Elevate Festival, Exeter Northcott and Barnfield Theatre1 to 4 November 2026. New theatre, scratch nights and shorts.Where to stayWhere to eatGetting there
Winter Warmer Trail, Donkey Sanctuary, Sidmouth3 November 2026 to 3 February 2027. Trail sheets £5, free entry and parking.Where to stayWhere to eatGetting there
Plymouth Bonfire Night and Fireworks, The Hoe5 November 2026. Free to watch. Food from 4pm, bonfire at 7pm, fireworks over the Citadel at 7.30pm. Fairground on the Promenade until 10pm. Goes ahead unless officially cancelled.Where to stayWhere to eatGetting there
Exmouth RNLI Fireworks, Exmouth Rugby Club6 November 2026. Gates 5.30pm, fireworks 7pm. Tickets about £7, under-threes free.Where to stayWhere to eatGetting there
South West Brass Band Annual Championships, Riviera International Centre, Torquay7 November 2026. The 78th annual event.Where to stayWhere to eatGetting there
Fireworks Night, Blue Ball Inn, Lynmouth7 November 2026. Pizza 5pm, music 6pm, fireworks 8pm. Booking recommended.Where to stayWhere to eatGetting there
Pubs by area and town, restaurants town by town, chip shops and takeaways, and restaurants by type: seafood, Sunday roasts, fish and chips, vegetarian, fine dining and cream teas.
Teignmouth. Photo: the site owner.A black swan, Dawlish. Photo: the site owner.A pint of Alpacalypse session IPA at the Smugglers Arms, Dawlish. Photo: the site owner.A black swan on its nest, Dawlish. Photo: the site owner.A steam train at Kingswear station above Dartmouth marina. Photo: the site owner.Boats moored off a South Devon harbour town. Photo: the site owner.
Breweries
Barnaby's Brewhouse, StavertonBeers include an English IPA, Green Tomato Saison, EthicAle, Spiced Seville Ale, Dark Dunkel and a pilsner.
Bays BreweryTorbay. Beers include Gold, Topsail, Devon Dumpling and Devon Rock craft lager.
Bridgetown Brewery, TotnesBrewed at the Albert Inn. Beers include Albert Ale, Bridgetown Bitter, Shark Island Stout and Cheeky Blond.
Devon Earth Brewery, PaigntonBeers include Devon Earth, Grounded and Lost in the Woods.
Ivybridge Brewing CompanyIvybridge, on the edge of Dartmoor.
Red Rock BreweryBishopsteignton. Family-run, vegan-friendly craft ales. CAMRA now lists it as no longer brewing, so check before visiting.
Riviera Brewing Co, Stoke GabrielBeers include Riviera Gold, Devonian, Drunken Porter, Torbay Express and Beach Blonde.
Salcombe Brewery Co.Ledstone, Kingsbridge. Beers include Salcombe Pale Ale, Island Street Porter, Seahorse and Salcombe Gold.
South Hams Brewery & TaphouseOverlooking Start Bay. Beers include Devon Pride, Eddystone and Wild Blonde.
Steel Brew Co and Roam Brewing CoPlymouth taprooms, at Royal William Yard and Peverell.
Teignmouth BreweryTeignmouth. Established 2019 with three core ales, including the mild Penny Black.
Teignworthy Brewery, Newton AbbotAt Tuckers Maltings. Beers include Reel Ale, Spring Tide, Old Moggie, Neap Tide, Beachcomber and Gun Dog.
Totnes Brewing CompanyBeers include Ink, Woodsmans IPA, Duck Medicine, Ziggy's Chin and Tropango.
TQ BeerworksListed at South Brent by South Devon CAMRA, though another source places it in Torquay. Beers include The APA, The Stout and The Pale Ale.
Paused or closed, according to CAMRA: New Lion Brewery in Dartington (mothballed), Platform 5 in Torquay (not brewing), Hunters Brewery in Ipplepen (in administration in 2023) and Red Rock. Check before you plan a visit.
Farm shops & producers
Occombe Farm, PaigntonReopened under new owners Greendale after a period closed. The café and play area reopened in August, with more planned, so check what's open before you go.
Ben's Farm Shop, StavertonStaverton, Totnes TQ9 6AF. Formerly Riverford Farm Shops. Butcher, deli and café serving hot food until 3pm. A Totnes shop is at 38 High Street.
Sandridge Barton Wines, Stoke GabrielAward-winning winery on a 450 acre estate.
By carDraft route idea: A381 from Totnes through Kingsbridge to Salcombe, with farm shop and brewery stops along the way. Torbay Council sold multi-day car park permits for its pay and display car parks (£28 for 4 days, £50 for 8 days at the time of writing), so check current prices.
By trainTotnes and Newton Abbot are on the mainline. Ivybridge has a station on the edge of Dartmoor. The Dartmouth Steam Railway runs from Paignton to Kingswear, where the Dartmouth ferry crosses the river.
By busStagecoach is the main operator, with services from Exeter, Plymouth and Torquay to towns such as Totnes, Salcombe and the villages. Torquay to Occombe Farm has a direct bus. Torbay Buses also runs local services in Torquay, Paignton and Brixham.
By boatFerries link Torquay, Paignton and Brixham from late March to late October, taking about 30 minutes. Boats sail from Torquay and Brixham to Dartmouth, about 1.5 hours each way. The Higher and Lower Ferries cross Dartmouth to Kingswear daily, and a seasonal ferry runs from Dartmouth to Dartmouth Castle. Boats go up the river to Totnes, depending on the tide. Salcombe to East Portlemouth is another short crossing.
By bikeCycle routes run around Torbay, and bikes can be rented at Paignton Velopark.
On footThe whole Torbay coastline is part of the South West Coast Path, and the path runs on along the South Hams coast. Many of the beach cafes, pubs and farm shops listed here sit on or close to it.
TaxiTaxi ranks sit outside the main stations. Torbay Taxis and Price First were listed as operating all year, including 6, 7 and 8 seaters for groups.
See Getting around for general tips. Timetables, fares and seasons change, so check with the operator or Traveline South West before you travel.
Farm shop & producer 1 – name, location, what to buy, photo.
Farm shop & producer 2 – name, location, what to buy, photo.
Pubs & taprooms – best places to drink local, with opening times.
Weekend plan – a two-day route linking a brewery, a farm shop and a great pub lunch.
Torquay & Torbay
The English Riviera: Torquay, Paignton and Brixham, with their own pubs, hotels, places to stay, restaurants and events. Compiled from CAMRA, the English Riviera tourist board and accommodation guides, so check details before you book.
Babbacombe, Torquay. Photo: the site owner.Paignton pier. Photo: the site owner.Goodrington Sands, Paignton, with a steam train passing the beach huts. Photo: the site owner.Goodrington Sands and its beach huts, Paignton. Photo: the site owner.The red sand of Goodrington Sands on a bright day. Photo: the site owner.A view across Torbay from the cliffs. Photo: the site owner.The lighthouse on Brixham breakwater. Photo: the site owner.Dogs playing on a red-sand Torbay beach. Photo: the site owner.Cockington village and its thatched cottages. Photo: the site owner.Weavers Cottage tea garden, Cockington. Photo: the site owner.A lane through Cockington village. Photo: the site owner.The gardens at Cockington Court. Photo: the site owner.The lake at Cockington Court. Photo: the site owner.The church at Cockington. Photo: the site owner.Our Glass, the glassblowing studio and shop at Cockington Court. Photo: the site owner.Molten glass on a blowpipe at the Cockington glass studio. Photo: the site owner.Shaping hot glass at the Cockington studio. Photo: the site owner.The glass furnace at Cockington. Photo: the site owner.Torbay Gin at Cockington Court. Photo: the site owner.A sculpted head on a wall at Cockington Court. Photo: the site owner.
Statue on the Torquay harbourside
Breweries & taprooms
Bays Brewery, PaigntonBeers include Gold, Topsail, Devon Dumpling and Devon Rock craft lager.
Devon Earth Brewery, PaigntonBeers include Devon Earth, Grounded and Lost in the Woods.
Platform 5 Brewing Co., TorquaySouth Devon CAMRA lists it as not currently brewing, so check before you visit.
TQ Beerworks Taphouse, TorquaySmall, family-run craft brewery and bar. Listed by South Devon CAMRA, which also holds branch socials there.
Pubs & bars
Apple and Parrot, TorquayBar that describes itself as the home of live music in Torbay. Dog friendly.
Bell Inn, BrixhamListed by South Devon CAMRA.
Cider Press, TorquayListed by CAMRA, including on South Devon CAMRA's real cider pub list.
Clocktower, TorquayReal ale pub listed by CAMRA.
Crown & Anchor, BrixhamListed by South Devon CAMRA.
Devon Arms, TorquayReal ale pub listed by CAMRA.
The Dolphin, St MarychurchListed by South Devon CAMRA for real ale and cider.
The Embassy Tavern, PaigntonCommunity pub with value drinks and meals. Family and dog friendly.
Henry's Bar, PaigntonReal ale bar listed by CAMRA, and a branch social venue.
The Hole in the Wall, TorquayPub listed by the English Riviera tourist board.
Cary Arms & Spa, BabbacombeBoutique hotel above Babbacombe Bay with 21 rooms, suites and beach huts, a gastropub restaurant, a spa and family cottages.
The Grand Hotel, TorquayHome of Restaurant 1881, with an AA rosette.
Headland Hotel & Spa, TorquayListed among the English Riviera's award-winning places to stay.
The Imperial TorquayHotel with afternoon tea, cocktails and spa days.
Lincombe Hall Hotel & Spa, TorquayHotel with an award-winning luxury spa.
Livermead Cliff Hotel, TorquaySeafront hotel with a bar listed by South Devon CAMRA.
Orestone Manor Hotel, TorquayHotel that runs events such as fireworks nights and murder mystery dinners.
Osborne Hotel, TorquayHotel with the Crescent Restaurant and The Terrace.
Travelodge Torquay and Travelodge PaigntonBudget chain rooms.
Trecarn Hotel, TorquayBritannia Hotels property.
B&Bs & guest houses
25 Boutique B&B, TorquayBoutique B&B described as multi award winning.
Blue Waters Lodge, PaigntonGuest house with Visit England awards.
Court Prior Boutique B&B and Apartment, TorquayBoutique B&B with an apartment.
Driftwood Boutique B&B, BrixhamBoutique B&B.
The Torcroft, TorquayGuest accommodation described as multi award winning.
Tower Hall, TorquayGuest house.
Trafalgar House, TorquayGuest house.
Tynedale B&B, TorquayFour individually styled rooms overlooking Torquay beach, known for breakfasts. Children over 15 are welcome.
Self-catering
Torquay TownhouseSelf-catering in Torquay.
Trade Winds, Customs Court, BrixhamSelf-catering in Brixham.
Campsites & caravan sites
Beverley Holidays, PaigntonCamping and caravan site, described as multi award winning.
Whitehill Country Park, PaigntonCamping and caravan site.
The English Riviera tourist board lists over 130 places to stay, from hotels and guest houses to holiday parks and pubs with rooms. See its Torquay accommodation directory and the main Where to stay section for more.
What's on
Bay of LightsFree winter illumination trail along Torquay seafront, from 28 November 2026 to 3 January 2027.
Christmas Scenes & Illuminations, Babbacombe Model Village22 November 2026 to 3 January 2027.
Winter Fest in the Barn, Torre Abbey28 November to 13 December 2026.
Quaywest Christmas Market, Paignton12, 13, 19 and 20 December 2026.
Brixham Pirate Festival1 to 3 May 2027.
Torbay Pride, Torre Abbey Meadows12 June 2027.
Electric Bay Festival, Torre Abbey Meadows10 and 11 July 2027.
Torbay Steam Fair, Churston Ferrers6 to 8 August 2027.
The Agatha Christie Festival, Torre Abbey11 to 19 September 2027.
By carTorbay Council sold multi-day car park permits for its pay and display car parks (£28 for 4 days, £50 for 8 days at the time of writing). Check current prices.
By trainTorquay and Paignton are on the Riviera line, and Newton Abbot and Totnes are on the mainline. The Dartmouth Steam Railway runs from Paignton to Kingswear.
By busStagecoach South West and Torbay Buses run services connecting Torquay, Paignton, Brixham and local attractions.
By boatFerries link Torquay, Paignton and Brixham from late March to late October, about 30 minutes. Boats sail from Torquay and Brixham to Dartmouth, about 1.5 hours each way.
By bikeCycle routes run around the bay, and Paignton Velopark rents bikes.
On footThe whole Torbay coastline is part of the South West Coast Path.
TaxiTaxi ranks sit outside the stations. Torbay Taxis and Price First operate all year, including 6, 7 and 8 seaters.
See Getting around for general tips. Timetables, fares and seasons change, so check with the operator before you travel.
A Dartmoor pony grazing below a tor. Photo: the site owner.Heather and granite on the moor. Photo: the site owner.Ponies grazing among heather and gorse on Dartmoor. Photo: the site owner.A robin on a lichen-covered branch. Photo: the site owner.A young robin on the grass. Photo: the site owner.Two bees on an orange dahlia. Photo: the site owner.A moss-covered stone bridge. Photo: the site owner.A fast-flowing river after rain. Photo: the site owner.A stream tumbling through the woods. Photo: the site owner.
Granite tors on DartmoorA stacked torA Dartmoor sheepA white pony
Breweries
Bere Brewery, Bere AlstonTavistock area. Listed by Plymouth CAMRA.
Black Tor BreweryChristow, Teign Valley, on the eastern edge of Dartmoor. Beers included Pride of Dartmoor and Raven. South Devon CAMRA lists it as no longer brewing, so check before visiting.
Dartmoor BreweryStation Road, Princetown PL20 6QX. England's highest brewery. Beers include Jail Ale, Legend, Dartmoor IPA, Dartmoor Best and the black treacle Dragon's Breath.
Morwell Brewery, Morwellham QuayTavistock area. Listed by Plymouth CAMRA.
Stannary Brewing Co.Tavistock, on the edge of Dartmoor. Taproom with local ciders, wines and spirits. Beers include Stannary Pale, PL19 lager, All That Jazz and Reverse Camber.
Closed, according to CAMRA: Moorstone Brewery at Mary Tavy (ceased in 2018) and Bale Ale at Brentor.
Farm shops & producers
Ashridge CiderOrganic soft drinks and ciders.
Bovey Tracey Farmers MarketLocal produce from nearby growers and makers. Check dates.
Buckfastleigh Farmers' MarketListed on the Dartmoor National Park events page. Check dates.
Cotehele apple juice (National Trust)Apple juice made from the estate's own orchard.
Countryman CiderCider producer with an off-licence shop.
Dartmoor ButchersFamily butcher business.
Dartmoor Chilli FarmGrows sweet peppers and chillies.
Dartmoor-edge distilleryWhisky tasting experiences near Newton Abbot. Name and details to confirm.
Eversfield Organic Tavistock Farm ShopListed by Taste of the West.
The Fish DeliDeli and fish shop.
Palmers of TavistockFamily butcher with a deli and home-made pies.
Strawberry Fields Farm Shop, LiftonWest of Dartmoor, on the Devon-Cornwall border. Butchery, bakery and deli, with its own beef, lamb, pasties, jams and honey.
Sunningdale Nurseries, St DominickTurkey farm in the Tamar Valley.
Tavistock Farmers MarketLocal produce. Check dates with Visit Tavistock.
Tavistock Pannier MarketHistoric market on the western edge of Dartmoor.
Tuckers Market, BuckfastCountry market and grocery.
By carDraft route idea: B3357 from Tavistock across the moor to Princetown, past Dartmoor Brewery. Roads are narrow and the moor has free-roaming ponies and livestock, so drive slowly.
By trainThere is no station on the high moor. Use Exeter, Newton Abbot, Totnes, Ivybridge or Plymouth, then a bus or taxi.
By busFrom Exeter Bus Station, Stagecoach runs to Okehampton (Bay 6, about an hour) and Country Bus runs to Moretonhampstead (Bay 5, about an hour). The Haytor Hoppa (271) runs from Newton Abbot to Bovey Tracey, Haytor and Widecombe on Saturdays in season. To reach Princetown, take a bus from Plymouth to Yelverton, then Plymouth Citybus route 98 a few times a day, but not on Sundays. Seasonal services 171 and 172 have run between Newton Abbot and Tavistock via the moor, with £2 fare caps. The dates I found were from 2024, so check this year's.
By bikeThe Granite Way, a traffic-free path between Okehampton and Lydford on the western edge, is popular with cyclists, but the moor roads are steep. Check where you can hire bikes.
On footThe moor is open access in many areas, and many inns are reachable on foot from a bus stop or car park. Take a map, check the weather, and allow time to get back before dark.
TaxiTaxis from Okehampton, Tavistock, Ashburton and Bovey Tracey cover places buses don't reach. Book ahead, especially for a pickup from a remote pub.
See Getting around for general tips. Timetables, fares and seasons change, so check with the operator or Traveline South West before you travel.
Brewery or inn profile 1 – name, location, signature beer, tasting notes, photo.
Brewery or inn profile 2 – name, location, signature beer, tasting notes, photo.
Walk and pint route – a short circular walk ending at a taproom.
Farm shops & producers – cheese, pasties, preserves and where to find them.
Weekend plan – a two-day route linking a brewery, a farm shop and a moorland inn.
Verity on Ilfracombe pier, with St Nicholas Chapel behind. Photo: the site owner.Along the pier to Verity, Ilfracombe. Photo: the site owner.
Breweries and producers are listed A–Z, not ranked. Many breweries here are confirmed only through the North Devon CAMRA list, so check that each is still brewing and open to visitors before you travel.
Breweries
Art BrewBrightwater Farm, Sutcombe. Listed by North Devon CAMRA.
Barum BreweryBarnstaple. Founded in 1996, brewing behind The Reform Inn in Pilton. Beers include the award-winning Firing Squad.
Clearwater BreweryGammaton Road, Bideford. Listed by North Devon CAMRA.
Country Life BreweryThe Big Sheep, Abbotsham, Bideford EX39 5AP. North Devon's biggest brewery, with a brewery shop. Free samples in peak season.
Fat Belly BreweryBrewed at The Cottage Inn, Lynbridge, Lynton. Listed by North Devon CAMRA.
Grampus BreweryThe Grampus Inn, Lee, Ilfracombe EX34 8LR. Beers include Grampus Ale, Grampus Bitter, Hoppy Dog, Kraken and Orcadia. Summer Saturday taproom, so check times.
GT AlesChivenor Business Park, near Barnstaple. Listed by North Devon CAMRA.
Heddon Valley AlesBrewed under licence by Barum Brewery in Pilton, Barnstaple.
Holsworthy AlesCircuit Business Park, Clawton, Holsworthy. Listed by North Devon CAMRA.
Jolly Boat BreweryThe Coach House, Buttgarden Street, Bideford EX39 2AU. Brewing since 1995, founded by Hugh and Simon Parry.
Madrigal BreweryAbout twelve beers, from juicy pales to old ales, using ingredients such as local blueberries and liquorice. North Devon CAMRA lists it at Manor Green, Lynmouth, while an earlier source said Ilfracombe, so check the location before you visit.
The Tally Ho! BreweryMarket Street, Hatherleigh. Listed by North Devon CAMRA.
The Tapyard RiversideBarnstaple. Former Skinner's taproom with drinks and food.
Taw Valley BreweryWestacott Farm, North Tawton. Listed by North Devon CAMRA.
Yelland Manor BreweryLower Yelland Farm, Yelland, Barnstaple EX31 3EN, on the Taw Estuary near the Tarka Trail. Production is seasonal, and brewery tours are offered by arrangement.
Pubs
The Ancient Mariner, LynmouthFriendly pub with homemade food and local drinks.
Barnstaple & North Devon Liberal Club9 Cross Street, Barnstaple EX31 1BA. Real ale club, check visitor rules.
Barum GateWhiddon Valley, Barnstaple EX32 8RY. Changing cask ales and bottled beers.
The Blue Ball Inn, LynmouthTraditional inn with dining and rooms, and a welcome for pets.
The Cottage Inn, LynbridgeHome of Fat Belly Brewery, and a local favourite for Thai curries.
The Crown Hotel, LyntonFamily- and dog-friendly pub with rooms, local food and real ales.
The Fox & Goose Inn, ParracombeFood-focused inn serving seasonal dishes and local ales, with rooms near the Heddon Valley.
Green ManPilton Street, Barnstaple EX31 1PJ. Free house.
The Old Station House Inn, Blackmoor GateHistoric pub with traditional food and railway heritage.
The Rising Sun, LynmouthHarbourside hotel with old-world character and sea-view rooms.
The Rockford Inn, Brendon Valley17th-century riverside pub with rooms, real ales and home-cooked meals. Popular with walkers.
The Staghunter's Inn, BrendonRiverside inn popular with walkers and dog owners.
Tarr Farm Inn, near Tarr StepsInn near the Tarr Steps clapper bridge on southern Exmoor.
Blackberry Farm, Milton DamerelFamily-run farm with the Lizzy's Larder shop, started in 2002 and award-winning. The kitchens make pies, pasties, sausages, soups and cakes, and the tearoom serves afternoon tea in the garden.
The Braunton DeliIndependent deli championing local producers.
Collect Fish and Serene Skye Fishing, AppledoreSeafood supplier and family fishing business.
Freebird Free Range PoultryFree-range poultry producer.
Grattons Butchers, BarnstapleLocal butchers.
Johns of InstowFamily-run grocery, deli, cafe and bakery with over 90 years of history. There is a sister shop in Appledore.
Local Farm BoxProduce, meat and dairy from local farms, delivered.
Made-Well, HatherleighCommunity project with a shop selling farm-reared pork, lamb and beef, local vegetables and crafts, plus gardens and paddocks with donkeys and goats.
Quance Wines, BarnstapleEnglish wines from a boutique Devon vineyard.
Reeds ButchersNorth Devon butcher.
Twitchen Farm, WoolacombeSmall organic, sustainable family farm.
West Country CheeseCheese deli.
Wicked Wolf Gin, BrendonWicked Wolf Exmoor Gin is pot-distilled in 100-litre batches on the banks of the River Lyn, with 11 botanicals including hibiscus and kaffir lime leaves. Contact the distillery before visiting, as no tours are advertised.
Markets
Barnstaple Pannier MarketHistoric market on Butcher's Row, open most weekdays and Saturdays. Check days, as one source says Tuesday to Saturday and another Monday to Saturday.
Bideford Country Market, NorthamFriday morning at the leisure centre.
Bideford Pannier MarketTuesday and Saturday, with local produce sold since the 13th century.
Bratton Fleming Farmers' MarketFourth Saturday of the month, except December and January.
Braunton and Wrafton Farmers' MarketsMonthly, second Saturday.
Combe Martin (Shammick) Farmers' MarketThird Saturday of the month.
Great Torrington Pannier MarketFriday and Saturday.
Hartland Farmers' MarketFirst Sunday of the month, except January.
Holsworthy Outdoor MarketWednesday.
Ilfracombe Farmers' MarketFirst Saturday of the month.
Lynton Farmers' MarketFirst Saturday of the month, except January.
South Molton Pannier MarketThursday and Saturday mornings.
Market days and times change, so check before you go.
By carDraft route idea: A361 from Barnstaple to Braunton and Ilfracombe, then the A39 towards Bideford. Exmoor and the north coast have steep, narrow lanes, and summer parking at Croyde and Woolacombe fills early.
By trainThe Tarka Line runs Exeter to Barnstaple, with Eggesford about halfway. There are no mainline stations on the coast or inside Exmoor National Park. The nearest for Exmoor are Taunton and Tiverton Parkway.
By busBarnstaple is the hub. Route 21B runs Barnstaple to Ilfracombe via Braunton, and route 301 runs Barnstaple, Ilfracombe, Hele Bay, Watermouth and Combe Martin. Route 31 runs to Woolacombe via Mortehoe (Taw & Torridge Monday to Saturday, Stagecoach on Sundays and bank holidays). Routes 309 and 310 run Barnstaple to Lynton and Lynmouth via Parracombe and Woody Bay, daily in summer and Monday to Saturday in winter. The Exmoor Coaster (300) has run Minehead to Lynmouth and Ilfracombe three times a day, seven days a week, in summer. Many single journeys have been capped at £3, but check.
By rail and cliffThe Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway is a water-powered funicular, open from mid-February to November. A short heritage line runs on the old Lynton and Barnstaple Railway between Woody Bay and Killington Lane.
By bikeThe Tarka Trail is traffic-free for much of its length, including Barnstaple to Eggesford, and cycle hire is available in the Barnstaple and Braunton area. The Sustrans Westcountry Way (Route 3) links Barnstaple with Tiverton Parkway and Taunton across Exmoor.
On footThe South West Coast Path runs along the north coast, and the Tarka Trail runs between Barnstaple and Eggesford. The Slow Ways network links Exmoor with nearby towns. Walks can be steep, so wear proper footwear.
TaxiTaxis serve Barnstaple, Bideford, Ilfracombe and Lynton. Book ahead for evenings and for rural pubs.
See Getting around for general tips. Timetables, fares and seasons change, so check with the operator or Traveline South West before you travel.
Plymouth Hoe from the water. Photo: the site owner.A painted sailor statue on a bench, Southside Street, Plymouth Barbican. Photo: the site owner.The giant Messenger sculpture outside Theatre Royal Plymouth. Photo: the site owner.The Messenger sculpture from the side, with a Plymouth city bus behind. Photo: the site owner.Plymouth Gin, Black Friars Distillery, on the Barbican. Photo: the site owner.The Plymouth Naval Memorial on the Hoe. Photo: the site owner.Plymouth Christmas Market sign, with the Plymouth Penguins. Photo: the site owner.Smeaton’s Tower on Plymouth Hoe. Photo: the site owner.A Royal Navy submarine alongside at Devonport, seen from the water. Photo: the site owner.Royal Navy ships at Devonport, seen from the water. Photo: the site owner.Royal Navy frigates at Devonport, seen from the water. Photo: the site owner.The House That Jack Built mural above the entrance on the Barbican. Photo: the site owner.
Breweries & taprooms
Roam Brewing Co. and Brewery TapPeverell. Brewery, taproom and kitchen, with eight core live beers plus seasonal and one-off brews.
Steel Brew Co TaproomPlymouth CAMRA lists the Steel Brew brewery as ceased trading in August 2022, so check the taproom is open. Royal William Yard, in the former Mills Bakery building. Craft keg beers and third-pint tapas.
Wilful Beer CoMicropub and taproom with craft kegs from its own brewery and guests.
Summerskills BreweryPlymouth-based. Beers include Bolt Head, Devon Dew, Indiana's Bones, Ninja and the seasonal Plymhop.
Noss Beer WorksUnit 6, Ash Court, Pennant Way, Lee Mill PL21 9GE, just outside the city.
Producers & markets
Plymouth Gin / Black Friars Distillery60 Southside Street, Barbican PL1 2LQ. England's oldest working gin distillery, in production since 1793, with tours and the Refectory Bar.
Good Food & Craft MarketRoyal William Yard, first Sunday of the month. South West producers and makers. Check dates.
Plymouth MarketThe city's covered market, for local food and gifts.
Le VignobleWine merchant at Royal William Yard with wine tasting.
Farm shops & local food
Ben's Farm Shop, YealmptonYealmpton PL8 2LT, just outside Plymouth. The original shop from 1995, formerly Riverford Farm Shops. The Rose & Crown gastro pub is nearby.
Kitley Pick Your OwnYealmpton area. Seasonal fruit and vegetables.
Modbury Farm Shop (Aune Valley)6 Church Street, Modbury PL21 0QW, about 15 minutes east of Plymouth. Local poultry and meat.
Leigh Farm Gourmet FoodsFamily farm on the edge of Plymouth, producing meat since 1875.
Dean Court Farm ShopTavistock side of Plymouth. Award-winning butchery, preserves, dairy and a café.
By carThree park and ride sites serve the city, with buses leaving from stop A14 on Royal Parade, which avoids all-day parking charges in the centre.
By trainPlymouth is on the Great Western mainline, about three hours from London. The Night Riviera Sleeper runs Monday to Friday and on Sunday evenings. There's no left luggage at the station, but Mail2Send on Ebrington Street offers storage.
By busPlymouth Citybus is the main local operator, and Traveline South West shows routes and stops. Royal Parade is the main bus hub.
By boatFerries cross the city's waterways. The Cremyll Ferry links Admirals Hard in Stonehouse with Cremyll in Cornwall. The Cawsand Ferry runs from the Barbican to Cawsand beach from April to October. A seasonal service also runs from the Barbican to Royal William Yard and on to Cremyll. The Torpoint Ferry crosses the Tamar to Torpoint. A water taxi runs from the Barbican pontoon near the Mayflower Steps to Mount Batten.
By bike and scooterRockets & Rascals Bike Hire at the Barbican and Royal William Yard rents bikes from about £15 a day. Scooter-bike Hire on West Hoe rents scooter bikes from about £6 an hour. A Plymouth cycle map is available to download.
On footThe Coast Path passes the Hoe and the Barbican on its way to Royal William Yard, making a good pub-to-taproom walk. The Hoe, Barbican, Royal William Yard and Stonehouse are all walkable from each other.
TaxiTaxis are available in the city centre. Book ahead for late evenings.
See Getting around for general tips. Timetables, fares and seasons change, so check with the operator or Traveline South West before you travel.
East Devon & Exeter
City taprooms, destination farm shops and the Jurassic Coast.
Red cliffs on the Devon coast. Photo: the site owner.Pastel beach huts under red cliffs on the East Devon coast. Photo: the site owner.Fishing gear and wildflowers on the East Devon seafront. Photo: the site owner.Boatyard Bakery and the floating bar on Exeter Quay. Photo: the site owner.The Double Locks pub beside the Exeter Ship Canal. Photo: the site owner.A swan and cygnet on the canal. Photo: the site owner.A swan with three cygnets. Photo: the site owner.Pigs sunbathing at Greendale Farm Shop, with a view towards Exeter. Photo: the site owner.An ostrich at Greendale Farm Shop. Photo: the site owner.A friendly goat at Greendale Farm Shop. Photo: the site owner.A Highland cow at Greendale Farm Shop. Photo: the site owner.A Highland cow in the field at Greendale Farm Shop. Photo: the site owner.
Breweries
The Exeter BreweryCowley Bridge Road, Exeter EX4 4NX. Taproom bar. Beers include Ferryman, Lighterman, Fall's Over and Darkness.
Powderkeg BreweryWoodbury Salterton EX5 1PY. Beers include Speak Easy, Hops & Dreams, Chequered Past, the low-alcohol Green Light and gluten-free Cut Loose pilsner.
Otter BreweryLuppitt, Blackdown Hills. Founded 1990, and opened its first pub, The Holt, in Exeter in 2025. Beers include Otter Bright, Otter Head, Otter Elf and Tarka lager.
Topsham BreweryExeter area. Beers include Goat Walk pale ale, Ask Your Dad bitter and the Belgian-style Prepare for Trouble!
Beer EngineNewton St Cyres. Known for strong mild Old Iron Horse.
Hanlons BreweryHalf Moon, near Newton St Cyres. Beers include Simcoe New IPA.
Crossed Anchors BreweryExmouth. Community brewery, with American Pale Ale, 3Cs Gold and Exe Porter.
Farm shops & producers
Bartlett's Farm ShopNear Sidmouth. Baking, dairy, grocery, a meat counter and a cafe.
Darts FarmTopsham EX3 0QH. Won Best Farm Shop and Best Farm Restaurant at the 2025 Farm Retail Awards.
Forest Fungi & The Farm ShopNear Sidmouth. Bakery, cafe and preserves.
Greendale Farm ShopSidmouth Road, near Farringdon, Exeter EX5 2JU. Farm shop, café, farm trails, events and its own Greend'ale. Now also running Occombe Farm in Paignton.
Joshuas Harvest StoreNear Sidmouth. Grocery, meat, preserves and a cafe.
Kenniford Farm ShopNear Sidmouth. Preserves, meat and dairy; listed as a high-welfare pork supplier.
Knight Farm ShopNear Sidmouth. Preserves, meat, dairy and baking.
Millers Farm ShopNear Axminster. Local produce for over 40 years, with a French-inspired range.
Otterton MillRestored watermill on the Jurassic Coast that grinds its own flour. Bakery, preserves and a cafe.
Quicke's Cheese ShopNewton St Cyres, near Crediton. Clothbound cheddar from a historic farm.
Trill Farm, near AxminsterMixed organic farm with an education centre, meat and preserves.
By carDraft route idea: A376 from Exmouth towards Exeter, with stops at Darts Farm and Greendale. Check the route on a map first.
By trainExeter St Davids is the main rail hub. The Avocet Line runs to Exmouth, with local trains also serving Topsham. The Tarka Line leaves from Exeter for Barnstaple.
By busThe Jurassic Coast 9A (Stagecoach) runs Seaton, Sidmouth and Exeter via Sidford, Newton Poppleford and Farringdon. It is generally hourly from Seaton Monday to Saturday, and about every 30 minutes between Sidmouth and Exeter where it shares the route with the 9 from Honiton. It also runs on Sundays and bank holidays at a reduced frequency. Exeter Bus Station has services to Okehampton, Moretonhampstead and beyond.
By bikeThe Exe Estuary Trail suits a cycling pub crawl between Exeter, Topsham and Exmouth, with bike hire nearby.
On footThe South West Coast Path and the Jurassic Coast run along the East Devon shore. Topsham has the estuary path, and many of the pubs and farm shops here are within walking distance of the bus or train.
TaxiTaxis serve Exeter, Exmouth, Sidmouth and Seaton. Book ahead if you're travelling out to a rural farm shop or brewery.
See Getting around for general tips. Timetables, fares and seasons change, so check with the operator or Traveline South West before you travel.
What to do
Wild swimming, axe throwing, bowling, coasteering, surf lessons and more. A–Z within each group, not ranked, and every listing is free. Prices and opening times change, so check before you go.
Stay safe: check water conditions and temperature, watch for currents, and never swim alone. River pools can be deep and very cold even in summer.
H2Outdoor, IlfracombeGuided wild swimming, plus coasteering, kayaking, surfing and paddleboarding.
Sharrah Pool, Dart ValleySecluded deep pool beside forest, further up the Dart. The walk in is a bit of a hike.
Soar Mill Cove, near SalcombeSea-swimming cove reached on foot, with golden sand and cliffs.
Spitchwick, River Dart near AshburtonGrassy banks and deep pools suited to families. Gets busy quickly in summer, so arrive early.
Tavy Cleave, western DartmoorRemote granite plunge pools. Access is challenging and the water is cold, so suits experienced swimmers.
Warleigh Weir, near PlymouthWide, calm water with grassy areas beside it, easy to reach.
Axe throwing
Axe throwing sessions near Exeter (Stoke Woods)Listed by experience-day sites, so check the current operator and booking details.
Escot Park, Ottery St MaryAxe throwing from about £25 per person for an hour, with axe and knife throwing from about £28.
Geronigo, BarnstapleZip wires, with rates from about £20.
Keypitts Off Road Adventures, IlfracombeAxe throwing from about £20, alongside a 4x4 Land Rover experience, quad biking and archery.
TimberVault, PlymouthActivity centre with axe throwing and other competitive games.
Rainy-day ideas
Indoor options in each area. A–Z within each group, and check opening days first.
Exeter and East Devon
Coldharbour Mill, UffculmeWorking wool museum with Victorian spinning frames and looms.
Exeter CathedralA short walk from the High Street and Exeter Central.
Exeter Underground PassagesMedieval water passages.
Icescape WestpointUndercover ice rink this winter.
Killerton house, near ExeterFashion collection indoors, with gardens and parkland outside.
RAMM, ExeterFree museum and art gallery, a few minutes from Exeter Central.
Tenpin ExeterBowling, laser tag, escape rooms and soft play.
Torbay and South Devon
Bygones, TorquayVictorian shops and a model railway.
Hollywood Bowl, TorquayBowling.
House of Marbles, Bovey TraceyGlassblowing, games museum and cafe.
Kents Cavern, TorquayStone Age caves, reached by the 22 bus from Paignton or Torquay.
Torquay MuseumAgatha Christie, Egyptian collection and Kents Cavern finds.
Totnes Elizabethan House Museum1575 merchant's house on Fore Street.
Plymouth and Dartmoor
National Marine Aquarium, PlymouthNear Mayflower Steps.
Plymouth Gin Distillery, BarbicanGuided tours for adults.
The Box, PlymouthFree museum, gallery and archive.
Escapism PlymouthEscape room by the Barbican.
Paradise Island Adventure Golf, PlymouthIndoor mini golf.
Museum of Dartmoor Life, OkehamptonDartmoor trades and period rooms.
North Devon
Burton Art Gallery and Museum, BidefordFree art gallery and museum.
Holsworthy MuseumIn part of a 17th-century manor house.
Milky Way Adventure Park, near BidefordIndoor activities for all ages.
Museum of British Surfing, BrauntonAward-winning surf history museum.
Scribbleton, BarnstapleCraft workshops, a few minutes from the bus station.
Squires, South 16 and the chip shopsHot food while it rains, see Eat & drink.
Bowling, arcades and indoor fun
Boom Battle Bar, PlymouthSocial games bar. Check what is on offer before you book.
Escapism PlymouthEscape room near the Barcode and the Barbican.
Hollywood Bowl, Torwood Street, TorquayTen-pin bowling with around 21 lanes.
House of Marbles, Bovey TraceyMarble-themed attraction, with a Christmas grotto and workshops in winter.
Paradise Island Adventure Golf, PlymouthIndoor adventure mini golf with two 18-hole courses.
Player Ready VR Gaming, PlymouthVirtual reality gaming centre.
Splashdown Quaywest, TorbayOutdoor waterpark with eight slides, open in summer only.
Tenpin Exeter, Havenbanks Retail Park22 lanes, laser tag, escape rooms, karaoke, soft play, interactive darts, pool and arcade. Bowling from about £9.95 online, with Tenpin Tuesday half-price bowling.
Tenpin PlymouthListed in travel guides. Check current address and opening.
Trago Mills, near Newton AbbotFamily fun park with discount shopping and a garden centre.
Adventure: coasteering, kayaking, climbing and zip wires
Active Escape, IlfracombeCoasteering, stand up paddleboarding, surfing, coastal rafting and splatgun paintball.
Calvert Trust, ExmoorClimbing, archery, horse riding, sailing and cycling.
Dart Adventures, River DartWater sports on the Dart. Check what is on offer.
Nick Thorn Surf School, WoolacombeSurfing lessons.
North Devon Wake Park, Higher ClovellyAquapark, wakeboarding and paddleboarding.
Skern Lodge, AppledoreSurfing, assault courses, zip wires, river kayaking, rafting, climbing and abseiling.
Torquay SeafarisRIB boat trips along the South Devon coast, where seals and dolphins may be seen.
Ultimate Adventure Centre, BidefordCoasteering, mountain boarding, kayaking, archery, assault course, high ropes and bushcraft.
Walking on Waves, Saunton SandsOne-hour surf lessons with kit provided.
Walking, cycling, parks and outdoors
Cockington Country Park, TorquayOver 450 acres of parkland near Torquay.
Dartmoor 4x4 toursGuided Land Rover tours across the moor, bookable through experience sites.
Decoy Country Park, Newton AbbotLakeside park within walking distance of the town centre.
Haldon Forest Park, near ExeterWoodland with an adventure playground.
Hot air balloon flightsLaunch from Tiverton or Exeter, booked through experience sites.
Motorglider flights, Honiton30-minute flights where you can take the controls with a pilot. Check the operator.
Occombe Farm, PaigntonFarm trail and a play area for ages 2 to 12.
River Dart Country ParkAdventure playground, with a campsite.
Stover Country Park, near Newton AbbotShort drive from the town, with the Ted Hughes Poetry Trail.
Templer Way, Haytor to Teignmouth18-mile historic granite route from Dartmoor to the coast.
Sources: Visit Devon, Visit South Devon, Visit Plymouth, Tenpin Exeter, experience-day listings and local guides. I could not confirm bowling in Barnstaple or Newton Abbot.
Attractions & days out
Zoos, farms, theme parks, steam trains, boat trips and natural wonders. A to Z within each group, every listing is free. Winter opening: many zoos, farms, gardens, boat trips and steam railways close or run fewer days from November to Easter, so check the attraction's own website or phone before you set off.
Tiverton Canal Co, home of the horse-drawn bargeGrand Western Canal Country ParkDonkeysTwo donkeys
Photos: Devon attractions
Zoos & wildlife parks
Buckfast Butterflies and Dartmoor Otter SanctuaryBuckfastleigh. Otters, butterflies and reptiles with keeper talks. Check it is open before you go.
Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur ParkNear Ilfracombe, North Devon. Lions, wolves, sea lions, penguins and life-size animatronic dinosaurs. Listed as open all year.
Dartmoor ZooSparkwell, near Plymouth. A charity zoo in 33 acres of woodland, with big cats, meerkats, otters and keeper talks.
A Fiji banded iguana at Dartmoor Zoo, Sparkwell. Photo: the site owner.A tiger resting in the grass at Dartmoor Zoo, Sparkwell. Photo: the site owner.A tortoise eating greens at Dartmoor Zoo, Sparkwell. Photo: the site owner.A rhea, a capybara and a mara at Dartmoor Zoo, Sparkwell. Photo: the site owner.A rhea and a capybara resting at Dartmoor Zoo, Sparkwell. Photo: the site owner.A tiger at Dartmoor Zoo, Sparkwell. Photo: the site owner.Otters on the move at Dartmoor Zoo, Sparkwell. Photo: the site owner.A curious otter at Dartmoor Zoo, Sparkwell. Photo: the site owner.A tarantula at Dartmoor Zoo, Sparkwell. Photo: the site owner.
Exmoor ZooNear Barnstaple, North Devon. Over 175 species, some rarer ones, with daily talks and encounters.
Paignton ZooPaignton, Torbay. Around 80 acres and roughly 2,000 to 2,500 animals, including gorillas, orangutans and giraffes. Open daily except Christmas Day.
Shaldon ZooNear Teignmouth. A small coastal zoo in a woodland garden, with rare birds, small mammals and reptiles.
Wildwood EscotOttery St Mary, East Devon. A 45-acre park of British wildlife: red squirrels, otters, wolves and more. Listed as open all year.
Farms, sanctuaries & aquariums
Goodrington Seashore CentreGoodrington, Paignton. Small nature centre about local seashore wildlife
Ilfracombe AquariumIlfracombe harbour, in the Old Lifeboat House. North Devon marine life. Opening times vary, so check.
National Marine AquariumPlymouth. The UK’s largest aquarium, from local shores to tropical reefs, with daily shows.
A pufferfish and moorish idol in a reef tank at the National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth. Photo: the site owner.A copperband butterflyfish at the National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth. Photo: the site owner.A stingray gliding past the glass at the National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth. Photo: the site owner.A shark cruising overhead at the National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth. Photo: the site owner.
Pennywell FarmBuckfastleigh. Farm animals, pig racing, miniature pigs and lambs in spring. Seasonal, roughly February to October.
Quince Honey FarmSouth Molton, North Devon. Working bees, honey museum, wildflower gardens and a critter cabin.
The Donkey SanctuarySidmouth, East Devon. Free entry, with donations welcome. Donkeys and mules to meet, open all year.
Totnes Rare Breeds FarmTotnes. A small family-run charity farm saving rare breeds, with hands-on feeding. Seasonal.
War Horse Valley Country Farm ParkHatherleigh, West Devon. Rare pig and sheep breeds and a First World War horses exhibition. Weekends and school holidays, April to September.
Woolley AnimalsWinkleigh. A low-cost farm park with alpacas, goats, donkeys and ponies. Weekends and Devon school holidays.
World of Country LifeExmouth. Petting farm, birds of prey displays, vintage vehicles and playgrounds.
Theme & adventure parks
Crealy Theme Park & ResortNear Exeter. Rides, rollercoasters, a farm, splash park and indoor play. Listed as open all year.
Diggerland DevonNear Cullompton. Drive diggers and ride a digger bucket. Weekends and school holidays, roughly February to November.
Geoplay ParkPaignton Green. Free children’s play park by the seafront
Goodrington Boating LakesGoodrington, Paignton. Boating lakes and family fun beside the beach
Paignton PierPaignton seafront. Historic pier with amusements, on the seafront
River Dart Country ParkNear Ashburton, on the edge of Dartmoor. A 90-acre family park with lakes and water fun.
The Big SheepNear Bideford, North Devon. Farm-themed park with a rollercoaster, animal encounters, farm safari and sheep racing.
The Milky WayNorth Devon. Indoor fairground, outdoor rollercoasters and a falconry centre. Listed as open all year.
Torbay VeloparkPaignton. Family cycling park with safe, traffic-free tracks
Watermouth CastleNear Ilfracombe. Fairground rides, play areas and dungeons in the grounds of a Victorian castle. Roughly April to October.
Woodlands Family Theme ParkNear Dartmouth. Indoor soft play, outdoor rides and water coasters. Listed as open all year.
Railways, trams & cliff lifts
Babbacombe Cliff RailwayTorquay. Takes you between the Babbacombe clifftop and Oddicombe Beach, about 300ft below.
Dartmouth Steam RailwayPaignton to Kingswear. Seaside and riverside views, and it links with a river boat to Dartmouth.
Devon Railway CentreNear Bickleigh, Mid Devon. Steam and diesel trains beside the River Exe, plus model and miniature railways.
Lynton & Barnstaple RailwayWoody Bay, North Devon. A narrow-gauge line run by volunteers, with plans to reopen more of the route.
Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff RailwayLynton. A water-powered funicular that joins the two villages, described as the highest of its kind in the world.
Plym Valley RailwayPlymouth. A 1.5-mile heritage line between Marsh Mills and Plym Bridge with vintage locomotives.
Seaton TramwaySeaton, East Devon. Vintage-style open-top trams to Colyton through the Axe Valley, about 3 miles.
South Devon RailwayBuckfastleigh to Totnes. A steam trip through the Dart Valley, about seven miles each way.
Trago Mills Steam RailwayNewton Abbot. Devon’s longest miniature steam railway, running weekends all year with a Christmas special.
Boat trips & ferries
Dartmouth ferry to GreenwayDartmouth quay. A regular crossing to Agatha Christie’s former holiday home, now National Trust.
Dartmouth pleasure cruisesDartmouth. Trips to Torquay and Brixham as a change from driving.
Grand Western Canal horse-drawn bargeTiverton. A slow, historic canal trip, described as the UK’s only surviving horse-drawn barge.
Ilfracombe Sea SafariIlfracombe. Boat trips along the North Devon coast
Lundy Island ferryBideford or Ilfracombe. A crossing to the car-free island famous for puffins and seals.
River Dart cruisesDartmouth towards Totnes. Herons, buzzards and sometimes seals, with a paddle steamer among the boats.
Stuart Line CruisesExmouth Marina and Exeter Quayside. Exeter Canal trips, Jurassic Coast summer cruises and winter bird-watching on the Exe Estuary.
Gardens, waterfalls & natural wonders
Becky FallsBovey Valley, Dartmoor. Waterfalls and boulders, best after rain. Not suitable for pushchairs.
Beer Quarry CavesBeer. Underground caves quarried for stone, with guided tours
Bicton Park Botanical GardensBudleigh Salterton. A large, grand botanical park.
Bowerman's NoseNear Manaton, Dartmoor. A tall granite stack on the moor, a short walk from Hound Tor
Buckfast AbbeyBuckfastleigh. A working monastery with gardens, including a sensory and physic garden.
Burrator ReservoirNear Yelverton, Dartmoor. Lake with a level circular path and woods, good for easy walks and cycling
Canonteign FallsTeign Valley, near Chudleigh. Waterfalls and fern-filled valleys.
ClovellyNear Bideford. A historic, steep cobbled coastal village with Clovelly Court Gardens.
East Devon Pebblebed HeathsNear Budleigh Salterton. Open heathland with walking trails
Haldon Belvedere (Lawrence Castle)Haldon Hill, near Exeter. Triangular tower on the hilltop with wide views
Haldon Forest ParkNear Exeter. Woodland trails, cycling and family activities.
Hartland QuayHartland Peninsula, North Devon. Folded cliffs and rock pools at low tide.
Hembury FortNear Honiton. Iron Age hill fort with woodland walks
Lydford GorgeNear Tavistock, West Devon. A deep gorge with a 30m waterfall and the Devil’s Cauldron whirlpool (National Trust).
Plymouth Sound National Marine ParkPlymouth. Britain’s first National Marine Park, taking in the Sound, shores and cliffs
RHS Garden RosemoorGreat Torrington, North Devon. Colourful borders and seasonal displays.
River Otter Estuary Nature ReserveBudleigh Salterton. Estuary with birdlife, beside the coast path
Seaton WetlandsSeaton. Nature reserve with hides and trails by the River Axe
Slapton LeySlapton Sands, South Devon. The largest natural freshwater lake in South West England, with bird hides and a WWII tank at Torcross.
Stone Lane GardensChagford. Woodland gardens known for birch and alder trees
Valley of RocksNear Lynton, Exmoor. Dramatic rock formations running parallel to the sea.
Wistman's WoodNear Two Bridges, Dartmoor. Ancient, moss-covered oak woodland among granite boulders, reached by a walk from the road
Bystock PoolsNear Woodbury Common. Nature reserve pond with a walking path.
Lily Farm VineyardBudleigh Salterton. English wine producer with summer orchard tours and tastings.
Docton Mill GardensHartland, North Devon. Gardens by a working mill stream, with a tea room serving cream teas and lunches.
Ivybridge Heritage TrailIvybridge. Walk past old mill ruins, chapels and workers' cottages.
Ivy Bridge and Longtimber WoodsIvybridge. The historic bridge over the River Erme, with riverside woodland walks and paddling.
Erme-Plym Trail and Two Moors WayIvybridge. Long-distance walking routes that start in the town and head onto Dartmoor.
National Shrine of St BonifaceCrediton. Roman Catholic church honouring Crediton's native saint.
Boniface TrailCrediton. Walking route past the town's historic landmarks.
St Peter's Fair and Pretty Maid ceremonyHolsworthy. Long-running annual fair dating to a charter of 1614.
Holsworthy Livestock MarketHolsworthy. Described as one of the largest livestock markets in the South West.
Built from public visitor-guide listings from 2023 to 2025. Opening days, prices and seasons change a lot, and many of these close in winter, so check with the attraction first. Living Coasts in Torquay closed permanently in 2020. Looking for castles, museums and National Trust or English Heritage places? See Museums & heritage. More ideas for outdoors and active days are in What to do.
Museums & heritage
National Trust and English Heritage sites, then museums, castles, mills, historic houses and railways across Devon, by area. Rainy-day friendly, and many are free or small and local. Opening days change a lot out of season, so check first.
A–Z. Members get in free, and many sites have cafes and tearooms. The hours below are autumn 2026 times seen on each National Trust page on the date shown. Winter hours are shorter and some days are closed, so check the page for your date before you travel.
A La Ronde, near ExmouthSixteen-sided 18th-century house filled with souvenirs, with an orchard and estuary views. Seen on 22 Oct 2026: 10.30 to 5. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.
Arlington Court and Carriage Museum, near BarnstapleRegency house with a large collection of horse-drawn carriages and a walled kitchen garden. Seen on 1 Nov 2026: house and carriage museum 11 to 3.30, garden 10 to 4.
Baggy Point, near CroydeCoastal headland with an easy walking path, cliff views toward Lundy and a tearoom.
Buckland Abbey, YelvertonMedieval abbey turned Tudor house, with gardens and woodland walks. Seen on 19 Oct 2026: abbey 11 to 4.30, garden 10 to 5.
Castle Drogo, Drewsteignton20th-century Lutyens castle above the Teign Gorge. Seen on 26 Oct 2026: castle 10.30 to 4.30, garden 10 to 5. Last castle entry is 3pm in the off season.
Coleton Fishacre, Kingswear1920s Art Deco retreat with a coastal valley garden and access to a historic cove. Seen on 23 Oct 2026: 10.30 to 5, but closed that day for high winds.
Compton Castle, near PaigntonFortified manor house with a small formal garden. Listed as closed on 24 Oct 2026, and the house and garden are open April to October, so expect it closed in winter.
Finch Foundry, SticklepathWorking water-powered forge near Okehampton.
Greenway, near BrixhamAgatha Christie's Georgian holiday home, with a boathouse, gardens and a cafe. Seen on 25 Oct 2026: 10.30 to 5.
Heddon Valley, near ParracombeWooded valley leading to a beach, with a children's play area and an inn.
Killerton, near Exeter18th-century house with a large historic fashion collection and landscaped parkland. Seen on 1 Nov 2026: open daily, house 11 to 4, garden 10 to 5.
Knightshayes, TivertonGothic mansion with formal gardens and woodland. Seen on 21 Oct 2026: house 11 to 4, garden 10 to 5. Closed 24 to 26 December, and Christmas events run from 28 November.
Lydford Gorge, near OkehamptonDeep river gorge with a 30-metre waterfall. From 2 Nov 2026 only the waterfall trail and railway path are open. The tea-room is open Friday to Sunday until 13 December.
Saltram, PlymouthGeorgian house overlooking the River Plym, with gardens and woodland. Seen on 24 Oct 2026: house 11 to 3.30, garden 10 to 4.
Watersmeet, LynmouthRiverside gorge and ancient woodland walks, with a historic tearoom.
English Heritage in Devon
A–Z. Members get in free. Some sites are staffed castles and some are open-air ruins and prehistoric sites you can visit freely. Kirkham House and the Royal Citadel have limited opening, so check English Heritage before you go.
Bayard's Cove Fort, Dartmouth16th-century fort built into the riverbank as the last line of defence for the harbour.
Berry Pomeroy Castle, near TotnesRuins of an unfinished Elizabethan mansion, known for ghost stories.
Blackbury Camp, Southleigh, near ColytonIron Age hillfort, largely hidden in woodland.
Dartmouth CastleCoastal fortress that guarded the Dart for about 600 years. There is a ferry from the castle.
Grimspound, Postbridge, DartmoorBronze Age settlement with the remains of 24 roundhouses in one boundary wall.
Hound Tor Deserted Medieval Village, ManatonOutlines of stone longhouses from a village abandoned around the 15th century.
Kirkham House, PaigntonWell-preserved late medieval home with an impressive hall. Limited opening.
Lydford Castle and Saxon Town13th-century tower that was once a notorious prison, plus Norman earthworks.
Merrivale Prehistoric Settlement, near PrincetownBronze Age ritual sites, a stone circle and standing stones on Dartmoor.
Okehampton CastleRuins of Devon's largest castle, set in woodland above the River Okement.
Royal Citadel, Plymouth17th-century fortress still used by the military, open only on pre-booked guided tours.
Totnes CastleNorman motte-and-bailey castle with a 14th-century wall and views over the town.
Upper Plym Valley, DartmoorAround 300 standing stones and Bronze Age and medieval remains across a large area.
Exeter, East and Mid Devon
A La Ronde, ExmouthSixteen-sided 18th-century National Trust house.
Allhallows Museum, HonitonLocal history, Honiton lace, pottery and toys.
Axe Valley Heritage MuseumSeaton. Local history museum
Axminster Heritage CentreAxminster. Local heritage centre
Axminster MuseumLocal history, industry and agriculture.
Bampton Heritage and Visitor CentreBampton. Small heritage and visitor centre
Bickleigh CastleNear Tiverton. Fortified manor house beside the River Exe
Bill Douglas Cinema Museum, ExeterFilm and visual media collections.
Budleigh Salterton: Fairlynch MuseumLocal history, lace and geology in a thatched house.
Cadhay, Ottery St MaryElizabethan manor and gardens.
Coldharbour Mill, UffculmeWorking spinning mill with steam engines.
Crediton MuseumCrediton. Local history museum
Cricklepit Mill, Exeter19th-century watermill and Devon Wildlife Trust centre.
Devon Railway Centre, BickleighNarrow gauge and miniature railways, model layouts.
Dunkeswell Heritage CentreDunkeswell. Local and wartime heritage centre
Exeter's Underground PassagesMedieval water passages.
Exmouth MuseumLocal history.
Fursdon HouseCadbury, near Exeter. Historic family house and gardens, with a tearoom
Killerton, near Broadclyst18th-century estate with gardens and a costume collection.
Knightshayes Court, TivertonVictorian house by William Burges.
Otterton MillWater mill with bakery and shop.
Powderham Castle, KentonMedieval castle with a deer park, Victorian kitchen and gardens.
Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery, ExeterArt, natural history, archaeology and world cultures.
Seaton MuseumLocal history, archaeology and geology.
Sidmouth MuseumLocal history and Jurassic Coast natural history.
St Nicholas Priory, ExeterFurnished as a 1602 Elizabethan house.
The WalrondsCullompton. Tudor merchant’s house and garden, run by a preservation trust
Tiverton Castle and Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon LifeMedieval castle and local, rail and social history.
Topsham MuseumMaritime history and 17th-century rooms.
Whimple Heritage CentreWhimple. Local heritage centre
South Devon, Torbay and the South Hams
Berry Pomeroy Castle, Totnes15th-century ruin, reputed to be haunted. English Heritage.
Brixham Battery Heritage CentreWWII gun battery.
Brixham Heritage MuseumFishing and shipbuilding.
Bygones, TorquayVictorian shops, model railway and military displays.
Castle Drogo, DrewsteigntonLutyens castle built 1911 to 1930.
Coleton Fishacre, Kingswear1920s Arts and Crafts home with gardens.
Compton Castle, MarldonMedieval fortified manor.
Cookworthy Museum, KingsbridgeLocal and social history, porcelain and costume.
Dartmouth CastleFortress guarding the Dart for over 600 years. English Heritage.
Dartmouth MuseumMaritime history in a 1640 merchant's house.
Dawlish MuseumLocal history, porcelain and toys.
Golden Hind Museum, BrixhamReplica of Drake's ship.
Greenway, GalmptonAgatha Christie's former home.
Overbeck's, SalcombeEdwardian National Trust house.
Salcombe Maritime MuseumShip portraits and rescues.
South Devon Railway, BuckfastleighSteam depot and workshops.
Teignmouth & Shaldon MuseumMaritime, railway and local history.
Torquay MuseumAgatha Christie, Kents Cavern and an Egyptian collection.
Torre Abbey, TorquayFormer abbey with an art gallery and gardens.
Totnes Elizabethan House Museum1575 Tudor house.
Totnes Castle and GuildhallNorman motte-and-bailey castle and a 16th-century guildhall.
Totnes Fashion and Textiles Museum18th to 20th-century clothing.
Plymouth and West Devon
Buckland Abbey, Buckland MonachorumAbbey with Drake and Grenville exhibits.
Crownhill Fort, PlymouthVictorian fort run by the Landmark Trust.
Dartmoor Prison Museum, PrincetownPrison history.
Elizabethan House, PlymouthHistoric house.
Merchant's House, Plymouth17th-century house with a chemist's shop.
Morwellham Quay, TavistockRestored Victorian port with a copper mine tour.
Museum of Dartmoor Life, OkehamptonLocal history and trades.
Okehampton CastleDevon's largest castle ruin.
Plymouth City Museum and Art GalleryLocal history, natural history and art.
Saltram, PlymptonGeorgian National Trust house by Robert Adam.
Smeaton's Tower, Plymouth18th-century lighthouse.
Tavistock MuseumLocal history.
North Devon and Exmoor
Arlington CourtNational Trust house with a carriage museum.
Barnstaple and North Devon MuseumLocal history.
Broomhill Sculpture GardensNear Barnstaple. Sculpture gardens and art gallery
Burton Art Gallery and Museum, BidefordPaintings, ship models and local history.
Chambercombe Manor, IlfracombeNorman manor with period furniture.
ClovellyHistoric fishing village.
Hartland Abbey and Hartland Quay MuseumFormer monastery, and a museum of shipwrecks.
Ilfracombe MuseumLocal, natural and maritime history.
Lyn and Exmoor Museum, LyntonLocal and natural history.
Museum of British Surfing, BrauntonUK surfing history.
North Devon Maritime Museum, AppledoreShipbuilding and seafaring.
Torrington Heritage Museum and Plough Arts CentreLocal history, with a gallery, theatre and cinema.
Watermouth Castle, near IlfracombeVictorian house turned family theme park.
Sources: National Trust and English Heritage descriptions, Wikipedia's list of museums in Devon, Marsdens castle guide, National Trust and English Heritage descriptions. Some small museums keep short seasonal hours and a few listed there have closed, so check each one before you go.
Markets
Pannier markets, street markets and farmers markets by area. Days and dates come from tourism and council pages and can change, especially at Christmas, so check before you go. Tap a name for the map.
Dartmouth Farmers Market, Dartmouth2nd Saturday of each month, 9:30am to 3:30pm, Old Market Square.
Dartmouth Old Market, DartmouthTuesday (Easter to December), Thursday (high season), Friday (all year) and Saturday; an artisan market on the 4th Saturday.
Farm shops and local producers are listed under each area in Places and Eat & drink. If we have missed a market, tell us and we will add it.
Beaches
Some of Devon's best-known beaches, by area. Blue Flag and Seaside Award marks come from the Keep Britain Tidy 2026 lists and can change, so check before you go. Dogs, lifeguards and parking rules vary by beach and season. Tap a name for the map.
Beach webcams. See what the weather and surf look like before you set off. Visit Devon, the official visitor site, lists live webcams for Putsborough, Ilfracombe, Westward Ho!, Combe Martin, Clovelly, Sidmouth, Exmouth, Teignmouth, Torquay, Brixham, Salcombe, Dartmouth and more: Devon webcams. The cameras are run by other websites, so a feed may be down or out of date.
Woolacombe, WoolacombeLong sandy beach, popular for surfing and families. Dog rules change by zone, see Before you visit. North Devon.Tide times
Croyde Bay, CroydeBlue Flag 2026 Surf beach with a sandy bay and rocks at low tide. North Devon.Tide times
Saunton Sands, BrauntonWide sands backed by dunes, with space to walk. North Devon.Tide times
Putsborough, GeorgehamQuieter sandy beach at the southern end of Woolacombe Bay. North Devon.Tide times
Barricane Beach, WoolacombeSmall cove known for shells washed up by the tide. North Devon.Tide times
Westward Ho!, Westward Ho!Blue Flag 2026 Pebble ridge, big sands at low tide, rock pools and surf. North Devon.Tide times
Ilfracombe Tunnels Beach, IlfracombeBeach reached through hand-cut tunnels, with tidal pools. Entry fee and tide times apply. North Devon.Tide times
Instow, InstowSandy beach on the Torridge estuary, with views to Appledore. North Devon.Tide times
Budleigh Salterton, Budleigh SaltertonSeaside Award Pebble beach famous for its stones, on the Jurassic Coast. East Devon.Tide times
Seaton, SeatonLong shingle beach with the tramway nearby. East Devon.Tide times
Beer, BeerSmall shingle cove with fishing boats pulled up on the beach. East Devon.Tide times
Awards: Keep Britain Tidy, Blue Flag and Seaside Awards. See also Before you visit for flags, tides and dogs. This is a selection and not every Devon beach. Spotted a mistake? Use Report a problem.
Concerts & theatre
Theatres, concert halls and music venues across Devon, then dated shows I could confirm. Venues are A–Z by area and not ranked. Always check the venue for tickets and times.
Photos: Devon gigs and shows
Exeter and East Devon
Axminster GuildhallLive music, musicals, comedy and drag shows.
Barnfield Theatre, ExeterCharity venue for amateur and professional companies.
The Beehive, HonitonCommunity venue for theatre, live music and films.
Blackmore Theatre, ExmouthWhodunnits, pantomimes and community shows.
Crediton Arts CentreLive music, theatre and workshops.
Exeter CathedralCandlelit concerts, choirs and Christmas music.
Exeter CavernLive music club.
Exeter Corn ExchangeCity-centre venue for comedy, tribute acts and concerts.
Exeter Northcott TheatreCharity arts centre on the university campus, with varied programming and the Christmas panto.
Exeter PhoenixMulti-arts venue with live music, theatre, comedy, cinema and courses.
Exmouth PavilionTouring music and comedy on the Esplanade.
The Gateway Theatre, SeatonLive gigs, youth theatre and live broadcasts of national theatre and ballet.
Manor Pavilion Theatre, SidmouthPlays, musicals, concerts, dance and ballet all year, with a bar.
Shaftesbury Theatre, DawlishMusicals and comedies, often a winter panto.
Theatre Alibi, ExeterContemporary theatre for all ages, mixing film, puppetry and music.
Tiverton Community Arts TheatreDrama, music, comedy, Shakespeare and pantomimes.
University of Exeter Great HallOrchestral concerts, big gigs and festive shows.
Torbay and South Devon
Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay600-seat theatre for musical tributes and comedy acts.
Brixham TheatreHeritage theatre for music, plays, musicals and film.
Dartington Hall, TotnesConcerts in the Great Hall, such as the Christmas Cracker.
The Flavel, DartmouthStage shows, live music, comedy and cinema.
The Little Theatre, TorquayIntimate plays, musicals and concerts in a converted church.
Med Theatre, MoretonhampsteadRural community theatre creating original work.
Palace Theatre, Paignton360-seat venue for pantomimes, live music and comedy.
Pavilions, TeignmouthArts and community venue with comedy, tribute bands and films.
Arena Torquay, 39-41 Torwood StreetRock and indie gigs, such as Black Stone Cherry (19 January 2027), The Undertones, The Feeling and Embrace.
Riviera International Centre, TorquayBrass band championships, cheerleading, Christmas concerts and big events.
Princess Theatre, TorquayTouring house for big shows, comedy and concerts.
South Devon Players Theatre and Film Company, BrixhamShowcases South West performers.
Plymouth and West Devon
Barbican Theatre, PlymouthCharity theatre-in-education organisation supporting new work by young people.
The Drum and The Lab, PlymouthSmaller auditoriums at the Theatre Royal.
Plymouth Pavilions and Plymouth ArenaBig concerts and events.
The Soapbox Children's Theatre, DevonportTheatre for children and families.
Tavistock WharfLive music, cinema, theatre and an art gallery by the canal.
Theatre Royal PlymouthLarge-scale musicals and plays across several auditoriums.
North Devon
Landmark Theatre, IlfracombeVaried programme throughout the year. Run with the Queen's Theatre.
Plough Arts Centre, TorringtonLong-running gallery, theatre, cinema and live music venue.
Queen's Theatre, BarnstapleComedy, music, ballet and classical concerts, and a winter panto.
Summer outdoor theatreHartland Abbey, Arlington Court, RHS Rosemoor, Tapeley Park and Castle Hill host summer programmes.
Live music venues, clubs and pubs
Gig venues from Visit South Devon and event listing sites. Nights vary, so check each venue's own listings.
12 Bar Music & Social, ExeterA variety of live acts.
Ashburton Arts CentreIntimate shows in a historic church with strong acoustics, plus poetry evenings.
The Barrel House, TotnesLive acts alongside Totnes Brewing Co. beer.
The Beehive, HonitonPub and community venue with local acts and some touring musicians.
Bomba, ExeterWorld music, DJs and live acts, from Afrobeat to house.
The Bootlegger, ExeterLive music, often blues, soul and rock.
Buckfast AbbeyMonastic music, including Gregorian chant.
Exeter CavernIndie-focused venue that has launched many bands since 1991.
The Foundry, TorquayStrong sound system and a mix of genres, from indie to electronic.
Home Park, PlymouthPlymouth Argyle's ground, which also hosts stadium concerts.
The Junction, PlymouthCity-centre venue on Mutley Plain with varied, inclusive programming.
Lemon Grove, ExeterRock gigs and DJ nights.
Move and Fever, ExeterClub nights, from underground to chart and commercial dance.
The Old Warehouse, KingsbridgeRestaurant with a stage for local and emerging bands.
Powderham, KentonOutdoor concerts and festivals on a historic estate.
Tavistock WharfRiverside venue for folk and jazz.
Comedy
Most comedy in Devon is at the theatres and arts centres below. For dates, use the venue and event sites such as Chortle, Skiddle and Ents24.
Babbacombe Theatre, TorquayComedy acts and tributes.
Exeter Corn ExchangeComedy shows and gigs in the city centre.
Exeter PhoenixStand-up alongside music, theatre and cinema.
Exeter Secret VenueComedy shows, live music and private parties.
Exmouth PavilionLive music and comedy on the seafront, especially in summer.
Great Hall, University of ExeterComedy and live music.
Pavilions, TeignmouthRegular comedy nights.
Princess Theatre, TorquayComedy, live music and theatre.
Queen's Theatre, Barnstaple: early November 2026
English Touring Opera: Ariadne and Dido & Aeneas2 November 2026.
English Touring Opera: Orpheus & Eurydice3 November 2026.
Queenz: Battle of the Divas!4 November 2026.
Mercury5 November 2026.
Dated concerts and shows, winter 2026 to 2027
Where the source gave only "Plymouth" for the venue, I have not guessed one. Prices and tickets are at the venue.
Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, Plymouth19 December 2026, doors 6.30pm.
Home Alone in Concert, Plymouth14 December 2026.
Whitney Queen of the Night, Plymouth13 February 2027.
Man in the Mirror (Michael Jackson tribute), Plymouth12 February 2027.
Nik Kershaw: Musings and Lyrics, Plymouth28 February 2027.
Will Young: The Evergreen 25th Anniversary Tour, Plymouth10 March 2027.
ABBA tribute, Plymouth27 March 2027.
Chris Difford: An Intimate Evening of Songs and Stories, Plymouth15 April 2027.
Fast Love: The Tribute to George Michael, Plymouth17 April 2027.
Del Amitri: 45 Years of Modest Failure, Plymouth17 April 2027.
The West End Tenors, Plymouth16 May 2027.
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, Plymouth11 June 2027.
Julie July Band, Barbican Theatre, Plymouth16 July 2027.
Fisherman's Friends, Plymouth28 November 2027.
Victoria Wood's dinnerladies, Princess Theatre, Torquay11 to 15 May 2027.
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, Princess Theatre, Torquay22 July 2027.
Wet Wet Wet, Princess Theatre, Torquay11 October 2027.
Six, Princess Theatre, Torquay26 to 30 October 2027.
Mamma Mia, The Lyric, Plymouth12 to 30 January. Check the year before booking.
Dated concerts and shows, autumn 2027
Passenger, University of Exeter Great Hall21 September 2027.
Kiri Pritchard-McLean, Exeter Phoenix23 September 2027.
The Johnny Cash Roadshow, Exeter Corn Exchange23 September 2027.
Country Superstars, Exmouth26 September 2027.
Phantoms of the Popera, University of Exeter Great Hall30 September 2027.
The Ultimate Commitments and Blues Brothers Experience, Exmouth1 October 2027.
John Otway and Wild Willy Barrett, Topsham7 October 2027.
Bruce Foxton, Exeter Phoenix15 October 2027.
The Ruts 50th Anniversary Tour, Exeter Phoenix16 October 2027.
Lee Mead: The Colours of My Life, Tiverton16 October 2027.
Phil Daniels: Quadrophenia to Parklife, Tiverton17 October 2027.
The Drifters, Exeter Corn Exchange31 October 2027.
Sources: Visit South Devon theatre guide, Visit Exeter, Visit Plymouth music calendar, Visit Devon and venue pages. The venue lists may miss newer or smaller venues, and a few listed theatres may have changed. Dates come from event listings and can move.
Walking the South West Coast Path
Devon's stretch of England's longest National Trail, with pubs, taprooms and farm shop stops along the way.
Wooded cliffs near Babbacombe, Torbay. Photo: the site owner.
Popular Devon sections
Wembury to PlymouthPast Mount Batten and the Barbican, then along the Hoe to Royal William Yard. Check the official distance and any ferry crossings before you go.
Bigbury-on-Sea to SalcombeAbout 13 miles.
Salcombe to TorcrossAbout 12.6 miles.
Torcross to DartmouthAbout 10.3 miles.
Dartmouth to BrixhamAbout 10.9 miles.
Westward Ho! to ClovellyAbout 11.1 miles.
Clovelly to Hartland QuayAbout 10.3 miles. Remote and exposed, with little chance to leave the path, so carry food and water.
Food & drink
PlymouthThe Barbican and Royal William Yard have seafood, cafés, Plymouth Gin and Steel Brew Co's taproom right beside the path.
SalcombeShops for packed lunches, beach cafés, restaurants and pubs serving food in the evening. Salcombe Brewery is nearby.
Dartmouth and BrixhamHarbour towns with seafood, cafés and pubs. Bays Brewery is in Torbay.
Ilfracombe and LeeGrampus Brewery's taproom at the Grampus Inn, Lee is close to the coast. Summer Saturday opening, so check times.
Westward Ho! and BidefordCountry Life Brewery at The Big Sheep and Blackberry Farm Shop in Northam are both close.
TipMany cafés along the path are seasonal, so check opening times and carry water between towns.
Campsites near the path
Cove Camping, near Hope CoveFive minutes' walk from the coast path and Hope Cove beaches, with pubs five minutes' walk away.
Cool Cow Camping, near South Milton SandsUse the coast path to reach the beach, village stores and pubs.
Watermouth Valley Camping Park, IlfracombeSea views, an on-site shop, and access to the coast path.
Camping @ Croyde BayIn the centre of Croyde, a short walk to the beach, shops and pubs.
Stoke Barton Farm Campsite, HartlandFacing the Atlantic, about 15 minutes by car from Clovelly.
Estuary crossings & ferries
Yealm, Erme and Avon (South Hams)Three estuaries between Plymouth and Salcombe. The Erme can be waded at low tide, about an hour either side, between Mothecombe and Wonwell slipways. Check tide times.
Bigbury (Cockleridge) to BanthamSeasonal Bantham Estate passenger ferry, listed daily April to September at limited times (around 10-12 and 14-16). Bring cash and check times.
Salcombe to East PortlemouthRuns daily about every half hour. Listed as 8:30-18:30 from April to October and 8:30-17:00 from November to March.
Dartmouth to KingswearThe Lower Ferry runs all year, roughly 7am to 11pm Monday to Saturday and from 8am on Sundays. A separate passenger ferry runs Mon to Sat from 7:30 until 18:50, Sundays 9:00 to 18:50.
Teignmouth to Shaldon, and Starcross to ExmouthThe Starcross to Exmouth ferry runs daily from April to October and is cash only. Check Shaldon times locally.
Instow to Appledore (North Devon)Ferry across the Torridge, with a 13-mile walking route around the estuary as an alternative.
Luggage Transfers LtdCovers the whole 630-mile path. Collects and delivers to B&Bs, pubs, campsites and stations, from around £18 a day, March to October. Book ahead.
Exeter St DavidsNo station lockers reported. Partner shops and hotels offer bag storage through services such as Stasher.
PlymouthNo left luggage reported at the train or coach station. Mail2Send on Ebrington Street offers storage, about a 10-minute walk from the station.
TorquayShops and cafés near the station offer storage through apps such as Stasher and Radical Storage.
NotePrices, opening times and availability change, so check before you travel. Carry valuables with you.
Coast Path Challenge
Ten questions for anyone who has walked it, or fancies it. Every right answer takes you 63 miles closer to Poole.
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MineheadMile 0 of 630Poole
Pairing of the month
One Devon ale matched with one local food, with tasting notes and a photo.
Every pub is listed by town, A to Z, with no ranking. Where we have a note on a pub it appears after the name. Each pub name opens a map search. Pubs come from CAMRA (real ale and real cider) pub guides and the Good Beer Guide. Being listed is not a recommendation, and every listing is free. Pubs close and change hands often, so check first.
DrewsteigntonDrewe Arms, Fingle Bridge Inn – Family-run pub on the River Teign, known for Sunday carveries and cream teas., The Old Inn – 17th-century village pub with a short menu built on local ingredients.
Widecombe-in-the-MoorOld Inn – Two village pubs with log fires. The Rugglestone has a stream-side garden, the Old Inn views over Hameldown., Rugglestone Inn
How these lists work: places are listed A–Z within each town. It is not a ranking, and every listing is free. A fuller South Devon list, town by town. It is compiled from tourism guides, restaurant guides and awards lists, so it is a big start rather than every place. The English Riviera tourist board alone lists over 130 restaurants, so use its restaurant directory for the rest. Places open, close and change hands, so check before you travel.
Totnes, Dartington & Buckfastleigh
The Bull Inn, TotnesModern British cooking in a pub setting.
Circa, TotnesModern British bistro in an old High Street building, with sharing plates and flame-cooked dishes.
The Cott Inn, DartingtonThatched pub with gastro-pub food and Sunday roasts.
The Curator Kitchen, TotnesEatery next to Waterside Bistro. I found no further detail, so check its details before visiting.
Gather, TotnesFine dining built around foraged and seasonal Devon produce, with menus that change often.
Riverford Field Kitchen, BuckfastleighTraditional British food on the Riverford farm.
Rumour Kitchen and Bar, TotnesComfort food and pizzas.
Seeds 2, TotnesVegetarian and vegan-friendly, with a salad buffet and morning coffee and pastries.
The Steam Packet Inn, TotnesHistoric riverside pub and restaurant with a conservatory and local real ales.
Waterside Bistro, TotnesRiverside bistro with a terrace, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, with options for different diets.
Dartmouth
AndriaModern European small plates; Michelin Bib Gourmand.
The AngelSeasonal fine dining in a Michelin-listed restaurant.
Bayards Cove InnBoutique inn serving British and West Country classics.
Cafe Alf RescoBreakfasts, evening meals and speciality coffee.
The CherubHistoric pub with local ales and classic pub food.
Circa at Sandridge BartonFarm-to-fork dishes at a vineyard.
The Floating BridgeRiverside pub with grills, burgers and a catch of the day.
Kendricks Restaurant and BarClassic grill fare, burgers and fajitas.
RockfishFish and chips from the Mitch Tonks group.
The SeahorseSeafood and grilled meats; Mitch Tonks' flagship.
Smith Street DeliLocal deli produce, cured meats, cheeses and cakes.
Taylor's RestaurantFish-focused dishes by the quay.
WoodroastItalian-inspired food, artisan coffee and desserts.
Kingsbridge, Salcombe & the South Hams coast
Beachhouse, South Milton SandsSandwiches, cakes and beach snacks.
Britannia @ the Beach, BeesandsBeach seafood restaurant, known as "the shack".
Burgh Island Hotel, Bigbury-on-SeaModern British dining on the tidal island.
Cafe Asia, KingsbridgeEat-in and takeaway.
The Crab Shed, SalcombeCasual waterfront spot known for local crab.
The Crabshell Inn, KingsbridgeWaterside restaurant with a lively atmosphere.
The Cricket Inn, BeesandsPub with a year-round menu and Sunday roasts.
Dick and Will's, SalcombeWaterside brasserie focused on locally caught seafood, with meat and vegetarian options.
Gara Rock, near SalcombeBritish cooking, listed on OpenTable.
Hope and Anchor, Hope CoveStylish pub food, with breakfast from 8:30am.
Hope Cove HouseFish and seafood.
The Jetty, Salcombe Harbour HotelSeafood bar and grill with crab, aged steak, a build-your-own seafood counter and afternoon tea.
The Millbrook Inn, South PoolVillage pub-restaurant near Kingsbridge.
Old Bakery, KingsbridgeInformal restaurant serving Mediterranean tapas.
The Oyster Shack, BigburyOysters and seafood.
The Refectory at Fowlescombe Farm, IvybridgeBritish food at a working farm.
The Salcombe DeliTakeaway sandwiches and pastries.
Salcombe Wine BarWine bar serving platters.
Start Bay Inn, TorcrossThatched pub with seafood and pub classics, plus takeaway.
Thirty Three by the Sea, MalboroughSeafood.
Twenty Seven, KingsbridgeRelaxed restaurant using produce from within 27 miles.
Venus Cafe, Blackpool SandsBreakfast, lunch and takeaway by day, becoming a seafood restaurant in the evening.
Victoria Inn, SalcombePub with traditional fare.
The Ward Room, SalcombeBrunch cafe.
The Winking Prawn, North SandsBeachside cafe serving seafood and evening barbecues, plus chicken and steak.
Torquay & Babbacombe
AmiciItalian and Mediterranean.
Aqua LoungeSmoothies, snacks and lunch at the Riviera International Centre.
Aztec BistroCoffees, snacks and light lunches.
The Bay (On The Rocks), Abbey SandsIndependent restaurant on the seafront.
Belgrave BeefeaterSteak restaurant.
Bistrot Pierre and Las IguanasNational brands at Abbey Sands.
Burridge'sTea room on Victoria Parade.
Cary Arms & Spa, BabbacombeBeachside inn and restaurant, dog-friendly.
The Crescent Restaurant, Osborne HotelContemporary British.
The ElephantMichelin-starred fine dining by the harbour; the Brasserie is the more casual option.
GlobeFusion and global dishes.
The Hole in the WallTorquay pub.
The Imperial TorquayHotel restaurant with afternoon tea and cocktails.
Indi-YangAsian.
Junjaow Thai and Sawasdee ThaiThai restaurants, Sawasdee with takeaway.
Maha BharatIndian and Bengali.
Meat 59Award-winning restaurant.
No. 7 Fish Bistro & Wine BarFish and seafood by the harbour.
The Offshore Restaurant & BarHarbourside gastro pub with seafood.
Old ViennaHarbour restaurant.
Ollie'sRestaurant in Torquay.
The Orange TreeAA rosette and Taste of the West winner.
OttoNeapolitan pizza and brunch.
Pier PointAward-winning harbour restaurant.
PortofinoWine and cafe bar.
Restaurant 1881, The Grand HotelAA rosette restaurant.
Root & ReefBritish cooking.
Seven Dials Cafe, Cockington CourtAfternoon tea and cream tea.
Tang TangChinese.
The Usual PlaiceFish and chips.
The Waddling Duck @ HamiltonsModern British.
The Willow TreeRestaurant with a carvery of slow-cooked roasts.
Paignton & Goodrington
The BoathouseBeach restaurant.
Cantina Kitchen and Bar, GoodringtonLocal Devon produce and seafood.
Costero LoungeRestaurant on the seafront.
Gurkha's DinerNepalese and Indian dishes, with a licensed bar.
Latitude 50British cooking.
Occombe KitchenCafe at Occombe Farm. Check opening arrangements after the Greendale takeover.
ShorelineRestaurant in Paignton.
Squires, ChurstonFish and chip restaurant and takeaway.
Upper Deck Bistro, PrestonFine dining.
The Waterside InnPub-style grill: steaks, burgers and meat combos.
Brixham
8te StreetfoodInternational street food.
Beamers Seafood RestaurantHarbour seafood.
Blue AnchorTraditional harbourside pub.
The Cow ShedBar and grill on Pump Street.
Guardhouse CafeCafe at Berry Head National Nature Reserve.
OliveHarbour restaurant.
Port EspressoBrunch and coffee.
The Prince WilliamHarbour pub-restaurant.
Rockfish, BrixhamFish restaurant on the harbour.
ShoalsFamily-run fish merchants' restaurant, with daily specials from the market.
Tides RestaurantBistro-style cafe by day, fresh fish in the evening.
Teignmouth, Newton Abbot & Ashburton
Crab Shack, TeignmouthFish and seafood.
Emilia, AshburtonItalian osteria with homemade pasta; Michelin Bib Gourmand.
Newton Abbot
Newton Abbot has few named restaurants in the sources I could check, so this lists pubs and attractions, with The Old Rydon Inn for a meal. If you run or love a Newton Abbot restaurant, email us and we will add it, free.
Highweek Village InnPub listed in CAMRA guides.
Maltings Taphouse & Bottle ShopBeer shop and taproom, beside Teignworthy Brewery at Tuckers Maltings.
Newton Abbot marketsOutdoor market Wednesday and Saturday, indoor Pannier Market Monday to Saturday, produce market Fridays in Courtenay Street.
Newton Abbot RacecourseRace meetings in summer.
Newton Abbot Town and GWR MuseumLocal history museum in the town.
Saracens HeadPub listed in CAMRA guides.
Swan InnPub listed in CAMRA guides.
Teignworthy Brewery, Tuckers MaltingsTraditional floor maltings and brewery. Reel Ale, Spring Tide, Old Moggie, Neap Tide, Beachcomber and Gun Dog.
Union InnPub listed in CAMRA guides.
Upside Bar CoBar listed by South Devon CAMRA.
Dawlish and Cockwood
From a Dawlish railway fans' guide that may be dated, so confirm opening before travelling.
Anchor, Cockwood HarbourHarbourside pub known for seafood and real ale.
Brunswick Inn, DawlishLarge town pub with real ale, food and a skittles alley.
Cafe No. 1, DawlishCoffee shop and cafe on Queen Street.
Castle, HolcombeVillage pub with food and a real ale bar.
Gresham, DawlishLocal pub with real ale and light bar food.
Gurkha, DawlishIndian restaurant with takeaway on Park Road.
Langstone Cliff Hotel, Dawlish66-bedroom hotel in 19 acres of woodland above the sea, with free parking.
Marine Tavern, DawlishPub beside the railway with hot food.
Railway, DawlishPub opposite the station with low-cost meals.
Ship, CockwoodFood pub with a large real ale selection. Book at busy times.
Smugglers, HolcombeLarge cliff-top pub and restaurant. Book ahead.
Swan Inn, DawlishQuiet pub with real ale, a beer garden and no food.
Witches Bowl, DawlishOld-world restaurant on Queen Street, popular with locals.
Plymouth: more restaurants
B-Bar, BarbicanThai restaurant on the Barbican.
Bonne Santé, BarbicanCafé, bar and restaurant.
Crispy’sBurgers.
Duttons Cafe Continental, the HoeContinental café near the Hoe.
Supha’s Street Food Emporium, Sutton HarbourStreet food.
Tea & BunAsian food and ramen.
The Terrace, the HoeCafé bar by the Hoe.
Dartmoor and West Devon: more restaurants
Arundell Arms Hotel, LiftonSporting hotel with a restaurant, with a river and fly-fishing school.
Restaurant at Mill End Hotel, ChagfordAfternoon tea in Dartmoor National Park.
Totnes, Torquay, Kingsbridge and Sidmouth: more restaurants
Getting to Newton Abbot: by train, it is on the main London to Penzance line, with connections to Torquay and Paignton. By bus, local services run to Exeter and Torquay. By car, take the A380 from the M5. On foot or by bike, the Templer Way runs from Haytor to Teignmouth and a cycle route passes the Town Quay.
Coverage is thinnest for Teignmouth, Ivybridge, Honiton and Axminster, where the sources I could reach listed few venues.
Compiled from restaurant guides and tourism pages. These are the places I could confirm, not every restaurant in North Devon. Check opening days, especially out of season.
Barnstaple, Bideford & Appledore
62 The Bank & Bar, BarnstapleStylish bistro that turns into a cocktail bar in the evening.
The Coffee Cabin, AppledoreSandwiches and cakes on the Quay.
The Farmer's Arms, WoolfardisworthyModern British, near Bideford.
The Flame Factory, AppledoreFamily-run, with wood-fired pizza and flame-grilled dishes.
Gurkha Restaurant, BarnstapleNepalese and Indian.
Northcote Manor, UmberleighTraditional British in a country house hotel.
Red Lion, ClovellyHistoric harbourside pub with a seafood restaurant.
The Royal George, AppledoreModern British.
Tea on the Green, Westward Ho!Retro-style cafe known for cream teas.
The Wreckers' Retreat, Hartland QuayRefurbished clifftop bar serving gastropub food.
Woolacombe, Croyde & Mortehoe
Bar Electric, WoolacombeSeasonal cafe, restaurant, bar and takeaway.
The Barn, WoolacombeFamily- and dog-friendly pub, bar and restaurant.
Barricane Beach Cafe, WoolacombeSummer-only beach cafe with snacks and an evening curry.
Beach House Restaurant, WoolacombeSmall, family-run seafood restaurant.
Biffen's Kitchen, CroydeLaid-back, surf-themed food van.
Doyle's and Bay Brasserie & Bar, Woolacombe Bay HotelDoyle's is known for afternoon tea; Bay Brasserie is a courtyard brasserie.
The Jube, WoolacombeFamily-owned pub serving relaxed, classic dishes.
Restaurant Noel Corston, WoolacombeDinner only, with a seasonal tasting menu.
The Tides Inn, WoolacombeSeafront pub with sea views and freshly cooked food.
Woolacombe Bay Burger & Pizza CompanyFamily-run takeaway for burgers and deep-pan pizza.
Ilfracombe, Combe Martin & Watermouth
Adele's Cafe, IlfracombeHiern's Lane cafe serving breakfasts and cream teas with locally sourced ingredients.
Blacksands, IlfracombeModern bistro near the harbour with seasonal menus built on local ingredients.
The Brasserie at The Carlton, IlfracombeYear-round restaurant with seasonal, scratch-made dishes and vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options.
Giovanni & Luca, IlfracombeLong-running Italian favourite serving pizza and pasta.
Hand:Plant, IlfracombeVegan cafe.
Harbour Deli, Combe MartinBaked goods, quiches and sandwiches to eat in or take away.
Hele Bay Bar and RestaurantTraditional pub-style food near the beach, with outdoor seating.
Hele Corn MillAward-winning tearoom with cream teas, mill-baked cakes and a tea garden.
Larkstone Cafe Bar, IlfracombeFamily-friendly cafe with an outdoor play area.
The Lime Kiln Cafe Bar, IlfracombeContemporary cafe-bar above the Watersports Hub at Larkstone Cove.
The Manor House Cafe, IlfracombeTraditional, dog-friendly cafe on the High Street serving afternoon tea and all-day breakfasts.
Monkey Puzzle Restaurant, North Devon ResortFamily-friendly comfort food with free soft play.
Nelly May's Parlour, IlfracombeTudor-style tearoom making sourdough daily for sandwiches and breakfasts.
No.11 The Quay, IlfracombeStylish wine bar overlooking the harbour, with small plates and sharing boards.
The Pier Cafe, IlfracombeCafe at the aquarium with a harbour-view terrace.
S&P Fish Shop, IlfracombeHarbourside seafood: platters, crab and the daily catch, plus shellfish to take home.
Sage Cottage, IlfracombeHigh Street tearoom known for homemade cakes and cream teas.
Slice of Devon, IlfracombeCasual harbour-front eatery with lobster, crab, prawn tacos, mussels, calamari and pizza.
Snacking Kraken, Hele BayCafe with sea views serving homemade pizzas.
Storm in a Teacup, Watermouth HarbourCafe in a refurbished boat cabin with breakfasts, lunches, cakes and cream teas.
The Terrace Tapas & Wine Bar, IlfracombeTapas, cocktails and drinks with local ingredients and outdoor seating.
Lynton, Lynmouth & Exmoor
Charlie Friday's, LyntonColourful cafe with vegetarian, vegan and meat options, known for brunch.
The Cliff Top Cafe, LyntonCafe at the top of the Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway, with views over Lynmouth Bay.
Esplanade Fish Bar, LynmouthFish and chips to eat by the harbour.
Kentisbury Grange Coach HouseBrasserie-style fine dining with local, seasonal food.
Mad 4 Seafood, LynmouthSmall seafood kitchen known for crab, scallops and homemade sauces.
No.1 LyntonRelaxed cream tea spot with garden seating.
North Coast Cafe, LyntonCafe with strong baking, good coffee and bay views.
The Old Bank, LyntonIntimate restaurant with modern, seasonal small plates. Booking advised.
The Picnic Box, LyntonTakeaway boxes for walks, on Castle Hill.
Restaurant Kensington, LyntonRefined restaurant known for steaks.
Tapas at The Oak Room, LyntonSpanish-style tapas made with local ingredients.
The Vanilla Pod, LyntonMiddle Eastern-inspired dishes including mezze and spiced meats and fish.
Watersmeet HouseNational Trust riverside tearoom in woodland by the East Lyn River.
Braunton, Saunton, Instow & Westward Ho!
Beachcomber Cafe, WoolacombeBeach cafe on the sands serving breakfasts, lunches and snacks.
The Glorious Oyster, InstowSmall seafood shack behind the Sandhills where you can bring your own alcohol. There is also a horsebox in Westward Ho!
Miss Fea's Cafe, MortehoeHomemade food and artisan coffee near Morte Point, plus local craft beers.
Sandleigh Tea Room & Gardens, CroydeTea room near the Baggy Point route, using produce from its garden.
Saunton BreakFood and drink stop near Saunton Beach, where options are few.
Siam BistroThai restaurant and takeaway.
Squires Fish and Chip Restaurant, BrauntonFish and chips.
Tea by the Taw, BarnstapleCream teas.
Wild Thyme CafeHome-cooked food and an all-day breakfast menu.
Pubs in Croyde, Georgeham and on Exmoor are in the pubs list above. Pubs in Lynton, Lynmouth and Parracombe are in the North Devon section.
Bideford, Westward Ho! and Instow: more places to eat
The Exeter list comes from a restaurant guide that may be a few years old, so check that each place is still open.
Exeter independents
Circa 1924Seafood and steak.
City GatePub with a restaurant.
The FlatVegan and gluten-free pizza and pasta.
FornTapas bar with live music.
Harry's RestaurantBritish and Mexican.
The Holt, ExeterOtter Brewery's first pub and restaurant, in the city centre.
The Ivy, ExeterBrasserie with a Mediterranean-style menu.
Lloyd's Kitchen and LoungeModern British; Lloyd's Lounge is a cafe lounge and cocktail bar.
Mill on the ExePub and restaurant in a former paper mill.
The Old FirehousePub known for pizza baskets.
On The WaterfrontWaterside eatery and pub on the quay.
Rendezvous Wine BarModern British.
Samuel JonesRestaurant with craft beers and grills.
The TerraceRestaurant, rooftop bar and club lounge.
Exeter chains
Familiar names in the city centreASK Italian, Bella Italia, Bill's, Cafe Rouge, Cote Brasserie, Five Guys, Nando's, Pizza Express, Prezzo, Wagamama, YO! Sushi, Zizzi and Wetherspoon pubs have been listed. Check each one is still open.
Exmouth, Topsham & the east
Farm Table at Darts Farm, TopshamFarm restaurant using produce from the shop.
The Galley, TopshamSeafood restaurant.
Heydays, ExmouthSeaside breakfast spot.
The Jack in the Green Inn, RockbeareModern British.
Lympstone Manor, near ExmouthMichelin-starred modern British.
Rockfish, ExmouthFish and seafood.
The Salutation Inn, TopshamModern British in a pub setting.
Longboat Cafe, Budleigh SaltertonSummer beachfront cafe, coffee and sandwiches.
Wesley's at Budleigh, Budleigh SaltertonCommunity cafe known for homemade cakes.
Sidmouth, Seaton, Honiton & the coast
Balfour Arms, SidmouthTraditional British pub with rooms.
A–Z within each area and not ranked. Hours change, so check before you set off. This is a starter list, mostly from tourism guides.
Exeter
Bills ExeterCentral branch of the breakfast and brunch chain, with Full English and Eggs Royale.
Boston Tea PartyBusy city-centre cafe over two floors, with breakfasts and brunches made with local produce.
Brody's Breakfast BistroUnlimited breakfast, plus American-style pancakes and waffles.
Cosy Club ExeterSpacious cafe in Southernhay with hearty Full English and vegetarian and vegan choices.
The Daisy Cafe, HeavitreeQuiet cafe with a garden, and gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian options.
Dinosaur CafeFamily-run independent, with a Turkish breakfast alongside traditional fry-ups.
Eat On The GreenOverlooks Cathedral Green, with a cheap early breakfast deal until 10am.
Mangos Cafe and BarQuayside, with a varied breakfast menu.
Sacred GroundsVegan cafe in McCoy's Arcade, known for a plant-based Eggs Benedict.
South Devon, Torbay and the South Hams
Blackpool Sands cafe, near DartmouthRenovated beach cafe with brunch and live music.
Cafe ODE, ShaldonFamily-friendly, with pastries, sourdough toast and organic farm eggs.
The Curious Kitchen, BrixhamLarge breakfast and brunch menu, with baked eggs, burritos and French toast.
The Kitchen, Donkey Sanctuary, SidmouthBreakfast 9 to 11am, including vegan, veggie and full English.
Valley View Cafe, LoddiswellFull breakfast, with bacon and sausages from the butcher next door.
Venus Cafe, Broadsands, Bigbury-on-Sea and East PortlemouthFull English with veggie or vegan options, eggs benedict, porridge and burritos.
The Winking Prawn, SalcombeBeachside at North Sands, known for its breakfast buffet.
Plymouth, North Devon, Dartmoor and East Devon beyond Exeter need more names.
Carveries
A–Z within each area. A carvery means a counter where you choose your own meats and vegetables. Booking is wise on Sundays, and days and times change, so check first.
Torbay and Brixham
Babbacombe Royal Hotel and Carvery, TorquayOpen every day, with several carvery options including a meatless choice.
Berry Head Hotel, BrixhamSunday carvery with a choice of three cooked meats.
The Burton, BrixhamListed with a carvery. Check before you go.
Noah's Ark Bar and Grill, PaigntonSunday carvery from 12 to 4pm with four meats. Booking recommended.
The Prince William, BrixhamCarvery every evening and at Sunday lunchtimes.
The Willow Tree, TorquayCarvery seven days a week, with unlimited vegetables, potatoes and sauces.
North Devon
1892 Bar and Restaurant, Ilfracombe Golf ClubClassic Sunday carvery. No golf required.
The Capstone, IlfracombeCarvery every Sunday from 12.30.
Monkey Puzzle Restaurant, IlfracombeCarvery with locally sourced meats, a free indoor play area and free parking.
Stowaways, IlfracombeDaily carvery and harbour views, see Chip shops.
Exeter and East Devon
Cofton Carvery, DawlishEvery Sunday 12 to 4pm at Cofton Holidays. Book on 01626 890111.
Toby Carvery and Brewers Fayre carvery pubsChain carveries are listed in several Devon towns, including Bideford. Use the chain's store finder.
How to read this: places are listed A–Z within each town and are not ranked. They come from awards lists, tourism guides and local news, so some are restaurants with a takeaway counter. Opening days change, especially out of season, so check before you travel. For a coeliac, ask about dedicated fryers. The fast food block below covers chains and holiday parks.
Torquay & Babbacombe
Hanbury's Fish Restaurant and Takeaway, BabbacombeFamily-run and award-winning, popular with locals for over 30 years, and close to the beach.
Pier Point Restaurant, TorquayModern harbour restaurant serving beer-battered cod with chunky chips.
The Really Good Sandwich Company, TorquaySandwiches and rolls to take away.
Rockfish, TorquayCooked-to-order fish and chips, with a takeaway option and a children's menu.
Saltwater Fish Restaurant & Takeaway, TorquayTraditional fish and chip shop and licensed restaurant on the harbourside, using local catches. Ranked in the UK top 10 at the 2020 National Fish and Chip Awards. Gluten-free batter.
Sawasdee Thai Restaurant and Takeaway, TorquayThai takeaway.
Three Degrees West, Oddicombe BeachBeer-battered cod at the water's edge, reached by the Babbacombe Cliff Railway.
The Usual Plaice, TorquayFish and chips.
Paignton & Goodrington
Aroma Lounge, PaigntonListed as a takeaway by the English Riviera tourist board.
Cantina Kitchen & Bar, GoodringtonFish and chips near Goodrington Sands, including a vegan version.
KFC, PaigntonFried chicken takeaway.
The London Fryer, PaigntonFamily-run shop near Preston Sands, known for value portions.
Nepalese Gurkha, PaigntonNepalese takeaway.
Squires Restaurant & Takeaway, ChurstonAward-winning restaurant and takeaway between Paignton and Brixham.
Brixham
David's Fish and ChipsFish and chips.
Doughy's PizzaPizza takeaway.
Nick's Fish Bar and TakeawayDog-friendly cafe and takeaway with harbour views, serving cod with traditional or cheesy chips.
Rockfish, BrixhamSeafood restaurant and takeaway on the harbour.
Simply Fish Restaurant and TakeawayFamily business by the harbour, serving fried Brixham fish from local boats with double-cooked chips.
Dartmouth, Start Bay & the South Hams
Britannia @ the Beach, BeesandsKnown as "the shack", beside the shingle beach, with vegan options and takeaway. Check opening days.
Cafe Asia, KingsbridgeEat-in and takeaway.
Rockfish, DartmouthMitch Tonks' original, with a takeaway counter and sustainably caught fish. Eat by the River Dart.
The Salcombe DeliTakeaway sandwiches and pastries.
Start Bay Inn, TorcrossFamily-run thatched inn with a seafood focus. Takeaways can be eaten on Slapton Sands.
Plymouth
Barbican Fish BarDedicated gluten-free fish and chip shop next door to Harbourside, run by the same team.
Barbican Pasty Co.Bakery on the Barbican for a quick local bite.
The Boathouse Cafe, near the Mayflower StepsSeafood restaurant and bar where fish and chips are a popular order.
The Dock, King Point MarinaFamily-run, with beer-battered haddock and chips.
The Harbour Seafood Restaurant & Takeaway, Sutton HarbourSit-down seafood restaurant that welcomes dogs, plus a takeaway for eating along the Barbican.
Harbourside Fish & Chips, the BarbicanLong-standing local favourite using sustainably sourced fish, in biodegradable packaging. Often rated among the best in the UK.
Jolly Jacks, Mayflower MarinaBistro-style restaurant with waterside fish and chips.
Ocean View Bar & Dining, The DomeBeer-battered Plymouth market fish in an Art Deco setting.
Platters, the BarbicanSeafood restaurant sourcing from Plymouth Fish Market.
Rockfish, Sutton HarbourDaily catches from Brixham, cooked to order.
Smashland BurgersBurger restaurant.
Tavistock, Dartmoor & West Devon
The Famous Chippie, HorrabridgeLarge portions with a light batter. No indoor seating.
Graylings, North TawtonKnown for friendly staff and fishcakes. There is also a branch at Fremington.
Pump & Pedal, OkehamptonBike shop with a bar and cafe.
TJ's & LJ's Fish and Chips, TavistockFamily-owned, with indoor seating, takeaway and options for various diets.
Exeter, Exmouth & East Devon
Bloaters, SidfordCod, haddock and plaice, with children's and vegetarian choices and a car park. Sidmouth is nearby.
Budleigh Fish Cafe, Budleigh SaltertonLocally sourced fish and chips, with a gluten-free option.
Dukes, The Esplanade, SidmouthWell-regarded fish and chips.
Krispies, Exmouth57 Exeter Road. Won Fish & Chip Shop of the Year in 2019, praised for homemade mushy peas and battered chips.
The Proper Fish & Chips Co, Exmouth73 Exeter Road. Plastic-free packaging, local potatoes and fish traced to a named trawler. There is also a shop on Honiton High Street.
Prospect Fish and Chips, SidmouthTop-ranked for fish and chips in Sidmouth on Tripadvisor, with online ordering.
Rockfish, Exmouth and ExeterSeafood restaurant and takeaway.
Seaton's Fish Bar 4, Queen Street, SeatonTakeaway cod and chips.
Smart Fish Bar, ExeterGenerous portions at good prices. Eat by the Quay.
The White Horse Cafe, SidmouthTakeaway for eating on the shingle beach, with double-cooked chips.
Barnstaple, Bideford & Appledore
The Catch, BarnstapleFull gluten-free menu with a dedicated fryer.
Graylings, FremingtonBranch of the North Tawton favourite.
Kate's Plaice, mobile vanEntirely gluten-free. Visits Barnstaple, Bideford, Westward Ho!, Parkham and Milton Damerel.
The Pelican, BarnstapleAward-winning, known for light, crispy-battered cod. Takeaway by the River Taw.
The Pilton Fryer, BarnstapleGluten-free options every night, including battered fish, sausages and pea fritters.
Sylvesters Fish and Chip Shop, AppledoreLocal seafood and hand-cut chips in paper rather than polystyrene. Eat on Appledore Beach.
Braunton, Croyde, Woolacombe & Westward Ho!
Atlantic Bay Fish and Chips, Westward Ho!Chips are always gluten-free. Gluten-free fish is on Mondays only.
The Pier House, Westward Ho!Gluten-free fish and chips on request, for dining in.
Siam Bistro, Braunton areaThai restaurant and takeaway.
South 16, BrauntonGluten-free fish and chips every night.
Squires Fish Restaurant and Takeaway, BrauntonFamily restaurant open since 1969, with seating for 130 and click-and-collect. Named a finalist in the 2026 National Fish and Chip Awards. Gluten-free batter, but no dedicated fryers.
Woolacombe Bay Burger & Pizza CompanyFamily-run takeaway for burgers and deep-pan pizza.
Woolacombe FryerSustainably sourced fish, fishcakes, burgers and pies. Good for eating on the beach.
Ilfracombe, Combe Martin & Lynmouth
The Dolphin, IlfracombeRecently added a gluten-free menu with battered fish, sausages, scampi and curry sauce.
Esplanade Fish Bar, LynmouthFish and chips to eat by the harbour.
Lynbay Fish and Chips, IlfracombeOffers many gluten-free options.
Mad 4 Seafood, LynmouthSmall seafood kitchen with crab, scallops and homemade sauces.
Stowaways Restaurant and Tight Lines Chippy, IlfracombeRestaurant with takeaway, a daily carvery and harbour views.
Gluten-free fish and chips
Barbican Fish Bar, PlymouthDedicated gluten-free chip shop.
Budleigh Fish Cafe, Budleigh SaltertonGluten-free option.
The Catch, BarnstapleDedicated gluten-free fryer.
Kate's Plaice, North DevonMobile and entirely gluten-free.
The Pilton Fryer, BarnstapleGluten-free options every night.
RockfishGluten-free options across its branches.
Saltwater Fish, TorquayGluten-free batter.
South 16, BrauntonGluten-free every night.
Restaurants by type
Fine dining & Michelin
Lympstone Manor, near ExmouthOne Michelin star. Modern British cooking in a Georgian mansion, by Michael Caines.
Gidleigh Park, ChagfordOne Michelin star. Tasting and à la carte menus in an elegant Dartmoor hotel.
Masons Arms, KnowstoneOne Michelin star, in a thatched inn near South Molton.
Acleaf at Boringdon Hall, PlymouthMichelin star, listed with four AA Rosettes.
The Elephant, TorquayMichelin star, listed with three AA Rosettes.
Glebe House, SouthleighMichelin Green Star for sustainability.
Stage, ExeterSurprise four- or six-course tasting menu, with no menu to read.
The Angel, DartmouthRelaxed fine dining in a listed building above the River Dart.
Italian & modern European
Emilia, AshburtonMichelin Bib Gourmand osteria in a former bank, known for homemade pasta.
Andria, DartmouthMichelin Bib Gourmand. Modern European cooking using ingredients from nearby harbours.
The Antidote, IlfracombeMichelin Bib Gourmand in North Devon.
Twenty Seven, KingsbridgeRelaxed restaurant using produce sourced within 27 miles.
Winslade Manor, Clyst St MaryContemporary Devon dining built around local produce such as Devon Longhorn beef.
Seafood & shellfish
The Seahorse, DartmouthMitch Tonks' waterfront flagship, with fish cooked over an open charcoal fire.
RockfishFish restaurants in Dartmouth, Torquay, Plymouth, Brixham, Exeter and Exmouth, with a fully gluten-free menu.
Shoals, BrixhamRun by a family of fish merchants, with daily specials from Brixham Fish Market.
The Crab Shed, SalcombeRiverside spot serving local crab, mussels, prawns and mackerel.
The Oyster Shack, BigburyRural spot near the River Avon, known for oysters, lobster and a seafood feast menu.
Britannia @ The Beach, BeesandsBYO beach restaurant with local crab, lobster and scallops, plus takeaway.
The Beach House, South Milton SandsBeach café with daily-delivered seafood, including cracked crab and moules marinière.
The Galley, TopshamWell-known seafood restaurant on Fore Street.
Glorious Oyster and The Boathouse, InstowAn oyster shack and a seafood platter spot, with views over the Taw and Torridge estuary.
Take Thyme, IlfracombeLocally caught seafood near the harbour. Daytime only.
No. 7 Fish Bistro, TorquayBrixham seafood overlooking Torquay Harbour.
Pea Green Boat and Neil's Restaurant, SidmouthSeasonal, locally caught fish. Neil's menu changes daily with the landings.
Platters, PlymouthFamily-run Barbican restaurant known for fish and chips and fish pies.
Saveurs, ExmouthEuropean-influenced seafood, with a daily menu based on what local boats land.
Fish & chips
Start Bay Inn, TorcrossFamily-run seafood pub on the beach. Take your food to Slapton Sands.
Britannia at the Beach ("The Shack"), BeesandsCafé and takeaway beside the shingle beach, with vegan options.
Rockfish takeaway, DartmouthSustainably caught fish, with a takeaway at the Lower Ferry.
The Proper Fish & Chips Co and Krispies, ExmouthSustainability-minded chippies, one using plastic-free packaging and Starcross potatoes.
Sylvesters, AppledoreLocal fish and hand-cut chips, to eat on Appledore Beach.
Woolacombe Fryer, WoolacombeSustainably sourced cod, plaice and haddock, to eat on the beach.
Squires, BrauntonLong-running, award-winning family fish restaurant with 130 seats, near Saunton Sands.
The Pelican, BarnstapleAward-winning restaurant and takeaway known for light, crispy cod.
Stowaways and Tight Lines Chippy, IlfracombeRestaurant, takeaway and daily carvery.
TJ's & LJ's, TavistockFamily-owned, with indoor seating, takeaway and dietary options.
Smart Fish Bar, ExeterClassic dishes and scampi, with fresh oil daily.
Bloaters, SidfordCafé-style shop with children's and vegetarian options, near Sidmouth.
Sunday roast
The Sloop Inn, BanthamKnown for its Sunday lunch and Yorkshire puddings.
Sea Trout Inn, StavertonDevon beef and pork belly on the roast menu.
The Ship Inn, Noss MayoLarge roasts, so book ahead.
The Masons Arms, BranscombeThatched seaside pub with a well-regarded roast.
The Cornish Arms, TavistockPopular Sunday lunch at a Michelin Bib Gourmand pub.
Fingle Bridge Inn, DrewsteigntonSunday carveries beside the River Teign.
Comyn Farm, IlfracombeSunday lunch using produce from its own land.
The Tytherleigh Arms, AxminsterPink roast beef and seasonal puddings.
Furzeleigh Mill, BuckfastleighFamily-run former corn mill, with Sunday roasts.
Vegetarian & vegan
Herbies, ExeterLong-running, family-run city-centre spot with a varied vegetarian menu, many dishes vegan.
The Flat, ExeterVegetarian pizzeria on Fore Street. Pizzas can be made vegan or gluten-free.
Seeds 2, TotnesVegetarian salad bar and coffee shop near the market square.
Rafikis, AshburtonVegetarian café, restaurant and bar with outdoor seating.
Cosmic Kitchen, PlymouthVegan restaurant with Cypriot-inspired dishes and a Sunday roast club.
The Bull Inn, TotnesPub with a vegetarian-focused, changing small-plates menu.
Cream teas & cafés
Angels Tea Rooms, BabbacombeRefined tea rooms overlooking Babbacombe Downs, with loose-leaf tea and homemade scones.
Anne of Cleves Tearoom, TotnesOld-fashioned tearoom in a listed Elizabethan building.
Otterton Mill, near Budleigh SaltertonWorking mill with scones made on site and award-winning cream teas.
Darts Farm Restaurant, TopshamHomemade scones with jam and clotted cream, on a working farm.
Ullacombe Farm Café, Bovey TraceyDog-friendly café beside the farm shop, with a savoury cream tea.
Badgers Holt, DartmeetDartmoor venue known for its scone recipe, with a vegan cream tea.
Salcombe Harbour Hotel, SalcombeThe Jetty Cream Tea, with estuary views.
Pecorama, BeerCream tea on a restored Pullman carriage, in a hilltop garden attraction.
Rosemoor Garden Kitchen, TorringtonRHS Garden Rosemoor, with locally sourced food and cream teas.
Fast food & takeaways near where you're staying
Big towns: Exeter, Plymouth, TorquayThese have the widest choice of chains and late-night food. A 2021 article listed McDonald's in all three (Exeter High Street, Plymouth New George Street, Torquay Union Street). Hours change, so check the chain's own app or store finder.
Smaller towns and villagesExpect fish and chip shops, bakeries, pasty shops and pizza or kebab takeaways rather than big chains. See the fish and chips, seafood and cafés lists above.
Delivery appsUber Eats lists fast food and takeaways in Exeter, Torquay and Brixham. Coverage drops off in rural areas, so check your postcode before relying on it.
Holiday parks with an on-site takeawayGolden Sands (Dawlish), Cofton Country Holidays (Starcross), Hoburne Torbay (Paignton), Riviera Bay (Brixham), Europa Park (Woolacombe), Devon Coast (Ilfracombe), Langstone Manor (Tavistock), Forest Glade (Cullompton) and Hedley Wood (Holsworthy).
Woolacombe Bay Holiday ParksEat-in or takeaway at its venues. Free delivery to accommodation at Woolacombe Bay and Twitchen House (£10 minimum, card only, ordered online, over 18s). Nisa shops sell bakery items, meal deals and grab-and-go food.
Devon Cliffs, ExmouthI couldn't confirm its current on-site food outlets. Check the park's own food and drink page before you arrive.
Self-catering or camping?Check for a village shop or convenience store near your accommodation, and plan a first-night meal in case the local takeaway is closed midweek in winter.
Michelin and AA information comes from published lists and changes each year. Fast food chain locations aren't listed town by town here. For the nearest branch, use the chain's own store finder or a map app.
Where to stay
Hotels, pubs with rooms, B&Bs, hostels, glamping and self-catering, chosen to sit close to breweries, farm shops and the Coast Path. We're not affiliated with any of them. Check availability, parking and dog policies before booking.
Which area suits you?
Couples and boutique staysSouth Devon. Estuary towns like Salcombe and Dartmouth have boutique hotels and stylish apartments.
No carSouth Devon. Mainline stations (Totnes, Exeter, Plymouth), ferries and better bus links make car-free trips easier.
Walkers and solo tripsNorth Devon. Remote Coast Path stretches, Exmoor cliffs and quiet villages.
BudgetNorth Devon. Affordable B&Bs, campsites and farm stays.
Surf and beachesCroyde, Woolacombe and Saunton in North Devon.
Hotels & inns, South Devon
The Cricket InnNear Kingsbridge. Gastropub with smart rooms and fresh fish and seafood.
South Sands and Soar Mill CoveBoth near Salcombe, close to the Coast Path. Soar Mill Cove is a family-friendly country-house hotel.
The Cott Inn, DartingtonOne of England's oldest thatched inns, between Dartmoor and the coast, with five rooms.
Hotels & inns, Dartmoor and Exeter
Horn of PlentyCountry-house hotel in Dartmoor National Park.
The Cridford Inn, TrushamNear Bovey Tracey. One of Devon's oldest dwellings, with renovated rooms, local produce and over 100 gins.
The Salutation Inn and TelstarExeter area options for a city or Darts Farm and Greendale trip.
Hotels & inns, North Devon
The Seagate, AppledoreTen stylish rooms with views of the fishing village.
The Red Lion, ClovellyOverlooks the harbour, with 17 rooms and a traditional bar and restaurant.
Hotels & B&Bs, Plymouth
Boringdon HallCountry-house hotel with a Michelin-starred restaurant and a brasserie.
Imperial and EdgcumbeSmall hotel and modern B&B near the Hoe and seafront.
Tally Ho! Country Inn and Brewery, Hatherleigh15th-century inn with a micro-brewery on site and four rooms, in the pub and an adjacent cottage. Dogs welcome.
Hope & Anchor, Hope CoveInn with rooms, sea views and good food, close to beaches and the Coast Path.
Royal Castle, DartmouthHistoric harbour-town hotel and pub, part of St Austell Brewery's pubs with rooms.
Mill on the Exe, ExeterWaterside pub with rooms, with easy access to the cathedral and Quay.
Railway Inn, ChurstonBeside Churston Station on the Paignton to Kingswear steam railway, popular with Agatha Christie fans.
Sea Trout Inn, Dart Valley15th-century inn serving Palmers ales, dog friendly, with rooms and a beer garden.
The Royal George, AppledoreNorth Devon fishing-village inn with rooms, listed by Sawday's.
Luxury, spa and seaside hotels
Lympstone Manor, near ExmouthFive-star manor with a Michelin-starred restaurant and its own vineyard.
Cary Arms & Spa, BabbacombeBoutique inn and spa overlooking the sea, with a traditional inn restaurant.
Lincombe Hall and Orestone Manor, TorquayAdults-only spa hotel by the marina, and a Georgian manor in sub-tropical gardens.
Dart Marina, DartmouthContemporary riverside hotel with a bistro.
Gara Rock and Salcombe Harbour Hotel & SpaSalcombe-area seaside stays, both recognised in the 2025 Devon Tourism Awards.
Burgh Island HotelArt Deco hotel on a tidal island, with its own pub.
Bovey CastleGrand Dartmoor country hotel.
Saunton Sands Hotel, BrauntonCliff-top Art Deco hotel with a spa, two pools and beach views.
Sandy Cove Hotel, Berrynarbour, and Commodore Hotel, InstowNorth Devon hotels near Ilfracombe and Bideford.
B&Bs & boutique guest houses
The 25 Boutique B&B, TorquayBoutique B&B in Torquay.
Brightham House, near SalcombeBoutique B&B near Salcombe.
Waterfront House, DartmouthHarbour-view B&B in the heart of town.
Kerswell Farmhouse, TotnesWorking-farm B&B with manor-house rooms and self-catering barn suites.
Tavistock House Hotel and One Drake Road, TavistockTownhouse stays on the edge of Dartmoor, near Stannary Brewing Co.
Hollamoor Farm, BarnstapleFarm stay with shepherds' huts, close to Barum Brewery.
Southernhay House, ExeterBoutique stay in the city centre.
Hartland Mill B&B, near BidefordSmall B&B five minutes' walk from the Coast Path.
Hostels, bunkhouses & budget
YHA hostelsSalcombe (above the estuary), Beer, Okehampton and Okehampton Bracken Tor, plus the Elmscott Bunkhouse near Hartland. The network changes often, so check the list.
Ocean Backpackers, IlfracombeIndependent hostel a minute from the harbour, with private rooms and a shared kitchen.
Premier InnHotels in Exeter, Torquay, Paignton, Plymouth, Exmouth, Newton Abbot, Honiton and Barnstaple, handy for city and station trips.
Glamping, huts & farm stays
Bow Creek Shepherds Hut, near TotnesDog-friendly hut for two, with four pubs within walking distance.
Allercombe Farm Glamping, RatteryYurts on a South Hams family farm, with local meat sold on site.
Gatcombe Park Farm Glamping, LittlehempstonAlpaca farm near Totnes.
Westland Farm, near BarnstapleYurts and huts with hot tubs, and camping pitches, on a working farm.
Rosebud Ranch, UmberleighLuxury bell tent on an alpaca farm.
West Welsford Wild Camping, near HartlandSimple pitches on a dairy farm, 10 minutes from Clovelly.
Yurtcamp Devon, near Newton AbbotWoodland yurts with firepits, near Dartmoor.
Jurassic Glamping, near AxminsterEast Devon glamping about 10 minutes from the Jurassic Coast.
Self-catering rentals
Toad Hall CottagesKingsbridge-based, with offices in Salcombe and Dartmouth. Over 1,300 West Country cottages.
Coast & Country CottagesOver 450 properties around Salcombe, Dartmouth and the South Devon coast.
Marsdens Devon CottagesLetting since 1973, with a strong North Devon range. Over half of cottages welcome dogs.
Sykes CottagesLarge Devon selection, including Dartmoor, Exeter and Plymouth.
Classic CottagesHand-picked cottages across South Devon, Dartmoor and the West Country.
Croyde HolidaysHoliday homes in Croyde, Braunton, Saunton and Woolacombe.
Stay in: Torbay and the English Riviera
Berry Head Hotel, BrixhamHotel. Tap the name to see photos, reviews and rooms on the map.
Blue Waters Lodge, PaigntonGuest house, silver at the 2025 Devon Tourism Awards.
Cary Arms & Spa, BabbacombeInn with rooms and a spa on the beach at Babbacombe. Tap the name to see photos, reviews and rooms on the map.
Browns Hotel, DartmouthTown-centre hotel close to the quay.
Buckland-Tout-Saints, KingsbridgeHotel. Tap the name to see photos, reviews and rooms on the map.
Burgh Island Hotel, Bigbury-on-SeaArt Deco hotel on a tidal island off Bigbury-on-Sea, reached at low tide on foot or by sea tractor. Tap the name to see photos, reviews and rooms on the map.
Dart Marina Hotel, DartmouthHotel. Tap the name to see photos, reviews and rooms on the map.
Fingals, DittishamRural stay on the River Dart.
Gara Rock, East PortlemouthClifftop hotel and cottages above the sea near East Portlemouth. Tap the name to see photos, reviews and rooms on the map.
Gunfield Hotel, DartmouthHotel. Tap the name to see photos, reviews and rooms on the map.
Hotel Endsleigh, Milton AbbotCountry-house hotel on the Devon and Cornwall border, beside the River Tamar.
Royal Castle Hotel, DartmouthHistoric hotel on Dartmouth's quay. Tap the name to see photos, reviews and rooms on the map.
Royal Seven Stars Hotel, TotnesHistoric coaching inn in the centre of Totnes.
Salcombe Harbour Hotel, SalcombeWaterfront hotel and spa in Salcombe. Tap the name to see photos, reviews and rooms on the map.
Soar Mill Cove Hotel, SalcombeCoastal hotel in a quiet cove near Salcombe. Tap the name to see photos, reviews and rooms on the map.
South Sands Hotel, SalcombeHotel. Tap the name to see photos, reviews and rooms on the map.
The Cottage Hotel and Restaurant, Hope CoveSmall hotel above the beach, bronze at the 2025 Devon Tourism Awards.
The Henley Hotel, Bigbury-on-SeaSmall clifftop hotel looking over Burgh Island.
Thurlestone Hotel and Spa, near KingsbridgeLarge family-run seaside hotel, bronze at the 2025 Devon Tourism Awards.
Tides Reach Hotel, SalcombeHotel. Tap the name to see photos, reviews and rooms on the map.
Whitebeam Wood and Rill House, SlaptonSelf-catering near Slapton Sands, both dog friendly.
Abode Exeter, ExeterBoutique hotel beside Exeter Cathedral. Tap the name to see photos, reviews and rooms on the map.
Bedford Hotel, SidmouthHotel. Tap the name to see photos, reviews and rooms on the map.
Belmont Hotel, SidmouthHotel. Tap the name to see photos, reviews and rooms on the map.
Combe House, GittishamCountry-house hotel near Honiton.
Dower House Hotel, RousdonHotel. Tap the name for the map, photos and rooms.
Fortfield Hotel, SidmouthHotel near the Esplanade and the sea.
Greyhound Country Inn, Fenny BridgesHotel. Tap the name for the map, photos and rooms.
Henbere Farm B&B, BickleighB&B or guest house. Tap the name for the map, photos and rooms.
Hotel du Vin, ExeterCity-centre hotel near the cathedral.
Hotel Riviera, SidmouthRegency seafront hotel on the Esplanade.
Hunters Moon Hotel, SidmouthHotel. Tap the name for the map, photos and rooms.
Imperial Hotel, ExmouthSeafront hotel overlooking the beach and estuary.
Kerrington House, AxminsterB&B or guest house. Tap the name for the map, photos and rooms.
Lympstone Manor Hotel, LympstoneCountry house hotel above the Exe estuary with a Michelin-starred restaurant. Tap the name for the map, photos and rooms.
Mincombe Barn, SidburyB&B or guest house. Tap the name for the map, photos and rooms.
Minton House, ColytonB&B or guest house. Tap the name for the map, photos and rooms.
Mount Pleasant Hotel, SidmouthHotel. Tap the name for the map, photos and rooms.
Padbrook Park Hotel, CullomptonHotel. Tap the name for the map, photos and rooms.
Records Place, SouthleighB&B or guest house. Tap the name for the map, photos and rooms.
Royal Beacon Hotel, ExmouthSeafront hotel in Exmouth. Tap the name to see photos, reviews and rooms on the map.
Royal Glen Hotel, SidmouthHotel. Tap the name to see photos, reviews and rooms on the map.
Southgate Hotel, ExeterHotel. Tap the name to see photos, reviews and rooms on the map.
Stoneborough House, Budleigh SaltertonB&B or guest house. Tap the name for the map, photos and rooms.
The Anchor Inn, BeerPub with rooms above the beach.
The Belfry, YarcombeB&B or guest house. Tap the name for the map, photos and rooms.
The Elizabeth, SidmouthHotel. Tap the name for the map, photos and rooms.
The Old Dairy B&B, LympstoneB&B or guest house. Tap the name for the map, photos and rooms.
The Rougemont Hotel, ExeterHotel next to Exeter Central station.
The Salty Monk, SidmouthRestaurant with rooms on the edge of Sidmouth.
Andrewshayes Holiday Park, AxminsterEast Devon, silver Holiday Park of the Year at the 2025 Devon Tourism Awards.
Clawford Lakes Resort and Spa, HolsworthyGold Holiday Park of the Year at the 2025 Devon Tourism Awards.
Cofton Holidays, DawlishSeaside park, dog friendly, bronze at the 2025 awards.
Harford Bridge Holiday Park, TavistockDartmoor-edge park beside the River Tavy, silver at the 2025 awards.
Lynmouth Holiday Retreat, LyntonExmoor coast park, bronze at the 2025 awards.
River Dart Country Park, AshburtonDartmoor-edge park, bronze at the 2025 awards.
Rusty Sheds, HolbertonGold Glamping Business of the Year at the 2025 awards.
Woolacombe Bay Holiday Park, WoolacombeBronze Holiday Park of the Year at the 2025 awards.
Yeatheridge Farm Caravan Park, CreditonGold Camping and Caravanning Park of the Year at the 2025 awards.
The 2025 Devon Tourism Awards placings are from the awards' own winners list. Everything else is listed A to Z within its area, and every listing is free. Check availability, parking and dog policies before booking.
Tip: when choosing a rental, check the distance to a taproom or farm shop, parking, and whether dogs are welcome.
Staying at a holiday park?
Pick your park for nearby breweries, farm shops and routes. Distances are approximate, so check before you travel.
East Devon
Andrewshayes Holiday Park, AxminsterAward-winning park with a swimming pool, bar and restaurant, about 15 minutes from Lyme Regis.
Axe Vale Caravan Park, SeatonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Crablake Farm, ExeterHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Devon Cliffs, Exmouth (Haven)Sandy Bay EX8 5BT. An hourly bus runs into Exmouth. Nearby: Darts Farm, Greendale, Exeter Brewery, Powderkeg. Park details: Hoseasons.
Exeter View Stables, ExeterHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Forest Edge, SidburyFamily camping and glamping site with an on-site sauna and cold plunge.
Forest Glade Holiday Park, CullomptonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Cuckoo Down Farm, West Hill, Ottery St MaryGlamping in safari tents and a yurt, each with a hot tub.
South Devon
Alston Farm Camping, MalboroughHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Bolberry House Farm, SalcombeHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Bona Vista Holiday Park, PaigntonCaravan park with 4 to 6 berth caravans, hill views and some pet-friendly units. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Bovisand Lodge Holiday Park, BovisandHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Challaborough Bay, BigburySouth Hams. Nearby: Salcombe Brewery, Red Rock Brewery, South Hams Taphouse.
Cockingford Farm, Newton AbbotHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Dartmouth Holiday Park, DartmouthHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Devon Hills Haulfryn, PaigntonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Galmpton Touring Park, BrixhamHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Gatcombe Park Farm, LittlehempstonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Golden Sands and Cofton HolidaysDawlish area. Nearby: Teignmouth Brewery, Darts Farm, Ullacombe Farm Shop.
Grange Court Holiday Centre, PaigntonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Hemsford Yurt Camp, LittlehempstonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Higher Well Farm Holiday Park, Stoke GabrielHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Hoburne Devon Bay, Beverley Park and Brixham Holiday ParkTorbay area. Nearby: Occombe Farm, Bays Brewery, Ben's Farm Shop.
Holsome Park Camping, TotnesHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Karrageen Caravan Park, BolberryHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Lady's Mile Holiday Park, DawlishPark with swimming pools and slides, a restaurant and bar, and entertainment.
Landscove Holiday Park, BrixhamSeafront park with sea views, with the South West Coast Path between the park and the sea. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Leadstone Camping, DawlishDog-friendly family park with a play park, food trucks and electric pitches.
Little Cotmore Farm, Stoke FlemingHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Meadowfields Campsite, TotnesHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Moorview Touring Park, ModburyHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Mount Folly Farm, BigburyHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Old Orchard House, Newton AbbotHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Peppermint Park, Dawlish WarrenHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Riviera Bay Holiday Park, BrixhamQuiet park aimed at peaceful stays. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Ross Park Caravan Park, Newton AbbotHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Slapton Sands Camping, SlaptonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
South Bay Holiday Park, BrixhamPark above Brixham harbour with a heated indoor pool and children's facilities. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Sunridge, YealmptonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Torbay Holiday Park, PaigntonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Torquay Holiday Park, TorquayFamily park (Parkdean Resorts) with an indoor pool and flume, crazy golf and an adventure play area. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Wall Park Touring Caravan Site, BrixhamTouring and camping site on eight acres, dogs welcome and wheelchair accessible. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Waterside Holiday Park, PaigntonWaterfront park where the Dartmouth Steam Railway runs between the site and the sea. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Whitehill Country Park, PaigntonDog-friendly park with camping pods, hot-tub caravans, lodges, touring pitches, indoor soft play and a heated outdoor pool. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Widdicombe Farm, PaigntonAdult-only licensed touring park on eight acres of farmland, dogs by arrangement. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Widend Touring Park, PaigntonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Wonton Park Camping, TotnesHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Wray Valley Camping, Newton AbbotHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Yurtcamp Devon, LivertonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
North Devon
Bales Ash Campsite, UmberleighHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Barn Park Campsite, WoolacombeHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Camping @ Croyde Bay, CroydeHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Cheglinch Camping, IlfracombeHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Combas Farm, CroydeHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Crossways Country Park, BarnstapleHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Croyde Bay (Haven), CroydeHoliday resort with direct beach access through the dunes, plus a pool, gym and evening entertainment. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Damage Barton, MortehoeHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Dyers Meadows Camping, BidefordHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Easewell Farm Holiday Park, MortehoeHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Freshwell Camping, CroydeHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Gratton Hideaway, HolsworthyHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Hallsdown Farm Touring Park, BarnstapleHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Hele Valley Holiday Park, IlfracombeHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Hidden Valley Park, West DownHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Higher Cheristow Farm Camping, HartlandHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Ilfracombe Holiday Park, IlfracombeHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Incledon Farm Camping, BrauntonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Kentisbury Grange, KentisburyHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Lee Meadow Farm, WoolacombeHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Little Meadow Campsite, BerrynarborHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Roey's Retreat Campsite, Higher ClovellyHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Ruda Holiday Park, CroydeCroyde park with a tropical-style pool, kids' clubs, tennis and an obstacle course. Caravans, lodges, apartments and camping. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Secret Spot Camping, BrauntonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Silver View Campsite, Combe MartinHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Smytham Holiday Park, Great TorringtonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
South Dean Camping, BarnstapleHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
South Ford Farm Camping, ClapworthyHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
South Hoggs Hideaway, HolsworthyHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Stafford Moor Fishery, DoltonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Strawfields, IlfracombeHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Sunny Lyn Holiday Park, LyntonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Westland Farm, Combe MartinHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Whitemoor Camping, Bishops TawtonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Woolacombe Bay, Woolacombe Sands and Twitchen HouseWoolacombe. Nearby: Grampus Brewery (Ilfracombe), Madrigal Brewery, Barum Brewery (Barnstaple).
Woolacombe Sands Holiday Park, WoolacombeCaravans, chalets and camping near the coast, with pools, a kids' club, shop, bar and restaurant. Dog-friendly stays. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Braddicks Holiday Centre, Westward Ho!Award-winning park with self-catering homes, villas, apartments, caravans, a kids' club and evening shows. Pets accepted in some units.
Golden Coast Holiday Park, WoolacombeActivity-focused park with a surf simulator, climbing walls and four heated pools, popular with older children and teens.
Sandaway Beach Holiday Park, Combe MartinPark on the edge of Combe Martin with sea views and a private beach. Chalets, caravans and apartments.
Surf Bay Holiday Park, Westward Ho!Park near the beach with static caravans, apartments and pet-friendly and hot tub options.
Dartmoor and West Devon
Appledore Park, Sampford CourtenayHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Ashbourne Woods, RatteryHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Ashburton Holiday Park, AshburtonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Brackenhill Glamping, UgboroughHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Cannamore Camping, AvonwickHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Cranmere Holiday Park, OkehamptonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Dartmoor Domes, PlymouthHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Dartmoor Halfway Inn Campsite, BickingtonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Dartmoor Yurt Holidays, Newton AbbotHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Devon Yurt, LiftonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Harford Bridge Park, TavistockHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Hennock Hideaways, Bovey TraceyHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Hideaway Camping, BroadburyHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Langstone Manor Holiday Park, TavistockHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Lemonford Caravan Park, BickingtonFamily and dog-friendly camping, touring and glamping on the edge of Dartmoor, with a shop.
South Breazle Holidays, OkehamptonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Summerhill Farm Campsite, AshburtonWorking farm campsite in the River Dart valley near Ashburton.
Welbeck Manor and Golf, SparkwellHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Woodland Springs Touring Park, DrewsteigntonHoliday park or campsite. Tap the name for the map, photos and booking details.
Woodovis Park, TavistockSmall family-run park with a cafe, playground and swimming pool.
More parks: see the Devon coast holiday parks guide. We're not affiliated with any park. Tell us yours and we'll add local routes.
Getting around
Plan your trail so everyone gets home safely. Always check current timetables and availability before you travel.
Plan a journey
Opens your phone’s maps with live times, stops and directions.
🚗 Car
Handy for reaching rural farm shops and breweries. Share the driving, nominate a designated driver, and note that the safest drink-drive limit is none at all.
Exeter is the main hub, with the Riviera line to Torbay and the Tarka Line towards Barnstaple. Steam railways such as Paignton to Kingswear make a great day out.
Estuary and coastal ferries, such as Dartmouth to Kingswear and Salcombe to East Portlemouth, add scenery to a brewery or pub trip. Many run seasonally.
Traffic-free routes like the Tarka Trail and Exe Estuary Trail suit a cycling pub crawl, with bike hire nearby. Rental e-scooters are legal only in official trial areas, and private e-scooters aren't allowed on public roads.
Add your own tips – best station-to-taproom walks, car-free weekend routes and local bike hire shops.
Listings are compiled from public sources such as CAMRA branches, brewery and farm shop websites. Opening times, routes and bus services change, so always check before you travel. Spotted a mistake or want to be listed? Get in touch.
Before you visit
The practical things visitors often miss: beaches, dogs, tides, Dartmoor and getting around. Rules change, so check local signs on the day.
On the beach
FlagsSwim between the red and yellow flags. Black and white chequered flags are for surfboards and paddleboards. A red flag means do not enter the water. An orange windsock means strong offshore wind, so no inflatables.
LifeguardsMany beaches are patrolled by RNLI lifeguards in the main season. Ask a lifeguard before entering the water if unsure.
Rip currentsStay calm, do not swim against the current, swim parallel to the shore, then raise an arm and call for help.
TidesCheck tide times before you go. Some coves, beaches and Coast Path sections under cliffs are cut off at high tide.
CliffsKeep away from cliff edges and below cliff faces.
Dogs on beaches
Many Devon beaches restrict dogs in summer, roughly 1 May to 30 September. The examples below are from local news in 2020 to 2023, so check the council signs before you go.
East Devon (Sidmouth, Seaton, Budleigh Salterton, Exmouth, Beer)Restricted zones apply from 1 May to 30 September. Most of the beach is still open to dogs, but central sections are banned or lead-only.
TorbayThe summer dog ban was reported as lifted on all Torbay beaches in 2020. Check for current rules.
TeignbridgeDogs allowed on beaches from October to 31 March. Dawlish Warren beyond groyne 9 is reported as banned all year.
South HamsSummer restrictions on council-owned beaches from 1 May. Blackpool Sands bans dogs on the beach and in the car park until November.
WoolacombeZone A bans dogs from 1 April to 1 November, Zone B requires leads from 1 May to 30 September, Zone C has no restrictions.
Ilfracombe Tunnels BeachDogs banned from the beach all year.
Hartland and Woody BayDogs banned all year.
On Dartmoor
PoniesThey are owned but free-roaming. Do not approach or feed them: they can bite, and fed ponies linger by the road.
DogsKeep them under control, and on a lead during lambing and ground-nesting bird season. There are no bins, so take all litter home.
Camping and sleeping in vehiclesWild camping is limited to certain areas and is for backpackers. Sleeping overnight in vehicles is restricted by byelaws, so use a campsite.
ParkingUse car parks. Do not park on verges or block gates and entrances.
Firing rangesThe military uses three areas, including live firing. Red flags and website notices show when.
Fires, bikes and dronesNo fires. Cycling on open moorland is only allowed on bridleways and designated routes. Drones are not permitted on land with public access.
PhonesMobile signal can be poor on the moor, so download maps and tell someone your route.
Getting around
Without a carTrains reach Exeter, Newton Abbot, Totnes, Torquay, Paignton, Plymouth, Barnstaple and Exmouth, and buses link the towns. See each area guide and Getting around for routes.
WalkingThe Coast Path, the Templer Way and Dartmoor paths link many pubs and farm shops. See the Coast Path section for luggage transfers.
DrivingCountry lanes are narrow, with passing places. Allow extra time in summer and on bank holidays.
Sources: Dartmoor National Park Authority, Visit Devon, East Devon District Council and local news. The "Phones" and "Driving" lines are general advice, not from a council source.
Supermarkets
This page cannot tell where you are, so use the store finders below with your postcode. Here is what I could confirm by town.
Plymouth
AsdaTwo stores: Estover and Exeter Street (smaller).
Co-opOver 30 stores in or near Plymouth.
IcelandMayflower Street, The Broadway, Marlborough Street and St Stephens Square.
MorrisonsOutland Road and Pomphlett Road.
Sainsbury'sMarsh Mills, the Armada Centre, plus Locals at Mutley Plain and Ebrington Street.
TescoTwo superstores, plus Express and Metro stores.
WaitroseNearest store is in Saltash, across the Tamar.
Torbay
Asda, Iceland, Morrisons, Sainsbury's, TescoAll deliver to Torbay.
Carters, Paignton and TorquayLocal grocery stores.
Co-op, BrixhamLocal store.
WaitroseNo Torquay store, but delivers to Torbay from Exeter.
North Devon and the South Hams
Tesco Superstore, BidefordListed as a foodbank donation point.
Tesco Superstore, IlfracombeListed as a foodbank donation point.
Tesco, Cookworthy Road, KingsbridgeSuperstore with parking.
Exeter
Co-op and Tesco ExpressListed at several Exeter addresses.
WaitroseTorbay Council says it delivers to Torbay from Exeter. Check its branch finder.
Find the nearest store
Co-opSmall stores in many villages. Use the Co-op store finder.
Lidl and AldiBoth have branches across Devon, with more planned in Teignbridge and Torbay. Use each store finder.
Morrisonsmorrisons.com/storefinder.
Sainsbury'sStore locator on sainsburys.co.uk.
Tescotesco.com store locator.
Waitrosewaitrose.com branch finder.
Sources: Plymouth Online Directory, Torbay Council, and food bank donation-point listings. I could not confirm full store lists for Exeter, Barnstaple, Tavistock, Totnes or Okehampton, so use the store finders for those.
What's on by month
Concerts, shows, festivals and fairs, month by month from November 2026 to December 2027. Each event links to where to stay, where to eat and how to get there. Search the page for an act or a town to jump straight to it.
How to use this: dates are as listed by venues and event sites in November 2026. Tours move, so confirm with the venue before you book travel or rooms. Entries marked "usually" are annual events with no confirmed 2027 date yet. This is a growing list and is not every event in Devon.
Elevate Festival, Exeter Northcott and Barnfield Theatre1 to 4 November 2026. New theatre, scratch nights and shorts.Where to stayWhere to eatGetting there
Winter Warmer Trail, Donkey Sanctuary, Sidmouth3 November 2026 to 3 February 2027. Trail sheets £5, free entry and parking.Where to stayWhere to eatGetting there
Plymouth Bonfire Night and Fireworks, The Hoe5 November 2026. Free to watch. Food from 4pm, bonfire at 7pm, fireworks over the Citadel at 7.30pm. Fairground on the Promenade until 10pm. Goes ahead unless officially cancelled.Where to stayWhere to eatGetting there
Exmouth RNLI Fireworks, Exmouth Rugby Club6 November 2026. Gates 5.30pm, fireworks 7pm. Tickets about £7, under-threes free.Where to stayWhere to eatGetting there
South West Brass Band Annual Championships, Riviera International Centre, Torquay7 November 2026. The 78th annual event.Where to stayWhere to eatGetting there
Fireworks Night, Blue Ball Inn, Lynmouth7 November 2026. Pizza 5pm, music 6pm, fireworks 8pm. Booking recommended.Where to stayWhere to eatGetting there
Magic of Christmas Craft & Food Fairs, RHS Garden Rosemoor, Great Torrington20 to 22 November, 27 to 29 November and 5 and 6 December 2026.Where to stayWhere to eatGetting there
Black Stone Cherry, Arena TorquayTuesday 19 January 2027, 7.45pm. Rescheduled from 8 November 2026. A second date, 20 January, is also listed by some sites, so check the venue.Where to stayWhere to eatGetting there
Alan Carr, Plymouth8 and 9 October 2027. Alan Carr is also listed at Princess Theatre, Torquay on 7 October (sold out).Where to stayWhere to eatGetting there
Christmas markets and pantomimes, concerts, dog shows, markets, winter lights, beer and food festivals, and the big annual events across Devon, with dates where I could confirm them.
A Burrell traction engine in the ring at the Devon County Show. Photo: the site owner.The Red Arrows trailing red, white and blue smoke over the Devon County Show. Photo: the site owner.A young black calf being led round the ring at the Devon County Show. Photo: the site owner.A prize bull in its stall at the Devon County Show. Photo: the site owner.A brown sheep in the sheep pens at the Devon County Show. Photo: the site owner.An alpaca with a very fine fringe at the Devon County Show. Photo: the site owner.The Red Arrows display team at the Devon County Show. Photo: the site owner.
Coming up: November 2026 to January 2027
Plymouth Bonfire Night and Fireworks, The HoeThursday 5 November 2026. Free to watch. Bonfire 7pm, fireworks 7.30pm.
Michaelmas Fair, Powderham Castle, Kenton5 November 2026.
Ottery St Mary Tar Barrels5 November, every year.
Orestone Manor Hotel Fireworks Night, TorquayFriday 6 November 2026 from 7pm, with a firework display, dinner and mulled wine on arrival.
South West Brass Band Annual Championships, TorquaySaturday 7 November 2026 at the Riviera International Centre. The 78th annual event.
Pavilions Teignmouth Book Fest7 November 2026.
Festive Bar & Market, Princesshay, Exeter13 November to 31 December 2026.
Magic of Christmas Craft & Food Fairs, RHS Garden Rosemoor, Great Torrington20 to 22 November, 27 to 29 November and 5 and 6 December 2026.
Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market13 November to 13 December 2026 on Cathedral Green. Free.
Lanterns, Lights and Luminations, Brixham20 and 21 November 2026.
Wintertide, Buckfastleigh21 November 2026.
Dawlish Christmas Street Market21 and 22 November 2026.
Christmas Scenes & Illuminations, Babbacombe Model Village22 November 2026 to 3 January 2027.
Buckfast Abbey Christmas Market26 to 28 November 2026.
Plymouth Christmas Market26 November to 20 December 2026.
Ivybridge Christmas Festival27 November 2026.
Combe Christmas Market, Ilfracombe27 November 2026.
Christmas Shopping Fayre, Westpoint, Exeter27 to 29 November 2026.
Moretonhampstead Christmas Market28 November 2026.
Seaton Christmas Market28 November 2026.
Lupton House Christmas Fayre, Brixham28 and 29 November 2026.
Bay of Lights, Torquay seafront28 November 2026 to 3 January 2027. Free.
Winter Fest in the Barn, Torre Abbey, Torquay28 November to 13 December 2026.
Christmas at the Castle, Powderham29 November to 30 December 2026.
North Devon Christmas Market, Braunton5 December 2026, 12 noon to 8pm. Free entry.
Kingsbridge Celebrates Christmas5 December 2026.
Victorian Christmas Fayre, Beer5 December 2026.
Chagford Wonderworks Craft Fair5 and 6 December 2026.
Tavistock Christmas Festival6 December 2026.
Totnes Christmas Markets and Late Night Shopping8 and 15 December 2026, 3pm to 9pm.
Affinity Christmas Market, Bideford7 and 8 November 2026 (corrected: earlier listed as December).
North Devon CAMRA Festive Crawl11 December 2026. The venue was still to be confirmed.
Quaywest Christmas Market, Paignton12, 13, 19 and 20 December 2026.
Walk into the Sea, PaigntonBoxing Day, in aid of local causes.
Exeter Festival of BeerThursday 14 to Saturday 16 January 2027 at the Corn Exchange. CAMRA members get free entry and the public pays £3, plus £3 for a glass and programme. Capacity is about 500, so book where advance tickets are needed.
Also in winter, with dates still to confirm: The Polar Express train ride at the South Devon Railway, Glow at RHS Garden Rosemoor, and a 1940s Christmas at Greenway. Christmas markets in Totnes, Dartmouth, Newton Abbot, Bovey Tracey and Barnstaple had no dates when I checked.
2027 dates so far
Plymouth Comedy Festival5 to 7 February 2027.
Brixham Pirate Festival1 to 3 May 2027.
Torbay Pride, Torre Abbey Meadows12 June 2027.
Plymouth Boat Fest12 June 2027 at Plymouth Yacht Haven.
Electric Bay Festival, Torquay10 and 11 July 2027 at Torre Abbey Meadows.
Torbay Steam Fair, Churston Ferrers6 to 8 August 2027.
The Agatha Christie Festival, Torquay11 to 19 September 2027 at Torre Abbey.
Food & drink festivals through the year
Exeter Festival of South West Food & DrinkApril, at Exeter Castle and Northernhay Gardens.
Salcombe CrabfestMay.
Kingsbridge Food and Music FestivalLate May in 2026 (29 to 31 May).
Devon County Show, Westpoint, ExeterMay, over three days.
Devon Street Food Festival, BrauntonJuly.
England's Seafood FEAST, English RivieraSeptember to early October, with menus and demos at restaurants across the bay.
Plymouth Seafood Festival (SeaFest)September and October.
Clovelly Lobster and Crab FeastSeptember.
Taste of the Teign, Teign ValleySeptember.
Dartmouth Food FestivalAutumn, over a weekend, with over 120 exhibitors, chef demos and tastings.
Powderham Food FestivalSeptember to October.
North Devon FoodfestOctober.
Clovelly Herring FestivalNovember.
Beer festivals
Exeter Festival of BeerMid-January each year at the Corn Exchange.
Beer R&B Festival, BeerOctober.
Durant Arms Beer Festival, AshpringtonEarly September in 2026.
Abbfest, Newton AbbotMid-September in 2026, a charity event.
Dunsford Beer FestivalMid-October in 2026, at the village hall.
Albert Inn Halloween Beer Festival, TotnesAround 30 October to 1 November in 2026.
Pantomimes and Christmas shows, 2026 to 2027
In date order. Check the venue for times and booking.
Sleeping Beauty, Exeter Northcott27 November 2026 to 3 January 2027.
The Loneliest Snowball, The Lab, Plymouth2 December 2026 to 2 January 2027.
Cinderella, Theatre Royal Plymouth4 December 2026 to 7 January 2027.
Snow White, Princess Theatre, Torquay11 December 2026 to 2 January 2027.
Snow White, Queens Theatre, Barnstaple12 December 2026 to 3 January 2027.
Pinocchio, Exeter Corn Exchange12 December 2026 to 2 January 2027.
Yeti, Exeter Phoenix13 to 27 December 2026.
Dick Whittington, Pavilions, Teignmouth19 to 29 December 2026.
Mother Goose, Palace Theatre, Paignton19 December 2026 to 2 January 2027.
Snuffle the Snow Dragon, Soapbox Children's Theatre, Devonport21 to 24 December 2026.
The Adventures of Robin Hood, Exmouth Pavilion23 December 2026 to 2 January 2027.
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Manor Pavilion Theatre, SidmouthFrom 27 December 2026. Check the end date.
Concerts and gigs, mid to late December 2026
A sample from Visit Exeter listings, which show several hundred gigs. Exeter, Exmouth and Honiton are covered here. For other towns, use the venue sites below.
Swing Into Christmas, Exeter Great Hall17 December, 7.30pm.
Handel's Messiah, Powderham17 and 18 December, 7pm.
The Freddie & Queen Experience, Exmouth17 December, 7.30pm.
Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Last Night of the Christmas Proms, Exeter Great Hall18 December, 7.30pm.
Karl Loxley: The Songs of Christmas, Exeter Cathedral18 December, 7.30pm.
Manchester Calling tribute acts, Exeter Phoenix18 December, 7.30pm.
Christmas Classics and Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight, Exeter Cathedral19 December, with several sessions.
The Dockneys, Stuart Line Cruises, Exmouth19 December, 7.30pm.
Family Jazz Club, Exeter19 December, 10am.
The All Seasons Live!, Honiton19 December, 7.30pm.
The Yellabellies, Exeter Cavern19 December, 7pm.
Christmas by Candlelight: Orchard Cafe Quartet, Exeter Cathedral23 December, 7.30pm.
Plymouth, Torquay and Barnstaple: concerts and big shows
I could only confirm a few dated shows. For anything else, check the venue sites, which list far more.
Jools Holland, Plymouth19 December 2026, doors 6.30pm.
Whitney Queen of the Night, Plymouth13 February 2027, doors 6.30pm.
Victoria Wood's dinnerladies, Princess Theatre, Torquay11 to 15 May 2027.
Johannes Radebe: Finally Home, Princess Theatre, Torquay4 June 2027.
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, Princess Theatre, Torquay22 July 2027.
An Evening with Sir David Jason, Princess Theatre, Torquay24 July 2027.
Fisherman's Friends, Princess Theatre, Torquay5 September 2027.
Wet Wet Wet, Princess Theatre, Torquay11 October 2027.
Six, Princess Theatre, Torquay26 to 30 October 2027.
Barnstaple and North Devon venuesQueens Theatre, Barnstaple, has the Snow White panto this winter. The Plough Arts Centre, Torrington, is a long-running live music venue. Check both for current listings.
Winter lights and attractions
Babbacombe Model Village winter lightsUntil 1 January 2027, lights on from 3.30pm and last entry 4.30pm.
Bay of Lights, Torquay, Paignton and BrixhamFree 1.5-mile light trail on Torquay seafront with a 12m Christmas tree, daily until 3 January 2027.
Exeter Winter WonderlandUntil 3 January 2027, with an ice rink, Santa's Grotto, Christmas market and fairground rides. Entry is free, but the grotto and rink need booking.
Icescape Westpoint, near ExeterUndercover ice rink with open skating and themed sessions this winter.
Late Night Thursdays, Princesshay, ExeterLate-night shopping with a festive programme in the run-up to Christmas.
Luxmuralis' Lost Worlds, Exeter Cathedral6 to 9 January 2027. Sound, light and art installation. Book online.
Mamma Mia, The Lyric, PlymouthJanuary, as listed by Devon With Kids. Check the dates before booking.
Snowdrop Festival, The Garden House, YelvertonFridays to Sundays from early January to mid-March 2027, with more than 350 snowdrop varieties.
Winter Warmer Trail, Donkey Sanctuary, Sidmouth3 November 2026 to 3 February 2027. Trail sheets £5, with free entry and parking, and dogs on leads are welcome.
Winterwood, Theatre Alibi, ExeterImmersive pine-forest festive experience for families, with bookable slots.
Zoo Xmas Grotto, Shaldon Wildlife TrustDecember, with a gift for children.
Dog and pet shows
These are the 2026 dates listed this summer. Expect similar timing next year, but check each one.
Chagford Show dog show20 August 2026, with waggiest tail and other classes inside the town's agricultural show.
Coldridge Fete, Vintage Rally and Dog ShowSummer. Informal dog show open to all, with no registration.
Double Locks Dog Fest, Exeter Ship Canal27 June 2026, 11am to 5pm, with stalls, music and a Dog of the Year award.
Novelty Dog Show, near Tavistock7 June 2026 from 11am, run by Margaret Green Animal Rescue to raise money for rescue animals.
Paignton Championship Dog Show, Westpoint Exeter31 July to 2 August 2026. Large three-day pedigree show and Crufts qualifier.
Premier Dog Show at the Devon County Show, Clyst St MaryOver 600 dogs from 130 breeds, in May.
Woofstock, Powderham Castle12 to 14 June 2026. Dog-friendly festival with live music, agility, police dog displays and dog shows. Camping available.
Newton Abbot and South Devon Canine SocietyShows listed on Fosse Data. Check the date.
Devon County Show
Devon County Show, Westpoint, Clyst St Mary20 to 22 May 2027. In 2026 it had over 2,000 animals, the Grand Livestock Parade, the biggest food fair in Devon, over 30 cider producers, vintage tractors and a children's trail.
Markets: weekly and monthly
Days and times as listed by a Devon markets guide, so check your own town before you go.
AxminsterEvery Thursday, 8.30am to 12pm.
Budleigh SaltertonLast Friday of the month except December, 9am to 1pm.
CreditonFirst and third Saturday, 10am to 1pm.
CullomptonSecond Saturday of every month.
DartmouthTuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 9am to 1pm.
ExeterEvery Thursday, 9am to 2pm.
HonitonTuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 8am to 3pm.
IlfracombeFirst Saturday, 10am to 12.30pm.
IvybridgeFirst and third Saturday, 9.30am to 1pm.
KingsbridgeFirst and third Saturday, 9am to 1pm.
Newton AbbotMonday to Saturday, 9am to 4pm.
TeignmouthLast Saturday, 10am to 2pm.
TopshamEvery Saturday, 8.30am to 1pm.
TotnesThird Sunday, 10am to 3pm.
Wildlife and family attractions open in winter
Crealy Theme Park, near ExeterWeekends in winter. Book online for better prices.
Dartmoor Zoo, SparkwellFriday to Monday and school holidays.
Exmoor Zoo, BarnstapleOpen daily.
Milky Way, near BidefordWeekends. Check opening days.
Paignton ZooOpen daily.
Shaldon Zoo, near TeignmouthOpen daily.
Wildwood Escot, Ottery St MaryOpen daily. Booking recommended.
Woodlands Family Adventure Park, near DartmouthWeekends. Check opening days.
Where to find the full listings
Event dates change. For anything you plan to travel for, check the organiser, and use these for the full picture: Visit Devon and Visit South Devon (all areas), Visit Exeter (concerts and gigs), Visit Plymouth, Visit Ilfracombe and the North Devon Gazette gig guide, English Riviera tourist board for Torbay, Songkick for touring bands, and the venue sites for the Northcott, Theatre Royal Plymouth, Princess Theatre and Exeter Phoenix.
Dartmoor and North Devon events
From Visit South Devon, Visit Devon and the Dartmoor National Park listings. Dates are as listed in late 2026, so check each one. Annual fairs show their usual timing.
Dartmoor and Tavistock
Polar Express train ride, BuckfastleighSelected dates, 27 November to 23 December 2026, on the South Devon Railway.
Crux Craft Fair, South Brent27 to 29 November 2026 at Rattery Village Hall.
Butchers Hall Dickensian Market, Tavistock4 December 2026, alongside the Dickensian Evening.
Tavistock Christmas Festival6 December 2026 at Butchers' Hall.
Butchers Hall Christmas Markets, Tavistock11 to 23 December 2026, with local artisan traders.
Christmas party nights, wreath workshops and murder mystery dinnersVarious dates in December 2026 at the Bedford Hotel, Tavistock, and a murder mystery at the Two Bridges Hotel on 4 December.
Enchanted Magical Grotto, House of Marbles, Bovey TraceyVarious dates in December 2026, plus willow star and wreath workshops.
Handel's Messiah, Buckfast Abbey12 December 2026.
Winter's Song concert, Yelverton11 December 2026 at St Paul's Church, free.
Goose Fair, TavistockAnnual, in early October. The 2025 fair was 8 October, with a market and a livestock centre open day. Free.
Widecombe FairAnnual, with livestock, the Uncle Tom Cobley race, a beer tent with folk bands, and music at The Rugglestone Inn and The Old Inn. Check the fair's website for the date.
North Devon
Bonfire Night, Woolacombe5 November 2026 on Parkins Beach field, with a full bar and BBQ.
Herring Festival, Clovelly15 November 2026, celebrating the herring catch.
Lobster and Crab Festival, ClovellyUsually autumn.
Autumn food and drink celebration, Barnstaple Pannier MarketUsually autumn, with over 100 local exhibitors.
Ice Skate Devon, St Johns Garden Centre, Barnstaple20 November to 31 December 2026.
A Magical Christmas Experience, The Big Sheep, Bideford28 and 29 November, then 5, 6, 12, 13 and 19 to 24 December 2026.
A Storybook Christmas, Arlington Court28 November 2026 to 3 January 2027.
Christmas steam trains, Woody Bay Station6, 12, 13, 19, 20 and 21 to 24 December 2026.
RNLI Christmas Light Switch On, Clovelly6 December 2026.
Clovelly Court Gardens Christmas Illuminations18 to 20 December 2026.
Boxing Day Barbecue, Clovelly26 December 2026, with free entry to the village.
Devon County Show, Clyst St Mary20 to 22 May 2027.
Croyde Ocean Triathlon11 July 2027.
Pigstock, Big Sheep, BidefordAnnual music festival, usually in May.
GoldCoast Oceanfest, CroydeAnnual, usually in June.
Ilfracombe Beer FestAnnual, May. The 2026 festival was on 23 May.
Farmers' marketsIlfracombe, Barnstaple Pannier Market and South Molton Pannier Market, on set days.
Festivals, shows and the big annual events
Agatha Christie Festival, TorquayEvery September, with a smaller spring gathering in April.
Brixham Pirate FestivalEarly May bank holiday weekend.
Ilfracombe Art TrailEarly May.
Dart Music Festival, DartmouthMid-May.
English Riviera Airshow, PaigntonLate May or the first weekend in June. Free.
English Riviera Walking FestivalJune.
Live at PowderhamJune.
Teignmouth Folk FestivalJune.
Goren Festival, HonitonEarly July.
Exmouth FestivalJuly.
Totnes Fringe FestivalJuly.
Dartington International Summer School and FestivalJuly and August.
Sidmouth Folk FestivalLate July to early August.
Beautiful Days, Escot ParkAugust.
Torbay Royal Regatta, Torquay HarbourLate August.
Dartmouth Royal RegattaLate summer.
Devon Open StudiosSeptember, across Devon.
Budleigh Salterton Literary FestivalMarch and September.
Appledore Literary FestivalSeptember.
Exmoor Dark Skies FestivalAutumn.
Two Moors FestivalAutumn, across Devon.
Dates marked as 2026 are last year's timings, so expect something similar but check each event before you plan. Dates came from the English Riviera tourist board, CAMRA branch calendars, Visit South Devon, Visit Devon and Christmas market guides. Events change, sell out and get cancelled.
Add your own events – a date, a place and a link for every brewery open day, farm shop event and food fair you know about.
Local news
A short, hand-picked round-up of what is happening around Devon. Each item is a one-line summary in our own words with a link to the paper that reported it, so you can read the full story there. Every listing is free.
Latest · updated 9 November 2026
Sidmouth seafront plans put more public toilets first6 Nov. Ideas for redeveloping the seafront name extra toilets as a priority. East Devon News
Pop-up Christmas market for Sidmouth Marketplace7 Nov. Artisan stalls, a bar-café and a dog-friendly space open from 12 November until January 2027. East Devon News
Free webinar on Exe Estuary water quality7 Nov. Monday 9 November, 10am to 12 noon, covering pollution and improvements. East Devon News
Support hub for people in crisis to open in Exmouth7 Nov. Open Door Exmouth will run an advice hub at Exmouth Town Hall from January 2027. East Devon News
Axminster Library adds self-service opening hours7 Nov. Members can use it early mornings, evenings and weekends, one of 13 Devon libraries with the scheme. East Devon News
Dartmoor homeowner wins 500 litres of heating oilThis week. A prize draw win for Catherine Lee, run by Moorland Fuels. The Devon Daily
Butterfly Lodge in Plymouth wins care award commendationThis week. Runner-up in the dementia care category at the South West Care Awards. The Devon Daily
Shania Twain named for Live at Powderham 2027This week. The second headliner announced for the Powderham Castle concerts, opening 24 June. The Devon Daily
Choirs to sing at Exeter Cathedral for the air ambulanceThis week. Two Devon musical theatre choirs perform on 5 December for Devon Air Ambulance. The Devon Daily
Rowcroft Hospice launches The Big Tackle 2027This week. An eight-mile walk on 13 March 2027, with early-bird places. The Devon Daily
Ambulance service asks for careful use as winter pressures startThis week. Over 7,000 incidents in one weekend, and a plea to save 999 for real emergencies. The Devon Daily
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