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Category: Things to do
If you are looking for the tastiest Christmas treats, festive food and handmade treasures, don’t miss our Christmas Farmers' Market at the BIG Sheep on Saturdays in December (7th, 14th and 21st Dec), there’s FREE entry, mince pies and also a chance to WIN a £200 Christmas Hamper! There are lots of…
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It’s that time of year again when we all start rushing to get food, drink and gifts in time for the big day. Luckily, there are plenty of opportunities to stock up on presents for the nearest and dearest as well as locally sourced food and drink right here in North Devon. For something special and…
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Back in the summer, a young couple from Bristol had Exmoor Zoo seeing red – literally! Earlier in the year, the zoo welcomed a pair of red pandas who were being rehomed from Bristol Zoo, who, after settling into their new home gave birth to twins! This half term, visitors are encouraged to stop by…
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Looking for things to do this October half term in North Devon? We have you covered! Here’s the lowdown of what’s on at some of the region’s best-loved attractions. The Big Sheep Creep it real this half term at The Big Sheep with their Halloween themed half term fun. Throughout half term, the park…
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Looking for something different to do over half term? Head to Exmoor for the annual Dark Skies Festival – a celebration of Exmoor’s clear skies and a chance to explore the universe without having to splurge on astronaut training! The Exmoor National Park became Europe’s first Dark Skies Reserve in…
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You needn’t dread the shorter days and longer nights as the seasons change because there are a host of sensory experiences to enjoy at the beautiful RHS gardens in the heart of North Devon. The festive highlight must be the RHS Glow illuminations which transform the impeccably curated horticultural…
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This October, be first to experience Watermouth Castle’s first-ever immersive scare attraction: ‘Descent into Darkness’… Get ready to be spooked! Watermouth Castle, nestled in the heart of North Devon, is excited to announce its hair-raising Halloween scare event, promising thrills and chills for…
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Enjoy the beautiful autumn colours and discover fascinating plants on a family garden trail, take part in spooky craft activities, decorate your own pumpkin, and enjoy storytelling and a weird and wonderful magic show at the stunning RHS gardens just outside Great Torrington. Wicked Plants Garden…
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October half term will be here before we know it, so make sure to book your days out and short breaks in North Devon early! Whether you want to spend some time exploring the UK Surf Reserve, following the South West Coast Path, visiting the ponies on Exmoor or spending time at one of the region’s…
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Celebrate the bounty of autumn and RHS Rosemoor’s heritage apple harvest with a weekend of cookery demos, expert talks, live music and a fabulous food and craft market, with RHS Rosemoor’s Festival of Flavours, running between 5th-6th October. Meet 40 local traders and craftspeople and browse…
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