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From Exmouth to Lyme Regis and north
to the A30 the geography of East Devon
holds a wealth of interest for the discerning
visitor. The coastal towns each have
their own distinct identities - Bustling
Exmouth, regency Sidmouth, fisherman's
Beer, historic Lyme Regis. In the bygone
days the coast was the haunt of smugglers
- Jack Rattenbury of Beer was one such.
Today the natural splendour of cliff
scenery and deep cut valleys is preserved
by the National Trust.
The visitor can enjoy it by taking
circular walks described in the local
guides. Here and there can still be
seen some of the defensive works of
World War II. Buildings on the caravan
parks were part of RAF Branscombe, the
local radar station. They now house
some of our amenities. This station
worked in conjunction with Dunkeswell
Airfield, home fo the American 7th Fleet
Air Wings. It was from here that Joe
Kennedy Jnr. flew on his fateful mission
on August 12th 1944.
Come Early - Stay Long - Leave Late
East Devon is a patchwork of heath,
clifftop, grassland, estuaries and glorious
countryside with almost two thirds in
areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The uncrowded beaches, quaint old villages
with their thatched cottages and medieval
churches and market towns hold their
own fascinating attraction and invite
the visitor.
It is the land of freedom and plenty
and wherever you go you will find the
perfect place to mark time and marvel
at the contrasting countryside. It makes
the perfect location for short breaks
or longer holidays at any time of year.
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