lots to see and do... Devon knows, we’ve got it all!

A sight to behold – 3 ½ miles of golden sand backed by the rolling expanse of the Braunton Burrows. Plenty of room of everyone, the beach faces west and when the tide goes out it can reveal up to 500 metres more sand. Saunton is also renowned for some of the best surfing in the country. Saunton is currently the only beach in North Devon to have a Landeez all terrain wheelchair. This wheelchair allows those who are less abled to have full enjoyment of the beach as it is able to traverse all areas and to be used in the shallows of the sea. Easy to use and operate, it is available for hire on a half day, daily, or weekly basis. Advance booking is advisable. For more information look at the Saunton beach website.

The Coast Path from Lynton to the famous Valley of Rocks is relatively level and has been surfaced with tarmac to make it easier for everyone to use. Whilst the path description is based on starting in Lynton, the walk can be shortened by starting in one of the car parks in the Valley of Rocks, and just doing the loop. The start point is the famous Lynmouth/Lynton cliff railway which is still to this day, powered by water.

Located off the coast of Devon, the granite outcrop of Lundy lies between England and America and is famed for its marine reserve. Get up early to catch the boat from Bideford Quay for a wonderful day on the island. Very steep walk up from the boat so pre-book the Land Rover to take you up if you are at all infirm. Level enough once at the top.

Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre is the home of the National Fairground Collection. It is a facility unique in the UK, designed to capture the magic of a bygone age through exhibits, vintage engineering and stunning artwork displays. Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre is a 45,000 square foot indoor attraction that provides a unique opportunity to view and interact with our Fairground Heritage in a beautiful rural location. Come and enjoy All the Fun of the Vintage Fair – our historic rides, shows and stalls operate for your enjoyment, and at a small additional cost. Vintage Penny Arcade, Cafe, Gift Shop. Free Parking. See our website for further information and details of special events.

Hilarious and entertaining shows include the World Famous sheep racing, complete with woolly jockeys, Horse Whispering, Dog and Duck Trials. Shepherds with a wicked sense of humour will have you laughing out loud as you are introduced to 10 different breeds of sheep who will strut their stuff live on stage to music! Children AND adults can burn off excess energy and play safely on a great selection of slides and imaginative soft play climbing areas, tumble towers, mazes and obstacles in our MASSIVE indoor play area. There are loads of fun packed outdoor activities too. For the adrenaline thrill seekers there are bookable sessions at the Adventure Centre adjacent to the park for Climbing, Low Ropes, Water Zorbing and Mountain Boarding and competitive families can battle it out using state of the art eye-safe laser guns at Battlefield Live Outdoor Combat Zone. You can also enjoy Farm Safari rides, magical lakeside train rides, pony rides, twister chair-o-planes rides, free beer tasting, outside jumping pillows, family splash zone and a chance to feed the baby lambs are just some of the treats in store. During the winter there is a toboggan and ice skating rink too. After an exhilarating day out, browse in our Sheepy Shop and Farm Shop and find local Westcountry products before relaxing with delicious home made scones and a great big dollop of Devonshire clotted cream.

Useful Information: Wheelchair access, Bathroom facilities, Stairs / lift, Activities for older children, Activities for young children

Beamsworthy Alpacas - A pleasant morning or afternoon wandering through the quiet shady walk in the woods to teach the Alpacas. Good with or without the children, enjoy some delicious afternoon cream teas as part of your alpaca visit. Alpacas are known for their peaceful temperament around humans and positive interactionsd with them can be beneficial for many people.

The classic and original Go Ape experience. We’ll brief you for safety before you fly down our zip-wires, leap off our Tarzan Swing and tackle our crossings whilst enjoying some of Britain’s most breathtaking scenery.

Finlake Riding Centre is situated in the beautiful Teign valley on the edge of Dartmoor National Park. It benefits from scenic off road hacking in private parkland and woodland trails. All the bridle tracks have been ‘all weather’ surfaced so that even in inclement weather under foot remains good. Hacking: All ages and standards of rider are catered for, complete beginners are welcome on our gentle treks around the woodland trails riding well behaved cobs .Experienced riders can enjoy our longer and more exhilarating rides which can include cream teas and evening pub rides. Young children and nervous adults may prefer our half hour stroll where our experienced staff will be able to lead rein anyone requiring assistance. Very small children can ride our tiny miniature Shetland pony ‘Diddy mouse’ or the slightly bigger ‘Tinkerbell’ All our horses & ponies are extremely well cared for by our dedicated staff members, the horses welfare and customer safety is paramount. Finlake Riding Stables has something to offer everyone, we welcome any inspection prior to riding.

A great leisure facility on our doorstep literally a few minutes from your accommodation, we have an archery centre right opposite our property, Arms of Old. Two qualified teachers give a personal level of teaching. They also have a shop for all your archery needs. Book in advance – 01409 231171

Goose Fair - held on the 2nd Wednesday of October every year. Market traders come from all over the country to sell their wares and provide entertainment. Stalls and side shows are set up in the centre of the Town, and some 200 spaces are let by the Town Council for traders and community groups.

Meeth Quarry is unlike any other Devon Wildlife Trust Nature Reserve. Its industrial past has dramatically shaped its present. For nearly 100 years it was a series of busy clay quarries and mines. The legacy of this industry has created a very diverse landscape. Today, two enormous lakes and massive clay spoil piles dominate its features. Elsewhere there are ponds, woodlands, bogs and grasslands. Together these make Meeth Quarry Nature Reserve a home for a diverse range of wildlife and a wonderful place for people to explore.

A Magnificent castle – the youngest in the country. Built by the founder of Home and Colonial Stores. Walk along the river to Fingle Bridge.  Castle Drogo - where dramatic architecture meets innovative family home. A 20th century castle overlooking the Teign Gorge.

Magnificent late Victorian country house with gardens and wooded estate. Lanhydrock is the perfect country house and estate, with the feel of a wealthy but unpretentious family home. After a devastating fire in 1881 the Jacobean house was refurbished in high-Victorian style, with the best in country house design and planning and the latest mod cons. Discover two sides of Victorian life: from the kitchens, nurseries and servants’ quarters, which offer a thrilling glimpse into life ‘below stairs’, to the luxurious family areas, elegant dining room and spacious bedrooms which reveal the comforts of ‘upstairs’ living. Make sure you take a stroll around the extensive gardens and enjoy their year-round colour. There are beautiful herbaceous borders, a fabulous formal parterre and colourful higher gardens filled with camellias, magnolias and rhododendrons.