Exmouth Model Railway

One of the most beautiful Exmouth family attractions, the Exmouth Model Railway is housed on the seafront! The sight of miniature trains, tankers and wagons earnestly chugging their way around the miniature countryside will make your day, and it’s easy to believe the attraction took 14 years to create.

The model railway is updated regularly, and children will be fascinated by the busy little world. The model is 40 years old, and the attention to detail means you’ll notice more and more the longer you admire it…there are even tiny birds in the trees!

Bicton Park Botanical Gardens

Bicton Park Botanical Gardens are an favourite family attraction in Exmouth. Just 15 minutes drive from the town centre, the gardens are open throughout the year and date back 300 years. The landscaped gardens are a balance between peaceful 18 century horticulture and modern additions to entertain the whole family.

Explore the historic glasshouses, ride the fun woodland railway or reminisce in the nostalgic countryside museum – and that’s all as well as taking in the beautiful specimens within the Grade 1 listed gardens that sprawl through the park.

World of Country Life

The World of Country Life Amusement Park combines two Exmouth family attractions in one! There is an animal farm and amazing safari deer train for children, as well as falconry displays every day and lamb feeding too.

There are also indoor play areas and attractions so children will be thrilled whether it rains or shines!

Now for the adults, they’ll be dream away the hours at the vintage car and vehicle collection – the largest of its kind in the South West! The World of Country Life is open from April to October, so you can even visit it on a later holiday.

Otterton Mill

Otterton Mill is around 15 minutes drive from Exmouth, and is a must-see attraction in Exmouth for those who love history. Otterton Mill lies in a peaceful valley, and demonstrations at the working watermill offer a fascinating glimpse of Devon life in days gone by.

In addition, you’ll find traditional crafts on display, a gallery, restaurant and shop selling local produce – and the mill hosts regular live events too! Otterton usually mills twice each month, producing 12 tonnes of flour every year. Don’t forget to pick up a bag of fresh wholemeal flour straight from the watermill before you leave!

A La Ronde

Now for something completely unexpected! A La Ronde! This 16-sided house is an unmissable family attraction in Exmouth. Built by a pair of eccentric spinsters in the 18 century, A La Ronde is full of surprises both inside and out.

Built by the cousins after their travels around Europe, the house includes a spectacular gallery completely adorned with more than 25,000 small shells, as well as a feather frieze decoration, with the original feathers from native game and birds still visible! The house is an inspiring Exmouth attraction which demonstrates just what we can create with a little imagination and less care for others think!