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LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Here are some of our favourites.
Woolacombe and Croyde beach are just a few miles up the road.
Amazing sandy beaches with warrens and rock pools, great for surfers, romantics and children alike.
Lee Bay is just 2 miles west of Ilfracombe.
Whether you go by road or foot the trip from Ilfracombe to Lee promises amazing sea views across the cliffs and you can recharge your batteries at the Grampus pub. If you go with the family the rocky cove and beach are sure to please.
Tunnels Beaches just 5 minutes walk.
In the centre of Ilfracombe, carved through the cliffs, are the tunnels beaches which are steeped in history, they were first opened in 1823 And provide a secluded beach and tidal pools, safe for children, see the new soft play hut and bar on www.tunnelsbeaches.co.uk
Lundy Island 15 minutes to Ilfracombe ferry.
Take a boat from the picturesque harbour and arrive at the beautiful island of Lundy within two hours. Where you can see Puffins, seals and deer as well as lighthouse and smugglers caves, it's a great day out.
If surfing is your thing, then North Devon won't disappoint, with some of the best surfing beaches in the country.
Croyde, Saunton and Woolacombe are close by so you'll be spoilt for choice.
Croyde Bay
Surf South West School www.surfsouthwest.com
Woolacombe Bay
Nick Thorn Surf School www.nickthorn.com
Saunton Sands www.surfsouthwest.com
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Book your surf lessons & hire equipment with Surfed Out.
"I cannot think of anywhere in England where 36 holes can be more enjoyable"
Nick Faldo on Saunton Sands
Why not take a game of golf at one of the fabulous local courses.
You have the famous Saunton Sands Golf Course, Royal North Devon at Westward Ho and Ilfracombe Golf to name a few.
Saunton Sands
Royal North Devon Westward Ho www.royalnorthdevongolfclub.co.uk
Ilfracombe Golf Course www.ilIfracombegolfclub.com
The Hamptons is minutes away from the South West Coast Path with its stunning rugged clifftop views.
Ilfracombe has some of the finest walking in England. Whether you enjoy a gentle walk around Capstone Hill or the rugged Torrs Costal walk, with Exmoor on your door step, you can also enjoy the tranquil moorland hills and spectacular scenery.
www.ramblers.org.uk www.walkcyclenorthdevon.co.uk
The Hamptons is close to loads of great all weather attractions for the little ones for those non beach days
Wildlife and Dinosaur Park
Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park is situated in 28 acres of well tended grounds. Full of interesting and unusual animals, including wolves, sea lions, monkeys and meercats. In addition there's a dinosaur museum, NASA space light show and a canyon train ride. Great for kids.
Combe Martin,
EX34 ONG.
Tel 01271 882486.
http://www.wildlifedinosaurpark.co.uk
The Big Sheep
Situated on the North Devon coast just off the A39 Atlantic Highway two miles west of Bideford, The BIG Sheep is a leading member of Devon's Top Attractions (DATA) and known as one of the best family tourist attractions in Devon.
Location:
Abbotsham Road
Abbotsham
EX39 5AP
See map:
Ifracombe Aquarium
Great little aquarium on the harbour in Ilfracombe. Housing a unique collection of sea life, all found around North Devon. Open all year, has a small cafe too. Just a 15 min walk from The Quarry.
http://www.ilfracombeaquarium.co.uk
Location:
The Old Lifeboat House,
The Pier,
Ilfracombe,
EX34 9EQ.
Tel 01271 864533.
Watermouth Castle
See map: Google Maps
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. A 5 min drive from The Quarry, towards Combe Martin.
Tel 01271 867474.
http://www.watermouthcastle.com
Location:
Berrynarbor,
Ilfracombe,
EX34 9SL.