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Media Release
Summer 2012 Celebrations in Devon
Escape the Olympic crowds in the capital this summer and visit Devon where you can find Olympic inspired events and activities in one of the most beautiful and idyllic areas of the UK.www.visitdevon.co.uk
Devon may be the home of Olympic diving hopeful Tom Daley but it is also a winner when it comes to enjoying the very best coastal resorts, beaches and countryside, first class hospitality and inspiring events and festivals.
If you have been unable to get your hands on tickets for Olympics then why not enjoy some premier sailing events on the water in Devon. From July 28 until the end of August Devon is hosting a series of first-rate sailing regattas.
21-29 July Plymouth Harbour Weekendis an action packed weekend where you can enjoy top sailing events with the mellow sounds of Jazz and blues at Plymouth' historic waterfront and harbour.
The Port of Plymouth Sailing Regatta(21-29 July) -a spectacular location from which to view superb competitive racing for all classes of dinghies and yachts in Plymouth Sound.
www.visitplymouth.co.uk/whats-on/port-of-plymouth-regatta-p1320803
Sutton Harbour Classic Boat Rally 27- 30 JulySir Francis Chichester's Gypsy Moth 1V will be joining some classic boats for the 25thanniversary of this must see event.www.visitplymouth.co.uk/whats-on/sutton-harbour-classic-boat-rally-p1320813
Barbican Jazz and Blues Festival 27-29
Free music festival with live jazz and blues music from a variety of well-known bands at venues around this cool but vibrant quarter of Plymouth.www.barbicanwaterfront.com/events/blues-jazz-festival
Visitors and locals a like will not be able to resist cheering on local boy and diving hero Tom Daley, as both the Olympics and the Paralympics Games will be broadcast live at the Plymouth Live Site - The Big Screen on the Piazza throughout July, August and September.
28 July -5 August Teignmouth Regattais one of the biggest and brightest regattas in South Devon. A family and community event on the water, rowing events, cruiser racing build and race a raft, craft fair and all the traditional activities of a summer festival. It culminates in the Shaldon Water Carnival on 4 August.http://www.teignmouthregatta.co.uk
As August progresses there is still plenty to see on the water with theTorbay Week & Royal Regatta 24-29 August.one of the most popular regattas on the South Coast, with fireworks and the Red Arrows. The main regatta events start on Saturday 25th August 2012 and continue through the Bank Holiday weekend and finish with the Torbay to Dartmouth Passage Race on Wednesday 29th August 2012.www.englishriviera.co.uk/whats-on/torbay-week-p587503
South Devon's beautiful coastal resorts of Dartmouth, Teignmouth, Dawlish and Shaldon are the stunning locations for the South Devon Crab Festival30 July - 5 August.
There will bea week-long series of fun "crabbie" events and street parties, tastings, demonstrations andcompetitions at a wide variety of pubs, restaurants and cafes in South Devon. Highlights include:
3 August Great South Devon Crab Fete at Dawlish Warren Seafront 11am-3pm Free family fun day.
3 August Teignmouth Crab street party 5pm-9pm.
5 August Dartmouth Crab Street Party with Mitch Tonks and Nathan Outlaw.
http://www.visitsouthdevon.co.uk/festivals-and-events/south-devon-crab-festival-p1168443
North Devon is famous for its surfing beaches but theNorth Devon Show1 Augustis a great opportunity to celebrate the area's agricultural heritage and to relax and enjoy a wide range of country pursuits at the 50-acre showground at Umberleigh. From alpacas to falcons, the show is a chance to meet the people and livestock that make North Devon the vibrant and productive area it is. Food producers and crafts will all be on show along with entertainment from the Chivenor Military Wives Choir.www.northdevonshow.com
Dartmoor's rugged but inspiring landscape provides the prefect retreat for families who want get away from it all and explore the local landscape. Family Camp with Wildwise3 - 9 Augustat Mortonhampstead gives families access to wildlife, bush craft skills and a spirit of adventure. Expert tutors give advice on a diverse range of outdoor activities in a creative and convivial atmosphere.www.dartmoor.co.uk/events/family-camp-with-wildwise-p558653
Sidmouth in East Devon is now the venue for one of the UK's premier folk events with theSidmouth Folk Festival 3-10 August.Top folk bands such as Show of Hands take over this elegant Regency coastal town with a week long series of live concerts and gigs. The festival is given an inspirational start with best selling Warhorse author Michael Morpurgo and musicians John Tams and Barry Coope come together for an extra special performance of War Horse.www.sidmouthfolkweek.co.uk
And finally when the hullabaloo of the Olympics closing ceremony is over, Devon has a very special event in Plymouth with theBritish Firework Championships 14-15 August
The most anticipated event in the city's annual events calendar will see thousands of spectators heading for Plymouth Hoe for two evenings of spectacular fireworks displays.
www.visitplymouth.co.uk/whats-on/british-firework-championships-p1166573
For more information about the Devon Tourism Partnership, contact: Jess Whistance, M/:07748 635869 or E/: jess@discoverdartmoor.com
For further press information please contact:
Jane Adkins T/: 01935 813114
M/: 07960 698089
Gail Livingstone T/: 01823 252415
M/:07767 055595
Notes for Editors:
The Devon Tourism Partnership
The Devon Tourism Partnership (DTP) comprises Devon County Council and the following Area Tourism Partnerships: North Devon Plus, English Riviera Tourism Company, Visit South Devon, Plymouth City Council, Dartmoor Partnership, Heart of Devon Tourism Partnership and also Devon Association of Tourism Attractions.
The role of the DTP is to protect and promote the Visit Devon brand, enabling the growth of the Devon tourism sector.
The key objectives of the partnership are;
The promotion of the Visit Devon brand through co-ordinated marketing and PR campaigns as well as the provision of a Visit Devon website.
Creating a Tourism Strategy for Devon which sets out the framework to develop Devon as a visitor destination.
Ensuring that there is a quality product on offer to visitors, through accreditation, skills and awards.
Monitoring the performance of Devon as a major tourism destination.
June 2012 (Visit Devon 083)