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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.

Places to visit

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Top places to visit in Devon

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.

Exeter, Devon

Fully open today
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.

near Barnstaple, Devon

Fully open today
A view of the outside of Castle Drogo through the nearby fir trees, in Devon
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Castle Drogo 

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

near Exeter, Devon

Fully open today
golden light on the house in winter
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Knightshayes 

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

Tiverton, Devon

Fully open today
Stone house and gardens covered in white snow
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Coleton Fishacre 

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

Kingswear, Devon

Fully open today
Decorated trees with fairy lights in the Georgian Dining Room at Saltram
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Saltram 

A house full of treasures, stories & intrigue. A secret garden to lose yourself in, plus a park that cyclists, walkers, & our four legged friends love.

Plymouth, Devon

Fully open today
Large Christmas trees covered with fairy lights fill the Great Barn. Coloured lights are projected onto the stonework.
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Buckland Abbey 

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

Yelverton, Devon

Fully open today
White manor house and grass lawn dusted in a layer of white snow
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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.

near Brixham, Devon

Fully open today
Trees and terraced path with a view across the estuary
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Overbeck's Garden at Sharpitor 

A hidden paradise of subtropical gardens

Salcombe, Devon

Closed now

Reopening in 2024

Beautiful spring garden scene in the garden at A la Ronde, with tulips and bluebells
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A la Ronde 

Quirky 18th-century, 16 sided house with fascinating interior decoration and collections. Reopens in Spring 2024.

Exmouth, Devon

Closed now
Bradley Manor, Newton Abbot, Devon on a sunny summer day
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Bradley 

Unspoilt medieval manor house set in woodland and meadows. Reopens in Spring 2024.

Newton Abbot, Devon

Closed now
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. Reopens in Spring 2024.

Okehampton, Devon

Closed now
A distant view of the north front side of Compton Castle, Devon with fields behind
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Compton Castle 

Dramatic fortified manor house and small formal garden. Reopens in Spring 2024.

Paignton, Devon

Closed now

Sustainable travel

Looking for greener travel options to the places in our care in Devon? Find out how you can travel by train, bus, bike or on foot.

A bicycle on a rough stony track that climbs uphill between dry-stone walls and trees, near Nether Wasdale in the Lake District
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Sustainable travel in Devon 

There are a number of sustainable options for travelling to and from the places in our care in Devon, whether you’re looking to travel by train, bus, bike or foot. Here’s a little more information that can help you plan your visit.

Upcoming events

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Christmas Carol walk at Arlington Court 

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

Head out onto the wider estate to discover our free Christmas carol walk.

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10 Dec to 31 Dec 2023
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00:00 to 23:55
+ 21 other dates or times
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Dry Stone Walling Course at Wembury 

Wembury, Devon

A rare opportunity to gain experience and skills in the ancient art of dry stone walling.

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11 Dec 2023
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09:00 to 16:00
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Great Tudor Frost Fair 

Buckland Abbey, Yelverton, Devon

The Great Barn will be filled with frosty trees and Tudor themed displays to send you back to a Christmas gone by!

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11 Dec to 31 Dec 2023
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10:00 to 16:00
+ 20 other dates or times
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Christmas at Arlington Court 

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

Get into the festive spirit this winter at Arlington Court. head out on a wintery adventure, explore the beautifully decorated house, or warm up in the cosy tea-room, there is something for the whole family this festive season.

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11 Dec to 31 Dec 2023
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10:00 to 16:00
+ 8 other dates or times
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200 Christmas trees family trail at Arlington Court 

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

Explore the pleasure grounds, gardens and house to discover an array of Christmas trees with this festive trail.

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11 Dec to 31 Dec 2023
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10:00 to 16:00
+ 8 other dates or times
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Christmas of Play: children's musical trail 

Killerton, Exeter, Devon

Wrap up warm and cosy as we bring festive joy for everyone with our outdoors Christmas play trail. There will be family games and lots of seasonal fun to be had around the garden, park and chapel grounds.

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11 Dec 2023 to 2 Jan 2024
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10:00 to 16:00
+ 20 other dates or times
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200 trees for 200 years of Arlington Court – a community Christmas project 

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

Discover a selection of decorated wooden Christmas trees around the grounds and gardens. Handmade by local schools, groups and volunteers.

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11 Dec to 31 Dec 2023
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10:00 to 16:00
+ 8 other dates or times
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Christmas at Knightshayes 

Knightshayes, Tiverton, Devon

Be transported back in time for a traditional Victorian Christmas

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11 Dec 2023 to 1 Jan 2024
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11:00 to 16:00
+ 18 other dates or times
Visitors at the Christmas market at Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire

Where will you visit next?

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