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Holiday Travel Guides
Planning a holiday? Not sure where to go? Then why not have a browse through our
guides? This expanding collection of maps, links, articles and videos will aim to
point you in the right direction. It's also a great way to search for holiday lets
by following the links provided - and don't forget to pay our Go2 YouTube Channel a visit too!
We've also added a great new
User's Guides feature! At the bottom of each country, county or town guide
you'll see a list of User Guides and comments left by our visitors, along with a
form allowing you to leave your own.
Sidmouth is an attractive coastal town in East Devon, on the estuary of the River Syd. Part of the Jurassic coastline it has cliffs at each end of its promenade, notable for their distinctive colour. Sidmouth has a population of about 15,000 but is popular with tourists who are looking for a quite, but varied holiday location.
Sidmouth has a good range of shops and restaurants, is easily accessible by road and bus, had good leisure and sporting facilities and a beach, which whilst mainly pebbled, is also sandy at lower tide. Follow the links to find holiday cottages and lets available in this area on Go2, or view the surrounding area on the map below.
North Devon
From the vast unspoilt expanses of Exmoor to its endless sandy beaches and charming
seaside towns and villages, North Devon makes for the perfect cottage holiday getaway.
Discover the beauties of this tranquil landscape for yourself with one of Go2's holiday lets or
cottages in North Devon. Wild and rugged, Exmoor is great for walking, riding and
cycling. This is Lorna Doone country, where farmers have battled the elements for
centuries. The coastline here is truly spectacular and is a real highlight. Walk the Coastal Path, and you’ll be treated to stunning views of high cliffs dropping straight to the sea, or to small coves far below. Beach lovers will also enjoy a holiday in North Devon. Resorts like
Woolacombe and Saunton offer long stretches of sandy beach that are ideal for surfing
and sailboarding. Clovelly is a real beauty spot, and very picturesque, while Appledore
is a picture-perfect fishing village. Ilfracombe is a more traditional seaside resort, but is not overly-commercialised, while the twin towns of Lynton and Lynmouth have an atmosphere all their own. Don’t miss the wonderful water-powered funicular railway here.
South Devon
Justly famous as one of England’s finest destinations, South Devon has everything
you need for the perfect cottage holiday. Go2 has an extensive collection of holiday lets and cottages in South Devon, all ideally located for the many attractions on offer here. The fabulous
coastline, stretching from Sidmouth to Plymouth is the main draw here. There are
glorious beaches, mysterious estuaries, rugged cliffs and sandy coves to explore,
as well as the famous English Riviera. Taking in the resorts of Torquay, Paignton
and Brixham, it offers all the facilities you need for a great seaside cottage holiday.
Or if you prefer somewhere quieter on one of our South Devon holidays, there
are the Georgian charms of Sidmouth, or Salcombe, long a favourite with sailors. Inland,
you can get away from it all in the rugged splendours of Dartmoor National Park
or just enjoy the rolling hills and rural delights of the South Devon countryside.
Make time for a visit to Exeter, the bustling capital of the region, with its cathedral,
cobbled streets and wide selection of shops. Or step back in time to the Elizabethan
age in Totnes with its charming tudor houses.
Find holiday cottages and lets in
Sidmouth
with Go2
Find hotels in
Sidmouth
with Go2
Find Bed & Breakfast (B&Bs) and Guesthouses in
Sidmouth
with BedAndBreakfasts.co.uk
Find campsites in
Sidmouth
with PitchUp.com
What to Visit and Where to Eat in
Sidmouth
Wondering what to do when you get there? Where to visit?
How to keep the kids quiet? Have a browse of the great 'Days Out With The Kids'
website to get some ideas.
Find days out and attractions in
Sidmouth
Hungry? For great restaurants and cafes in
Sidmouth
pay the following sites a visit...
Find restaurants in
Sidmouth
at Yell.com
Find restaurants in
Sidmouth
at the Resturant Guide
For more great dining in
Sidmouth
visit Sugar Vine
If you like walking then be sure to visit the following
site before heading off to
Sidmouth...
Walks Around
Britain - Britain's only walking website with
video walks. Walking routes, maps, information and more about walking in Britain
- on DVD and Blu-ray too.
Finally, if you're packing your cycles and want to find
some great routes in the
Sidmouth
area then...
Cycle-Route.com
- should have all the information you'll need. As
well as cycle routes this site is also packed with information, guides, a store
and its own forums.
The Weather in
Sidmouth
Will it rain or will it shine? Here's the outlook for
Sidmouth
over the next few days...
How to Get There - Your Transport Travel Guide to
Sidmouth
That's it - you've decided. You've read our travel
guide to
Sidmouth
and you're convinced.
Sidmouth
is the place for you. So, how do you get there? Just follow the helpful links below...
Planes, trains or automobiles... Transport Direct will point you
in the right direction!
Or simply plan your journey
with Traveline :-)
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Travelling to or from Ireland? Don't forget the ferry! Not only does it give you
the freedom of taking your own car but it provides a superb experience of travelling
by sea and exploring the coastline. With convenient routes between Holyhead and Dublin, or Pembroke and Rosslare, we recommend
Irish Ferries for great, low-cost, transport. They are the leading Irish ferry company and provide both an excellent service, and excellent prices.
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User Guides
Sidmouth is a very pleasant seaside resort on the south coast of Devon. What strikes me the most is that it is a very well-maintained, clean and tidy town. An example of this is seen at the very well kept Connaught Gardens, not far from the town centre. The town itself is of average size, with a good range of shops (including many independent, specialist shops, such as gift shops), accommodation and restaurants. There is an esplanade at the sea front, and then a pebble beach. On both the east and west sides of the beach, there are towering red-stone cliffs which give for very impressive views. It is true to say that Sidmouth appeals more to the elderly generation, and is not a brash, loud resort at all. Therefore, if you are younger and looking for a more lively resort, this is clearly not for you. But the fact that Sidmouth is not a “Newquay” is exactly why I like the town ! Overall then, the visitor will not be disappointed. A final note is that Sidmouth also acts as a good base if you stayed for a week or so – as it is not far from other nearby attractive villages like Beer, attractions such as Bicton Gardens, and also not far from towns such as Honiton and Exmouth – and even Exeter is not that far away.
Cliff, Cranfield
17 February 2012
(User Guides on Go2 are based on genuine reports from visitors to the area listed
and represent their personal opinion only. User Guides may not be available for
all locations.)
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