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About Exmouth
This attractive holiday resort first gained popularity with tourists in the 18th-century and today it's long sandy beaches still attract large numbers of holiday-makers who return here, year after year.
The waters of the River Exe meet with the open sea at Exmouth and ferry passengers from Starcross on the far bank of the Exe, land near a small dock that is linked with one of Exmouth's most illustrious periods, when in the 16th-century it's small port became an important maritime centre and was used by Sir Walter Raleigh, the Elizabethen explorer
To the eastern end of the shore the beach becomes quite rocky and at this point over a hundred acres of land belong to the National Trust. To the north of the town is the A La Ronde, a house built in 1798 and decorated with shells and feathers. It was built by two sisters, and it's rooms are arranged around an octaganol hall. It is quite unique and well worth seeing. Exmouth has many attractive buildings including a terrace of elegant Georgian houses known as the Beacon. The wide Esplanade is backed by pleasant gardens adorned with shady trees, gracious lawns and flower beds. It is a lively resort and offers a great deal to the visitor. There are boat trips on the Exe and Sea fishing trips. Local attractions include; The wonderful world of miniature and the World of country life. There is abundant night life, excellent shopping, and a range of hospitable inns and public houses.
Planning a visit? Please see below for other recommended towns, attractions and recommended hotels nearby.
Distances and directions below are approximate. For true driving distances please visit the AA Route Planner
Recommended attractions near Exmouth
| Dawlish Warren | (1.4 miles, 2.3 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| A La Ronde | (1.9 miles, 3.0 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Powderham Castle | (2.9 miles, 4.7 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Fairlynch Arts Centre & Museum | (4.0 miles, 6.5 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Exeter Cathedral | (8.9 miles, 14.2 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Babbacombe Model Village | (9.9 miles, 15.9 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Stover Country Park | (11.0 miles, 17.6 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| The Donkey Sanctuary | (11.3 miles, 18.1 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Killerton | (12.2 miles, 19.6 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Cockington Country Park | (12.5 miles, 20.1 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Cockington Forge | (12.5 miles, 20.1 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Cockington Court | (12.6 miles, 20.3 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Compton Castle | (12.9 miles, 20.7 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Blackbury Castle | (13.6 miles, 21.9 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Farway Country Park | (14.3 miles, 22.9 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
All attractions in ExmouthAll attractions in DevonComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandRecommended towns near Exmouth
Dawlish in the county of Devon (3.4 miles, 5.5 km, direction SW)
Dawlish is an attractive holiday resort on the Devon coast, it lies between the picturesque estuaries of both the River Exe and the River Teign.
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Exeter in the county of Devon (8.8 miles, 14.2 km, direction NW)
Exeter is a bustling city in the heart of the county of Devon. It's mix of modern and functional with old and cultural makes for an interesting place to live, and to visit.
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Pinhoe in the county of Devon (8.9 miles, 14.3 km, direction N)
Pinhoe now fringes the urban sprawl of Exeter, but there was a time when it was a place standing alone with its own identity.
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Babbacombe in the county of Devon (10.7 miles, 17.3 km, direction SW)
With its lovely Blue Flag beaches, pleasant gardens, pedrestrianised shopping areas, and friendly ambience, Babbacombe makes an enjoyable resort for a family holiday.
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Cockington in the county of Devon (12.3 miles, 19.8 km, direction SW)
This idyllic thatched village perfectly reflects the harmony and glory of a by-gone age, for here you can walk in ancient...
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Paignton in the county of Devon (14.2 miles, 22.8 km, direction SW)
This delightful seaside resort with its snug little harbour is a place where visitors can enjoy a holiday of endless hours of...
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Broadhembury in the county of Devon (16.1 miles, 26.0 km, direction NE)
Broadhembury is an idyllic village which is an oasis of calm and beauty lying at the edge of the Blackdown Hills.
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Seaton in the county of Devon (16.2 miles, 26.0 km, direction E)
The town is mostly Victorian and Edwardian in character, you only have to cast your eyes above today's modern shop fronts to see handsome overhanging bay windows which belong firmly to another era.
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Galmpton in the county of Devon (16.7 miles, 26.8 km, direction SW)
Galmpton is a medium sized village located between Paignton and Brixham by the River Dart, close to Stoke Gabriel. Agatha...
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Axmouth in the county of Devon (17.3 miles, 27.8 km, direction E)
This quiet resort of colourwashed cottages sitting at the edge of the River Axe was once an important south Devon port.
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Drewsteignton in the county of Devon (17.8 miles, 28.7 km, direction W)
This attractive village is one of the most beautifully laid out of all Devon villages with pretty cottages set around a fine village square.
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Dittisham in the county of Devon (18.1 miles, 29.1 km, direction SW)
Attractive unspoilt village in a tranquil setting overlooking the widest part of the River Dart.
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Buckland in the Moor in the county of Devon (18.2 miles, 29.2 km, direction W)
This is one of Devon's "dream villages" with an attractive small church dating from the 13th century and a cluster of picturesque thickly thatched country cottages with the most "English" of country gardens.
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Chagford in the county of Devon (19.2 miles, 30.9 km, direction W)
With haunting scenery, quaint cottages, pretty streets and alleyways Chagford has something for everyone.
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Kingswear in the county of Devon (19.8 miles, 31.8 km, direction S)
Picturesquely situated at the mouth of the River Dart, this popular resort has changed little with the passage of time.
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All towns in DevonComplete A to Z of towns in EnglandNearby travel help
| Exmouth Station | (0.2 miles, 0.4 km) |
| Starcross Station | (1.7 miles, 2.8 km, direction W) |
| M5 Junction 31 | (6.2 miles, 10.0 km, direction NW) |
| M5 Junction 30 | (7.0 miles, 11.3 km, direction N) |
| Exeter Airport | (8.2 miles, 13.2 km, direction N) |
| Plymouth City Airport | (33.6 miles, 54.0 km, direction W) |
| Exmouth to London | (155.8 miles, 250.7 km, direction NE) |
Hotels & Accommodation in Exmouth
| Hotel Name | Approximate distance from Exmouth center |
| The Devoncourt Hotel | (0.6 miles, 1.0 km) |
| Langstone Cliff Hotel | (2.2 miles, 3.6 km, direction SW) |
| Woodbury Park Hotel | (5.1 miles, 8.2 km, direction NE) |
| Exeter Court Hotel | (6.3 miles, 10.1 km, direction NW) |
| The Devon Hotel | (8.2 miles, 13.3 km, direction NW) |
| Best Western Gipsy Hill Hotel | (8.3 miles, 13.3 km, direction N) |
| Lord Haldon Hotel | (8.4 miles, 13.4 km, direction NW) |
| The Red House Hotel | (8.7 miles, 14.0 km, direction NW) |
| Mercure Southgate Exeter | (8.8 miles, 14.1 km, direction NW) |
| Abode Exeter The Royal Clarence Hotel | (9.0 miles, 14.5 km, direction NW) |
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