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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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Owner Advice
6 years ago

Low Cost Holiday Home Renovation

Perched on the waterfront in Lympstone is a pearl of space and light, a stunning example of property renovation…...

Owner Advice
6 years ago

Risk Assessments for Holiday Homes

Ask the Experts: How do I compile a Risk Assessment for my holiday cottage? Ask the experts… Q. We’ve...

Seasonal
6 years ago

Wassailing in West Country Apple Orchards

Come and join us in a riotous ancient tradition to put the wind up evil spirits and guarantee a...

Owner Advice
6 years ago

Escape to the Country and Let Your Own Cottages

Ex-Londoner Paul Chivers tells us about his family’s ambitious renovation project in East Devon… We spoke to the owners...

Owner Advice Guest book in holiday cottages
6 years ago

Visitors’ Books in Holiday Cottages

Is it good practice to provide a visitors’ book for guests or does it invite negative comments? Let’s ask...

Travel Tips
6 years ago

Top 4 Romantic Honeymoon Cottages

The most beautiful and extraordinary West Country cottages for two… These cottages are magical honeymoon destinations, divine hand-picked places...