Three Activities to Try in Devon
When people think of Devon, they might think about the seaside as well as cities, such as Exeter, and all they have to offer. However, there is a lot more to Devon and its countryside than people might think. In this article, we're going to discuss just that and open up your eyes to three activities in Devon that you may not have thought of doing before.
A Day at the Devon Races
Horse racing in Devon is a popular activity amongst both locals and visitors. Race meets such as the Exeter Races draw enthusiasts from up and down the country, while on a national scale, meets like the Grand National bring in around 150,000 punters according to the BBC. This has meant that horse racing's enduring popularity now transcends industry. For example, in the iGaming sector, UK gaming company Buzz Bingo offers Slingo products such as Gold Horsey and Big Horsey Fortune. These games contain classic Slingo features, like free spins and wilds in a themed horse racing game, providing gamers with a chance to experience a day at the races online. In the film industry, movies like Seabiscuit and Secretariat attract both horse racing enthusiasts and those new to the sport. However, as good as they are, witnessing racing in the flesh is an experience well worth having.
A Visit to Buckfast Abbey
Buckfast Abbey is one of the most interesting day trips you can take in Devon. A monastery founded over a thousand years ago and now run by the Benedictine order of monks, the monastery itself is located in Buckfastleigh. A visit to the grounds not only offers a chance to step back in time and learn about the history of the area, but also to get the chance to learn about bees in the apiary. Although it is no longer used to keep bees, tourists can learn how to care for bees in other workshops.
Shipwreck Diving
Here is an activity that most visitors or locals in Devon wouldn't have considered before. Diving is often associated with warmer locations to see exotic fish or coral, but Devon offers equally enjoyable experiences although it will be in lower temperatures. Diving into the freezing water can come with benefits, though.
People who have ventured there can attest to experiencing something truly unique. This is because there are several shipwrecks on the seafloor off the coast of Lyme Bay, dating back as far as the 1700s and as recently as World War II. A number of operators run trips throughout the year to these wrecks as well as nearby reefs, so no matter what visitors are looking for, they have them covered. The only thing to bear in mind is the temperature of the water!
Devon is one area of the UK that is extremely popular during the summer due to its warm days and long nights. Considering these three activities could be perfect for the warmer months, it's not hard to see why.
