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Gifts & Things To Do in Devon For Mother’s Day - 2024 Update

Mother’s Day in the UK is celebrated on the fourth Sunday of Lent. This year it falls on Sunday 10th March and is all about treating and thanking your mum, Nan or special lady in your life. Traditionally Mother’s Day is the biggest flower buying day of the year in the UK but there are lots of other ways you can celebrate this special day too! With this in mind we have put together some alternative Mother’s Day gift ideas along with a selection of things to do in Devon on Mothering Sunday. Many local attractions have special Mother’s Day...

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Gluten Free Cream & Afternoon Tea

In this blog we take a look at the increasing requirement for gluten free products and what we're doing to offer an increased range for our customers. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley and rye, and can cause inflammatory, immunological and autoimmune reactions in some people.  Current estimates say that 1% of the UK population have coeliac disease and at least 10% of the UK population have non-coeliac gluten sensitivity, meaning they all follow a gluten free diet.  Gluten Free Cream Tea Here at Devon Heaven we have always provided a gluten free cream tea hamper.  This hamper contains...

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See Santa in Devon 2023 | Grottos, Nativities, Polar Express & More

For 2023 Christmas markets, events, lights switch-on's and late night shopping times click here.   Where to see Father Christmas in Devon 2023 We have compiled a list of places that Santa will be appearing in Devon this festive season. These events are always popular and often sell-out quickly so be sure to book well in advance. House of Marbles, Pottery Rd, Bovey Tracey, Devon, TQ13 9DShttps://visit.houseofmarbles.com/christmas-at-house-of-marbles/ Santa and his Elves will be returning to House of Marbles this Christmas. He will be at House of Marbles every Saturday and Sunday from the 25th November, as well as the 18th, 19th, 20th,...

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2023 Christmas Markets and Events in Devon

This year there are many Christmas Markets and Events being held across the region. We have included all the events we have information for as of 6th November 2023 but be sure to check with the venue or event directly before travelling as information is subject to change. This blog may be updated as we receive further information. Devon is bursting with Christmas events and activities, from meeting Santa, Christmas shopping or watching the magic of a Christmas light switch on. There is plenty going on in Devon to entertain the whole family. Christmas markets and late night shopping where you can...

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2023 Limited Edition Christmas Food & Drink

During the Christmas period many food produces add Christmas editions to their range, combining their usual offering with traditional festive flavours. Many of these Christmas specials we stock in our Christmas Food Hampers, although this article covers many more Christmas food and drink products from the West Country than what we stock. Below we've detailed our favourite festive food and drink products from the region for 2023. Limited Edition Christmas Food From The West Country Devonshire Fudge and West Country Chocolate Christmas Specials Kernow Chocolate - based in Cornwall Kernow Chocolate produce a range of Christmas themed limited edition Chocolate bars, which...

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