Immerse yourself in the rich history and heritage of Devon with a weekend visit to some of its most captivating sites. Discover the ancient grandeur of Powderham Castle, where history comes alive through its stunning architecture and beautiful gardens. Step back in time at Exeter Cathedral, a marvel of Gothic design with over 900 years of history. Explore the charming Buckfast Abbey, renowned for its serene atmosphere and monastic community. For a taste of local history, visit the Teign Heritage Centre, where fascinating exhibits and artifacts showcase the area’s vibrant past. Delve into Devon’s storied past and make your weekend truly memorable by exploring these and other remarkable heritage sites.
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Bygones Victorian Museum
Bygones Victorian Museum, located on Torquay’s seafront, is a wonderfully immersive attraction that brings the Victorian and Edwardian eras to life. Spread across several historic buildings – including a traditional…
- Location: Torquay (St Marychurch)
- Admission: Paid
- Parking: Paid
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Phone: 01803 326108
- Postcode: TQ3 3LF
Royal William Yard
Royal William Yard is one of Plymouth’s most impressive waterfront destinations, blending grand maritime history with a vibrant modern atmosphere. Originally built in the early 19th century as a Royal…
- Location: Plymouth
- Admission: Free
- Parking: Paid
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Phone: 01752 600533
- Postcode: PL1 3RP
RAMM (Exeter)
The Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM) is one of Exeter’s finest cultural attractions, offering a rich and varied experience in the heart of the city. Housed in…
- Location: Exeter
- Admission: Free
- Parking: Paid
- Wheelchair Access: Yes
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Phone: 01392 265858
- Postcode: EX4 3RX
Plymouth Gin Distillery
Plymouth Gin Distillery (Blackfriars Distillery) is one of Plymouth’s most fascinating visitor attractions, blending centuries of history with the art of gin making right in the heart of the historic…
- Location: Plymouth
- Admission: Paid
- Parking: Paid
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Phone: 01752 665292
- Postcode: PL1 2LZ
Totnes Castle
Totnes Castle is a striking Norman motte-and-bailey castle overlooking the historic market town of Totnes. Managed by English Heritage, the castle dates back to the 11th century and offers visitors…
- Location: Totnes
- Admission: Paid
- Parking: Paid
- Wheelchair Access: Partial
- Rainy Day Friendly: No
- Phone: 01803 864406
- Postcode: TQ9 5NU
Golden Hind Museum Ship
Golden Hind Museum Ship is a standout historic attraction moored on the picturesque quayside in Brixham Harbour – a must-visit for tourists interested in maritime history and adventure on the…
- Location: Brixham
- Admission: Paid
- Parking: Paid
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Phone: 01803 856223
- Postcode: TQ5 8AW
Dartmouth Castle
Dartmouth Castle is a striking coastal fortress guarding the entrance to the River Dart, with a history spanning over 600 years. Managed by English Heritage, the castle was built to…
- Location: Dartmouth
- Admission: Paid
- Parking: Paid
- Wheelchair Access: Partial
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Phone: 01803 834445
- Postcode: TQ6 0JN
Cockington Court & Country Park
Cockington Court & Country Park is one of Devon’s most charming heritage destinations, offering a delightful combination of history, crafts and natural beauty near the seaside town of Torquay. Set…
- Location: Cockington (Torquay)
- Admission: Free
- Parking: Paid
- Wheelchair Access: Yes
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Phone: 01803 607230
- Postcode: TQ2 6XA
Berry Pomeroy Castle
Berry Pomeroy Castle is one of Devon’s most atmospheric historic sites, set deep within a wooded valley near Totnes. Managed by English Heritage, the castle dates back to the 15th…
- Location: Berry Pomeroy (near Totnes)
- Admission: Paid
- Parking: Free
- Wheelchair Access: Partial
- Rainy Day Friendly: No
- Phone: 01803 866618
- Postcode: TQ9 6LJ
Dartmouth Museum
Dartmouth Museum offers a fascinating insight into the rich maritime history of one of Devon’s most historic port towns. Housed in a series of atmospheric buildings near the waterfront, the…
- Location: Dartmouth
- Admission: Paid
- Parking: Paid
- Wheelchair Access: No
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Phone: 01803 832923
- Postcode: TQ6 9PZ
Dartington Hall & Gardens
Dartington Hall and Gardens form a unique cultural and historic estate set within beautiful countryside near Totnes. At its heart is Dartington Hall, a striking medieval great hall dating back…
- Location: Dartington (near Totnes)
- Admission: Free
- Parking: Free
- Wheelchair Access: Yes
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Phone: 01803 847000
- Postcode: TQ9 6EL
Brixham Heritage Museum
Brixham Heritage Museum offers an engaging insight into the rich maritime and social history of this historic fishing town. Located close to the harbour, the museum tells the story of…
- Location: Brixham
- Admission: Free
- Parking: Paid
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Phone: 01803 856267
- Postcode: TQ5 8LZ
Torquay Museum
Torquay Museum is one of the English Riviera’s most engaging cultural attractions, offering a fascinating journey through millions of years of history. Located close to the town centre, the museum…
- Location: Torquay
- Admission: Paid
- Parking: Paid
- Wheelchair Access: Yes
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Phone: 01803 293975
- Postcode: TQ1 1DG
Sandridge Barton (Sharpham Wine)
Nestled in the beautiful South Devon National Landscape near Stoke Gabriel and the River Dart, Sandridge Barton is the new home of the renowned Sharpham Wine estate – a winery…
- Location: Stoke Gabriel / Totnes
- Admission: Paid
- Parking: Free
- Wheelchair Access: Yes
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Phone: 01803 732203
- Postcode: TQ9 7UT
Coleton Fishacre
Coleton Fishacre is a stunning National Trust property near Kingswear, celebrated for its elegant Arts and Crafts house and beautifully designed gardens. Built in the 1920s as a country retreat,…
- Location: Kingswear
- Admission: Paid
- Parking: Paid
- Wheelchair Access: Partial
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Phone: 01803 842382
- Postcode: TQ6 0EQ
Buckland Abbey
Buckland Abbey is a remarkable National Trust property set on the edge of Dartmoor, combining medieval architecture, maritime history and peaceful countryside. Originally built as a Cistercian monastery in the…
- Location: Yelverton
- Admission: Paid
- Parking: Paid
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Phone: 01822 853607
- Postcode: PL20 6EY
Exeter Cathedral
Exeter Cathedral is one of Devon’s most impressive and historically rich landmarks, standing at the heart of the city for over 900 years. Renowned for its striking Gothic architecture, the…
- Location: Exeter
- Admission: Paid
- Parking: Paid
- Wheelchair Access: Yes
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Phone: 01392 255573
- Postcode: EX1 1HS
Smeaton’s Tower
Smeaton’s Tower is one of Plymouth’s most recognisable landmarks, standing proudly on Plymouth Hoe with commanding views across Plymouth Sound. Originally built as a lighthouse on the Eddystone Rocks in…
- Location: Plymouth
- Admission: Paid
- Parking: Paid
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Postcode: PL1 2PA
Exeter Underground Passages
Exeter’s Underground Passages offer a fascinating glimpse beneath the city streets, revealing a hidden side of Exeter’s history that many visitors never see. Built in the medieval period to house…
- Location: Exeter
- Admission: Paid
- Parking: Paid
- Wheelchair Access: Partial
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Phone: 01392 665887
- Postcode: EX4 3RX
Torre Abbey
Torre Abbey is one of Torquay’s most important historic attractions, offering visitors a rich blend of history, art and peaceful gardens. Founded in the 12th century as a Premonstratensian monastery,…
- Location: Torquay
- Admission: Paid
- Parking: Paid
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Phone: 01803 293593
- Postcode: TQ2 5JE
The Box (Plymouth)
The Box is Plymouth’s flagship cultural attraction, bringing together history, art and science in one striking, modern building. Located in the city centre, it combines several important collections – including…
- Location: Plymouth
- Admission: Free
- Parking: Paid
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Phone: 01752 304774
- Postcode: PL4 8AX
South Devon Railway
The South Devon Railway offers a nostalgic journey through the beautiful River Dart valley, running heritage steam and diesel trains between Buckfastleigh and Totnes. This much-loved attraction allows visitors to…
- Location: Buckfastleigh/Totnes
- Admission: Paid
- Parking: Free
- Wheelchair Access: Yes
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Phone: 01364 644370
- Postcode: TQ11 0DZ
Overbeck’s Garden
Overbeck’s Garden is a beautifully secluded National Trust garden overlooking Salcombe Estuary, offering visitors a peaceful escape with exceptional coastal views. Once the home of inventor Otto Overbeck, the garden…
- Location: Salcombe
- Admission: Paid
- Parking: Paid
- Wheelchair Access: Partial
- Rainy Day Friendly: No
- Phone: 01548 842893
- Postcode: TQ8 8LW
Compton Castle
Compton Castle is a beautifully preserved medieval manor house tucked away in the South Devon countryside near Marldon. Managed by the National Trust, the castle dates back to the late…
- Location: Marldon (near Paignton)
- Admission: Paid
- Parking: Free
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Phone: 01803 661906
- Postcode: TQ3 1TA
Start Point Lighthouse
Start Point Lighthouse is a striking coastal landmark standing at the southernmost tip of Devon, where the English Channel meets the open sea. Managed by Trinity House, the lighthouse has…
- Location: Near Kingsbridge
- Admission: Paid
- Parking: Paid
- Wheelchair Access: No
- Rainy Day Friendly: Yes
- Phone: 01803 771802
- Postcode: TQ7 2ET
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