2nd October 2008 - by Mark Moon
Incredible Autumn Breaks in Devon
Although Devon is a great place to visit all year round, an
autumn break in Devon can be particularly good. Not only are
there some great things to do but there also some amazing
places to stay.
Some of the attractions available all year round take on a
completely different aspect in the approach to winter. This is
true of many of the National Trust locations that you can visit
and some of the amazing coastal walks. As the trees turn to
their autumnal orange-brown hues, the countryside in Devon
becomes particularly striking. Even the choppy sea takes on a
sombre majesty. If you are looking for somewhere to visit on a
pre-Christmas break, then Devon can be a breath of fresh
air.
For a breathtaking autumnal walk you might want to consider the
Otter Estuary Nature Reserve in East Devon, near the
appropriately named Otterton. If you love nature, especially
birds, this is the ideal walk for you. This estuary is one of
the smallest in Devon but is also one of the most beautiful.
During the autumn months, birds flock to this area. This
location is known for its Dunlin and Oyster Catchers, so it may
be worth looking out for some on your stroll through the
countryside.
Throughout Devon there are many exquisite beaches that you can
visit, including Hope Cove, Bantham and Dawlish Warren. It may
seem strange to visit a beach during the autumn months but they
can make for a spectacular walk. The sea turns grey and takes
on a particularly dramatic and breathtaking beauty. If you
fancy a brisk ramble why not wrap up warm and head for one of
these striking get-aways. The great thing is that once all of
the summer tourists have left, the beaches are practically
deserted, so you can expect to be alone except for the
occasional solitary explorer or dog-walker.
If you are lucky enough to be here at the beginning of November
and fancy something a little bit more crowded than a deserted
beach, you may want to visit the Exeter Autumn Festival. This
event started in 2004 but has now become an annual event and an
important fixture on Exeter’s social calendar. The event is
designed to promote theatre, music and dance so there is
something for everyone of all ages. There are events going on
most evenings throughout the festival and you can pick up a
brochure that will give you full listings.
Fishing holidays are very popular in the area, drawing visitors
from all over the county to see what they can catch in some of
Devon’s beautiful, tranquil lakes and rivers. The most common
varieties of fish are salmon, brown trout and sea trout. During
the autumn months the fishing in the area becomes extremely
rewarding, as the fish are huge and healthy. The biggest salmon
to be caught in 2007 was a whopping 17lbs. So if you think that
you can beat this then grab your rod and explore the rivers and
lakes of Devon.
So no matter what you enjoying doing you can find it in Devon.
During the autumn months the area takes on a different and
unique character all of its own, with soft mists and often
bright autumn sunshine. The weather often remains mild and
countryside is as beautiful as ever. So if you fancy a break
during the autumn, then Devon is a great choice.
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