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Looking for somewhere to stretch your legs and explore the beautiful coast and countryside of North Devon on foot? You needn’t hike away for hours on end to see and experience some wonderfully secluded places.
Tired of the usual tourist traps? Just a little off the beaten trail, Devon has some of the most unusual and offbeat visitor attractions and sites in the UK. Owned and run by a dedicated army of enthusiastic and eccentric patrons, these places add that vital sense of surprise and novelty to any trip.
For many who visit North Devon each year, the real highlight is a traditional taste of life in the slow lane. Think cute seaside towns and sleepy villages; locations with cobbled streets, traditional pubs, and shops. Places where local crafts and history thrive, while the giant chain stores and brands are absent.
If there’s one thing better than finding a beautiful location to enjoy, it has to be bringing a picnic into the bargain. Indeed, what better excuse to loiter in one of North Devon’s idyllic corners than some food in the fresh air?
With some of the most varied terrain and beautiful countryside in the UK, walking breaks are always popular in North Devon. Add Exmoor National Park and the drama of the South West Coastal Path and you have even more choice of great walking routes to explore, with plenty to see and do along the way.
With some of Britain’s most unspoiled woodlands, leafy lanes and the cutest of English villages on route, Exmoor is an idyllic place to escape. Whatever the season, pretty walks, secluded beaches and wild corners are just a modest drive away from our idyllic grounds at The Northcote Manor Hotel.
Ask most couples thinking about getting married in Devon and thoughts of summer days come to mind. However, these days the winter wedding is no longer seen as a second best. After all, there is something deeply romantic about the winter, especially here in North Devon.
Stretching from Barnstable through some of Devon’s most idyllic countryside, the Tarka Trail is paradise for the intrepid rambler, bike rider or wildlife lover.
As one of the UK’s most pretty and peaceful areas, country pursuits and field sports in North Devon hold a huge draw for many of our visitors. Whether you are looking for golf days, shooting or some rod bending fishing, you’ll find some excellent locations in North Devon, all within easy reach of Northcote Manor.