subject: The Top Five Things To Do In Devon [print this page] Devon is a fantastic county with a variety of different activities available for both families and individuals who are looking for a fantastic break away from the city grind. Here is a list of the top five things to do whilst you are on holiday in Devon.
South Devon Railway
This fantastic seven mile stretch of old Great Western Railway track runs adjacent to the beautiful River Dart and take you all the way from Buckfastleigh to the edge of Dartmoor.
The South Devon Railway trains are pulled by old school locomotives, with the majority of them put together by the GWR during the early 1920s. There is so much to do on the South Devon Railway which makes this the ideal family activity.
Powderham Castle
If you are looking for another family adventure then why not pay a visit to Powderham Castle, you will find it difficult to explore the whole castle in one day, but never fear as you can return another day for FREE.
If you dont fancy exploring the castle by yourself, then you could always take one of the guided tours which takes you around the Castle through all the secret doors and across the haunted landing.
As well as inside the castle you can also explore the grounds surrounding the Castle. Outside there is a great deal to do especially for those with young families such as visiting the Walled Garden Play Area & Pets Corner, which plays host to our friendly pets and adventure play castle or simply chill out and take in the stunning views surrounding the Castle.
Babbacombe Model Village
If you are on holiday in Devon, then why not feel on top of the world as you see it recreated in miniature form. There are thousands of miniature buildings, people and vehicles that help to capture the true feel of Englands past, present and future set in over four acres of award winning gardens.
Kents Cavern
This location played host to Britains earliest humans, these prehistoric underground prehistoric caves are a fantastic place to come to on a hot summers day. Your guide will take you back over 400 million years to when the cavern was first created.
Dartmoor National Park
Take a casual stroll in and around Dartmoor National Park Dartmoor is renowned for its foul weather patterns. Most of the time, this is true, however if you want to see a different side to Dartmoor then walk up towards Teign Gorge or Lustleigh Cleave or Belstone Cleave.
