Lush countryside, elegant towns, historic rivers and stunning coastlines...
Welcome to South Devon
Whitehill Country Park lies on the border of the ancient boroughs of Torbay and the South Hams in South Devon, nestled in rolling countryside on the outskirts of the village of Stoke Gabriel, with its traditional inns, tea rooms, parish churchyard and mill pond. Also within easy reach are the riverbanks of the beautiful Dart – perfect for strolls, fishing and crabbing, enjoying a picnic and a good book or launching a boat.
For a more Mediterranean atmosphere swap the green hills of the South Hams for the laid back glamour of nearby Torbay, with its palm-lined boulevards and waterfronts, stunning beaches, picturesque harbours and tempting shops and cafés.
There are dozens of quality attractions and activities to enjoy in the area, from prehistoric caves and historic castles, through walking trails, steam railways and award-winning vineyards to nature reserves and adventure parks.
Classic English wines are produced at Sharpham vineyard as a result of a happy marriage of soil, climate and grape variety known as terroir, and nature has bestowed her gifts freely upon us here at Sharpham.
Website: www.sharpham.com
A demonstration organic farm re-connecting people with food, farming and the countryside.
Website: www.countryside-trust.org.uk/Occombe
The National Marine Aquarium is the charity dedicated to raising awareness of the oceans.
Website: www.livingcoasts.org.uk
Heather-covered moorland and deep wooded gorges, beautiful lake-like reservoirs and tumbling rocky rivers, thriving market towns and villages, patchwork farmland and craggy granite tors, the Dartmoor National Park covers an area of 368 square miles - the largest, and wildest, area of open country in southern England.
Website: www.dartmoor-npa.gov.uk
Whoopee! Woodlands has it all! Acres of Action, Massive indoor Playcentres Great Rides and beautiful Animals.
Website: www.woodlandspark.com
With Maximum Fun, there is something for everyone at Crealy Great Adventure Park this Year.
Website: www.crealy.co.uk
Thousands of miniature buildings, people and vehicles capture the essence of England's past, present and future. It's not just the humour, nor the animation - it has a life of its own. Come and see for yourself!
Website:www.babbacombemodelvillage.co.uk
Kents Cavern is one of the most important Palaeolithic caves in Northern Europe and the oldest recognisable human dwelling in Britain. It holds beautiful and spectacular geological formations and significant prehistoric finds, some over 700,000 years old.
Website:www.kents-cavern.co.uk
Quaywest is a Waterpark that hosts eight slides; two kiddies pool areas, a swimming pool and various food/retail outlets.
Website: www.quaywest.co.uk
We offer pleasure boat cruises and trips up and down the River Dart, from Dartmouth to Totnes in Devon, UK.
Website: www.riverlink.co.uk
(Approx 1.5 hrs by car) The Eden Project was established as one of the landmark Millennium projects in the UK to mark the year 2000 and is structured as an educational charitable trust.
Website: www.edenproject.com
Live 5 day weather forecast for Paignton from the BBC
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Devon Life Magazine - News, articles and events from around the county
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English Riviera Website
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What's on Torbay
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What's on South Hams
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Whitehill Country Park
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