North Devon & Exmoor Blog
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Get your Christmas jumpers at the ready and prepare to indulge in mince pies, mulled wine and a host of other tasty treats over the next couple of weeks with these upcoming Christmas markets. For those of you wanting to crack into your Christmas shopping, make sure to visit Affinity Devon Outlet in…
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We all know that North Devon has some of the best beaches in Britain and that the coastline forms part of the UK’s surf reserve but did you know they are also great for beachcombing? For those who aren’t in the know, beachcombing involves combing the beach, particularly the shoreline and any rock…
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As Halloween is almost here, we thought we would dive into one of the most chilling incidents from North Devon’s history: The Bideford Witch Trials. The Bideford Witch Trials are one of the England’s most remarkable witch trials, partly because by the time they took place, witch hunting had mostly…
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Halloween is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than by staying in one of Devon's unique self-catering holiday rentals? Devon is one of England's most enchanting counties, offering a tempting range of properties from stunning seaside retreats to cosy country cottages, with…
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Make memories with friends and family this festive season by exploring eye catching and immersive light and sound installations, set in a stunning garden in the Torridge Valley. A seasonal favourite, this year’s illuminations at RHS Garden Rosemoor offer the longest route though the gardens yet…
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Visiting North Devon this half term? Well, there’s plenty to keep you entertained whatever the weather throws at us! Plus, with a wide range of things to see and do, there’s something to suit every age and taste. Here are some of the things you can enjoy while in North Devon this half term…
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Planning to propose? Or already got a yes and need to look for venues and everything that goes with it? Here’s everything you need to know for getting married in North Devon. Don’t forget, this is a hugely popular place to host your wedding, so make sure to book your big day in as early as possible…
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This annual festival which celebrates Exmoor as a Dark Skies Reserve, will be kicking off on 13 th October and running through to 29 th with a series of over 60 events for all ages. The festival will kick off in Tiverton on 13 th October with an astronomy lecture about galaxies, stars, black holes and…
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A weekend bursting with fresh seasonal flavours, culinary inspiration and family fun is in store for food lovers at RHS Garden Rosemoor this October. Sponsored by Atkins Ferrie Wealth Management, Festival of Flavours celebrates the bounty of autumn and Rosemoor’s Heritage Devon apple harvest with…
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North Devon is one of the most romantic and inspiring places in the UK. Over the years it has provided the backdrop for epic novels like Lorna Doone and for a time, was a home from home for the great romantic poets of the time like Wordsworth and Shelley. You can find evidence of their time in the…
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