Pictures of Devon

About the county of Devon

A County that forms part of the South-West Peninsula of England, Devon is the third largest County and borders the popular Counties of Dorset, Somerset and Cornwall. Devon boasts some of Englands finest beaches, has a wealth interesting History to discover and many pretty Villages including Clovelly, one of the most famous villages in the world. Interesting places to visit include Torquay a popular holiday resort and birthplace of Dame Agatha Christie, the most popular crime writer of all time and Tavistock the centre of a beautiful and fascinating district and birthplace of the famous explorer Sir Francis Drake.

Recommended Towns & Villages to visit in Devon

Chagford (9 Pictures)

a Historic Market Town in the county of Devon

With haunting scenery, quaint cottages, pretty streets and alleyways Chagford has something for everyone...

Drewsteignton (43 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Devon

This attractive village is one of the most beautifully laid out of all Devon villages with pretty cottages set around a fine village square...

Exeter (236 Pictures)

a Historic City in the county of Devon

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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Recommended Attractions to visit in Devon

Buckfast Abbey (29 Pictures)

One of the most amazing things about this fine abbey is that it was built almost entirely by amateur builders. The Benedictine.....

Lundy Island (52 Pictures)

Lundy means "puffin island" in Norse. It is a place of rare enchantment and great natural beauty, a precious island populated.....

Lydford Castle (1 Pictures)

A simple square keep is all that remains of Lydford Castle. The castle, standing on a small mound in the shadow of the church.....

Lydford Gorge (49 Pictures)

A picturesque stone bridge crosses the River Lyd just south of the village of Lydford. At this point the river often falls fast.....

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Memories of The Village of North Bovey
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