Shaldon Zoo

Shaldon Zoo is a conservation centre in Devon specialising in small endangered species with a focus on primates, offering outdoor animal exhibits, breeding programmes, and educational activities.

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The Black Barn

The Black Barn is a spacious and luxurious five-bedroom holiday home in a quiet rural lane in South Devon's village of Marldon, offering a peaceful and stylish retreat suitable for families or groups.

Near Kirkham House

Kirkham House is a late medieval stone house in Paignton, Devon, featuring original oak beams, medieval-style furnishings, and a historic interior open to visitors at certain times of the year.

Located in Paignton

Paignton is a historic seaside town in Devon on the English Riviera known for its beaches, Victorian architecture, cultural events, and heritage railways, offering family-friendly tourism and coastal walking experiences.

The Old Telephone Exchange

The Old Telephone Exchange is a one-bedroom holiday home located in a tranquil countryside setting near woodlands and within short driving distance to beaches and local village amenities, offering a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature and outdoor walking opportunities.

3 miles from Ugbrooke House

Ugbrooke House is a Grade 1 listed historic family home in Devon with guided tours, parkland gardens, and a café serving Devon cream teas. Visitors can explore the house's rich history, enjoy the Capability Brown landscape, and access family-friendly facilities with good accessibility.

3 miles from Greenway

Greenway House is a historic Georgian estate on the River Dart in Devon, once home to Agatha Christie. Visitors can explore the house, riverside gardens with diverse plants, and the Barn Gallery showcasing local art, with connections to Christie's literary legacy.

3 miles from Tree management walk at Greenway

12 Oct (next Monday)

Join a Greenway Gardener for a walk around the garden to learn about tree safety management, tree decay fungi, structural defects and the ecological importance of trees.

The Cider Barn

The Cider Barn is a three-bedroom rural retreat set in the Devonshire countryside near Crediton, offering a peaceful and stylish setting with a large private garden and private wood-fired hot tub.

Seashore Apartments - Ocean Breeze

Ocean Breeze is a one-bedroom ground floor apartment in Paignton located just steps from the seafront, offering a cosy and homely coastal retreat with easy access to local beaches, pier, and attractions along the English Riviera.

3 miles from Labrador Bay

Labrador Bay is a coastal nature reserve near Shaldon featuring stunning views over Lyme Bay and important habitats for rare birds like the Cirl Bunting, with walking trails and wildlife observation opportunities in a working farm landscape.

3 miles from South Milton Sands

South Milton Sands is a scenic and popular sandy beach in Devon featuring a long stretch of golden sand, rock pools, and a sheltered bay overlooking the Thurlestone Rock archway. Visitors can enjoy coastal walks, wildlife watching especially at the wetlands area, and accessible pathways including boardwalk ramps to the beach. Dog-friendly and child-friendly, it provides a natural outdoor experience with parking available via a digital system.

Longcroft House

Longcroft House is a Grade II listed early Victorian villa located in a serene Torquay suburb with expansive grounds and sea views, ideal for groups and families seeking a spacious holiday retreat near the coast.

2 miles from Parke

Parke is a peaceful woodland estate near Bovey Tracey, Devon, offering scenic walks, a walled garden, riverside wildlife, and a café. It's ideal for outdoor activities, dog walking, and family-friendly exploration close to Dartmoor's edge.

2 miles from Wildlife art trail at Parke

7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)

Visitors can follow a trail around the Parke Estate to find six large wildlife artworks created by pupils as part of an environmental project, and learn about the project and the featured native species.

Puffin 1

This ground floor apartment in The Cove development offers bright and thoughtfully furnished accommodation with uninterrupted sea views, set in a prestigious collection of apartments overlooking Fishcombe Cove in Brixham.

Blackdown Farm

A spacious, high-quality single-storey barn conversion on a working farm near Dartmouth, set in countryside with private parking and an enclosed garden.

3 miles from Bayard's Cove Fort

Bayard's Cove Fort is a 16th-century artillery blockhouse located at the entrance of Dartmouth harbour in Devon. It features historic military architecture with multiple gunports and is managed by English Heritage, open to the public for exploration of its significant coastal defence heritage.

Near Hidden Treasure at Greenway: The silk jacket

7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)

Visitors can see a silk jacket worn by Agatha Christie's mother, Clarissa, displayed for the first time after conservation. The display explores the jacket's motifs and its place in the Greenway collection.

Hayes Farm Mews - Milk Churn

This accommodation is a quiet barn conversion located in a village setting on a working dairy farm, near the coast and within a reasonable drive of Exeter and Plymouth, featuring countryside views and a peaceful atmosphere.

3 miles from Coleton Fishacre

Coleton Fishacre is a historic Arts and Crafts style country house with 24 acres of rare, exotic gardens running down to the sea in Devon. Owned by the National Trust, it offers visitors a combination of beautifully preserved interiors and scenic outdoor garden walks along the coast.

2 miles from Be a writer for a day at Greenway

7–16 Oct (another 7 days)

Explore Greenway house and garden for writing prompts and creative challenges inspired by Agatha Christie and the surroundings of her former holiday home. Visitors of all ages can develop stories, draw ideas and add creations to the “tall tales” trees.

Located in Brixham

Brixham is a picturesque coastal town in Devon, England, known for its historic harbour, large fishing fleet, and vibrant local festivals. Visitors can enjoy scenic harbour views, maritime heritage, and cultural events like the Brixham Pirate Festival and Fishstock seafood festival.

2 miles from Compton Castle

Compton Castle is a fortified manor house in Devon, England, notable for its medieval architecture, historic connection to the Gilbert family and Newfoundland colonisation, restored interiors, and small formal gardens.

New Esplanade Court - Garden Apartment

This one-bedroom ground floor holiday apartment in Paignton offers a coastal setting near the beach, suitable for families or couples seeking a laid-back seaside stay with access to shared outdoor and recreational spaces.

2 miles from 'Voices of the garden' immersive audio trail at Greenway

7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)

Visitors follow a GPS-triggered audio trail through Greenway’s garden, hearing a fictional story inspired by the estate’s use as a home for child evacuees during the Second World War. The trail uses the HistoryScapes app to explore Greenway’s heritage.

3 miles from Shaldon Zoo

Shaldon Zoo is a conservation centre in Devon specialising in small endangered species with a focus on primates, offering outdoor animal exhibits, breeding programmes, and educational activities.

Located in Dawlish

Dawlish is a charming seaside town in Devon known for its sandy beaches, scenic sea wall railway, black swan sanctuary, and Victorian-era charm, offering a mix of cultural, historic, and natural attractions.

Garden Cottage

A detached single-storey cottage on a working sheep farm in rural Devon, overlooking a fishing lake and surrounded by fields, offering a peaceful and homely retreat for couples and small families.

3 miles from Shilstone House

Shilstone House is a restored Georgian manor in Devon offering guided tours of its historic interiors, extensive gardens, and a unique 17th-century water theatre. Visitors can explore the formal gardens, woodland walks, and enjoy refreshments at the on-site cafe. The venue is family-friendly with accessible facilities and charges an admission for tours.

3 miles from Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth Castle is a historic artillery fort in Devon, built from the 14th century onward to protect Dartmouth harbour with significant gun batteries and fortifications. Now managed by English Heritage, visitors can explore both indoor historic buildings and outdoor gun platforms, enjoy scenic views, and learn about its military history from medieval times to World War II.

2 miles from Royal Geographical Society: Earth Photo 2026

12 Sep–21 Oct (another 12 days)

An outdoor exhibition presents shortlisted photography and film exploring nature, people, places and environments, including the impacts of and adaptations to climate change. The exhibition takes place throughout the garden at Coleton Fishacre.

The Old Piggery

This detached luxury holiday property is set on the edge of the village of Sidbury in East Devon, offering peaceful countryside views and a private garden, ideal for relaxation and exploration of nearby coastal and rural attractions.

Near Sidbury Manor

Sidbury Manor is a Victorian red brick mansion built in the 1870s, historically significant as the residence of a statesman and still home to the Cave family. It offers a historic house visit experience near Sidmouth, Devon, available by prior appointment or special events only.

Located in Honiton

Honiton is a historic market town in Devon known for its Georgian architecture, lace-making heritage, and cultural traditions including the annual Hot Pennies ceremony and agricultural show.

Broadshade Holiday Apartments - Flower Pot House

Flower Pot House is a large self-contained house located near Paignton beach, harbour and town, accommodating up to eight guests with an enclosed garden and shared on-site parking.

3 miles from Berry Pomeroy Castle

Berry Pomeroy Castle is a Tudor mansion ruin within a late 15th-century castle in South Devon, known for its picturesque romantic ruins and reputed hauntings. It is managed by English Heritage and open to the public as a historic site with extensive outdoor exploration.

Black Hill View

Black Hill View is a cosy one-bedroom holiday home in the tranquil village of Manaton on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, ideal for couples seeking a peaceful retreat surrounded by scenic walks and wildlife.

2 miles from Hound Tor

Hound Tor is a granite rock formation on Dartmoor in Devon featuring weathered granite outcrops, ruins of a medieval village, and nearby prehistoric remains, offering an outdoor experience popular for rock climbing and cultural history.

Ashcombe - Nut Tree Farm

This is a large five-star country property in Devon set on a private estate surrounded by countryside, suitable for up to 28 guests and families with child-friendly features and outdoor activities.

Centry Glamping Pods - Lavender

Lavender is a cosy ground-floor pod at the Centry Touring Park in Brixham, suitable for four guests with a double bed and pull-out double sofa bed, featuring private parking, shared external shower facilities, and a front sitting-out area with barbecue, located near coastal and countryside attractions.

Lapwing 1

Lapwing Apartment is a ground floor holiday apartment with two bedrooms set within a peaceful waterfront development in Brixham, offering sea views and a relaxed atmosphere near Fishcombe Cove in South Devon.

3 miles from Little Acorns at Coleton Fishacre

7 Oct, 14 Oct…

Little Acorns is a term-time session for children under five at Coleton Fishacre. Families can explore the garden on a welly walk and take part in creative outdoor activities.

Wonkey Donkey Cottage

Wonkey Donkey Cottage is a two-bedroom single-storey holiday home set on the East Devon coast surrounded by natural beauty, suitable for families or friends and located near coastal and countryside attractions with access to outdoor space.

Near Sidmouth countryside

Salcombe Hill near Sidmouth offers scenic outdoor experiences with coastal and countryside walks including accessible trails, stunning views of the Jurassic Coast cliffs, and nature areas with grazing livestock. Visitors can enjoy trails, wildlife, and a nearby National Trust shop in Sidmouth town. Dog walking is allowed, and there are facilities for parking and easy access routes.

Located in Sidmouth

Sidmouth is a picturesque historic Georgian and Regency town in Devon on the Jurassic Coast, popular for its beach, literary connections, folk festival, and gardens.

Otter House

This elegant Regency-style house is set in approximately 2.5 acres of grounds near the beaches of Slapton, offering spacious living with 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms in a peaceful countryside setting, suitable for large family or multi-generational groups including pets.

Old Seaway Mews

Old Seaway Mews is a bright, spacious one-bedroom accommodation with a double bed plus a sofa bed, set in a coastal location near charming coves and beaches, suitable for guests with pets and offering private parking and a gym area.

Belgrave Sands Apartment 2

Belgrave Sands apartment is a newly renovated two-bedroom ground floor apartment located near Torquay beach and harbour with access to hotel spa facilities including a pool and gym.

3 miles from Bradley

Bradley Manor is a medieval manor house in Devon featuring a detached early 15th-century chapel, medieval wall paintings, and a collection of Pre-Raphaelite art and Arts and Crafts furniture. Set in limestone woodland and meadows, it offers both indoor historic exploration and outdoor natural beauty.

3 miles from Canonteign Falls

Canonteign Falls is a 90-acre estate in Devon featuring natural waterfalls, woodlands, lakes, and meadows, with family-friendly amenities including a children's play area, café, and scenic walks.

2 miles from Guided walks at Parke - Wider Estate

14 Oct, 25 Oct…

Community Walk Volunteers lead a friendly walk of around three miles through the natural landscapes of the Parke Estate. The route includes varying terrain, steep hills and uneven ground.

Near Burrow Farm Gardens

A 13-acre RHS Partner Garden in Devon featuring diverse plants, a thatched summerhouse, ancient woodland, formal and grasses gardens, and stunning wildflower meadows.

Newhouse Barton - Swift

This accommodation is a barn conversion set in rural Devon countryside with scenic surroundings, offering homely and cosy living spaces suitable for families and groups, with shared recreational facilities including a heated indoor swimming pool and games room.

2 miles from Dartington Hall Gardens

Dartington Gardens in Devon are historic Grade II-listed formal grounds featuring notable trees, beautiful vistas, sculptures, and various themed gardens, managed by The Dartington Trust.

Grattan Manor Cottages - Manor Cottage

Manor Cottage is a cosy cottage set within the grounds of the historic Grade II-listed Grattan Manor near Bow village, offering a peaceful rural setting with a garden, patio, and shared outdoor swimming pool during summer months.

3 miles from Gardening for nature at Coleton Fishacre

9 Oct

A guided garden tour led by the Head Gardener explores how Coleton Fishacre is adapting its gardening practices to support nature, improve habitats and increase biodiversity. Attendees can learn about the measures in place and get ideas for supporting wildlife in their own gardens.

2 miles from Buglife letterbox trail

7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)

Visitors can follow a letterbox trail around the Parke Estate, finding five boxes representing species that Buglife is working to protect. Each box has information about its species, and participants can collect stamps along the route.

Bight Boatyard

This four-bedroom holiday home in Dartmouth’s Bight Boatyard accommodates eight guests and features stunning views of the Dart River. It offers a pet-friendly environment, private on-site parking for one car, Wi-Fi, and a terrace with garden furniture. The property includes multiple bathrooms across floors, a lift with some stairs inside, and direct river access from a courtyard. Situated in the coastal village of Southdown, Dartmouth, the home provides a peaceful waterfront setting with close proximity to local shops and coastal activities.

3 miles from Little Dartmouth

Little Dartmouth in Devon offers scenic coastal and countryside walks, including a circular path passing historic ruins. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views, wildlife, and a natural environment with an on-site car park. Dogs are welcome with some restrictions near livestock.

3 miles from 100 years of Coleton Fishacre

7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)

A year of events marking 100 years since the D’Oyly Carte family moved into Coleton Fishacre, including archive and contemporary photography exhibitions, a guided walk with the Head Gardener, and a 1920s-style Christmas party.

Centry Glamping Pods - Buttercup

Buttercup is a cosy pod on the Centry Touring Park site in Brixham, accommodating up to four guests with a double bed and double sofa bed, featuring ground-floor access, allocated parking, and access to shared external shower and toilet facilities.

3 miles from Brownstone and Coleton Camp

Brownstone and Coleton Camp in Devon offers a coastal outdoor experience featuring rugged cliffs, dog-friendly beaches, historical WWII battery, and scenic walking trails along the South West Coast Path with opportunities to enjoy wildlife and countryside.

Rockenhayne Farmstead - The Retreat

The Retreat is an accessible eco-friendly home located in rural Branscombe, offering a peaceful and scenic countryside setting with historical significance and a pet-friendly environment.

Near Blackbury Camp

Blackbury Camp is an Iron Age hill fort in Devon featuring large earthwork ramparts and an oval enclosure, situated within a scenic natural area. Visitors can explore the outdoor archaeological site and enjoy views of the surrounding valleys.

Near Darts Farm

RSPB Shop at Darts Farm is a family-run working farm and nature reserve located in Exeter, Devon, offering both indoor shopping for bird care products and outdoor nature trails with wildlife spotting opportunities. Visitors can enjoy panoramic wetland views, guided walks, public hides, and family-friendly facilities including a play area and animal corner. The venue welcomes dogs on leads and is wheelchair accessible, with free entry to the nature reserve and shop.

3 miles from The Grand Tour Exhibition at A la Ronde

7–11 Oct, 13–18 Oct…

An exhibition about the 18th-century Grand Tour and the travels of Jane and Mary Parminter, whose journey through Europe influenced A la Ronde. Visitors can see travel souvenirs, pages from Jane’s diary and an original board game to play.

Blue Waters Apartments - Shoreline

This ground floor apartment is located in the heart of Goodrington, close to the beach, shops and restaurants, providing a peaceful and comfortable coastal retreat for couples.

2 miles from Bowling Green And Goosemoor

Bowling Green and Goosemoor is a scenic nature reserve at the junction of the River Exe and River Clyst near Topsham, ideal for birdwatching from accessible hides and viewpoints including an estuary lookout. The reserve features seasonal visitors like waders and waterfowl, with walking and cycling paths offering panoramic views and wildlife spotting opportunities. Entry is free and dogs are allowed on leads on designated paths.

2 miles from Guided fungi walk

8 Oct, 15 Oct…

A guided walk around the A la Ronde estate, where a knowledgeable guide helps identify the fungi species found across the grounds. The event is not a foraging activity.