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.

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.

Stone house and gardens covered in white snow

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Coleton Fishacre

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

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

A view of the south face of the Abbey from the lawn. Snow covers the grass and trees.

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Buckland Abbey

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

White manor house and grass lawn dusted in a layer of white snow

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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.

The white strands of Whitelady Waterfall flow down the rock face, green moss either side, at Lydford Gorge

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Lydford Gorge

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

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

Christmas around Devon and Exmoor

Discover unique houses and gardens in Devon and Exmoor transformed for Christmas.

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.

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.

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.

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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'Hidden Species' Wildlife Photography Exhibition

Killerton, Exeter, Devon

Explore Ashclyst Forest through the lens of award-winning wildlife photography series, 'Hidden Species', by Holly Daniels.

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Autumn Colour: Formal & Woodland Garden Walks

Knightshayes, Tiverton, Devon

Discover the best of Autumn in the Formal & Woodland Garden on a self guided walk

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Victorian Christmas at Knightshayes

Knightshayes, Tiverton, Devon

Discover the magic of Christmas at Knightshayes

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Sir Alfred Munnings and the Exmoor School exhibition

Lorna Doone Valley, Lynton, Devon

Sir Alfred Munnings and the Exmoor School exhibition is a captivating selling exhibition celebrating the artistic legacy of Exmoor’s landscape, featuring works by some of the most influential artists in the 20th century.

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Christmas in the Garden

Knightshayes, Tiverton, Devon

Can you find all of the decorated trees?

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Christmas at Castle Drogo

Castle Drogo, near Exeter, Devon

Get into the festive spirit at Castle Drogo this winter. The castle will be traditionally dressed with trees, garlands and of course lights to give that feel-good glow of Christmas.