North Devon & Exmoor Blog
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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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Winter food is the best kind of food – hearty roasts, stews and delectable desserts, the menus available at this time of year are the perfect way to battle against the colder weather and longer nights. This is the ideal time of year for enjoying meals out with friends in the run up to the festive…
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Get yourself tickets for the brightest night of the year at RHS Glow and see Rosemoor gardens illuminated like never before from 15 November to 28 December. This year’s spectacular light and sound show in North Devon will take the longest route through the gardens yet. In fact, the trail is the…
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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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It’s that time of year again when we all start rushing to get food, drink and gifts in time for the big day. Luckily, there are plenty of opportunities to stock up on presents for the nearest and dearest as well as locally sourced food and drink right here in North Devon. For something special and…
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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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Though we love seeing the North Devon coast in the sun, there is something very special about visiting in the winter. With the rugged coastline and wilds of Exmoor, it’s a wonderfully atmospheric place to spend a few days before the end of the year. Don’t believe us? Come see for yourself with a…
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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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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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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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