Stunning Beaches, Amazing Places to Visit

North Devon's coastal area is known for its dramatic cliffs, wild seas and sandy beaches at Woolacombe, Saunton Sands and Croyde Bay. The beach at Westward Ho! offers over two miles of golden sand backed by a unique pebble ridge linking to Northam Burrows Country Park. Natural features in North Devon range from biodiverse sand dunes at Braunton Burrows to rocky coves along the South West Coast Path, which spans the coastline. The Tarka Trail footpath and cycleway passes the riverfront, medieval town of Barnstaple. With plenty of attractions and activities for all the family, North Devon is the ideal place for that well earned holiday or short break, and West Pusehill Farm cottages is in the perfect location to explore all that North Deon has to offer.

Attractions

The Big Sheep family park with large indoor play area, sheep racing, outdoor laser games, pony rides, garden centre, shop, restaurant and brewery. Click here for more information.

Exmoor Zoo North Devon's premier zoo with over 200 different species of wildlife set in natural surroundings. Scheduled activites, talks and hands on
encounters. Click here for more information.

Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park
The land that time forgot. A sub-tropical paradise set in 26 acres -
100's of exotic birds and animals and the most realistic Dinosaurs on the planet. Daily shows, earthquake, train ride and more. Click here for more information.

Dartington Crystal One of the
Westcountry's leading tourist attractions with possibly the largest glass shop in the U.K. Visitor centre, factory tour, cafe and plenty of shopping!! Click here for more information.

The Milky Way Adventure Park 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? Click here for more information.

Watermouth Castle Mechanical music demonstrations, model railway, domestic dairy, cider-making exhibits, cycle museum, smugglers' dungeon and gardens. Children's animations.
'Merry-go-land'. Click here for more information.

Ilfracombe Aquarium Award winning, all weather family attraction provides a fascinating journey of discovery into the aquatic life of North Devon. Click here for more information.

RHS Garden Rosemoor 65 acres of enchanting garden and woodland. Open all year round for a relaxing and inspiring day out. Plant centre, shop, restaurant and tea room. Click here for more information.

Activities

North Devon Surf School Go and learn to surf. They are one of the top surf schools in the U.K. and have been teaching in North Devon for 16 years. Booking advisable (01598) 710818. Click here for more information.

Golf Courses North Devon boasts several magnificent golf courses. Please click the links to view the courses yourself. Torrington Golf Course, Portmore Golf Park, Libbaton Golf Club, Royal North Devon Golf Club, Saunton Golf Club.

Horse Riding Is available throughout North Devon. Covering areas of outstanding natural beauty as well the beaches at certain times of the day/year. Click here for more information.

Cycling At Bideford you can hire bikes and enjoy the scenery from the traffic free safety of the Tarka Trail. Fun for all the family. Click here for more information.

Sea Fishing Trips Fish the sheltered waters off Clovelly aboard an 8m. Aquastar Fast Fisherman. Fish for bass, mackerel, ray etc. All day and half day trips available with bait,
tackle and refreshments provided. Click here for more information.

Skern Lodge Activity Centre Full or half day activites on offer. Included are: climbing, abseiling, archery, rafting, surfing, surf skiing, zip wires, assault courses and many more. Booking in advance is a must - details can be supplied through West Pusehill Farm Cottages. Click here for more information.

Keypitts Stables 'n' Quads Over 180 acre all-terrain quad bike, horse riding. Beautiful scenic routes around private grounds. Sale of electric quad bikes Click here for more information.

Places to Go

Westward Ho! Blue flag beach, cafe's, golf, surfing, amusements, canoeing, kite surfing, rock pools, pubs. Click here for more information.

Appledore Picturesque quayside, maze of narrow streets and old fishermen's cottages, selection of galleries, craft shops and places to eat. Click here for more information.

Clovelly A unique cobbled village who's main street leads down to an ancient and beautiful harbour, donkeys, pubs and craft workshops. Click here for more information.

Bideford A pretty port town with a tree lined quay, shops, park, art gallery,cafe's, Tarka Trail, bike hire and Atlantic Village shopping. Click here for more information.

Instow Stunning beach, golden sands backed by dunes. Summer foot ferry to Appledore. Situated on the Tarka Trail. Restaurants and cafe's. Click here for more information.

Lynton & Lynmouth Two picturesque villages connected by a water-powered cliff railway. Beautiful scenery with plenty of restaurants and cafe's. Click here for more information.

Lundy Island 25 miles off coast. Fly from Hartland by helicopter or sail from Bideford. Beautiful, peaceful and unspoilt - 31/2 miles long. Wild life - birds and seals. Click here for more information.

Exmoor With it's breathtaking scenery and numerous pretty villages a must place to visit - including Valley of the Rocks where goats roam free. Watersmeet, a world famous beauty spot lying in a deep tree lined gorge or Tarr Steps with it's medieval clapper bronze age burial mounds. Click here for more information.