Devon, known as Devonshire to the locals, is a county in the southwest of England popular mainly for its coastline. But, as well as beautiful beaches to explore, in both the northern and southern regions you'll find plenty of other things to do. It...
Devon, known as Devonshire to the locals, is a county in the southwest of England popular mainly for its coastline. But, as well as beautiful beaches to explore, in both the northern and southern regions you'll find plenty of other things to do. It is a county with a great historical burden behind it, and one of the first inhabited areas of England. Its capital is Exeter, although it has other outstanding cities such as Plymouth, Torquay and Ivybridge. Ivybridge is not a town with tall buildings, in contrast to large English cities, and is characterized by mostly Victorian buildings. Along Fore Street, we will find many of these buildings converted into outlet stores, becoming the business point of the town. Also noteworthy is the Erme Primary School, which is still intact and was the first school that Ivybridge had. The town has always been characterized by its strong beliefs, and has 6 different churches: one Anglican, one Baptist, one Methodist, one Congregational, one Catholic and one belonging to The Salvation Army. If we want to have a magnificent view of the town, we will only have to move to a small hill that is right next to it, called Western Beacon. If you visit the Jurassic Coast your eyes will be amazed by this impressive place. This area has been listed as a World Heritage Site since 2001. It is not surprising, since its origin is 185 million years ago. It has a distance of 153 km, during which you can observe a large number of coves, beautiful beaches and numerous species of waterfowl. Along the route, you will find fossilized forests where there are no trees, but places worth photographing in which vegetation and water have been intermingled, offering a unique landscape. The Valley of the Rocks is a picturesque U-shaped valley just a ten-minute walk from Lynmouth. It is home to numerous free-roaming wild goats and, if the mood takes you, you can hike the steep cliffs of the valley for splendid views of the Celtic Sea. Dartmouth is a coastal village perched on a hill at the mouth of the River Dart (hence its name). It has a special charm because on the other side of the river, on another small hill, we can see the neighboring village Kingswear with its colorful houses that makes the visit to Dartmouth more worthwhile. Dartmoor National Park is a vast moorland where you can do a variety of activities such as horse riding, canoeing or even bouldering, so it is suitable for all ages. What do you mean, you haven't been to Devon, so what are you waiting for? If you're looking for a quiet atmosphere and breathtaking views, a visit to the county of Devon is a must. People Like Us is one of the most trusted, secure, and largest home exchange communities in Devon. We have many house listings across the area. Join us and connect with the other friendly hosts in Devon today, chat and swap your houses, and get ready for your next adventure!
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