Spring and early summer has to be one of the best times to visit Devon & Cornwall - great weather is practically guaranteed and the beaches are quieter too! Although the water may not have warmed up enough for braving without a wetsuit, there are lots of events not to be missed..
They say April showers bring forth May flowers, so make sure to include a trip to Hartland Abbey to see the bluebells at their best.
Enjoy May day celebrations at Padstow with their 'Obby 'Oss day or take a trip to the beautiful north Devon fishing village Clovelly - their seaweed festival takes place later in May. Or perhaps Bude & Stratton Folk Festival will be music to your ears - also taking place the last weekend in May
The showing season starts mid May with Devon County Show followed by Royal Cornwall in early June - both have plenty to keep you entertained the whole day long - just don't forget to visit the food tents to try out some tasty treats.