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Devon

Journey from wild coasts, moorland and curious historic houses to lush gardens and beaches. Plan your day out in Devon.

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Killerton

A family home and a great estate. Glorious landscape garden surrounded by parkland with fine 18th-century house.

Visitors relaxing in the garden at Killerton, Devon, in August.

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum

Intriguing Regency house and impressive collection of horse-drawn vehicles, set in a picturesque garden.

Arlington Court House in the winter

Castle Drogo

Where dramatic architecture meets innovative family home. A 20th century castle overlooking the Teign Gorge.

View from above the castle, the castle is surrounded by a wooded gorge and dartmoor

Knightshayes

Explore vibrant post-war gardens, miles of 19th-century parkland and grand Gothic Revival architecture by Victorian visionary, William Burges.

The house and frosty front garden at Knightshayes, Devon.

Coleton Fishacre

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

White snowdrops in bloom around the trunk of a tree in the forefront, with a green lawn and house in the background.

Saltram

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

A crisp and wintry view of Saltram House from the Orangery at Christmas time

Buckland Abbey

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

View of Buckland Abbey, Garden and Estate, Devon with blue skies and wispy clouds above

Greenway

At Greenway, the walled gardens, river views and romantic woodland combine to make up 'The loveliest place in the world' in the words of Agatha Christie.

White manor house with gravel front and sloping green lawn, surrounded by magnolia trees with pink flowers.

Lydford Gorge

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

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

A la Ronde

Quirky 18th-century 16 sided house with fascinating interior decoration and collections.

Autumnal view of A la Ronde house on a hilltop overlooking the Exe estuary

Compton Castle

Dramatic fortified manor house and small formal garden.

The north front of Compton Castle, Devon, covered by shadows from trees

Finch Foundry

The last working water-powered forge in England.

Blacksmith working in the water-powered forge at Finch Foundry, Devon

Parents with small child sitting on a bench beneath a blossoming pink magnolia tree

Family-friendly places around Devon and Exmoor

Visitors walking through the garden of daffodils during spring at Knightshayes, Devon

Gardens and parks in Devon

Side view of the house in spring at Greenway, Devon

Houses and buildings in Devon

Visitor sitting on a bench looking at the sun on the entrance tower at Castle Drogo, Devon.

Castles and forts in Devon

Visitors at Wembury Beach, Devon

Coast and beaches in Devon

Fingle Bridge seen from the Fisherman's Path at Castle Drogo, Devon

Countryside areas in Devon

Two walkers stopping to look at the view across the water from the South West Coast Path

Walking in Devon

Family with two children and a dog on a short lead walking along the railway path in spring with wild garlic in flower, Lydford Gorge, Devon

Dog-friendly places in Devon

Three types of cake on display in the Stables Cafe at Knightshayes, Devon

Places to eat in Devon

A volunteer in the driver's seat of a National Trust buggy at Killerton Devon

Volunteering in Devon

A visitor rides their horse through the grounds in the sunshine at Killerton, Devon

Outdoor activities in Devon

Easter 2026

Join us for Easter trails at many of the places in our care in and around Devon for just £3.50. Before you set off, you'll receive a trail sheet to guide you on your adventure and Easter bunny ears to wear along the way. Don't forget, you can choose from either a chocolate egg or a vegan and free from chocolate egg.

3 young boys on an Easter hunt walking through the woods

Whether you’re looking to travel by bus, train, bike or foot, there are many places in Devon you can visit without a car.

Places you can visit in Devon without a car

Whether you’re looking to travel by bus, train, bike or foot, there are many places that we care for in Devon that you can visit without a car. Here’s a little more information that can help you plan your a car-free day out.

Walkers on the coastal path at Little Dartmouth, Devon

Signs of spring spotter trail

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum, near Barnstaple, Devon

Signs of spring are appearing across the estate. From daffodils to birds and creepy-crawly hideaways, can you spot these early clues?

Locals week at Arlington Court - Free entry for EX postcodes

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum, near Barnstaple, Devon

We invite you to enjoy a week of free fun at Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum. Simply bring along your driving license or bill to prove you live in an EX postcode area to gain free entry.

'Voices of the garden' immersive audio trail at Greenway

Greenway, near Brixham, Devon

Step back in time on an exciting new trail, 'Voices of the garden' as, HistoryScapes, an immersive audio app, brings Greenway’s garden to life.

History off the Hanger

Killerton, Exeter, Devon

Killerton's fashion exhibition for 2026 - History off the Hanger, 300 years of hidden stories from the wardrobe.

Guided Wider Estate Walk: Daffodils and Spring Flowers at Arlington Court

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum, near Barnstaple, Devon

Join one of our knowledgeable walk leaders for a walk across the estate (approx 3 miles) learning about daffodils and other early spring flowers

Little Acorns at Coleton Fishacre

Coleton Fishacre, Kingswear, Devon

Come along and join in a free Little Acorns sessions for under 5’s at Coleton Fishacre.

Shoresearch Volunteer Survey at South Milton Sands

South Milton Sands, near Kingsbridge, Devon

Join the National Trust team for a Shoresearch Survey at South Milton Sands. It's a great way to explore your local coast, learn more about the wildlife found there and add to our understanding of this important habitat.

Big book sale at Arlington Court

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum, near Barnstaple, Devon

Take a look through our big selection of second-hand books and pick up a bargain for World Book Day.

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Visitor garden Erddig Wrexham Wales

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Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.

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