Devon, administrative, geographic, and historic county of england After the last ice age, devon was one of the first places in england where people started to live. It forms part of the south west (or cornish) peninsula of great britain and is bounded to the west by cornwall and to the east by dorset and somerset.
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Planning a trip to devon
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Visit devon can help you plan your holidays and day's out in devon Whatever it is you are looking for from your staycation or uk holiday, you can be sure of a world of discoveries and experiences right here in devon. You will find everything you need in this article including a map of devon, the very best things to do and see in devon, where to stay in devon and answers to frequently asked questions about visiting devon. This county has much to see in both manmade and natural beauty, like the medieval torre abbey or the underground caves at kents cavern.
Devon is a county with something for everyone, from bustling cities to peaceful national parks and glorious beaches Whether you want adventure, culture or r&r, devon is the ideal holiday. Devon (also known, far less commonly, as devonshire) is a large county in england's west country Uniquely amongst english counties, devon has two coastlines
To the south, on the english channel and to the north, on the celtic sea and bristol channel.
Devon is the fourth largest county in england by area, and has the longest road network of any county in england Its capital city and county town is exeter, but the largest city is plymouth
