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

Hope (11 Pictures)

in the county of Devon

Despite having a picturesque little bay known as Hope Cove which has a picturesque harbour at its northern end, what really stuns all who visit is the sight of waves lashing against the scattered rocks flanking the cove...

Kingswear (33 Pictures)

in the county of Devon

Picturesquely situated at the mouth of the River Dart, this popular resort has changed little with the passage of time...

Pinhoe (1 Pictures)

in the county of Devon

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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Recommended Attractions to visit in Devon

Becky Falls (14 Pictures)

Becky Falls is a romantic beauty spot hidden in the countryside close to the old town of Bovey Tracey. The spot is noted for its.....

Compton Castle (1 Pictures)

Dramatic fortified manor house and small formal garden...

Greenway (4 Pictures)

The house called Greenway sitting serenely in attractive countryside has been an important Devon home for centuries, during which.....

The Valley of Rocks (22 Pictures)

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10 of the Prettiest Villages in Devon
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Memories of The Village of North Bovey
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