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Ilfracombe, the perfect destination for your North Devon holiday

There is something for everyone with its picturesque historic harbour of quaint pastel coloured houses, 14th Century chapel perched on Lantern Hill and Damien Hirst’s statue Verity standing guard at the entrance surrounded by dramatic clifftop scenery and is directly on the South West Coast Path. With its stunning beaches and coves including the famous Tunnels Beaches, great eateries, numerous art and craft galleries, independent shops, activities and attractions galore it truly is the perfect destination from which to also explore North Devon and Exmoor.

6 days ago

Ilfracombe Art Trail is next weekend, and we've created this detailed guide featuring artist Pat Glover to tell you all about the event and how it works.We hope that you'll enjoy visiting some of the 44 studios, galleries, artist's homes and other venues that are throwing their doors open, and enjoy the art of all types that will be on display.#visitilfracombe #northdevon #ilfracombe #northdevonescape #unwindexplorediscover #AdventureAwaits #2024travel #ilfracombearttrail #supportlocalartists #artweekend ... See MoreSee Less
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1 week ago

Jack In The Green Ilfracombe is a community celebration of the coming of summer held on the first Sunday of May. It's a vibrant procession that winds its way through the town, featuring:A giant figure known as "Jack" covered entirely in leaves and flowers.Leafy attendants accompanying Jack.Local schoolchildren performing maypole dances.Musicians and drummers adding to the festive atmosphere.Other costumed characters like giants.The procession ends at the seafront where there's more dancing and a symbolic ritual of stripping the leaves off Jack, signifying the welcoming of summer.If the weather doesn't play ball with this summer welcome, Ilfracombe offers plenty of opportunities for dodging any showers. Pop into one of our amazing cafes or pubs, visit Ilfracombe Aquarium or Ilfracombe Museum, visit our amazing art galleries or independent stores, or try your luck in the amusement arcade.#visitIlfracombe #NorthDevon #Ilfracombe #NorthDevonEscape #UnwindExploreDiscover #AdventureAwaits #2024Travel ... See MoreSee Less
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