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

Gidleigh (3 Pictures)

in the county of Devon

The small wooded village of Gidleigh stands in superb wooded countryside at the heart of the Dartmoor National Park...

Hartland Quay (30 Pictures)

in the county of Devon

The beauty of Hartland Quay is only eclipsed by the rugged cliffs which loom above it...

Mariansleigh (2 Pictures)

in the county of Devon

This charming tiny village is set in lovely rural mid-Devonshire countryside within a short distance from the meandering River Mole in the beautiful Mole Valley, and the picturesque Crooked Oak stream...

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Recommended Attractions to visit in Devon

Dartmouth Castle (24 Pictures)

Darmouth Castle occupies a rocky promontory overlooking the Dart estuary. It was one of a chain of castles built by Henry VIII.....

Dumpdon Hill Fort (2 Pictures)

This impressive Iron Age Hill Fort is on top of one of the largest hills in the Otter valley, offering stunning views of the.....

Fernworthy Stone Circle (1 Pictures)

Fernworthy Stone Circles are set against the majestic backdrop of some of Dartmoor's highest peaks, in a beautiful forest spot.....

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.....

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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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