PICTURE
TOUR
Abbotsham
Alwington
Appledore
Bideford
Buckland
Brewer
Bucks
Mills
Clovelly
Croyde
Hartland
Horns
Cross
Instow
Parkham
Peppercombe
Westward
Ho!
Woolacombe
Woolsery
IN
THE NEIGHBOURHOOD
Bideford
Railway Centre
Docton
Mill
Fremington Quay
Hartland Point
Hartland Quay
Northam
Burrows
Spekes Mill
Tarka
Trail
Victoria
Park
FOCUS ON
Appledore
Arts Festival
Braund
Society
Exmoor National Park
Hartland
Quay Rocks
History Bytes
North Devon AONB
North Devon Goldcoast
South
West Coast Path
The
Pebble Ridge
Woolsery
Street Fayre
Bideford
Music Day
Woolsery
Show
North
Devon RSPB
Torrington
Day Out
NORTH
DEVON FOCUS BLOGSPOT
Bideford
Bay
Ilfracombe
Focus
Bird
Watching
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Welcome
to the North Devon Focus Picture Tour which has been developed to promote
the splendid coast and countryside surrounding the "Little White Town"
of Bideford. Our aim is to capture the seasonal changes in this still unspoilt
corner of North Devon and whilst concentrating on the captivating landscapes,
flora and fauna, we hope the site will be of benefit to anyone planning
a visit to the area, for those offering tourism based services or living
in the local community. The Hartland and North Devon Heritage Coast is designated
as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Set against the backdrop of rolling
hills, wooded valleys, steep cliffs and dramatic seascapes this is an ideal
base for touring North Devon and visitors can choose to stay in a variety
of accommodation from traditional bed and breakfast, caravan, camping and
holiday parks, hotels & inns to self-catering cottage, apartment and
farmhouse holidays. If you want a family holiday or a relaxing break away
this is the place to be! Choose from the menu on the left to view the "Coast
& Country Picture Tour" of towns, villages, special features and
local events. The Atlantic Highway (A39) meanders through the countryside
running parallel to this rugged section of the North Devon Heritage Coast
which is steeped in history with tales of ancient mariners and smugglers.
A warm welcome awaits you at the many cafes, inns and hotels along the way
and it is definately fun for ALL family at local attractions such as the
Big Sheep at Abbotsham and the Milky Way Adventure Park, near Clovelly.
Nature lovers and walkers can enjoy the view over Bideford Bay from this
spectacular stretch of the South West Coast Path, which rises above secluded
coves such as Peppercombe and the more well known coastal villages of Appledore,
Westward Ho, Bucks Mills, and Clovelly. The small town of Hartland, nestling
on the tip of the Hartland Peninsula is famous for its impressive rock formations
at Hartland Quay and the awesome waterfall at Spekes Mill. The path continues
onwards to the North Devon/Cornwall border at Welcombe, Morwenstow and onto
Bude. Venture inland to discover rural North Devon with its many picturesque
villages and hamlets including Abbotsham, Alwington, Ford & Fairy Cross,
Horns Cross, Buckland Brewer, Parkham, Woolsery (Woolfardisworthy). The
Gnome Reserve, Wild Flower and Pixie Kiln can be found at East Putford near
Bradworthy. In the heart of "Ruby Country" lie the market towns
of Holsworthy and Hatherleigh. The holiday resorts of Ilfracombe, Combe
Martin, and popular surfing hotspots Woolacombe and Croyde are all within
easy reach. North Devon's commercial centre, Barnstaple, is thirty minutes
away, South Molton and Exmoor National Park approximately one hour. The
Island of Lundy, which can be visited by boat or helicopter, is just off
the coast where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Bristol Channel. If you take
the A386 from Bideford the road snakes beside the River Torridge. You are
now in Tarka Country with the river running onwards through Weare Gifford,
Landcross and down to Great Torrington. The "Cavalier" town has
three major attractions. Here you can enjoy a Civil War Experience at the
"Torrington 1646" Visitor Centre, see the traditional art of glass
blowing at Dartington Crystal or take a leisurely stroll around the RHS
Garden at Rosemoor in the beautiful setting of the Torridge Valley. The
"Tarka Trail" is now a 180 mile long footpath enjoyed by walkers
and cyclists re-tracing the steps that Tarka took in the novel written by
Henry Williamson.
There is something for everyone in the area including horse riding, walking,
mountain boarding, cycling, canoeing, adventure activities, surfing, shooting,
sailing, boat trips, coarse fishing, deep sea fishing and for those who
enjoy more leisurely pursuits there are plenty of art galleries, museums
and local craft centres with work by local artists and craftsmen on display.
Children just love the golden sands at Instow and the Blue Flag beach at
Westward Ho!
So
much to see, so much to do, so little time!
Great News - North Devon is open for business All Year
Round
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North
Devon Focus has been promoting the Coast and "Country" Side
of Bideford Bay and Beyond since 2002.
Devon Holiday accommodation, North Devon Towns and Villages, North Devon
Pictures of the Atlantic Heritage Coast, Bideford Bay Photographs, North
Devon Breaks
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