Sidmouth

Sidmouth is a small town of 14,400 on the east Devon coast in south west England about 15 miles south east of Exeter. Once a relatively small fishing village and failed port, Sidmouth became a fashionable resort for the gentry in the early 19th century. The town's numerous fine Georgian and Regency villas and mansions are now mostly hotels, but have lost none of their charm in the conversion.

Sidmouth has many independent retailers, including a surprisingly big department store. There are several pubs, restaurants, coffee houses and tea rooms. The town also boasts an indoor swimming pool, a college, museum, sports hall, cinema, and golf course.