Oakdown has long been known as a retreat for discerning country lovers. Set amidst the spectacular coast and countryside of the East Devon Heritage Coast and within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the beautiful Weston Valley and much of the coastal path are National Trust property. The area abounds with a wealth of wildlife, quiet beaches, history and geology which the discriminating visitor can explore from this ideal holiday base. Unspoilt ancient villages like Otterton and Sidbury nestle in secluded valleys, where olde worlde pubs serve mouthwatering meals and cosy thatched tea rooms will delight you with delicious cream teas.

Branscombe, England's longest village, also boasts a working thatched forge, one of the finest Norman churches in Devon and a drive on beach where the licensed Sea Shanty offers meals all day.

Enjoy the Country Life Museum at Exmouth and pony trekking at Farway: stroll through Beer, an unspoilt holiday village which offers sea fishing trips, vast man-made quarry caves and a light railway and leisure garden complex at Pecorama.

Bicton Park provides a fantastic day out for all the family - there's peace and tranquillity in the beautiful gardens, attractions for the children and a spacious licensed restaurant to complete the day out.

The ancient cathedral city of Exeter, Devon's county town, boasts high class shopping, museums and a superb leisure centre.

Take a tramway trip from Seaton through the picturesque Axe and Coly valleys to Colyton or spend time at Cricket St Thomas near Chard for a memorable day of wildlife discovery.

The more adventurous can explore the wilds of Dartmoor with its granite tors, Bronze Age settlements, ponies, heather and sparkling rivers.

Crealy Adventure Park between Sidmouth and Exeter combines farm animals, fishing lakes, adventure areas (with a free fall drop slide), pony rides and countless other attractions to keep the whole family inspired.

Walk from the park to the world famous Donkey Sanctuary - open all day and entry is free! Meet all the friendly residents that enjoy security in lovely Devon surroundings.