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    RE: Exeter to Worcester

    by drumbrake 25 April 2012

    Ok, a little harsh on Cheddar. I guess it depends whether you see from the top of the gorge or the bottom. But North Devon is winning…

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    RE: Exeter to Worcester

    by drumbrake 24 April 2012

    Could, and it is very attractive but have been several times before. North Devon is looking nice - places like Appledore and Clovelly…

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    Exeter to Worcester

    by drumbrake 24 April 2012

    I'm planning a few days in England in late June/ early July. First I'm thinking of a few days along the Jurassic Coast - walking and using…

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    Re: UK to Australia

    by travelinxs 14 February 2012

    Just a quirky anecdote Nick, but to get to here (Malaysia) from North Devon, the hardest parts of the journey for me were, in order; Tajikis…

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    Re: 7 Weeks travel Oct 2012

    by MrandMrsB 24 October 2011

    We're from North Devon which is in the South-West of England and we're 29 yrs old. What I forgot to mention is we were only planning…

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    RE: Must do's in Devon / Cornwall

    by EllaBella 13 October 2011

    I agree with #3 IoS are well worth a visit as are #5 suggestions. I'd also recommend Lynton and Lynmouth in North Devon and Dartmouth…

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    RE: UK Trip with toddler and infant

    by ham1sh 11 June 2011

    I would suggest with kids that age that you pick somewhere you like the look of and then rent a cottage. I only say that as I'm not a…

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    Camping Somerset/Cotswold

    by anniepops112 09 February 2011

    Hello I'm trying to organise a camping weekend for a few friends (4 of us in total & 1 dog). We're having difficulties picking a locatio…

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    RE: Best Epic, Rocky Coastline

    by dick_dangerous 19 November 2010

    North Devon and Somerset - the coastline between Minehead and Ilfracombe. They're the highest sea cliffs in England, or Pembrokeshire…

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    RE: Walking Holiday in England

    by dick_dangerous 06 March 2010

    The UK has so many excellent hiking options - geologically the country is split along a south-west, north-east line between the Exe estuary…

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    RE: What to see in the countryside

    by anotherlostsoul 19 August 2009

    My favourite area is North Devon - I used to live there. The Cotswolds, as above, are a good suggestion as is #5's suggestion above. All…

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    RE: Cheap accommodation North Devon?

    by henderson_h 13 August 2009

    Stayed here once a couple of years ago. Think you might be pushed to get a vacancy this time of year just about anywhere though. Sunnynook…

  14. LilacStar avatar

    Cheap accommodation North Devon?

    by LilacStar 12 August 2009

    Hi there, Could anyone recommend anywhere (as cheap as possible) in the Woolacombe area to stay in August for a week or two? Cheers…

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    North DEvon in Spring

    by jennyhicks 24 November 2008

    What is the thought of North Devon early spring, around Easter time? I'm looking atstaying in a lodge with the kids and I used to soend…

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    RE: Walking or cycling in Cornwall & Devon

    by davebarkshire 14 March 2008

    There are some good trails in the North Devon / Exmoor area and there is also the coast to coast 'Tarka Trail'. For cheap lodgings check…

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    RE: Villages in Devon & Cornwall in June

    by stokeygirl 08 February 2008

    For North Devon, have a look at Croyde or Ilfracombe: http://www.croydedevon.co.uk/ http://www.visitilfracombe.co.uk/

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    Villages in Devon & Cornwall in June

    by peppalicious 07 February 2008

    Hi wondering if anyone would have any advice on above. Myself , hubbie and 2 kids (3 and 18mths) planning on travelling around devon &…

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    RE: Walking or cycling in Cornwall & Devon

    by hp98asw 23 January 2008

    Hi there, I'm a keen mountain biker, and living in London there's not a lot of hills my way! I can tell you that the Quantock Hills…

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    Cheapest rents please?

    by VanDalen 01 October 2007

    Hoping to visit from March 2008 for about 6 months to prep book
    Is there anywhere in UK you can survive on $1000 a month this is now…

  21. dick_dangerous avatar

    High points in So. of England

    by dick_dangerous 29 September 2007

    Salisbury - The Cathedral Close and Butcher's Row. That's seriously about it though. With a car you could do an interesting loop around…

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    Oh to have a scone in lima!

    by dick_dangerous 17 August 2007

    I'd go to Welsh Patagonia if you want Cream Tea. Or even better, North Devon!

    DD

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    UK camping (Xposted on Wimmins)

    by blobble 01 August 2007

    I think your best bet is the Gower, South Wales. It may take a little over 2 hours (probably 2.5), but it's definitely worth it!

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    London Underground Christmas Eve

    by woopigal 14 May 2007

    Thanks for all the replies.

    #5, FYI, National Express has no services to the country (woops, I almost said "the bush"…

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    Surf UK

    by wendy the wanderer 24 April 2007

    My dad has been attempting this for years in North Devon.... Unfortunately I am not sure which is worse, his surfing skills or his ability…

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