Anna's Guidebook - things to do
Sightseeing
Ilfracombe SeaSafari
11 The Quayhttps://www.ilfracombeseasafari.co.uk
Alpaca Walking Devon
Need to book in advance. https://www.woolleyanimals.co.uk
Hartland Abbey
https://www.hartlandabbey.com
Castle Hill
https://www.castlehilldevon.co.uk
Tapely Park
https://www.landmarktrust.org.uk/lundyisland/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wCgVPnvUGxk
https://www.ilfracombeseasafari.co.uk/activities/swim-with-the-seals-at-lundy-island/book-now
the website will give you everything you need for you visit to Lundy
Attraction Information
Why not take a trip out to Lundy Island where recommended activities include Walking, Diving, Climbing, Birdwatching, Fishing, Snorkelling, Photography and Painting.
Between Easter and October the Lundy Wardens offers walks, talks, rockpool rambles and snorkelling safaris to introduce visitors who stay on the island to the wonders of Lundy's wildlife through a variety of tours and guided excursions. Pub on island serving hot food.
Opening hours
Year round daylight access to area, guided walks etc posted seasonally online.
Location
Address
Shore Office, The Quay,
Bideford,
Devon,
EX39 2LY,
England
Phone number
01271 863636
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Lundy Island Harbour
Bideford - Lundy Islandhttps://www.landmarktrust.org.uk/lundyisland/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wCgVPnvUGxk
https://www.ilfracombeseasafari.co.uk/activities/swim-with-the-seals-at-lundy-island/book-now
the website will give you everything you need for you visit to Lundy
Attraction Information
Why not take a trip out to Lundy Island where recommended activities include Walking, Diving, Climbing, Birdwatching, Fishing, Snorkelling, Photography and Painting.
Between Easter and October the Lundy Wardens offers walks, talks, rockpool rambles and snorkelling safaris to introduce visitors who stay on the island to the wonders of Lundy's wildlife through a variety of tours and guided excursions. Pub on island serving hot food.
Opening hours
Year round daylight access to area, guided walks etc posted seasonally online.
Location
Address
Shore Office, The Quay,
Bideford,
Devon,
EX39 2LY,
England
Phone number
01271 863636
For children
The Big Sheep.
Abbotsham RoadThis is a top Devon family attraction, great day out whatever the weather. There are literally shed loads of activities to do indoors and out. Ride rollercoasters, have a go at archery, see one of the UK’s best bird displays and live shows by illusionist Merlin as seen on Britain’ Got Talent.
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The Milky Way Adventure Park
This is a top Devon family attraction, great day out whatever the weather. There are literally shed loads of activities to do indoors and out. Ride rollercoasters, have a go at archery, see one of the UK’s best bird displays and live shows by illusionist Merlin as seen on Britain’ Got Talent.
The Ultimate Adventure Centre
Abbotsham RoadCombe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park
https://cmwdp.co.uk
https://www.watermouthcastle.com
Attraction Information
Watermouth Family Theme Park and Castle takes you back in time to the simple pleasures of Victorian life. With animated scenes, a model railway, mechanical musical instruments, including a piano and banjo that will play itself, you can see the curios of the past come to life!
Then make it out of the dungeon labyrinth to a wonderful theme park set in a beautiful natural valley. You can't help to be amazed at some of the breath taking views they have of the superb North Devon Coast.
Marvel at the Mighty Mortier Water Show, explore Gnomeland and go panning for gold as the Gnome residents go about their daily business. Then take in some of the fantastic rides. You could fly your own aeroplane on the Junior Aviator, get lost in the jungle of The Big River Ride, or plunge down the mighty Tube Slide. Perhaps you would like to play crazy golf, or even crazy snooker, or maybe a walk round the maze and see if you can find your way out.
To keep you entertained during your visit will be Captain Andy and his dog band. They can't wait to sing you a song or two, as are Goosey Gander and the Geezers.
Are you brave enough to take on mum and dad in a battle inside the Soft Ball Shooting Cannons? Or dare you challenge them at the risk of getting wet with a round of Water Wars?
Opening hours
Easter - October: Monday to Sunday 10:30 - 17:30
School Holidays: Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 18:00
28th October 2018 - Easter 2019: Closed for the winter
Last Entry
1 hour before attraction closes
Location
Address
Watermouth Castle Estates,
Ilfracombe,
Devon,
EX34 9SL,
England
Phone number
01271 863879
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Wassermund Schloss
https://www.watermouthcastle.com
Attraction Information
Watermouth Family Theme Park and Castle takes you back in time to the simple pleasures of Victorian life. With animated scenes, a model railway, mechanical musical instruments, including a piano and banjo that will play itself, you can see the curios of the past come to life!
Then make it out of the dungeon labyrinth to a wonderful theme park set in a beautiful natural valley. You can't help to be amazed at some of the breath taking views they have of the superb North Devon Coast.
Marvel at the Mighty Mortier Water Show, explore Gnomeland and go panning for gold as the Gnome residents go about their daily business. Then take in some of the fantastic rides. You could fly your own aeroplane on the Junior Aviator, get lost in the jungle of The Big River Ride, or plunge down the mighty Tube Slide. Perhaps you would like to play crazy golf, or even crazy snooker, or maybe a walk round the maze and see if you can find your way out.
To keep you entertained during your visit will be Captain Andy and his dog band. They can't wait to sing you a song or two, as are Goosey Gander and the Geezers.
Are you brave enough to take on mum and dad in a battle inside the Soft Ball Shooting Cannons? Or dare you challenge them at the risk of getting wet with a round of Water Wars?
Opening hours
Easter - October: Monday to Sunday 10:30 - 17:30
School Holidays: Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 18:00
28th October 2018 - Easter 2019: Closed for the winter
Last Entry
1 hour before attraction closes
Location
Address
Watermouth Castle Estates,
Ilfracombe,
Devon,
EX34 9SL,
England
Phone number
01271 863879
Things to do
RHS Garden Rosemoor
Step back in time at this 14th fishing village where cars are banned from the narrow cobbled streets! Sensible shoes a must! Steep hill..
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Clovelly
Step back in time at this 14th fishing village where cars are banned from the narrow cobbled streets! Sensible shoes a must! Steep hill..
Westward Waves Surf School
Sandymere RoadFancy learning to surf or watch your children learning to surf!
Arlington Court
Queen's Theatre
100 Boutport StScott Cinemas
77 Boutport StQuince Honey Farm
Lets Go
Braunton Roadhttps://letsgobarnstaple.com
North Devon Leisure Centre has standard swimming facilities with 1m and 3m Springboards. The 5m currently out of use. There is a learner pool too, for developing skills and water confidence, or just having a splash about!
There are varying session types available to attend, some of which are adult only or lane swimming, so be sure to check out the timetables through the handy link when planning to make sure you get what you want form the trip.
Other facilities include Bumpers indoor soft play area, which is a small adventure facility great for keeping kids aged between 2 and 5 happy for the length of a swim for the older lot! Make sure you take enough grown-ups to split forces though, as the swimming pool has strict supervision ratios for kids.
There's also a martial arts facility and a set of sports courts for things like squash and badminton, so there's actually loads of scope for differing activities here if you're up for a range of stuff and have the wisdom to pre-book and arrange the supporting acts!
Location
Address
Seven Brethern Bank,
Barnstaple,
Devon,
EX31 2AP,
England
Phone number
01271 373361
North Devon Leisure Centre
North Devon Leisure Centre has standard swimming facilities with 1m and 3m Springboards. The 5m currently out of use. There is a learner pool too, for developing skills and water confidence, or just having a splash about!
There are varying session types available to attend, some of which are adult only or lane swimming, so be sure to check out the timetables through the handy link when planning to make sure you get what you want form the trip.
Other facilities include Bumpers indoor soft play area, which is a small adventure facility great for keeping kids aged between 2 and 5 happy for the length of a swim for the older lot! Make sure you take enough grown-ups to split forces though, as the swimming pool has strict supervision ratios for kids.
There's also a martial arts facility and a set of sports courts for things like squash and badminton, so there's actually loads of scope for differing activities here if you're up for a range of stuff and have the wisdom to pre-book and arrange the supporting acts!
Location
Address
Seven Brethern Bank,
Barnstaple,
Devon,
EX31 2AP,
England
Phone number
01271 373361
Exmoor Zoo
https://www.exmoorzoo.co.uk
https://croydedeckchaircinem.wixsite.com/box-office
Location
Address
1 Jones's Hill,
Croyde,
Devon,
EX33 1LX,
England
Phone number
07583 204601
If the good old English weather has got you down, imagine you're at a beach movie when you arrive at Croyde Deckchair Cinema.
It may not look like a multiplex, but then again the multiplex doesn't have delicious homemade popcorn for sale, or comfortable deckchairs for seats (and even double deckchairs if you get there early!)
This unique hidden gem has been delighting audiences for almost ten years, showing some of the biggest films of the year with a personal touch—like providing booster cushions for little ones who need them! As a family-friendly night out, it can't be beaten.
So sit back with your soft drink and your pint of warm popcorn, settle in your deckchair, and get ready to see some of your favourite films in possibly the most unusual cinema you've ever been to!
The Croyde Deckchair Cinema
1 Jones's Hillhttps://croydedeckchaircinem.wixsite.com/box-office
Location
Address
1 Jones's Hill,
Croyde,
Devon,
EX33 1LX,
England
Phone number
07583 204601
If the good old English weather has got you down, imagine you're at a beach movie when you arrive at Croyde Deckchair Cinema.
It may not look like a multiplex, but then again the multiplex doesn't have delicious homemade popcorn for sale, or comfortable deckchairs for seats (and even double deckchairs if you get there early!)
This unique hidden gem has been delighting audiences for almost ten years, showing some of the biggest films of the year with a personal touch—like providing booster cushions for little ones who need them! As a family-friendly night out, it can't be beaten.
So sit back with your soft drink and your pint of warm popcorn, settle in your deckchair, and get ready to see some of your favourite films in possibly the most unusual cinema you've ever been to!
Woolacombe riding stables
Beach RoadVictoria Park
39 Kingsley Rd