North Devon & Exmoor Blog

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5 reasons to visit Exmoor this summer

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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Exploring Hartland

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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5 of North Devon’s best picnic spots

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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24 hours in Ilfracombe

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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Something to Marvel at!

“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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Four great running routes in North Devon

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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