Top Ten Most Beautiful Villages In Devon
A run down of the top ten most beautiful villages in Devon.
Devon is a county in southwest England. It encompasses sandy beaches, fossil cliffs, medieval towns and moorland national parks
The English Riviera is a series of picturesque, south-coast harbour towns and villages including Woolacombe, Mortehoe and Clovelly.
The South West Coast Path follows the coastline, taking in the towering cliffs of the northern Exmoor Coast and rock formations on the fossil-rich southern Jurassic Coast.
With so many beautiful villages and seaside resorts, this list was definitely not an easy one to put together!
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10. East Portlemouth
9. Woolacombe
8. Braunton
7. Mortehoe
6. Combe Martin
5. Croyde
4. Appledore
3. Beer
2. Clovelly
1. Bigbury-on-sea
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Newton Abbot - Devon - England - 4K Virtual Walk - November 2020
Join us for a wet and windy walk around Newton Abbot, Devon, UK. In this walk we explore Newton Abbot town centre. Our walk starts on Queen Street, we walk down to Courtenay Street and Wolborough Street passing Austins Department Store and St Leonards Clock Tower. We then retrace our steps and take a look around Market Walk Shopping Centre. Our walk finishes on Albany Street.
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Here is a selection of some of our other walks you may enjoy:
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Brixham:
Teignmouth:
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Newton Abbot is a market town and civil parish on the River Teign in the Teignbridge District of Devon, England, with a population of 25,556. It grew rapidly in the Victorian era as the home of the South Devon Railway locomotive works. This later became a major steam engine shed, retained to service British Railways diesel locomotives until 1981. It now houses the Brunel industrial estate. The town has a race course nearby, the most westerly in England, and a country park, Decoy.
There has been a thriving market in Newton Abbot for over 750 years.
Newton Abbot railway station stands at the east end of Queen Street. It provides both local and long-distance train services.
The South Devon railway reached Newton Abbot in 1846, and changed it from simply a market town with associated trades (leather and wool) into an industrial base. The South Devon Railway Company opened the station on 30 December 1846. A branch to Torquay was added on 18 December 1848. Isambard Kingdom Brunel used the Teignmouth/Newton Abbot section to experiment with his atmospheric railway. The experiment failed, but the remains of Brunel's pumping house survive at Starcross and the old Dairy Crest milk processing factory in Totnes.
In medieval times Devon was an important sheep-rearing county. Many towns had their own wool and cloth industries and Newton Abbot had woollen mills, fullers, dyers, spinners, weavers and tailors. In particular, fellmongering (where wool is removed from the sheepskin) was well established in the town. The annual cloth fair was the town's busiest fair.
Associated with the woollen industry was the leather business. Hides left after the fellmongering process were made into leather. Tanners, boot and shoemakers, glovers and saddlers were all in business in Newton Abbot. As with the wool industry, business flourished over 600 years until after the Second World War.
St Leonard's Tower, Newton Abbot, popularly known as The Clock Tower, is a Grade II listed building in Newton Abbot. It was constructed in the 15th-century as part of a Gothic style church and was the site of William III's first proclamation in England (although he had not yet become king). The church was demolished in 1836 to improve traffic flows but the tower was saved by a local petition. St Leonard's Tower is approximately 60 feet in height and built of Plymouth stone. A church had sat on this site, in the centre of Newton Abbot and the meeting point of its three main streets, since 1220 and is mentioned in a surviving document of 1350. Today the tower is owned by the Newton Abbot Town Council and looked after by the Newton Abbot Museum who open it to the public for free on selected days between May and September. The tower, known locally as The Clock Tower, has been described as the most conspicuous building on Wolborough Street and the town's best known landmark. The tower also appears on the flag of Newton Abbot, adopted in 2009.
The Flag of Newton Abbot was adopted in 2009 by the town council. It depicts a stylised image of St. Leonard's Tower defacing a modified flag of Devon. Henry Cole, of Newton Abbot Town Council, stated that the green represents the moors, black for the granite and white for the clay of the surrounding area. The cross of St Petroc is also used to represent a major crossroads in the town which converged on the clock tower. The arm of the cross represent the routes to Exeter and London, Bovey Tracey and the moors, Totnes and Plymouth, and Torquay and Brixham.
Newton Abbot Racecourse is a thoroughbred horse racing venue located just north of Newton Abbot, Devon, England. The course was first established in 1866 when the 91-acre site was purchased. The main grandstand was built in 1969 and opened by the Queen Mother, while the corporate facilities were opened in 1990. In 2016 the racecourse celebrated its 150th anniversary.
Tucked into a corner of the racecourse, Newton Abbot's stock-car track flourished for nearly 30 years and attracted fans and drivers from all over the South of England.
Newton Abbot Museum displays the history of Newton Abbot and of the Great Western Railway.
Devon: Must Visit Place in England. ❤️ #mustvisit #england #travelseries
Devon is an interesting place, lovely beaches, amazing view, a refreshing break from busy life. This is a series of shorts, coming up in episodes!
Devon is a county in southwest England. It encompasses sandy beaches, fossil cliffs, medieval towns and moorland national parks. There are direct trains from London to Newton Abbot, and from there frequent bus services are available.
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newton abbot shops and streets
Shops and streets in Newton Abbot, Devon, England
Great places to walk in South Devon - National Trust
Grab your boots and get outdoors to enjoy some of the most fantastic walks around. We’ve picked some of our favourite places to walk in South Devon with the National Trust.
Best Attractions and Places to See in Totnes, United Kingdom UK
Totnes Travel Guide. MUST WATCH. Top things you have to do in Totnes . We have sorted Tourist Attractions in Totnes for You. Discover Totnes as per the Traveler Resources given by our Travel Specialists. You will not miss any fun thing to do in Totnes .
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List of Best Things to do in Totnes, United Kingdom (UK)
The Timehouse
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Totnes Rare Breeds Farm
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Places to see in ( Newton by the Sea - UK )
Places to see in ( Newton by the Sea - UK )
Newton-by-the-Sea is a civil parish in the county of Northumberland in Northern England. The parish is about 8 miles northwest of Alnwick, and lies on the coast between the larger settlements of Embleton and Seahouses.
There are two distinct settlements in the parish: High Newton-by-the-Sea (which, despite its name, is about half a mile inland) and the coastal Low Newton-by-the-Sea, owned by the National Trust. The area is notable for the diversity of birds to be observed. Just to the south is Embleton Bay.
The skeletal like ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle rear upwards in the distance along from the long stretch of sand curving around Embleton Bay. Sweetly curving beach, with its stamp-sized grassed square and white-painted fishermen’s cottages is picture postcard pretty.
( Newton by the Sea - UK ) is well know as a tourist destination because of the variety of places you can enjoy while you are visiting the city of Newton by the Sea . Through a series of videos we will try to show you recommended places to visit in Newton by the Sea - UK
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Devon and Cornwall's great scenic railways
Some of the most scenic branch lines in Britain are found in Devon and Cornwall. This highlights compilation features:
The St Ives Bay Line
(St Erth to St Ives)
A glorious coastal journey that only takes 15 minutes but is widely considered one of the most scenic railways in the country, with views of the sandy beaches and amazing turquoise sea. Upon arrival at St Ives, you're on the doorstep of one of the town's best beaches, Porthminster Beach. The town centre is an 8-10 minute walk away (step-free but steep in places). From there explore the winding streets, great restaurants and many art galleries.
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Looe Valley Line
(Liskeard to Looe)
As the train approaches Looe you are presented with some lovely estuary views, making this line a firm favourite among bird watchers. Looe itself is a classic Cornish seaside destination with harbour, narrow streets and sandy beach.
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Tamar Valley Line
(Plymouth to Gunnislake)
The lush Tamar Valley straddles the Devon-Cornwall border. On your journey you'll see the famous Royal Albert Bridge towering above, and then be off into the green countryside. A highlight is crossing the viaduct as you approach the village of Calstock - a great place to get off and sample the excellent pubs and ice cream parlour and even take a riverside walk to the National Trust property Cotehele.
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Riviera Line
(Exeter to Paignton)
This line takes you along one of the most exhilarating stretches of railway that Britain has to offer as you sweep along the coast at Dawlish and Teignmouth with the sea just a whisker away. Arrive at the resorts of the 'English Riviera' - firm favourites Torquay and Paignton.
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Tarka Line
(Exeter to Barnstaple)
Venture to North Devon for refreshing countryside walks, cosy pubs and the chance to walk or cycle the Tarka Trail. You can hire bikes at Barnstaple station, or take a bus from the station out to the picturesque Woolacombe and Ilfracombe on the coast.
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Topsham Devon - Best place to live in the South West?
Topsham Devon - Best Place to Live in the South West? (full walk around)
At the time of Filming, Topsham was voted the best place to live in the South West by the Sunday Times.
Welcome to Topsham, a charming town located in the heart of Devon, England. With its picturesque streets, historic buildings, and stunning waterfront views, Topsham is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the beauty and charm of the English countryside. Whether you're interested in exploring the town's rich history, sampling delicious local cuisine, or simply taking in the breathtaking scenery, Topsham has something for everyone. So come and discover all that this wonderful town has to offer - we can't wait to show you around!
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Our FIRST TIME in EXETER, Devon 🇬🇧 - Worth a visit?
This travel vlog is about our first time in Exeter, Devon's beautiful capital city in the southwest of England. Since Exeter is not the most popular UK destination, we decide: Is it worth a visit?
Brandon starts the day with some solo travel, tries some delicious Cornish pasties from the pastry shop Oggy Oggy, and explores the streets of this quaint little city. We meet up for a tasty pub meal at the White Hart Pub to end our first day. The second day starts with a delightful breakfast at The Boston Tea Party Exeter. After a few more hours strolling through Exeter's streets, including the narrowest street in Britain, we have a yummy seafood dinner at Rockfish Exeter.
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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
02:02 - Eating Cornish pasties from Oggy Oggy, Exeter
03:20 - Christmas Market in Exeter, England
03:28 - Pub Dinner at White Hart Pub in Exeter
04:15 - We eat the best breakfast at The Boston Tea Party Exeter, England
05:26 - We eat Vegan scones with clotted cream and jam at The Boston Tea Party Exeter
06:09 - We eat a Breakfast Muffin and Sweetcorn hash at The Boston Tea Party Exeter
08:25 - Old Exe Bridge, Exeter, Devon
09:22 - Visiting Parliament Street in Exeter, Britain's narrowest Street
10:14 - We eat a seafood dinner at Rockfish Exeter
13:33 - Impressions of Exeter, England / Outro
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Kents Cavern | Tourist Attraction in Torquay Devon | Kents Cavern Adventure
Kents Cavern is a cave system in Torquay, Devon, England. It is notable for its archaeological and geological features. The cave system is open to the public and has been a geological Site of Special Scientific Interest since 1952 and a Scheduled Ancient Monument since 1957
Totnes, Devon UK | Guided Walking Tour with Natural Sounds with captions
We hope you enjoy this 4k walk with us through Totnes, Devon, UK.
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Totnes is a former Saxon settlement on the River Dart, Devon, 22 miles (35 km) south southwest of the city of Exeter. (we have an Exeter city walk on our channel).
The steep and narrow Fore Street takes in the Eastgate arch and many of the town's historic buildings. Totnes is said to have more listed buildings per head than any other town in Britain.
Totnes is known for its New Age community and is known as a place where you can live a bohemian lifestyle.
Totnes was the first town in the UK to introduce its own local currency in 2007
It was known as the Totnes Pound. It's aim was to support local businesses.
Today Totnes outdoor market is held on Fridays and Saturdays.
Totnes railway station is situated on the Exeter to Plymouth line and has trains direct to London Paddington.
Totnes castle is one of the best preserved in Devon, It's managed by English Heritage and is a short walk from the town centre.
Totnes is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Quick look at Newton Abbot in Devon
A quick aerial view over Newton Abbot in Devon.
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TORQUAY DEVON UK | Will YOU VISIT? |
In this video, we'll share everything you need to know about Torquay, Devon UK – from its history to what to see and do in this coastal town this summer.
If you're thinking of visiting this summer, be sure to check out our video for everything you need to know about Torquay, Devon UK!
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A Walk in Stover Country Park Newton Abbot
We go for a walk in Stover Country Park which is close to Stover Caravan and Motorhome Club site. Stover Country Park is an area of woodland 2 miles north of Newton Abbot within the former grounds of Stover House.
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Places to see in ( Bovey Tracey - UK )
Places to see in ( Bovey Tracey - UK )
Bovey Tracey is a small town and civil parish in Devon, England, on the edge of Dartmoor, its proximity to which gives rise to the slogan used on the town's boundary signs, The Gateway to the Moor. It is often known locally as Bovey. It is about 10 miles south-west of Exeter and lies on the A382 road, about halfway between Newton Abbot and Moretonhampstead. The village is at the centre of the electoral ward of Bovey.
Bovey Tracey was an established Saxon community and takes its name from the River Bovey. The name first appears in Domesday Book as Bovi and possibly earlier as Buui. The town gained its second name from the de Tracey family who were lords of the manor after the Norman Conquest, and was first documented as Bovitracy in 1309.
The name of Cromwell lives on in the town today in both the public house The Cromwell Arms and the remains of a nearby stone arch, known locally (and incorrectly) as Cromwell's Arch. The arch is actually what is left of a priory that stood previously on the site of the nearby Baptist Church. Bovey railway station was opened on 26 June 1866 with the new Moretonhampstead and South Devon Railway on a site to the west of the town. It closed to passengers on 28 February 1959, but goods trains continued to operate until 6 July 1970. The town is twinned with Le Molay-Littry in Normandy.
Bovey Tracey lies in the valley of the River Bovey at the junction of the A382 road (between Newton Abbot and Moretonhampstead) and the B3387 road (Chudleigh Knighton to Haytor Vale). On the outskirts of the town are the House of Marbles, a visitor attraction on the site of the historic pottery; and the headquarters of the Dartmoor National Park Authority at Parke, a large house which is leased to the authority by the National Trust. Also nearby are a Devon Wildlife Trust nature reserve at Bovey Heath and the Haytor Granite Tramway, the route of which runs through the parish, west of the town.
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A walk around Newton Abbot, Devon
A walk around Newton Abbot, starting at the bottom of the town centre and finishing at the train station.
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Newton Abbot is a town located in the South of Devon, 26 miles north-east of Plymouth and 13 miles south of Exeter. It can be found just off the A380, the main road to Paignton and Torquay from the M5/A38 Devon Expressway. It is situated beside the River Teign, which separates Newton Abbot from neighbouring Kingsteignton.
Newton Abbot is a market town, and there have been markets here for over 750 years. Despite having its routes in the Medieval period, in both markets and the wool trade, the town grew rapidly during the 19th century. Today, it is the 7th most populated town in Devon.
The town was originally connected to Torre Abbey at the neighbouring town of Torquay, and because of this, it was named 'New Town of the Abbots'. By the start of the 14th century, this name had been shortened to 'Newton Abbot' with 'Newton' being a shortened form of 'New Town' and 'Abbot' being a shortened form of 'Abbots'. The 'of the' was, of course, removed.
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0:00 Wolborough Street
01:21 St Leonard's Clock Tower
01:51 Courtenay Street
04:31 Queen Street
07:26 Devon Square
07:45 Queen Street
08:30 St Paul's Road
09:26 Devon Square
10:31 Courtenay Park Road
11:01 Courtenay Park
13:03 Newton Abbot Train Station
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