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

Babbacombe (62 Pictures)

in the county of Devon

With its lovely Blue Flag beaches, pleasant gardens, pedrestrianised shopping areas, and friendly ambience, Babbacombe makes an enjoyable resort for a family holiday...

Brixham (303 Pictures)

a Seaside Town in the county of Devon

The long history of Brixham first began in pre-historic caves, finds suggest that Human beings sheltered here during the Ice Age..

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...

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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.....

Killerton (50 Pictures)

Walking towards the handsome Georgian property known as Killerton House, you get only a hint of the surprises awaiting you.....

Overbeck's Museum & Garden (28 Pictures)

Luxuriant coastal garden surrounding elegant Edwardian house with diverse collections...

Saltram House (1 Pictures)

Chosen as the magnificent setting for Norland Park in the film of Jane Austen's novel Sense and Sensibility, historic Saltram.....

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