Top Things to do in Devon
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From the wilds of Dartmoor to the wooded hillsides of the Lyn Valley, Devon is undoubtedly one of England's most beautiful counties. Its overwhelmingly rural landscape means that catered accommodation is restricted to over-subscribed Bed and Breakfasts and hotels which are mostly concentrated in towns like Exeter and Barnstaple.
Devon is a great location for a family holiday in the great outdoors, with everything from beach resorts at Ilfracombe to rambling in the hills of Exmoor and tors of Dartmoor. It is a large county, but whether you want to follow the Tarka Trail, or walk down the Doone Valley, you can be sure there will be cottages open for holiday rentals nearby.
Most of Devon's holiday rental cottages started as farm buildings of some sort, and planning restrictions mean that many of them retain their rural charm on the outside. However, the cottages are generally renovated to 21st Century standards inside, with double glazing, TV, washing machines and fully-equipped kitchens. Families are well catered for in the higher end properties with games rooms, sometimes including full-size pool tables and large gardens for children to explore.
Despite the unpredictability of Devon's weather even during the summer months, the comfort of these properties gives great peace of mind. Moreover, a week's holiday rental of a cottage in Devon can cost as little as £300 - £400. During the peak season you can spend as much as £900 a month for one of the larger or more luxurious cottages, which still works out to be cheaper than a lot of hotels, especially if you have to book several rooms to accommodate a family of four or five.
To get the best of Devon's startling countryside and its friendly communities, renting a holiday cottage near Lynton and Lynmouth can be a good start. It is a useful base from which to explore North Devon, and is within walking distance of several beauty spots, such as Watersmeet (complete with a small but impressive waterfall) and the Valley of the Rocks. Separated by a steep cliff, you can travel up a funicular railway from coastal Lynmouth to clifftop Lynton, with plenty of stunning walks, shopping opportunities and several beaches and boat trips to nearby coastal attractions.
The twin villages also boast a concentration of well-equipped holiday cottages, from modest fisherman's cottages on the path to Watersmeet to grander hillside houses on the way to the Valley of the Rocks. Whatever your budget, Lynton and Lynmouth can provide some tempting accommodation options for your first Devon holiday.
Restaurants in Devon
1. Dynamic Adventures CIC
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5.0 based on 102 reviews
Dynamic Adventures CIC is a small, family-run not-for-profit outdoor adventure company based by the River Dart, on the Dartington Estate between the stunning South Hams beaches and wilds of Dartmoor. We offer excellent value, high-adrenaline, fun activities for all ages and abilities at our centre: kayaking, paddleboarding, canoeing, ziplining, rock climbing, abseiling, archery, high ropes, assault course, bushcraft and orienteering. And off-site: coasteering, surfing, caving, wild swimming, sea-kayaking, rock climbing on Dartmoor and leading expeditions all over the planet! For over 20 years, exploring and adventuring has shaped our mission to create opportunities for outdoor activities that can challenge and develop, no matter who you are or where you come from. Our core team is made up of a fantastic group of like-minded, highly qualified, experienced adventurers who are joined each year by our select outdoor trainee instructors who come for intensive 1 year training with us.
2. Adelong Outdoor Education
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5.0 based on 74 reviews
Join us for coasteering, rock climbing and gorge walking to name but a few of our adventure activities... add caving or canoeing to your adventure to ensure that you take away the memory of a lifetime. Exciting group adventure days, outdoor adventure activities, family adventures and stag and hen activity days in South Devon.
3. Crag 2 Mountain
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5.0 based on 330 reviews
Welcome to Crag 2 Mountain, we are a family owned Adventure Activities Company based in South Devon on the edge of The Dartmoor National Park. We run a number of courses and taster days from Family Rock Climbing days, Mountain Expeditions to Kids Climbing Birthday Parties. We are also providers of the National Navigation Award Scheme (NNAS) and the Mountain Training Hill & Mountain Skills Scheme
4. Xtreme Coasteering
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5.0 based on 122 reviews
Xtreme coasteering Ltd provide coasteering activities across the South West. All we do is Coasteering sessions, this means our instructors have the knowledge and understanding to tailor the session so that everybody young & old can join in. We can cater for individuals, families, hen and stag groups.
5. Livit Adventures
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5.0 based on 20 reviews
Adventure weekends and Glamping holidays in North Devon. We offer unique accommodation in a beautiful setting overlooking the Atlantic ocean. Home cooked food. Adventure bus tours and activities including Surfing, Yoga, Wakeboarding, Stand up Paddleboarding and Walking tours. Our bell tent village and adventure bus are truly unique! If you want to join a group trip and have everything taken care of, or you just want to do your own thing then we have something for you. Live it! Love it!'
6. Devon Outdoor Experience
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
We offer a range of land based and water based outdoor activities in the surrounding area of Devon. We can tailor make a course to suit you, from taster sessions, zero to hero courses, women only courses, family days out through to corporate events. We work closely with local Colleges and Schools and can also deliver Ten Tors Training, as well as assessing for the Duke of Edinburgh Award.
7. Inward Adventures
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
An opportunity to experience and learn about yourself in beautiful outdoor and Adventurous environments.
8. Coastline Sports
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5.0 based on 31 reviews
Hi, I'm Will and I'm the owner of Coastline Sports. Whether you're looking for the thrill of coasteering, the challenge of rock climbing or fancy hitting the waves with our surf and paddleboarding lessons, our team is on hand to ensure you have a fantastic time exploring the North Devon coastline. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch. Many thanks, Will
9. Tessa Adventure
Tessa Adventure offers outdoor activities in the South-West of England. We offer thrilling activities such as archery, climbing, bushcraft and hiking. We provide sessions with a personal touch tailored for your needs. We meet you at different location depending on the activity you book and your location. Pre-booking is required
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