Cultural Breaks in the Heart of Devon
Head to the Heart of Devon to enjoy the buzzing city scene of Exeter, traditional rural crafts and the Jurassic Coast UNESCO World Heritage Site. There is plenty to see and do, award winning places to dine and a packed calendar of cultural events..... you'll love it here!
Over 2,000 years of history is displayed in the many heritage attractions in Exeter. Visit Exeter Cathedral to see the longest stretch of unbroken gothic vaulting in the world, or explore beneath the city's streets at Exeter's Underground Passages, the only attraction of their kind open to the public in Britain! Free guided tours exploring Exeter's modern and historic heritage run daily with the Red Coat Guides. The Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery re-opened on 15 December 2011, with stunning displays and prestigious loans and exhibitions from national partners.
Just 10 miles from Exeter is the start of the Jurassic Coast, desig
nated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for its geology stretching back over 250 million years. This unique landscape includes striking features such as the startling rich red and burnt orange Triassic rock of Exmouth's cliffs, unique quartzite pebbles at Budleigh Salterton and the dramatic red rock stacks at Ladram Bay. The Jurassic Coast Earth Festival (4 May - 9 September 2012) brings together an exciting 4 month programme of events, activities and exhibitions across the 95 mile Jurassic coastline. Visit Haldon Forest Park just south of Exeter to enjoy walking and cycling trails, with fantastic views across the city.
The Heart of Devon hosts a packed calendar of events throughout the year, including exhibtions, live music and craft festivals, theatre and family events.
Banish the winter blues at Exeter's Laugh Out Loud Comedy Festival, from 19 January - 12 February 2012, or enjoy animated films from all over the world at the Animated Exeter festival, from 11 - 19 February at venues across the city. The Vibraphonic music festival returns to Exeter from 9 - 24 March. To indulge in the best Devon has to offer, visit the Devon County Show from 17 - 19 May, a highlight in the county's cultural calendar! Visit our what's on page to find more events in the Heart of Devon.
Made up of many miles of lush farmland and coastline, award winning places to eat in the Heart of Devon feature locally produced food and wines on their menus. Why not indulge in a traditional Devon cream tea! Regular farmers markets in Exeter and the Heart of Devon mean you can try and buy local produce direct from the farmers. Brush up on your cookery skills or learn something new at Ashburton Cookery School, recently voted Best Cookery School for Skills by BBC Good Food Magazine.
The Heart of Devon has something to offer all ages and interests, so why not visit us this summer for a cultural break. There is plenty of quality accommodation in the Heart of Devon - get away from it all and enjoy a leisure break at the Two Bridges Hotel on Dartmoor, or enjoy city centre luxury at the Grade II Southernhay House in Exeter. Why not take advantage of one of our special offers or late deals?
Thank you to everyone who entered our competition to win a weekend break at Woodbury Park Hotel & Golf Club and congratulations to the lucky winners from Southampton who gave the correct answer of Exeter, which is the city in the Heart of Devon! Please keep a look out on this website for exciting competitions in the near future.
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