Devon has long sandy beaches, and very picturesque interior, with landscapes of moorland, hills and valleys. There are approximately 1.1 million people living in Devon. The county has a relatively low population density in comparison to other regions in England.
Devon should be a must on your bucket list. We spent a few days exploring all of the beautiful sites, keep reading to find out what to do when visiting.
With unspoilt coast and countryside all around, the landscape of South Devon is the perfect backdrop for a relaxing escape.
Cranch's Sweetshop - Opened in 1869 by Mrs Cranch and her three daughters- Charlotte, Isabel, and Gladys.
Salcombe
Salcombe, in Devon is the perfect place for water sports, whether it is sailing, kayaking, surfing or paddle boarding, you will certainly want to get in the crystal blue waters.
Salcombe town is lined with boutique shops, high street brands and independent producers, as well as local art galleries and gift shops. Some of the best restaurants and bars are located in Salcombe, serving locally caught fresh seafood and locally farmed produce. Salcombe have delicious Dairy Ice-cream and the award winning Salcombe Gin. Be sure to try these when visiting.
Traditional Luxury Ice cream.
The Salcombe Distilling Co. was started in 2014 by Howard Davis and Angus Lugsdin and sold its first bottle of Salcombe Gin Start Point two years later.
Facts about Devon:
Devon gets its name from the word Dumnonia, the area was once home to the Dumnonni Celts during the British Iron Age and Roman Britain.
Devon is known for an assortment of things such as its amazing coastline, beautiful beaches and the Devonshire cream tea, all making it a popular holiday destination.
Devon is the only county in England that has two National Parks and the only county in the UK to have a non-continuous coastline on both the north and south.
Pasties were invented in Devon. In 2006 the oldest recorded recipe for the pasty was discovered in a Devon book, which dates back 500 years.
The first Jack Wills store is located in Salcombe, Peter Williams and Robert Shaw founded the brand in 1999. Williams was 23 when the first store opened.
Harbour Beach Club & Hotel and Salcombe Harbour Hotel & Spa are great places to stay when visiting Salcombe.
Crab Shed - Offers delicious fresh, locally sourced seafood. with a relaxed, quayside dining environment in the heart of Salcombe on Devon's beautiful south coast.
The Bake House - the place to go for delicious baked goods.