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Buckfast WineFive reasons to holiday in Devon

Devon is one holiday destination for the most diverse in the country, with its beautiful hotels Devon , beautiful coastline, sandy beaches renowned family attractions, activities and accommodations won awards. Perfect for all types, Devon is the ideal place for the weekend, a romantic getaway or an activity-packed break, without having to travel too far to enjoy.

1. Attractions

There are a wide range of attractions across Devon are waiting to be discovered by the whole family. Attractions which tend to focus more on younger family include places like Pennywell Farm near Buckfastleigh has more than 200 animals, Paignton Zoo, Crealy Adventure Park in Exeter, Babbacombe Model Village, near Torquay and South Devon Railway which takes you 7 miles along the River Dart and Totnes.

Attractions that may appeal more to the older generation understand the historical sites such as Buckland Abbey in Yelverton, near Buckfast Abbey Buckfastleigh has fabulous gardens and is famous for its wine and tonic near Arlington Court Barnstaple. There are also plenty of gardens to visit in the gardens of Devon National Trust common for private include Bicton Park Botanical Gardens in East Budleigh and Becky Falls Woodland Park, near Bovey Tracey Devon has been voted Top Beauty Spot.

2. Activities

Devon near the coast means that it is popular for water sports like surfing, kite surfing, sailing, scuba diving and wake-board name a few. There are sports academies that offer many courses to individuals and groups. Surfing is one of the most well know sports in Devon with beaches such as Bantham Beach, Bigbury Bay (both on the south coast) and Croyde Bay on the north coast of prime surfing hotspots.

In addition, Devon has a diverse landscape with Dartmoor and Exmoor with two areas of campaign activities also like horseback riding, hiking, climbing, fishing and golf. There are activities organized centers throughout the county as the Park of the River Dart Country near Newton Abbot and Go Ape near Exeter, who organize activity days for groups and individuals.

3. Hotels and Accommodations

Devon has a range of different types of accommodation and when you plan your holiday in Devon, you will not have to worry about finding a place to stay because there are many places and hotels to choose from. There is an abundance of the family campsites, caravan sites, picturesque inns, firm bed and breakfasts, country Devon hotels and luxury of the coast of Devon hotels so you just have to make your choice !

4. Coastal Cities

There are a number of coastal cities breathtaking worth seeing if you decide to travel down to Devon. On the south coast, there are the picturesque towns include Salcombe with its narrow streets lined with quaint specialty shops and galleries and Dartmouth which has stunning views overlooking the River Dart and is renowned for its restaurants and hotels, which embrace their country and coastal location and use fresh local produce.

Coastal cities on the north coast include Croyde Bay with its extensive sandy beach and the town offers shops and cafes. The village of Clovelly is one of the best known and probably one of the most unusual North Devo.

Posted on May 10, 2010.
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