This February half term, North Devon is the place to be! Known as England’s Adventure Coast and home to the UK’s first Surf Reserve, there is a host of fun to be had here in North Devon, whatever your ability, age and interests!

Take a look at some of the best-loved attractions opening their doors for half term here.

The Big Sheep | Bideford, EX39 5AP

Home to the biggest rides in the region and the world famous sheep race, there are a host of things to do at the Big Sheep whether you’re eight or eighty. Head online to book your tickets for half term now to avoid disappointment. Plus, you might be lucky enough to see some of the farm’s lambing!

The BIG Sheep

The BIG Sheep

Experience Non-Stop Family Fun at The Big Sheep in North Devon The Big Sheep Farm & Theme Park is one of North Devon’s most popular family attractions and has welcomed more than 3.6 million visitors. Located near Bideford, this award-winning attraction offers rides, live shows, animals and…

Milky Way Adventure Park | Bideford, EX39 5RY

A regular winner of the TripAdvisor Best of the Best Award, The Milky Way is an all-weather day out for the whole family with fun activities, workshops, rides and demonstrations taking place all day!

The Milky Way Adventure Park

The Milky Way Adventure Park

The South West’s only attraction has been named Tripadvisor Best of the Best every year from 2020 to 2026! This all-weather day out, with fun for all ages, is simply unmissable.   The Milky Way Adventure Park in North Devon is an all-weather family attraction packed with rides, live…

RHS Rosemoor | Torrington, EX38 8PH

There are a host of activities taking place at RHS Rosemoor on top of the usual fun to be had at the gardens. This half term, there are several things to get you ready for spring, including fun family planting workshops, garden trail and even an interactive magic show! Garden admission applies, with free entry to events for RHS members and children under five. Find out more when booking your tickets.

RHS Garden Rosemoor

RHS Garden Rosemoor

Discover the Beauty of RHS Garden Rosemoor   Nestled in a picturesque valley in the heart of North Devon, between Exmoor and Dartmoor National Parks, RHS Garden Rosemoor is a breathtaking 65-acre paradise that offers a unique blend of horticultural excellence, biodiversity, and natural beauty…

Lundy Island | EX39 2EY

Lundy Island is the ultimate adventure for half term, not only do you get to sail across to the island or fly, but there are a host of things to see and do there. From visiting a cave that was used to hold prisoners or the highest lighthouse in Britain, you’ll also find incredible animals, including an array of birdlife, sharks and more!

Learn more and book your visit online.

Lundy Island

Lundy Island

The Beautiful Island of Lundy What is it about Lundy – a wild, 400ft high granite lump just three miles long and half a     mile wide, located where the Bristol Channel meets the Atlantic – that has people going back there again and again? Maybe it’s to escape…

Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway | Lynmouth, EX36 6EQ

As the UK’s only fully water-powered railway, Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway is a unique day out for the whole family, plus children under four can travel for free! You can even bring your dogs with you!

Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway

Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway

Discover North Devon’s World-Famous Water-Powered Cliff Railway Step aboard one of Devon’s most remarkable attractions and experience a truly unforgettable journey on the world-famous Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway — proudly awarded Devon’s Large Attraction of the Year…

Ilfracombe Aquarium | Ilfracombe, EX34 9EQ

Whether the weather is against you or not, Ilfracombe Aquarium is a great day out, with a host of fascinating water exhibits and interactive trails, kids of all ages will find something to keep them entertained here.

Ilfracombe Aquarium

Ilfracombe Aquarium

Discover… Ilfracombe Aquarium, the ever - popular, family-friendly, all - weather attraction. Established in 2001, the Ilfracombe Aquarium this year is celebrating it’s 25 year anniversary. It’s an ever evolving and always popular, award-winning independent attraction located in…

Need more suggestions for spending the February half term in North Devon? Find a host of things to do and places to stay below. 

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