Jamie's Guidebook
Beaches
A key component of North Devon's golden coast, Saunton Sands is a long straight sandy beach backed by the impressive Braunton Burrows a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. This is a popular beach with surfers and families due to the long stretch of water perfect for 5 and provide some amazing views across the coastline.
Saunton, Devon, EX33 1LQ
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Saunton Sands
A key component of North Devon's golden coast, Saunton Sands is a long straight sandy beach backed by the impressive Braunton Burrows a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. This is a popular beach with surfers and families due to the long stretch of water perfect for 5 and provide some amazing views across the coastline.
Saunton, Devon, EX33 1LQ
Croyde Bay is a sandy beach backed by sand dunes and situated in a small bay on the North Devon Coast.
Croyde Bay is very popular with swimmers more experienced surfers and sunbathers and rated as one of the best surfing beaches in the world. There is an RNLI Lifeguard service available from May to September throughout Easter weekend all October weekends and October Half Term.
There are good rock pools at either end of the beach several public footpaths around the village and in particular walks to Baggy Point which offer spectacular views. Activities such as swimming surfing fishing and surfboard/canoe hire all available and a range of food outlets, toilets, shops, a slipway and beach car park with disabled parking Croyde is the perfect holiday destination.
Croyde, Braunton, Devon, EX33 1NU
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Croyde Bay
Croyde Bay is a sandy beach backed by sand dunes and situated in a small bay on the North Devon Coast.
Croyde Bay is very popular with swimmers more experienced surfers and sunbathers and rated as one of the best surfing beaches in the world. There is an RNLI Lifeguard service available from May to September throughout Easter weekend all October weekends and October Half Term.
There are good rock pools at either end of the beach several public footpaths around the village and in particular walks to Baggy Point which offer spectacular views. Activities such as swimming surfing fishing and surfboard/canoe hire all available and a range of food outlets, toilets, shops, a slipway and beach car park with disabled parking Croyde is the perfect holiday destination.
Croyde, Braunton, Devon, EX33 1NU
*OUR FAVORITE
Three miles of golden sands stretching north towards Woolacombe and Morte Point and south towards Baggy Point make up Putsborough.
It is one of the finest delightful beaches in the South west - the sea is inviting the surf of the highest quality and the surroundings are simply stunning. It is perfect for walkers and children due to the plentiful supply of rock pools to discover.
Putsborough is on the south side of Woolacombe and being farther away from the hotels shops and cafes means that the beach is usually quieter than neighbouring beaches.
Surfboard hire is available on the beach. It is truly a beautiful beach with all the facilities for a great day out.
Putsborough, Georgeham, Braunton, Devon, EX33 1LB
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Putsborough Beach
Vention Lane*OUR FAVORITE
Three miles of golden sands stretching north towards Woolacombe and Morte Point and south towards Baggy Point make up Putsborough.
It is one of the finest delightful beaches in the South west - the sea is inviting the surf of the highest quality and the surroundings are simply stunning. It is perfect for walkers and children due to the plentiful supply of rock pools to discover.
Putsborough is on the south side of Woolacombe and being farther away from the hotels shops and cafes means that the beach is usually quieter than neighbouring beaches.
Surfboard hire is available on the beach. It is truly a beautiful beach with all the facilities for a great day out.
Putsborough, Georgeham, Braunton, Devon, EX33 1LB
Woolacombe is one of the finest beaches in the West Country and is a big favourite of surfers and families. The rolling surf brings unbroken Atlantic breakers from across thousands of miles of ocean to pound on this three-mile long stretch of golden sand. The sheer length of the beach means it is possible to find quieter places in the surf even at the height of summer. Easy access and three large car parks with space for 2000 cars means that Woolacombe beach combines magnificent natural beauty, excellent facilities and a wide range of activities for all ages.
Life guards ensure safe family swimming during the summer.
Woolacombe itself is a lively village with great pubs, restaurants and places to stay, and is a perfect base for a family holiday, surfing trip or stop-over when walking the South West Coast Path.
Nr Braunton, Woolacombe, Devon, EX34 7D
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Woolacombe Beach
Woolacombe is one of the finest beaches in the West Country and is a big favourite of surfers and families. The rolling surf brings unbroken Atlantic breakers from across thousands of miles of ocean to pound on this three-mile long stretch of golden sand. The sheer length of the beach means it is possible to find quieter places in the surf even at the height of summer. Easy access and three large car parks with space for 2000 cars means that Woolacombe beach combines magnificent natural beauty, excellent facilities and a wide range of activities for all ages.
Life guards ensure safe family swimming during the summer.
Woolacombe itself is a lively village with great pubs, restaurants and places to stay, and is a perfect base for a family holiday, surfing trip or stop-over when walking the South West Coast Path.
Nr Braunton, Woolacombe, Devon, EX34 7D
Barricane is a picturesque cove tucked in between the rocks, famous for cowries and other exotic sea shells.
Local folklore says that these shells have travelled off the shore of a Caribbean island thousands of miles across the Atlantic to be dropped in near-perfect condition in this precious little inlet on the North Devon coast.
Approximately 400 metres north of the main beach, Barricane is great for rock pooling and popular among surfers. Despite the lack of lifeguards there are some good coastal walks towards Mortehoe and the water quality is excellent and is a short distance from the shops and car parks of Woolacombe.
Beach Road, Woolacombe, Devon, EX34 7BT
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Barricane Beach
Barricane is a picturesque cove tucked in between the rocks, famous for cowries and other exotic sea shells.
Local folklore says that these shells have travelled off the shore of a Caribbean island thousands of miles across the Atlantic to be dropped in near-perfect condition in this precious little inlet on the North Devon coast.
Approximately 400 metres north of the main beach, Barricane is great for rock pooling and popular among surfers. Despite the lack of lifeguards there are some good coastal walks towards Mortehoe and the water quality is excellent and is a short distance from the shops and car parks of Woolacombe.
Beach Road, Woolacombe, Devon, EX34 7BT
Westward Ho! is a beach geared up to cater for every tourist's needs. With seaside shops, toilets and a range of food outlets, Westward Ho! is a popular family beach.
Made up of a long sandy beach backed by a pebble ridge with Northam Burrows Country Park accessible at one end this beach offers the best of both sand rock pools and nature. RNLI Lifeguard service is available from May to September and the beach is popular with windsurfers surfers and
swimmers. There is ample car parking and disabled parking close to the beach.
The wonderful surf that runs on to Westward Ho! draws surfers from miles around and with designated surfing areas the beach caters for every activity.
Nr Bideford, Westward Ho, Bideford, Devon, EX39 1HN
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Westward Ho!
Westward Ho! is a beach geared up to cater for every tourist's needs. With seaside shops, toilets and a range of food outlets, Westward Ho! is a popular family beach.
Made up of a long sandy beach backed by a pebble ridge with Northam Burrows Country Park accessible at one end this beach offers the best of both sand rock pools and nature. RNLI Lifeguard service is available from May to September and the beach is popular with windsurfers surfers and
swimmers. There is ample car parking and disabled parking close to the beach.
The wonderful surf that runs on to Westward Ho! draws surfers from miles around and with designated surfing areas the beach caters for every activity.
Nr Bideford, Westward Ho, Bideford, Devon, EX39 1HN
Beach, food, drink. You name it, Instow has it. Plenty of bars, pubs and restaurants all set along the beach. Our favorite is Instow Arms and in particular, their crispy chilli beef. Superb.
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Instow Arms
Marine ParadeBeach, food, drink. You name it, Instow has it. Plenty of bars, pubs and restaurants all set along the beach. Our favorite is Instow Arms and in particular, their crispy chilli beef. Superb.
Sightseeing
The Tarka Trail is a 180 mile, figure of eight walking and cycling trail that follows the route travelled by Tarka the Otter in the famous novel by Henry Williamson. The Tarka Trail will take you through ancient villages, wooded valleys, along the banks of rivers, high over moorland with spectacular views of Dartmoor and Exmoor and along dramatic sea cliffs and vast expanses of beautiful beaches.
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Tarka Trail
The Tarka Trail is a 180 mile, figure of eight walking and cycling trail that follows the route travelled by Tarka the Otter in the famous novel by Henry Williamson. The Tarka Trail will take you through ancient villages, wooded valleys, along the banks of rivers, high over moorland with spectacular views of Dartmoor and Exmoor and along dramatic sea cliffs and vast expanses of beautiful beaches.
Stroll along the promenade to discover the delights of Ilfracombe seafront. There is always plenty going on especially during the summer months. There are gift shops, cafes, tea rooms, restaurants, pubs and take-aways. Everything you need for a proper British seaside holiday!
The famous Victorian bathing pools at Tunnels Beaches are tucked away at the end of tunnels carved by hand by Welsh miners in the 1820s. Children can play safely in the sea filled pools and enjoy rockpooling.
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Ilfracombe Harbour
10A The QuayStroll along the promenade to discover the delights of Ilfracombe seafront. There is always plenty going on especially during the summer months. There are gift shops, cafes, tea rooms, restaurants, pubs and take-aways. Everything you need for a proper British seaside holiday!
The famous Victorian bathing pools at Tunnels Beaches are tucked away at the end of tunnels carved by hand by Welsh miners in the 1820s. Children can play safely in the sea filled pools and enjoy rockpooling.
A historic fishing village with winding narrow streets and colourful houses, Appledore is full of maritime history and cute pastel houses.
Characterised by its winding narrow streets and the colourful houses, the charming village of Appledore sits at the confluence of the Taw and Torridge rivers with lovely views across to Instow. Tourists and travellers will love the chance to explore by taking the seasonal ferry over to the neighbouring Instow for a day trip.
Rich maritime history
The village is built on a tradition of fishing and boat building which still continues today. For centuries, Appledore was an important shipbuilding centre for the region and the village’s large indoor ship yard continues to be a source of employment for many of the residents. Because of its long maritime heritage, the village is now home to the North Devon Maritime Museum. The museum, housed in a Grade 2 listed Georgian building, the former home of several of the village’s important ship owners. The museum has a wide range of exhibits detailing Appledore’s history, as well as the wider maritime history of North Devon, which includes Viking raids, WWII beach landings and ship building throughout the years.
Appledore is a favourite location with locals and visitors alike, with it being a popular location since Victorian times. In fact, like many of the coastal areas of North Devon, it gained fame after being featured in a novel by Charles Kinglsey, who lived in Bideford. He described it as a “little white fishing village” and that description still stands today with the many pastel coloured buildings, jumble of cottages and the harbour lined with white terraces.
You can quite easily spend a few hours wandering through the network of historic streets, taking in the traditional fishing cottages museums and independent shops, before indulging in some fine local produce at one of the many cafes, pubs and restaurants.
The village is well known for the quality of the seafood, with salmon, cod, bass, cockles and mussels being popular choices. It isn’t uncommon to pop into an eatery for some refreshments to find fish and seafood that had been brought in only hours before.
Haven for creativity
As well as being famous for its maritime history and local seafood, Appledore has always been historically celebrated for its art and creativity. The town holds regular arts festivals and resident crafts people showcase a wide range of arts and crafts from ceramics, photography, jewellery and furniture among other products which can be picked up at independent stores and regularly held markets.
Because of its artistic merits, Appledore is home to a number of popular annual events. The Appledore Book Festival draws visitors from across the country and features talks and activities with a range of acclaimed international authors. If you’re looking for family fun, try the Appledore-Instow Regatta, where you can cheer on the gig boat crews as they race along the quay or try your hand at crabbing and beach tug-of-war competitions!
For those looking for a touch of adventure, Appledore is a great place to launch your own seafaring mission. You can find a range of boat and fishing trips, like the seasonal ferry over to Instow, head to the quay and follow the signs!
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Appledore
A historic fishing village with winding narrow streets and colourful houses, Appledore is full of maritime history and cute pastel houses.
Characterised by its winding narrow streets and the colourful houses, the charming village of Appledore sits at the confluence of the Taw and Torridge rivers with lovely views across to Instow. Tourists and travellers will love the chance to explore by taking the seasonal ferry over to the neighbouring Instow for a day trip.
Rich maritime history
The village is built on a tradition of fishing and boat building which still continues today. For centuries, Appledore was an important shipbuilding centre for the region and the village’s large indoor ship yard continues to be a source of employment for many of the residents. Because of its long maritime heritage, the village is now home to the North Devon Maritime Museum. The museum, housed in a Grade 2 listed Georgian building, the former home of several of the village’s important ship owners. The museum has a wide range of exhibits detailing Appledore’s history, as well as the wider maritime history of North Devon, which includes Viking raids, WWII beach landings and ship building throughout the years.
Appledore is a favourite location with locals and visitors alike, with it being a popular location since Victorian times. In fact, like many of the coastal areas of North Devon, it gained fame after being featured in a novel by Charles Kinglsey, who lived in Bideford. He described it as a “little white fishing village” and that description still stands today with the many pastel coloured buildings, jumble of cottages and the harbour lined with white terraces.
You can quite easily spend a few hours wandering through the network of historic streets, taking in the traditional fishing cottages museums and independent shops, before indulging in some fine local produce at one of the many cafes, pubs and restaurants.
The village is well known for the quality of the seafood, with salmon, cod, bass, cockles and mussels being popular choices. It isn’t uncommon to pop into an eatery for some refreshments to find fish and seafood that had been brought in only hours before.
Haven for creativity
As well as being famous for its maritime history and local seafood, Appledore has always been historically celebrated for its art and creativity. The town holds regular arts festivals and resident crafts people showcase a wide range of arts and crafts from ceramics, photography, jewellery and furniture among other products which can be picked up at independent stores and regularly held markets.
Because of its artistic merits, Appledore is home to a number of popular annual events. The Appledore Book Festival draws visitors from across the country and features talks and activities with a range of acclaimed international authors. If you’re looking for family fun, try the Appledore-Instow Regatta, where you can cheer on the gig boat crews as they race along the quay or try your hand at crabbing and beach tug-of-war competitions!
For those looking for a touch of adventure, Appledore is a great place to launch your own seafaring mission. You can find a range of boat and fishing trips, like the seasonal ferry over to Instow, head to the quay and follow the signs!
The multi-award winning and famous Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway is the UK's only fully water powered railway and Silver winner of Devon's Large Attraction of the Year 2020. Built in 1888, it operates using only completely renewable and sustainable fresh river water and remains the world's highest and the steepest fully water powered railway in the world. The attraction holds the highest 'Gold' award for sustainable and ethical tourism, was voted by Which? as the UK's best Cliff Railway, and has multiple accolades for heritage engineering. With 862ft of steep track and an elevation of 500ft the railway provides a memorable experience for all that visit it. A family attraction for all ages.
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Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway (Top station)
Lee RoadThe multi-award winning and famous Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway is the UK's only fully water powered railway and Silver winner of Devon's Large Attraction of the Year 2020. Built in 1888, it operates using only completely renewable and sustainable fresh river water and remains the world's highest and the steepest fully water powered railway in the world. The attraction holds the highest 'Gold' award for sustainable and ethical tourism, was voted by Which? as the UK's best Cliff Railway, and has multiple accolades for heritage engineering. With 862ft of steep track and an elevation of 500ft the railway provides a memorable experience for all that visit it. A family attraction for all ages.
Awesome day trip to Lundy Island by boat from Bideford Quay. Some of the best views around including th famous Lundy puffins.
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Lundy
Awesome day trip to Lundy Island by boat from Bideford Quay. Some of the best views around including th famous Lundy puffins.
Hidden in the lichen-draped landscape of North Devon, Arlington is a surprise and a delight.
The classical exterior of the Regency house gives no clue to what lies inside – an ornate yet homely interior boasting an Aladdin’s cave of collections, recently redisplayed to share the passions of the Chichester family including sea shells, model ships and pewter. Other highlights include a hidden masterpiece by William Blake and the beautiful Beauvais Tapestries.
The National Trust Carriage Museum in the old stable block houses one of the most significant collections of carriages in the country, with over forty Regency and Victorian carriages ranging from grand state coaches to humble governess carts. Also on display are the gold Speaker’s State Coach on loan from the House of Commons and Queen Victoria’s pony phaeton.
From the ever-changing display of flowers in the formal Victorian Flower Garden to the many varieties of fruit and vegetables in the Walled Kitchen Garden, Arlington looks beautiful whatever the season.
The Victorian Flower Garden features herbaceous borders, basket beds filled with colourful annuals, and attractive fountain surrounded by arched trellises, beds of seasonal planting and banks of colourful azaleas. On the top terrace is a conservatory used to grow a variety of plants from Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. Behind this, the carefully restored working Walled Kitchen Garden produces fruit and vegetables throughout the year.
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Arlington Court
Hidden in the lichen-draped landscape of North Devon, Arlington is a surprise and a delight.
The classical exterior of the Regency house gives no clue to what lies inside – an ornate yet homely interior boasting an Aladdin’s cave of collections, recently redisplayed to share the passions of the Chichester family including sea shells, model ships and pewter. Other highlights include a hidden masterpiece by William Blake and the beautiful Beauvais Tapestries.
The National Trust Carriage Museum in the old stable block houses one of the most significant collections of carriages in the country, with over forty Regency and Victorian carriages ranging from grand state coaches to humble governess carts. Also on display are the gold Speaker’s State Coach on loan from the House of Commons and Queen Victoria’s pony phaeton.
From the ever-changing display of flowers in the formal Victorian Flower Garden to the many varieties of fruit and vegetables in the Walled Kitchen Garden, Arlington looks beautiful whatever the season.
The Victorian Flower Garden features herbaceous borders, basket beds filled with colourful annuals, and attractive fountain surrounded by arched trellises, beds of seasonal planting and banks of colourful azaleas. On the top terrace is a conservatory used to grow a variety of plants from Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. Behind this, the carefully restored working Walled Kitchen Garden produces fruit and vegetables throughout the year.
Food Scene
*OUR FAVORITE PUB
Amazing food & drink
Best carvery around
The Williams Arms is a 16th century thatched inn. Modernised throughout whilst maintaining its historic charm and ancient oak beams, The Williams Arms is the perfect place to eat, drink, catch up with friends or celebrate a special occasion.
Situated close to the North Devon village of Braunton and on the edge of a UNESCO biosphere, The Williams Arms offers ample parking and accessibility with a lounge bar, restaurant and outside seating, you can choose where you would like to enjoy their freshly cooked food or just to relax and have a drink.
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Williams Arms
*OUR FAVORITE PUB
Amazing food & drink
Best carvery around
The Williams Arms is a 16th century thatched inn. Modernised throughout whilst maintaining its historic charm and ancient oak beams, The Williams Arms is the perfect place to eat, drink, catch up with friends or celebrate a special occasion.
Situated close to the North Devon village of Braunton and on the edge of a UNESCO biosphere, The Williams Arms offers ample parking and accessibility with a lounge bar, restaurant and outside seating, you can choose where you would like to enjoy their freshly cooked food or just to relax and have a drink.
Fine dining and a great night out in Braunton. Close to Saunton beach and Braunton burrows.
Top tip
You've got to taste any treat made by Mollie. Ask to see the menu for molliemakes.
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SQ Bar and Restaurant
3 Exeter RdFine dining and a great night out in Braunton. Close to Saunton beach and Braunton burrows.
Top tip
You've got to taste any treat made by Mollie. Ask to see the menu for molliemakes.
*OUR FAVORITE RESTAURANT IN BARNSTAPLE
Top tips
The £5 lunch menu every day is absolutely superb. Great value for money.
The Nachos are unreal. Personal favorite of mine is the brisket beef Nachos.
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Bull & Bear
128 Boutport St*OUR FAVORITE RESTAURANT IN BARNSTAPLE
Top tips
The £5 lunch menu every day is absolutely superb. Great value for money.
The Nachos are unreal. Personal favorite of mine is the brisket beef Nachos.
Cafe, bar & restaurant with a reputation for being one of Barnstaple best restaurants.
Personal favorite of mine are the full rack of Ribs and sticky bbq sauce.
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62 The Bank & Bar 62
62 Boutport StCafe, bar & restaurant with a reputation for being one of Barnstaple best restaurants.
Personal favorite of mine are the full rack of Ribs and sticky bbq sauce.
Elegant and sophisticated restaurant with delicious food and amazing cocktails.
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Lush Bar & Restaurant
55 Boutport StElegant and sophisticated restaurant with delicious food and amazing cocktails.
Stunning food and drink with unbelievable scenery. Set on the beach with plenty of outside seating. My favorite dish is the crispy chilli beef but to be honest, I'd eat everything if I could. It's that good.
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Instow Arms
Marine ParadeStunning food and drink with unbelievable scenery. Set on the beach with plenty of outside seating. My favorite dish is the crispy chilli beef but to be honest, I'd eat everything if I could. It's that good.
Lovely food and drink with a fantastic atmosphere. Situated on the High Street with regular live music at night.
Latitude 48 offers a fine selection of real cask ale, craft beers & ciders, artisan spirits, gourmet coffee and world inspired street food.
A personal favorite of ours are the sharing platters and steak fondue.
Latitude 48
96 High StreetLovely food and drink with a fantastic atmosphere. Situated on the High Street with regular live music at night.
Latitude 48 offers a fine selection of real cask ale, craft beers & ciders, artisan spirits, gourmet coffee and world inspired street food.
A personal favorite of ours are the sharing platters and steak fondue.
The best Chippy in town. Well, in our opinion anyway. It's a 5 minute walk and we've never had a bad visit.
10/10 everytime.
The Pilton Fryer
94 Pilton StreetThe best Chippy in town. Well, in our opinion anyway. It's a 5 minute walk and we've never had a bad visit.
10/10 everytime.
Wing Fong is our personal favorite in town. Never had a bad Chinese from here. Our favorites are the honey chicken (extra honey), beef and black bean and the sweet and sour chicken balls of course.
Wing Fong
43 Vicarage StreetWing Fong is our personal favorite in town. Never had a bad Chinese from here. Our favorites are the honey chicken (extra honey), beef and black bean and the sweet and sour chicken balls of course.
Without doubt, the best ice cream in North Devon.
My favourite is the honeycomb come with vanilla ic cream, clotted cream and a flake. Delicious.
The vans will be out everyday from the 5th March – 30th October.
You can find us at sites in Appledore, Bideford, Ilfracombe, Instow, Torrington and Westward Ho! aswell as Sainsbury’s in Barnstaple from April 30th.
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Hockings Dairy Cream Ices
Kingsley AvenueWithout doubt, the best ice cream in North Devon.
My favourite is the honeycomb come with vanilla ic cream, clotted cream and a flake. Delicious.
The vans will be out everyday from the 5th March – 30th October.
You can find us at sites in Appledore, Bideford, Ilfracombe, Instow, Torrington and Westward Ho! aswell as Sainsbury’s in Barnstaple from April 30th.
Theme Parks
Amazing family day out. Loads of different activities to take part in.
Wakeboarding
Aqua park
Ringo rides
Paddleboarding
Open water swimming
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North Devon Wake Park
Amazing family day out. Loads of different activities to take part in.
Wakeboarding
Aqua park
Ringo rides
Paddleboarding
Open water swimming
Awesome day out with the family. Lots to do with a variety of different animals & shows to see including T-rex. Watch out for the water!
Warning - Lots of walking and lotsof hills.
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Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park
Awesome day out with the family. Lots to do with a variety of different animals & shows to see including T-rex. Watch out for the water!
Warning - Lots of walking and lotsof hills.
Lovely little Zoo. It's not the biggest Zoo but it does have the UKs only black Leopard on exhibit.. or should it be calledthe Exmoor beast?
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Exmoor Zoo
Lovely little Zoo. It's not the biggest Zoo but it does have the UKs only black Leopard on exhibit.. or should it be calledthe Exmoor beast?
Looking for a guaranteed day out that’s fun for all the family – then look no further than The BIG Sheep. No matter what the weather, this award-winning family attraction is guaranteed to be the highlight of your holiday. Come rain or shine Devon’s friendliest attraction has an action-packed programme of rides, shows, animals, indoor play and events to keep everyone in the family entertained all day long.
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The Big Sheep.
Abbotsham RoadLooking for a guaranteed day out that’s fun for all the family – then look no further than The BIG Sheep. No matter what the weather, this award-winning family attraction is guaranteed to be the highlight of your holiday. Come rain or shine Devon’s friendliest attraction has an action-packed programme of rides, shows, animals, indoor play and events to keep everyone in the family entertained all day long.
Don’t miss out on this multi award winning day out for the whole family. The Milky Way has won a TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award EVERY year for the past five years.
The Milky Way is an awesome day out for families. Be sure to check out the bird of prey show... Watch your heads!
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The Milky Way Adventure Park
Don’t miss out on this multi award winning day out for the whole family. The Milky Way has won a TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award EVERY year for the past five years.
The Milky Way is an awesome day out for families. Be sure to check out the bird of prey show... Watch your heads!
Quince Honey Farm is a working honey farm and a great day out for all the family. From guided tours, soft play and beautiful gardens through to exclusive bee keeping experiences, there’s plenty to keep everyone happy!
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Quince Honey Farm
Quince Honey Farm is a working honey farm and a great day out for all the family. From guided tours, soft play and beautiful gardens through to exclusive bee keeping experiences, there’s plenty to keep everyone happy!
Sport
36 Holes of Beautiful Championship Links Golf, set in the Heart of North Devon. Saunton Golf clubs East course is ranked 49 and its West course 75 in the UK. Stunningplace for keen golfers.
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Saunton Golf Club
36 Holes of Beautiful Championship Links Golf, set in the Heart of North Devon. Saunton Golf clubs East course is ranked 49 and its West course 75 in the UK. Stunningplace for keen golfers.
The Oldest Course in England
Royal North Devon at Westward Ho! can rightly claim to be the cradle of English Golf. Founded in 1864, it is the oldest golf course in the country and is regarded as the St Andrews of the South. The golf course is as tough as any of the UK’s more famous links layouts and has recently been placed in Golf World 's "Top 100 Courses in the World" that a golfer “must play”.
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Royal North Devon Golf Club
Golf Links RoadThe Oldest Course in England
Royal North Devon at Westward Ho! can rightly claim to be the cradle of English Golf. Founded in 1864, it is the oldest golf course in the country and is regarded as the St Andrews of the South. The golf course is as tough as any of the UK’s more famous links layouts and has recently been placed in Golf World 's "Top 100 Courses in the World" that a golfer “must play”.
102 Station Gym
Classes
25m Swimming pool
Sports Hall
Weights
Free Wifi
Air Con
Learner Pool
Facility Hire
Private Club Events
Seven Brethren Bank, Barnstaple North Devon EX31 2AP
North Devon Leisure Centre
102 Station Gym
Classes
25m Swimming pool
Sports Hall
Weights
Free Wifi
Air Con
Learner Pool
Facility Hire
Private Club Events
Seven Brethren Bank, Barnstaple North Devon EX31 2AP
Get set. Get wet. Go wild.
Have a splashing time in Cascades Tropical Adventure Pool. Kids will love shooting down the 230ft Big Blue Slide or going around the rapids and waterfalls. There's even a toddlers' pool for the little ones.
Based on the Park Dean Holiday Parkin Croyde. YOU MUST BOOK IN ADVANCE
Cascades Family Adventure Pool
Get set. Get wet. Go wild.
Have a splashing time in Cascades Tropical Adventure Pool. Kids will love shooting down the 230ft Big Blue Slide or going around the rapids and waterfalls. There's even a toddlers' pool for the little ones.
Based on the Park Dean Holiday Parkin Croyde. YOU MUST BOOK IN ADVANCE
Blakewell is situated in a beautiful, picturesque Devon valley where it is fed by crystal clear spring water from Exmoor. Blakewell farm their trout and produce the most delicious, mouth-watering smoked salmon and trout you are ever likely to taste.
They are also one of the premier fly fishing destinations in the south west of England for the experienced angler in a beautiful setting for you to relax and unwind.
Muddiford, Barnstaple EX31 4ET
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Blakewell Fisheries
Blakewell is situated in a beautiful, picturesque Devon valley where it is fed by crystal clear spring water from Exmoor. Blakewell farm their trout and produce the most delicious, mouth-watering smoked salmon and trout you are ever likely to taste.
They are also one of the premier fly fishing destinations in the south west of England for the experienced angler in a beautiful setting for you to relax and unwind.
Muddiford, Barnstaple EX31 4ET
Located on the outskirts of Barnstaple, North Devon and a 5 minute drive from our home, Coxleigh Barton is a stunning farm estate, which boasts a premier equestrian centre with superb facilities.
Coxleigh Barton
3 Coxleigh CottagesLocated on the outskirts of Barnstaple, North Devon and a 5 minute drive from our home, Coxleigh Barton is a stunning farm estate, which boasts a premier equestrian centre with superb facilities.
Located in the heart of Barnstaple, our fantastic facility offers 6 impressive indoor tennis courts and 4 floodlit outdoor tennis courts.
Tarka tennis offer a range of tennis activities including coaching and casual play sessions for all levels from beginners to National standards.
There isnt just tennis there, they also have badminton and table tennis.
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Tarka Tennis Centre
7 Seven Brethren BankLocated in the heart of Barnstaple, our fantastic facility offers 6 impressive indoor tennis courts and 4 floodlit outdoor tennis courts.
Tarka tennis offer a range of tennis activities including coaching and casual play sessions for all levels from beginners to National standards.
There isnt just tennis there, they also have badminton and table tennis.
Neighbourhoods
The ancient and historic village of Pilton is today a suburb within the town of Barnstaple, one of the oldest boroughs in England. It is located about quarter of a mile north of the town centre in the English county of Devon, in the district of North Devon.
Pilton is a quiet and safe residential area of Barnstaple with easy access to everything you need.
Pilton
The ancient and historic village of Pilton is today a suburb within the town of Barnstaple, one of the oldest boroughs in England. It is located about quarter of a mile north of the town centre in the English county of Devon, in the district of North Devon.
Pilton is a quiet and safe residential area of Barnstaple with easy access to everything you need.
Barnstaple is the largest town in North Devon and set on the River Taw.
Check out Butchers row for the finest quality butchers and bakery in town.
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Barnstaple
Barnstaple is the largest town in North Devon and set on the River Taw.
Check out Butchers row for the finest quality butchers and bakery in town.
Idyllic walk around manning pit. This is literally right on your doorstep.w
The fields known as Manning’s Pit in Pilton, Barnstaple have been walked and played on by local people for at least a thousand years. They’re a little piece of the beautiful North Devon countryside within an easy stroll of town, one of the many reasons why they are much loved by local residents. Memories run deep here and many tell of how their grandparents and even great grandparents treasured these fields. Today Manning’s Pit is a safe place to play for a new generation of Pilton’s children.
Mannings Pit
Windsor RoadIdyllic walk around manning pit. This is literally right on your doorstep.w
The fields known as Manning’s Pit in Pilton, Barnstaple have been walked and played on by local people for at least a thousand years. They’re a little piece of the beautiful North Devon countryside within an easy stroll of town, one of the many reasons why they are much loved by local residents. Memories run deep here and many tell of how their grandparents and even great grandparents treasured these fields. Today Manning’s Pit is a safe place to play for a new generation of Pilton’s children.
Pilton park is our closest children's play park. A short 5 min walk towards the town centre which includes a large grass area for ball games and a perimeter tarmac path for walking, scooter ing, skating pathos cycling with the river Yeo snaking around the whole park..
Pilton Park
Pilton park is our closest children's play park. A short 5 min walk towards the town centre which includes a large grass area for ball games and a perimeter tarmac path for walking, scooter ing, skating pathos cycling with the river Yeo snaking around the whole park..
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Verkehrsmittel
Bus
The number 21 / 21A / 21C buses run up to every 15 minutes between Bideford, Barnstaple and Braunton and up to every 30 minutes to Westward Ho! and Ilfracombe.