Welcome to England's greenest county! Devon has a very special world class environment and we want to keep it that way.
These pages will help you find out about exploring a greener Devon... choose to stay in green accredited award-winning accommodation, leave the car at home and explore on foot, by bike or canoe(!), visit environmentally responsible attractions and of course indulge in some of the finest local food and drink we have on offer...
Many businesses across the county are committed to keeping Devon special, they go that extra mile to minimise their energy consumption and waste, increase their recycling levels, choose local suppliers for their food and drink and encourage wildlife habitats back...
By making some 'green' choices whilst on holiday you can relax in the knowledge that you are helping to keep Devon special for the future - be a responsible visitor!
Latest news
Devon Grows Organically - we're the number one green county!
Devon has been declared the number one organic county according to the latest figures from Defra . The county has more organic food producers and processors than anywhere else in the United Kingdom, with 464 certified organic operators compared the the next highest, Somerset (268 operators).
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Discover Devon Wins prestigious Green Apple Environment Award 2006
We are delighted to announce that Discover Devon Naturally project has been chosen as a 2006 Green Apple Environment Award winner! We have been invited to attend the prizegiving event at The Tower of London on Friday 3rd November, here the level of our award (Gold, Silver or Bronze) will be revealed.
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The Green Tourism Business Scheme in Devon
The Green Tourism Business Scheme aims to encourage, recognise and reward tourism businesses who adopt "green" tourism practices.
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