North Devon & Exmoor Blog
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Category: Things to do
The line-up for this year’s festival is now complete as top comedian, actor, musician and 2020 Strictly winner, Bill Bailey, and cinematic royalty and film legend, Hayley Mills, confirm their attendance! Bill Bailey and Hayley Mills join a raft of stars including Ruby Wax, Sara Cox, Reverend…
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RHS Garden Rosemoor in Torrington, Devon, is delighted to announce the return of its Garden Flower Show for 2021, sponsored by Atkins Ferrie Wealth Management. Following the cancellation of the 2020 show, this year’s event is set to be better than ever, featuring incredible flower power from…
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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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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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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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“I am the best at what I do and what I do isn’t very nice” Any fan of marvel comics will recognise this quote! With a reputation for strength and ferocity, stocky and muscular, and renown for speed, stamina and durability it is of course Marvel comics character “The Wolverine”. Exmoor zoo is…
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As the weather gets better and more restrictions start being lifted, you might be in the mood to get out and explore. If you’re anything like us, you’ll want to get more active once we’re allowed to move around more, so here are five of our favourite running routes around North Devon. The Tarka…
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