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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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Owner Advice Holiday home mortgage advice
4 weeks ago

Holiday Home Mortgage Guide with Chris Towell

Do you dream of owning your own holiday home?  Are you considering purchasing a holiday home? Understanding the mortgage...

Owner Advice View of the Somerset Levels.
1 month ago

Top tips on buying a holiday home in the South West

Buying a holiday home in the South West is a great way to reap the benefits of this holidaymaker’s...

Owner Advice Planning permission for holiday lets - barn conversion
1 month ago

Planning Permission for Holiday Lets

Are you thinking of making the most of the surge in the UK staycation market by letting your house...

Owner Advice Dartmoor - buying a holiday home to let
1 month ago

Buying a Holiday Home to Let in the South West

Have you ever thought about buying a holiday home to let out as a business? If you have, we...

Owner Advice Holiday Home Council Tax
1 month ago

Holiday Let Business Rates vs Second Home Council Tax

Owning a holiday home, whether it’s for your own use or run as a holiday let business, will mean...

Events Wedding couple - Dartmoor Wedding venues
1 month ago

22 Dartmoor Wedding Venues We Love

From rustic barns to castles, manor houses, and luxurious hotels, there are wedding venues on Dartmoor to suit every...