Historical Attractions in Devon
Knightshayes
Discover Knightshayes - a great post-war garden, 19th-century parkland and grand Gothic Revival architecture by Victorian visionary William Burges.
With acres of glorious garden and park, surrounding a spectacular Gothic Revival house, Knightshayes is the complete country gentleman's dream.
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The house is a rare example of the work of William Burges, whose lavish designs have always inspired extremes of opinion. Full of quirks and curiosities, it is a house of many faces.
Exeter Cathedral
A vibrant community hub and a world-class heritage destination, Exeter Cathedral has been at the heart of Devon for nearly a thousand years. Now, as then, it offers a refuge for reflection, a place for prayer, and a stage for artists, performers and musicians. It has witnessed a fascinating history and remains home to a living faith, a place for learning and a retreat for relaxation.
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Exeter Cathedral is, at once, a centre of innovation and of ancient treasures; telling stories of the past while carefully conserving them for the future. Innovatively sharing its secrets to welcome a new generation.
Rosemoor
Gifted to the RHS by Lady Anne Berry in 1988, the garden consisted of a house, the 3.2ha (8 acre) garden around the house and 13ha (32 acres) of pastureland. Since then, it has evolved and developed into the garden our visitors see and enjoy today.
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RHS Garden Rosemoor has a rich horticultural heritage and displays a variety of planting styles to inspire visitors for a glorious day out in Devon. It makes a beautiful backdrop for weddings and historic Rosemoor House is a lovely venue for a holiday.