Of all the travel guide series this is, in our opinion,  by far the best, and I couldn’t resist picking up this particular guide to Devon – as reading about it is the next best thing to being there. I particularly like the full-page inserts where local people tell of their favourite spots, restaurants, pubs etc…the information seems much more meaningful when it comes live from someone on the spot. And, having used the companion guide to Cornwall last time we were down that way, I can vouch for the fact that the recommendations seem to hit the mark.

These seem particularly thoughtful guides as they have all the sections you want to see in there…

What to see and do in fair weather

Ditto in wet weather

What to do with children

The Best …places to stay

The Best…food and drink

Eating out

Staying in

Further afield

There are of course lots of insets on the highlights of Devon, whether it’s churches, film locations or whatever. I just loved reading it from cover to cover and planning our next trip. Highly recommended.