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South West Travel Blog

14th May 2025

Our New Children’s Art Competition for Devon Air Ambulance

At Helpful Holidays, we’re proud to be part of the close-knit Devon community, and we’re delighted to be supporting...

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28th February 2025

What’s On Devon 2025: The Best Events in Devon

From family festivals and country shows to sporting events and fancy dress, here’s what’s on in Devon in 2025....

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15th January 2025

8 Best Things to do in North Devon

Embark on an unforgettable adventure in North Devon! From breathtaking coastlines to charming countryside, this picturesque region is brimming...

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Day Out Guides Perranporth Beach surfing Cornwall
6 years ago

10 Cornish Beaches for Bodyboarding and Surfing

Whether you’ve little ones eager to try out their bodyboards or you’re looking for some A-frames to practice your...

Impact Pink Breast Cancer Awareness ribbon on green background
6 years ago

Bra Bunting in Chagford: Raising Money for Against Breast Cancer

Here at Helpful Holidays your local holiday letting company we have been collecting bras to donate to the charity...

Day Out Guides Open Swimming Dartmoor
6 years ago

Devon’s Best 10 Wild Swimming Places

Sun sparkling on deep pools, dappled green leaves overhead – who could resist a refreshing dip in Devon’s beautiful...

Travel Tips Compton House (Ref.975951) Somerset cottage swimming pool
6 years ago

Big Holiday Houses with Swimming Pools for Large Groups

Dive in! We’ve a fabulous choice of holiday homes with pools for everyone to make a splash… A week...

Owner Advice Save-money-for-home-cost
6 years ago

Owner Advice: A simple way to finance your holiday let mortgage

Are you thinking of investing in another holiday property? Talk of borrowing tends to put people off but, did...

Owner Advice
6 years ago

The dos and don’ts of a holiday let- first impressions

First Impressions As the saying goes, you never get a second chance to make a first impression, so it’s...