Devon and Cornwall

Here you are never far from the sea, from historic fishing villages to sophisticated resort towns, and over 400 beaches to choose from. Unspoilt, uncrowded and wild in places, Cornwall and Devon are full of beauty. The mild climate brings spring flowers bursting to life with warm sunny days long into autumn. Fill your day with a walk on the moors, lunch in a village pub, an afternoon spotting wildlife in wooded valleys and, perhaps, an evening at the Minack Theatre, perched on the cliffs of Cornwall.

Conquer the challenge of Cornwall's highest peak, Brown Willy on Bodmin Moor, or follow the 65 kilometres of the Two Moors Way linking the two National Parks of Dartmoor and Exmoor. Sail the coastline, jump on your surf board or simply paddle in the clear waters of sheltered coves.

Whatever your sport - walking, cycling, golf, horseriding, watersports - we can provide the perfect setting for activities, all year round. Few other places in England can claim a heritage so rich. Visit King Arthur's Castle at Tintagel and feel Arthurian legend come to life. Explore 185 million years of the Earth's history along the stunning Dorset and East Devon Jurassic coast, where England's first natural World Heritage Site is located.

Rhododendrons, azaleas, daffodils, camellias and magnolias create a riot of colour and vibrancy across the two counties. Be amazed at the variety of gardens, ranging from the world-famous Eden Project to the renowned Garden House in Devon and Trebah Gardens with its very own private beach on the Cornish coast.

Many gardens are the setting for historic houses and stately homes, each with a story to tell of the early plant hunters who brought colour to our shores for you to enjoy.

Whether it is celebrity chef Rick Stein at Padstow, or the local fish sellers on the beach at Beer in Devon, you are always close to good food, cooked to perfection. With more on offer than scones, clotted cream and pasties, Cornwall and Devon are extremely popular for their seafront cafes, specialist restaurants and friendly bistros using local produce fresh from the markets. Sample the local cheeses with a glass of farmhouse cider or chilled wine and you will be in gourmet heaven.

With over 350 kilometres of coastline, one of the best ways to enjoy Cornwall and Devon is by walking the South West Coast Path - Britain's longest National Trail.