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History of Devon. Ancient extent of Devon. Devon is a county in south west England, bordering Cornwall to the west with Dorset and Somerset to the east. There is evidence of occupation in the county from Stone Age times onward. Its recorded history starts in the Roman period when it was a civitas.
Há 5 dias · Devon, administrative, geographic, and historic county of England. It forms part of the South West (or Cornish) Peninsula of Great Britain and is bounded to the west by Cornwall and to the east by Dorset and Somerset. The Bristol Channel lies to the north, and the English Channel abuts it to the south.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
The main settlements in Devon are the cities of Plymouth, a historic port now administratively independent, Exeter, the county town, and Torbay, the county's tourist centre. Devon's coast is lined with tourist resorts, many of which grew rapidly with the arrival of the railways in the 19th century.
Discover Devon's rich and diverse history and heritage, from the youngest castle in England to the oldest settlements in the country. Explore historic houses, buildings, tors, landmarks and trails across the county.
24 de mai. de 2022 · Discover the colourful history of Devon, from medieval castles and abbeys to Bronze Age stone rows and clapper bridges. Explore the natural and cultural heritage of this county with our selection of 10 sites you mustn’t miss.
3 de dez. de 2017 · Learn about the ancient and modern history of Devon, from the Stone Age to the World Wars. Discover the Roman, Viking, Norman, and Drake connections, and the role of Exeter and Plymouth in trade and exploration.
Devon History Society is a charity that promotes the study and enjoyment of Devon's history. Find out about their latest news, events, publications and local groups on various topics and periods of Devon's history.
