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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Families are continuing to flock to North Devon for holidays showing the staycation trend is far from over, according to local family-run accommodation provider Woolacombe Bay Holiday Parks. After two years of Brits being unable to take a break away over the Easter holidays, bookings are back to…
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North Devon has become the 12 th location around the globe to be selected as a World Surfing Reserve, the first of its kind in the UK and only the second in Europe. It is also the first ever cold water World Surfing Reserve, with the best waves found to arrive in the winter season. North Devon is…
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We all know that North Devon is a haven for surfers and one of the best places to catch the waves in the UK, but where in the region should those new to the sport head to get the best currents? We’ve selected some of our favourite surfing hotspots in North Devon to get you started, surfers, where do…
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Did you know that April is National Pet Month? Not only is the spring weather ideal for getting out and about and exploring but as its National Pet Month, it’s the perfect time to treat your dogs to a little break away by booking a North Devon adventure! North Devon is one of the most dog friendly…
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If you find yourself in North Devon over the Easter weekend or during the school holidays and are looking for things to do, look no further, here are our top suggestions of things to do this Easter. One must do activity is visiting the Easter bunny who will be at the Milky Way Adventure Park from…
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North Devon might be famous for its coastline but that isn’t the only thing it has going for it. It is also home to some spectacular landscapes and so if you’re visiting this spring, here are the perfect places to see the seasons change with some seasonal spring flowers. Docton Mill Gardens This…
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English Tourism Week is back for 2022 and kicks off on 18 th March! The annual campaign celebrates the diverse and vibrant tourism industry across England and gives holiday makers and industry professions the chance to raise awareness of English destinations. English tourism makes up over 80% of the…
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The Exmoor National Park is a wonderfully scenic place to visit all year around but in the Spring, with the new flowers blooming and the new foals and kids being born, it is a whole different experience. If you’re planning to visit Exmoor over the spring, here are a few suggestions of things you can…
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Every March we celebrate World Book Day – you’ve likely seen local children and other organisations getting dressed up as their favourite characters, this year, we thought we’d join in by introducing you to some of the incredible writers that have called North Devon home throughout the years…
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If you’re planning a stay in North Devon this year, why not grab the chance to live like a local by booking a farm stay? Farm stays are a great way to experience North Devon, not only do you have a real home from home with a friendly atmosphere, but you have plenty of space, access to fresh, local…
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