| Situated on the South West region of England, Devon | | | | throughout the whole of Devon which are suitable for |
| is the perfect holiday destination for families. The | | | | all the family. Here are just a few... |
| county boasts a beautiful coastline, stunning scenery | | | | Paignton Zoo: Situated in the east Devon, Paignton |
| and a variety of family friendly beaches and | | | | Zoo is home to thousands of plants and animals and is |
| attractions. There is a range of accommodation | | | | recommended as one of the top 50 great days out by |
| designed to suit families, with lots of self-catering | | | | The Sunday Telegraph. |
| options and family orientated hotels. | | | | Woodlands Adventure Park: This family theme park |
| Devon is best enjoyed in the spring and summer | | | | has a range of activities to keep both children and |
| months. If you prefer to avoid the busy summer | | | | adults entertained. There are 16 family rides, indoor play |
| holidays, many accommodation providers have great | | | | centres and 10 other themed playzones. This is perfect |
| offers on at Easter and half term holidays. | | | | for a rainy day. |
| Stay: | | | | River Dart Country Park: This is a great adventure day |
| There are a range of family orientated | | | | out. The park offers a spider’s web, a toddlers |
| accommodation types in Devon. There are a number | | | | beach, zip wires and obstacle courses. For those |
| of coastal self-catering cottages available which are | | | | wanting less adventure, the grounds offer some lovely |
| perfect if you are planning on spending most of your | | | | scenic walks. |
| time on the beach. Camping is also another fun option, | | | | Pennywell Farm: A perfect family day out, Pennywell |
| weather permitting! However, if you still want to get | | | | Farm is the biggest farm activity park in the southwest. |
| that pampered feeling from the service of a hotel, | | | | There are a number of animals to be seen, along with |
| don’t worry as there are now some fantastic | | | | other attractions such as rides, trampolines and a |
| family hotels in Devon. | | | | licensed restaurant. |
| Beaches: | | | | Other ‘must see’ visitor attractions include |
| Some of the UK’s best beaches are situated in | | | | historical sites such as Powderham Castle and |
| Devon. The south coast offers Bantham and Bigbury | | | | Dartmouth Castle and gardens like Bicton Park |
| on Sea which are large sandy beaches great for | | | | Botanical Gardens and the National Trust’s Saltram |
| families. Many of the larger beaches have toilet | | | | House and Gardens. |
| facilities and cafes, such as Bigbury on Sea and | | | | If you are planning your family Easter break or |
| Blackpool Sands, making a perfect day out without | | | | summer holiday, you should seriously consider Devon |
| any worries. The north of Devon also has a fantastic | | | | as a holiday option. The coastal location means that is |
| array of sandy shores, such as Croyde Bay or | | | | perfect for beach lovers (adults and children alike) and |
| Saunton Sands, which are again great for families and | | | | the vast amount of child friendly accommodation |
| also very popular with surfers. | | | | means that you don’t have worry about where |
| Family Attractions: | | | | you are going to stay. |
| There are a range of family attractions dotted | | | | |