North Devon & Exmoor Blog
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Exmoor’s Holnicote Estate has announced that a six week old beaver kit has been spotted on the grounds following the reintroduction of an adult pair last year. It is the first time that a beaver has been born on Exmoor for 400 years. Camera footage shows the kit swimming to the beaver lodge with its…
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With its diverse landscape full of coastal paths, moorland, woodland and farmland, you never have the same experience twice on a visit to the Exmoor National Park. Its diversity is part of its charm and there is always something new to see, even if you’ve been one hundred times before. This summer…
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One of North Devon’s most dramatic and picturesque places is the Hartland Peninsula, while the village itself is remote when compared to some of North Devon’s other popular destination but its charm heavily outways that. It is the perfect location for anyone who loves stunning, coastal views while…
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National Cream Tea Day takes place on the last Friday of June and this year will be on 25 th June – so before the big day, let’s make sure you know everything there is to know about this amazing Devonshire treat! Did you know that Cream Tea has been enjoyed, in some form or another, since the 1660s…
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Did you know that it is National Picnic Week this month? Well, now you do! National Picnic Week runs in June every year and this year, the event falls from 19 th until 27 th June and is the perfect opportunity for getting out and about in North Devon and enjoying a good old fashioned picnic! The team…
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Father’s Day is coming up on 20 th June and while not everyone celebrates, if you have a father figure, grandfather, uncle, brother or step dad in your life that you want treat this Father’s Day, here are some suggestions of things to do while in North Devon. For the adventurous If you have a thrill…
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Did you know it is Devon Day on 4 th June? Well now you do! Obviously to us, we eat, drink and love Devon every day of the year, especially North Devon with its beautiful coastlines and top attractions. Today though, is a day for everyone to celebrate the best county in the UK and we’re here to tell…
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As World Otter Day falls on the 30 th May of this year, what better time is there to celebrate North Devon’s most famous otter, Tarka. Tarka the Otter is the main character in Tarka the Otter: His Joyful Waterlife and Death in the Country of the Two Rivers by Henry Williamson and has made a lasting…
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Known as one of the most popular tourist resorts in the North Devon region and a town that is quickly becoming known as a foodie destination, Ilfracombe is a great choice for anyone looking for a break later in 2021 or into 2022. Here are some suggestions of things to do and places to stay while…
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As you might imagine Exmoor’s beautiful landscape has long inspired writers and poets, from the great romantics to serious novelists. Here are a couple of the writers that have lived on Exmoor and been inspired to write some of our favourite words. One of the UK’s most epic romances of all time is…
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