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Memories of the West Country

Several speakers describe Devon as genuinely Beautiful, a county that stayed with them long after childhood visits ended.

Last Updated on May 30, 2021

Less
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Nov 07, 2020

Cornish wrestling was very different from that in Devon - it was less brutal, as no kicking was allowed.

Quotes by Sabine Baring-Gould

Live
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Nov 07, 2020

I used to live in Devon when I was 8 years old. My mum, my grandma, and grandpa are all British.

Quotes by Laurel Van Ness

Cornwall
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Nov 07, 2020

West Wittering in Chichester is perfect for a short break and if I've got longer, Devon and Cornwall are my favourites places in Britain.

Quotes by Konnie Huq

Boarding
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Nov 07, 2020

I didn't do plays at school, because I didn't have the confidence. At 14, I was at boarding school in Devon and I suffered from dyslexia quite badly, but they had a very good department there which specialised in it.

Quotes by Joseph Mawle

Husband
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Nov 07, 2020

I'm very fond of Norfolk. My husband came from there and the kids love it. Devon is beautiful, too.

Quotes by Honor Blackman

Eyes
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Nov 07, 2020

Since childhood she had walked the Devon rivers with her father looking for flowers and the nests of birds, passing some rocks and trees as old friends, seeing a Spirit everywhere, gentle in thought to all her eyes beheld.

Quotes by Henry Williamson

Others return there simply to unwind, treating Devon and Cornwall as their favorite short Break destinations in Britain.

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