
From visiting beautiful gardens, drifting over the dramatic countryside
in a balloon, to strolling along the spectacular South West Coast Path,
here a few suggestions of things you may like to do while enjoying a relaxing
break in South West England:
Attraction: Blackdown Hills AONB, Cullompton, Devon
An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.





Covering parts of both Devon and Somerset, the Blackdown Hills are an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and offer truly inspiring autumn breaks. The autumn colours on display are said to rival the famed New England fall, set against rolling hills and hedgerows full of blackberries.

Attraction: Quay House Visitor Centre, Exeter, Devon
Discover the story of Exeter's historic quayside. Free entry.





17th century warehouse, housing a visitor centre that tells the story of Exeter's historic quayside through displays and artefacts. See 'Exeter, 2000 years of history', an exciting audiovisual programme.

Attraction: Killerton House And Garden, Exeter, Devon
Fine 18th-century house with costume collection set in glorious hillside garden overlooking Devon countryside.


The garden was created in the 1770s by John Veitch, one of the greatest nurserymen and landscape designers of his day. It features rhododendrons, magnolias, herbaceous borders and rare trees.

Activity: Kamper Hire, Droxford, Hampshire
Explore the South West at your own pace!





Travelling in a camper van allows you to create your own kind of holiday. There's no need for set itineraries or timetables, simply go where you want when you want.

Attraction: Babbacombe Model Village, Torquay, Devon
English country life in miniature





As you wind your way through the pathways of this enchanting miniature world enjoy the serenity of English country gardens, brought to life by babbling streams, waterfalls, and beautiful blooms. The gardens wrap around hundreds of models and scenes depicting the tranquillity of West Country life. Mini cottages, railways, year round gardens - a delight is guaranteed around every corner.

