BUDLEIGH SALTERTON
Budleigh Salterton, formerly Salterton or Salterne, derives its name from the manufacture of salt in large salt pans which were constructed at the lower part of the River Otter. They belonged to the priory of Otterton, and the monks had charge of the salt makers and of the pack-horses by which the salt was conveyed to the various townships and hamlets along the course of the river. The stunning coastline forms the western most section of Jurassic coast, and the cliffs on either side of the town are the unique Red Devonian Sandstone. The beach is 2.5 miles long and is formed of large pebbles it runs from Littleham Cove to the west, to Otterhead in the east. Known as Raleigh Country, Sir Walter Raleigh was born nearby in the farmhouse that is now known as Hayes Barton. Walter must have spent many of his boyhood days in Budleigh Salterton, and possibly acquired his love of the sea from the time he had in the company of fishermen on the beach there. Budleigh Salterton was made famous by a painting by Sir John Everett Millais. His picture 'The Boyhood of Raleigh' was painted from the Octagon, situated in Fore Street and the ancient wall featured in the background is still standing. Budleigh Salterton is the home of Mark, better known as Wizz, Watts, his wife and family.
HONITON
This bustling Devon market town is famous for Honiton lace and Honiton pottery and is regarded as the antiques capital of the south west. Honiton was once an important staging post on the Exeter to London route and the surrounding scenery has seen little since 1724. Daniel Defoe, author of Robinson Crusoe, described the view from Honiton Hill as 'the most beautiful landscape in the world'. Honiton is famous worldwide for its intricate finely crafted bobbin lace traditionally used in royal items such as Queen Victoria's wedding dress, and more recently in Prince George's christening gown. Almost as well known is the famous Honiton Pottery, although no longer made in the town collectors’ hunt for pieces which can be found in the plethora of antique shops. AllHallows Museum on the High Street is the oldest building in Honiton. It dates to the 13th century and is now a museum housing the most extensive display of Honiton Lace in the world. The countryside around Honiton boasts many local beauty spots including magnificent Iron Age Hembury Fort and Blackbury Camp. One of the Partners/Directors, Neil Huggett lives in Honiton with his wife and family.
EXMOUTH
The main attraction of Exmouth is the two miles of coastline which is perfect for swimming, water sport, fishing and boating. The lovely sandy beach is ideal for families to play on to build sandcastles or explore the rock pools. Exmouth is the gateway to the UNESCO Jurassic Coat World Heritage Site, with 250 million year old cliffs, exposing a wealth of geological history. From Exmouth you can explore this unique area either by walking along coastal path or why not take a Stuart Line Cruise. Cyclists can follow the cycle path that takes you all the way along the seafront or along the beautiful Exe Estuary Trail to the picture-postcard village of Lympstone then onto Topsham and Exeter. History comes alive in Exmouth and Lady Nelson, Shelly and Byron are just some of the famous names that are connected to the town, not to mention the infamous Duchess of York, wife of the Grand Old Duke of York. In fact Lady Nelson is buried in Littleham Churchyard, not far from our main office on the Pankhurst Industrial Estate.
Exmouth is the home of Dave Watts, his wife and family.
The main attraction of Exmouth is the two miles of coastline which is perfect for swimming, water sport, fishing and boating. The lovely sandy beach is ideal for families to play on to build sandcastles or explore the rock pools. Exmouth is the gateway to the UNESCO Jurassic Coat World Heritage Site, with 250 million year old cliffs, exposing a wealth of geological history. From Exmouth you can explore this unique area either by walking along coastal path or why not take a Stuart Line Cruise. Cyclists can follow the cycle path that takes you all the way along the seafront or along the beautiful Exe Estuary Trail to the picture-postcard village of Lympstone then onto Topsham and Exeter. History comes alive in Exmouth and Lady Nelson, Shelly and Byron are just some of the famous names that are connected to the town, not to mention the infamous Duchess of York, wife of the Grand Old Duke of York. In fact Lady Nelson is buried in Littleham Churchyard, not far from our main office on the Pankhurst Industrial Estate.
Exmouth is the home of Dave Watts, his wife and family.