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Visit South Devon: Red Arrows will fly at Dartmouth Royal Regatta

Friday, August 20, 2010 10:41 No Comments

Visitors to this year’s Dartmouth Royal Regatta will be delighted to hear that, contrary to recent rumours in the local and national press, the Red Arrows will be making an appearance.
There were health and safety concerns over buildings damaged by a fire in the town back in May 2010. However, the arrival of scaffolding has secured the buildings effectively, [...]

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Holiday in Devon: things to do this summer

Wednesday, August 4, 2010 10:55 No Comments

Although there’s always plenty going on in Devon, and you’ll never be stuck for things to do, it is nice to have a few options, such as those listed below:
Plymouth Summer Festival
Plymouth’s Summer Festival offers an exciting programme of events right across the summer holidays including:
4 August - National Play day event
Taking place on West [...]

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Devon holidays: free entertainment ideas for families

Monday, July 19, 2010 21:27 No Comments

The whole of the West Country offers a wealth of possibilities to tourists and families looking for a great summer getaway and, if you get lucky with the weather, there’s no better place to spend your summer holiday.
Ok, so I may be a little biased as I have very fond childhood memories of family holidays [...]

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Uncertainty about holidays abroad could mean boost for Devon tourism

Thursday, April 22, 2010 18:44 No Comments

Tourists worried about booking flights for holidays abroad this summer could bring a welcome boost for Devon tourism, according to Visit Devon.
The voice of tourism in the county, Visit Devon says that the combination of the travel crisis caused by the Icelandic volcanic ash cloud and the current good weather in Devon has led to [...]

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Visit Devon launches holiday at home campaign for locals

Wednesday, June 3, 2009 12:24 No Comments

There’s has been great emphasis on holidaying in the UK this year, however, one tourist board is taking it a step further.
Visit Devon has launched a local marketing campaign to urge people living in Devon and the South West of England to take a holiday at home, in Devon.
Working in conjunction with Devon County Council, [...]

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