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South Devon Steam Railway
A wonderful attraction in South Devon, take a scenic tour along the River Dart on a track first built in 1872. Special events are hosted on these steam engines throughout the season. You'll also be able to use their services to coordinate your trip with a visit aboard a vintage bus to Buckfast Abbey and the Buckfast Otter and Butterflies Sanctuary or the Totnes Rare Breeds Centre. Trust The Station Buckfastleigh
Paignton & Dartmouth Steam Railway
An attraction for any age, the Paignton & Dartmouth Steam Railway will take you on a historic and panoramic trip. Travel in the same way as your forefathers from Paignton to Goodrington Sands, Churston, Kingswear or Dartmouth.
Sound Cruising
Sound Cruising No better way to enjoy this historic harbour than upon its water. Sound Cruising offer trips through the tranquil waters of Plymouth's natural harbour. Taking you to Plymouth's Dockyards and Warships, you'll sail in the wake of Sir Walter Raleigh, Sir Francis Drake and Captain Cook. You'll tour Plymouth Sound taking in the Plymouth Hoe, Royal Citadel, Smeaton's Tower, Drake's Island, Mt. Edgecumbe Country Park and Europe's largest Naval Dockyard. Also on offer is a Mountbatten Ferry service, private charters and a four hour Calstock Cruise. To book give them a ring or visit their pontoon near the Mayflower Steps.
Tamar Cruising & Cremyll Ferry
Specialising in river cruises along a historic route, Tamar Cruises leaves from the Mayflower Steps taking you past Plymouth Hoe, Seaton's Tower, Drake's Island and up the River Tamar passing warships and ending at the Naval Dockyard. Tamar Cruises also runs trips to other attractions; there's a Calstock Cruise and ferry services between Cremyll Quay, Mount Edgecumbe and the Barbican.
Plymouth Gin Distillery
Could there be a better place for a distillery than a port? Plymouth boasts the oldest gin distillery in the world. In production since 1793, Plymouth Gin is produced in Black Friars Distillery. This attraction is also housed in one of the oldest buildings in Plymouth. Originally the Black Friars monastery, the building was put to various uses after Henry VIII's Dissolution of the Monasteries. The oldest part is the refectory room which dates to the 1400's and boasts a fine hull-shaped timber ceiling. Your tour will also take you to the distillery room, still room and tasting room. Be sure to stop in the refectory now housing a cocktail bar where you'd do well to sample one of the oldest and certainly one of the tastiest gins in the world.
Brittany Ferries
If you're planning to go overseas, taking a ferry from Plymouth may be an enjoyable option for you. Brittany Ferries sail to various destinations in Spain and France and also offer services from Poole and Portsmouth.
The Tamar Valley Line
A 14 mile scenic railway line running between Plymouth and Gunnislake. Passing Devonport, Bere Ferres and Bere Alston, the Tamar Valley Line crosses the Calstock Viaduct which joins Devon and Cornwall. Historically a mining route, the railway dodges round the Tamar River taking you through the scenic landscape which is also a designated 'Area of Outstanding Beauty'. Alternatively, you may also want to try the Tamar Valley Rail Ale Trail giving you the oppurtunity to sample tradition and locally brewed real ales along your way. For more details of this attraction visit http://www.railaletrail.com/.
Exeter Red Coat Guided Tours
The easiest way to explore Exeter, these guided tours are free for all the family, require no booking and visit some attractions that can not be visited independently (Catacomb, Custom House, the Mint).
There are fifteen tours to choose from; Ancient Churches of Exeter, Catacomb and the Mint, Exeter Cathedral Close and Palace Garden, Exeter Cathedral to Historic Quay, Around the Close, Exeter Through the Ages, Exeter's City Wall, Forgotten Exeter, Ghosts and Legends, Heart of Exeter, Historic Bridges and Water, Medieval Exeter, Murder and Mayhem, Port of Exeter and Roman Exeter. Tours last 90 minutes and start outside the Royal Clarence Hotel or the Quay House Visitor Centre.
Find Devon Hotels
Visit South Devon is the official guide to holidays in Devon, with details of hotels, bed and breakfast, self catering accommodation, country cottages and campsites across South Devon, including Dartmouth, Salcombe, Kingsbridge, Dartmoor, Teignmouth, Dawlish and Totnes.