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Devon ( / ˈdɛvən / DEV-ən; historically also known as Devonshire /- ʃɪər, - ʃər / -sheer, -shər) is a ceremonial county in South West England. It is bordered by the Bristol Channel to the north, Somerset and Dorset to the east, the English Channel to the south, and Cornwall to the west.
3 days ago · Devon, administrative, geographic, and historic county of England. It forms part of the South West (or Cornish) Peninsula of Great Britain and is bounded to the west by Cornwall and to the east by Dorset and Somerset.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
From medieval towns to cute seaside villages, there’s a slice of paradise waiting for you. Whether you’re a walker, a cyclist or a wheelchair user, fancy a dip, a flop or even a trek with a lama, washed up with a fat menu of local treats and sleep under the stars, Devon has it all.
Devon is probably best known for its coastal resorts, the dramatic cliffs that line the coast in the east of the county is a great place for rockpooling, sailing and fishing, while North Devon’s coast is a haven for surfers and those that love watersports and scenic views.
- Exeter. A city bursting with historical hidden gems, Exeter has plenty of stories to tell. Originating as a Roman city, there are still Roman walls (and a Roman Bathhouse that hasn’t yet been excavated!).
- Exmouth. Sitting just 11 miles south of Exeter, where the River Exe meets the sea, is the buzzing beach town of Exmouth – a two-mile-long stretch of sand that connects the Exe Estuary to the red rock of the oldest part of the Jurassic Coast.
- The Exe Estuary. Connecting Exeter with Exmouth on one side and Dawlish Warren on the other, the Exe Estuary is a network of villages and points of interest, but the entire river remains one of the best places to visit in Devon for the sheer riverside beauty and array of fascinating attractions.
- Budleigh Salterton. Sitting just to the east of Exmouth (check out my hiking guide between the two towns!) Budleigh Salterton is the first (or last, depending on which way you look at it!)
Devon is a large county in England's West Country. Uniquely amongst English counties, Devon has two coastlines: to the south, on the English Channel and to the north, on the Celtic Sea and Bristol Channel.
Aug 10, 2023 · Devon in England’s south west is England’s third-largest county and a top destination for British holidaymakers. Boasting of two stunning coastlines (North/South), beautiful beaches, castles, historical treasures and quaint towns and villages it has something to appeal to every age group.
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