{"id":29729,"date":"2025-11-04T17:30:15","date_gmt":"2025-11-04T17:30:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/?p=29729"},"modified":"2025-11-04T17:33:58","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T17:33:58","slug":"christmas-things-to-do-in-devon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/christmas-things-to-do-in-devon","title":{"rendered":"Christmas Events in Devon"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>Discover a winter wonderland of festive delights with our guide to the top Christmas events in Devon. Discover a myriad of magical Christmas activities, food, pantomimes and more, from carols to traditional icy sea swims (Christmas hats included!).<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>This natural playground offers a perfect holiday escape for all the family, including four-legged friends.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking for Christmas events in South Devon? Use our quick links below to navigate the content, or read on for the full lowdown\u2026<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#events\">Christmas events in South Devon<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#lights\">Christmas lights in Devon<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#shows\">Christmas shows and pantomimes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#grottos\">Best Santa\u2019s Grottos in Devon<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#markets\">Christmas markets and shopping<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#outdoor\">Outdoor Christmas activities in Devon<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#lunch\">Christmas Day lunch in Devon<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#cottages\">Christmas holiday cottages in South Devon<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"events\">Christmas events in South Devon<\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-31781 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/11\/Christmas-carols.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas things to do in South Devon - Christmas carols\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p>South Devon positively thrives through the Christmas period, and the region is brimming with festive cheer and activities. From stunning light trails and glorious carols to Christmas workshops and pretty markets, there really are plenty of things to do this Christmas in South Devon. Here are a few of our favourite Christmas events:<\/p>\n<h3>Christmas at The House of Marbles<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>The Old Pottery, Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey, TQ13 9DS<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DO-uIChAZpD\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DO-uIChAZpD\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by House of Marbles (@houseofmarbles)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\nFeeling crafty this Christmas? The <a href=\"https:\/\/visit.houseofmarbles.com\/christmas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">House of Marbles<\/a> hosts a seasonal selection of craft workshops, late-night shopping events, and a Christmas feast, as well as Santa\u2019s Grotto, where the little ones (and the little four-legged ones) can meet Santa and Santa Paws.<\/p>\n<h3>Festive Fun at National Trust Coleton Fishacre<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Address:<\/strong> Brownstone Rd, Kingswear, Dartmouth, TQ6 0EQ<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationaltrust.org.uk\/visit\/devon\/coleton-fishacre\/christmas-at-coleton-fishacre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Coleton Fishacre<\/a> turned 100 years old in 2025, so to celebrate they are putting on a festive celebration that will take you back to the Roaring Twenties. Enjoy the Christmas decorations, learn to do the Charleston and dance like it&#8217;s 1925, and get into the festive spirit with markets, food, and coastal walks.<\/p>\n<h3>Plymouth\u2019s Winter Wonderland<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Address:<\/strong> Plymouth Central Park, PL2 3DG<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DQUjz81COab\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DQUjz81COab\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Plymouth&#8217;s Winter Wonderland (@plymwinterwonderland)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\nLooking for one of the biggest Christmas events in Devon? Head to Plymouth\u2019s Central Park where their annual winter celebration turns Britain\u2019s Ocean City into a <a href=\"https:\/\/plymwinterwonderland.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Winter Wonderland<\/a>. Put on your skates and enjoy a night on the ice, take a journey through the North Pole in Santa\u2019s Grotto, and listen to your favourite Christmas songs with live music.<\/p>\n<h3>Christmas at Paignton Zoo<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Address:<\/strong> Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EU<\/p>\n<p>Every year, Paignton Zoo hosts a spectacular line-up of seasonal events. From after-dark light illuminations to visits from the main man himself, Santa. This year is no different &#8211; see all your favourite animals and more with <a href=\"https:\/\/paigntonzoo.org.uk\/events\/christmas-at-the-zoo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Christmas events at Paignton Zoo<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Christmas at the Castle<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Address:<\/strong> Powderham Castle, Kenton, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8JQ<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DOETboPikgJ\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DOETboPikgJ\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Powderham (@powderhamcastle)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\nIt\u2019s already that time of the year when you need to start thinking about Christmas, and if you\u2019re visiting South Devon, nothing is more special than a trip to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.powderham.co.uk\/christmas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Powderham Castle<\/a>. This year, expect to see the castle and grounds transformed with sparkling lights, festive displays and workshops, and the sounds and smells of Christmas.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"lights\">Christmas lights in Devon<\/h2>\n<p>Come December, you will find Devon awash with star studded light trails like you\u2019ve never seen before. Here are our must-see Christmas lights in South Devon:<\/p>\n<h3>Zooluminate at Dartmoor Zoo<\/h3>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DQZzvuAjaYR\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DQZzvuAjaYR\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Dartmoor Zoo (@dartmoorzoo)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> Sparkwell, Plymouth, Devon, PL7 5DG<\/p>\n<p>Back by popular demand, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dartmoorzoo.org.uk\/events\/zooluminate-25\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Zooluminate<\/a> returns to Dartmoor Zoo. Get a free hot drink of your choice and a mince pie included in every ticket. Enjoy a wintery walk as your spot your favourite animals and their incredible light illuminations. Don\u2019t forget to stop off at Santa\u2019s grotto to tell him what you want for Christmas this year.<\/p>\n<p>Do bear in mind that Santa\u2019s Grotto is not included in standard admission, tickets must be booked separately and in advance. Check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dartmoorzoo.org.uk\/events\/zooluminate-25\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dartmoor Zoo website<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n<h3>The Christmas Train of Lights<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Address:<\/strong> Dartmouth Steam Railway (Paignton Station), Queen&#8217;s Park Rd, Paignton TQ4 6AF<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DOtSYAFDMLI\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DOtSYAFDMLI\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Dartmouth Steam Railway (@dartmouth_steam_railway)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\nHosted by Dartmouth Steam Railway, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dartmouthrailriver.co.uk\/tickets\/christmas-train-of-lights\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Christmas Train of Lights<\/a> is a multi award winning Christmas experience not to be missed. Starting in Paignton, you\u2019ll be taken on a magical journey through an enchanted forest filled with light illuminations and fantastical stories. It\u2019s a train journey the whole family will enjoy.<\/p>\n<h3>English Rivieria Bay of Lights<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Address:<\/strong> Torquay, Paignton, and Brixham<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DQaDt8KDKhj\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DQaDt8KDKhj\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by The English Riviera (@myriviera)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\nThe English Rivieria <a href=\"https:\/\/illuminationtrail.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bay of Lights<\/a> returns for another spectacular year. This Christmas event in Devon runs from 28th November to 2nd January and takes you on a breathtaking 1.5 mile light illumination trail from Torre Abbey to Torquay Harbour. Discover 19 different displays including pixel Christmas Trees.<\/p>\n<h3>Christmas Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Address:<\/strong> Hampton Avenue, Babbacombe, Torquay, TQ1 3LA<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DO9DwwvjN0T\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DO9DwwvjN0T\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Babbacombe Model Village (@babbacombemodelvillage)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\nCelebrate the festive season on a miniature scale with <a href=\"https:\/\/model-village.co.uk\/illuminations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Christmas at Babbacombe Model Village<\/a>. Enjoy their famous light illuminations, miniature Christmas displays, and spot the hidden elves and Santas dotted about the village.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"shows\">Christmas shows and pantomimes<\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DEVIt3MpyP8\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DEVIt3MpyP8\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Princess Theatre Torquay (@princesstheatretorquay)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\nA Christmas panto is a classic festive activity that is perfect for all the family. Here are our favourite Christmas shows and pantomimes happening in and around South Devon this Christmas, so book your panto tickets pronto &#8211; you won\u2019t be disappointed!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/stiltskin.org.uk\/#!\/CHRISTMAS-2025\/c\/190077638\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Christmas shows at The Soapbox Children\u2019s Theatre, Plymouth<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.torquay-theatre.co.uk\/shows\/princess-theatre-torquay\/sleeping-beauty\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sleeping Beauty at Princess Theatre, Torquay<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/theatreroyal.com\/whats-on\/dick-whittington\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dick Whittington at Theatre Royal Plymouth<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk\/shows\/robinson-crusoe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Robinson Crusoe and the Pirates at the Palace Theatre, Paignton<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"grottos\">Best Santa\u2019s Grottos in Devon<\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DPeBQxAjFix\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DPeBQxAjFix\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Pennywell Farm (@pennywellfarm)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\nNo Christmas break is complete without seeing Santa and South Devon has some of the best Santa\u2019s Grottos in Devon. Here are our top three picks:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pennywellfarm.co.uk\/pages\/buy-christmas-nativity-tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pennywell Farm<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southdevonrailway.co.uk\/event\/the-polar-express-train-ride-at-south-devon-railway\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Polar Express at South Devon Railway<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.woodlandspark.com\/events\/enchanting-christmas-grotto-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Woodlands Theme Park<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/marldonchristmastrees.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Marldon Christmas Tree Farm<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Check out our blog on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/where-to-see-santa-in-devon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Where to See Santa this Christmas<\/a> for more places where you and your little ones can meet the main man himself.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"markets\">Christmas markets and shopping in South Devon<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-34948\" src=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2022\/12\/South-Devon-Chilli-Farm.jpg\" alt=\"South Devon Chilli Farm - Christmas Gifts made in Devon\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p>South Devon is an independent retailer\u2019s powerhouse, so when it comes to choosing where to carry out a spot of Christmas shopping, you\u2019re well and truly spoilt for choice.<\/p>\n<p>The towns of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/salcombe.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Salcombe<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/dartmouth.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dartmouth<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/kingsbridge.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kingsbridge<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/totnes-holiday-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Totnes<\/a> are jam-packed with boutique stores selling a wide range of gifts from locally made clotted cream fudge to personalised clutch bags. Regardless of what\u2019s on your shopping list, you won\u2019t be disappointed.<\/p>\n<p>Looking for a larger city with more chain stores and late night shopping options? Head to Exeter or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/plymouth-guide-devon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Plymouth<\/a>. Should you want to shop from the comfort of your cottage then look no further, because we\u2019ve curated the ultimate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/south-devon-christmas-gift-ideas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">South Devon Christmas gift ideas guide<\/a> to help you find something extra special for your loved ones.<\/p>\n<h3>Christmas markets in South Devon<\/h3>\n<p>When visiting the region this festive season, you can\u2019t miss out on a Christmas market. South Devon is home to a wealth of popular options throughout December, on both a small and large scale. Here are our top picks:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk\/events\/exeter-cathedral-christmas-market\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitplymouth.co.uk\/whats-on\/plymouth-christmas-market-p2118903\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Plymouth Christmas Market<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.buckfast.org.uk\/events\/christmas-market-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buckfast Abbey Christmas Market<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.brixhamtowncouncil.gov.uk\/council_events\/christmas-market\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Brixham Christmas Market<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Looking for more Christmas Markets in South Devon? Read our comprehensive guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/christmas-markets-in-south-devon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Christmas markets in South Devon<\/a> for the full lowdown.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"outdoor\">Outdoor Christmas activities in South Devon<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-29742 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2020\/12\/Christmas-things-to-do-in-Devon-Christmas-day-walk.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas things to do in South Devon - Christmas day walk\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Although many people associate the great British outdoors with long and balmy summer days, the South Devon coast and countryside is equally as popular during the winter months, especially with visitors who want to make the most of fewer crowds, emptier beaches, and stunning scenery.<\/p>\n<p>In typical British fashion, at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Coast &amp; Country Cottages<\/a> we believe there is no such thing as bad weather, just the wrong clothes! So, wrap up warm, don your wellies and join in the fun, the options really are extensive\u2026<\/p>\n<h3>Christmas and Boxing Day Swims<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-36986\" src=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2023\/12\/Christmas-Day-swim-in-South-Devon-at-Bantham.jpg\" alt=\"Bantham beach on a grey winter's day, with clouds in the sky and rough waves.\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Trade your cosy winter PJs for a swimsuit and celebrate Christmas Day the South Devon way: with a chilly plunge into the sea. This local tradition has long been the perfect post-breakfast activity to work up an appetite for the rest of the day\u2019s festivities. So if you\u2019re keen to take the plunge, read about our favourite beaches for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/christmas-day-swim-in-south-devon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Christmas Day swim in South Devon<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, the crisp water isn\u2019t just for Christmas! If you\u2019re a keen swimmer, you can enjoy the stunning scenery and refreshing water year-round. To discover more locations, read our blog post on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wild-swimming-in-south-devon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">local wild swimming spots<\/a> to find some of our top picks for a swim in any season.<\/p>\n<h3>Christmas walks in Devon<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-29741\" src=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2020\/12\/Christmas-things-to-do-in-Devon-Gara-Rock-beach-walk.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas things to do in Devon - Gara Rock beach\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If taking a plunge into the icy seas sounds a bit too adventurous, a crisp winter walk is a fantastic alternative.<\/p>\n<p>South Devon is a walker&#8217;s paradise, home to a wealth of crisscrossing routes that take in everything from breathtaking coastal paths and woodland trails to rolling countryside. As a designated National Landscape, this region is brimming with wildlife, historical landmarks, and secluded spots just waiting to be explored.<\/p>\n<p>Winter is an ideal time to explore the area on foot. You&#8217;ll not only escape the summer crowds, but also significantly boost your mood and soak up some much-needed vitamin D. With so many options available, choosing a route can be tough! To get started, check out our general guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/walks-in-south-devon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">walks in South Devon<\/a> or our favourite <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/dartmoor-walks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dartmoor walks<\/a> for inspiration.<\/p>\n<h3>Winter Watersports<\/h3>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-32238\" src=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2022\/02\/Surf-at-Bantham.jpg\" alt=\"Surfing at Bantham\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>Watersport enthusiasts in particular tend to use the winter period to maximise the quieter waters. You can often spectate (or join!) individuals <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/surfing-south-devon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">surfing<\/a>, sailing and kite surfing when conditions allow.<\/p>\n<p>In calmer conditions, both adults and children enjoy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/stand-up-paddleboarding-in-south-devon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">paddleboarding<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/kayaking-in-south-devon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">kayaking<\/a>. Just be sure to wrap up warm, bobble hats being the essential item! The ultimate natural playground when it comes to watersports, read our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/things-to-do-south-devon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">things to do in South Devon<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n<h3>Best Winter Beaches in South Devon<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-32245\" src=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2022\/02\/Wembury-beach.jpg\" alt=\"Wembury beach\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p>South Devon\u2019s coastline is extensive and varied, and you will find a wide range of beaches to enjoy this winter. Here are a few of our favourites:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/bantham-beach-south-devon-beach-bible\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bantham Beach<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/slapton-sands-south-devon-beach-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Slapton Sands<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/hallsands-south-devon-beach-bible\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hallsands<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/beesands-beach-south-devon-beach-bible\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Beesands<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/mattiscombe-beach\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mattiscombe Beach<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/gara-rock-beach-seacombe-sands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gara Rock Beach<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/bigbury-on-sea-south-devon-beach-bible\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bigbury-on-Sea Beach<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you are hankering after a more private Christmas beach celebration, then find your way to one of the few <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/secret-devon-beaches\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">secret Devon beaches<\/a> \u2013 but shhhh, don\u2019t tell a soul!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"lunch\">Christmas Day Lunch in Devon<\/h2>\n<p>South Devon has a fantastic reputation for sumptuous food, so it comes as no surprise that the festive season is heavily focused on decadent dining. Geographically, with a long stretch of coastline backed by thriving agricultural farmland, the region is perfectly placed for producing an abundance of year-round food.<\/p>\n<h3>Christmas Day lunch hampers<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-31782\" src=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/11\/Christmas-hamper.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas hamper\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you want to hunker down and enjoy Christmas Day Lunch in the comfort of your holiday cottage, then order a luxurious food hamper, delivered straight to your door.<\/p>\n<p>With so much food on offer, it can be difficult to know where to shop first, so to help you navigate the South Devon food scene, some of our absolute favourite hampers include <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aunevalleymeat.co.uk\/product-category\/gifts-vouchers-hampers\/hampers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Aune Valley<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/bensfarmshop.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ben\u2019s Farm Shop<\/a>, Lloyd Maunder Butcher and Deli, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.delimann.co.uk\/product-category\/our-hampers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Delimann<\/a>. As you would expect, the hampers are meticulously curated and jam-packed with goodies.<\/p>\n<h3>Eating out on Christmas Day<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-36989\" src=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2023\/12\/Christmas-Dinner-Table.jpg\" alt=\"Table laid for Christmas Dinner with glasses, plates, napkins and candles, and a decorated Christmas tree in the background\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Pubs in South Devon are very much open, even on Christmas Day, making for a great opportunity to share some festive cheer amongst friends both old and new. Our festive favourites include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sevenstarskingsbridge.com\/event\/christmas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Seven Stars, Kingsbridge<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.steampacketinn.co.uk\/christmas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Steam Packet Inn, Totnes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/oldmarkethousebrixham.co.uk\/christmas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Old Market House, Brixham<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Check out our blog on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/pubs-open-on-christmas-day-in-south-devon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">which pubs are open on Christmas Day<\/a> for more inspiration.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you want to hunker down in the gentle folds of the countryside or be beside the sea, you\u2019ll be absolutely spoilt for choice.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"cottages\">Christmas holiday cottages in South Devon<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-33630\" src=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/11\/Christmas-holiday-cottage-in-South-Devon.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas holiday cottage in South Devon\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p>There are plenty of Christmas events in South Devon to keep you and your loved ones busy when visiting the region this festive season. At Coast and Country Cottages, we offer a diverse range of independently owned self-catering cottages, providing the perfect base for couples, groups, and families seeking a truly magical Christmas break.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you want to stay in a secluded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/coastal-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">coastal cottage<\/a>, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/couples-breaks-devon.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">romantic bolthole<\/a> for two, or a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/dog-friendly-holidays-in-devon.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dog-friendly property<\/a> with enclosed gardens, there\u2019s something here for everyone.<\/p>\n<p>From the seaside towns of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/salcombe.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Salcombe<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/dartmouth.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dartmouth<\/a> to the quaint villages of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/hope-cove.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hope Cove<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/thurlestone-holiday-homes.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Thurlestone<\/a>, we\u2019re certain you\u2019ll find something to suit. Wherever you choose to spend it, be sure to deck the halls with holly and gather together for stories, laughter, and silly games.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"in-copy-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.coastandcountry.co.uk\/christmas-cottages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Book your Christmas break in South Devon today<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover a winter wonderland of festive delights with our guide to the top Christmas events in Devon. Discover a myriad of magical Christmas activities, food, pantomimes and more, from carols to traditional icy sea swims (Christmas hats included!). This natural playground offers a perfect holiday escape for all the family, including four-legged friends. 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