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If you’re looking for an English seaside holiday destination with sandy beaches, rocky coves and where family attractions abound then you can’t go wrong booking a break in South Devon. I know we may be biased as locals but the coast and countryside between Exeter and Plymouth really is a…
Read moreThe best way to see England’s Jurassic Coast is undoubtably from the sea. We found this out on a boat trip from Sidmouth, Devon, with Stuart Line Cruises. This was one of the highlights of our caravan holiday in Seaton, East Devon, which was a press trip arranged by Visit…
Read moreTorquay is the heart of the English Riviera in South Devon – we’re so lucky to have this seaside town just a few miles up the coast from where we live in Dartmouth. As you would expect, it’s bustling with things to do come rain or shine. Below are our…
Read moreIf you’re looking for the spookiest events happening this Halloween in Devon then take a look at our guide to frightening goings on over October half term 2019. And if you can face it, why not plan a bit further ahead to Christmas? I’ve got a round up of what’s…
Read moreIn all our visits to see family in Hartland we’d never made it to Hartland Abbey. This private North Devon country home, which was built as a monastery in 1157 and fell foul of King Henry VIII’s campaign against the Catholic Church, has more than a few stories to tell. We…
Read moreThe Christmas count down is on here in the Tin Box household. We had such a lovely Christmas in Devon last year that I can’t wait for it to arrive again. So, in preparation for Christmas 2018, I’ve pulled together what I think is a pretty comprehensive guide to what’s…
Read moreThere was much excitement in the Tin Box household when we heard that our closest Go Ape in Devon was to gain a Tree Top Junior adventure course. Last summer we’d visited the one at Itchen Valley Country Park in Hampshire and had such a fun day. When I say…
Read moreIf you’re planning to visit Dartmouth in South Devon then you’re in for a treat. We fell in love with the medieval streets and stunning coastal views of this historic UK town long before we moved here. It’s incredible that we now get to call this gem on the South…
Read moreJust when you think you know a place it can reveal even more to amaze and delight. This was our experience during our family holiday in Seaton, Devon. East Devon is an area we have stayed in a couple of times so we already know about its coastline’s special status…
Read more*Advertisement feature* If you’re looking for a small family-friendly Devon festival with a chilled out vibe, superb acts and plenty to keep the kids amused all day then you’ve got to check out Glas-Denbury near Newton Abbot. We were invited to review the festival in its fifth year and loved…
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