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

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Killerton

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

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

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Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum

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

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

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Castle Drogo

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

Spring flowers in the garden with the house in the background at Knightshayes, Devon

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Knightshayes

A great post-war garden,19th-century parkland and grand Gothic Revival architecture by Victorian visionary William Burges.

White flowers blooming on a cherry tree with a border of plants and stone walls behind, and a stone house in the distance.

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Coleton Fishacre

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

The front of Saltram's Mansion with HaHa in view in beautiful sunshine

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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 panoramic view of Buckland Abbey seen from the north. The Great Barn stands out prominently to the left.

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Buckland Abbey

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

Gravel path leading to a white house, with bluebell flowers in the foreground.

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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.

Visitors taking photos with mobile phones on the viewing platform of the Devil's Cauldron at Lydford Gorge, Devon

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Lydford Gorge

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

View of the House at A la Ronde, Devon, from the meadow, depicting the monkey puzzle trees.

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A la Ronde

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

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

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Compton Castle

Dramatic fortified manor house and small formal garden.

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

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Finch Foundry

The last working water-powered forge in England.

A child and little dog running, with a family walking behind, at the grounds at Arlington Court, Devon

Family-friendly places around Devon and Exmoor

Visitor in the garden in summer at Castle Drogo in Devon

Outdoor activities in Devon

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

Walkers on the coastal path at Little Dartmouth, Devon

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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.

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The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ at Arlington Court

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

The world’s most famous caterpillar from Eric Carle’s best-selling book is coming to life at Arlington Court in this fun-filled free family activity trail.

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Bulb Meadow

Knightshayes, Tiverton, Devon

The bulb meadow is back for Spring 2025

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Nursery Corridor Exhibition

Castle Drogo, near Exeter, Devon

The Nursery Corridor will be open for you to explore, with displays about how the different eras have looked throughout Castle Drogo's history.

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Lorna Doone Valley - Big River Watch

Lorna Doone Valley, Lynton, Devon

Help the team at Loran Doone Valley monitor the health of the famous Badgworthy Water by taking part in the Big River Watch.

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Festival of Blossom

Lorna Doone Valley, Lynton, Devon

Join us at Lorna Doone to see our display of over 1000 crochet blossom made by volunteers and local craft groups and enjoy a self-led walk around the Lorna Doone Valley and the parish of Oare exploring the various natural blossoms.

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Unflappable. Fashioning the 1920s

Killerton, Exeter, Devon

Killerton's exhibition for 2025 - Unflappable, fashioning the 1920s, will explore aspects of thoroughly modern dress 100 years ago.

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Medieval Architecture Tour

Buckland Abbey, Yelverton, Devon

Uncover the monastic past at Buckland as you take a walk with our volunteer Brian. You will discover fascinating architecture at every turn and understand better the story of Buckland Abbey before the dissolution of the monasteries.