Michelle's Guidebook

Michelle
Michelle's Guidebook

Sightseeing

The Tarka Trail is a series of footpaths and cyclepaths (rail trails) around north Devon that follow the route taken by the fictional Tarka the Otter in the book of that name. It covers a total of 180 miles (290 km) in a figure-of-eight route, centred on Barnstaple.
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Tarka Trail
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The Tarka Trail is a series of footpaths and cyclepaths (rail trails) around north Devon that follow the route taken by the fictional Tarka the Otter in the book of that name. It covers a total of 180 miles (290 km) in a figure-of-eight route, centred on Barnstaple.
This magical and very special 20-acre private garden with three lakes is set in a valley tucked away in North Devon, just a short walk from our cottage. Lovely way to spend an afternoon, especially in the tea room!
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Marwood Hill Gardens
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This magical and very special 20-acre private garden with three lakes is set in a valley tucked away in North Devon, just a short walk from our cottage. Lovely way to spend an afternoon, especially in the tea room!
The largest sand dune system in England. Important ecologically as it has the complete range of dune plant communities, with over 400 species.
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Braunton Burrows
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The largest sand dune system in England. Important ecologically as it has the complete range of dune plant communities, with over 400 species.
Unspoiled 17th Century village that is steeped in old-world charm, yet with a younger surfing ‘vibe’ that makes it special.
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Croyde
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Unspoiled 17th Century village that is steeped in old-world charm, yet with a younger surfing ‘vibe’ that makes it special.
Croyde beach boasts acres of golden sand and dunes, rock pools, and some fun waves when it’s time to play in the surf.
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Croyde Beach
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Croyde beach boasts acres of golden sand and dunes, rock pools, and some fun waves when it’s time to play in the surf.
The beach at Saunton Sands is big – very big – and popular with surfers and longboarders alike, as well as the occasional film crew! Parts of the 2014 box office smash ‘Edge of Tomorrow’ starring Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt were shot here.
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Saunton Sands
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The beach at Saunton Sands is big – very big – and popular with surfers and longboarders alike, as well as the occasional film crew! Parts of the 2014 box office smash ‘Edge of Tomorrow’ starring Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt were shot here.
Just a short drive through glorious Devon Countryside, Woolacoombe Beach is a three-mile long stretch of golden sand renowned for it’s cleanliness, water quality and facilities. Lifeguards ensure safe family swimming during the summer and surfers come from all over the country to enjoy the great waves and clean water.
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Plage de Woolacombe
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Just a short drive through glorious Devon Countryside, Woolacoombe Beach is a three-mile long stretch of golden sand renowned for it’s cleanliness, water quality and facilities. Lifeguards ensure safe family swimming during the summer and surfers come from all over the country to enjoy the great waves and clean water.
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Lynton and Lynmouth
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Putsborough Beach
Vention Lane
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Barnstaple
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Heddon's Mouth
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Appledore
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Westward Ho!
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Instow
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Port d'Ilfracombe
10A The Quay
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Lynmouth Bay
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Northam Burrows Country Park
Sandymere Road
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Food scene

The Muddiford Inn, a historic 16th century coaching inn now a family run pub & restaurant, is a real favourite of ours. Good food and drink, a great garden for the kids to play in and dog-friendly. A short drive, or a two-mile walk, from our cottage, the Muddiford Inn is definitely worth a visit.
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The Muddiford Inn
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Situated in the charming village of Muddiford, A fantastic country pub and restaurant that serves hearty seasonal food along with real ales and a good selection of fine wines. The pub garden is particularly attractive, with sun all day and beautiful views over the Taw estuary.
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Heanton Court
A361
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Situated in the charming village of Muddiford, A fantastic country pub and restaurant that serves hearty seasonal food along with real ales and a good selection of fine wines. The pub garden is particularly attractive, with sun all day and beautiful views over the Taw estuary.
For one of the best restaurants on the beach in the whole of North Devon, you just have to visit the amazing Beachside Grill. The perfect spot for great food after a long day on the beach at the amazing Saunton Sands!
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Beachside Grill
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For one of the best restaurants on the beach in the whole of North Devon, you just have to visit the amazing Beachside Grill. The perfect spot for great food after a long day on the beach at the amazing Saunton Sands!
The Manor House Inn - this is a great pub in Croyde, serving good food and drink with a large bar, restaurant and children's play area.
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The Manor House Inn
39 St Mary's Rd
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The Manor House Inn - this is a great pub in Croyde, serving good food and drink with a large bar, restaurant and children's play area.
A firm favourite of ours! The Saunton Sands Hotel is a fabulous four-star art deco hotel in a world class location overlooking three miles of one of the UK's best beaches. Highly-recommended for a couple of sun-downers!
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Saunton Sands Hotel
Saunton Road
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A firm favourite of ours! The Saunton Sands Hotel is a fabulous four-star art deco hotel in a world class location overlooking three miles of one of the UK's best beaches. Highly-recommended for a couple of sun-downers!
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The Hunters Inn
Jose's Lane
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Instow Arms
Marine Parade
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The Thatch
14 Hobb's Hill
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Billy Budds
12 Hobb's Hill
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The Crown Inn
The Square
The Rock Inn Georgeham
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Westleigh Inn
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Pyne Arms
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Lush Bar & Restaurant
55 Boutport St
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Excellent surfing school and advice
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Surf Saunton
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Parc d'aventures The Milky Way
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