Holidays In Devon, Things To Do And Places To Stay
As costs continue to soar for families and British holidaymakers looking to book
foreign holidays abroad, the trend to explore holiday options in the UK is primed to grow more and more popular. Latest figures revealed from the office of national statistics conclude that in November 2010, fewer UK holidaymakers took trips overseas than in 2009. With the present lower value of the pound in other countries, many foreign holiday options are now a lot more expensive for families than those offered in the UK.Things to Do in Devon
Holidays in Devon have always been a firm favourite for families and those looking to enjoy the warmer climate that the South West is renowned for. However there is more to Devon than the beautiful scenery, idyllic thatched cottages, quaint villages and delicious clotted cream teas. You will find lots to occupy the most demanding and energetic children with family friendly options like theme parks, Zoos, Aquaria, Castles, Forts, Farm Attractions, Water Parks and Beaches to name but a few. Theres also a wide range of Stately Homes, Gardens and much History and Heritage to seek out and explore. Here are a just a few options you may wish to consider if you are planning your holidays in Devon:
Tiverton Castle
A 900 year old attraction thats great fun to explore no matter what age you are. Its just 1 mile from the town of Tiverton in Mid-Devon and easily access by road directly from Junction 27 of the M5 motorway.
Cold Harbour Mill
A working wool museum built in 1799 that was producing woollen and worsted yarn up until 1981 - just 6 miles from the town of Tiverton in Mid-Devon.
Museum of Mid Devon Life Tiverton
Founded in 1960, here you will find one of the largest social history collections in the South West just 1 mile from Tiverton town centre.
Underground Passages of Exeter
Discover stories of ghosts, buried treasure, secret escape routes and more. These secret underground passages are fascinating to explore just 12 miles from Tiverton in Mid-Devon.
National Marine Aquarium
Britains biggest and Europes deepest aquarium in Plymouth.
Paignton Zoo
A great day out for the entire family in South Devon
Exmoor Zoo
Home of the Exmoor Beast, heres an unusual zoo to explore.
Living Coasts
A coastal Zoo in Torquay where you can see penguins, seals and lots more.
Steam Trains on the South Devon Railway
Take a heritage journey back in time on the Great Western Railway Steam Train in South Devon
Woodlands Theme Park
Rides, animals and family friendly attractions in 90 acres of parkland.
Quince Honey Farm
See over 1500 hives at the honey farm. Its the largest in the UK
Pennywell Farm and Wildlife Centre
Family activities including rides, displays, shows and lots for the entire family.
Good Quality Devon Hotels
This small list of hotels are perfectly situated close to the attractions listed above, offing convenient family friendly accommodation
Best Western Tiverton Hotel in Tiverton
Queens Court Hotel in Exeter
Quayside Hotel in Brixham
Dart Martina Hotel in Dartmouth
The Palace Hotel in Torquay
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