Following the Government's 'roadmap' in further lifting restrictions, two thirds of Devon's Top Attractions have now reopened their doors and are welcoming visitors back to enjoy their outdoor facilities.

Although they are only partially open of course, with restrictions and limited capacity still in place, all of the attractions have reported a positive start in the first week of the season.

The Chairman of 'Devon's Top Attractions' and South Devon Railway PR manager, Dick Wood, said: "Our member attractions who either reopened on 12 April, or before for locals, are all thankfully reporting a good start in the first week of this short season.

"The glorious weather and people's eagerness to get out and about again has been really encouraging for all of our members.

"Several attractions have said that their numbers on the first day of opening were double that compared to the first days of opening after the first lockdown last July, and others reported better than expected visitor numbers.

"So, we now look forward to our remaining attractions being able to reopen their doors on the 17 May, and for more Covid-19 restrictions to be lifted."

The Devon theme parks that were open all reported a positive reopening, Josh Haywood General Manager at Crealy said: "We reached our restriction maximum capacity for all seven days in week one, and we could have sold more tickets.

"There is definitely a sense of intent and desire by visitors to get out, enjoy themselves and spend!"

At Woodlands Family Theme Park, it was a similar story which reported a positive reopening and, even with limited capacity, they still had better than expected visitor numbers.

Zoo and animal attractions who re-opened all reported a good start, Lynn Reynolds, Exmoor Zoo owner said: "We had a great start, with people just pleased to get out and about, visitors were relaxed and happy to follow all the Covid-19 protocols. We were fully booked all the week."

Over at Wildwood Escot, they reported better visitor numbers than 2019, but income down due to restrictions in the shop and café.

Whilst Pennywell Farm reported being fully booked all week to their capacity and a celebratory atmosphere every day with people just thrilled to be having a day out again.

Up in North Devon, Clovelly reported good visitor numbers with people exploring the village, Clovelly Court Garden, and the coastal walks.

Owner John Rous said: "Our visitors were clearly relieved to be released with their families from lockdown and certainly enjoyed the fine Spring weather."

The next key date for further lifting of restrictions is 17 May and this date will see the final 13 members of Devon's Top Attractions reopen their doors, plus the attractions already open will then be able to reopen more of their indoor facilities. Even at this next stage, however, there will still be some restrictions and limited capacity in place.

By 21 June and stage four of the 'roadmap', all restrictions will hopefully be finally lifted.

Full list of 'Devon's Top Attractions' and their planned reopening dates:

Babbacombe Model Village - Reopened 12 April - Outdoor

Becky Falls - Reopened 17 April - Outdoor

Bicton Park - Reopen - Awaiting Government guidelines for indoor areas to open fully from 17 May

Blackpool Sands - Reopened from 12 April - Venus Take-Away available

Canonteign Falls - Reopened 31 March - Restricted entry to locals only - Reopened to all from 12 April outdoors

Clovelly - Village, gardens and pub at the Red Lion (takeaways only) reopened 12 April - The Red Lion Hotel opens its doors for overnight stays on 17 May

Crealy Theme Park & Resort - Outdoor reopened 12 April - Partially open for weekends - Fully reopen from 22 May

Dartington Crystal - Factory shop only reopened on 12 April - Fully reopen 17 May

Diggerland - Reopened 12 April - outdoor

Exmoor Zoo - Reopened 12 April - outdoor

Lundy Island - Reopened Self Catering accommodation from 12 April - Week by week review for trips - Camp site from 17 May - full capacity hopefully from June

Pennywell Farm - Reopened 12 April - outdoor

Powderham Castle - Reopened of grounds and Secret Garden on

weekends throughout April and May - Closed again for a time and reopening of the Castle/Grounds on 25 July

Quince Honey Farm - Shop and gardens reopened on 15 April - Attraction reopening 17 May

RHS Rosemoor - Currently open to locals only - Restricted capacities and online booking - Accommodation reopened 12 April

Seaton Tramway - Reopened 12 April with limitations

South Devon Railway - Reopening of site only on 12 April and steam trains running from 17 May

Watermouth Castle - Accommodation reopened from 12 April and Theme Park open 18 May

Wildwood Escot - Reopened 12 April - Outdoor

Woodlands Family Theme Park - Reopening 12 April outdoor only - Looking towards fully open for May Half Term from 29 May - Indoor situation still under review

River Dart Country Park - Park reopens 1 May for day visitors and campsite opens 17 May

Stuart Line Cruises - Reopening 1 May with limited timetable - Full sailing schedule from 17 May

Buckfast Abbey - May 17 - Subject to clarification

Bygones - Re-opening 17 May with secure restrictions in place

Coldharbour Mill - Reopening 31 May 2021 check website

Devon Railway Centre - Re-opening 22nd May, Subject to change.

Exeter Cathedral - Reopening on 17 May - Subject to change

Kents Cavern - Reopening 17 May - Advance online booking only 16 people per tour - Hopefully this will be relaxed from 21 June, await Government guidelines

Morwellham Quay - Reopening 17 May

Pecorama - Reopening 18 May, Tuesday - Saturday 10am until 4pm (except Bank Holiday weekends) - Pre-booking strongly advised as entry numbers will be limited

Royal Albert Memorial Museum (RAMM) - Still reviewing a reopening date - Check website

The Big Sheep - Reopening 17 May - Subject to guidelines

The Donkey Sanctuary - reopening planned for 17 May - Subject to change

The Milky Way Adventure Park - Reopening 22 May - Subject to guidelines

World of Country Life - Reopening on 17 May

Destination Plymouth - Events will be after 21st June - Still to be confirmed

Seaton Jurassic - Will remain closed

To find the full list of attractions reopening dates click here.