If you’re looking for things to do in Sidmouth and East Devon during your stay, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re interested in outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, or simply exploring the stunning Devon coastline, our guide offers everything you need to plan the perfect visit. From local sporting activities in Sidmouth, such as walking or cycling along scenic trails, to visiting the historic Exeter Cathedral, there’s no shortage of exciting options. The Royal York & Faulkner Hotel is the perfect base for discovering the best of Devon, with something to suit every guest’s interests and preferences.
There are lots of places to visit and things to do during your stay in Devon. The county encompasses splendid scenery, picture postcard villages, beaches, fossil cliffs, medieval towns and moorland national parks. You can take a delightful stroll through the town and gardens of Sidmouth or a coastal walk along the famous South West Coast Path.
The nearby cathedral city of Exeter is well worth a visit with its underground passages, historic quayside and array of shops and restaurants in the newly revamped Princesshay and Guildhall areas. Further afield, Dartmoor is a great for a day trip. Whether you like vast open spaces or country lanes with hidden villages, Devon’s National Park has it all.
Honiton is famous for its lacemaking and antiques, whilst Ottery St Mary is one of Devon’s oldest towns. Its church was consecrated in 1260 and has been described as a ‘mini Exeter Cathedral’. Ottery is also the birthplace of the romantic poet, Samuel Taylor Coleridge.
Lyme Regis, with its famous cobb and harbour, is surrounded by beautiful coastline and countryside.
Hopefully this list gives an overview of some of the wonderful places to visit whilst staying in Sidmouth and Devon.
Entertainment takes place in the Faulkner Lounge Bar of the Royal York & Faulkner Hotel several evenings a week, and includes music and a weekly quiz.
Guests preferring a quiet drink, can take advantage of our service bar, which is located behind reception, and relax in any of our three comfortable lounges.
Private guests of the hotel may swim free of charge at Sidmouth’s public indoor heated pool, just 200 yards from the hotel. (We regret that this facility does not extend to those guests on group bookings.)
The pool is kept at a comfortable 29ºC/84ºF and measures 25 metres x 10.5 metres. The depth ranges from a shallow 0.9 metres to 2 metres at the deep end. Guests wishing to swim can collect a voucher from the hotel reception. Please note that certain programme restrictions may apply
