Ruda Holiday Park - Parkdean Resorts

Ruda Holiday Park offers you one of the most spectacular views in Devon- beautiful Croyde Bay. The…

The Barnstaple Hotel

Discover the Barnstaple Hotel - everything you need to work, rest and play in the lap of…

The Imperial Hotel

The Imperial Hotel in Barnstaple is a flagship of Brend Hotels, the leader in West Country…

Family Holidays in North Devon

North Devon is the perfect place for family holidays, with glorious beaches, top tourist attractions and family focused accommodation, it is the ideal place for your family holiday.

Fun for all ages

North Devon’s top attractions and natural landscape offers fun days out to suit all ages, interests and weather conditions,. Choose from steam trains or rollercoaster rides, creative workshops, museums and art galleries, outdoor adventures or making friends with wildlife.

Wherever you look there is tons of family fun to be had in North Devon and Exmoor! With a host of attractions to enjoy, there’s an option to suit all ages and interests. If your kids are fans of wildlife you’ve come to the right place – we've award-winning aquariums and zoos, to farm attractions and nature trails.

You may even get to feed the lions, take a rockpool ramble or hold a tarantula if you’re feeling brave!

Fun whatever the weather

As for wet weather activities, we’ve everything from exciting theme parks and soft play areas to steam trains, bowling and creative workshops.

Plus, if you choose to book a holiday park for your accommodation, you’ll find that they also have a whole host of activities and facilities on site, so you don’t need to travel too far to have a good time or even brave the weather! Some of them even provide children’s clubs or creche services too, so that the parents can have a bit of a break too!

To tire everyone out, hit the beach for some sandcastle building and games, or hire bikes and head out along the traffic-free Tarka Trail; there are plenty of great pit-stops along the way offering delicious and healthy snacks, and a number of places even offer pre-ordered picnics for your journey.

In fact, a picnic is an ideal way to have fun while on a budget. Gather your favourite snacks together and head out for a day exploring Exmoor or following one of the many nature trails or coastal paths that can be found in the region. The majority of the coast forms part of the North Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and with the Biosphere and the various landscapes on Exmoor, you’ll never be short of places to enjoy and new experiences to have.

Get out on the waves

If you’re thinking about getting your family started on a new water sport, lessons and gear are readily available in North Devon thanks to its reputation as being the surfing capital of the UK. Not only are there chances for you to go out with an instructor, but you can also explore the waves on your own if you’re feeling brave enough and you can rest assured that most main beaches are lifeguard protected during the summer months, with many achieving the Blue Flag status for water cleanliness.

If you’re planning a family holiday where the whole family, including your four legged friends comes along, you won’t be disappointed with a stay in North Devon. The region is incredibly dog friendly, with many of the beaches being accessible all year round and much of the accommodation options having dog friendly rooms available.

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Heddons Gate Hotel

Martinhoe, Barnstaple

Welcome to the Heddon Valley where the South West Coast Path dips down to the sea close to Heddon's Mouth.
Heddon's Gate is tucked away high up on the eastern side of…
Ruda Holiday Park - Parkdean Resorts

Croyde, Braunton

Ruda Holiday Park offers you one of the most spectacular views in Devon- beautiful Croyde Bay. The stretch of golden sand, stunning coastline and the picturesque Croyde…
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Ilfracombe Holiday Park

Ilfracombe

Situated in the beautiful North Devon and minutes from the centre of the lovely harbour town of Ilfracombe, is the Ilfracombe Holiday Park. Sitting at the highest point in…
Clovelly Fields Campsite

Bideford

This spacious campsite is located in the gorgeous coastal North Devon countryside, close to the Cornwall border and the South West Coast Path. It’s perfect for families and…
Woolacombe Bay Holiday Park

Woolacombe

Woolacombe Bay Holiday Park is a premium seaside Park with the beach on its doorstep and spectacular sea views, boasting a lively atmosphere with a superb selection of…
Marsdens Devon Cottages

Braunton

Marsdens Devon Cottages is one of over 30 truly-local brands bough together by Original Cottages - the UK’s leading, independent, family-owned, holiday-lettings company.
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Love North Devon

Brayford, Barnstaple

An idyllic 53 acre Organic estate in the heart of the North Devon countryside providing self catering holidays in an amazing setting for Families of all sizes, Larger…
Birchill Farm & Cottages

Torrington

Set in idyllic North Devon countryside, Birchill Farm & Cottages sits amongst 8 acres of green pasture and ancient oak woodlands. We are located 3 miles from the beautiful,…
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Beach Cove Coastal Retreat

Ilfracombe

Quirky beach huts, private hot tubs and stunning coastal views await you at a resort which has well and truly established itself as the romance capital of North Devon.
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Woodford Bridge Country Club by Diamond Resorts

Milton Damerel, Nr Holsworthy

Set in the heart of the North Devon countryside, the Visit England four star Woodford Bridge Country Club is a rural retreat with a 15th century thatched coaching inn at its…
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Lower Campscott Farm Holiday Cottages

Nr Woolacombe, Ilfracombe

Escape to the peace and tranquillity of our family farm overlooking the sea and relax in our 4-star holiday cottages and lodges. Perfect for families, couples and groups of…
Manleigh Park

Ilfracombe

At Manleigh Park, we offer a range of accommodation to suit all.
All units have 2 bedrooms, 1 Double and 1 twin, with some also offering a double sofa bed.
Chalets…
Tarka Trail Camping

Barnstaple

Tarka Trail Camping is a ‘Green’, family owned and run campsite beside the beautiful Tarka Trail next to the River Taw Estuary. Our large, level, grassed camping field is…
Golden Coast Holiday Park

Woolacombe

Golden Coast Holiday Park is an all-action Park with lots going on day and night. It’s home to an exhilarating unique covered surfing simulator and sports complex, including…
Old Smithy Holidays

Welcombe, Bideford

Hollyhocks Bungalow is located in the stunning village of Welcombe on the North Devon/Cornwall border. A few minutes walk from the beautiful thatched, 13c inn, set in lovely…
Heasley House

South Molton

Situated on the edge of the stunning Exmoor National Park, Heasley House is a former Georgian mine-captains home, and has seven beautifully-appointed and individual double…
Bampfield Farm Cottages

Barnstaple

Bampfield Farm Cottages are where holiday memories are made, set in acres of rolling hills on a working family farm, this is the perfect base for your holiday. Bampfield Farm…
Corffe House & Holiday Cottages

Barnstaple

Nestled in the beautiful North Devon countryside, the Corffe Estate provides an ideal base for family holidays, short breaks and work stopovers. Located on the outskirts of…
The Carlton Hotel

Ilfracombe

Our independent hotel is perfectly located in Ilfracombe, ideal for exploring Exmoor Park, the Atlantic Coast, Saunton, Woolacombe and the harbour town with its variety of…
Deer's Leap Retreat

South Molton

Traditional old Devon farmhouse on edge of Exmoor with relaxed beautiful grounds, a lake and stunning views, ideal for families and friends, large groups and small groups…