The Ashton Court Hotel is situated in a prime location on historic Beacon, a leisurely walk from the town centre and shops. It offers ensuite bedrooms and a comfortable restaurant with choice menu.

Step into a world of Victorian imagination at Knightshayes Court, a remarkable Gothic Revival mansion set amid the rolling Devon countryside near Tiverton. Gargoyles peer down from the roofline, an angel watches from the central gable, and intricate stonework hints at the treasures within. Inside, prepare to be enchanted by gilded ceilings, a dramatic vaulted hall and wonderfully eccentric carved details that reveal Burges's love of 13th-century French Gothic style

The 50 acres of gardens are a feast for the senses throughout the seasons. Wander through formal terraces ablaze with summer colour, discover the whimsical topiary hunt – complete with fox and hounds frozen in pursuit – and pause beside a peaceful lily pool. Beyond, the 'Garden in the Wood' beckons with rare trees and dappled shade, while the magnificently restored Walled Kitchen Garden bursts with heritage vegetables and fruits, offering a glimpse of Victorian horticulture at its finest

There's something wonderfully nostalgic about climbing aboard a heritage tram and watching the Devon countryside glide gently past. Seaton Tramway offers exactly this – a scenic three-mile journey through the glorious Axe Valley aboard lovingly restored, vintage-style trams

From the open top deck, you'll enjoy uninterrupted views across the River Axe estuary and through two nature reserves, where herons, egrets and other wading birds are regularly spotted. The route connects the coastal resort of Seaton – a gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coast – with the ancient town of Colyton, known as 'Devon's Most Rebellious Town' for its role in the Monmouth Rebellion of 1685. With its charming period stations and unhurried pace, this is travel as it once was – peaceful, scenic and utterly delightful

Visit The Donkey Sanctuary, a haven of calm nestled in the beautiful Devon countryside near Sidmouth. Here, hundreds of rescued donkeys have found their forever home, and they're always pleased to meet visitors. Stroll through award-winning gardens, follow scenic trails with views towards the coast, and take time to say hello to these gentle, characterful creatures. With a welcoming café serving delicious homemade treats, this is a place to slow down, breathe deeply and simply enjoy the moment

Sidmouth, with its elegant Regency architecture and timeless seaside charm, rewards those who explore at their own pace. Stroll along the Esplanade, where the sound of waves and the sight of dramatic red cliffs provide a perfect backdrop, or browse the town's independent shops – from antique emporiums to local galleries – or settle into a café for a leisurely coffee

However you choose to spend your day, Sidmouth offers that rare gift: the freedom to do as much or as little as you please, in one of Devon's most picturesque settings

This holiday departs from our Main Pick Up Points:

Corby, Desborough, Higham Ferrers, Kettering, Lutterworth, Market Harborough, Northampton, Oadby, Rothwell, Rushden, Thrapston, Wellingborough