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You could sample autumn in every single county in Britain and not find somewhere as beautiful as North Devon. So, save yourself the hassle....

So how about it? Fancy walking 630 miles? Of all the coast paths in England, the South West Coast Path (SWCP) is the longest and possibly hilliest....

North Devon has already seen the hugely popular annual Walking Festival, Ilfracombe Film Festival and Sausage & Ale Festival this year. As we enter summer, music becomes the focus of many events. There’s nothing like good music and a great vibe to raise your spirits and North Devon is the place to be this Summer as it’s alive with festivals and music events. Below are just a few of...

From the happy muddle of a family Easter egg hunt, to fantastic food and days out in the fresh air, spring is a great time to escape to North Devon. So what’s on in the coming weeks? Here are just a few of the things we’re most looking forward to, including some superb events and spring break offers....

With some of the most spectacular scenery in the South West, it’s little surprise that Woolacombe makes a perfect location for walking breaks in Devon. From the Tarka Trail to Exmoor, there are countless routes in the area, with routes for every ability. Of course, the other nice thing about staying in Woolacombe is that you can often forget about the car, as there are some lovely circular and...

There is nowhere quite like the county of Devon anywhere in the UK. You probably already know the clichés: a slow pace of life, clotted cream and tractors. Crooked roads, lovely beaches and place names you can’t pronounce. These are the stuff of legend, not to mention various Devon jokes; but we wouldn't have it any other way.  Here are ten classic features of the real Devon......