Devon is shaped by its coastline and countryside, where long sandy beaches meet open moorland and quieter rural pockets. There’s a strong sense of place, from seaside towns and working harbours to villages set further inland, with the landscape shifting quickly between coast and countryside. Alongside this sits a food culture tied closely to the land and sea, from fresh seafood to the ritual of a proper cream tea.
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Devon brings together two distinct coastlines and a strong inland landscape, which gives it its range. The north coast faces the Atlantic, with wider beaches and surf, while the south coast is more sheltered, shaped by estuaries, harbours and smaller coves. Inland, Dartmoor and Exmoor offer something different again, with open moorland, walking routes and a quieter, more remote feel.
Towns and villages reflect that mix, from busier seaside spots like Salcombe or Woolacombe to smaller places set further inland.
Food follows the same pattern, tied closely to land and sea. Along the coast, menus are shaped by the day’s catch – Brixham crab being one of the standouts – while inland you’ll find local cheeses, farm produce and cider. The Devon cream tea is part of that same tradition, with scones served with cream and jam in the local style, something you’ll come across everywhere from tearooms to farm cafés.
Direct services run from London Paddington to Exeter and other key towns across the region.
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