Silent Disco Beach Clean
2025-12-24 10:00 - 11:30 (Europe/London) | Woolacombe, EX34 7DL, United Kingdom
Looking for something different to do with the family this Christmas Eve?

Head down to Woolacombe for the annual beach clean and silent disco, along with Plastic Free Woolacombe and North Devon Silent Disco.

Meet at Mill Rock, Woolacombe, between 10 am – 11:30 am

All equipment is provided

Find out more here: https://bit.ly/ChristmasEveBeachClean

Wellbeing Wednesday
2025-12-24 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-12-31 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-07 10:00 - 13:00 | The Lantern, Lantern Youth & Community Centre, High Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9QB
A weekly Wellbeing Group – based around the 5 steps to wellbeing: Connect, Be active, Give, Learn and Take notice – weekly arts and crafts, wellbeing walks and free drinks and a light lunch. A very friendly group open to all (designed for age 18+).

Lynton & Barnstaple Railway All aboard for a magical Christmas adventure!
2025-12-24 10:00 - 16:00 | Lynton & Barnstaple Railway, Woody Bay Station, Martinhoe Cross, EX31 4RA, United Kingdom
Wrap up warm and get ready for a heartwarming festive steam train ride the whole family will love! Santa and his cheerful elves will be spreading Christmas cheer at Woody Bay Station. The Tearoom & Station Shop will be open.
Pre-booking is recommended to avoid disappointment

Christmas Holiday at the Big Sheep
2025-12-24 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-28 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-29 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-30 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-31 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-02 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-03 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-04 10:00 - 16:00 | The Big Sheep, The Big Sheep, Abbotsham Rd, Abbotsham, Bideford, Devon, EX39 5AP, United Kingdom
Create unforgettable memories with us and make this season the most magical one yet!
Mega Indoor Play Zone, loads of fun for your energetic kids and toddlers with a BIG choice of exciting slides, imaginative soft play, climbing areas, tumble towers, mazes and obstacles.
Sensory Room for babies and preschool children, the fibre-optic lights can provide great visual stimulation and engagement for babies and young children alike.
Grab a festive snack and a drink for the kids and treat yourself to one of our delicious coffees made with fresh roasted coffee beans!
Closed 25, 26, 27 Dec & 1st Jan

Open Mic at The Royal Brittania
2025-12-24 19:00 - 21:00 | The Royal Brittania, The Royal Brittania, Broad Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9EE
Join us for a Christmas Eve special of our new open mic sessions, which will run every fortnight.

Midnight Mass at Holy Trinity Church
2025-12-24 23:30 - 2025-12-25 00:30 | Holy Trinity Church, Holy Trinity Church, Church Hill, Ilfracombe, EX34 8EE

Christmas Day Service
2025-12-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Ilfracombe Baptist Church, Ilfracombe Baptist Church, 119 High St,, Ilfracombe, EX34 9EY

Christmas Day Charity Swim - Ilfracombe Harbour
2025-12-25 10:30 - 11:00 | Ilfracombe Harbour Area, The Quay, Ilfracombe, Devon
We’re delighted to be hosting this year’s festive dip at Ilfracombe Harbour — raising funds for our fabulous and vital RNLI Ilfracombe and we’d love for you to join us!

Location: Slipway by the RNLI
Time: 10:30am
Dress code: Your finest Christmas sparkle, hats, tinsel and festive fun!
Hot drinks kindly provided by the RNLI

We’ll be there overseeing safety on the day, but please remember all swimmers enter the water at their own risk.
Cold Water Safety – Please Read

Cold water is exhilarating, but it comes with risks. Take care of yourself:

• Acclimatise slowly — don’t rush straight in.
• Keep your swim short — festive dips are all about fun, not distance.
• Never swim alone — stay close to others and listen to safety briefings.
• Know your limits — cold shock can hit fast; exit the water immediately if you feel breathless or light-headed.
• Warm up gradually, dry clothes, hat, layers, warm drink, and gentle movement.

Come for the community, the smiles, the charity spirit… and a magical Christmas morning moment in the water.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Coastal Swim Coaching
Seas Your Dreams
subject to Licence approval from NDCC

Christmas Day Service at Pip & Jim's
2025-12-25 10:30 - 11:30 | Pip & Jims Ilfracombe, Pip & Jims Ilfracombe, Combe Martin, Berrynarbor churches, North Devon, St James Pl, Ilfracombe, EX34 9BJ
Join the Pip & Jim’s Church Christmas Day Celebration at 10.30

Christmas Day Service - Brookdale Church
2025-12-25 10:30 - 11:30 | Brookdale Church, Brookdale Ave, Ilfracombe, EX34 8DB, United Kingdom
Mince pies and other refreshments served after each of these services.

Whole Parish Sung Eucharist at St Peter's Church
2025-12-25 10:30 - 2025-12-26 12:00 | St Peters Church, Highfield Road, Ilfracombe, EX34 9LH

Festive Week things to do
2025-12-26 - 2026-01-02 | Ilfracombe, Ilfracombe, Devon, United Kingdom
Planning a festive adventure for the days between Christmas and New Year?
Once the presents are unwrapped and the sofa snooze has worn off, you might be ready for a little exploring – or perhaps you’ve got family to entertain, fresh air to find, or a cosy meal in mind. Ilfracombe and North Devon have plenty to enjoy in that twinkly week between the holidays.

From wildlife encounters and nostalgic railways to independent galleries and brilliant places to eat, here’s a handy guide to just some of what’s open.

ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES
• Ilfracombe Aquarium — 28 Dec–2 Jan, 10am–4pm (last entry 3pm)
• Keypitts Off Road Adventures — open 27th, 30th & 31st
• North Devon Resort pool open to non-residents — 26th Dec to 1st Jan — 9am-12pm and 2pm-5pm (until 6.30pm from 27th to 30th)
• The Combes Golf Park – open 26th (12-6), 27th to 30th (10-9), 31st (9-5), 1st Jan (12-6)
• Exmoor Zoo — open 27–31 Dec, 10am–4pm
• Lynton & Barnstaple Railway — New Year Service from 28–31 Dec (under 14s travel free)
• The BIG Sheep Family Attraction — open throughout the holidays except 24–26 Dec & 1 Jan; NYE Glow Party on 31st
• The Milky Way Adventure Park — 28–31 Dec, 10.30am–4.30pm

SHOPS & GALLERIES
• Marks Models — open from 29 Dec, 9am–4pm
• Fairy’s Fancies — 27–30 Dec, 10.30am–4.30pm
• Magenta Fine Art — 27–31 Dec, 10am–5pm (closed NY Day)
• The Pier Gallery – Ilfracombe — open daily from 26 Dec, 10am–4pm
• Ilfracombe Art & Craft Society — open daily from 26 Dec, 10.30am–3.30pm

FOOD & DRINK
• 11 The Quay – Cafe & Wine Bar — open every day except Christmas Day from 10am
• The Terrace Tapas and Wine Bar — open 30 & 31 Dec
• Monkey Puzzle Restaurant — open 27, 28 & 31 Dec
• Monkey Puzzle Bar – open 26, 27, 28, 29 & 30 Dec
Both include free soft play and gaming with any purchase over £5
• The Royal Britannia Hotel Ilfracombe — open throughout
• Santiago’s — open 27 Dec from 5pm, and 28 Dec from midday
• The Carlton Hotel Ilfracombe and The Brasserie — open throughout Christmas and into New Year. Special menus for Boxing Day lunch and dinner, evenings throughout and New Year’s Day.

TAXI
• Sure Taxis Limited — operating throughout the festive period for pre-booked journeys
01271 865385

Embassy Cinema
2025-12-26 08:00 - 2026-01-01 17:00 | Embassy Cinema, 134 High Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9EZ
Friday 26th December to Thursday 1st January 2026
Anaconda 99mins
Fri 15:15 17:35 Sat Tue 12:00 17:35 19:40
Sun 12:00 17:35 19:40 Mon 12:05 17:35 19:40
Wed 12:00 17:35 Thu 17:15 19:40
Avatar: Fire And Ash 195mins
Fri 16:00 Sat Mon Tues 13:35 15:00 19:00
Sun 13:35 15:00 19:00 Wed 13:35 16:00
Thu 15:00 19:00
The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants
95mins
Fri 13:00 Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed 11:15 14:20 Thu 14:40
The Housemaid 130mins
Fri 17:00 Sat 16:45 20:00 Sun 16:45 20:00 Mon 16:45 20:00 Tues 16:40 20:00 Wed 16:45 Thu 20:00
Zootropolis 2 108mins
Fri Wed 13:20 Sat Sun Mon Tue 12:20 Thu 14:20
Wicked For Good 138mins
Fri 13:45
Song Sung Blue 130mins
Thu 17:00
Pets On a Train 85mins
Wed 11:00

Boxing Day Barbecue
2025-12-26 11:00 - 16:00 | Clovelly, Clovelly, Devon
Make your Boxing Day extra special with free entrance to the village and a festive BBQ by the Quay. Gather your family and friends to enjoy delicious food and some live music by the sea. Warm up with mulled wine from the Red Lion or treat yourself to a hot chocolate.

The Wellington Open - Singles Dart Competition
2025-12-30 - 2025-12-31 | The Wellington Arms, The Wellington Arms, 66-67 High Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9QE

Tree Planting at Arlington Court
2025-12-30 10:00 - 15:00 | Arlington Court, Arlington Court National Trust, Barnstaple, EX31 4LP
The National Trust is hosting a public tree planting day at Arlington Court this Christmas holiday – here are the details:

Tuesday 30 December
Drop in anytime between 10am and 3pm
Home Farm, Arlington Court

Help plant native broadleaf trees and make a real difference for nature. All ages are welcome, no experience needed – just dress for the weather, bring gloves if you have them, and enjoy a day outdoors supporting nature recovery.

Weekly gig listing
2025-12-31 - 2026-01-09 | Ilfracombe, Ilfracombe, Devon, United Kingdom
Here’s your rundown of live music for New Year’s Eve and into the weekend. HAPPY NEW YEAR to all our wonderful local performers, venues and gig goers. Let’s get out there and swing our pants 🎉😍🎶🎙️🎸🎹🥁🤘
Wednesday 31 December – NYE
Cato (live acoustic) , Snug & Hyde, 8-10
Black Sands, The Hele Bay, 9.00
NYE in the square (20th year), Sandpiper, 9 – late (Request and Shout Out line 07876807155)
Coral Sings, 1893, 9.30
Asya K.Aydin & Band, Castle (Combe Martin), 9.30
Groove Collective, Wellington Arms, 10.00
Dutty Disciples (multi genre mash up), Snug & Hyde, 10-3
Thursday 1 January
Basils Balls Up Band, Dolphin (Combe Martin), 3.00
Open Mic, Prince of Wales, 8.00
Karaoke with Danny, Snug & Hyde, 8.00
Friday 2 January
Open Mic, Grampus (Lee), 8.00
Emmanuel (sax), George & Dragon, 9.00
Saturday 3 January
Dr Goth (DJ), Prince of Wales, 8.30
Basil’s Balls Up Band, George & Dragon, 9.00
Sunday 4 January
Open Mic, Sandpiper, 3.00
Weekly events
Fridays – Open Mic, Grampus (Lee), 8.00
Sundays – Open Mic, Sandpiper, 3.00
Tuesdays – Open Mic, Snug & Hyde, 9.00
Wednesdays (alternate), Wednesdays Children Open Mic, Royal Britannia,
Thursdays – Open Mic, Prince of Wales, 8.00
Thursdays – Karaoke with Danny, Snug & Hyde, 8.00
Full listing maintained on Facebook at Live Music in Ilfracombe (featured post)

Embassy Cinema
2026-01-02 - 2026-01-09 | Embassy Cinema, 134 High Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9EZ
Friday 2nd January to Thursday 8th January 2026
Song Sung Blue 130mins
Fri Sat 14:00 19:45 Sun 14:00 19:45
Mon Tue Wed 16:30 19:45 Thu 13:30 16:25 19:45
The Housemaid 130mins
Fri Sat Mon Wed 17:00 20:00
Sun 17:00 20:00 Tue 17:00
Thu 14:00 20:00
Avatar: Fire And Ash 195mins
Fri Sat 15:20 19:20 Sun 15:20 19:20
Mon Tue Wed 19:20 Thu 13:15 19:20
Anaconda 99mins
Fri Sat Sun 12:30 17:20 Mon Tue Wed Thu 17:20
The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants
95mins
Fri Sat Sun 11:40 15:00
Zootropolis 2 108mins
Fri Sat Sun 12:45
Wicked For Good 138mins
Thu 17:00

Welsh National Opera Orchestra | A New Year’s Celebration
2026-01-04 16:00 - 18:00 | The Landmark Theatre, The Landmark Theatre, Promenade, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9BZ, United Kingdom
A Viennese Toast to the Year Ahead

Celebrate the arrival of the New Year in true Viennese style with Welsh National Opera’s toe-tapping take on the world-famous New Year’s Concert in Vienna.
WNO Orchestra will fill the air with a delightful selection of waltzes, polkas, and dances to lift the spirits and welcome the year ahead in style.

Ilfracombe Monthly hub - for people living with and beyond cancer
2026-01-06 10:00 - 12:00 | The Lantern, Lantern Youth & Community Centre, High Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9QB
Ilfracombe Monthly hub – for people living with and beyond cancer
*support*coffee*help*tea*advice*cake*chat*company

Embassy Cinema
2026-01-09 - 2026-01-16 | Embassy Cinema, 134 High Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9EZ
Friday 9th January to Thursday 15th January 2026
Hamnet 125mins
Fri Mon Tue Wed 16:45 19:40 Sat 13:50 16:45 19:40 Sun 13:50 16:45 19:40
Thu 13:50 16:45 20:00
Marty Supreme 150mins
Fri Mon Tue 19:20 Sat 13:15 20:00 Sun 20:00
Wed 20:00 Thu 13:35 16:05
Song Sung Blue 130mins
Fri Mon Tue 16:30 Sat 16:30 Sun 13:20 Thu 13:20
Wed 16:00
The Housemaid 130mins
Fri Mon Tue 20:00 Sat Sun Thu 17:00
Wed 17:00
Avatar: Fire And Ash 195mins
Fri 16:00 Mon Tue 16:00 Sat 19:20 Sun 19:00 Thu 19:20
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple 109mins
Thu 19:45
The Royal Opera: La Traviata 240mins
Wed 18:45
Anaconda 99mins
Sun 16:30
The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants 95mins
Sat Sun 11:30
Zootropolis 2 108mins
Sat 11:45 14:20 Sun 11:00 11:45 14:20
Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie 55mins
Sat 11:00
