THINGS TO DO
Exploring the area around Appledore

THINGS TO DO

With its rugged and expansive coastline and protected countryside, North Devon provides the perfect break for all. Long sandy beaches offer hours of fun for the family, whilst the neighbouring towns offer memorable insights into the local scene for art, culture and history. 

Beaches & Country Park

Westward Ho! & Northam Burrows

Westward Ho! beach is just over two miles long at low water and has been awarded blue flag status for the last 15 years. Ideal for walks (with or without dogs) and water sports, including surfing and kitesurfing. More information available here

Northam Burrows Country Park is surrounded by spectacular coastal scenery and is part of the North Devon Coastal Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The park also lies within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and is a Site of Special Scientific Interest that is home to many rare plants and animals.

Visit our sister café for delicious coffee, homemade meals and a thoughtful selection of refreshing drinks, from soft drinks to beers, bubbles and cider!”  Visit the café website

Art & Culture

Sandy Brown & The Burton

Sandy Brown is an internationally known artist who makes a wide range of ceramics from mugs to large sculptures and architecture and hosts a number of inhouse courses. Visit website here

The Burton at Bideford is an art gallery and museum. It houses collections on various topics connected with Bideford’s history and cultural heritage. Visit website here

We recommend stopping off for a delicious coffee and crèpe in the adjoining café, Café du Parc, which overlooks Victoria Park.

Family Fun & Games

North Devon Wake Park

The North Devon Wake Park and AquaPark is perfect for all ages and offers wakeboarding, ring rides and 2 amazing aquaparks.
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The Big Sheep

The Big Sheep is an amusement farm park and features indoor and outdoor activities, including Devon’s biggest rollercoaster. 
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Skern Lodge

Skern Lodge offers a wide range of outdoor activities, training and events for all ages and abilities, including family activity days and powerboat charters. 
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Surf & Kiting on Westward Ho!

Westward Ho! is a favourite destination for both surfers and kitesurfers, of all levels. Book early for your lessons and equipment hire.
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Local History

North Devon Maritime Museum

Ideal for families, discover the rich maritime history of Appledore through the fascinating exhibitions, photographs and interactive displays of the development of ships and shipbuilding, navigation, smuggling, as well as the run up to the Second World War beach landings.
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Notable Day Trips

The Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway

The multi-award winning and famous funicular opened in 1890 and is the UK’s only fully water powered railway and one of just three examples left in the World! The Cliff Railway connects the twin towns of Lynton and Lynmouth providing stunning coastal views.
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Clovelly

Once owned by the Queen of England, this picturesque, ancient, fishing village is uniquely special. Famed for its steep, cobbled streets, hard-working donkeys still work the streets that lead to the 14th century quay.

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Arlington Court

A delightful jewel on the edge of Exmoor, this beautifully preserved family estate had been held by the Chichester family for over five hundred years. The house is filled with treasures that will capture everyone’s imagination and the Carriage Museum boasts an impressive collection of horse-drawn vehicles.
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©National Trust Images/Chris Lacey

Lundy Island

Lying off the coast, where the Atlantic ocean meets the Bristol Channel, this unspoilt and peaceful granite island is far removed from your everyday life, where nature is firmly in control.
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