Looking for things to do in Devon on a rainy day? When the weather takes a turn for the worse, your plans may need to change quite suddenly. It’s such a shame, especially when you want to enjoy the beautiful Devon countryside, coast and family attractions. But not to worry, luckily we have 7 suggestions for indoor activities to do in Devon.
Whether you are looking for things to do in all areas of Devon to escape the rain, here’s some inspiration to keep the good times rolling!
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Go bowling
If the rain is pouring why not challenge your family to a bowling contest. Here’s where you’ll find your closest bowling alleys:
Bowling in South Devon
- AMF Bowling ,Torquay
- Tenpin Plymouth, Plymouth
- Barbican Leisure Park, Plymouth
- Tenpin, Exeter
Bowling in East Devon
- Ocean, Exmouth
Bowling in North Devon
- Let’s Go Barnstaple, Branstaple
Trampoline centres
Another rainy day activity bound to keep the kids happy is bouncing around the place. Here’s where you’ll find trampoline centres closest to you:
Trampoline centre in South Devon
- The Barn Indoor Climbing Wall, Tavistock
- Wall in the Hall, Tiverton
- iBounce, Newton Abbot and Exeter
- Super Tramp, Plymouth
Trampoline centre in North Devon
- Air Extreme, Barnstaple
Indoor climbing
A top thing to do on a wet day in Devon is climbing. Here’s where you’ll find indoor climbing walls in Devon:
Climbing centre in North Devon
- Rock and Rapid, South Molton
Climbing centre in South Devon
- The Wall in the Hall, Tiverton
- The Quay Climbing Centre, Exeter
- Clip N’ Climb, Plymouth
Devon theme parks
Theme parks have got you covered when it comes to being prepared for things to do in Devon in the rain. There are large indoor play areas at theme parks in Devon and here are some of the best ones:
Theme Park in South Devon
- Diggerland, Cullompton
- Woodlands Family Theme Park, Dartmouth
- Crealy Adventure Park & Resort, Exeter
Theme Park in North Devon
- The Milky Way , Bideford
- The Big Sheep, Bideford
- Watermouth Castle, Ilfracombe
Pottery painting and crafts
If your kids have an artistic streak, and even if you don’t, take them pottery painting on a wet day in Devon. You’ll find pottery painting at the following:
Pottery Painting in East Devon
- Something Lovely Pottery Painting, Sidmouth
Pottery Painting in South Devon
- China Blue, Totnes, – contact to book
- Poppins Pottery, Torquay, – contact to book
- Pom Stitch Tassel, Newton Abbot, – contact to book
- Hands2gether, Plymouth – contact to book
Pottery Painting in North Devon
- Tarka Pottery at Little, Torrington, – contact to book
- Paint Pots of Devon, Crediton – contact to book
Devon Museums & other places to visit
Devon has loads of museums, aquariums and other places to visit with your family and here are some listed below:
Museum & other places to visit in South Devon
- Torquay Museum, Torquay
- Brixham Heritage Museum, Brixham
- The House of Marbles, Bovey Tracey
- National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth
- Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery, Exeter
Museum in North Devon
- Museum of British Surfing, Braunton
- North Devon Maritime Museum, Bideford
- Ilfracombe Museum, Ilfracombe
Museum in East Devon
- Sidmouth Toy and Model Museum, Sidmouth
- Sidmouth Museum, Sidmouth
- Allhallows Museum of lace & local antiques, Hointon
Ride a Devon steam train or tram
All aboard for undercover fun on a Devon steam train or tramway.
Steam Railway in South Devon
- Dartmouth Steam Railway, Dartmouth/Paignton
- South Devon Railway, Buckfastleigh
- Babbacombe Cliff Railway, Torquay
Steam Tramway in East Devon
- Seaton Tramway, Seaton
Steam Railway in North Devon
- Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway, Lynton
- Woody Bay Station Stream Railway Gala, Parracombe
We hope you like our suggestions on the 7 best indoor activities to do in Devon on a rainy day.
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