For those looking for a family break this Whitsun, the South Hams, the Southernmost tip of Devon is the perfect holiday destination. Enjoy traditional past times such as kite flying on the beach or crabbing on the quayside with the children, or why not visit one of the all weather family attractions for an action packed day out? With so much to do for visitors of all ages, this Area of Outst...Read more >
Looking for a fun family outing during the Easter break? Why not explore Dartmouth Castle…at night! A special family ghost tour, led by historical characters, is taking place in the evening on Thursday 29th March. Uncover the secrets of the castle and explore its maze of passages, being careful not to encounter any ghosts along the way – you never know what you might see! Visit www.engli...Read more >
This weekend is Sport Relief, a national fundraising event to provide support for people living in difficult circumstances both here in the UK and across the world. Taking place from Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th March, there are events across the country – including South Devon. Kingsbridge is hosting a Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile on Sunday 25th March. Whether you are holidaying in the a...Read more >
Looking for a larger property for your family holiday this Summer? The weeks commencing 27th July and 3rd August are now available at Kirkdale, a contemporary property sleeping up to 11 people in the pretty coastal village of Thurlestone, South Devon. Built in 2009, the property provides an excellent standard of accommodation for groups looking for a luxury self-catering property in this Are...Read more >
The official street route of the Olympic Torch relay has now been revealed, detailing the precise path the iconic torch will take. The course will take the Olympic Flame within 10 miles of 95% of people in the UK. For those in South Devon, there will certainly be plenty of opportunity to see the torch as it travels through the area! The flame will arrive in the South Hams on 20th May, passing thr...Read more >
With the Olympics and the Diamond Jubilee taking place this year, the UK has never been a more exciting holiday destination. For those looking to book a Whitsun break at home for 2012, South Devon - with its dramatic coastline, stunning scenery and culinary delights - is a fabulous place to celebrate all things British. Make the most of the two bank holidays on 4th and 5th June, and take a family...Read more >
Mothering Sunday is under a week away, and for those yet to organise a gift for their Mum, Coast & Country Cottages have the perfect solution! Why not club together with siblings, and buy some holiday gift vouchers. Available to any value, your Mum can then book a break in a Coast & Country Cottages self-catering holiday property of her choice, at a time that suits her best. Whether she wo...Read more >
Tomorrow marks the start of the VisitEngland English Tourism Week 2012! This year is a fabulous year for British tourism, with exciting events like the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee taking place. The excitement doesn’t stop with events in London either – South Devon is this year playing host to two major sporting events in the historic mari...Read more >
In celebration of VisitEngland’s ‘Holidays at Home are Great’ campaign, Coast & Country Cottages are delighted to offer a fantastic promotional code for those yet to book their Summer 2012 holiday. The code GREAT2012 entitles customers to £20.12 off their week long* stay this July or August, as well as a free Riverford Organic Holiday Box filled with seasonal British produc...Read more >
The RockFish restaurant in Dartmouth is holding a fabulous Fruit de Mer & Muscadet Party on Thursday 22nd March. Guests can expect shellfish galore, with platters of crab, lobster, crevettes, and oysters – plus Muscadet and Brittany Cider. It will be a great night not to be missed! The price is £60 per person and includes ½ a bottle of Muscadet. For more information visit www.ro...Read more >