{"id":46908,"date":"2021-12-01T14:52:26","date_gmt":"2021-12-01T03:52:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/?p=46908"},"modified":"2025-03-05T09:47:04","modified_gmt":"2025-03-04T22:47:04","slug":"devon-vs-cornwall-where-to-holiday-next","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/devon-vs-cornwall-where-to-holiday-next\/","title":{"rendered":"Devon vs Cornwall: Where to holiday next?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Both counties boast some of the UK\u2019s best beaches, have fantastic landscapes and serve up a cracking cream tea. But the question is, where should you go for your next adventure?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re struggling to choose where to go for your next UK trip, we don\u2019t blame you. Devon and Cornwall are the West Country\u2019s crown jewels. From foraging for fossils on Devon&#8217;s Jurassic Coast to soaking up the salty sea air on Cornwall&#8217;s dramatic cliff paths, both destinations are full of natural beauty, steeped in history and offer loads of outdoor activities to boot.  Fear not. We\u2019ve put together this guide to make the decision a bit easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Beaches&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/united-kingdom\/devon\">Devon<\/a> is the only place in England that has two separate coastlines. The north coast is wild and windswept with some brilliant walks, cycling trails and epic surf breaks, while the south is home to a section of the stunning Jurassic Coast <strong>\u2013<\/strong> 95 miles of soul-stirring rock formations, beautiful beaches and thousands of years of history. Where else can you surf, sunbathe and forage for fossils on the same day?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/united-kingdom\">WALK THE JURASSIC COAST<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It comes as no surprise Cornwall is the most popular beach holiday destination in the UK. From tropical-like coves such as Porthcurno and Lantic Bay to buzzing seaside towns like Newquay and St Ives \u2013 if you want beaches, Cornwall doesn\u2019t disappoint. It also has some of the best surf in the country thanks to Atlantic swell, and surfers flock from near and far to catch a wave. If you\u2019re planning a summer trip, it\u2019s worth checking out the annual Boardmasters Festival <strong>\u2013<\/strong> the UK\u2019s biggest pro surf competition and music festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/united-kingdom\">EXPLORE THE BEAUTY OF CORNWALL ON A WALKING TOUR<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Nequay-beach-on-a-sunny-day-web-1722191743-ss-800x450-1.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Nequay-beach-on-a-sunny-day-web-1722191743-ss-800x450-1.jpg\" alt=\"Newquay Beach on a sunny day\" class=\"wp-image-46919\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Nequay-beach-on-a-sunny-day-web-1722191743-ss-800x450-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Nequay-beach-on-a-sunny-day-web-1722191743-ss-800x450-1-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Nequay-beach-on-a-sunny-day-web-1722191743-ss-800x450-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Nequay-beach-on-a-sunny-day-web-1722191743-ss-800x450-1-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Newquay Beach in Cornwall<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The verdict<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a tough one, but the winner has to be Cornwall\u2026 but only just! With over 250 miles of coastline and 300 beaches to explore, Cornwall does beaches like nowhere else in the UK. Devon is a close runner-up with 120 beaches, and of course, the gorgeous Jurassic Coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The great outdoors&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As well as great beaches, Devon has fantastic countryside, woodlands, moorlands and hills. From hiking, rambling and cycling to wild swimming in lakes and natural swimming pools, there&#8217;s plenty of opportunities to <meta charset=\"utf-8\">get your adventure fix. First and foremost, you\u2019ve got Dartmoor National Park with its impressive tors (huge free-standing rock formations), ancient stone circles and hiking trails including High Willhays (the highest point in Southern England). Legend has it Dartmoor&#8217;s Hound Tor inspired one of the best known Sherlock Holmes novels,&nbsp; <em>The Hound of the Baskervilles<\/em>. The park is also one of England\u2019s most impressive stargazing spots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"\/united-kingdom\"><strong>EXPLORE DARTMOOR NATIONAL PARK ON A HIKE, BIKE &amp; KAYAK ADVENTURE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Dartmoor-NP-sunset-web-478984024-ss-800x450-1.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Dartmoor-NP-sunset-web-478984024-ss-800x450-1.jpg\" alt=\"The sun setting over Dartmoor National Park\" class=\"wp-image-46923\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Dartmoor-NP-sunset-web-478984024-ss-800x450-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Dartmoor-NP-sunset-web-478984024-ss-800x450-1-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Dartmoor-NP-sunset-web-478984024-ss-800x450-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Dartmoor-NP-sunset-web-478984024-ss-800x450-1-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dartmoor National Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Cornwall\u2019s Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty take up a whopping 27% of the county. It\u2019s more craggy than green with 422 miles of dramatic coastline, soaring cliffs and romantic coves hidden among the rocks. But it\u2019s not <em>all<\/em> about the coast. Cornwall\u2019s moorlands are littered with ancient stone circles, Neolithic burial chambers, castles and remnants of the county\u2019s mining history. You can also explore the beautiful (but eerie) Bodmin Moor which is steeped in folklore and stories of paranormal activity. You wouldn\u2019t suspect it on a sunny day, but when the mist rolls into the moorlands there\u2019s definitely a spooky feeling in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Intrepid-Travel-BMLC_UK_england_cornwall_ss_1452214238.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Intrepid-Travel-BMLC_UK_england_cornwall_ss_1452214238.jpg\" alt=\"The sun setting over the Cornish coast\" class=\"wp-image-46927\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Intrepid-Travel-BMLC_UK_england_cornwall_ss_1452214238.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Intrepid-Travel-BMLC_UK_england_cornwall_ss_1452214238-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Intrepid-Travel-BMLC_UK_england_cornwall_ss_1452214238-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Intrepid-Travel-BMLC_UK_england_cornwall_ss_1452214238-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Cornish coastline<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The verdict<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer forests, hills and moorlands over the coast, go to Devon. If you\u2019re more of a beach bum than a country bumpkin, Cornwall is a better shout. And if you\u2019re 50\/50, Devon offers the best of both worlds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pretty towns and villages&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to quaint British beach towns, Cornwall is full of them. Many Cornish towns are built on the coast and ooze seaside charm. You\u2019ve got the iconic St. Ives with its cobblestone streets, quirky galleries, cafes and postcard-perfect beaches. Then there\u2019s the beautiful fishing village of Mousehole with its idyllic harbour, stone cottages and winding streets dotted with artist workshops, boutique shops and eateries. There\u2019s also the delightful Gorren Haven, the old-world charm of Charleston and the lovely village of Sennen <strong>\u2013<\/strong> the list goes on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Cornwall-St-Ives-seaside-town-aerial-view-web-1124267273-ss-800x450-1.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Cornwall-St-Ives-seaside-town-aerial-view-web-1124267273-ss-800x450-1.jpg\" alt=\"A scenic view of St Ives in Cornwall\" class=\"wp-image-46931\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Cornwall-St-Ives-seaside-town-aerial-view-web-1124267273-ss-800x450-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Cornwall-St-Ives-seaside-town-aerial-view-web-1124267273-ss-800x450-1-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Cornwall-St-Ives-seaside-town-aerial-view-web-1124267273-ss-800x450-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Cornwall-St-Ives-seaside-town-aerial-view-web-1124267273-ss-800x450-1-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">St Ives in Cornwall<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Devon\u2019s seaside towns aren\u2019t <em>as<\/em> famous as Cornwall&#8217;s, but there\u2019s still plenty of them to explore. There&#8217;s the historic fishing village of Clovelly with its winding cobbled streets carved into a steep sea cliff. There\u2019s also the oh-so Instaworthy Appledore, the romantic harbour town of Salcombe, the picturesque Dartmouth and the thriving Torquay. Devon also has many charming countryside villages like Cockington and Lustleigh with tree-lined rivers and thatched-roof cottages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Dartmeet-bridge-moss-covered-rocks-web-1661737627-ss-800x450-1.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Dartmeet-bridge-moss-covered-rocks-web-1661737627-ss-800x450-1.jpg\" alt=\"Moss-covered rocks under Dartmeet Bridge in Devon\" class=\"wp-image-46933\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Dartmeet-bridge-moss-covered-rocks-web-1661737627-ss-800x450-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Dartmeet-bridge-moss-covered-rocks-web-1661737627-ss-800x450-1-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Dartmeet-bridge-moss-covered-rocks-web-1661737627-ss-800x450-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Dartmeet-bridge-moss-covered-rocks-web-1661737627-ss-800x450-1-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dartmeet Bridge in Devon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The verdict<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This one\u2019s a close call. Devon\u2019s seaside towns are very pretty, but Cornwall takes the charm up an extra notch. If you\u2019re looking for a rural adventure where you can walk in the countryside and eat pub grub in historical village pubs, Devon is a fantastic place to do that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Food and drink<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As coastal destinations, Devon and Cornwall serve up some of the best seafood in the UK. Delicious, locally caught seafood is on the menu at most restaurants. You&#8217;ll also find many beach-side takeaway joints selling good ol\u2019 fish and chips.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cornwall\u2019s claim to fame is the beloved Cornish pasty \u2013 the savoury pastry of choice for many Britons. This buttery shortcrust pastry pocket is filled with hearty beef chunks, onion, potato, swede and gravy. The humble Cornish pasty was originally made for miners, fishers and farmers as a portable but filling lunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Intrepid-Travel-BMLC_UK_england_cornish-pastie_ss_500905087.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Intrepid-Travel-BMLC_UK_england_cornish-pastie_ss_500905087.jpg\" alt=\"A Cornish pasty on a wooden plate\" class=\"wp-image-46951\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Intrepid-Travel-BMLC_UK_england_cornish-pastie_ss_500905087.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Intrepid-Travel-BMLC_UK_england_cornish-pastie_ss_500905087-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Intrepid-Travel-BMLC_UK_england_cornish-pastie_ss_500905087-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Intrepid-Travel-BMLC_UK_england_cornish-pastie_ss_500905087-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Cornish pasty<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Devon is famous for its Ambrosia custard which is like a hug from the inside out. It&#8217;s also famous for cider, or what locals call \u2018scrumpy\u2019. Scrumpy is traditionally made with unselected apples (windfall fruit that didn&#8217;t make the cut for regular cider making) which is then fermented naturally. This traditional method produces a rougher-tasting and more alcoholic beverage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Cider-bottle-and-apple-basket-web-32338685-ss-800x450-1.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Cider-bottle-and-apple-basket-web-32338685-ss-800x450-1.jpg\" alt=\"Bottles of cider and apples on autumn leaves\" class=\"wp-image-46954\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Cider-bottle-and-apple-basket-web-32338685-ss-800x450-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Cider-bottle-and-apple-basket-web-32338685-ss-800x450-1-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Cider-bottle-and-apple-basket-web-32338685-ss-800x450-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Cider-bottle-and-apple-basket-web-32338685-ss-800x450-1-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Scrumpy cider<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The verdict<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Delicious seafood, pasties and cider are in abundance throughout the West Country, and your tastebuds will be satisfied wherever you go. But if you\u2019re looking to eat the best Cornish pasty of your life, head to Cornwall. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cream tea<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Last but not least, we have the battle of the cream teas. Speak to locals from either county and you\u2019ll get a figurative mouthful of why jam or cream goes first (FYI, Devonshire cream tea is a scone topped with cream and then jam, while the Cornish version is jam first, then cream). Trust us, this is a serious debate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Devonshire-cream-tea-scones-web-157595372-ss-800x450-1.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Devonshire-cream-tea-scones-web-157595372-ss-800x450-1.jpg\" alt=\"A Devonshire cream tea scone\" class=\"wp-image-46957\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Devonshire-cream-tea-scones-web-157595372-ss-800x450-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Devonshire-cream-tea-scones-web-157595372-ss-800x450-1-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Devonshire-cream-tea-scones-web-157595372-ss-800x450-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/UK-Devon-Devonshire-cream-tea-scones-web-157595372-ss-800x450-1-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Devonshire cream tea<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The verdict<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Devonshire style, you can enjoy the tangy sweetness of the jam as soon as you take a bite. With Cornish cream tea, you can pile on the cream to your heart\u2019s content. We\u2019re going to have to let you make up your own mind on this one, but make sure you\u2019re acquainted with the right cream-tea etiquette when visiting either county.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Discover the West Country on a <a href=\"\/united-kingdom\/cornwall\">Cornwall<\/a> or <a href=\"\/united-kingdom\/devon\">Devon<\/a> tour. <\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Both have fantastic beaches, gorgeous landscapes and serve up a cracking cream tea, so where should you go for your next adventure?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16233,"featured_media":46960,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[455,1313,14],"tags":[233,232],"class_list":["post-46908","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-feature","category-guides","category-news","tag-england","tag-united-kingdom"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.3.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Devon vs Cornwall: Where to Holiday Next? | Intrepid Travel Blog - The Journal<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Both boast stunning beaches, lush landscapes and a cracking cream tea. 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