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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Dine al fresco in North Devon

It’s July, so hopefully we’ll have some much better weather than we have over the last few months! One of the best things to do during a summer day is to stop somewhere picturesque for a picnic and to bask in the sunshine. If that sounds like a good day out to you, here are our suggestions for…

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Book your last minute stay in North Devon now!

Moor and Sea, with their lovely views towards Exmoor has late availability for July, so don’t miss out – book your trip to North Devon today! Moor and Sea has eight beautifully furnished stone lodges perfect for everything from romantic getaways to holidays with family and friends. Conveniently…

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Surf safely in North Devon

With the warmer weather on its way (hopefully!), no doubt you’ll want to take advantage of the beautiful North Devon coastline, much of which falls within the UK’s Surf Reserve. While having fun on the waves is the most important thing during your visit, we also want you to be safe, so before you…

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Step into the past with RHS Rosemoor's Vintage Weekend

Travel back in time and enjoy a weekend of nostalgia at RHS Rosemoor’s annual Vintage Weekend, supported by Atkins Ferrie Wealth Management. Admire a huge and eclectic selection of wonderful classic cars, motorcycles, tractors and caravans on the rolling lawns and speak to the collectors who…

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Explore Valley of Rocks this summer

Looking for a new spot to explore this summer? Why not head to Valley of Rocks on the outskirts of Lynton? The beautiful, rugged valley is not only home to a herd of wild mountain goats but has also been named by Countryfile as a top place for a spring walk! BBC’s Countryfile released a list of…

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North Devon residents to get free bus travel

Free Sunday bus travel is being offered in North Devon this June to promote public transport and encourage leisure travel. Residents and visitors across North Devon will be able to benefit from the offer, which starts this Sunday (2 June) on all services in and out of Barnstaple. It will also be…

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Join RHS Garden Rosemoor for the Festival of Roses

There’s no better place to admire the breadth of colour, shape and habit of these national favourites in early summer. Boasting one of the UK’s largest collections of roses, Rosemoor is home to more than 200 different varieties and over 2,000 specimens, ranging from traditional cottage garden…

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