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Devon Towns and Villages Gazetteer
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Dartmouth
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This town at the mouth of the River Dart has been an important seaport since the early Middle Ages; in fact it was from Dartmouth that English fleets left to take part in the Second and Third Crusades. The naval heritage of Dartmouth is preserved in the Britannia Royal Naval College, sitting high on the cliffs above the Dart. The college has trained officers oif the Royal Navy since 1905. Regular escorted tours of the college and grounds are conducted.
Dartmouth,
Devon,
England
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Hope Cove
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A lovely secluded village blessed with a smooth stretch of sandy beach, perfect for family outings. Hope Cove (sometimes simply called "Hope") is reached by way of very narrow winding lanes from the A381 Salcombe to Kingsbridge road.
Hope Cove,
Devon,
England
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Salcombe
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Salcombe is the most southerly town in the South Hams region of Devon, and a popular boating and resort centre. The town is built around the Kingsbridge estuary, and offers superb boating opportunities and easy access to spectacular coastline and peaceful countryside as you venture inland.
Salcombe,
Devon,
England
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Slapton
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The village of Slapton is high on a hill above the long shingle beach of Slapton Sands. The beach is quiet now, but in 1944 it was a beehive of activity as US Army forces used it as a training ground in preparation for the D-Day landings in Normandy. Slapton Sands was chosen for the exercises because of its similarity to the beaches in Normandy where the assault was due to take place.
Slapton,
Devon,
England
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Stoke
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The village of Stoke lies midway between the historic house of Hartland Abbey and the old smuggler's port of Hartland Quay. It boasts the second highest church in Devon; St Nectans, known as the "Cathedral of North Devon"
Stoke,
Devon,
England
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Torcross
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Located at the south end of Slapton Sands, Torcross is a lovely little village with a long stretch of sandy beach. The area was made famous as the training ground for US Army forces preparing for the D-Day invasion in World War II.
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Devon,
England
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Totnes
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The town of Totnes is located at the highest navigable point of the River Dart, well inland from the sea. Eleventh century Totnes Castle sits high on a hill above the town.
Totnes,
Devon,
England
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Red Cottage
Bideford
Self catering cottage
Red Cottage offers spacious double with 4 poster bed, 1 twin, bathroom with bath & power shower, L-shaped living room, dining/kitchen.
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Cider Cottage
Budleigh Salterton
Self catering cottage
Cider Cottage (single storey) offers open plan kitchen/dining room. Sitting area with bay window, overlooking pretty courtyard. 1 bedroom with double bed, 2nd bedroom with … more >>
Sleeps 5
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Moorland Links Hotel
The Moorland Links Hotel is a beautifully appointed country style hotel situated within Dartmoor National Park, just 6 miles from Plymouth and set in 9 acres of gardens with enchanting views across the Tamar Valley. Facilities include a restaurant and lovely gardens whilst the Links Golf Course is just a … more >>
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Quality Hotel Plymouth
The Quality Hotel Plymouth offers superb uninterrupted sea views from its position on the crest of Plymouth Hoe. Its central location offers easy access to the city’s excellent shopping facilities. Couple this with the fully serviced bar, restaurant and breathtaking scenery and you have the perfect base from which to … more >>
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