groups can enjoy finding individual contemplation and quiet when strolling throug h the Abbe y ’ s grounds.
e Abbe y also has three shops which offer an extensive rang e of items produced by monasteries all over the world, from g is, cards and books, to food and drink
For long er stays, visitors can explore the surrounding countr yside from the comfort of the 33-bedroom on-site Hotel – Northg ate House
Accommodation in Grang ehurst House is also available, offering an ideal base for groups taking part in activit y holidays, such as canoeing , rambling and fishing
Open between 10am – www.buckf ast.org.uk
4:30pm, Buckfast Abbe y is conveniently located just off the A38 and there is ample free parking for coaches and cars.
Daish’s Holidays
Daish’s Holidays is a familyowned and operated business that has 12 hotels, located in 10 popular tourist destinations across Eng land and Wales including Newquay and We ymouth e company also has its own fleet of luxur y coaches to transport g uests in comfort from a number of pick-up points across the UK , stretching from west Yorkshire to Cornwall
Customers have the choice between coach or self-drive options across Eng land and Wales. Each hotel offers local day trips and activities which can be booked at the hotel reception. Children enjoy free holidays or discounted prices depending on ag e.
Daish’s por tfolio of hotels includes :
Count y Hotel, Lake Distric
North Shore Hotel, Blackp
Somerset Hotel, L landudno
( Wales)Barrow field Hotel, NewquayDevonshire Hote
Torquay Hotel Prince Reg e and Russell Hotel, We ymou
Bournemouth Sands Hotel
Bournemouth Daish’s Hote
Isle of Wig ht Esplanade Hotel, Scarboroug h
Imperial Hotel, Eastbourne
Abbe y Lawn Hotel, Torqua
Five of Daish’s hotels have earned TripAdvisor's 2022 Travellers Choice Awards www.daishs.com
