South West England enjoys some of the country's finest landscapes, beaches and heritage. Inspiration, relaxation, exhilaration or contemplation - the variety of our spectacular coast and countryside is sure to meet your need.
With 40% of England's Blue Flag beaches, 15 National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (a third of England's total) and 4 World Heritage Sites, the South West has a world-class environment for you to enjoy.
Best of all, many of these natural and historic gems can be enjoyed for free. Forget admission fees as you enjoy the natural thrill of a Cornish clifftop view, the delights of cycling through Devon's countryside, or sample Somerset's spiritual sites.
You can also rest assured that the South West is pioneering in its care for this special environment. South West England recently appeared in the world's top 3 in the ‘Destination Stewardship' category of the ‘Tourism for Tomorrow' award and has more eco-labelled choices for you to visit and stay in than any other region in Europe.