Beaches
When it comes to beaches, Devon has them in abundance. Everything from quiet, relaxed coves to long beaches and surfing beaches. North Devon is a firm favourite for the surfers, but it's also fantastic for family fun and long walks with beaches providing long sandy stretches and rocky coves. The South coast of Devon provides a more relaxed feel, like a lazy Sunday morning. It has beautiful stretches of sand and calm waters, the perfect destination for sitting back, relaxing and taking in the sea air. While the Jurrasic coastline provides an abundance of history from interesting fishing villages to fossil hunting.
Exmoor and Dartmoor
The moors are of outstanding beauty and if you are one who loves nature they are a must-stop on your short break to Devon. Dartmoor is renowned for its rugged beauty and famous tours which are fantastic for walkers. Whereas Exmoor, it's partner is softer in its beauty, with slightly more farmland running through it providing an easier climb for walkers.
Historic Towns and Cities
Devon even spoils you with when it comes to towns and cities. Plymouth and Exeter are your cities of choice, both are clean, fresh cities that spoil you with beautiful scenery and all the well-known shopping brands. The towns of Devon are also just as spectacular, each one is as interesting and quirky as the next. All of them are drenched in history and filled with boutiques, craft shops, delicious cafes, coffee shops and restaurants.
The Countryside
Of course one of the main attractions to Devon is that of its natural beauty, it goes without mentioning that escaping to Devon is the perfect destination for getting a breath of fresh air and taking in the outstanding landscapes. Devon has everything, from cities to beaches, to moors but also the idyllic farming countryside which you can stay directly on with one of our self-catering or bed and breakfast sites.
What's amazing about Devon is that all of these activities; beach days, moor walks and shopping in towns and cities are all accessible within a short distance of each other. This means you can really make the most of the short break, packing as much in as possible.
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