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Cullompton
The Parish of Cullompton extends some seven miles along the valley of the River Culm, covering nearly 8000 acres, with about 8000 inhabitants. Columtune was probably a Saxon settlement. The Saxon word "tun" means town or settlement. Columtune simply means the town on the Culm. In 549 AD St Columba, an Irish Saint preached the word of god in the area and it is highly likely that the name of St Columba has been preserved in the name of the town - Columba's Town. (Columba is the Latin for dove).

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Dartmoor
Dartmoor was designated one of the National Parks of England and Wales in 1951. It is a beautiful moorland landscape with wooded valleys and wind swept tors. 368 square miles in area, with about 33,000 people living in it, and where about 10 million visits are made each year. All the land is owned by someone, and the public is able to roam freely on unenclosed, open moorland on both foot and horseback. There are also about 600 miles of public rights of way. Dartmoor is a rich habitat for wildlife and has a wealth of archaeological remains.

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Dartmouth
Dartmoor was designated one of the National Parks of England and Wales in 1951. It is a beautiful moorland landscape with wooded valleys and wind swept tors. 368 square miles in area, with about 33,000 people living in it, and where about 10 million visits are made each year. All the land is owned by someone, and the public is able to roam freely on unenclosed, open moorland on both foot and horseback. There are also about 600 miles of public rights of way. Dartmoor is a rich habitat for wildlife and has a wealth of archaeological remains.

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Dawlish
Situated on the beautiful south coast of Devon, just a few miles from the county town of Exeter and a stone's throw from Dawlish Warren, Dawlish is a real family holiday location, lavishly landscaped and a thrill for all ages. For children and sun lovers alike, Dawish's beach and sea front will keep you busy relaxing for hours. Of course, when you're on holiday you will want to buy presents and gifts to help you remember your time here. Either side of the river, which runs through the centre of town, you will find quaint shops to entice you and your wallet alike. Also, you will find the usual supermarkets and chemists to fulfil your everyday shopping needs.

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Dawlish Warren
To the north of Dawlish, is Dawlish Warren - a sandy spit that extends for two miles into the mouth of the Exe Estaury. The beach has a gentle slope down to the sea, providing a perfect spot for bathing in a safe environment. Perfect for family days at the beach, Dawlish Warren has all the ammenities and entertainments that you need for that perfect seaside holiday. Families can relax as the children play and have fun in the water, as Dawlish Warren is supervised by a team of experienced lifeguards. Throughout the summer months, there is a programme of entertainments for the children, with slap stick comedt, concerts and childrens parties. The adults can indulge themselves in the pursuit of that elusive bargain at the weekly open air market.

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Exeter
Exeter is an historic Cathedral and University City. It is also the County town of Devon and is business, legal, retail, tourist and commercial centre for the region. The city has a population of around 111,000 but serves a 45 minute catchment of nearly half a million people. Exeter has a rich and varied heritage of buildings and townscape. It has grown from Roman origins and displays the benefits from long prosperity, particularly during the 16th, 17th and early 18th centuries. Despite the destruction of a quarter of the city during the Second World War, there remains much which is worthy of preservation and enhancement. Within the city there are 15 conservation areas of which the Central and Riverside areas are pre-eminent. There are over 1600 listed buildings and many more which are locally important. Exeter's historic core has been designated as an Area of Archaeological Importance.

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