Shutes South

The daredevils in the group may want to tick one activity off the bucket list with a go at skydiving from the Dunkeswell Airfield (two minutes’ drive). If pulse-racing activities are up your street, there’s also go-karting here. Further away, try riding a segway or paintballing in Ottery St Mary (25 minutes) or drive a digger around in Diggerland Devon (20 minutes). For activities that are a little more leisurely, alpaca trekking Bearhouse Alpacas (25 minutes) is good for a trot through the forest (and a new friend). Perhaps you might find more friendly animals at The Donkey Sanctuary (half an hour). A laidback day at the beach on the cards? See if you can find any fossils at Lyme Regis (40 minutes). Then, unwind on Sidmouth Beach (40 minutes) or hire out a paddleboard, kayak and surfboard, if that’s your thing. Exmouth (40 minutes) is another great family-friendly seaside spot. If you want to round off your trip with some thrills, a visit to the Crealy Theme Park & Resort (35 minutes) might just do the trick. Take your pick from over 60 rides, including rollercoasters.