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As a truly local brand, our team are knowledgeable about delicious places to eat, beautiful places to visit and exciting things to do in Dorset. Have a read through some of our blog articles to find out what we love about our beautiful county and what makes it such a great holiday destination!

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Great days out in the East Devon Countryside

East Devon boasts not just one but two AONBs (Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty) to choose from if you’re looking to escape to the country for a change of scenery from city life: Blackdown Hills AONB and the East Devon AONB.

Great days out along the East Devon Coast

The gorgeous East Devon coast stretches from Lyme Regis on the West Dorset Border to trendy Topsham just East of Exeter.

World of Country Life present Defrosted

19th October to 3rd November – 10am to 5pm Two weeks of half term fun ! Defrosted – World of Country Life’s unique take on the Disney Classic

Halloween at The Donkey Sanctuary

The Donkey Sanctuary is celebrating its 50th Anniversary. Donkey Trick or Treat Trail: 19th October to 3rd November – from 9am

Jurassic Footgolf Lyme Regis

Open April until October – weekends and school holidays Opposite Charmouth Road Park & Ride Kick-off is here, fun for all ages!

Bicton Park Botanical Gardens – 2019 Events

As well as beautiful gardens to explore, Bicton hosts a number of events throughout the year: 19th and 26th October: Halloween Special – pumpkin trail and colouring competition.

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