Devonshire and the West Country is steeped in history and legend. The lush green countryside is famous for many things including: Conan Doyles' Hound of the Baskervilles!, apple cider and of course Devonshire clotted cream teas.

The Tarka trail is a must 'do' for hikers as it follows the route immortalised by author Henry Williamson who wrote of the adventures of Tarka the Otter. Henry Williamsons cottage is situated in the little village of Georgham and has been preserved exactly as the author lived in it many years ago.

The market towns of Barnstaple and bideford are a short drive away. Barnstaple in bloom is a sight to behold, flowers in abundance out side many of the shops including butchers row and the centre piece on the island by the river is also breathtaking. The indoor market has different stalls on different days with locally produced pottery, pictures and food produce. The fudge produced in the shop in the corner by the main entrance is mouthwatering. Bideford has lots of interesting little shops some of them facing the river where if the tide is right you can watch the local boats come in or catch the ferry to Lundy Island.

The historic cities of Exeter and Plymouth are both interesting and worthwhile to visit. Exeter has a Cathedral, ancient buildings and excellent shopping (antiques, curios and local crafts). Plymouth, famous for being the Pilgrim Fathers point of departure is a busy naval city and fishing port to this day. Boat tours give superb views of Plymouth Ho! and the Aquarium starting with river fish and progressing down to the main seawater tank is not to be missed. After all that sight seeing relax with a meal and a drink at the Barbican.

Below is just a small taste of the many delights of the region.

• Golf courses
• River and lake fishing
• Exploring coastline and fishing villages
• Country houses and gardens
• Churches, Cathedrals and Abbeys
• Steam Railways
• Canal boat trips and horse drawn barges
• The Milky Way adventure park
• The Big Sheep

Enjoy your holiday in Devon