Devon
D
evon's soft rolling hills embrace
you as you enter the county,
and this warmth of welcome
can also be found amongst the people
who live here. At its centre is the wild
heart of Dartmoor, with its rugged
moorland grazed by sturdy ponies,
dramatic granite tors, bosky banks and
wildflower meadows.
Along Devon's sheltered southern
coastline you'll find the pretty fishing
harbour of Brixham, with its candy-
coloured fishermen's cottages, and the
stylish capital of the English Riviera,
Torquay. With its palm-lined boulevards,
glittering marina and white Italianate
villas scattered across pine-covered
slopes, it really is reminiscent of the
South of France. Further along the coast
is the fast-changing city of Plymouth,
with its wealth of cultural diversions, a
rich seafaring heritage and fabulous
seafront, plus great places to eat, shop
and explore.
Up north, the Atlantic rollers and
golden beaches attract both the hip
surfing crowd as well as families in search
of a more nostalgic beachside holiday.
Beachcomb for rare Caribbean shells
carried in by the Gulf Stream, build
magnificent castles out of sand and
seaweed, go rock-pooling or discover
hidden caves tucked away in secret
coves known only to pirates! Exmoor,
Devon's other National Park, which
sweeps down to the coast at Lynton,
with its famous cliff-side railway, is a not-
to-be-missed experience.
For shoppers and sophisticates there
is Exeter, with its magnificent cathedral,
enormously successful shopping centre at
Princesshay and its thriving arts scene.
With all the fantastic local produce on
offer, it is no wonder that the county is
known as a gourmet's paradise, with
more than a scattering of its very own
celebrity chefs and award-winning
artisan producers.
Outdoors in Devon you will be spoilt
for choice. You can explore its tantalising
green lanes, stride along the coastal path
or hike across the moors and then find
refreshment in one of the many welcoming
and delightful pubs.
Don't Miss...
Fabulous festivals roll out across the county throughout the year, covering everything from
arts to literature and walking to food. Animated Exeter celebrates the colourful world of
animation in darkest February, which is followed in late spring by Vibraphonic, bringing
you the hippest, coolest sounds from the music scene. Literary festivals in Appledore,
Dartington and Budleigh Salterton in the summer months and in the autumn the appetite
is whetted by many food and drink events including the quirky Clovelly Herring Festival.
To find out more about
Devon, visit
www.greatbritishlife.co.uk
and visit Devon Life
Devon
As well as its contrasting north and south coasts, Devon is famous for its moorland, green lanes, cream teas,
steam trains and, of course, its most famous resident, Agatha Christie, who was born 120 years ago this year
Most noted for...
� Golden beaches � Hidden coves
� Winding green lanes
� Pretty villages � Devon cream
teas � Sailing and surfing
� Thriving artistic community
� Cosy pubs with local beer and
cider � Orchards
� Farmers' markets
� Delicious seafood including
Devon crab and lobster
� Dartmoor ponies
�The SouthWest Coast path
� Castles ancient and modern
� Sub-tropical gardens
� Rugged moorland � Steam trains
� County shows and country fairs
PHOTO:PAULPRESTIDGE
Grand Western Canel,
Tiverton
16 www.greatbritishlife.co.uk

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