What's On May | Devon's Top Attractions

What’s On Highlights May

There’s lots to do for all the family

Keep the whole family fully entertained and give the children a great time in Devon this May.

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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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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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Beryl Cook: Pride and Joy

10am-5pm Tuesday-Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays Closed on Easter Sunday Beryl Cook: Pride and Joy features more than 80 works, from…

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Glass Vessel Workshop - House of Marbles
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30
May

Glass Vessel Workshop at House of Marbles | May 2026

Dive into the captivating art of glassmaking with our Glass Vessel Workshop – a favourite for those seeking to craft…

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08
May

Live Music Night – Carnaby Street

Live music in Exmouth reaches a whole new level with our Live Music Night Boat Trips! These gigs are perfect…

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28
May

Dinosaur Safari Tram

Spot prehistoric creatures from your very own safari tram, tick them off your explorer’s map, and follow your Ranger deep…

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17
Oct

Live Music Nights – Reckless

Live music in Exmouth reaches a whole new level with our Live Music Night Boat Trips! These gigs are perfect…

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Colour

Colour is key to helping us make sense of the world, used to communicate by wildlife, plants and people alike.…

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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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Sep

Day Trip to Torquay or Brixham

Every Thursday during our summer season we have the best day out in Devon with our Torquay or Brixham Day…

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Nov

Sunday Lunch at South Devon Railway

A three course Sunday Lunch will be served at your seat in the 1950s Restaurant Car including a menu of…

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03
Oct

Live Music Night – Carnaby Street

Live music in Exmouth reaches a whole new level with our Live Music Night Boat Trips! These gigs are perfect…

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Glass Bird Workshop - House of Marbles
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31
May

Glass Bird Workshop at House of Marbles | May 2026

In just 30 minutes, you’ll transform molten glass into a beautiful, hand-sculpted bird during this hands-on workshop. Choose from three…

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NPG 7153. Portrait of Mai (Omai), Sir Joshua Reynolds c 1776 (detail). Oil on canvas; 236 x 145.5cm. Image courtesy of National Portrait Gallery, London and Getty.
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Journeys with Mai

10am-5pm Tuesday-Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays Closed on Easter Sunday Centre stage in the exhibition is Portrait of Mai by Plympton-born…

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Dec

Brass Rubbing Trail at House of Marbles

The trail is just £2, including a booklet & crayons which can be kept as a keepsake of your visit.…

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09
May

Geology Day Trip

Join award-winning Stuart Line Cruises for a very special opportunity to explore Devon’s magnificent coastlines from the entirely unique perspective…

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Buckfast Abbey food festival 2026
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30
May

Buckfast Abbey Food Festival 2026

The Food Festival takes place on 29th & 30th May 10am – 5pm Join us for a 2 day food festival showcasing…

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24
May

6 hour Endurance

Think you’ve got what it takes to go the distance? The Super 6 is a six-hour endurance race designed to…

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May

Haldon Forest Bark

Explore exciting stalls in our mutts’ marketplace, featuring stores, artists, vets, and  more. Have a go at activities with your…

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Magical Unicorn Festival at Pennywell Farm!

We’ve been hearing some very exciting rumours…✨ The unicorns may be returning to Pennywell Farm in 2026! ✨ While nothing…

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18
Sep

Geology Day Trip

Join award-winning Stuart Line Cruises for a very special opportunity to explore Devon’s magnificent coastlines from the entirely unique perspective…

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Clovelly Seaweed festival
24
May

Seaweed Festival

Prepare to be amazed by the incredible world of seaweed! The annual Seaweed Festival celebrates seaweed’s delicious flavours, vibrant colours,…

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31
May

Picnic at the Park – 50th Birthday Celebration!

Join us for a special day of fun, food, and festivities at River Dart Country Park as we celebrate our…

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May Half Term Week

May Half Term Week Our May Half Term Week has activities every day – open from 10:00 until 17:00 Join…

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