North Devon is full of energy during the summer months, with family days out, outdoor festivals and seasonal activities taking place across the region. Visitors can enjoy everything from creative play sessions to live music and traditional celebrations. This guide highlights some of the best events…
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With dramatic coastal scenery, rolling countryside, ancient woodlands and miles of well-maintained trails, North Devon is one of the UK's best destinations for a summer walking holiday. Whether you're looking for challenging coastal hikes, leisurely countryside strolls or routes that showcase some…
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Woolacombe Bay Holiday Parks, the leading independent family-run holiday operator in North Devon, has once again defied the corporate giants by securing a clean sweep at the 2026 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards. All three of the group’s Devon destinations - Woolacombe Bay Holiday Park…
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From picture-perfect fishing ports and historic harbour towns to cliffside communities surrounded by spectacular scenery, North Devon is home to some of the most beautiful villages in the UK. Whether you're planning a short break, a coastal holiday or simply looking for new places to explore, North…
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The North Devon UNESCO Biosphere has launched its new Strategy for 2026–2036, setting out a bold and collaborative vision to restore nature, tackle climate change, and support thriving communities and a sustainable local economy. The strategy, titled “Living up to world class by nature”, has been…
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For the past 6 months the horticultural team at RHS Garden Rosemoor have been giving their Shrub Rose Garden an exciting refurbishment ahead of this year's Festival of Roses. The first major renovation of this garden since 2004 has seen new support structures installed and over 40 new rose varieties…
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Planning a family holiday in North Devon? You're spoilt for choice when it comes to beaches. From vast stretches of golden sand perfect for sandcastle building to sheltered coves ideal for paddling, North Devon is home to some of the best family-friendly beaches in the UK. Whether you're visiting…
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Waverley, the World’s last seagoing paddle steamer, has returned to North Devon and Somerset with the historic steamship set to offer cruises for a limited time only until Wednesday 17th June. Waverley is due to call at Clevedon, Ilfracombe, Minehead, Bideford, Portishead and Weston-super-Mare…
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If you’re looking to truly switch off and reconnect with nature, Lundy Island offers one of the most unique and unspoilt experiences in the UK. Sitting just off the North Devon coast in the Bristol Channel, this small island feels a world away from the mainland. Whether you’re visiting for a day…
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Ilfracombe Coast Week will take place from Saturday 30 May to Sunday 7 June 2026, bringing together a packed programme of coastal activities, heritage, art, wildlife, water safety, boat trips, workshops, talks and family-friendly experiences across the town. Created to celebrate Ilfracombe’s…
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