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The very best East Devon has to offer. Where to Explore, where to Eat, and where to Stay.

04/11/2026

Have you been to Sidmouth? 🌊

Regency terraces, cliffs glowing red at sunset and a seafront made for a slow wander. John Betjeman loved Sidmouth so much he wrote a poem about it, and it’s easy to see why.

It’s a perfect starting point for exploring the Jurassic Coast. Follow the South West Coast Path towards Branscombe and B**r, pop into Sidmouth Museum to learn more about the coast’s long geological history, or spend an afternoon on Jacob’s Ladder Beach with the family.

Just outside town, The Donkey Sanctuary is a firm favourite for all ages, with gentle walks across the valley and plenty of friendly faces to meet. 🫏 Back in the centre, Kennaway House is a beautiful Regency building set in its own gardens, and a lovely place to stop, look around and catch one of its events.

It’s lovely out of season too. Wrap up warm, walk the Esplanade on a crisp November morning and finish with a warm drink somewhere cosy. ☕

Find out more about Sidmouth and what’s on nearby on our website.

📍 Sidmouth, East Devon

20/10/2026

Have you been to B**r? 🌊

Tucked into a sheltered cove on the Jurassic Coast, B**r is one of East Devon’s treasures. Fishing boats are still hauled up onto the shingle beach, framed by striking white chalk cliffs, the most westerly in England.

The village has a remarkable history too. B**r stone, quarried here since Roman times, was used to build Exeter Cathedral and Westminster Abbey, and you can still explore the vast underground B**r Quarry Caves. Add in tales of smugglers, cosy pubs, fresh local seafood and coastal walks towards Seaton and Branscombe, and it’s easy to see why visitors keep coming back.

What’s your favourite thing to do in B**r? Let us know below 👇

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09/10/2026

We love seeing a local festival come back bigger each year, and Exmouth Film Festival is back for its third.

From 18 to 22 November, this volunteer-run festival fills venues across Exmouth with independent films, documentaries and local stories. It’s the kind of thing that makes East Devon such a good place to live and visit.

What’s on:
Wed 18 Nov: The Ballad of Wallis Island, Scott Cinema
Thu 19 Nov: Whispers in the Woods, Scott Cinema South West Short Films with Q&As and social, The Manor Hotel
Fri 20 Nov: Jo in the Water and Salmon Run, with Q&A, Exmouth Rugby Club
Sat 21 Nov: The Devil Wears Prada 2, Exmouth Library National Emergency Briefing, with Q&A, Exmouth Town Hall
Sun 22 Nov: Derek vs Derek, with Q&A, Scott Cinema Rose of Nevada, Scott Cinema

📸 Our image is from , the Exmouth-made documentary returning after its UK cinema tour. Catch it at Exmouth Rugby Club on Friday 20 November.

More info on our What’s On page, link in bio 👆

08/10/2026

06/10/2026

Autumn doesn’t have to cost a thing in East Devon. From wetland walks to historic churchyards, there’s a full day out waiting on our doorstep without spending a penny.

Explore Seaton Wetlands, follow the River Otter from Otterton to the estuary, spot red deer around Woodbury Common, climb Hembury Fort for the views, watch the tide at Budleigh Salterton, wander the trails at Stockland Hill, visit Colyton’s historic church, or picnic at Farway Countryside Park. Save this for your next free day out.

01/10/2026

October in East Devon 🍂

Candlelit theatre underground, a town lit up by carnival floats and ten days of free science by the sea. Here’s what’s on this month:

🎨 Devon Open Studios Exhibition & Yasmin David: The Nature of Light Thelma Hulbert Gallery, Honiton Open Studios until 24 Oct, Yasmin David until 31 Oct Two exhibitions under one roof. See work from artists across the county, then David’s exploration of light in the natural world.

🕯️ Orpheus by Four of Swords B**r Quarry Caves 8 to 24 Oct, Thursday to Saturday, 6.30pm and 8.30pm The myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, retold by candlelight deep inside the caves with live original music. Wear comfortable shoes, as you’ll be on your feet and moving throughout.

🔬 Sidmouth Science Festival 9 to 18 Oct Talks, workshops and hands-on activities across town, and most of it is free. Super Science Saturday on 10 Oct is the one for families.

🎆 Ottery St Mary Carnival Friday 16 Oct An evening procession of illuminated floats, music and dancers through the town, and one of the highlights of the West Country’s autumn carnival season.

Full details and more events on our What’s On page. Link in bio 👆
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29/09/2026

A Few Ideas To Help You Enjoy East Devon This Autumn 🍂
 Off the beaten path, on for the season
 🍁 OCTOBER FORAGING
Sloes in the hedgerows (perfect for sloe gin), sweet chestnuts underfoot, and rosehips turning bright red across the countryside.
 🦔 WILD & WONDERFUL Visit the The Donkey Sanctuary Sidmouth, head to Wildwood Devon to see the wolves, or catch the wading birds settling in for winter at Seaton Wetlands.
 🏛️ HISTORY IN THE AUTUMN LIGHT Explore Cadhay House, Holiday Cottages & Gardens, Devon or Killerton, Exeter, Devon, UK as the grounds turn gold - historic houses feel different once the crowds thin out.
 Which one’s calling you first? 👇
 Discover more: link in bio
 

23/09/2026

🔬 Science, discovery and inspiration for all ages!

The Sidmouth Science Festival brings ten exciting days of talks, events and activities that explore the role of science in our everyday lives.

Perfect for curious minds, families, students and lifelong learners, this much-loved festival combines education, entertainment and discovery in a stunning coastal setting.

📍 Sidmouth 📅
9-18 October 2026

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