Visit Ilfracombe

Family Fun Day - National Trust Lorna Doone
2025-05-28 11:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | Lorna Doone Valley, Lorna Doone Farm, Malmsmead, Lynton, EX35 6NU
Looking for something fun (and free!) to do this Wednesday 28 May? Head to the beautiful Lorna Doone Valley, Malmsmead, for a Family Fun Day, between 11am – 3pm.

Get stuck into hands-on crafts and nature activities in the riverside garden, then burn off some energy in the wild play area with climbing frames, tunnels, and plenty of space to explore.

The Buttery Café will also be open with tasty lunches, delicious cakes and refreshing drinks.

Plan your day here: https://bit.ly/Visit-Lorna-Doone

Charity Quiz Night
2025-05-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Monkey Puzzle Restaurant, Monkey Puzzle Restaurant, IHP, Marlborough Rd, Ilfracombe, EX34 8PF
🌟 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 Cafe
💰 Entry: Donations on the door (per person)
👥 Teams: 4-6 people per team
📲 How to Book:
To secure your spot, message Spark UK via Facebook or 07474917041.
Expect fun, great prizes, and a raffle with exciting goodies up for grabs! Gather your team and come support a fantastic cause while testing your knowledge.
Don’t miss out—book your place today! See you there! 🎉

House Sun-Set with DJ Alan Phillips
2025-05-30 18:30 - 21:30 | Larkstone Cafe Bar, Larkstone Cafe Bar, Larkstone Gardens, Ilfracombe, EX34 9QG
All 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

Jason Howard at the Prince of Wales
2025-05-30 20:00 - 21:00 | Prince of Wales, Prince of Wales, 2 Fore St, Ilfracombe, EX34 9ED
Solo vocalist, Jason Howard with soul, funk, rock!! 8pm.

DO NOT MISS THIS WEEKEND

Take the Tacos and Run
2025-05-30 21:00 - 22:00 | George & Dragon Pub, George & Dragon, Fore Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9ED
Tonight we can’t wait there debut at George and Dragon Ilfracombe from 9pm
TAKE THE TACOS AND RUN

Broadsands Session with Laird Grooves aboard the Big Yellow Boat!
2025-05-31 18:00 - 20:00 | Ilfracombe Harbour Area, The Quay, Ilfracombe, Devon
An Evening of Music and Magic

Your musical adventure begins aboard the Ilfracombe Princess, where we’ll journey a brief 10 minutes to the beautiful Broadsands Beach. Known as the ‘Little Thailand’ for its surreal surroundings, Broadsands offers a unique, serene setting for our evening escapade.
As we drop anchor, prepare to be swept away by a captivating blend of melodies and rhythms. Our line-up of performers is guaranteed to hit the right note with a fantastic mixture of music.
But that’s not all! We’ve also got local bands showcasing a variety of genres, along with soul singers ready to serenade you as the sun sets. This 2-hour trip provides an auditory feast set against a breathtaking backdrop, offering an experience you won’t find anywhere else.
And what’s an evening at sea without some refreshments? Our bar is well-stocked with a variety of ciders, wines, and beers – is ready to quench your thirst as you take in beautiful Broadsands Bay.

As we journey back to Ilfracombe, you’ll be treated to the stunning view of the sun setting over the sea, casting a golden glow over the Princess and her merry passengers.

Sunset coming home
Nicknamed The Little Thailand
Surreal surroundings
Mixture of music from local DJs, bands, and singers
Bar on board – Ciders, wines and beers.

The Broadsands Beach Sessions promise evenings filled with laughter, music, and unforgettable memories. So, come aboard and let the rhythm of the waves and the harmony of the music transport you to a world of joy and tranquillity.
Come sail with us under the setting sun and starlit sky, and experience the magic of music in the most unique setting imaginable. Book your tickets today!
Book here www.ilfracombeprincess.co.uk/trip/broadsands-sessions/

Steve Valentine at the Prince of Wales
2025-05-31 20:00 - 21:00 | Prince of Wales, Prince of Wales, 2 Fore St, Ilfracombe, EX34 9ED
Solo vocalist, Steve Valentine, the 50s & 60s man 8pm
DO NOT MISS THIS WEEKEND

The Black Sands
2025-05-31 20:30 - 22:00 | Hele Bay Pub, The Hele Bay Pub, 38 Beach Rd, Hele Bay, Ilfracombe, EX34 9QZ
Live Music This Saturday Night!
Join us for an unforgettable evening as The Black Sands take the stage at 8:30pm.Great vibes, good company, and fantastic live music you won’t want to miss it!

Petroc Performing Arts: Legally Blonde The Musical!
2025-06-04 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-06-05 19:00 - 22:00 | The Landmark Theatre, The Landmark Theatre, Promenade, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9BZ, United Kingdom
Petroc Performing Arts presents our 2025 musical production: Legally Blonde!
Step into the glamorous and hilarious world of Elle Woods, a vibrant young woman who sets out to prove that determination and heart can defy all odds. Follow her journey from the sunny shores of California to the hallowed halls of Harvard Law as she discovers her true potential and inspires everyone around her.
This high-energy musical features unforgettable songs, show-stopping dance numbers, and a story that’s as inspiring as it is entertaining. Perfect for audiences of all ages, Legally Blonde is a feel-good celebration of self- belief, resilience, and the power of staying true to yourself.
Our talented learners and production team are thrilled to bring this beloved show to life, complete with stunning performances, infectious energy, and plenty of surprises.
Whether you’re looking for a night of laughter, inspiration, or toe-tapping tunes, Legally Blonde is a must-see event!
This Petroc Performing Arts amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI www.mtishows.co.uk.

Here for the Music Festival 2025
2025-06-06 11:00 - 2025-06-08 22:00 | The Big Sheep, The Big Sheep, Abbotsham Rd, Abbotsham, Bideford, Devon, EX39 5AP, United Kingdom
Hosted for the 5th year at The Big Sheep, Devon and off the back of our best festival yet…
What to expect from HFTM 2025

2 Festival Stages (No Clashes)
Music & Arts Stage – Songwriter Sessions, Drum Lessons and Workshops
ALL+ Open Mic and Performance Stage (Keep an eye out for more updates for this)
Bouncing Pillows, Soft Play, Animal Barn, and Rollercoaster (timings across the weekend TBC)

Weekend Timings
Friday – Gates Open 11:00 First Artist 12:00 Curfew on festival site 22:00
Saturday – Gates Open 11:00 First Artist 11:30 Curfew on festival site 22:00
Sunday – Gates Open 10:30 First Artist 11:00 Curfew on festival site 18:00

Full Circle at the George and Dragon
2025-06-06 21:00 - 22:30 | George & Dragon Pub, George & Dragon, Fore Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9ED
Indie Folk group Full Circle will be performing at the George and Dragon on Friday at 9pm

Reggae Sun-Set Session with DJ LairdGrooves
2025-06-07 18:30 - 21:30 | Larkstone Cafe Bar, Larkstone Cafe Bar, Larkstone Gardens, Ilfracombe, EX34 9QG
REGGAE SUN-SET WITH DJ LAIRDGROOVES – SATURDAY 7TH JUNE 2025 – 6:30PM-9:30PM
LairdGrooves had Larkstone Cafe Bar PACKED whilst playing his incredible reggae set. From his upbeat bangers to his chilled jams, there was something for everyone to enjoy – all whilst surrounded by the incredible sea views we have to offer. The best way to enjoy an evening in Ilfracombe.

Family Friendly
Food & Drink available
Stunning Sea Views
Tickets available at https://larkstonecafe-bar.co.uk/buy-tickets

National Theatre Live Screening: A Streetcar Named Desire
2025-06-07 19:00 - 22:00 | The Landmark Theatre, The Landmark Theatre, Promenade, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9BZ, United Kingdom
Gillian Anderson (Sex Education), Vanessa Kirby (The Crown), and Ben Foster (Lone Survivor) lead the cast in Tennessee Williams’ timeless masterpiece, returning to cinemas.
As Blanche’s fragile world crumbles, she turns to her sister Stella for solace – but her downward spiral brings her face to face with the brutal, unforgiving Stanley Kowalski.
From visionary director Benedict Andrews, this acclaimed production was filmed live during a sold-out run at the Young Vic Theatre in 2014.

Hatchet Jack at the Prince of Wales
2025-06-07 20:30 - 22:00 | Prince of Wales, Prince of Wales, 2 Fore St, Ilfracombe, EX34 9ED
Our Saturday 7th June gig has changed, and we now have Hatchet Jack with us, from 8:30pm

Rockpool Ramble
2025-06-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Croyde Beach, Croyde, Devon
This Sunday, 8th June, is World Ocean’s Day. To celebrate we will be hosting a rockpool ramble on Croyde Beach. Experts from Coastwise North Devon and the Rangers from Parkdean will be joining us to find and talk about all the amazing creatures we have in the rockpools here in North Devon.

FREE EVENT.

No knowledge or experience needed. All ages welcome.

Meet at 10am by the rockpools. We will have a table and some flags up so we should be easy to spot!

The Big Lunch
2025-06-08 13:00 - 20:00 | Fore Street, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9ED
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 profile of Ilfracombe’s oldest street. Starting at one o’clock and continuing throughout the afternoon and into the evening, outside the Prince of Wales and the George and Dragon. There will be food, fun, and a DJ playing music from each decade 60s, 70s 80s and 90s. Everyone is welcome.

Soap Making Workshop
2025-06-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Devon
Learn the traditional method of cold press soap making.
For more information and how to book Instagram, Facebook or email handplantshop@yahoo.com

The Out & Wild Pre-Festival Celebration
2025-06-12 10:00 - 22:00 | The Big Sheep, The Big Sheep, Abbotsham Rd, Abbotsham, Bideford, Devon, EX39 5AP, United Kingdom
Welcome to Pride Fest at The Big Sheep
Join us for an unforgettable celebration of love, diversity, and unity at North Devon’s most vibrant festival. Experience the joy and excitement of Pride Fest the OUT & WILD PRE-FESTIVAL CELEBRATION with live music, family-friendly activities, and a welcoming atmosphere for everyone.

2 Silent Discos
2025-06-13 18:00 - 21:00 | St. Peter’s Church, St. Peter's Church, Highfield Rd, Ilfracombe, EX34 9LH
Children from 6pm to 7pm
Adults from 7.30pm to 9pm
Bar and Snacks available

Live Music with The Greater Good
2025-06-13 19:30 - 21:30 | Larkstone Cafe Bar, Larkstone Cafe Bar, Larkstone Gardens, Ilfracombe, EX34 9QG
Known for getting the crowd up and dancing, The Greater Good are a brilliant band visiting us this June! great vibes all round – we can’t wait!

Family Friendly
Food & Drink Available
Stunning Sea Views
Free Entry!

Ilfracombe Golf Club Open Week
2025-06-14 - 2025-06-21 | Ilfracombe Golf Club, Ilfracombe Golf Club, A399, Hele Bay, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9RT
Ilfracombe Golf Club Open Week 2025 is just around the corner!

Saturday 14th – Friday 20th June – 7 days of fantastic golf on the beautiful North Devon Coast!

Everyone welcome – come play, compete & enjoy the views on probably the most attractive golf course in the South West.

Open Week 2025
Sat 14th – Whitbread Trophy (3-ball better ball)
Sun 15th – Wright Trophy (4-person team)
Mon 16th – J&L Draper 3x6s + J Stairmand Memorial Mixed Greensomes
Tues 17th – CQC Men’s Ind Stableford, ESB Vets Ind Stableford, Ladies Channel View Ind Stableford
Wed 18th – Men’s Goodban Memorial, JFK Scratch Medal, Ladies Meredith Cup
Thurs 19th – NDJH Pairs Better Ball
Fri 20th – RCB Texas Scramble (4-person) + Mixed Goodban Morris Scramble (2 men/2 ladies)

Enter now via Golf Empire: www.golfempire.co.uk

Questions?
01271 862176
pro@ilfracombegolfclub.com

Manor Hall Market
2025-06-14 12:00 - 15:00 | Manor Hall, Manor Hall, Berrybarbor, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9SE, United Kingdom
A wonderful range of local wares for sale & delicious toasties too!

Vamos Theatre’s Elevate Taster Workshop
2025-06-14 14:00 - 17:00 | The Landmark Theatre, The Landmark Theatre, Promenade, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9BZ, United Kingdom
Are you an Early Career Artist interested in non-verbal, physical story telling? Fancy the chance to be part of Vamos Theatre’s Elevate 2025 FREE four-day training residency in mask and physical theatre?
Vamos Theatre’s Elevate programme is designed to train and inspire Early Career Artists from diverse communities across the UK.
The first stage, open to all, is a free full mask taster session where participants can immerse themselves in Vamos Theatre’s approach to mask theatre, creating physical character and devising non-verbal theatre that connects and moves audiences. From these nationwide taster workshops, we’ll select a group of artists to attend a free residency in September 2025, where participants will receive intensive training and space to create public performances.
Elevate aims to nurture performers and theatre makers from an early career stage, offering workshops, a residency, online support sessions, performance opportunities and ongoing connections within the Elevate community over a full year.
Who is it for?
This is suitable for anyone 18 years + who is serious about working in the industry; the company is particular interested in working with artists from the global majority and those from low socio-economic backgrounds.

Wilder Wolf, Stop the Moats + support
2025-06-14 20:00 - 23:00 | Prince of Wales, Prince of Wales, 2 Fore St, Ilfracombe, EX34 9ED
Presenting a night of pyschedelic rock and hip-hop!

Gold Coast Oceanfest
2025-06-20 - 2025-06-23 | Devon
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, with great care and affection since 1999, Oceanfest blends a potentially intoxicating, eclectic and laid-back mix of quality music, exhilarating surf, action-packed sports, locally sourced food and family‑friendly fun.
Go to the website to check the line up and to book on line.

Weekly gig listing
2025-06-20 - 2025-06-27 | Ilfracombe, Ilfracombe, Devon, United Kingdom
Here are this weekend’s musical delights in and around Ilfracombe.

Weekly events

Saturdays – Sunset Soundtrack with Steve Optix. Combe Martin beach, 5.00 (until Aug 2nd)

Sundays – Open Mic Session, Sandpiper, 3.00

Thursdays – Open Mic, Prince of Wales, 8.00

Thursdays – Karaoke with Kat, Snug & Hyde, 8.00

Friday 20 June

Summer Solstice ft DJ Steve Optix, Lime Kiln Cafe & Bar, 6.00

Ollie Clark, North Devon Resort, 6.30

Black Sands, Larkstone Cafe Bar, 7.30

Jason Howard, Prince of Wales, 8.30

Big Al and the Wild Strawberries, Wellington Arms, 9.00

Grizzly Rhys Morgan, George & Dragon, 9.00

Saturday 21 June

Broadsands Sessions with Alan Phillips, Ilfracombe Princess, 6.30 (ticketed)

The Fleetwood Mac Songbook , Landmark, 7.30 (ticketed)

Coral Ann, Prince of Wales, 8.30

Regional 1 + Sasha Brennand, Sandpiper, 9.00

Soul Endeavour, George & Dragon, 9.00

Full listing maintained on Facebook at Live Music in Ilfracombe (featured post)

Wine Tasting & Saxophone Night
2025-06-20 19:00 - 22:30 | Ilfracombe Golf Club, Ilfracombe Golf Club, A399, Hele Bay, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9RT
Wine Tasting, Segun on the Saxophone and buffet at Ilfracombe Golf Club by Devonshire Cork & Vine.

Live Music with Black Sands
2025-06-20 19:30 - 21:30 | Larkstone Cafe Bar, Larkstone Cafe Bar, Larkstone Gardens, Ilfracombe, EX34 9QG
Highly recommended band Black Sands will be joining us this Summer bringing fun vibes and some great music!

Family Friendly
Food & Drink Available
Stunning Sea Views

Free Entry!

Grizzly Rhys Morgan
2025-06-20 21:00 - 22:00 | George & Dragon Pub, George & Dragon, Fore Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9ED
Friday 20th June the legend is back George and Dragon Ilfracombe Grizzly Rhys Morgan from 9pm
