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REOPENING MAY 23 2021! Don’t miss out on this multi award winning day out for the whole family. The…
Clovelly Court Gardens are a classic example of a Victorian walled kitchen garden to visit in North…
Croyde Bay Resort is nestled behind the sand dunes of the world class Croyde Beach and just minutes…
Situated in the beautiful North Devon and minutes from the centre of the lovely harbour town of…
Braddicks Holiday Centre is an award-winning, self-catering Holiday Park in Westward Ho!, North…
Woolacombe Bay Holiday Park is a premium seaside Park with the beach on its doorstep and…
See details of our Covid-19 procedures here. A day out at Hartland Abbey, a stately home in a…
Welcome to Hidden Valley, an award-winning campsite and touring caravan park in the rolling hills…
The New Inn lies in the heart of Clovelly and is peaceful and quaint. It is certainly peaceful as…
A lovely AA 4 star inn, built in the 18th century. It lies astride the 14th century quay with…
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Clovelly, North Devon. Welcome to a different world! The picturesque, ancient, fishing…
Wherever you go in North Devon you’re greeted with sites of outstanding beauty, so it isn’t much of a surprise that the majority of the coastline has been designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
The North Devon Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) represent a stunning section of the coast which is nationally protected to preserve the beauty of its landscape. Situated in the heart of North Devon's UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the AONB covers 171 km2 of coastal landscape. The lowest point can be found at Northam Burrows, with the highest point at Berry Down near Combe Martin across from the Hangman Cliffs on Exmoor.
The AONB’s coastal boundary varies from low to high water marks across the site and extends out to the South Tail sandbank on the mouth of the Taw Torridge estuary. The Hartland Heritage Coast, North Devon Heritage Coast and Braunton Burrows, where the Biosphere is located, are also covered by the AONB, so you are never too far from the site when visiting North Devon.
The coastal setting of the North Devon AONB and the features of its landscape make it an attractive place to visit and there are gorgeous panoramic views across both land and sea at various points across the site. The site provides a wonderful backdrop to the many businesses and accommodation options in North Devon, allowing for a closeness to nature alongside beautiful sand beaches, calming woodland and heritage areas.
The areas that cover the Heritage Coast remain largely undeveloped so that the region retains its historic legacy and gives visitors the chance to learn more about the region’s heritage. Despite being designated as an area of importance, there remains a high level of public access throughout the North Devon AONB, with the South West Coast Path running along its entire length, the National Trust managing large sections of the land and there being public beaches and sand dunes which are open all year around.
The North Devon AONB contains a diversity of scenery, landscapes and habitats, enhanced by its rich and varied wildlife. In spring, woods full of bluebells and displays of hedgerow primroses are spectacular, but for those who wish to explore further, there are numerous rare and protected species and sites to discover. The North Devon AONB works to promote and protect the area’s biodiversity and geodiversity, environmental quality and climate, historic environment and natural landscape character.
The landscape around the AONB varies from wild coastal cliffs, waterfalls, rocky coves, sand dunes, beaches, valleys, villages and just about everything in between. As an official AONB, the area is committed to conserving the outstanding wildlife, landscape and heritage of the region, while also supporting sustainable development for the communities that fall within the AONB.
Find out more about the North Devon AONB and the work that they do to conserve and enhance this beautiful section of coast on their website, here: www.northdevon-aonb.org.uk
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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…
Woolacombe
Welcome to Hidden Valley, an award-winning campsite and touring caravan park in the rolling hills of north Devon. This site is open all year and Hidden Valley Touring Caravan…
Bideford
See details of our Covid-19 procedures here.
A day out at Hartland Abbey, a stately home in a stunning setting a mile from Hartland Quay on the north-west Devon coast,…
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,…
Saunton, Braunton
The Beachside Grill is the sister café to the Saunton Sands Hotel, find it overlooking North Devon’s famous Saunton beach next to the beautiful Saunton Sands hotel. The grill…
Barnstaple
Choose between fine dining in their Seasons Brasserie restaurant, more relaxed dining in their stunning Seasons Bar or go al fresco with views overlooking Rock Park. Seasons…
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…
Barnstaple
Their mouth watering menus are complemented by personal attentive service and the impressive surroundings. The Lord Fortescue, and every lunch time, as well as Saturday and…
Clovelly, Bideford
The New Inn lies in the heart of Clovelly and is peaceful and quaint. It is certainly peaceful as the cobbled street, unique with its donkeys and sledges, is traffic-free…
Bideford
Braddicks Holiday Centre is an award-winning, self-catering Holiday Park in Westward Ho!, North Devon, set beside an award-winning beach. From this base you can explore a…
Barnstaple
At the 4 Star Imperial Hotel, you can choose where you dine. Take your pick from the Arlington Restaurants, a fine dining experience with outstanding cuisine in elegant and…
Ilfracombe
Park Life Resort Watermouth Lodges, a woodland resort by the sea, on the North Devon Coast. With an elevated position above Watermouth Harbour, nestled in mature woodland,…
Barnstaple
With its contemporary styling and light, airy feel, their Brasserie has an atmosphere that is all its own. This is the perfect setting in which to sit back and enjoy the fine…
Barnstaple
Once an ancient coaching inn, this sophisticated, luxury hotel retains its historic charm whilst offering all the modern comforts you’d expect. Located in the centre of…
Saunton, Braunton
While you’ll never be short of things to do at Saunton Sands Hotel, on the off chance that you would rather spend a few days chilling out, they’d like to welcome you to their…
Barnstaple
At the Royal & Fortescue Hotel, you have the choice between elegant dining in the Lord Fortescue Restaurant or the bistro, 62 The Bank. The Lord Fortescue offers first class…
Croyde, Braunton
Croyde Bay Resort is nestled behind the sand dunes of the world class Croyde Beach and just minutes walk from the trendy surf shops and family friendly pubs and tea rooms…
Bideford
The beautiful Regency Restaurant has a long tradition of hosting the very best fine dining in Bideford. You will love the special atmosphere created by the stylish decor and…
Great Torrington, Torrington
All RHS Gardens, Rosemoor included, have introduced safety measures:
Strictly limited numbers of pre-booked tickets available for each day
Restrictions on the…
Saunton, Braunton
The Dining Room
The Dining Room at Saunton with its AA-rosette status and enviable views of miles of world biosphere dunes and beach, is oozing art deco glamour. Open…
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