Camper van hire Devon

Devon is a large county in England's West Country, bordered to the west by Cornwall and to the east by Dorset and Somerset. Uniquely amongst English counties, Devon has two separate coastlines: to the south, on the English Channel and to the north, on the Irish Sea and Bristol Channel. These are studded with resort towns, harbours and surfing beaches.

Devon is also home to two National Parks - Dartmoor and Exmoor - and includes the island of Lundy in the Bristol Channel / Irish Sea.

• Exmoor National Park

• www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk
• Exmoor is one of 14 areas of the United Kingdom given the highest landscape protection and designated as a National Park. From its breathtakingly beautiful coastline of plunging cliffs, sheltered bays and traditional resorts to the space and undisturbed tranquility of its open moors and wooded valleys, Exmoor provides a world of contrasts. This destination in the South West of England offers an escape from the stresses of daily life and an opportunity to recharge the batteries. Exmoor National Park covers an area of 267 square miles (692 sq kms) two thirds of which in Somerset and a third in Devon.

• Dartmoor National Park

• www.dartmoor.co.uk
• Dartmoor National Park is one of the finest and largest National Parks in Britain and the last great wilderness in southern England. The landscape is unique with its high heather covered moors, ancient standing stones, hut circles and stone clapper bridges. You can walk, cycle or ride on horseback to enjoy this extraordinary area at its best. An ideal place to visit when on a camper van holiday!

• Exeter

• Exeter is a thriving city, with a rich history spanning more than 2,000 years from Roman times. Today, it combines a wealth of visitor attractions and architectural splendor with a bountiful array of shops, restaurants, bars and live music venues. Surrounded by rolling countryside, Exeter is an ideal base from which to explore.

• Torquay

• www.torquay.com
• Torquay's waterfront is the focus of life in the town. Here you'll find the palm-lined promenade, seafront gardens, a lively harbour and an international marina. Yet within minutes of the town centre there are beautiful beaches easily accessible by foot, road or water. There is an abundance of pavement cafes, pubs, restaurants and nightlife, good quality shops and a host of attractions to suit every interest.

• The Jurassic Coast

• www.jurassiccoast.com
• The Jurassic Coast (as known as The Dorset and East Devon Coast World Heritage Site). The Jurassic Coast covers 95 miles of truly stunning coastline from East Devon to Dorset, with rocks recording 185 million years of the Earth's history.

• Lundy Island

• www.lundyisland.co.uk
• Ten miles off the North Devon coast lies a jewel in the shape Lundy Island. Lundy Island an island in the Bristol Channel. The wildlife on Lundy Island is so varied and diverse the most of the island has been designated as a Site of Special Interest and the seas that surround it make make up the only Marine Nature Reserve in England.

• Woolacombe Bay

• Woolacombe is a beach-lovers paradise and the two-mile stretch of golden sands is popular during the summer months. This award-winning beach is ideal for family activities. Surfing is very popular along this coastline with good waves rolling in from the Atlantic.
  
  An annual sand castle competition is held on the beach as part of the Gold Coast Oceanfest and this popular event draws crowds from miles around.
  
  The pretty village of Mortehoe overlooks Woolacombe. A walk out to Morte Point to enjoy the superb coastal views, lighthouse and wind eroded rocks, not to mention the possibility of spotting seals, is highly recommended.

• Croyde

• www.croydedevon.co.uk
• Croyde village is a world famous destination for surfing and water-sport enthusiasts. The picturesque village, dotted with thatched cottages and and peaceful tea-rooms provides the back-drop to one of the region's best beaches and a hot-spot for surfers and surf watchers. Every June it hosts the annual Gold Coast Oceanfest Festival.

• Saunton Sands

• Breathtaking Saunton Sands stretches as far as the eye can see and is on of the great jewels in the crown of the Area of Outstanding National Beauty. Renowned for its sheer beauty,.

• Plymouth

• Venture and discover Plymouth, with its unique location between moors and sea, this vibrant 'Waterfront City' is a perfect base for touring. With its wealth of attractions and facilities and wide range of accommodation, Plymouth is also an ideal destination for both day trips and short breaks.