Nat Taplin, Director of Good Journey, describes the pleasures of car-free travel and introduces a new UK scheme to welcome and reward car-free visitors. The satisfaction of doing a linear walk between bus or train stops is one of the many pleasures of a car-free day out.

With its sheer variety of landscapes and places to visit - from rolling moors to beautiful beaches, cathedral cities and quaint villages - it’s easy to see why Devon is much-loved by holidaymakers. Although some parts can be very rural, it is possible to enjoy a car-free holiday and still take on some of the best walks the county has to offer.

Holidays are different with kids. They used to be a time to head for the hills and tick off some long-targeted routes; now, they are meticulously planned around a different set of priorities: where can we get essential supplies? What will we do if it’s too rainy for the beach? How many chips are too many chips for a two-year-old?