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The Countryside of Devon
Discover the local countryside in Devon, South West England. Plan a countryside and nature trip, staycation or holiday with our curated guide.
Useful Websites
Environment & Landscape – DCC
A vast amount of data, information and guides on the local council website.
Visit Devon – Official Guide
Things to do, places to explore, accommodation and events.
Exmoor National Park
Official site for this beautiful landscape of moorland, woodland, coast and rivers.
Jurassic Coast Trust
The Jurassic Coast covers 95 miles of truly stunning coastline from East Devon to Dorset.
Dartmoor National Park
Wild, open moorlands and deep river valleys, with a rich history and rare wildlife.
Devon Wildlife Trust
Discover the wildlife of Devon and the work of the local Wildlife Trust and its reserves.
South West Coast Path
All you need to enjoy one of the world’s best long distance walks.
The English Riviera
Events, Activities, Tourism and Information in and around Torquay, Paignton and the South Devon coast.
Walking in Devon
Over a hundred free walks to download and print.
Visit North Devon & Exmoor
Top spots, outdoor spaces, unique towns & villages.
Animals & Nature Attractions
Animals and nature at Devon’s Top Attractions.
Devon Biodiversity
Identifies plants and animals special to the County of Devon.
Visit Exmoor
Exmoor accommodation, holidays and things to do. Wildlife Watching, Walks…
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The Best of Exmoor
Beautiful cottages and self catering accommodation in the magical Exmoor National Park and surrounding area. From one beds up to large historic homes all in stunning locations. My picks for the solo traveller or couple would be The Coach House, a stones throw from Porlock Weir Harbour and a little over £300 for a 7 day stay. Or with prices from £240 in Special Offers there are many options.
Rural Retreats in Devon
Delightful cottages such as the Hobbit Cottage set in tranquil gardens in an estuary village, Listed Buildings, Artists Studios, Lighthouse Cottages and more at Rural Retreats.
More Useful Websites
At time of review the sites below were not mobile friendly.
Devon – BBC Great Outdoors
Many pages of features about Devon’s coast and countryside.
Wildlife in Devon
Information and ideas for bird watchers and wildlife enthusiasts.
APhotoFlora
Images of wildflowers plants trees etc. APhotoFungi, APhotoMarine.
In Coast: The South West
Explore the coast of Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset and the Isles of Scilly.
South West Coast