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What's on Whitsun Half Term

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Devon's Must-VisitAttractions

This Whitsun half-term, Devon is gearing up to offer a week packed with excitement at its top attractions. Prepare for non-stop family entertainment throughout the week.

We've put together a list of must-visit attractions for the May half-term—let's go out and explore the area! Why not also explore our exclusive guest discounts, offering a range of discounts to nearby attractions? 

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Two sheep at The Big Sheep

The Big Sheep

Bideford, North Devon

Enjoy a day of fun at The Big Sheep, featuring thrilling rides, live sheep shows, and the cutest animals. Highlights include Devon's largest roller coaster, the Twister, giant jumping pillows, tractor rides, and swan pedalos.

Quince honey farm

Quince Honey Farm

South Molton, North Devon

Head to Quince Honey Farm for a fantastic day out for the whole family. Enjoy guided tours, soft play, and scenic gardens, along with exclusive beekeeping experiences and engaging workshops.

children on slides at Milky Way

Milky Way Adventure Park

Bideford, North Devon

Visit the Milky Way Adventure Park for a full day of family fun. Enjoy rides like the Cosmic Typhoon roller coaster and the Gravity Rider donut slide. Test your skills in the Ninja Stars games arena, pilot Cyber Scooters, and shoot lasers in Ziggy’s Blast Quest. 

Clovelly

Clovelly

Clovelly, North Devon

Visit Clovelly on May 26th for the Seaweed Festival, promoting seaweed's health benefits. Enjoy various seaweed dishes and products at the Quay stalls. Experience informative and fun activities, including live music and street entertainment.

Family on ride at crealy adventure park

Crealy Theme Park

Exeter, Devon

At Crealy Theme Park, watch some of the UK's top BMXers in the Fusion Extreme stunt show, featuring breathtaking tricks. Join Sooty and Co. for Sooty’s Magic Show, enjoy the magic up close, and meet Sooty in person!

rose arbour at RHS Rosemoor

RHS Rosemoor

Torrington, North Devon

This May Half Term, celebrate at RHS Garden Rosemoor's Family Gardening Festival. Enjoy family crafts, garden trails & entertainment. Highlights include planting workshops on May 28, Gardener Lily’s story time on May 29, and a bird puppeteer show on May 30.

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Woodlands Family Theme Park

Totnes, South Devon

Meet some fantastic characters at Woodlands Family Theme Park this half term! Enjoy Titan the Robot's hilarious antics on May 28th, catch Bluey at intervals throughout May 29th for photos, and don't miss the chance to meet Duggee on May 30th.

Powderham Castle

Powderham Castle

Exeter, Devon

Powderham Castle Outdoor Cinema returns from May 24th to 26th. Enjoy movies under the stars with friends and family in the beer garden. Films include Barbie, Cars, The Greatest Showman, Mamma Mia, Encanto, and more. 

Canonteign Falls

Canonteign Falls

Exeter, Devon

Prepare for an unforgettable adventure at Canonteign Falls this May Half Term! Explore 90 acres of woodlands, lakes, and waterfalls, search for fern fairies, and discover prehistoric dinosaurs. 

Greg the magician at Babbacombe model village

Babbacombe Model Village

Torquay, South Devon

Experience the magic at Babbacombe Model Village this May Half Term with magician Greg Chapman. Enjoy mesmerising close-up performances included free with your admission tickets.

Stuart line cruise

Stuart Line Cruises

Exmouth, South Devon

Enjoy a cruise along Europe's oldest working shipping canal with Stuart Line Cruises! Sail 8 miles through a manmade waterway, passing through two manually operated locks at Turf Locks and Double Locks. 

Becky Falls river

Becky Falls

Newton Abbot, South Devon 

Visit Becky Falls this May half-term for outdoor fun and games! Explore 50 acres of wildlife-rich woodland. Kids can enjoy the free Nature Challenge with prizes for every child. Meet a variety of animals, from goats and ponies to meerkats and giant tortoises.

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Pennywell Farm

Buckfastleigh, South Devon

Join Pennywell Farm for an enchanting unicorn-themed week! Alongside your favorite animals, activities, and shows, enjoy special unicorn experiences. Meet Merlin, the resident unicorn, participate in Unicorn Hobby Horse racing, and explore unicorn facts on the Unicorn Farm Trail.

Drizzles trail at the Donkey Sanctuary

The Donkey Sanctuary

Sidmouth, South Devon

Follow Drizzle’s Green Guardians trail at The Donkey Sanctuary and learn about all the spring wildlife at the sanctuary this half term. Plus, there’s a new bat beacon exhibition, daily talks, scenic walks, award-winning gardens and, of course, hundreds of adorable donkeys to meet.

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