North Devon Guidebook

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North Devon Guidebook

Activities

Running between Barnstaple and Exeter Great for level walking and cycling. 30 miles of traffic free route where you can spot wildfowl on the mudflats and keep interest piqued with gems from the downloadable audio guide northdevonbiosphere.org.uk. For cycle hire call Tarka Tours who also deliver bikes on 01271 324202
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Tarka Trail
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Running between Barnstaple and Exeter Great for level walking and cycling. 30 miles of traffic free route where you can spot wildfowl on the mudflats and keep interest piqued with gems from the downloadable audio guide northdevonbiosphere.org.uk. For cycle hire call Tarka Tours who also deliver bikes on 01271 324202
We are an outdoor activity and development training centre based in Appledore, North Devon. Established in 1976, Skern Lodge provides education, learning and fun through adventure. ​
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Skern Lodge Outdoor Activity Centre
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We are an outdoor activity and development training centre based in Appledore, North Devon. Established in 1976, Skern Lodge provides education, learning and fun through adventure. ​
Local horse riding
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Follyfoot Equestrian Centre
Sandymere Road
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Local horse riding
One of the UK’s top surf schools! Wild swimming! Explore hidden coves, caves and gullies or freshwater holes! H20 also provide bodyboards, surfboards, wetsuits, single and double perception sit-on kayaks
H2Outdoor
One of the UK’s top surf schools! Wild swimming! Explore hidden coves, caves and gullies or freshwater holes! H20 also provide bodyboards, surfboards, wetsuits, single and double perception sit-on kayaks

Sightseeing

Dartmoor, Near Tavistock, step into the deepest gorge in the South West and experience the force of nature from the foot of the 30m White Lady waterfall. You can take a picnic but there 2 National Trust tearooms serving cream teas, lunches and takeaway picnic supplies. The terrain is not buggy friendly but you can borrow a baby backpack or zigzag some way down the gorge along the accessible railway path. 01822 820320
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Lydford Gorge Tea Rooms
1 Southgate
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Dartmoor, Near Tavistock, step into the deepest gorge in the South West and experience the force of nature from the foot of the 30m White Lady waterfall. You can take a picnic but there 2 National Trust tearooms serving cream teas, lunches and takeaway picnic supplies. The terrain is not buggy friendly but you can borrow a baby backpack or zigzag some way down the gorge along the accessible railway path. 01822 820320
Bringing together the wild beauty of the moors and the towering sea cliffs of North Devon. You can take in a buggy friendly stroll from Lynton or ride the cliff railway. Let the Victorian water-powered lift take the strain of the 300m cliffs between the two towns, leaving you to take in the fabulous views across the Channel to Wales.
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라이튼 & 린머스 클리프 레일웨이 (상승 역)
Lee Road
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Bringing together the wild beauty of the moors and the towering sea cliffs of North Devon. You can take in a buggy friendly stroll from Lynton or ride the cliff railway. Let the Victorian water-powered lift take the strain of the 300m cliffs between the two towns, leaving you to take in the fabulous views across the Channel to Wales.
Where there are no cars and wildlife outnumbers the residents. Snorkel safaris and rock pool rambles. With dolphins, puffins and an abundance of seabirds, feral deer and Soay sheep, binoculars are recommended! Be warned that there’s a gruelling ascent from the boat up to the cliffs. 01271 863636
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Lundy
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Where there are no cars and wildlife outnumbers the residents. Snorkel safaris and rock pool rambles. With dolphins, puffins and an abundance of seabirds, feral deer and Soay sheep, binoculars are recommended! Be warned that there’s a gruelling ascent from the boat up to the cliffs. 01271 863636
There is a nominal entrance fee to access this private cove and Victorian tidal pool but it’s well worth it! The tunnels- carved to enable beach access from the town when seawater bathing was in vogue – are lined with mounted archives, memorabilia and information panels that whisk you back to the pools opening in 1823. There’s a unique beach trip (with easy entry for buggies and beach paraphernalia), there is a shop, family restaurant, play hut and award-winning loos! 01271 879882
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터널 해변
Bath Place
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There is a nominal entrance fee to access this private cove and Victorian tidal pool but it’s well worth it! The tunnels- carved to enable beach access from the town when seawater bathing was in vogue – are lined with mounted archives, memorabilia and information panels that whisk you back to the pools opening in 1823. There’s a unique beach trip (with easy entry for buggies and beach paraphernalia), there is a shop, family restaurant, play hut and award-winning loos! 01271 879882
Here you can pat the shire horses in their stables then travel around the beautiful estate by a horse-drawn carriage.  There’s a museum crammed with carriages once owned by lords and ladies along with model ships, pewter and shells are on display in the impressive Regency House. Children can spy through the bat-cam and hunt for geocaches or follow quiz trails. There is a Victorian kitchen tearoom serving food using ingredients sourced from the kitchen garden. 01271 850296
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알링턴 코트
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Here you can pat the shire horses in their stables then travel around the beautiful estate by a horse-drawn carriage.  There’s a museum crammed with carriages once owned by lords and ladies along with model ships, pewter and shells are on display in the impressive Regency House. Children can spy through the bat-cam and hunt for geocaches or follow quiz trails. There is a Victorian kitchen tearoom serving food using ingredients sourced from the kitchen garden. 01271 850296
One of North Devon’s jewels. A much visited privately owned village built into a 400ft cleft in the towering North Devon cliffs. This quaint little fishing village is characterised by its white cottages and steep main street tumbling down to the tiny harbour sheltered by the robust 14th century 2 tier harbour wall. The Red Lion pub is conveniently located by the harbour, you’ll need a drink by the time you get there and another when you back up the top!
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클로블리
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One of North Devon’s jewels. A much visited privately owned village built into a 400ft cleft in the towering North Devon cliffs. This quaint little fishing village is characterised by its white cottages and steep main street tumbling down to the tiny harbour sheltered by the robust 14th century 2 tier harbour wall. The Red Lion pub is conveniently located by the harbour, you’ll need a drink by the time you get there and another when you back up the top!

Children Day Out

No big city zoo but the expansion of a conservation park. Here you’ll find large beasts such as lemurs, lynx and leopard but getting up close and personal it what it’s all about! Touch snakes and spiders in handling sessions and learn all about the animals through feeding sessions and talks. For a fee, super keen kids can even sign up to be a zoo keeper for half a day. (Full days 15 years and over). 01598 763352
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익스무어동물원
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No big city zoo but the expansion of a conservation park. Here you’ll find large beasts such as lemurs, lynx and leopard but getting up close and personal it what it’s all about! Touch snakes and spiders in handling sessions and learn all about the animals through feeding sessions and talks. For a fee, super keen kids can even sign up to be a zoo keeper for half a day. (Full days 15 years and over). 01598 763352
If you’re looking for family attractions, The Milky Way Adventure Park is a great choice! Ride the Cosmic Typhoon roller coaster, have fun on the gravity rider donut slide, explore the maze and experience fantastic outdoor displays from the North Devon Bird of Prey Centre. Pilot a Cyber Scooter and shoot lasers on Ziggy's Blast Quest, giggle on the Droid Destroyer Dodgems, leap around with the family on the Jumping Jupiters and kick back on the Milky Way Railway - there's something here for everyone! 01237 431255
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The Milky Way Adventure Park
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If you’re looking for family attractions, The Milky Way Adventure Park is a great choice! Ride the Cosmic Typhoon roller coaster, have fun on the gravity rider donut slide, explore the maze and experience fantastic outdoor displays from the North Devon Bird of Prey Centre. Pilot a Cyber Scooter and shoot lasers on Ziggy's Blast Quest, giggle on the Droid Destroyer Dodgems, leap around with the family on the Jumping Jupiters and kick back on the Milky Way Railway - there's something here for everyone! 01237 431255
A sheep theme park and surprisingly fun day out! Bet you ewe-ros (the parks currency!) on the sheep racing and see border collies round up Indian running ducks! There’s also sheep shearing, lambing feeding, horse whispering, pony rides, farm safaris, self-drive tractors and a soft play barn. There’s an on-site brewery and the Shepherds Restaurant offers cream teas. The site also offer Battlefield Live for hi-tech laser gun battles and next door is the Ultimate Adventure Centre with high ropes, zip wires and mountain boarding! 01237 880028 Please note that some of the animal related activities are dependent upon the time of year you visit.
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더 빅 시프
Abbotsham Road
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A sheep theme park and surprisingly fun day out! Bet you ewe-ros (the parks currency!) on the sheep racing and see border collies round up Indian running ducks! There’s also sheep shearing, lambing feeding, horse whispering, pony rides, farm safaris, self-drive tractors and a soft play barn. There’s an on-site brewery and the Shepherds Restaurant offers cream teas. The site also offer Battlefield Live for hi-tech laser gun battles and next door is the Ultimate Adventure Centre with high ropes, zip wires and mountain boarding! 01237 880028 Please note that some of the animal related activities are dependent upon the time of year you visit.

Food scene

01237 472589 The newly refurbished 17th Century Inn, overlooking the Torridge Estuary in the quaint fishing village of Appledore, famous for its narrow cobbled streets, ship building, gig racing and book fairs. Outdoor seating.
The Seagate Pub
The Quay
01237 472589 The newly refurbished 17th Century Inn, overlooking the Torridge Estuary in the quaint fishing village of Appledore, famous for its narrow cobbled streets, ship building, gig racing and book fairs. Outdoor seating.
Situated right on the seafront of the beautiful North Devon village of Instow. The Boathouse overlooks the Torridge estuary so you can expect to enjoy some gorgeous breath-taking views and sunsets from the newly constructed balcony. Offering a wide selection of food, all lovingly created, prepared and cooked fresh to order. Not to mention the very freshest fish and shellfish often landed on their doorstep. 01271 861292 Outdoor seating available.
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The Boathouse, Instow
Marine Parade
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Situated right on the seafront of the beautiful North Devon village of Instow. The Boathouse overlooks the Torridge estuary so you can expect to enjoy some gorgeous breath-taking views and sunsets from the newly constructed balcony. Offering a wide selection of food, all lovingly created, prepared and cooked fresh to order. Not to mention the very freshest fish and shellfish often landed on their doorstep. 01271 861292 Outdoor seating available.
Sit by the water in Appledore and enjoy an array of dishes and tasteful drinks. 01237 424138
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The Royal George
Irsha Street
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Sit by the water in Appledore and enjoy an array of dishes and tasteful drinks. 01237 424138
Pizza, burger and steak heaven! Great for gluten free and vegan diets. 01237 475261
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Flame Factory
9 The Quay
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Pizza, burger and steak heaven! Great for gluten free and vegan diets. 01237 475261
Recently refurbished to a high standard, The Farmers Arms in Woolsery offers bar and restaurant dining. Well worth a visit especially for their Sunday roasts. 01237 439328
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The Farmers Arms
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Recently refurbished to a high standard, The Farmers Arms in Woolsery offers bar and restaurant dining. Well worth a visit especially for their Sunday roasts. 01237 439328
Morans Thai restaurant in Westward Ho! Is a family run establishment specialising in a delectable range of exclusive Thai cuisine, traditional English dishes and cocktails complemented by an extensive fine wine list. Set in the heart of Westward Ho! North Devon just a few steps from the beach, with spectacular views and sumptuous décor we strive to create a unique and calming ambience. 01237 472070
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Morans Restaurant & Bar
Golf Links Road
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Morans Thai restaurant in Westward Ho! Is a family run establishment specialising in a delectable range of exclusive Thai cuisine, traditional English dishes and cocktails complemented by an extensive fine wine list. Set in the heart of Westward Ho! North Devon just a few steps from the beach, with spectacular views and sumptuous décor we strive to create a unique and calming ambience. 01237 472070
Situated in the centre of Westward Ho! Next to the Co-Op, Rock Pool Café serves excellent breakfasts, lunches, children’s menu and cream teas during the day. Handmade stone baked pizza and pasta in the evening. Fully licenced and reasonably priced. 01237 477763
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Rock Pool Café
2 Golf Links Rd
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Situated in the centre of Westward Ho! Next to the Co-Op, Rock Pool Café serves excellent breakfasts, lunches, children’s menu and cream teas during the day. Handmade stone baked pizza and pasta in the evening. Fully licenced and reasonably priced. 01237 477763
A 1950's themed retro Tea Room situated in the centre of Westward Ho!. They serve up a generous selection of homemade cakes and yummy treats including many gluten free options, lots of delicious light lunches and the biggest and best cream tea in North Devon, or so we've been told! And if that's not enough to tempt you why not try one of the deluxe hot chocolates, a meal in itself! 01237 429406
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Tea On The Green
Golf Links Road
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A 1950's themed retro Tea Room situated in the centre of Westward Ho!. They serve up a generous selection of homemade cakes and yummy treats including many gluten free options, lots of delicious light lunches and the biggest and best cream tea in North Devon, or so we've been told! And if that's not enough to tempt you why not try one of the deluxe hot chocolates, a meal in itself! 01237 429406
Appledore, The Quay- 01237 425870 Instow, Marine Parade – 01271 860310 Their delis are full of local cheese from the region, UK and rest of the world. Award winning charcuterie, pies and smoked fish, homemade quiches, pates, cakes, desserts, freshly baked bread and marinated olives. They are fully licensed so you can sample the best local ales, ciders and wines.
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Johns of Instow
4 & 5 Marine Parade
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Appledore, The Quay- 01237 425870 Instow, Marine Parade – 01271 860310 Their delis are full of local cheese from the region, UK and rest of the world. Award winning charcuterie, pies and smoked fish, homemade quiches, pates, cakes, desserts, freshly baked bread and marinated olives. They are fully licensed so you can sample the best local ales, ciders and wines.
Located along the quay side of the local town of Bideford. Mr Chips has a restaurant and a take-away, perfect for people who love fish and chips! 01237 472709
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Mr Chips
6 The Quay
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Located along the quay side of the local town of Bideford. Mr Chips has a restaurant and a take-away, perfect for people who love fish and chips! 01237 472709
Yumee was established in 2014 to offer a more modern take on the classic Chinese Takeaway. They have a wide variety of delicious dishes cooked at a high standard by experienced Chefs six days a week. Offering a collection or delivery service to suit your requirements. 01237 425888
Yumee
1 The Pill Rd
Yumee was established in 2014 to offer a more modern take on the classic Chinese Takeaway. They have a wide variety of delicious dishes cooked at a high standard by experienced Chefs six days a week. Offering a collection or delivery service to suit your requirements. 01237 425888