Days out and Things to do in North Devon & Combe Martin

The Most Favoured Local Trends in North Devon:

1. South West Coast Path
   🚶‍♂️ Epic coastal walking route with jaw-dropping views, passing through some of North Devon’s best scenery. Perfect for hikers and nature lovers.
2. Woolacombe Beach
   🏖️ Multi-award-winning beach, famous for its golden sands and top-tier surf. Super popular with families and surfers.
3. Croyde Bay Surfing
   🌊 Legendary surfing hotspot with consistent waves, cute village vibes, and surf schools galore.
4. The Big Sheep
   🐑 Family-friendly theme park with sheep racing, live shows, indoor play areas, and rides.
5. Clovelly Village
   🏘️ Historic, postcard-perfect village with steep cobbled streets, traditional cottages, and stunning sea views.
6. Ilfracombe Harbour
   ⚓ Coastal town charm, art galleries, fresh seafood, and Damien Hirst’s famous "Verity" statue standing guard over the harbour.
7. Exmoor National Park
   🌌 Rolling moors, deep valleys, and dark sky reserves—an outdoor dream for walkers, cyclists, and stargazers.
8. Lundy Island
   🏝️ Remote island escape with puffins, seals, and excellent diving spots. A peaceful nature haven.
9. Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway
   🚠 Historic water-powered funicular railway with panoramic views over the gorge and coastline.
10. Valley of the Rocks
    🏞️ Unique rock formations, wild goats, and coastal walking trails make this a real hidden gem.

Things to do in Combe Martin

If you're planning on visiting North Devon, there are quite a few things to do in Combe Martin (just down the road). Here’s a list of 10 things you can do around there to make the most of it:

🌊 1. Visit Combe Martin Beach

A mix of sand and pebbles with clear water, perfect for rock pooling, kayaking, or just chilling with some fish and chips.

🥾 2. Walk the South West Coast Path

Seriously breathtaking clifftop views. You can do sections of it from Combe Martin, heading towards places like Hunters Inn or Ilfracombe.

🏰 3. Explore Watermouth Castle

It’s part theme park, part museum, part castle. Great if you’ve got kids—or if you’re just a big kid at heart.

🐐 4. Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park

Think exotic animals, life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, and even a dino-themed train ride. It’s surprisingly cool.

🚣 5. Go Kayaking or Paddleboarding

You can rent gear locally and explore the coves and caves along the coastline. Sunset paddles here are next-level.

🍰 6. Grab Afternoon Tea

Find a cute café and have a proper cream tea (Devon style = cream first, jam on top, of course).

🏖️ 7. Hang Out at Wild Pear Beach

Bit of a hidden gem! It’s a more secluded, quiet spot. Little trek to get down there but so worth it.

🎣 8. Try a Bit of Fishing

Whether it’s from the rocks or a little boat trip, the area’s good for mackerel, bass, and more.

🌿 9. Visit the Hangman Hills

Great hikes with some of the tallest sea cliffs in England. "Little Hangman" and "Great Hangman" are cool local landmarks.

🛍️ 10. Browse Local Shops

There are quirky little gift shops and galleries. Perfect for grabbing some locally made crafts or souvenirs.