Things to do in Devon, events & lifestyle

A tidal swimming pool lies in wait at Woody Bay

Hope Cove & Outer Hope from Bolt Tail (c) Keith Murray, Flickr (CC BY 2.0)

Dartmouth Castle (c) Eduardo Fonseca Arraes, Flickr (CC BY 2.0)

Out & About

Rainy day activities in Devon: 8 great things to do

Mon, 16:41

National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth (c) Toby Mack,Flickr (CC BY 2.0)

If the sun hasn't got his hat on, don't worry. There are lots of places to entertain the family here in Devon. CHRISSY HARRIS goes in search of wet weather fun

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10 of the best beaches for swimming in Devon

Mon, 15:15

Swimming in the ocean is one of the joys of summer in Devon. Enjoy HAZEL SILLVER'S guide to the best beaches to take the plunge this summer

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8 top Devon dog walks passing a dog-friendly pub

Tuesday, August 13, 2019

Read on for Natalie Millar-Partridge's pick of the best Devon dog walks in the area, starting or finishing at a proper, doggie friendly pub

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How to make the most of a day out on Devon's rivers

Tuesday, August 13, 2019

Paddling out on the River Dart is a great way to explore the area

Messing about on the river is the perfect way to spend a lazy summer's day. CHRISSY HARRIS finds out more about life on our wonderful waterways

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Quiz QUIZ: The oldest, largest, highest and smallest places in Devon

Tuesday, August 6, 2019

How well do you really know the 'record' places in Devon, the places which are the 'oldest', 'largest', 'smallest', 'highest' or 'furthest' in the county? Try your hand at these…score one point for each one you got right without using the internet to find the answer!

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People

Phil Dollman's testimonial year to conclude with match against Crawshays at Sandy Park

Mon, 17:29

In what will be the finale to Exeter Chiefs Original, Phil Dollman's Testimonial Year, his concluding match has taken on an exciting new dimension

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Walking with llamas on Dartmoor

Wednesday, July 24, 2019

The trek provides stunning views of the moor

As llama love grips the nation, we meet a Dartmoor couple who have spent the last 11 years making them their livelihood | Words: Lydia Tewkesbury

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Style

Ad Feature Meet Boris, a robotic arm helping surgeons at Exeter Nuffield

Friday, July 26, 2019

Robotic arm Boris cuts a very precise slice of cake for surgeons Jonathan Phillips, Jonathan Howell, Andrew Toms and Keith Eyres

A robotic arm nicknamed Boris is helping surgeons at a Devon hospital achieve outstanding results

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Food & Drink

4 great vineyards in Devon you might not know about

Mon, 15:41

Brickhouse Vineyard

TR = Tony Roddam @FlyMyCourse / LL = Lise Leino-Punwar Photography / EB = Emma Barrow Photography.

REBECCA MITCHELL goes off the beaten track to tell us about some hidden gems amongst our Devon vineyards

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REVIEW: The Lobster Pod Bistro in Hope Cove

Thursday, August 8, 2019

Even on a cloudy day, diners can enjoy food with a view

For quirky dining with fantastic sea views whatever that weather, the Pods at Hope Cove are a must. ANNE BRUNNER-ELLIS takes a look

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16 great coastal cafes to try in North Devon

Tuesday, July 30, 2019 Fred Humphries

$Ilfracombe (c) Mark Robinson, Flickr (CC BY 2.0)$

After a long day on North Devon's coast, a coffee, sandwich or a cream tea will be much needed to refuel. Here are 16 of the best coastal cafes in North Devon

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South Devon pubs with views of the coast: 22 of the best

Tuesday, July 30, 2019 Fred Humphries

The Pilchard Inn, Burgh Island (c) Matthew Hartley, Flickr (CC BY 2.0)

When two of the best things about Devon - our county's coast and our pubs - come together you get something truly special. Here are 22 great South Devon pubs that have views of the coast

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Walks

8 top Devon dog walks passing a dog-friendly pub

Tuesday, August 13, 2019

Read on for Natalie Millar-Partridge's pick of the best Devon dog walks in the area, starting or finishing at a proper, doggie friendly pub

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Devon's best walks: A Dartmoor woodland walk near Lustleigh

Tuesday, July 30, 2019

The craggy outcrop of Hunter’s Tor is a superb viewpoint

A summer's walk on Dartmoor with woodlands, wide views - and absolutely perfect tea gardens nearby which SIMONE STANBROOK-BYRNE enjoyed discovering

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5 great summer walks with incredible views

Wednesday, July 24, 2019

An ornate bench with unrivalled view on Culmstock Beacon

Simone Stanbrook-Byrne suggests a selection of 5 walks with stunning views to enjoy over the summer. Grab your boots and the relevant OS map and off you go!

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