Things to do in North Devon & Exmoor
You can’t move in North Devon without finding something fun, cultural or adventurous to do! Whether you’re looking for great days out in North Devon guaranteed to keep the whole family entertained or a relaxing trip to a historic house, there’s plenty of North Devon attractions to choose from. For top Devon family attractions you can take your pick from a choice of theme parks with exhilarating rides and slides designed to thrill, or get up close and personal with the cutest animals at one of our fun packed farm attractions. North Devon boasts an enviable choice of more exotic wildlife attractions too, from a zoo and an aquarium to a Dinosaur Park. Enjoy a glimpse into the lives of the rich and famous of bygone days in one of North Devon's historic houses and gardens. Plus there’s a fascinating range of heritage attractions to visit, including funicular railways, castles and medieval bridges.
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Rosemoor, Torrington, North Devon, EX38 8PH, Tel: 01805 624067, Email, www.rhs.org.uk/rosemoor
Rosemoor, an enchanting 65-acre garden, offers year-round interest. Visit us for inspiration, tranquillity or simply a marvellous day out.
Garden
Downland Farm, Higher Clovelly, Bideford, North Devon, EX39 5RY, Tel: 01237 431255, Email, www.themilkyway.co.uk
Your biggest all weather, family day out in North Devon. From rollercoasters and indoor adventure play to great live shows, there's so much to do plus ALL the rides are included in the entrance fee! Your adventure awaits...are you ready?
Theme Park
The Esplanade, Lynmouth, North Devon, EX35 6EQ, Tel: 01598 753908, Email, www.cliffrailwaylynton.co.uk
A unique, water-powered, Victorian inclined railway, opened in 1890. It links the towns of Lynton and Lynmouth, climbing from swas level to a height of 500ft.
Railway Station
Ilfracombe Aquarium, The Old Lifeboat House, The Pier, Ilfracombe Harbour, Ilfracombe, EX34 9EQ, Tel: 01271 864533, Email, www.ilfracombeaquarium.co.uk
Award winning, all weather family attraction provides a fascinating journey of discovery into the aquatic life of North Devon.
Aquarium
Abbotsham, Near Bideford, North Devon, EX39 5AP, Tel: 01237 472366, Email, www.thebigsheep.co.uk
The Big Sheep - an all weather attraction featuring sheep racing, indoor playzone, outdoor lazer games and the Big Sheep Brewery.
Big Sheep Brewery
High Wire
Berrynarbor, Ilfracombe, North Devon, EX34 9SL, Tel: 01271 867474, Email, www.watermouthcastle.com
One of the West Country's premier Family Tourist Attractions where you can enjoy, a Victorian Castle full of eclectic treasures, nostalgic displays and curios, a theme park including rides and play areas, and beautiful landscaped gardens.
Hartland, Bideford, North Devon, EX39 6DT, Tel: 01237 441264/234, Email, www.hartlandabbey.com
Hartland Abbey is a fascinating house. Built across a narrow, wooded valley leading to an Atlantic cove, Henry VIII gifted the Abbey to The Keeper of his Wine Cellar, whose descendants live here today.
Hartland Abbey & Gardens
North Road, South Molton, North Devon, EX36 3AZ, Tel: 01769 572401, Email, www.quincehoneyfarm.co.uk
See the living wonder of wild Exmoor honey bees in their various natural habitats & observation hives, also the workings of Britain’s largest honey farm viewed from 300 feet of indoor gallery.
Wildlife Park
Higher Leigh, Combe Martin, Ilfracombe, North Devon, EX34 0NG, Tel: 01271 882486, Email, www.wildlifedinosaurpark.co.uk
The valley that time forgot. A subtropical paradise with an abundance of birds and animals, and animatronics dinosaurs, so real they're alive!
Wildlife Park
Linden Close, Torrington, North Devon, EX38 7AN, Tel: 01805 626242, Email, www.dartington.co.uk
Watch Skilled craftsmen creating the world-famous crystal. Enjoy the fascinating history of glass in the visitor centre. Browse the dazzling collection in the factory shops.
Craft Centre
Arlington, Barnstaple, North Devon, EX31 4LP, Tel: 01271 851123, Email
Arlington Court is an unexpected jewel: a complete family estate. The intimate Regency house contains treasures for all tastes, from model ships to shells, all collected by the Chichesters.
Clovelly, North Devon, EX39 5TA, Tel: 01288 331188, Email, www.clovelly.co.uk
Discover for yourself why people come from all around the world to marvel at this timeless, historic fishing village in North Devon.
Boat Trips
Harbour/Port
Information Centre
Hacche Mill, South Molton, North Devon, EX36 3NA, Tel: 0333 600 6001, Email, www.rockandrapidadventures.co.uk
We are a small company based in the Southwest on the edges of Exmoor. We don’t just work in the outdoors we also play in the outdoors and we have passion for what we do.
Coasteering
Exeter Road, Braunton, North Devon, EX33 2JL, Tel: 01271 814592, Email, www.squiresfishrestaurant.co.uk/
Famous throughout the West Country for our Award - Winning ' Fish and Chips'. Rick Stein Reccommended.
Fish & Chips
Church Lane, Parracombe, Barnstaple, EX31 4RJ, Tel: 0117 9291766, Email, www.visitchurches.org.uk
The Churches Conservation Trust is the national charity protecting historic churches at risk. Our unique collection of English parish churches is free to visit and includes irreplaceable examples of architecture, archaeology and art.
Church
Shernick Lodge, Bridgerule, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 7HE, Tel: 01288 381 675, Email, www.seasonsharvest.co.uk
Season’s Harvest is all about fresh, seasonal produce. We grow luscious vegetables, salad leaves, herbs and flowers.
17 Castle Park Road, Whiddon Valley, Barnstaple, North Devon, EX32 8PA, Tel: 01271 346111
We are a small family business, specialising in fine preserves.
Lower Eastcott, Northlew, Okehampton, North Devon, EX20 3PT, Tel: 01837 811012, Email, www.eastcottvineyard.co.uk
Eastcott is a new 6 acre owner run vineyard, nestling in a peaceful West Devon vale. It makes both quality English sparkling using the traditional method and still wines on-site.
Vineyard
Marwood, Barnstaple, North Devon, EX31 4EB, Tel: 01271 342528, Email, www.marwoodhillgarden.co.uk
An 18 acre garden with 3 small lakes, unusual trees and shrubs, bog garden, national collection of astilbes, iris ensata and tulbaghias.
Tea/Coffee Shop
Croyde, Braunton, North Devon, EX33 1PN, Tel: 01271 890266, Email, www.thewhiteleaf.co.uk
For a peaceful and relaxing stay with good hospitality and the finest food in a beautiful area. We offer a warm welcome, a lounge to sit and relax with a drink and peruse the menu.
Restaurant
Park Hotel, Taw Vale, Barnstaple, North Devon, EX32 8NJ, Tel: 01271 376221, Email, www.brend-hotels.co.uk/thebarnstaple/facilities/dining.html
Our Head chef Kevin Mantle and his team of chefs have produced our menu to suit every taste. From fine dining in the Brasserie restaurant to the more traditional dishes in the Heanton bar.
Filleigh, Barnstaple, North Devon, EX32 0RN, Tel: 01598 760250, Email, www.stagshead.co.uk
This delightful 16th Century thatched inn and lake nestles in its own valley, set in the beautiful Fortescue Estate amidst rolling fields and lush woodland, not far from the stately home Castle Hill.
Restaurant - Pub
22 The Quay, Bideford, North Devon, EX39 2EZ
Quayside Cafe - opposite Lundy Ferry Office Enjoy the finest Fairtrade coffee, traditional tea or Teapigs in our delightful pavement Cafe overlooking Bideford Quay.
Speciality: Cafe
Café
Hartland, Nr. Bideford, North Devon, EX39 6DA, Tel: 01237 441 881, Email, downespa.com/
Downe Health Spa in North Devon offers a range of superb beauty therapies and holistic therapies. Pamper Days at Downe are days of peace and ease, days of total relaxation.
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