In North Devon, there are a whole host of beautiful towns and villages, both coastal and rural full of vibrant history.
Explore North Devon
Whatever you want to do when you’re in North Devon, you’ll never be bored. There are a whole host of events taking place all over the region for you to add to your diaries, take a look at them all here. We think that the whole of North Devon & Exmoor is unmissable, but when you explore, you discover more about this incredible place and there is certainly lots to find in this region.
Adventures in North Devon
Whether you live here, have only seen a small part of the area, or visit different places regularly, you’re bound to know that around every corner is a new thing to see and new knowledge to gather. From the outdoor spaces, complete with unique towns & villages and the many indoor activities, there are plenty of adventures to be had here.
From the hills of Exmoor, out to Torrington and Holsworthy inland, along the rugged Atlantic coast, with dramatic cliffs and golden beaches onto the large towns of Barnstaple, Bideford and Ilfracombe and villages beyond, there are so many wonderful places to explore. With countryside, coastline and just about everything in between all brimming with heritage, artistry and creativity, no two towns and villages are the same, but all of them offer adventure!
Wherever you are in North Devon, you’ll find fascinating places, locations, countryside and history to uncover!
Pretty places to visit in North Devon
North Devon has much to be proud of when it comes to the region’s natural beauty. From the coastline to the UNESCO Biosphere to the South West Coast Path and the Tarka Trail, wherever you are there are opportunities to get out and about and explore either on foot or by bike. You can even tour the area by water by going sailing, surfing or paddle boarding!
As well as having perfect conditions for water sports and being glorious to look out, the beaches at Saunton and Croyde also have some of the highest temperatures in Britain! So, the ideal excuse for visiting all year round!
The North Devon Biosphere Reserve is one of only six in the UK and centres around Braunton Burrows, extending from the River Taw out across to Lundy Island. The reserve has over 60 sites of Special Scientific Interest and is protected by UNESCO and contains lots of rare, natural beauty and is home to the largest sand dune system in the UK. This region also contains the North Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty – Braunton Burrows is part of this too, along with Hartland Peninsula, as well as parts of Westward Ho!, Woolacombe and Croyde. Of course, we can’t not mention the Exmoor National Park – which has stunning stretches of coast, unique towns and villages and the Valley of the Rocks which is awe-inspiring.
The entire region is famed for its beauty and the diversity of the landscape meaning that whatever kind of adventure you want to have, you’ll find the perfect location in North Devon.
Things to do in North Devon
If that wasn’t enough, this spectacular and diverse landscape is also home to beautiful beaches where you can indulge in water sports, the Exmoor National Park where you can join in with the Dark Skies Festival or just head out for a picnic or some wild camping or visit some of the historic buildings and top quality attractions that cause people to flock to the region every day.
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Creepy stories from North Devon
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Though we normally shout about the beauty and the friendly atmosphere you can find in North Devon, today, we’re celebrating the supernatural with some of the creepier stories from the region. This Halloween, there are plenty of hair raising events to ensure a spookily good time, here are some of the…
Learn MoreWill you see red this half term?
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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…
Learn MoreLooking forward to Autumn in North Devon
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Spooky season is here and that means that it’s autumn. So to get you excited about the leaves changing colour, that delightful crunch under foot and as many PSLs as you can drink, we thought we’d take a look at some of our favourite shots of North Devon in autumn. Of course, we’re biased, we think…
Learn MoreWhat’s on this October half term
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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…
Learn MoreEnjoy Exmoor after dark this Autumn
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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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