Waverley Paddle Steamer
2026-05-26 - 2026-06-16 | Ilfracombe Harbour Area, The Quay, Ilfracombe, Devon
Take a cruise along the North Devon coast or visit Lundy Island.
2025 marked the 50th Anniversary of Waverley’s first ever sailing in preservation.
Bristol Channel sailings start from 26 May and continue on various dates until 15 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 board the ship

Family Darts Event
2026-05-28 14:00 - 2026-06-01 10:00 (Europe/London) | North Devon Resort, North Devon Resort, Marlborough Road, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 8PF
Darts Events 4U brings you exciting family darts – and there’s a fantastic £10K prize fund too! Open to all levels of players, enjoy competitive Darts and take in the event vibe and entertainment, making it a fun filled break for the whole family. Competitions include open pairs, ladies’ pairs, mixed pairs, open singles, ladies’ singes, Over 60s, under 18s, and mixed triples. Be part of the action!

Embassy Cinema
2026-05-29 - 2026-06-05 | Embassy Cinema, 134 High Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9EZ
Friday 29th May to Thursday 4th June 2026
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu 130mins
Fri Sat 13:30 16:45 19:40 Sun 13:30 16:45 19:40
Mon Tues 16:45 19:40 Wed 19:30 Thurs 13:00 16:00
Backrooms 110mins
Fri Sat Mon Tues 20:00 Sun 17:30 Wed 17:00
Thurs 17:25
Obsession 109mins
Fri Sat Mon Tues 17:30 Sun 20:00 Wed 16:30
Thurs 20:00
Masters Of The Universe 140mins
Wed 16:15 19:15 Thurs 13:15 16:15 19:15
The North 130mins
Tues 19:00
The Amazing Digital Circus: The Last Act 93mins
Thurs 19:00
Bonnie & Clive/The Jive Aces Double Bill 85mins
Wed 19:00
The Devil Wears Prada 2 119mins
Fri 19:20 Sat 16:30 Sun 19:20 Thurs 14:30
Michael 125mins
Fri Sun 16:30 Sat Mon 19:20
The Sheep Detectives 110mins
Fri Sat Sun 14:00 Mon Tues 16:30
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie 95mins
Fri Sat Sun 15:15
The Magic Faraway Tree 110mins
Fri Sat Sun 13:00

Weekly gig listing
2026-05-29 - 2026-06-05 | Ilfracombe, Ilfracombe, Devon, United Kingdom
To help you plan your weekend entertainment, here is a list of live music happening in our local venues. We are very lucky to have such a rich pool of local talent and great venues to showcase it. Let’s get out there and swing our pants! 🤘🎸🎶🎹🎙️🥁😍
Friday 29 May
Harbour Sounds ft Van Hessing, Lime Kiln, 6.00
Soul Endeavour, Larkstone Café Bar, 7.30
Open Mic, Grampus (Lee), 8.00
Bicycle Repair Man, Lamb 1893, 8.30
Jukebox Karaoke with DJ Ronnie, Crown Duels, 9.00
Sophie Smiles & Band, George & Dragon, 9.00
Meg Scoins, Prince of Wales, 9.00
Saturday 30 May
Combe tunes – 12 hour takeover, Snug & Hyde, 2.00 pm to 3.00 am (13 hours, 10 DJs) (fundraiser – £10 wristbands on the door)
Andy Mac (Sax), Sausage and Cider Festival – Hip@No8, 4.00
Ricky Tucker, Sausage and Cider Festival – Hip@No8, 6.00
Soul Endeavour, Larkstone Café Bar, 7.30
Sam Dowden, Crown (West Down), 8.30
Foreign Legion + Falling Apart, Sandpiper, 9.00
Longshore Drift, George & Dragon, 9.00
Disco & Karaoke Night – Dizzee Lites, Lamb 1893, 9.00
Sunday 31 May
Open Mic, Sandpiper, 3.00
Bicycle Repair Man, HARTA Retreat, 4.00
Kikstart3, Ship & Pilot, 7.00
Wednesday 3 June
Open Mic with Harvey Joe Hudson, Snug & Hyde, 9.00
Open Mic Night with Sam Dowden, Bar Electric (Woolacombe), 9.00
Thursday 4 June
Open Mic with Richard Woods, Ship and Pilot, 7.30
Karaoke with Danny, Snug & Hyde, 8.00
Borderline Morris, Sawmills, 7.30
Full listing maintained on Facebook at Live Music in Ilfracombe (featured post)

Ilfracombe Coast Week
2026-06-01 08:00 - 23:59 | Ilfracombe, Ilfracombe, Devon, United Kingdom
Here’s what’s happening today, but check out the full schedule for the whole week here.
Monday 1st June

10:00 – 11:30 | Workshop | 1.5 hrs
THE PLACE TO START Chocolate Workshop | Ilfracombe Chocolate Emporium
£19.99 child / £24.99 adult. Book: 07774 11 954

10:30 – 14:30 | Activity
A Virtual Dive At Lundy | Easy Divers
Pop in to see them at their base Epchris House on the Torrrs, and use VR headsets to experience a dive at Lundy Island. Free activity.

11:30 – 13:00 | Activity | 1.5 hrs
Chair Yoga with Karen | Still Point Studio
Half price using discount code COASTWEEK. See www.stillpointstudio.co.uk

18:15 – 19:15 | Activity | 1 hr
Gentle Flow to Glow with Cae | Still Point Studio
Half price using discount code COASTWEEK. See www.stillpointstudio.co.uk

18:30 – 20:30 | Workshop | 2 hrs
Art club | Art School Studio
Drawing and painting projects. £15. Book: Jane 07980 70515.

Download the full Coast Week programme

All activities listed are offered by the individual business or organisation and are subject to change. Where required, bookings are made directly with the business and are subject to their own terms and conditions. Note that some events are free whereas for others there is a charge – please contact the business if you require more information.

Ilfracombe Monday Market
2026-06-01 10:00 - 16:00 | Seafront
Ilfracombe Market is a seasonal harbour-side market. Open every Monday from late May to the end of August (Weather permitting).

Bringing together local traders, handmade crafts, artisan products and family-friendly themed events.

Ilfracombe Coast Week
2026-06-02 08:00 - 23:00 | Ilfracombe, Ilfracombe, Devon, United Kingdom
Here’s what’s happening today, but check out the full schedule for the whole week here.
Tuesday 2nd June

09:30 – 10:30 | Activity | 1 hr
Kriya Yoga with Becky | Still Point Studio
Half price using discount code COASTWEEK. See www.stillpointstudio.co.uk

11:30 – 13:00 | Boat Trip | 1.5 hrs
Exmoor Cliffs & Waterfall | Ilfracombe Princess
Visit their harbour kiosk or book at ilfracombeprincess.co.uk

12:30 – 13:30 | Activity | 1 hr
Breathwork, Meditation, Mindfulness with Lianne | Still Point Studio
Half price using discount code COASTWEEK. See www.stillpointstudio.co.uk

13:15 – 15:15 | Boat Trip | 2 hrs
Seals & Lighthouse Cruise | Ilfracombe Princess
Visit their harbour kiosk or book at ilfracombeprincess.co.uk

14:00 – 16:00 | Workshop | 2 hrs
Art club | Art School Studio
Drawing and painting projects. £15. Book: Jane 07980 70515.

15:30 – 16:30 | Boat Trip | 1 hr
Smugglers Caves Cruise | Ilfracombe Princess
Visit their harbour kiosk or book at ilfracombeprincess.co.uk

16:30 – 18:00 | Welcome aboard the Ilfracombe Princess (FREE EVENT)
Visit the big yellow boat in the harbour.
Come onboard and meet the friendly team, drinks can be purchased from the licensed bar.

16:30 | Activity | 2.5 hrs
Coasteering session | North Devon Coasteering
20% off usual price. See www.northdevoncoasteering.com and call 07814 58906 to book

16:30 – 18:00 | Workshop | 1.5 hrs
8 and over sketchbook club | Art School Studio
£15 per session. Book: Jane 07980 70515.

18:00 | Walk
Guided Walk taking in Hillsborough, Hele Mill and Chambercombe | North Devon Ramblers
Meet at the Jonathan Edwards mosaic next to the Landmark Theatre

19:30 – 21:00 | Activity | 1.5 hrs
Yin Yoga with Billie | Still Point Studio
Half price using discount code COASTWEEK. See www.stillpointstudio.co.uk

All activities listed are offered by the individual business or organisation and are subject to change. Where required, bookings are made directly with the business and are subject to their own terms and conditions. Note that some events are free whereas for others there is a charge – please contact the business if you require more information.

Ilfracombe Monthly hub - for people living with and beyond cancer
2026-06-02 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

Ilfracombe Coast Week
2026-06-03 08:00 - 23:00 | Ilfracombe, Ilfracombe, Devon, United Kingdom
Here’s what’s happening today, but check out the full schedule for the whole week here.
Wednesday 3rd June

07:00 – 08:00 | Activity | 1 hr
Ashtanga Yoga with Isabelle | Still Point Studio
Half price using discount code COASTWEEK. See www.stillpointstudio.co.uk

09:30 – 10:30 | Activity | 1 hr
Vinyasa Yoga with Coral | Still Point Studio
Half price using discount code COASTWEEK. See www.stillpointstudio.co.uk

10:00 – 13:30 | Workshop | 3.5 hrs
Seafood Short Course | Coastal Cooking
£60 per person. Book via website.

10:30 – 14:30 | Activity
A Virtual Dive At Lundy | Easy Divers
Pop in to see them at their base Epchris House on the Torrrs, and use VR headsets to experience what it’s like to dive at Lundy Island. Free activity.

10:00 | Boat Trip | All day
Swim with Seals – Lundy Island | Kittiwake Charters
Book online

11:00 – 13:00 | Workshop | 2 hrs
En plein air sketching (Harbour/Capstone) | Art School Studio
£25. Guided sketching. Book: Jane 07980 70515.

11:20 – 17:45 | Boat Trip
Lundy Island Trip | Waverley Excursions
Departure 11:20. Return 17:45.

11:30 – 13:00 | Boat Trip | 1.5 hrs
Exmoor Cliffs & Waterfall | Ilfracombe Princess
Visit their harbour kiosk or book at ilfracombeprincess.co.uk

13:15 – 15:15 | Boat Trip | 2 hrs
Seals & Lighthouse Cruise | Ilfracombe Princess
Visit their harbour kiosk or book at ilfracombeprincess.co.uk

15:30 – 16:30 | Boat Trip | 1 hr
Smugglers Caves Cruise | Ilfracombe Princess
Visit their harbour kiosk or book at ilfracombeprincess.co.uk

18:00 | Activity
Borough Farm sheepdog & falconry display | Borough Farm
https://www.facebook.com/events/1531773921271266/

18:30 | Walk | 2 hrs
Free guided walk for women – Torrs to Slade reservoir | Wander Women North Devon
https://www.facebook.com/events/1531773921271266/

18:30 – 19:30 | Activity | 1 hr
Ashtanga Yoga with Cae | Still Point Studio
Half price using discount code COASTWEEK. See www.stillpointstudio.co.uk

19:00 – 21:00 | Activity | 2 hrs
‘Sparkling coastline’ paint n sip | Art School Studio
£32, mention coast week when booking for 10% off. Book: Jane 07980 70515.

All activities listed are offered by the individual business or organisation and are subject to change. Where required, bookings are made directly with the business and are subject to their own terms and conditions. Note that some events are free whereas for others there is a charge – please contact the business if you require more information.

Wellbeing Wednesday
2026-06-03 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+).

Ilfracombe Coast Week
2026-06-04 08:00 - 23:00 | Ilfracombe, Ilfracombe, Devon, United Kingdom
Here’s what’s happening today, but check out the full schedule for the whole week here.
Thursday 4th June

10:15 – 11:15 | Activity | 1 hr
Qi Gong with Sam | Still Point Studio
Half price using discount code COASTWEEK. See www.stillpointstudio.co.uk

10:30 – 12:30 | Workshop | 2 hrs
Art club | Art School Studio
Drawing and painting projects. £15. Book: Jane 07980 70515.

11:30 – 13:00 | Boat Trip | 1.5 hrs
Exmoor Cliffs & Waterfall | Ilfracombe Princess
Visit their harbour kiosk or book at ilfracombeprincess.co.uk

13:15 – 14:15 | Boat Trip | 1 hr
Smugglers Caves Cruise | Ilfracombe Princess
Visit their harbour kiosk or book at ilfracombeprincess.co.uk

14:15 – 17:30 | Boat Trip
North Devon Coast Cruise | Waverley Excursions
Bull Point Lighthouse

14:30 – 16:30 | Boat Trip | 2 hrs
Seals & Lighthouse Cruise | Ilfracombe Princess
Visit their harbour kiosk or book at ilfracombeprincess.co.uk

16:30 | Talk | 1 hr
Saving Lives at Sea: An introduction to RNLI Ilfracombe | RNLI Ilfracombe
At Ilfracombe Yacht Club, no need to book

18:00 – 20:00 | Activity
Lifeboat Training | RNLI Ilfracombe
Watch the lifeboats launching for training exercises, subject to change

18:15 – 19:15 | Activity | 1 hr
Breathwork, Meditation, Mindfulness with Lianne | Still Point Studio
Half price using discount code COASTWEEK. See www.stillpointstudio.co.uk

19:00 – 21:00 | Workshop | 2 hrs
Paint along | Art School Studio
Acrylic on canvas. Coastal theme. £32. Book: Jane 07980 70515.

19:00 – 21:30 | Theatre | 2.5 hrs
North Devon College Performing Arts presents Into the Woods | The Landmark
https://landmark-ilfracombe.com/events/north-devon-college-proudly-presents-into-the-woods/

20:00 – 21:30 | Walk | 1.5 hrs
Ilfracombe Harbour Ghost Tour | Devon History Tours
Book online

All activities listed are offered by the individual business or organisation and are subject to change. Where required, bookings are made directly with the business and are subject to their own terms and conditions. Note that some events are free whereas for others there is a charge – please contact the business if you require more information.

North Devon College Performing Arts presents Into the Wood
2026-06-04 19:00 - 21:30, 2026-06-05 19:00 - 21:30 | The Landmark Theatre, The Landmark Theatre, Promenade, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9BZ, United Kingdom
Journey into a world where fairy tales collide and happily-ever-afters are not quite what they seem. Into the Woodsweaves together familiar characters such as Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack, and a Baker and his Wife, all on a quest to fulfil their deepest wishes.

Embassy Cinema
2026-06-05 - 2026-06-12 | Embassy Cinema, 134 High Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9EZ
Friday 5th June to Thursday 11th June 2026
Masters Of The Universe 140mins
Fri Mon Tues Wed 16:20 19:30 Sat 13:20 19:20
Sun 13:20 19:20 Thu 13:50 19:30
Backrooms 110mins
Fri 20:10 Sat 17:35 20:10 Sun 20:10 Mon Tue 17:35 Wed 17:35 Thu 15:15
Scary Movie 95mins
Fri Sat 19:50 Sun 19:50 Mon Tue 20:10
Wed 20:10 Thu 13:00 20:35
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu 130mins
Fri 17:15 Sat 14:30 Sun 14:15 Mon Tue 19:50 Thu 17:45
Disclosure Day 145mins
Wed 16:35 19:45 Thu 13:20 16:35 19:45
The Amazing Digital Circus: The Last Act 93mins
Fri 17:30 Sat 12:45 17:20 Sun 17:45 Thu 17:00
The Devil Wears Prada 2 119mins
Mon Tue 17:00
Obsession 109mins
Sun 17:15
Michael 125mins
Sat Sun 16:30
The Sheep Detectives 110mins
Sat 15:00 Sun 11:45 15:00
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie 95mins
Sat 12:20
The Magic Faraway Tree 110mins
Sun 12:20
Zog & Zog and the Flying Doctors Toddler Cinema 50mins
Sun 11:15 (Toddler screening)

Weekly gig listing
2026-06-05 - 2026-06-12 | Ilfracombe, Ilfracombe, Devon, United Kingdom
Loads of live music this weekend. Let’s get out there and swing our pants! 🎸🎶🎹🎙️🥁🤘😍
Friday 5 June
Soulcraft, Larkstone Cafe Bar, 7.30
Open Mic, Grampus (Lee), 8.00
Karaoke night, Prince of Wales, 8.30
Country Night with DJ Liam Bruce, Lamb 1893, 9.00
The mad haddocks, George & Dragon, 9.00
The Contingency, Crown Duels, 9.00
Saturday 6 June
Spin of Karaoke, liberal Club, 7.00
Nothing But Treble, Yacht Club, 7.45
Kikstart3, Wellington Arms, 8.30
Bad Flowers, Sandpiper, 9.00
Small Town Jones, George & Dragon, 9.00
Lulu Rennson, Stop The Moats, No Totality, Snug & Hyde, 9.00
Coral Sings, Lamb 1893, 9.00
Sunday 7 June
The Big Lunch, Fore St, 1.00-7.00
Alex Hart ft Adam Sweet, HARTA retreat, 4.00
The Wyldwoods, Castle Inn (Combe Martin), 4.00
Wednesday 10 June
Wednesdays Children Open Mic, Royal Britannia, 7.00
Open Mic Night with Sam Dowden, Bar Electric (Woolacombe), 9.00
Thursday 11 June
Open Mic with Richard Woods, Ship and Pilot, 7.30
Karaoke with Danny, Snug & Hyde, 8.00
Open Mic Night with Would Robots, The Crown (West Down), 8.00
Full listing maintained on Facebook at Live Music in Ilfracombe (featured post)

Ilfracombe Coast Week
2026-06-05 08:00 - 23:00 | Ilfracombe, Ilfracombe, Devon, United Kingdom
Here’s what’s happening today, but check out the full schedule for the whole week here.
Friday 5th June

09:30 – 10:30 | Activity | 1 hr
Yin To Yang with Isabelle | Still Point Studio
Half price using discount code COASTWEEK. See www.stillpointstudio.co.uk

11:00 – 13:00 | Workshop | 2 hrs
En plein air sketching (Larkstone) | Art School Studio
£25. Guided sketching. Book: Jane 07980 70515.

12:00 – 18:00 | Boat Trip
Lundy Island Trip | Waverley Excursions
Departure 12:00. Return 18:00.

13:30 | Walk | 2 hrs
Torrs Guided Walk | National Trust
Book online. £3 per person.

16:00 | Talk
Haunted Ilfracombe | Devon History Tours
Book via Ilfracombe Yacht Club – 01271 863969 or via their Facebook Page

19:00 – 21:30 | Theatre | 2.5 hrs
North Devon College Performing Arts presents Into the Woods | The Landmark
https://landmark-ilfracombe.com/events/north-devon-college-proudly-presents-into-the-woods/

All activities listed are offered by the individual business or organisation and are subject to change. Where required, bookings are made directly with the business and are subject to their own terms and conditions. Note that some events are free whereas for others there is a charge – please contact the business if you require more information.

Ilfracombe Coast Week
2026-06-06 08:00 - 23:00 | Ilfracombe, Ilfracombe, Devon, United Kingdom
Here’s what’s happening today, but check out the full schedule for the whole week here.
Saturday 6th June

09:30 – 10:30 | Activity | 1 hr
Gentle Flow with Steph | Still Point Studio
Half price using discount code COASTWEEK. See www.stillpointstudio.co.uk

10:00 – 11:30 | Workshop | 1.5 hrs
8 and over sketchbook club | Art School Studio
£15 per session. Book: Jane 07980 70515.

10:00 – 11:30 | Boat Trip | 1.5 hrs
Hidden Beaches & Coves | Kittiwake Charters
Book online

11:30 – 13:00 | Boat Trip | 1.5 hrs
Hidden Beaches & Coves | Kittiwake Charters
Book online

11:30 – 13:00 | Boat Trip | 1.5 hrs
Exmoor Cliffs & Waterfall | Ilfracombe Princess
Visit their harbour kiosk or book at ilfracombeprincess.co.uk

13:15 – 14:15 | Boat Trip | 1 hr
Smugglers Caves Cruise | Ilfracombe Princess
Visit their harbour kiosk or book at ilfracombeprincess.co.uk

14:30 – 16:30 | Boat Trip | 2 hrs
Seals & Lighthouse Cruise | Ilfracombe Princess
Visit their harbour kiosk or book at ilfracombeprincess.co.uk

19:45 | Entertainment
Nothing But Treble | Ilfracombe Yacht Club
All welcome. £3 for non-members.

All activities listed are offered by the individual business or organisation and are subject to change. Where required, bookings are made directly with the business and are subject to their own terms and conditions. Note that some events are free whereas for others there is a charge – please contact the business if you require more information.

Ilfracombe Farmers' Market
2026-06-06 10:00 - 12:30 | The Lantern, Lantern Youth & Community Centre, High Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9QB
Fresh local and organic produce, craft, refreshments and more.
Ilfracombe Farmers Market

Churches Count on Nature 2026
2026-06-06 14:00 - 16:30 | Holy Trinity Church, Holy Trinity Church, Church Hill, Ilfracombe, EX34 8EE

Ilfracombe Coast Week
2026-06-07 08:00 - 23:00 | Ilfracombe, Ilfracombe, Devon, United Kingdom
Here’s what’s happening today, but check out the full schedule for the whole week here.
Sunday 7th June

11:15 – 13:15 | Boat Trip | 2 hrs
Exmoor Cliffs & Waterfall (special 2hr trip) | Ilfracombe Princess
Visit their harbour kiosk or book at ilfracombeprincess.co.uk

12:00 – 19:00 | Event
Fore Street Big Lunch Street Party | Friends of Fore St
Community event with live music

13:30 – 14:30 | Boat Trip | 1 hr
Smugglers Caves Cruise | Ilfracombe Princess
Visit their harbour kiosk or book at ilfracombeprincess.co.uk

14:45 – 15:45 | Boat Trip | 1 hr
Smugglers Caves Cruise | Ilfracombe Princess
Visit their harbour kiosk or book at ilfracombeprincess.co.uk

13:30 – 19:15 | Boat Trip
Lundy Island Trip | Waverley Excursions
Departure 13:30. Return 19:15.

All activities listed are offered by the individual business or organisation and are subject to change. Where required, bookings are made directly with the business and are subject to their own terms and conditions. Note that some events are free whereas for others there is a charge – please contact the business if you require more information.

Car Boot Sale
2026-06-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Ilfracombe Rugby Club, Brimlands, Ilfracombe, EX34 9QN

The Big Lunch
2026-06-07 13:00 - 19:00 | 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.
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.
