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, 24th April Time: 7:00 PM Venue: Monkey Puzzle Cafe Entry: Donations on the […]
The Forces March is a recreation of an epic 135-mile WW2 training march from Ilfracombe, North Devon to Bulford, Wiltshire. The 1942 march was undertaken by men who would go on to spearhead the entire D-Day liberation with the assault on Pegasus Bridge Open to runners and walkers, military and civilians, teams and individuals, The […]
We had Pete play last May and he had everyone dancing the sunset away with his incredible mix of funk and soul classics. His event sold out so quickly last year, so if wanting to join in on the good times this year, it’s best to get tickets as early as you can! This will […]
Preparations are well underway for May the 4th, when we will hold our Lifeboat Day here in Appledore. In the morning our All Weather Lifeboat, Mollie Hunt will be moored up against Appledore Quay, so why not come aboard and have a look around. Then join us at our station in the afternoon to meet […]
The annual Jack-in-the-Green event is all about releasing the ‘spirit of summer, a green clad procession complete with giants, Brigid, seen in spring as the manifestation of growth and renewal, are joined by her partner, Bres, and a new tree giant, Thorne, and drummers makes its way through the town to the seafront. Mustering from […]
Over 75 years ago the MV Balmoral was built and launched in the historic and iconic Southampton docks. Now, in 2025, the ship will return to familiar ports and piers around the UK coastline where it once visited. However, this time it will arrive not by water but by screen... Join us at the Ilfracombe Embassy for […]
The Ilfracombe Art Trail is an independent collaboration of artists, makers and galleries all located in Ilfracombe, mostly within a 20 minute walk of the High Street. We’ve even got a couple of venues well worth visiting a short drive away in Berrynarbor, Ilfracombe. Our Art Trail provides an opportunity to visit venues of your […]
5 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 […]
Save the date ... the annual Watermouth Castle Car Show is happening on Sunday May 11th, 2025.Join us for a delightful display of classic and unique cars against the backdrop of our stunning Victorian Castle. Best part? It's a FREE event! The Battlements car park will be reserved exclusively for the Car Show.If you're keen […]
The 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 […]
Four 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 […]
Come 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!
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 […]
A 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 […]
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, […]
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.
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 […]
See 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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
5 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 […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
The 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Turn 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 […]
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 […]
