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Top places to visit in Devon

Killerton 

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

Exeter, Devon

Fully open today
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.

near Barnstaple, Devon

Fully open today
A view of the south front of Arlington Court from the garden, Devon

Castle Drogo 

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

near Exeter, Devon

Fully open today
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.

Tiverton, Devon

Fully open today
Family in the gardens with a view of the house at Knightshayes

Coleton Fishacre 

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

Kingswear, Devon

Fully open today
Garden turns red and gold in autumn at Coleton Fishacre, Devon.

Saltram 

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

Plymouth, Devon

Fully open today
A view of Saltram's Georgian house façade surrounded by colourful autumn leaves that have fallen on the lawn

Buckland Abbey 

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

Yelverton, Devon

Fully open today
View of Buckland Abbey with a green lawn in front and trees, with one tree turning red and brown in autumn, Devon

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.

near Brixham, Devon

Fully open today
White Georgian house at Greenway facing the river with grass lawn to the front and autumn trees to the side.

Lydford Gorge 

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

near Tavistock, Devon

Fully open today
View of the River Lyd flowing through a narrow slit in the rock walls of Lydford Gorge and foaming white in the Devil's Cauldron

A la Ronde 

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

Exmouth, Devon

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

Compton Castle 

Dramatic fortified manor house and small formal garden.

Paignton, Devon

Fully open today
Stone fortified walls in front of two grass lawns with a gravel drive

Finch Foundry 

The last working water-powered forge in England.

Okehampton, Devon

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

Top things to do in Devon

A family exploring the gardens at castle drogo, The two little boys are running ahead of their sister and mother

Family-friendly places around Devon and Exmoor 

View of a garden with stone bench and paved path surrounded by plants in autumnal colours

Gardens and parks in Devon 

White Georgian house at Greenway facing the river with grass lawn to the front and autumn trees to the side.

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 

An aerial view of an adult and baby walking a dog along a path at Baggy Point, 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 

Family fun in Devon

What's on during October half term? 

There are lots of family-friendly things to do at our places across Devon this October half term. From following a Halloween trail to discovering historical stories, find activities near you that'll suit the whole family.

A child wearing a warm coat and boots kicks up a pile of leaves on the lawn, with an ornamental urn behind

Christmas around Devon and Exmoor 

Discover unique houses and gardens in Devon and Exmoor transformed for Christmas.

Images show an adult holding a small girl who is reaching towards the Christmas decorations in the house at Killerton

Places to visit in Devon car-free

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

Upcoming events

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Buglife letterbox trail 

Parke, near Bovey Tracey, Devon

Buglife have hidden five letterboxes around the Parke Estate. Can you find them all?

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1 Oct to 1 Nov 2026
at 07:00 to 19:00+ 31 other dates or times

Wildlife art trail at Parke 

Parke, near Bovey Tracey, Devon

Can you find all six larger-than-life wildlife artworks around Parke?

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1 Oct to 1 Nov 2026
at 07:00 to 19:00+ 31 other dates or times

The Pikachu Art Adventure at Killerton 

Killerton, Exeter, Devon

Think you know art at the National Trust? Think again. Discover a unique art adventure at Killerton this autumn - with Pikachu as the star.

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1 Oct to 13 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 43 other dates or times

Guided Walk: Discover the Doone Valley 

Lorna Doone Valley, Lynton, Devon

Take part in a guided walk of the Doone Valley and discover the beauty of the Exmoor landscape.

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2 Oct 2026
at 10:00 to 13:00

Stranger Folk at Lydford Gorge 

Lydford Gorge, near Tavistock, Devon

Forget pumpkins and plastic fangs - this Halloween adventure crackles with old magic. British folklore sneaks into the real world, set against the backdrop of Lydford Gorge.

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2 Oct to 1 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 30 other dates or times

Arlington Court: A Home for Nature 

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

Discover Arlington Court through the lens of Rosalie Chichester with this new summer exhibition.

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2 Oct to 4 Oct 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 2 other dates or times

Monthly guided walks by the coast 

Coleton Fishacre, Kingswear, Devon

Join the Walking Volunteers for a guided walk on the coast near Coleton Fishacre, on the first Friday of every month.

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2 Oct to 4 Dec 2026
at 10:30 to 12:30+ 2 other dates or times

Be a writer for a day at Greenway 

Greenway, near Brixham, Devon

Unlock your creativity with a range of writing prompts and challenges hidden around the house and garden. What story will you come up with?

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2 Oct to 16 Oct 2026
at 10:30 to 16:00+ 14 other dates or times

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Visitors in the garden at Buckland Abbey, Devon

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