North Devon Coastline & Seaside Towns - Jg Explorer

Itinerary

North Devon Coastline & Seaside Towns - JG Explorer

Travel in deluxe style on this holiday aboard a JG Explorer coach!  

Beautiful vistas, a cone of chips and a swirly ice cream are all on the horizon! Join us for a sightseeing adventure along North Devon’s coastline and discover some of the prettiest seaside towns nestled in coastal harbours, bays and coves. We visit charming Clovelly, one of North Devon’s sparkling gems, as well as a trio of coastal delights; pretty Combe Martin, Ilfracombe and Woolacombe. There’s also time to explore our wonderful base of historic Bideford, ideally situated for our expedition to the seaside.

North Devon Coastline & Seaside Towns - JG Explorer

Included Excursions

Clovelly (full day)

We take a journey back in time to the ancient and picturesque fishing village of Clovelly, where we can venture up and down the cobbled streets, taking in the views across Bideford Bay, or have a beverage at the famous 18th-century Red Lion Inn. Clinging to a 400-foot cliff, Clovelly is famous for being completely vehicle-less, with local supplies being delivered by donkey, sledge or on foot.

Afterwards we journey to the harbour town of Bideford, where we enjoy free time to discover this town’s delightful sights. It’s the perfect place for a spot of retail therapy and a relaxing time outdoors.

Coastal Towns Tour (Combe Martin, Ilfracombe & Woolacombe) (full day)

We travel to the coast for the highlight of our trip, a tour of three seaside towns, starting with Combe Martin. Nestled on the edge of Exmoor, the town offers stunning views, a peaceful cove and a picturesque harbour. We have time to enjoy this beautiful setting before making our way to our second stop, Ilfracombe, the well-known seaside resort which features a small harbour surrounded by cliffs. Here we can experience the local charm at the local independent craft shops or take a walk around the harbour with a cone of chips or an ice cream in hand. Lastly, we depart for Woolacombe, famous for its award-winning beach and the perfect final stop on this wonderful day exploring the coast.

Optional Excursions

Barnstaple Market (£12pp) (half day)

Join our optional excursion where we visit the historic town of Barnstaple, one of the UK’s oldest boroughs, and famous for the Pannier Market, one of Britain’s largest indoor markets. Since Saxon times, Barnstaple has served as a market town to the surrounding countryside. You can expect a unique shopping experience with everything from local produce, flowers and crafts to prints, pictures and fashion on offer.

North Devon Coastline & Seaside Towns - JG Explorer

• Return coach travel aboard a JG Explorer Coach (see Helpful Information below)
• 4 nights at the Durrant House Hotel, Bideford (JG3 rating) with dinner & breakfast
• Entertainment some evenings
• Excursions to Clovelly, Combe Martin, Ilfracombe & Woolacombe
• Free time in Bideford

Optional excursion to Barnstaple Market (£12pp)

North Devon Coastline & Seaside Towns - JG Explorer

• 4 nights at the Durrant House Hotel, Bideford (JG3 rating) with dinner & breakfast
• Excursions to Clovelly, Combe Martin, Ilfracombe & Woolacombe
• Free time in Bideford

JG3

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.

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Accommodation

Durrant House Hotel, Bideford

JG3 rating

The Durrant House Hotel is situated on the outskirts of the historic port town of Bideford. All rooms have en-suite Italian marble bathrooms, tea and coffee-making facilities and TV while other hotel facilities include a gym, outdoor pool (normally open June-September), bar and restaurant.