Holidays in North Devon
North Devon is alive with vast, colourful landscapes, a dramatic coastline and a vibrant art and music scene, so it is truly one of the top destinations in the UK. North Devon offers such a variety of fantastic activities, events and festivals that it attracts all kinds of visitors; there is literally something for everyone. Hartland and North Devon Heritage Coasts, together with the North Devon Biosphere Reserve, make up one of the finest 'Protected Landscapes' in England.Destinations
The tiny co-existing towns of Lynton and Lynmouth are known as the ‘Little Switzerland’ of England. These beautiful little villages evolved around two gorge-like, wooded river valleys on Exmoor’s Devon Coast, where the twin rivers of East and West Lyn cause impressive waterfalls. Click here to read more.
Croyde dates back to pre-Saxon times; it is one of the prettiest villages in Devon, due to its many thatched chocolate box cottages. Today Croyde is extremely popular with surfers who come from far and wide to experience its world-class waves. Click here to read more.
Woolacombe beach is regulalry recognised as one of the top ten beaches in the world. With 3 miles of sand stretching across to Putsborough beach, it is big enough for both families and watersport enthusaists to enjoy! With enough shops, eateries and activity centres to satisfy the many holidaymakers and day-trippers, Woolacombe remains remarkably unspoilt. Click here to read more.
Welcombe lies on the Atlantic Coast just on the Devon side of the North Devon/Cornwall border, midway between Bideford and Bude. Welcombe is perfectly situated for a walking holiday with plenty to occupy either those looking for picturesque gentle strolls or the more hardened dedicated walker, with access to a large network of local footpaths. Click here to read more.
Ilfracombe is a beautiful coastal town with grand villas and quaint terraces, retaining much of its Victorian charm and character. Set between the National Park of Exmoor to the East and the golden coast, with surfing beaches, to the West, it makes the ideal holiday location. Click here to read more.
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Christmas events in North Devon
The festive season returns once more, with late night shopping, Christmas lights, craft fairs, mulled wine and mince pies! Here is a line up of Christmas events to entertain you from now until the new year. Nov - Jan. Click here to read more.
Christmas Exhibition
A colourful show with a wide range of work from Devon based artists and makers. Painting, Photography, Textiles, Sculpture, Gl, Jewellery, Limited Edition Artists prints... The Little Gallery on the Farm, until 28 Dec. Click here to read more.
North Devon Ramblers
Enjoy North Devon's fantastic countryside with the local Ramblers' group. Start with a walk around Wistlandpound Reservoir, then mulled wine and mince pies, Sat 27 Dec. Click here to see their latest walks' programme.
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Beaches
Beach safety
Sponsored by the RNLI - www.rnli.org.ukOk, so you're at the beach to have fun, just make sure you stay safe too! Every year, thousands of people get into real, life-threatening difficulty on our coasts. They may be washed out to sea, pulled under by a strong rip current, or simply get into the water when conditions are dangerous. To ensure you and your family don't put yourselves in danger, the RNLI have compiled some simple steps you can take to stay safe on the beach. Click here to read more.
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