Devon

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

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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.

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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.

A view of the outside of Castle Drogo through the nearby fir trees, in Devon

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Castle Drogo

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

Spring flowers in the garden with the house in the background at Knightshayes, Devon

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Knightshayes

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

White snowdrops in bloom around the trunk of a tree in the forefront, with a green lawn and house in the background.

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Coleton Fishacre

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

Saltram House pictured from the outside at winter with a tree in the foreground

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Saltram

A house full of treasures, stories and intrigue. A magical garden with year-round splendour, plus an extensive park for everyone to enjoy.

A panoramic view of Buckland Abbey seen from the north. The Great Barn stands out prominently to the left.

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Buckland Abbey

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

White manor house with gravel front and sloping green lawn, surrounded by magnolia trees with pink flowers.

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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.

Visitors taking photos with mobile phones on the viewing platform of the Devil's Cauldron at Lydford Gorge, Devon

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Lydford Gorge

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

View of A la Ronde, Devon, from the path.

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A la Ronde

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

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.

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.

A child and little dog running, with a family walking behind, at the grounds at Arlington Court, Devon

Family-friendly places around Devon and Exmoor

Visitor in the garden in summer at Castle Drogo in Devon

Outdoor activities in Devon

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.

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Write Your Own Fairytale Trail

Buckland Abbey, Yelverton, Devon

Buckland Abbey is a mystical place, follow the trail around the Abbey and gardens to create your own story!

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Locals week at Arlington Court - Free entry for EX postcodes

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

We invite you to enjoy a week of free fun at Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum. Simply bring along your driving license or bill to prove you live in an EX postcode area to gain free entry.

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Wild about spring trail

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

Explore the gardens and grounds as they come to life this spring. Discover fun facts about the estate's springtime animals and enjoy activities along the way.