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 […]
All 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.
Join 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, […]
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 […]
Spring 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
A Free Community Event Santa’s Grotto & Sleigh – Christmas Craft Shopping – Music BBQ – Festive Treats at the Mill Light Switch on 4pm
