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Devon

Journey from wild coasts, moorland and curious historic houses to lush gardens and beaches. Plan your day out in Devon.

Places to visit

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Top places to visit in Devon

Visitors relaxing in the garden at Killerton, Devon, in August.
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Killerton 

A family home and a great estate. Glorious landscape garden surrounded by parkland with fine 18th-century house.

Exeter, Devon

Fully open today
Looking across a lawn at a mansion with a cloudy sky behind.
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Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 

Intriguing Regency house and impressive collection of horse-drawn vehicles, set in a picturesque garden.

near Barnstaple, Devon

Fully open today
View from above the castle, the castle is surrounded by a wooded gorge and dartmoor
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Castle Drogo 

Where dramatic architecture meets innovative family home. A 20th century castle overlooking the Teign Gorge.

near Exeter, Devon

Fully open today
Family in the gardens with a view of the house at Knightshayes
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Knightshayes 

A great post-war garden,19th-century parkland and grand Gothic Revival architecture by Victorian visionary William Burges.

Tiverton, Devon

Fully open today
Garden turns red and gold in autumn at Coleton Fishacre, Devon.
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Coleton Fishacre 

A 1920s country retreat complete with tropical garden by the sea.

Kingswear, Devon

Fully open today
A view of Saltram's Georgian house façade surrounded by colourful autumn leaves that have fallen on the lawn
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Saltram 

A house full of treasures, stories & intrigue. A garden with year round splendour, plus a park that cyclists, walkers, & our four legged friends love.

Plymouth, Devon

Fully open today
View of outside of Buckland Abbey in autumn
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Buckland Abbey 

Discovery, tranquillity and history – an ancient gem in the Tavy Valley landscape

Yelverton, Devon

Fully open today
White Georgian house at Greenway facing the river with grass lawn to the front and autumn trees to the side.
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Greenway 

At Greenway, the walled gardens, river views and romantic woodland combine to make up 'The loveliest place in the world' in the words of Agatha Christie.

near Brixham, Devon

Fully open today

Little gems

The north front of Compton Castle, Devon, covered by shadows from trees
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Compton Castle 

Dramatic fortified manor house and small formal garden.

Paignton, Devon

Closed now
Lower section of Whitelady Waterfall flowing towards the River Lyd with autumn leaves in the water
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Lydford Gorge 

The deepest river gorge in the South West, with 30m high waterfall

near Tavistock, Devon

Fully open today
Beautiful spring garden scene in the garden at A la Ronde, with tulips and bluebells
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A la Ronde 

Quirky 18th-century, 16 sided house with fascinating interior decoration and collections.

Exmouth, Devon

Fully open today
Blacksmith working in the water-powered forge at Finch Foundry, Devon
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Finch Foundry 

The last working water-powered forge in England.

Okehampton, Devon

Fully open today

Places to visit in Devon car-free

Whether you’re looking to travel by bus, train, bike or foot, there are many places in Devon you can visit without a car.

Walkers on the coastal path at Little Dartmouth, Devon
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Places you can visit in Devon without a car 

Whether you’re looking to travel by bus, train, bike or foot, there are many places that we care for in Devon that you can visit without a car. Here’s a little more information that can help you plan your a car-free day out.

Upcoming events

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Pym Mural Exhibition: Drawing Inspiration 

Buckland Abbey, Yelverton, Devon

Last year the Pym murals were uncovered for the first time in 10 years. Visitors are now invited to learn about the sources that inspired parts of the murals.

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8 Sep to 3 Nov 2024
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10:00 to 16:00
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Heritage Open Days 

Saltram, Plymouth, Devon

Heritage Open Days are coming to Saltram

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8 Sep to 15 Sep 2024
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10:00 to 16:15
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Creative Saltram 

Saltram, Plymouth, Devon

Inspired by Angelica Kaufman’s self-expression through art, music and poetry, this year Saltram celebrates work by Kauffman and other artists and makers at Saltram, offering ways to get creative on your visits this season.

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8 Sep to 1 Nov 2024
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10:00 to 16:15
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Garden Celebration at Arlington Court 

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum, near Barnstaple, Devon

The garden is blooming at the moment. Join us during September to celebrate its beauty and the hard work that goes into caring for the garden. Lots is going on between Monday 2 September and Friday 13 September, find out more here.

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8 Sep to 15 Sep 2024
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10:00 to 16:30
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Join in with the Summer of Play 

Castle Drogo, near Exeter, Devon

There’s lots of fun to be had this summer at Castle Drogo as we turn back the clock to the 1924 Paris Games.

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8 Sep 2024
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10:00 to 17:00
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Hydrangea Highlights 

Knightshayes, Tiverton, Devon

Enjoy the Hydrangeas on your visit to Knightshayes

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8 Sep to 14 Sep 2024
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10:00 to 17:00
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Heritage Open Days: Knightshayes 

Knightshayes, Tiverton, Devon

Knightshayes is taking part in Heritage Open Days Festival on Saturday 7 and Sunday September. Entry is free to all visitors.

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8 Sep 2024
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10:00 to 17:00
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Crafting sessions 

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum, near Barnstaple, Devon

Have a go at Hapa Zome a Japanese dyeing technique that involves hammering flowers to release their pigments, make a paper flower crown or craft a split pin bug - suitable for all ages.

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8 Sep 2024
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11:00 to 14:30
Visitors exploring the sand dunes and the woodland at Formby, Liverpool

Where will you visit next?

Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.