Barnstaple Funfair
Over 20 rides and attractions. Open weekdays from 5pm and weekends from 2pm.
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Devon County Show
Westpoint Arena and Showground Westpoint Arena and Showground, Clyst St MaryThe Devon County Show is an agricultural show held annually at the Westpoint Arena and Showground in Clyst St Mary near Exeter. It is one of a number of county shows in the United Kingdom. The show is a celebration of rural life in Devon, and features country and livestock competitions, a grand parade, equine events, local […]
Circuits on the Beach – Spring into fitness with the RNLI!
RNLI Ilfracombe RNLI Ilfracombe Lifeboat Station, Lifeboat House, Broad St, IlfracombeAll abilities are welcome for Circuits on the Beach with Sam! It's a free event as part of RNLI Ilfracombe's Spring into Fitness events, though donations will be very much appreciated.
Soulcraft at the Welly
The Wellington Arms The Wellington Arms, 66-67 High Street, IlfracombeYaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay we LOVE playing at the Welly! We'll be back, with a whole chunk of new music for you. There's Madonna. There's Donna Summer. There's Muse. It's going OFF. Start time TBC, but it's evening, so come and get sweaty, bust some moves out and support your lovely local & live music!
Taster Sessions – Gig rowing
Ilfracombe Watersports Hub Larkstone Cove, Ilfracombe, Devon, United Kingdom**TASTER SESSIONS** Please drop us an email if you’d like to have a go at gig rowing… Ilfracombepilotgigclub@gmail.com
Wildersmouth Beach Clean and Big Art Attack!
Ilfracombe Seafront The Promenade, Ilfracombe, Devon, United KingdomJoin the community at Wildersmouth Beach for a fun and meaningful afternoon of creativity and coastal care! Kicking off at 1pm, the event begins with a beach clean-up and ends with a collaborative beach art installation, combining collected rubbish and natural materials to create a powerful environmental message. Hosted by hand:plant, Earth Action North Devon, […]
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Ilfracombe Beer Fest
The Landmark Theatre The Landmark Theatre, Promenade, Ilfracombe, Devon, United KingdomFour days of live music, stunning street food, family fun… Oh, and over 60 local ales and ciders! And it’s free entry too! Join Ilfracombe Roundtable over the May bank holiday weekend for fun in the sun, all raising money for local charities and good causes. We have over 30 of the areas top musicians […]
Tai Chi on the Beach – Spring into fitness with the RNLI!
RNLI Ilfracombe RNLI Ilfracombe Lifeboat Station, Lifeboat House, Broad St, IlfracombeSpring into Fitness with the RNLI! The last of our series of beach activities is Tai Chi with Paul Maxfield. Everyone welcome. You don't have to be experienced in Tai Chi to join in - it is an opportunity to try it if you haven't before. Meet at the Lifeboat Station at 11am. The session […]
Lee Spring Fair
LeeCome and join us in Pixie Meadow, next to Lee Memorial Hall, 1pm to 4pm for a fun-filled afternoon with stalls, games, coconut shy, welly wanging, raffle, tombola, musicians corner, beer tent, BBQ and lots more!
Charity Quiz Night
Monkey Puzzle Restaurant Monkey Puzzle Restaurant, IHP, Marlborough Rd, Ilfracombe🌟 Spark UK Quiz Night – Book Your Spot Now! 🌟 Think you’ve got what it takes to win the trivia crown? Join Spark UK for their Quiz Night at Monkey Puzzle Cafe, supporting their mission to help young people’s mental health. 📅 Date: Thursday, 29th May 🕖 Time: 7:00 PM 📍 Venue: Monkey Puzzle […]
House Sun-Set with DJ Alan Phillips
Larkstone Cafe Bar Larkstone Cafe Bar, Larkstone Gardens, IlfracombeAll things House with DJ Alan Phillips - another returning DJ as we (and the people) loved his set last year playing all the house music we know and love and getting the whole crowd going! Not one to be missed... Purchase tickets now at https://larkstonecafe-bar.co.uk/buy-tickets
Waverley Paddle Steamer
Take a cruise along the North Devon coast or visit Lundy Island. 2025 marks the 50th Anniversary of Waverley’s first ever sailing in preservation. Bristol Channel sailings start from 2 June and continue on various dates until 24 June. To check all sailings go to https://waverleyexcursions.co.uk/plan-your-cruise/timetables/. Tickets can then be booked online at https://waverleyexcursions.co.uk/book/ or on […]
The Big Lunch
Fore Street Ilfracombe, DevonA street party with entertainment in Fore Street which will be closed to traffic for the day. A chance to come together for a few hours of food, friendship and fun. The event is organised by The Friends of Fore Street, a community organisation based in and around Fore Street with the aim to raise […]
Gold Coast Oceanfest
The 26th multi-award-winning GoldCoast Oceanfest, set against the backdrop of a sun-drenched Atlantic, it’s big enough to create a great party atmosphere, yet small enough to not be overwhelming. Simple enjoyment for all – the GoldCoast Oceanfest midsummer weekend is all about good times, great music, keeping fit and looking after the environment. Grown organically, […]
North Devon Sports & Classic Car Club
Come & see the variety of different cars lined up on the Seafront To display a classic car you must contact the club to book your car in.
Round Lundy Rally
Ilfracombe Harbour Area The Quay, IlfracombeIlfracombe Yacht Club (IYC) have been running this popular race since 2005. Yachts from all around the Bristol channel take part, from large racing yachts with crews as many as 9 to cruising yachts as small as 22ft and some single handed. In 2024 twenty four boats entered. The race is held over one-day with […]
North Devon AONB Marathon & Half Marathon
Marking its 17th year, this iconic marathon takes place on Sunday, June 29 and boasts a stunning route that stretches across the South West Coast Path and the North Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (where the race gets its name). The reputation of this event has grown with runners coming from across the UK […]
Ilfracombe Gig Rowing Regatta
Ilfracombe Harbour Area The Quay, IlfracombeSee one of the highlights of Ilfracombe’s summer events calendar – the Ilfracombe Pilot Gig Club Regatta. Wander down to the harbour where you can watch the racing in action and cheer on all the rowers. We race in boats which are precise replicas of those which were common on our coast 200 years ago. […]
All Things Morris
2024 saw 14 Morris sides coming to dance – as well as from Cornwall and the wider Devon they come from much further afield not to forget our local sides, Ilfracombe Red Petticoats, Borderline Morris from Barnstaple & Bideford Phoenix. On both Saturday and Sunday there will be Morris dancing around the seafront and other […]
Croyde Ocean Triathlon
Based at the beautiful, award winning Putsborough Sands the race takes in some of the South West’s most stunning scenery. The start and finish line overlook Putsborough Beach, a 3 km sandy beach stretching up to Woolacombe with views of Lundy Island in the distance. This Olympic distance course – 1.5km Open water swim, 40km […]
Live Music with 5 Man Down
Larkstone Cafe Bar Larkstone Cafe Bar, Larkstone Gardens, Ilfracombe5 Man Down are coming back! Evenings with these guys are up there with some of the BEST nights we’ve had here, definitely a Larkstone favourite. Save the dates - Saturday 10th May 2025 & Friday 25th July 2025. It’s going to be a gooden’ Free entry, food & drink available, fun for all the […]
North Devon Show
The North Devon Show is THE premier agricultural spectacle in the region and has something for everyone. There are classes for Alpacas, Beef & Dairy Cattle, Sheep, Horse Showing Classes & Show Jumping as well as Pony Club Games and Young Handler Competitions. There is also an Open Dog Show & Poultry Display plus a […]
Soapbox Derby
The town's FIRST EVER Soapbox Derby is coming on Sunday 10th August! We need brave/foolhardy teams to build fast and funny vehicles that will tear down our track overlooking Ilfracombe Harbour Think you've got what it takes? Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/ytsmhpfh
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Ilfracombe Carnival
The Carnival Procession – An eclectic mix of floats and walking groups will keep you entertained for an evening. This spectacular event raises monies for local charities and is a fun night for all the family. From 5pm there will be music, stalls and food vendors on the Seafront. Road closure is at 17.30 prompt with […]
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Sea Ilfracombe Maritime Festival
Ropery Road Car Park Ropery Road, IlfracombeThe ever popular Sea Ilfracombe Maritime Festival is back on the 30th & 31st August 2025 for its 16th year. This free community festival continues to grow year after year, attracting local, national, and international visitors to enjoy the best local live music, food & drink and a host of family entertainment. Following the huge success […]
Ilfracombe Bike Show
This popular event staged along the Seafront for a number of years is run by Satans Slaves MC North Devon. Motorcyclists travel from near and far, some local, some from as far as Coventry. This event is open to all riders and also open to the general public. In 2024 Over 500 motorcycles lined the promenade […]
Appledore Book Festival
The Appledore Book Festival is a charity founded in 2006 by Nick Arnold, author of the Horrible Science series, in a bid to raise money to save Appledore Library. His campaign brought the community together and was an overwhelming success. Today, the Appledore Book Festival continues to thrive and grow – becoming one of the […]
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Remembrance Sunday Parade
On behalf of the committee and members of Ilfracombe Royal British Legion Branch, we invite you to attend the Remembrance Sunday Parade on Sunday 9 November 2025 ORDER OF PARADE 10:15am Meet at Brookdale Church and Coach Park 10:30am Form up for the Parade (Fall In) 10:40am March off to the War Memorial via Wilder […]
North Devon Rock Festival
North Devon Resort North Devon Resort, Marlborough Road, Ilfracombe, DevonTurn it up – the North Devon Rock Festival is coming! From 14–16 November 2025, get ready for a weekend of big sounds, top tributes, and rising stars. This is your chance to experience an unforgettable music-filled getaway, with the best of North Devon just minutes from your door. It’s going to be loud, it’s […]
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Combe Christmas
Fantastic Street Market with Lantern Parade, stalls, food vendors, live music & entertainments throughout the High Street and of course Santa on his sleigh on Friday starting at 6.00pm. The weekend then continues with other local events in the town. The weekend finishes with a community carol concert at Pip & Jim’s church at 5pm […]