Free Museums in Jurassic Coast

"This 12th Century Abbey turned family home has hosted the likes of Nelson and holds 600 works of art dating from the 18th Century. The museum telling the story of the abbey, its characters and the area is fascinating for children and adults with interactive displays, videos and talking portraits. There’s also an extensive garden which is fabulous to walk around in all seasons."

"For lovers of fine things, Torquay's chief attraction is Torre Abbey, surrounded by parkland but close to the seafront. The abbey itself,…"

"Address: 140 Fore Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3AN, England, UK Tel: +44 01392 412348 Standing on Fore Street and dating back to 1471, Tuckers Hall is now a Grade II listed landmark and was formerly a chapel, being built for the city's guild of the weavers, tuckers and shearers (the woollen cloth workers). Soon after, this medieval building began to function as a meeting space and guildhall for the weavers, and was modernised by the Victorians in the 1870s. Exeter is very famous for its historical woollen textile industry, and in the early 18th century, was actually responsible for some 25% of England's overall output."

"Situated in Cecil Road, Kirkham House is owned by English Heritage. Not a bad place to be on a hot day as the house seems to remain cool in the summer. Kirkham is a medieval house built probably in the fourteenth century."

"The Preston Sands Hotel is fittingly known as 'the Hotel on the beach'. Boasting modern and well appointed accommodation, with an enviable reputation for providing a warm welcome with friendly and attentive service – you are in for a treat!. Every bedroom is fully modernised and fitted with every expected modern comfort and convenience."

"This tiny café in the centre of the village is perfect for a comfort break during your day. It is quite small inside and sometimes it is busy, but it is worth it!. All the food is homemade, great coffee and good interesting breakfasts (in fact on TripAdvisor, this is #2 on the list for best breakfast in Devon!) This little café is great for kids as well, offering a selection of milkshakes, smoothies/juices, and sandwiches."

"Good news - the restaurant's seafood boxes are back, including ingredients you need for a delightful 3-course dinner, plus snacks!. Visit their website to order their latest box - the Turbot, Scallop and Smoked Salmon package!. View this post on Instagram"

"Glazebrook House Hotel South Brent (8.7 km distance from city Buckfastleigh). Set in beautiful, secluded grounds, within Dartmoor National Park, Glazebrook House Hotel is a luxurious boutique hotel and restaurant with eight unique rooms and a surprise around every corner. Free private parking is available and the A38 is 5 minutes’ drive away."

"Blending traditional charm with contemporary chic, Glazebrook House Hotel offers a stunning dining venue in the midst of the beautiful Devon countryside. Inventive and locally-sourced British cuisine is showcased in the iconic Timothy Oulton-designed…"

"Set in beautiful, secluded grounds, within Dartmoor National Park, Glazebrook House Hotel is a luxurious boutique hotel and restaurant with…"

" It started out a few years ago as a basic shack with a few tables, but the Anchor Stone Café is now a thoroughly professional outfit commanding fant ..."