East Devon & The Jurassic Coast (Slow Travel) : Local, characterful guides to Britain's special places

Part of Bradt's award-winning Slow Travel series to UK regions

This thoroughly updated third edition remains the most comprehensive and only standalone guide available to East Devon and the Jurassic Coast. Written with genuine insider knowledge by those who live in the area, combined with colourful, enthusiastic and witty writing plus contributions from local experts, this guidebook is as much a pleasure to read as it is an invaluable companion for exploration.

East Devon is the fourth most popular county for UK holidaymakers—and deservedly so. Over a hundred square miles are designated a National Landscape (formerly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), while the internationally famous Jurassic Coast is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From the charmingly developed coastal town of Seaton with its wildlife-packed wetlands, to Lyme Regis—Britain's fossil-hunting capital and setting for the 2020 film Ammonite—this region offers endless discoveries. Explore the reopened South West Coast Path, try paddleboarding off Seaton beach, cycle through the sensational Seaton Wetlands, savour artisan local coffee and regional wines, giggle at quirky festivals like Colyton's ancient Goose Fayre and Ottery's tar barrels, and finish with a Devon cream tea in the picturesque fishing village of Beer.

With an emphasis on car-free travel—walking, cycling and local buses—this guide features detailed descriptions, historical glimpses, folklore and personal anecdotes that will inspire your exploration of this remarkable corner of England.