TOP 10 PLACES TO SEE IN DEVON

Devon has lovely rolling green countryside, two amazing coastlines, nice little fishing villages, towns like Seaton, Crediton, Tiverton, and Torquay, and Ilfracombe, a seaside resort on North Devon coast. Most beautiful sights in Devon are Lost Gardens of Heligan, Dunster, Lynmouth, Cadbury Castle, and Wells Cathedral. Here is my must-see list of attractions:


1) Lundy Island is a three-mile stretch of rock of the coast of North Devon. You can get close to seals, puffins, sharks, and sizable variety of seabirds. Take a boat from Bideford or Lifracombe.


Key Facts

* Largest island in Bristol channel.

* Lies 12 miles off coast of Devon.* You can go snorkeling around playful gray seals.

* a helicopter leaves from Hartland Point; the flight to and from Lundy takes about 7 minutes.

* Marisco Tavern is the island's only pub.

* Ferry Oldenburg departs many times a week.* Can book to stay at Castle Cottage.

* You can birdwatch, dive, walk, explore, fish, climb, and more.


2) Dartmoor National Park The 365 square miles of wilderness opens to ancient woodland, quaint villages, moorland, and stone age ruins.


Key Facts

* There are caves, biggest population of bats, and abandoned mines in Dartmoor National Park.

* Enjoy horseriding through Dartmoor National Park.

* Things to do and see include riding a train, visiting a farm and petting cows, exploring beautiful landscape, seeing Dartmoor zoological park, cycling, or touring the House of Marbles.

* There are over 15 glamping sites in Dartmoor National Park for camping.

* Best views in Dartmoor National Park are west, Chagford from Meldon Hill; from Castle Drogo

* Top attractions are Garden House, Lydford Gorge, Castle Drogo, Buckland Abbey, and Morwellham Quay.

* Best walks and hikes in Dartmoor National Park are scattered over massive moorland, wetlands, tors, and forests..

* Dartmoor National Park permits wild camping; camping sites are: Langstone Manor Park, River Dart Country Park, Woodevis Park, and Barley Meadow Meadow Touring Park.

* You can't go on a safari in the protected Dartmoor National Park.

* It's difficult to decide whether to visit Exmoor or Dartmoor National Park; both offer fantastic scenic sights.

* East Down is a nice retreat centre surrounded by 18 acres of farming country.

* Can drive across scenic parts of Dartmoor National Park.

* Expect to pay parking fees.

* See largest lakes at Dartmoor National Park for watersport in south west.

* There are fine pubs, hotels, and restaurants near Dartmoor National Park.


3) River Dart is a lovely adventure playground for children of every age. Pubs line up all along the water, including nice little towns and opportunities to stroll through villages.


4) Salcombe is a town loaded with pretty pastel-painted houses, yachtie kinds, and sandy coves.


Key Facts

* Top places to visit near Salcombe are 18th century buildings: Smeaton's Tower, A La Ronde, Start Point Lighthouse, Royal Citadel, Folly, and Launcestor Castle.

* Visit beach huts at Salcombe, or holiday cottages such as Salcombe Holiday Homes, Salcombe Devon Holiday Cottage, or treat yourself to chocolate at Salcombe fudge shop.

* The Kingsbridge Estuary is located close to Salcombe.

* Holiday Parks in Salcome include Bolberry House Farms, Salcombe Retreat, Karrageen Caravan.

* Salcombe Crab Festival is celebrated on May 5 to raise money for charity.

* South Sands Ferry takes you from the heart of Salcombe to the South Sands beach, running from Easter to October.

* Best nightlife in Salcombe consisting of pubs and restaurants are: Fortescue Inn, Kings Arms, The Ferry Inn, and The Millbrook.

* Salcombe Drang Gallery has created a fine reputation in contemporary art by working with top artists, studios, and publishers. 

5) Okehampton Castle constructed at the hill after the Norman Conquest, the motte and bailey castle is supposedly haunted. There's a story that Lady Howard who once lived here, not only murdered all four of her husbands but also created a carriage with their bones!

6) East Prawle find hidden beaches where you can stroll along a fine coast path. In addition, there is a pub, The Pig's Nose, and a campsite where you can wake up with a wonderful sight of the ocean. Elender Cove is a lovely beach in Devon.

7) Arlington Court Museum view the red deer that roam the grounds, learn about a colony of bats who live here, or join the gardener to learn tips on how to grow your own food.
8) Dartmouth is south Devon's charming town with historic streets, beautiful countryside, and a scenic river.

Nice Places to Visit Near Dartmouth

* Dartmouth Castle take a bus to the castle, which is considered as English heritage.

* Bayard Cove Fort

* Dartmouth Museum

* Royal Avenue Gardens

* Blackpool Sands

9) Jurassic Coast From Devon begins this impressive coastline with gorgeous beaches, fossils being discovered every day, a forest, and hills that roll from their peak to the sea.

10) Clovelly is a must-see sight, to watch how residents skillfully use sledges to carry their shopping up and down Clovelly.

Extra attractions

Castle Drogo located in Devon, England. Julius Drewe paid to have the Castle Drogo built in 1911, which is regarded today as Dartmoor's finest buildings. It's the first 20th century building which the National Trust acquired. Its interior is undergoing much needed restoration; you can still see 14 bedrooms, including the library, Adrian's Memorial Room, to the chapel. Entrance fee is $10, 11-5.

* Castle Drogo Cafe sits near Teign Gorge.

* Can walk in the Teign Gorge or around Castle Drogo, or along Hunter's Path, or hike from Castle Drogo to the Fingle Bridge Inn.

Bronze Age Ritual Sites in Devon

* See remains of IronAge earthwork at Cadbury Castle Hillfor. The 3rd-century Roman shaft cluttered with personal items suggests site was used for ritual acts.

* See three Bronze Age stone rows on the slopes of Hartor Hill at Drizzlecombe, stretching between a sizable stone and a burial cairn.

3 Most Haunted Sites in Devon

1. Berry Pomeroy Castle hear screams at Margaret's Tower and thumps of knights jumping out to their deaths.

2. The Palace Theatre might hear disembodied screams coming from Mary, who died in the fire three months after its grand opening.

3. Chambercombe Manor In 1738 a tenant discovering a secret chamber, noticed the outline of a window without a corresponding room.

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