North Devon is an area of outstanding natural beauty completely different to other parts of the county.It extends from the edges of Exmoor in the east to Lundy Island in the west and the Taw Valley in the south providing contrasts of moor land, downs, valleys, rugged cliffs and golden sandy beaches thus providing a range of interests and activities.
Explore Exmoor and the Doone Valley, travel the coastal paths and Tarka trails, visit the wild life sanctuary on Lundy Island, see the hidden coves and coastline from a paddle steamer or other various boat trips, enjoy the golden beaches with their variety of water sports, see the smugglers delight at Clovelly, wonder at the glorious gardens and explore the towns and villages who each have their own individuality.
The Leisure Centre provides sports facilities from a swimming pool, a gym, badminton, aerobics and many other activities.
Barnstaple is the main town of North Devon having most of the well known high street stores either on the High Street or in the Green Lanes indoor mall. In contrast there is the Pannier Market that sells fresh produce and local crafts alongside Butchers Row. Supermarkets, retail stores including DIY, nursery gardens, electrical, IT etc range in and around the town.
For evening entertainment the Queen’s Theatre in Barnstaple and Landmark Theatre in Ilfracombe host a variety of musical events and plays. Barnstaple now boasts a multiplex Cinema showing the latest releases. The clubs and pubs provide entertainment ranging from discos, live music, Karaoke and even a comedy club.
North Devon provides a large and wide variety of restaurants and eating establishments from business lunches to intimate candlelit dinners, fast food to Indian and Chinese etc., a sandwich to a first class leisurely meal.
