Highlights & Activities

Ilfracombe - the undiscovered Padstow!

The North Devon coastline is arguably the most beautiful coast in the UK and Ilfracombe is a jewel of a town which sits on the edge of the stunning Capstone Hill and the soft cliffs at Hele bay.

In Victorian times, Ilfracombe was a destination holiday town, and now it is undergoing a revival with new hotels, restaurants and entertainment centres opening on a regular basis. The beautiful Georgian quarter which leads down to the harbour holds secret gems in the form of hidden shops and high quality restaurants and is a mere five minute stroll from the house.

The bustling harbour is alive with boats, restaurants, galleries and shops and most famous of all is 11 The Quay – a masterpiece of haute cuisine owned by none other than Damien Hirst the famous artist.

A two minute stroll up the hill behind the house takes you to the busy High Street where you will find everything that you need including banks, shops and even a cinema. Opposite the Strand is the famous Landmark Theatre with its huge variety of shows and events. Try the bar there and watch the sun sink below the sea.

A short drive will take you to the beautiful hidden bay of Combe Martin where you can explore the dinosaur park and picnic in the grounds. Drive the same distance in the other direction and you will find the incredible expanse of sandy beach at Woolacombe, the European capital of windsurfing.

Things to do:
Landmark Theatre
Ilfracombe museum
Windsurfing at Woolacombe
Riding at Mullacott
Golf at Saunton Sands & Ilfracombe
Clay pigeon shooting
Sub-aqua diving
Sailing
Boat trips
Shopping at Barnstaple

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