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If you're not local and are planning a short break to coincide with your visit to Axminster and Strictly Woodturning, Devon offers the visitor stunning countryside and beaches, quality accommodation and plenty of places to eat and drink. Use our guides to find out more and plan your visit!
Exploring Towns/Cities
From quality coffee shops in small villages to brand-name shopping
in bustling cities, Devon and the surrounding area caters for
everyone's taste. Here are just a few of the towns and cities
within travelling distance of Axminster. |
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Great Days Out
Whilst enjoying your time in Devon why not have a few days out to relax and explore the region.
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Farmers' Market, Axminster
Arts Centre & Café, Axminster
Donkey Sanctuary, Sidmouth
Escot Gardens, Nr Exeter
Exeter Cathedral, Exeter
Killerton House, Exeter
National Marine Aquarium
River Cruises & Fishing
Seaton Tramway, Seaton
Pecorama, Beer
Motoring Memories Museum
Bicton Gardens, Otter Valley |
Held every Thursday
Exhibits by local artists on display
www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk
www.escot-devon.co.uk
www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
www.national-aquarium.co.uk
www.stuartlinecruises.co.uk
www.tram.co.uk
www.peco-uk.com
www.motoringmemories.com
www.bictongardens.co.uk |
This is just a small selection of the places you could visit during your stay. For more suggestions, please visit the local Tourist Information websites for the latest news and seasonal events -
Visit Devon - www.visitdevon.com
Essential Devon - www.exeterandessentialdevon.com
This is Devon - www.thisisdevon.co.uk
National Trust sites - www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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Activities/Amenities
If you like to keep fit and active or just relax and watch a movie, the East Devon area has plenty to choose from.
Bowling - Megabowl, Exeter
Swimming - Flamingo Pool, Axminster
Cinema - The Radway, Sidmouth; The Regent, Lyme Regis; Odeon, Exeter
Golfing - Woodbury Park Golf Club, Axe Cliff Golf Club, Sidmouth Golf Club, Lyme Regis Golf Club, Honiton Golf Club and Oakdown Family Golf & Recreation area. |
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Eating & Drinking
Whether you are looking for a quick bar snack at
a friendly pub or meal with a variety of courses,
there are plenty of pubs, restaurants and bistros
in the area. Here are a few ideas, visit www.yell.com to
find more!
The Canteen at River Cottage, Trinity Square, Axminster. t - 01297 631862 *
Browns Wine Bar & Bistro, 33 Fore St, Sidmouth. t - 01395 516724
Bowd Inn, Bowd Cross, Sidmouth. t - 01395 513328
Ask, 5 Cathedral Close, Exeter. t - 01392 427127
La Rosetta, High Street, Newton Poppleford. t - 01395 568136
Masons Arms, Branscombe. t - 01297 680300
The Sidmouth Arms, Upottery, Honiton. t - 01404 861252
Steamers Restaurant, Beer. t - 01297 22922
Wheelwright Inn, Colyford. t - 01297 552585
Jurassic Seafood Wine Bar, Lyme Regis. t - 01297 444345
* various events are held during the day and evening, including courses and meals (view their events calendar for details). To enjoy lunch or dinner here booking in advance is highly recommended. |
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