Adventures

Active Adventures

Exmoor adventures for rock climbing, mountain biking, canoeing and more www.exmooradventures.co.uk

Hunter surf school at woolacombe www.huntersurf.com

Tarka trail is one of the country’s longest continuous traffic-free walking and cycling paths, and forms part of the Devon Coast to Coast Cycle Route. For a good flat family friendly cycle try along the estuary and around Braunton Burrows Fremington Quay is a good start point and bikes maybe hired next door to Fremington Quay Café.

Quad biking Devon offers bikes without the need to peddle www.quadbikingdevon.co.uk suitable from children from age 6 onwards.
Woolacombe stables offers the chance for to ride through the dunes and onto the beach. All levels of experience welcome www.woolacombe-ridingstables.co.uk

Walking – Take the opportunity to experience the freedom of the North Devon countryside immediately around the farm or head for the moors or coastal path

For Rainy Days

Air extreme indoor trampoline fun in Barnstaple if its raining ! Call 01271 349806 to book a 1 hour session.

Rock & Rapid An indoor climbing wall, taster sessions available no previous experience required www.rockandrapidadventures.co.uk

Quince Honey farm look and learn about the working bees or visit the indoor play area. www.quincehoneyfarm.co.uk

Days Out

Tarr steps A clapper bridge across the River Barle in the Exmoor National Park, an ideal place for paddling and playing in water.

Exmoor Zoo, walk on the wild side be a keeper for the day feed the animals EX31 4SG

Big Sheep A perfect day out for younger children. Ride a tractor or a train, swan pedals or a old fashioned carousel race a sheep or visit pets corner. Bounce on the jumping pillow or have indoor fun in the ball pits

Lundy Island escape on a two hour boat ride and see the views and all the island has to offer enjoy a meal and a drink before the boat ride home at the Marisco Tavern

Exmoor Safari learn about the history and spot the wildlife a www.exmoorwildlifesafaris.co.uk safaris meet and leave from the White Horse Inn Exford.

Beaches

North Devon Coast offers plenty of beaches for all some of which are dog friendly. All within easy reach from North Lee. A personal favourite is Saunton or Putsborough from those looking for a dog friendly option.

Woolacombe has been voted Best Beach in Britain on Trip advisor for the last two years and only the first section is kept dog free.

Croyde A mecca for surfers, a 800m stretch of golden sand. But can be very busy during peak holiday season.

Gardens

Castle Hill home or the Earl & Countess of Arran. A garden for all seasons with woodland walks, formal gardens parkland and a tearoom. Dogs on leads welcome.

RHS Garden Rosemoor 65 acres of inspirational gardens with vegetable gardens play areas and events throughout the year. Café gift shop and plant centre. Mobility scooters available

Arlington Court National Trust & Carriage museum take a carriage ride or a mobility scooter to go around the gardens and grounds.

Towns & Villages

South Molton our nearest market town with bustling shops, tearooms and twice weekly market.

Dunster, Medevil 11th Century town rich in history. Explore the castle and old market.

Dulverton, In the middle of Exmoor set on the river with quaint shops and eateries play in the shallows of the river on a warm afternoon or combine with a trip to Tarr Steps.

Lynton & Lynmouth Victorian towns with the cliff railway that joins the two. Visit the flood museum to see the changes.

Barnstaple is the main town of North Devon offering high street brands and facilities.

Food & Drink

The Corn Dolly South Molton enjoy a traditional cream tea or light bite a family favourite although can be a little on the slow side. EX36 3DB 01769 574249

Zest, South Molton. Recently opened café bistro EX36 3BU 01769 574225

George Hotel, South Molton exciting looking menu if looking for a treat. EX36 3AB 01769 572514

The Poltimore Inn, North Molton recently refurbished busy village pub. Good Beer, cider selection & varied menu & Sunday lunch. EX36 3HR 01598 740338

Bell Inn, Chittlehampton A traditional village pub good food & vibrant atmosphere. EX37 9QL 01769 540368

North Gate, South Molton carvery style Sunday Lunch. A good plate full. EX36 3RG 01769 579555

Stags Head, Traditional thatched pub varied menu. Dogs welcome EX32 0RN 01598760250

Black Venus, Traditional rural pub good selection of beer & wine excellent lots of character booking recommended Dogs welcome in the bar area. EX31 4TT 01598 763251

In Barnstaple: Itailian -Pizza Express, Prezzo, Chinese – Fulhams, Nepalise & indian – Gurkha, American style burger restaurant Custom House, Tapas Lilicos –plus other bars and coffee shops.