History Events in Devon - Devon's Top Attractions

Are you interested and curious about our local history and heritage? Tours, talks and themed days all make up the list of fascinating heritage events in one of the country’s most history-rich areas. See the list of history events in Devon.

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18
Oct

Gold Steam at South Devon Railway

Gold Steam Drive a Train at South Devon Railway! Book on at Buckfastleigh Station at 8.30am and enjoy a tour…

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08
Jul

Exeter Canal Cruise

Join us travelling at a relaxing pace as we sail along Exeter Canal, sit back and soak up the scenery,…

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22
Jul

Exeter Canal Cruise

Join us travelling at a relaxing pace as we sail along Exeter Canal, sit back and soak up the scenery,…

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06
May

Hermitage Open Day

Step inside one of Bicton Park’s most intriguing hidden features with our special Hermitage Open Day. On this unique occasion,…

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17
Oct

Silver Steam at South Devon Railway

Silver Steam Drive a Train at South Devon Railway! Book on at Buckfastleigh at either 9.00 or 12.45 where you…

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25
Aug

Pirate Tram “SEATON PEARL”

Ahoy, Me Hearties, this year ye old “Seaton Pearl” sets sail on her voyage following the Axe Estuary, where we…

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21
Sep

Exeter Canal Cruise

Join us travelling at a relaxing pace as we sail along Exeter Canal, sit back and soak up the scenery,…

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09
Sep

Hermitage Open Day

Step inside one of Bicton Park’s most intriguing hidden features with our special Hermitage Open Day. On this unique occasion,…

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Woolsery Agricultural Show
27
Jul

Woolsery Agricultural Show

A fun-filled day packed with a programme of activities.  Classes include crafts, cattle and sheep, together with horse and pony…

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Clyston Mill, Broadclyst
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May

Killerton’s History: Clyston Mill

To coincide with National Mills Weekend visit this historic watermill in Broadclyst village on the Killerton estate. Step back in…

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19
Jul

Maritime Festival

The day will be full of fun for all ages and packed with a programme of all sorts of activities,…

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Countess Wear
10
Sep

Countess Wear Evening Cruise

Summer Evening Pleasure Cruise in Devon Spend an incredible summer’s night relaxing and watching the sunset on the water on…

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Jun

Hermitage Open Day

Step inside one of Bicton Park’s most intriguing hidden features with our special Hermitage Open Day. On this unique occasion,…

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Sep

Agatha Christie Festival 2026

Celebrate Agatha Christie in the place of her birth on the English Riviera.  Step into the area’s outstanding literary and…

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17
Oct

Ploughman’s Lunch at South Devon Railway

Join South Devon Railway for a wonderful Ploughman’s Lunch served at your seat on selected dates. The finest homemade treats…

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25
Jul

Natural Seaton Festival

Seaton Tramway is proud to be organising and hosting the Natural Seaton Festival 2026 at various locations around the town. …

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30
Aug

Lobster and Crab Feast

Clovelly celebrates its famous sustainably caught lobsters and crabs. Join us for a day of delicious seafood, family-friendly fun and…

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17
Oct

Pullman Cream Tea at South Devon Railway

A traditional Cream Tea or savoury alternative will be served at your seat aboard Pullman Car ‘Lydia’ on the 15.45…

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23
Jun

Exeter Canal Cruise

Join us travelling at a relaxing pace as we sail along Exeter Canal, sit back and soak up the scenery,…

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25
Dec

Christmas Day Swim Cruise

Get the BEST view of Exmouth’s Christmas Day Swim! One of Exmouth’s grandest Christmas traditions is the Christmas Day Swim…

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08
Oct

Hermitage Open Day

Step inside one of Bicton Park’s most intriguing hidden features with our special Hermitage Open Day. On this unique occasion,…

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17
Oct

Restaurant Car Cream Tea at South Devon Railway

A traditional Cream Tea or savoury alternative will be served at your seat aboard our 1950s Restaurant Car on the…

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01
Nov

History off the Hanger-Fashion Exhibition

Killerton’s fashion exhibition for 2026 – History off the Hanger, 300 years of hidden stories from the wardrobe. This year…

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May

Afternoon Tea at South Devon Railway

A traditional afternoon tea, including a selection of sandwiches, savouries, and cakes made using fresh local ingredients, will be served…

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