North Devon

The hottest events, the best places to stay and top things to do in North Devon.

One of the most famous and beautiful villages in the world, Clovelly hangs on a 400ft cliff where donkeys were once used to transport people and goods up the steep cobbled streets. The Quay at Clovelly dates back to the 14th Century and has a great deal of smuggling and pirate history associated with it.

Westward Ho! was founded in 1863 as a result of Charles Kingsley's book of the same name. It is the only place in the country with an ! When the tide is out it offers it offers over 2 miles of sandy beach, backed by a pebble ridge. It's an ideal beach for families and is also popular with surfers (there’s a surf school near the beach) and kite surfers. Behind the beach's pebble ridge lies Northam Burrows - 1000 acres of common land for you to explore. It also boasts the oldest golf course in England.

Our closest town is Bideford, known as the little white town which has changed little over the years. You’ll find a choice of small shops and cafes here, as well as a statue of Bideford’s most famous resident, the writer of Westward Ho!, Charles Kingsley.

Just off the coast and clearly visible from the top of the Cosmic Typoon is Lundy Island. This 3 mile long and half mile wide island is owned by the National Trust and welcomes visitors to view its stunning landscape and beautiful and diverse wildlife. The name 'Lundy' derives from Norse for 'Puffin Island' - and you can still see many of these unusual birds on the island today. You can sail there on the MS Oldenburg from Bideford.

Our nearest beach is a rocky secluded cove at the bottom end of the picturesque village of Bucks Mills. Unfortunately there is a steep walk to get down and up but this does mean that it’s quiet most of the time. Great for crabbing and rock pooling when the tide is out.

For bargain hunters, Atlantic Village located just outside of Bideford over 35 outlet shops in a covered mall offering up to 50% off rrp on brands including Marks & Spencers.

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