North Devon & Exmoor Blog

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Whether you are a first time visitor to North Devon or a resident, our blog is the perfect place to find top tips for travel around the county, ideas and inspiration for your stay and all the latest news. 

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Christmas at the Court: explore an Arlington Christmas

Arlington Court National Trust invites visitors to experience the magic of a Victorian holiday season. This year, enjoy decorations inspired by timeless carols, festive family activities, and a special offer to bring a friend for free. Christmas at Arlington is open on Saturdays, Sundays, and…

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The BIG Sheep's BIG Festive Line Up for 2024

If you are looking for the tastiest Christmas treats, festive food and handmade treasures, don’t miss our Christmas Farmers' Market at the BIG Sheep on Saturdays in December (7th, 14th and 21st Dec), there’s FREE entry, mince pies and also a chance to WIN a £200 Christmas Hamper! There are lots of…

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Escape to North Devon this winter with Saunton Beach Villas

Want to visit North Devon but aren’t too keen on crowded beaches or fighting your way around the region’s attractions? Plan the perfect winter escape this winter with Saunton Beach Villas. Perfect for anyone wanting a last minute break on a budget, Saunton Beach Villas are offering cosy winter…

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Creepy stories from North Devon

Though we normally shout about the beauty and the friendly atmosphere you can find in North Devon, today, we’re celebrating the supernatural with some of the creepier stories from the region. This Halloween, there are plenty of hair raising events to ensure a spookily good time, here are some of the…

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Will you see red this half term?

Back in the summer, a young couple from Bristol had Exmoor Zoo seeing red – literally! Earlier in the year, the zoo welcomed a pair of red pandas who were being rehomed from Bristol Zoo, who, after settling into their new home gave birth to twins! This half term, visitors are encouraged to stop by…

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Looking forward to Autumn in North Devon

Spooky season is here and that means that it’s autumn. So to get you excited about the leaves changing colour, that delightful crunch under foot and as many PSLs as you can drink, we thought we’d take a look at some of our favourite shots of North Devon in autumn. Of course, we’re biased, we think…

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