Devon's glorious Axe Valley between Sidmouth and Lyme Regis. Axminster - World famous Carpet Town Surrounded by open fields, and meandering rivers this is the gateway to the Axe Valley. The world's very first Axminster Carpet was woven here in Axminster by Thomas Whitty in 1755. Visit the Axminster Carpets Showroom in Axminster. Served by main line railway station. Weekly street market. Arts and entertainment. Axmouth - Bird watchers paradise Thatched cottages and farm houses. Pubs, popular harbour and sailing club. Start of the world famous Undercliff Walk to Lyme Regis.  See avocets, kingfishers, egrets, herons, curlews, waders, ducks and geese. Even spoonbills have been seen here. The birds can be viewed from the road side at Axmouth or from the bird hide (accessed from Seaton) which overlooks the Axe estuary.   Beer - Home of many a smuggling tale A fishing village with great character, a fishing fleet still lands its catch on the shingle beach. Fishing trips and boat hire available. Home of the famous smuggler Jack Rattenbury and others who tried to outwit the excise men. Tour stunning Quarry Caves where stone was quarried for many English cathedrals.  Branscombe - A step back in time A 12th century church nestles in peaceful surroundings with a glorious wooded hill as backdrop. Public footpaths in all directions and stunning cliff top walks. Colyton - the most rebellious town in Devon Once the fourth most wealthy town in Devon. A fascinating medieval settlement with a Saxon street pattern often referred to as a maze. Riverside walks. Lots of interesting shops, character inns and restaurants. Historic church. Antique centre. Just 15 minutes walk from Colyton tram station (or a little quicker if you take the horse drawn waggon ride).  Seaton - with a Roman history Home of the famous Grizzly run and gateway to the Jurassic Coast. The splendid promenade extends for three quarters of a mile providing a pleasant walk in the sunshine or under the moon and stars after an enjoyable evening meal.  Hidden Villages to explore Narrow winding lanes with abundant wild life lead to un-spoilt villages hidden in steep sided valleys. Discover Kilmington, Musbury, Dalwood, Northleigh, Southleigh, Membury, Shute, Whitford, Hawkchurch, Compbyne, and Rousdon.