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Out and About in South Devon
Here in South Devon the countryside is wonderful for walking, with miles of the South West Coastal Footpath, the Dart Valley Trail linking Dartmouth, Dittisham and Totnes, the nature reserve at Slapton Ley, and not forgetting the dramatic expanse of Dartmoor. Whatever time of year you choose to visit, 
the scenery will not be disappointing.
There are lovely beaches to choose from: Blackpool Sands is a favourite for families, with quieter beaches along the coast at Slapton Sands and Beesands.
The ancient village of Dittisham surrounded by glorious countryside and the river running by makes a lovely spot for a holiday at any time of year. The dinghy pontoon on the quay will provide children with endless fun crabbing, and just along the riverbank is The Ham, an open green space with swings and lots of room for flying kites, playing ball or having a picnic. There are two wonderful pubs – the Ferry Boat inn right on the quay or the Red Lion up in the heart of the village.
Whilst you are here there are some great days out to be had: for garden lovers the National Trust has many properties on offer including Coleton Fishacre at Kingswear with it's art deco interior and wonderful garden, the newly acquired gardens of Greenway House, once home of Agatha Christie – just a short ferry ride from Dartmouth. For the more adventurous the fascinating Eden Project in Cornwall is perfectly reachable in a day.
Children will love the thrills and spills of the Woodlands Leisure Park between Dartmouth and Totnes, with it's water coasters and toboggan run, fabulous even on a rainy day with the UK's largest indoor venture centre. Pennywell Farm at Buckfastleigh and the Miniature Pony and Animal Farm at Moretonhampstead on Dartmoor are perfect for animal lovers.
Those of you who like the nostalgia of yesteryear will enjoy the local steam railways – the Dart Valley Railway from Kingswear to Paignton and the South Devon Railway from Totnes to Buckfastleigh – why not make a full day out and visit Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Otter Sanctuary, and Buckfast Abbey with it's thousand years of history.