This wonderfully diverse, and arguably one of the UK’s prettiest counties, is ideal for anyone seeking a mixture of seaside and countryside for their break, with gorgeous sandy beaches and rolling green hills to choose from! Not to mention the years of maritime history, the abundance of AONB’s (Area of Outstanding National Beauty) and the hustle bustle of beautiful historic cities and quaint harbour towns.

This vibrant and cheerful town is a traditional British seaside resort, known for the Mediterranean feel that echoes through its palm trees and beautiful harbour. Set at the heart of the English Riviera on the South Devon coast, it boasts sandy beaches, family attractions and an elegant Victorian appearance. Whilst in the Torbay area, head to Brixham, the quintessential English harbour town where you will find the freshest fish, and Paignton, a colourful seaside town with long sandy beaches.

Situated at the mouth of the River Dart, this charming town is one of England’s most iconic ports. The scenic river location, and charming historic streets lined by historic buildings, make this a very picturesque harbour town. With a rich maritime history, there is plenty to explore in Dartmouth, including a castle and Agatha Christie’s Greenway National Trust Holiday Home. And you simply must take a trip on the Steam Railway, which runs all the way to Paignton, or board a river boat cruise!

This vast expanse of moorland is a must visit. The 386 square miles encompass towering tors and majestic panoramic views, circular walks and folklore beyond belief – think pixies, ghosts, witchcraft and weird happenings! There isn’t a more iconic sight than a herd of ponies grazing in the moors, hoof prints were found in an archaeological dig dating them back some 3500 years.

For a city with the most fascinating maritime history – Plymouth is the place to be! Known as Britain’s Ocean City, this exciting place holds status as the regional capital for culture and there is plenty to explore. From Smeaton’s Tower (one of the world’s most famous lighthouses) to Plymouth Gin Distillery – the oldest working Gin distillery in England.

Stretching from Exmouth, Devon to Lyme Regis, Dorset, the world famous Jurassic Coast is a UNESCO World Heritage site, featuring miles of coastal paths, breathtaking views, and historic monuments. The stretch of rock reveals a geological portrait timeline of 185 million years of the Earth’s history – in Exmouth, where the start of the Jurassic coastline is marked by a 5 metre Geo-needle, you can see the rich red rock of the Triassic era.