There are so many reasons why people flock down to Devon on holiday each year, from surfing, coastline footpaths to moorland walks. Having experienced the best of what Devon has to offer, you’re likely to be slightly jaded and require something to recharge your family’s batteries, which is why we’ve put together a guide of another of Devon’s great attractions, its farmers markets.

With so much of our food coming from supermarkets modern society can often feel detached from our culinary heritage and customs. Farmers markets provide a great platform for food artisans to showcase some really tasty stuff. They are also a great way for holidaymakers to delve into local cultural traditions and reconnect with seasonal food that is produced locally and enjoyed at the source.
To help you along the way we’ve put together an interactive map, that way you’ll spend more time tasting and less time sitting in traffic.
Budleigh Salterton Farmers Market
Pin Colour: Red
When: The last Friday of every month from 9am – 1pm
Location: Rolle Mews Car Park, Budleigh Salterton, EX9 6NG
Just down the road from Ladram Bay, the Budleigh Salterton farmers market has a wide selection of produce from Clinton Devon Estates, including a range of venison via the estates deer management program.
Exeter’s Farmers Market
Pin Colour: Yellow
When: Every Thursday 9am – 2pm
Location: Bedford Square, Exeter, EX1 1QA
Foodies keen on tasting the Westcountry’s best offerings can try and buy a wide range of food and drink at the Exeter Farmers Market. The market is in the heart of the city centre and provides a great setting as a food destination.
Visitors can browse a delicious range of meats from chicken, pork, lamb, venison, beef and fish, to organic fruit and vegetables, apple juice, preserves, bread, pies and cakes.
Local knowledge: Farmers markets provide a great place to talk directly to the people who know a lot about food and how it is made, even if you don’t buy you can still get tips to improve your home cooking!
Exmouth Farmers Market
Pin Colour: Pink
When: Second Wednesday of each month 9am – 1.30pm
Location: Strand Gardens, Exmouth, EX8 4NP
Exmouth Farmers Market is located in the recently redeveloped Strand Gardens right in the heart of Exmouth town centre. The market was started in 2003 and provides a great range produce from fish, meat, fruit, vegetables to dairy products and much more.
All product is of a fantastic standard with traceability at the heart of this, just ask the stallholders who have been directly involved in producing the goods on offer to their ever growing fan base.
Local knowledge: Do you keep animals yourself? Ask the producers about their organic and free-range conditions and see if you can pick up any tips to take home with you?
Honiton Farmers Market
Pin Colour: Light Green
When: Third Thursday of each month 9am – 1pm
Location: Lace Walk Car Park, Honiton, EX14 1LT
Honiton Farmers’ Market offers a very agricultural experience with local meats being brought straight from the farm. Other tasty goods on offer include fresh organic bread and vegetables. The market also has some specialist produce that include rare breed pork, venison and wild boar. For those less concerned about meat there are also a lovely range of local flowers, fruit and local honey’s to take home. Flowers, Herbs, Fruit and Honey.
Killerton House Farmers Market
Pin Colour: Orange
When: Third Saturday of each month March – October 10.30am – 2.30pm
Location: Killerton House, Broadclyst, EX5 3LE
Can you picture a better place to sample local farming produce than the grand setting of a beautiful National Trust country house? Nope, neither can we.
Don’t worry of your holiday doesn’t match up with the 5 suggestions above, here are a few other recommended farmers markets dotted around beautiful Devon.
Ashburton Farmers Market
Pin Colour: Navy Blue
When: 5 days a week Tuesday – Sunday – open all day
Location: Library end of the West St Car Park, Ashburton, TQ13 7QH
Barnstable Farmers Market
Pin Colour: Brown
When: Every Tuesday and Friday
Location: Pannier Market, Barnstaple, EX31 1SY
Dartmouth Farmers Market
Pin Colour: Lavender
When: Second Saturday of the month
Location: The Old Market, Dartmouth, TQ6 9QF
Paignton Farmers Market
Pin Colour: Light Grey
When: Held every first and third Wednesday of each month from 9.30am – 2.30pm
Location: Occombe Farm, Preston Down Road, TQ3 1RN
Greendale Farm Shop
Pin Colour: Dark Green
If you find there’s simply too much to do in Devon and can’t make it to a farmers market then be sure to try Greendale Farm Shop, it is open 7 days a week and is less than 20 mins from Ladram Bay. The shop has a tasty selection of meat, game, seafood, fruit and vegetables from trusted local producers.
Our latest post highlights the benefits of Holiday Home Ownership in the UK.
Obviously we’re going to be (a little) biased for this one but for those of you who may never have considered Holiday Home Ownership it’s a pretty compelling argument.
1. Having a hassle-free holiday
Nobody likes being stuck in crowded or overpriced airports, putting up with cancelled flights or unsuitable accommodation. The small details such as overseas insurance, transfers or setting aside holiday money can soon add up to become more hassle in our busy lives. Luckily, if you have a Holiday Home in the UK, you won’t have to put up with any of it. Once you’ve bought the home, that stress can all be a thing of the past.
2. Time in a great location
There’s nothing better than spending time in an area you love, exploring the culture, activities, food and attractions, going for long walks or even just pottering about.
3. Holidays on demand
A Holiday Home is yours to use at any time when you so choose, and if you buy somewhere closer to home a last minute escape is always an option.
4. Your escape, your way
When you have a Holiday Home of your own, there’s no need to constantly bring all of your stuff back and forth each time you want to have a break and you can personalise your space to suit your tastes. Spend less time packing and more time relaxing. Everything is right where you left it.
5. Time with the family
Buying a Holiday Home is an investment in your family, not just a financial investment. Giving your family fond memories of time spent with each other is priceless.
6. The dog can come with you
If you have a Holiday Home in the UK it’s easy to take the dog, so none of the family have to be left behind. We allow Owners to bring up to 2 dogs per visit.
7. De-stressing is good for you
The perfect time to unwind and de-stress is while you’re on a holiday, away from the problems of daily life. If you stay in the UK, you don’t need to worry about aspects of local life and travel you’re unfamiliar with, and potentially there’s less to go wrong. Avoid stress and stay in the UK.
8 Have a tech-break
It’s hard to put phones down and turn the TV off at home, but when you arrive at your Holiday Home it can be your conscious choice to detox from technology, if you want it to be.
9. An investment opportunity
If you’re happy to sublet, you could consider the subletting scheme offered by Ladram Bay Holiday Park. The remuneration made from this scheme can certainly help pay toward your site fees and annual expenses.
10. Treat yourself
Most of us occasionally also need a little space from time to time, to rest, recharge our batteries and return to our jobs and families healthy, happy and energised. Having you own escape in case you need a bit of peace and quiet can keep you in better shape both mentally and physically so it’s not necessarily totally indulgent, it’s common sense too.
Considering Holiday Home Ownership at Ladram Bay Holiday Park? We’ve a sensational selection of Brand new and Pre-loved Holiday Homes waiting for your perusal. Simply pop into our Sales Showground or call our friendly team on 01395 568761 to book your park tour. We look forward to welcoming you to our fabulous 5-star park.
10 Reasons to buy a Holiday Home
On Wednesday 17th July 2019 Mascots from across Devon participated in the annual Adventure Golf championship.
Prior to Shane Lowry’s success at the Royal Portrush on Sunday, the golfing world’s attention was focused Ladram Bay – it just wasn’t picked up mainstream media. Many in the club house (also known as the swimming pool complex) were calling this the unofficial 5th major of the year & looking at the team lineups it was easy to see why.
Our player guide certainly demonstrates the stiff competition Pickles, Ozzie & Captain Scratch were up against.
With so many plots & sub-plots, a riveting narrative surrounded the 2019 event, held one one of Devon’s most famous links course. Could Crealy’s Blossom Bear emulate the form Buddy the Bear, which had seen him win in 2016 & 2017, or would Gilbert the Station Master become only the second entrant (after Buddy the Bear) to win back-to-back tournaments?
Being super profession partiality was required on our behalf, but only the most partisan fan would begrudge ‘Appy Angus a victory – having finished on the podium in 2016 (3nd) & 2nd in 2017 & 2018.
The Winner: Pickles the Parrot
Pickles the Parrot celebrates with the other 10 mascots overlooking Ladram Bay
A tense opening round saw little to separate the leading group. The smart money had been on the players with big tournament experience, but as it transpired Pickles the Parrot held his nerve to clinch his first Mascot Golf Championship. In second place was Ella the Owl, who held off a late charge from Captain Scratch. The Ladram Bay mascots are ultimately thrilled with their performance, having beaten the previous best showing of 3rd in 2018 (tied with Pippa Pig from Pennywell Farm).
Mascot Golf 2019: Image Gallery
Player guide
Pickles the Parrot greeting fans at the tee off.
Pickles the Parrot
Representing: Ladram Bay
Previous form guide: Group stage exit 2016
2019 Result: 1st
Consistent short game form Ella the Owl
Ella the Owl
Representing: Hospiscare
Previous form guide: New entrant for 2019
2019 Result: 2nd
Captain Scratch in the zone
Captain Scratch
Representing: Ladram Bay
Previous form guide: Group stage exit 2018
2019 Result: 3rd
Ozzie looks to build on his 3rd in 2018
Ozzie the Otter
Representing: Ladram Bay
Previous form guide: 3rd in 2018 (tied with Pippa Pig)
2019 Result: Group stage exit
Grecian the Lion silencing an Argyle fan
Grecian the Lion
Representing: Exeter City Football Club
Previous form guide: Group stage exit 2017
2019 Result: Group stage exit
Buddy the Bear celebrates with the fans
Blossom Bear
Representing: Crealy
Previous form guide: New entrant for 2019.
2019 Result: Group stage exit
‘Appy Angus offering advice on the 5th
‘Appy Angus
Representing: World of Country Life
Previous form guide: 2nd in 2018, 2nd in 2017 & 3rd 2016
2019 Result: Group stage exit
2018 winner Gilbert the Station Master
Gilbert the Station Master
Representing: Seaton Tramway
Previous form guide: 1st in 2018
2019 Result: Group stage exit
The Dragon gets fired up at the 3rd hole
The Dragon
Representing: Pete’s Dragon
Previous form guide: Group stage exit 2018
2019 Result: Group stage exit
Ambrose the Bear putting in it
Ambrose the Bear
Representing: Devon Air Ambulance
Previous form guide: Group stage exit 2016
2019 Result: Group stage exit
Ledley tee’s off with a putter
Ledley
Representing: LED Leisure
Previous form guide: Group stage exit 2016
2019 Result: Group stage exit
Mascots Golf Championship 2019
In recent years we’ve made several new additions to our beach facilities aimed at pleasing kids & big kids alike. So if you’re new to Ladram Bay or haven’t visited in several years, the following post covers things to do whilst on the beach, allowing you to make the most of your family getaway.
You’ve just arrived at Ladram Bay, checked-in, ticked off the essentials shopping list & got your uniform inflatable primed. Firstly take a minute to appreciate your amazing parenting skills & then think about your next port of call, the beach.
Use the bullet points (below) to navigate directly to a particular beach based activity. Should it take your fancy, simply click on it to skip to that section.
Paddle board hire
Kayak hire
Motor boat hire
Freshly caught seafood
Rockpooling at Ladram
Paddle board hire…
The relatively calm waters of the bay make Ladram an excellent place to try your hand (& balancing skills) at paddle boarding in East Devon. This activity is suitable for competent swimmers only.
Cost: Paddle boards can be hired directly on the beach & cost £15 for an hour.
Kayaking hire…
Our stunning stretch of Jurassic Coast is best appreciated from sea & we can think of few better (or more gratifying) ways to take in the scenery than paddling out on a kayak.
Cost: Single person kayaks can be hired on the beach & cost £12.50 per hour. Double kayaks cost £18 per hour.
Motor boat hire…
Whether your feeling like a lucky fisherman or want to take the children on a maritime adventure, Ladram Bay have motor boats for hire throughout the season. Please note boat hire is weather dependent.
Cost: Motor boats can be hired from the beach & cost £35 for 1 hour, £60 for 2 hours and £90 for 4 hours.
Freshly caught seafood…
Ladram Bay have several (very) seasoned fishermen & being situated by the ocean means we can offer some seriously fresh seafood for guests to cook up. If you are staying with us please ask a member of staff on the beach for quantities & availability – our fishermen might be good but they can’t predict what will be caught!
Rock pooling at Ladram
Ladram Bay provides the perfect rock pooling environment to bring out the zoologist in each of us & is best experienced when the weather is calm & dry as the rock pools will be still and therefore easier to spot creatures.
As rock pooling is one of our favourite things to do at Ladram check out our top tips on our dedicated blog post. Within our ‘guide to rock pooling in East Devon‘ we outline when to go, where to look & what you can expect to find.
If you’re lucky enough to find a pipefish, crab or starfish remember to return all creatures back to the area you found them.
Things to do on Ladram beach
Dogs are a man (& women’s) best friend, many of us plan our holidays around them and dread the look on their faces when the holiday bags are being packed and they get left behind.
To avoid disappointing your pooch Ladram Bay has put together a dog-walking guide. You’ll be enjoying your holiday while your canine counterpart is lapping up the best smells, swimming opportunities and chasing the odd rabbit.
In the interests of keeping the beach as clean and family friendly as possible, dogs aren’t allowed to roam across the pebbles at Ladram.
However dogs are free to enjoy all the delights of the local area, a bit like this guy did last summer his with his owner Danny James.
Below we have put together 6 of our favourite dog friendly walks complete with an interactive map, so your dog will spend more time retrieving sticks and less in the boot of the car.
Peak Hill
Start: Ladram Bay – EX9 7BX
End: Ladram Bay
Distance: 5.1 miles / 8.3 km
At Ladram some of the best dog walking routes are on our doorstep (literally). From Ladram take the Southwest Coast Path that leads (no dog pun intended) up Peak Hill and carry on along the footpath until you reach a lookout point , from here you’ll have incredible views East to Dorset and West towards Exmouth and the Exe Estuary. If you needed some inspiration before tackling the hills ascents to come back, rest assured that Taste in Sidmouth provides some of the best Ice Creams we’ve ever tried.
Info: If you’re not a resident of Ladram you will need to pay £5 to use the car park. We would advise keeping dogs on leads when close to the cliff edge and in and around Sidmouth as it can get busy during the summer months.
The River Otter
Start: Otterton Mill, Budleigh Salterton – EX9 7HG
End: Otterton Mill
Distance: 4.4 miles / 7.1 km
Just down the road from Ladram Bay, this dog walk will see you head south along the river to Budleigh beach. Along the way you’re dog is likely to find plenty of friends, swimming spots and potentially beavers. On your return you can stop off at the Otterton Mill to refuel before a short trip back to Ladram.
Info: Leads are advisable for the start / finish of the route.
Woodbury Common
Start: Woodbury Castle – see Google Maps
End: Woodbury Castle
Distance: 2.4 miles / 3.8 km
Another short journey from Ladram Bay, Woodbury Common is owned by Devon Clinton Estates and the castle (our start point) sits 550ft above sea level, the views over the Jurassic Coast and Exe Estuary are stunningly beautiful. Your dog is less likely to be concerned about the history and they can rest assured no leads are required and the choices of routes are huge. Follow the footpath signs depending on the length of walk desired.
Local knowledge: Before you go looking for a castle – it’s a natural fortified position that dates back to the Iron Age, so not turrets or drawbridges.
Info: Dogs, bikes and horses can roam free; all car parks in the area are free.
Salcombe Hill
Start: Salcombe Hill Car Park – EX10 0NY
Finish: Salcombe Hill Car Park
Length: 1.8 miles / 3 km
From Ladram Bay look east beyond Peak Hill and beyond to the next big rise in the coastline, that’s Salcombe Hill. Ambitious dogs (& owners) could walk from Ladram, but we suggest starting at Salcombe Hill car park. Cross the Alma Bridge and you’ll soon be on the cliff path zigzagging your way up the hill. At the top of the hill you’ll have fantastic views of Ladram Bay, while your pooch will be more than content with the shingle beach (dog friendly) along the route.
Info: Car park is free, less well-trained dogs might require the leads if you venture near to the cliff edge and around the quiet roads at the start / finish areas.
Exeter Canal
Start: A379 just off Bridge Road – EX2 6LT
Finish: (above)
Distance: North Route: 4.9 miles / 8 km | South Route: 6.2 miles / 10 km
This location gives you 2 potentially lovely walks, go downstream and after 3 miles you’ll reach The Turf Locks (a dog friendly pub). Walk upstream and you’ll arrive at Exeter historic quay where there are a great variety of places to grab a bite to eat overlooking the water. Both routes travel along a canal footpath, downstream has a separate cycle lane, upstream doesn’t – with cyclists and fishermen scattered along the route its advisable to keep you dog on a lead unless they are very well trained.
Info: The cark park is free however the A379 can be a busy road so have your lead ready when you open the boot.
Hooken Cliffs
Start: Anchor Inn, Beer – EX12 3ET
Finish: Anchor Inn, Beer
Length: 7.3 miles / 11.8 km
Jump in the car and head 13 miles east towards Seaton. This circular route cuts through the picturesque villages of Beer and Branscombe, with impressive cliff-top views of the Jurassic Coast. Your dog will thank you once you reach East Beach (dog friendly) by going in the sea and then shaking dry in close proximity to you.
Local knowledge: Branscombe beach allows dogs throughout the year however dogs are not allowed 150m east and west of the pole at the front of the café.
Info: The car park is free and the route is steep in places. We would advise keeping your four legged friend on a lead when nearing the cliff edge.
6 East Devon Dog Walking Routes