The Best Rainy Day Activities in Devon
Inevitably there are days in beautiful Devon that just get bogged down by rain and fun weekend plans seem hard to come by. But Devon is filled with an array of museums, historical sites and even activity centers that make people want to get wet. So whether looking for an at-home adventure or a stupendous staycation, Devon’s got something for everyone.
Go Back In History
This 1,000 year-old-plus town is filled with rich history that can be enjoyed at a number of indoor museums or centers. Visit the Torre Abbey Museum, fun for kids and adults alike with magnificent, state-of-the-art interactive displays an array of art galleries, historically kept heritage rooms, special exhibitions and more. The Torre Abbey Museum takes guests through 800 years of history in the area. To go even further back in time, check out the Torquay Museum which features artefacts dating back 400 million years ago.
For a semi-outdoor adventure, check out Kents Cavern. This massive cave has been sheltering people and animals from the rain for over a thousand years. Combine history and geology in this unique adventure - grab your wellies for the walk in and then get nice and cozy in the cavern.
Make an At-Home Staycation
Sometimes a staycation means staying at home in the comfort of the duvets and nice, dry clothes. But there are plenty of ways to make a day-at-home extra enjoyable. Consider a classic movie marathon or a catch up on favourite series with Netflix or Amazon Prime. Or bring a little extra excitement to a rainy day and have a go with some online gaming. Online gaming sites like Redbet’s online casino offer colourful, crafty games that you can play for free or actual real prizes. Get dressed up and enjoy the glamour of visiting the casino from the living room - maybe even host a casino themed party - and relish in the thrills of some amazing online casino bonuses: free cash, spins, bets and prizes.
Willingly Get Wet
With all that outstanding coastline, it’s no wonder that Devon has an amazing aquarium. The National Marine Aquarium makes for a wonderful place to pass time on a rainy day. Full of exciting daily activities, such as feeding shows or shark shows, both kids and adults will love learning about the Devon coast and the big wide, blue world beyond it at this fun center.
If the rainy weather wasn’t a deterrent to actually getting wet, prepare for a day of adventure at the Waves Leisure Pool! This indoor tropically heated pool facility features wave machines, water flume, kiddie slides, jet-packed pools, fill’n’spill buckets and so much more. For a more mature water experience, try the Finlake Fitness facility which has a brand new pool for leisure or working out. It’s also equipped with a sauna, steam room, and offers health and beauty treatments - hello, Swedish massage - so adults can enjoy the most of their staycation, but the facility is child-friendly as well.
Pay no mind to the gloomy weather in Devon: there are a wide range of exciting activities to keep home bodies or action-lovers alike entertained!
