Christmas In Ilfracombe & North Devon

Itinerary

Christmas in Ilfracombe & North Devon

Make this Christmas effortless with a festive escape to beautiful North Devon. Stay in the coastal town of Ilfracombe, where rugged cliffs, a traditional harbour and fresh sea air set the scene for a truly relaxing break. Enjoy included excursions to the Victorian charm of Lynton & Lynmouth and the market town of Barnstaple, along with time to explore the scenic coastline at a gentler pace. At the heart of our stay is a traditional Christmas celebration, complete with a festive Christmas lunch with all the trimmings. Unwind, soak in the atmosphere and enjoy a Christmas to remember by the coast.

Christmas in Ilfracombe & North Devon

From a morning pickup in your local area, we travel by coach to our hotel.

Christmas in Ilfracombe & North Devon

After breakfast, we head along the North Devon coast to Lynton, a charming Victorian town perched above Exmoor National Park. Often known as ‘Little Switzerland’, it offers lovely views, cosy tea rooms and time to explore at a relaxed pace. We continue to nearby Lynmouth, where whitewashed cottages cluster around the harbour and the sea stretches out beyond. There’s time to browse, stroll and take in the coastal scenery before we return to our hotel. This evening, enjoy a three-course dinner followed by live entertainment as our Christmas celebrations begin.

Christmas in Ilfracombe & North Devon

Today is ours to relax and enjoy a peaceful Christmas Day at the Dilkhusa Grand Hotel. Start with breakfast and a festive gift from Santa, before sitting down to a traditional Christmas lunch with all the trimmings – the highlight of the day. This afternoon and evening are at leisure, with a relaxed buffet dinner and light entertainment to round off the celebrations.

Christmas in Ilfracombe & North Devon

Today, we head into Barnstaple, North Devon’s historic riverside town, known for its market streets and independent shops. It’s the perfect place for a gentle Boxing Day stroll and a bit of browsing after the festivities. We return to the hotel for a light soup and sandwich lunch, followed by a relaxed afternoon at leisure. This evening, enjoy a three-course dinner, followed by a quiz and bingo.

Christmas in Ilfracombe & North Devon

After breakfast, we check out of the hotel and board the coach for the journey home.

Christmas in Ilfracombe & North Devon

• Return coach travel
• 4 nights at the Dilkhusa Grand Hotel, Ilfracombe (JG2+ rating) with dinner & breakfast. Christmas Day includes breakfast, a traditional Christmas lunch & a light evening buffet
• Hot welcome drink & mince pie
• Light entertainment some evenings
• Excursions to Lynton, Lynmouth & Barnstaple

Christmas in Ilfracombe & North Devon

• 4 nights at the Dilkhusa Grand Hotel, Ilfracombe (JG2+ rating) with dinner & breakfast. Christmas Day includes breakfast, a traditional Christmas lunch & a light evening buffet
• Light entertainment some evenings
• Excursions to Lynton, Lynmouth & Barnstaple

Accommodation

Dilkhusa Grand Hotel, Ilfracombe, England JG3

The Dilkhusa Grand Hotel is located in Ilfracombe, a short stroll from the town centre and just 350 yards from the seafront. The hotel features a bar, restaurant and lounge while the comfortable rooms offer a TV and tea and coffee-making facilities. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

Hotel Rating

Hotels with a JG3 rating tend to be a more formal style of hotel, often part of a hotel chain, or are very-welcoming family-owned properties. Generally, they offer a greater range of facilities and services, and bedrooms tend to be a little more spacious with additional features. Public areas are larger and include lounge seating, bar and restaurant with good quality food served either buffet style or waiter service.