North Devon’s reputation for big skies and beautiful beaches is well deserved, but even when the weather turns, there is still plenty to enjoy. A rainy day offers the perfect excuse to slow down, explore indoors and discover a different side of the region. From creative spaces to cosy escapes, North…
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Looking for magical Christmas days out with the family in North Devon? You’re in luck! The region is brimming with festive fun, twinkling lights, and memory-making moments. From meeting Santa to exploring illuminated gardens and enjoying winter walks by the sea, there’s something for every family to…
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As twilight falls on selected dates from Friday 21 November to 30 December, RHS Rosemoor near Great Torrington will transform into a world of magical winter wonders where you can admire the garden’s dramatic architecture in a whole new light – skilfully illuminated with a kaleidoscope of colours and…
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North Devon’s spectacular coastline holds more than just stunning views, it’s steeped in stories of daring smugglers, brave sailors, pirates, and tragic shipwrecks. From the 1700s to the early 20th century, this region played a vital role in Britain's seafaring legacy. Today, you can still uncover…
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North Devon’s coastline is famous for wide sands and dramatic cliffs, but some of its most captivating beaches remain quiet long after the summer crowds have gone. Autumn is the ideal time to explore these secluded spots. Cooler temperatures and softer light create a peaceful atmosphere, and the…
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A Bigger, Darker and More Twisted Experience Than Ever Before. This Halloween, North Devon’s Watermouth Castle invites fear-seekers and horror fans to Descend into Darkness - an immersive and utterly bone-chilling scare event running on selected nights from 17 th October to 1 st November 2025. Prepare…
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The Great British Beach Clean returns from Friday 19 to Sunday 28 September 2025, inviting communities across the UK, including beautiful Devon, to play a part in eradicating marine litter while contributing valuable conservation data. Here are the confirmed events happening in Devon during that…
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Every autumn, Exmoor reveals one of its greatest treasures. As night falls, the moorland skies come alive with thousands of stars, planets and even the glowing sweep of the Milky Way. To celebrate this rare gift, the Exmoor Dark Skies Festival invites visitors to slow down, look up and reconnect…
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North Devon is full of surprises. It is a place where one walk along the coast might reward you with a dolphin leaping out of the water, and another might bring you face to face with a deer quietly moving through the woodland. Wildlife thrives here because of the combination of dramatic coastline…
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Fancy an invigorating day outdoors where you can get expert growing advice, tour edible gardens, watch live talks and cookery demonstrations, and browse and buy tasty treats from local producers? Gardening meets gastronomy at Plot to Plate, RHS Garden Rosemoor Saturday 4 - Sunday 5 October, where…
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